This large, apex-predator fish throws around a lot of (tasty) muscle. Anney and Lauren dive into the biology and history of swordfish.

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Once again, we return to our inbox for messages from you, dear listeners! This one is mostly currywurst emails, with a smattering of song lyrics, not-so ball soup, actually good airline food, and assorted nerd stuff.

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This series of children’s books about a simple homesteading family in late-1800s America has become a complicated cultural phenomenon. Anney and Lauren dig into Laura Ingalls Wilder’s ‘Little House’ series and TV show, featuring an extended interview with Emily Marinoff and Glynnis MacNicol of the podcast ‘Wilder’.

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The ingredients and iterations of this super-savory condiment reflect its journey through generations of traveling workers and immigrants. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture of shacha sauce.

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In the heyday of this (semi-)edible art form, the extremely rich displayed intricate landscapes of sugar figurines as a show of power. Anney and Lauren crystalize the science and history of sugar sculpture.

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This brand of nostalgic American frozen dinners once also encompassed a restaurant and hotel empire. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind Stouffer’s.

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Many cultures eat three meals a day -- but why? Have we always done that? In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren explore the history (and etymology) of breakfast, lunch, and dinner -- plus some science behind whether breakfast is really the most important meal.

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This sausage-based, tomato-smothered, curry-sprinkled street food comes in many iterations. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture behind the phenomenon that is currywurst.

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Once considered deadly by some Europeans, this vegetable (fruit? berry??) has a fascinating history as a tax evader, protest device, and potential agent of lycanthropy. Anney and Lauren take another look at the science, history, and great nicknames of the tomato.

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This category of cookies is twice-baked to create a crunch that lasts. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and culture behind biscotti.

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