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Am I F*cking Up My Kids? Food Edition.

Every parent fears they’ll f*ck up their kid. Writer Carvell Wallace is no different. He joins Dan to talk food and parenting insecurities, and to ask whether “adventurous eating” is a virtue.

Actor Ron Funches Lost 140 Pounds And Became A Leading Man

Ron Funches returns to The Sporkful to talk about how losing weight has changed the way people treat him, and the way he perceives himself. Plus he updates us on his autistic son Malcom.

Kids’ Weird Food Creations

What are the craziest things parents do to get their picky eating kids to eat? The author of "Weird Parenting Wins" shares some stories. Plus, kids call in.

In Defense of Picky Eaters

Why do picky eaters face so much judgment? Is picky eating even actually a problem? We talk to two twins who grew up in a family of proud picky eaters and an expert to find out.

Ask Mimi: Mimi On Moms

In this special four-part series, legendary food writer Mimi Sheraton offers advice on food and life to callers and celebrity guests. This week: critical mothers, edible weed, and grandparenthood.

Michael Ian Black Is A Man Who Eats Salads

The comedian and actor tells us how his sense of masculinity and his body image issues affect what he eats. Plus he and Dan bond over life as suburban dads.