Savor
817 episodes Last Updated: Jun 05, 25
Savor digs into how people live and how they eat – and why. Hosts Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum interview the culinary creators and consumers of the world, exploring the science, history, and culture of food and drink, all with a key question in mind: Why do we like what we like, and how can we find more of those things?
Episodes
Jun 05, 2025
Tailing the Giant Tiger Prawn
These extra-large shrimp were the darling of the aquaculture industry for decades – and are excellent escape artists. Anney and Lauren dip into the biology and history of the giant tiger prawn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 30, 2025
The Pasta Salad Episode Is a Toss-Up
This classic summer side dish has infinite ingredient combinations and a nebulous past. Anney and Lauren get mixed up in the science and history of pasta/macaroni salad(s).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28, 2025
Doritos: Cash in Your Chips
This international brand of tortilla chips (and dips, and scientifically engineered flavors) got its start at Disneyland. Anney and Lauren dust off the intense science and history of Doritos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2025
The Camembert Necessities
This ultra-creamy cheese achieves its texture and funk from a species of mold that was named after it. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of camembert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2025
The Violet Episode Comes and Goes
These edible flowers are a tasty decoration used fresh or made into vibrant extracts – and they mess with your sense of smell, making the experience of them fleeting. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and weird science of violets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 09, 2025
The Beefed Up Churrascaria Episode
This type of restaurant serves barbecue, often spit-roasted and portioned off tableside by servers in continual rounds from the grill. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and cultures behind churrascarias and rodizio-style service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 07, 2025
Savor Classics: Cucumbers
Although sometimes thin skinned, cucumbers have only rarely lost their cool factor over the millennia. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind this popular summer addition to everything from salads to sour beers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 02, 2025
Rooting for the Curry Tree
The leaves of this aromatic tree add a complex bright, herbal, earthy spice to all kinds of savory dishes. Anney and Lauren go out on a limb with the botany and history of the curry tree.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 01, 2025
Tis the Saison
This wide category of crisp, yeast-forward ales has a murky history. Anney and Lauren dip into that history, plus the science behind saisons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 25, 2025
The Krispy Kreme Episode Is Hot Now
This brand of doughnuts and coffee is famous for its fresh in-shop experience but poised to distribute its treats on a massive scale. Anney and Lauren don’t glaze over the science and history behind Krispy Kreme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.