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Take a trip to the 90's with Sarah and The Shrub as they digest a major beverage brand's hilarious flop

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OK_Soda

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Coke 

https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/ok-soda-coca-cola-history

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Sarah and The Shrub go a little off topic with the history of apple cider, but the main event is 100% that lanky woodsy wanderer: Johnny Appleseed.

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https://cider.wsu.edu/history-of-cider/ 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_cider

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucQKLWYBgeU

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/ancient-origins-apple-cider-180960662/ 

https://www.nationalapplemuseum.com/about/ 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Appleseed

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/real-johnny-appleseed-brought-applesand-booze-american-frontier-180953263/

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
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Journey to Mexico (and Brooklyn!) with Sarah and The Shrub as they talk about the thirst quenching Agua Fresca, indie concerts, favorite firsts, tacos, and more.

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- “Agua Fresca” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agua_fresca

- Guzmán, Alicia Inez. “The Beauty of Aguas Frescas” New Mexico Magazine, 2 April 2019. https://www.newmexicomagazine.org/blog/post/matteos-aguas-frescas/

- Pinkham, C.A. “The Origin of Mexico’s Iconic Agua Fresca Drink” Yahoo!Life, 15 May 2024. https://ca.style.yahoo.com/origin-mexicos-iconic-agua-fresca-011506851.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAGfNkkvGhgQrgskIM4E4uPWl7Fh9Xm01HPqwNNI5bqFm8TiOpnVz-RA2Q2SQGuGQGLDJf_DsjqE5bNUhRA8mgCJz7E7G001zSB1QWO81OI3xTNxKoG5VVv1JylYnnaxoAwHthYgg5cy8ieCIYoxyjGSs3fWONiZV9w6dWjtTa_ou

- Diaz, Sierra. “Viva Aguas Frescas” Austin Chronicle, 14 July 2017.  https://www.austinchronicle.com/food/2017-07-14/viva-aguas-frescas/

-“Licuado” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Licuado

- “Tamarindo” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamarindo_(drink)

- Nash, Elias. “What is Horchata and How Is It Made?” Yahoo!Life, 8 October 2023. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/horchata-made-071500363.html

- “Horchata” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horchata

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
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Take a trip to Ancient Greece with Sarah and The Shrub as they chat about a little tincture not too far off from shrubs - The Oxymel!

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- “Oxymel” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxymel
- Slagle, Ali. “Oxymel is the Tart, Herbal Tonic You Can Make at Home.” Bon Appetite, 2 Nov. 2017. https://www.bonappetit.com/story/make-oxymel-herbal-tonic
- Deluca, Leo, “Ancient Honey-and-Vinegar Combo Could Actually Treat Infected Wounds.” Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2023. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/ancient-honey-and-vinegar-combo-could-actually-treat-infected-wounds/
- “Hippocrates” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hippocrates
- “Sekanjabin” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sekanjabin 

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
email: [email protected]

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Get your fermentation on whith Sarah and The Shrub covering Kombucha! Also a little story (some might say rant...) from a recent weird event, and a spicy face-off between two shrubs.

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- “Kombucha” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kombucha 

- Zeratsky, Katherine. Mayo Clinic Consumer Health. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/expert-answers/kombucha-tea/faq-20058126

- MacKeen, Dawn. “Are There Benefits to Drinking Kombucha?” The New York Times, 16 Oct. 2019. https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/16/style/self-care/kombucha-benefits.html

- Maicas, Sergi. “The Role of Yeasts in Fermentation.” Microorganisms, August 2020. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7466055/#:~:text=Upon%20a%20strictly%20biochemical%20point,by%20converting%20sugar%20into%20alcohol.

- Davani-Davari, Dorna; Negahdarjpour, Manica; Karimzadeh, Iman; Seifan, Mostafa; Mohkam, Milad; Masoumi, Seyed Jalil; Berenjian, Aydin; Ghasemi, Younes. “Prebiotics: Definition, Types, Sources, Mechanisms, and Clinical Applications.” Foods, March 2019. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6463098/

- Grushkin, Daniel. “Meet the Woman Who Wants to Grow Clothing in a Lab.” Popular Science, 17 Feb. 2015. https://www.popsci.com/meet-woman-who-wants-growing-clothing-lab/

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3Axb37lMWI

- https://www.youtube.com/@YouBrewKombucha

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
email: [email protected]

While I want to bring levity to the table, this podcast does contain descriptions of substance abuse. If you or someone you know needs help, the SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

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Sarah and The Shrub delve into the history, pharmacology, and brewing of the psychoactive beverage Kava.

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- “Kava” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kava
- “Lapita Culture” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lapita_culture
- “Kavalactone” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kavalactone
- “Kava.” Alcohol and Drug Foundation, 06 June 2024.  https://adf.org.au/drug-facts/kava/
- “Kava - Uses, Side Effects, and More.” WebMD.
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-872/kava
- “Kava.” National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.  https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/kava

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
email: [email protected]

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Sarah and The Shrub cover the history and making of Bubble Tea, and discuss a little about her experience with AA. Potential (NA) drinking game: count how many times she says the word "boba".

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- “Bubble Tea” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_tea

- “Tapioca Pearl” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tapioca_pearl

- “Popping Boba” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Popping_boba

- Wei, Clarissa. “The Story Behind Bubble Tea, Taiwan’s Iconic Drink.” National Geographic, 3 October 2023.
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/what-is-boba-bubble-tea-taiwan

- Krishna, Priya. “A Brief History of Boba.” Food & Wine, 6 June 2017.
https://www.foodandwine.com/origins-of-boba-tea-6406857

- Wong, Maggie Hiufu. “The Rise of Bubble Tea, one of Taiwan’s Most Beloved Beverages.” CNN Travel, 29 April 2020.
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/taiwan-bubble-tea-origins/index.html

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
email: [email protected]

While I want to bring levity to the table, this podcast does contain descriptions of substance abuse. If you or someone you know needs help, the SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

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Let's wrap this bad boy up. Brewing methods, grinders, what's a latte vs. a cappuccino? Sarah and The Shrub cover all kinds of basics on what goes into your favorite cup of coffee.

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- “Kopi Luwak” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kopi_luwak

- “5 Things to Know About Cold Brew.” Kaldi’s Coffee Roasting Company, 5 May 2023. https://kaldiscoffee.com/blogs/news/5-things-you-should-know-about-cold-brew#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20biggest%20myths,hot%20brewed%20coffee%2C%20even%20espresso. 

- Simon, Lucy. “What’s the Difference Between Cold Brew and Iced Coffee?” Food & Wine, 31 July 2023. https://www.foodandwine.com/cold-brew-vs-iced-coffee-7567073

- Fick, Karen. “Coffee Filtering Principles.” Difford’s Guide. https://www.diffordsguide.com/g/1113/coffee/filtering-principles 

- Fick, Karen. “Coffee Filtering Techniques.” Difford’s Guide.
https://www.diffordsguide.com/g/1113/coffee/filtering-techniques 

- “The Ultimate Brew Down: Aeropress Vs. French Press.” Handground.com https://handground.com/grind/ultimate-brew-down-aeropress-vs-french-press

- Nice, Karim. “How Espresso Machines Work.” Howstuffworks.com. https://home.howstuffworks.com/espresso-machine.htm

- Fry, Phoebe. “What’s the Difference Between an Espresso, Americano, and More Coffee Drinks?” Real Simple, 23 February 2023. https://www.realsimple.com/types-of-coffee-drinks-7112708; 

- Barlow, Tony. “Macchiato vs. Latte vs. Flat White: In-Depth Comparison Guide.” MajestyCoffee.com, 14 May 2023. https://majestycoffee.com/blogs/posts/macchiato-vs-latte-vs-flat-white#:~:text=Macchiatos%20consist%20of%20a%20small,1%2F3%20microfoam%20milk%20ratio.

- https://bluebottlecoffee.com/us/eng/brew-guides/siphon

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
email: [email protected]

While I want to bring levity to the table, this podcast does contain descriptions of substance abuse. If you or someone you know needs help, the SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

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We've got a two-parter folks! There's just so. much. to. learn. about. coffee. Here's a *wee* bit of history, and what's going on with the plant itself. Also, Sarah and The Shrub are joined by a surprise beverage guest!

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- Beller, Debra. “How Coffee Works.” HowStuffWorks.com.
https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/edible-innovations/coffee.htm/printable

-“What is Coffee?” National Coffee Association of U.S.A., Inc.
https://www.ncausa.org/About-Coffee/What-is-Coffee

-“Tropic of Cancer” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tropic_of_Cancer

-Coffee Shrub Spritzer Recipe:
https://www.saveur.com/coffee-shrub-spritzer-recipe/

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
email: [email protected]

While I want to bring levity to the table, this podcast does contain descriptions of substance abuse. If you or someone you know needs help, the SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

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Oh no, not another podcast episode about caffeine!
How many cups of coffee do you think Sarah and The Shrub had before this episode?

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Sources
-Grisel, Judith. Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction. Anchor Books, 2019.

-W. Bryant, Charles & Clark, Josh, hosts. “The Duality of Caffeine.” Stuff You Should Know, iHeartPodcasts, 16 Jan. 2016.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-duality-of-caffeine/id278981407?i=1000360672007

-Justin Evansm John R. Richards, Amanda S. Battisti. “Caffeine” StatPearls Publishing. 8 June 2023.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519490/

-“Caffeine” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caffeine

-“Adenosine” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adenosine#Adenosine_receptors 

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ig: @shrubbish_pod
email: [email protected]

While I want to bring levity to the table, this podcast does contain descriptions of substance abuse. If you or someone you know needs help, the SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).