We revisit our episode on baked potatoes in conjunction with the release of our latest GastroLab video for Slate, in which we experiment with ways to turn baking potatoes into desserts. To subscribe to the GastroLab video podcast, go to the iTunes store and search for "GastroLab," or click here. To stream the videos through your web browser, click here.
The conversation continues with a fierce debate over whether there's anything wrong with a salad that requires a knife to eat. Also covered: croutons and other crunchy toppings, once again with our buddy Win Rosenfeld. Photo: Flickr CC / sa_ku_ra
In honor of the great Marc Maron'srecent endorsement of The Sporkful, we're replaying his classic appearance on our podcast. Maron describes his dream cup of coffee, Mark Garrison extols the virtues of coffee ice cubes in iced coffee, and Dan explains why Maron's take on coffee makes him like Clint Eastwood in "Unforgiven."
We have a fierce debate on the merits of cherry tomatoes, and also discuss what constitutes a salad, the best temperature for salad ingredients, and more, all with our friend Win Rosenfeld in house. In part two (to come in a couple of weeks) we'll cover croutons, cheeses, and whether a salad should ever require a knife. Photo: Flickr CC /
Dan explains why he thinks Thin Mints are overrated and takes issue with Girl Scout Cookie nomenclature, while Mark holds forth on the best serving temperature for Thin Mints, and both hosts debate the strengths and weaknesses of Peanut Butter Patties (a.k.a. Tagalongs) and Peanut Butter Sandwiches (a.k.a. Do-si-dos or Savannahs).
Next week's show is up now (early!) in preparation for Easter Sunday. We debate whether spiral cut ham represents one of humanity's greatest achievements or its impending downfall, Mark explains why the Easter Bunny is like a benevolent dragon, and guest Win Rosenfeld suggests a novel use for jelly beans. No disrespect to other episodes, but I think this is