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  • James Beard Awards
  • Webby Awards

live events

Dining Out In A Wheelchair

Dan goes out to eat with WNYC's John Hockenberry and a blogger who calls himself "The Disabled Foodie.” Plus YouTube star Zach Anner, who has cerebral palsy, on being offered help he doesn’t need.

Live: Is Sparkling Water Actually Water?

Comic Myq Kaplan and Dan debate the definition of water. Plus, is picking all the pretzels out of a snack mix wrong? A philosophy professor tells us what Socrates would say. Taped live on stage!

Canadian Food Invasion!

Poutine is flooding across America's northern border! But what's so great about fries, gravy, and cheese curds? Two patriotic Canadians school us in their native food and culture.

Mimi Sheraton Perfects The 140-Character Restaurant Review (Live)

Live on stage, the famously opinionated restaurant critic takes questions from Sporkful listeners on latte foam preservation, carrot stick-to-dip ratio, and when in a meal to take the best bite.

John Hodgman v. Dan Pashman: Are Hot Dogs Sandwiches?

Our long-running feud comes to a head live on stage, with WNYC's Brooke Gladstone moderating. It's like a presidential debate, but with more dignity.

The Turkey Who Loved My Wife (with Radiolab’s Robert Krulwich)

Robert Krulwich tells the story of a turkey that put the moves on his wife and we call the Butterball Turkey Line for life advice. It’s part two of our Thanksgiving special!