The Science of the Five Second Rule: Which Foods Last Longest On The Floor?
An interview with a microbiologist explores the scientific merits of the five second rule. And it turns out some foods will last way longer than five seconds. More
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How Many Free Samples Is Too Many?
A man who left a store with more than a pound of free meat samples was arrested for shoplifting. The store says he "violated societal norms" for free sampling. What's your take on this pressing issue? More
Slow Motion Video of Kids Trying New Foods
This video is pretty priceless. You should watch it right now. More
Is NPR’s ‘Sandwich Monday’ Distorting the Definition of a Sandwich?
Last week's Sporkful podcast included an intense debate about the correct definition of a sandwich. Hear what both sides have to say, then let us know what you think. Does NPR's ombudsman need to know about this? More
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Tequila Revisited: A Redemption Story (AUDIO)
Jun 03, 2013
Dan was scarred by tequila at a young age and hasn't been able to drink it for years. Now, he sets out to overcome his aversion and learn to appreciate good tequila, with help from an expert. More
The Science of the Five Second Rule: Which Foods Last Longest On The Floor?
May 28, 2013
An interview with a microbiologist explores the scientific merits of the five second rule. And it turns out some foods will last way longer than five seconds. More
How Many Free Samples Is Too Many?
May 23, 2013
A man who left a store with more than a pound of free meat samples was arrested for shoplifting. The store says he "violated societal norms" for free sampling. What's your take on this pressing issue? More
Sausage: Kevin Pang’s Top Ten, Plus Ideal Length, Girth and More (AUDIO)
May 20, 2013
Kevin Pang is an eater and writer, so Dan asks him about food language. (Is non-alcoholic beer an oxymoron?) Then Kevin lists his top ten types of sausage, and he and Dan cover ideal length, girth, and more. More
Slow Motion Video of Kids Trying New Foods
May 15, 2013
This video is pretty priceless. You should watch it right now. More
Wilco’s Glen Kotche Covers The Four Tops Using Nothing But Kitchen Gear (VIDEO)
May 09, 2013
I love when The Sporkful's mission gives me an excuse to post something that's just cool. Well here's Wilco's Glen Kotche using faucets, pots, and pans to recreate a classic song. More
Sporkful Live at Guactacular: Guacamole Composition & Consumption (AUDIO)
May 06, 2013
In the first ever Sporkful with a live audience, Dan talks to Lee Frank of Nachos NY, Laura Anderson of Slate, and Chris Salgado of Chris's Awesome Guacamole. Voices are raised. Passions are inflamed. More
