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  • 100 BEST PODCASTS OF ALL TIME
  • TIME
  • BEST FOOD PODCAST
  • James Beard Awards
  • Webby Awards

podcast episodes

Grilled Sandwich Smackdown (AUDIO)

Dan talks to chefs and eaters at the Second Annual Brooklyn Grilled Sandwich Smackdown about what constitutes a grilled sandwich, the ethics of picking pieces of stray pork off a public serving tray with your hands, and general strategy at such events.

Tailgating Techniques for the Modern Grillsperson (AUDIO)

Mrs. Sporkful and Dan's mom make their Sporkful debuts, joined by food blogger Sarah Sprague, pastry chef Emily Vail, and others, all to discuss the art and science of tailgating. Taped in the parking lot of Giants Stadium!

Jesse Thorn on Burritos, Butchers & Broccoli (AUDIO)

The great Jesse Thorn of Bullseye and Maximum Fun joins us to offer his burrito philosophy, tell a story about a judgmental butcher, and generally put up with some rather absurd questions about his eating habits.

Hot Dogs Beyond the Bun: Corn Dogs, Pigs in Blankets, and Pigs in Stews (AUDIO)

We cover corn dogs, pigs in blankets, and hot dogs as ingredients in soups, stews, casseroles, and other concoctions. Plus you, our loyal listeners, weigh in with unorthodox uses for hot dogs!

On Peeling, Eating, Splitting, Freezing and Sandwichizing Bananas (SF 137)

This week we discuss alternate banana peeling methods, the merits of the banana split and frozen banana, and banana sandwichization techniques.

Chicken Wings, Pt. 2: Dips, Side Veggies, and More (Ep 136)

This week we continue our examination of chicken wings, looking at the important topics of dips, side vegetables and alternative preparations.