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Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

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Caldo
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Paloma
Salt
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Milanesa
Chicken Fried Steak
Thanksgiving
Hispanic Heritage Month
South Texas
Mesoamerica
Mexico
Grapefruit
Hot Dog
Fideo
Mac and Cheese
Pan De Muerto
Day Of the Dead
Cocktail Culture

Taste buds, Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejon, take a bite out of the most delicious food and its history. Every episode includes - family stories from Eva and Maite, fascinating facts on the yummiest ingredients from their culture, interviews with food enthusiasts, chefs, and historians plus on-location episodes that bring you closer to the hidden history of your favorite foods. Oh, and these's ... more

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Restaurant history tells the story of who we are, what we value, and how culture moves. In this week’s episode of Hungry for History, Eva and Maite explore the impact the French Revolution played in the birth of restaurants and why French Cuisine bec... more

Tierra y Libertad: Food and the Mexican Revolution

In Mexico, revolution was as much about reclaiming the land as it was about reclaiming the kitchen. Over a century after the French Revolution, the Mexican Revolution of the early 20th century drew... more

Revolution on the Table: The American Fight for Independence and the Birth of National Identity

Before independence was won on the battlefield, it was declared in the kitchen. From boycotts of British tea to the brewing of “Liberty Tea” made from n... more

Liberté, Égalité… Gastronomie: The French Revolution and the Birth of Modern Cuisine

The French Revolution wasn’t just fought in the streets, it was fought at the table. As bread riots shook Paris and hunger fueled rebellion, the collapse of the a... more

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Recent Guests

Demián Bichir
Actor known for his roles in film and television, including the new show El Dentista
Stars in El Dentista
Episode: The World is Your Oyster!
Roy Choi
Renowned chef and food activist known for his food truck business Kogi BBQ.
Kogi BBQ
Episode: Dos Amigos: "Roy Choi: The Godfather of the Food Truck Revolution"
Zohran Mamdani
New York City mayoral candidate and Democratic socialist
Episode: Introducing: The Moment with Jorge Ramos & Paola Ramos — featuring an exclusive interview with Zohran Mamdani
OJ Trevino
Fifth-generation descendant of Sylvia and John Weber, and secretary of the Webber Family Preservation Project.
Episode: Celebrating Our Stories
Adán Medrano
Chef, food writer, and filmmaker focusing on Texas Mexican culinary history.
Author of 'Don't Count the Tortillas, The Art of Texas Mexican Cooking'
Episode: South Texas and Life on the Rancho
Arturo Castro
Comedian and podcaster known for 'Greatest Escapes'
Greatest Escapes
Episode: Guatemalan Comfort Foods
Antonio Diaz
Emmy Award-winning and James Beard Award-nominated filmmaker, founder of Life & Thyme
Life & Thyme
Episode: The Restaurant Community in the Wake of the LA Wildfires
Maria Esther Hammack
Scholar of black liberation in North America, focusing on black women's roles in Mexico
Episode: Freedom Fighters in Mexico and Texas
Leslie Dutcher Treviño
President of the Webber Family Preservation Project
Webber Family Preservation Project
Episode: Freedom Fighters in Mexico and Texas

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 238 ratings
  • Such fun!

    I love the rapport and conversation between the two hosts. And I love what I learn and how I learn it. This may be my favorite food-based podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyFarmersMarketBasket
    United States9 months ago
  • Loving the Education!

    Thank you ladies for providing education on topics from the history of eggs to the history of enslaved Africans! So refreshing to hear unbiased information these days and you warm my heart and expand my knowledge at the same time. Never stop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandy’s Two Cents
    United States9 months ago
  • Totally Loving this Podcast!

    After listening to my first episode of the Hungry for History podcast I instantly LOVED it. I’m such a nerd when it comes to food history and culture so I’m excited I was able to discover this podcast 😍. Love learning through food.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eunimaru
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fabulous

    Everything I’m interested in…learning culture through food through wonderful and intelligent ladies! Thank you! Tortilla episode is my fave

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lyzzardwyzzard
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wrong Facts

    I wanted to like this podcast so much. It combines two of my hobbies: history and food; however, there are instances in which the hosts have presented wrong information as factual.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Latina Aburrida
    United Statesa year ago

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Many reviews highlight the informative discussions on food history and its cultural significance.
The personal anecdotes and storytelling approach resonate strongly with audiences, providing a relatable experience.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' chemistry and the educational content that intertwines food and culture.
Some listeners mention a desire for fewer commercial interruptions during episodes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#125
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#224
Italy/History
Apple Podcasts
#80
Finland/History
Apple Podcasts
#81
Taiwan/History
Apple Podcasts
#91
Mexico/History
Apple Podcasts
#134
Israel/History

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Eating Shapes History - The Mexican Revolution
Q: Why if Mexican Independence from Spain happened in 1810, which was the same time as all the Revolution, why didn't they call it the Mexican Revolution back then?
The Mexican Independence was a war of independence against colonialism, while the Revolution was an internal revolt caused by centuries of oppression.
The World is Your Oyster!
Q: Are you a fan of oysters?
Yes, Demián Bichir expresses a deep passion for oysters, mentioning that he enjoys them with various accompaniments but always tries them raw first.
Dos Amigos: "Roy Choi: The Godfather of the Food Truck Revolution"
Q: What moment led to the creation of Kogi?
Roy Choi explains that being out of a job pushed him to start Kogi, merging his culinary background with street food culture.
Dos Amigos: "Roy Choi: The Godfather of the Food Truck Revolution"
Q: Why is philanthropy and activism such a big part of who you are?
Roy Choi reflects on his personal struggles and how they shaped his belief in giving back to the community, emphasizing loyalty to promises made.
Introducing: The Moment with Jorge Ramos & Paola Ramos — featuring an exclusive interview with Zohran Mamdani
Q: How did you do so well with Latino voters?
Mamdani engaged with Latino communities and focused on affordability, listening to concerns about living costs.

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The content emphasizes the intersection of food, culture, and history, with themes centered on personal narratives related to culinary traditions and cultural identity. It often features interviews with chefs and food experts, as well as discussions about historical and cultural contexts surrounding popular dishes, ingredients, and cooking methods. The engaging style includes anecdotes from the hosts' lives, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for listeners while exploring a diverse range of topics, from specific cuisines to broader issues like migration and agricultural practices. Unique elements include on-location segments that provide authentic experiences and taste-testing components that invite listener interaction and personal co... more

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1. Demián Bichir
2. Roy Choi
3. Zohran Mamdani
4. OJ Trevino
5. Adán Medrano
6. Arturo Castro
7. Antonio Diaz
8. Maria Esther Hammack

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