Let's Bake History

As we celebrate 2 years of LBH, we've decided it's time for a quick summer break so that we can recharge our creative engines and prepare for the next season of history, baked goods, and bad puns. Set your kitchen timers for the fall, when we'll return with regular bi-weekly episodes about all your favorite treats.  In the meantime, we've rounded up a list of food, baking, and history-themed podcasts to tide you over.  Food and Modern Culture: Cherry Bombe - An interview show with the coolest, most creative women in the world of food Spilled Milk - A comedy show about food from shrimp cocktail to mug cakes The Empty Bowl - A meditative podcast about cereal and cereal news British Bake-Off Podcasts: The Proving Drawer Cake Face The Bake Down Food & History A Taste of the Past - Culinary historian Linda Pelaccio interviews authors, historians, and food scholars for casual, in-depth conversations on topics of culinary history Burnt Toast -  Food52's podcast highlighting the often-surprising past of what we eat every day

In this time of home isolation and limited food creativity, we invite you to dig among the back corners of your refrigerator where you may find today's baked good hiding out! We bring you the history of the small-but-mighty pizza bagel, a pioneer of creativity, deliciousness, and financial innovation. Join us! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

If you didn't think Emma could talk about cereal for 30 minutes straight, then boy were you mistaken! Today's episode is a nice long one, because 1) the history of cereal is too wild to consolidate into anything less, and 2) we know you crazy kids need some extra goodness to listen to while you're stuck at home. You're welcome. Get your milk and your spoon, and enjoy!  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.  

This week we're getting extra sticky, extra sweet, and extra steamy...that's right, it's time for Stroopwafel! These caramel-pressed waffle cookies might have been a mistake at first, but they'll be an intentional part of your life from here on out if you just give them a chance. Join us!  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

In honor of the Jewish celebration Purim, we bring you the newest Netflix original historical-drama: The Story of Hamantaschen! Coming from the Book of Esther, these little triangle cookies are part of an espionage tale worthy of the big screen.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

In this episode we discover the absolute joy that is Medovik, or Russian Honey Cake: a towering layer cookie-cake held together with sweet cream filling. It won over the heart of a Russian Empress, and we can only hope it will win over your heart too, dear listener!  Unrelated to honey cake, I want to apologize in advance that during this episode Jules sounds like she is recording from the bottom of a very deep well, or perhaps from an adjacent room while sitting in a bathtub. We assure you neither was the case. We are working to fix this issue for next episode.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

Valentine's Day is coming up soon, and to celebrate we have a steamy, sensuous episode for you to enjoy with your loved ones. We've got Clootie, we've got Roly Poly - and if you ever wanted to hear us talk about our love for Spotted Dick this is your chance! Join us for an episode that is sure to warm your heart...and your stomach.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

It's time to head to Russia and talk about spice ratios as we explore the classic dessert, Pryaniki! This cookie does it all - it can impress your houseguests and then help get them out the door, all without messing up its sugary glaze coating. Join us! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

Think you're the cat's meow? Well, we'll figure out if you really know your onions with this food and baking decade-in-review for the 20s. The 1920's, that is! We'll even forgive Jules for confusing Teddy Rosevelt and Grover Cleveland! Join us, we promise it's the berries! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

This week, we bring you the history of a baked good whose *bark* is worse than its bite! No? Ok, we're all a little silly after the holidays, but in all seriousness, we're discussing the fascinating story of Swiss Roles and the Yule Log. So, gather around the decidedly Pagan fire, and listen up... Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

Join us for peaceful and non-confrontational holiday episode where we politely discuss the history and merits of gingerbread, both hard and soft.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

This week, just in time for American Thanksgiving, we bring you a trio of rare pies native to different corners of the US. Try out Shoofly Pie, Green Mustang Grape Pie, or Pickle Pie this holiday season! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

As families in the US prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, let's take a closer look at the humble pumpkin pie. Don't be fooled by the calm exterior, as years of history lurk beneath the custard surface...join us! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

This week Jules brings you the terrifyingly delicious history of Red Velvet Cake (definitely not made with real blood), and Emma finally finds her sweet spot for puns - Vampires! Join us for a wild Halloween romp of an episode.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

Welcome ghosts and ghouls! October is upon us, and that means it's time for another Spooky Halloween series. This week we explore a baked good you can enjoy for all of eternity - Soul Cakes!* Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. *Cake may come with a complimentary song or prayer for your Aunt Mildred, no refunds or exchanges, subject to approval by the purgatory of their choosing. 

Have you ever wanted to start a Cinnamon War? Are you interested in the spice levels of Nordic baked goods? This episode might be for you! Join us as we explore the surprisingly violent history of an innocent round treat - the Cinnamon Bun. Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

As the lazy days of summer come to an end, Emma and Jules bring you the perfect easy dessert to make with your leftover fruit - Peach Cobbler!  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

This week, Jules and Emma discuss some 'accidents' in butter and sugar that ended up creating classic French desserts, including kouign amann and tarte tatin. Join us! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations.

Just in time for wedding season, we bring you the origin story of a New Mexican wedding cookie that traveled from across the world! Join us!  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

This week, Jules surprised us with a tribute to International Cat Day, featuring some feline-approved baked goods from around the world - including bungeoppang and pop tarts!  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.  

It's summertime! Sit back, relax, and join us for a journey of ice cream, Swiss meringue, and blow torches as we talk about a deceptively tricky sweet treat - Baked Alaska.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Get ready to laminate; it's croissant week! Join us as we explore the many layer of history hidden within this buttery french pastry.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

It's Jules' Birthday, and we're celebrating with a proved-or-underproved marathon! Come one, come all: step up and test your strength and knowledge of baking history!  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Join us as we discuss Om Ali and Qatayef, two of the many baked goods you might eat during Ramadan. But you better hurry, this week's pun is so quick you might miss it! Also, we are aware this episode is actually dropping after Ramadan ends. Ah, production schedules. Surely you'll forgive us.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Happy Anniversary to you! Yes, you, LBH listener! We've all made it 365 days through this podcast, and as our gift we bring some half-baked sound bites from the past year. Enjoy! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.  

It's time to return to donuts, fried dough, and dough balls! Join us as we explore Loukoumades and Gulab jamun,two delicious honey-soaked treats. Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.  

This week we celebrate Emma's birthday with a royal Swedish bake - the Princess Cake! This bright green, marzipan-coated confection has seemingly endless layers of history and whipped cream, so grab a fork and join us.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Lent is over, Easter is upon us, and that can only mean one thing: it's time for some Hot Cross Buns! Join us for this punchy holiday episode that makes Jules slightly nauseous and causes Emma to say "buns" approximately 12,458 times.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

It's time to celebrate April Fools' Day the only way we know how: by trying to stump each other with some made-up, high-fantasy, downright outlandish bakes! Join us! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.  

This week - a mystery is afoot in the LBH studio! Help Ace Detective Emma uncover the perplexing history of your favorite chocolatey treat...the brownie.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.  

As our podcast turns 21, it's time to celebrate Mardi Gras with a traditional Epiphany/Fat Tuesday treat - King Cake! Grab your beads and join us as we discuss this delicious baked good with a surprise inside.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Join us for the cross-continental journey of a favorite dessert that comes in a bite-sized package: the egg tart! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.  

This week we take a look at two of the many desserts eaten during the Lunar New Year festival - nian gao and fa gao! Appropriately for this year, we are ready to pig out on lots and lots of delicious baked goods.    Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

This week we soar to new heights exploring the Croquembouche - a dessert tower made of cream-filled choux pastry. Join us! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Jules brings us into the New Year with two baked goods worthy of celebration - vasilopita and buñuelos. Meanwhile Emma tries her hand at puns and trivia as we learn about New Years' traditions around the world.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

This week, join Emma and Jules around the Christmas table as we share the history of a classic English holiday bake: Christmas Pudding. This brandy-soaked suet dessert is sure to delight, especially when you set it aflame before serving! Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Join us as we celebrate the season of Hannukah with the rich history of Challah bread, and Jules kicks things off with her best bread joke yet.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

For week two of Pievember, we explore a very old and very delicious bake - meat pies! From Chaucer to Cornwall, these English pasties are a culinary favorite.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Join us for a Thanksgiving episode as we talk about the warm and cinnamon-y history of a favorite fall dessert. It doesn't get any more American than Apple Pie...right?  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

This episode we take to the high seas for our second week of Spooktober, exploring some of the baked goods you might find aboard a Pirate's ship. Plus, Jules tries her hand at the life of a sea-rover; will she impress the captain, or be forced to walk the plank?  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Join hosts Emma and Jules for this Halloween-themed episode, exploring the spookier side of baking history. It's all about blood, gore, and death with three classically scary bakes.  Let’s Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

It's our tenth episodiversary! Join hosts Emma and Jules as we celebrate this very big, significant milestone by talking about some of the individuals who had an impact on baking history. We chat about Olympic athletes, famous chemists, and someone who didn't even exist t all. Can Emma pronounce "Assize"? Is the Cookie Monster just a tease? All this and more, on Let's Bake History.    Let’s Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more – to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Join us for week nine of Let's Bake History where we get into the powdery, fat-laden history of the beignet from Africa to New Orleans.  Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more - to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.

Welcome to week eight of Let's Bake History. We're continuing our French summer vacation as we talk about a somewhat finicky confection - the macaron. Not to be confused with a macaroon, because, well...you'll see. Let's Bake History is a pseudo-educational comedy podcast exploring the origin stories of all your favorite baked goods. Each week co-hosts Emma and Jules dig into new breads, cakes, cookies, pies, pastries and more - to bring you the details on their nefarious histories and modern incarnations. Twitter: @bakehistorycast Instagram: bakehistorycast  Email: bakehistory@gmail.com Web: www.letsbakehistory.com New episodes every other Thursday.