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Flavor: The Science of The Most Mysterious Sense

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Created April 04, 2021

Updated June 06, 2022

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  1. The Compass

    The senses: Smell and taste

    1Aug 19th, 202027m 44s
    Imagine spraying yourself with a flowery fragrance but all you can smell is rotting flesh? Our senses can be surprisingly strange, especially when they malfunction due to injury, disease or genetic abnormalities. In this episode, neurologist
  2. Every Little Thing

    Bubblegum: What’s That Flavor? Plus, What’s the Deal With Turkey Eggs?

    1Nov 19th, 201825m 13s
    Where does bubblegum flavor come from? A bubblegum bush? A beaver’s butt? We track down the original bubblegum flavor formula, and find out what’s in there. Plus, why turkey eggs aren’t a thing.Guests: Philadelphia events expert Scott Bruce, c
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  3. Science Diction

    Umami: A Century Of Disbelief

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    1Aug 18th, 202020m 59s
    Salty, sweet, sour, bitter. Scientists once thought these were the only tastes, but in the early 20th century, a Japanese chemist dissected his favorite kombu broth and discovered one more: umami. In recent years, umami has become a foodie buzz
  4. Savor

    Flavor Tripping with the Miracle Berry

    1Nov 8th, 201727m 36s
    The miracle berry is a fruit that can make sour foods taste incredibly sweet. We explore the science behind flavor tripping, plus the strange, conspiracy-ridden history of the miracle berry's legality in the United States. Learn more about you
  5. Proof

    BEANBOOZLED, Part 1

    1Nov 22nd, 201842m 32s
    Jelly Belly's popular "Beanboozled" game is an edible version of Russian roulette. You might score a tutti frutti bean, or you might get stuck with a stinky sock-flavored bean. But how in the world did Jelly Belly distill these disgusting flavo
  6. Proof

    BEANBOOZLED, Part 2

    1Nov 29th, 201837m 11s
    In part 2 of our Beanboozled story, we go inside Givaudan, one of the largest flavor houses in the world, to uncover how stinky sock flavored jelly beans are made.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at
  7. Gastropod

    Crunch, Crackle, and Pop

    Jul 14th, 201528m 27s
    “Sound is the forgotten flavor sense,” says experimental psychologist Charles Spence. In this episode, we discover how manipulating sound can transform our experience of food and drink, making stale potato chips taste fresh, adding the sensatio
  8. Journey to the Centre of Food

    Cabbage and Chocolate - The Return of Flavour Pairing

    1Feb 1st, 202135m 25s
    Join Heston as he again delves into the fascinating world of flavour pairing, this time testing out the suggestions of listeners from across the world. From Kangaroo and Mango to Lager and Twirl, Banana and Tomato to Cabbage and milk chocolate,
  9. Every Little Thing

    Is There a Secret Sixth Taste?

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    11Jun 4th, 201822m 33s
    Is there more to your taste buds than you thought? ELT tackles a fat question. Plus, a #yesflamingo campaign update.Guests: Richard Mattes, taste czar; Sarah Laskow, reporter for Atlas Obscura.Special thanks to caller Samantha.*Correction: T
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