Podcasts about spices

Today we sit with actor and comedian Brady Novak to trace a career that went from small town Kansas and improv to sketch comedy, Channel 101, and a recurring role as Richie on Community. Brady shares stories about working with Dan Harmon, Chevy Chase and the Community cast, surviving a dangerously literal balloon death scene on 1000 Ways to Die, and the strange reality of making a life in comedy. Then we gamble on the cards of friendship! THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Brady Novak:https://www.instagram.com/bradynovak_Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Leo Horta joins Reydar to talk comedy, fishing, insomnia, The Perfect Crime, and The Getaway before putting his friendship skills to the test. Somewhere along the way, things derail into vomiting videos, Belgian waffles, and the perfect heist crew. THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Leo:https://www.instagram.com/leohortacomedySupport the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Years ago, I spent some time studying Ayurveda and learning more about how food can support the body. One thing I remember really liking was the idea of bringing different tastes into a meal. Instead of eating something that hits only one note, you include a mix of flavors so the meal feels more satisfying and complete. I started thinking about that again recently, only this time in terms of life. There are certain things I need in my day that help me feel good about how I invested my time. Moving my body is one. Being outside is another. I love learning, having meaningful conversations, working with my animals, and knowing I did something useful for someone else. I also need that point when I can say, "day is done," and stop pushing myself to do more. On today's Wise Walk, we talk about the different flavor profiles that make a life feel satisfying, why those ingredients will look different for each of us, and how being more intentional about what we include in our days can help us feel more balanced and complete. What does feeling satisfied mean to you? In what ways do you feel satisfied in your body, heart, energy, relationships, career, and activities? How can you direct or redirect your energy toward the things that help you feel satisfied? What activities allow you to actively direct your energy toward the areas of your life that bring you satisfaction? How do you incorporate those activities into your day? Do you have enough variety in the things that help you feel satisfied? Are your personal flavor profiles connected to relationships, learning, acts of service, or other meaningful experiences? How are you incorporating your heart, mind, body, and soul into the way you live each day? What are the things that light you up, and how do you feel when you make time for them? What do you notice when those important elements are missing from your day? Where can you be more intentional about choosing the things that help you feel satisfied, grounded, calm, and balanced? How can you create a clear stopping point at the end of the day and shift your energy toward reflection, recovery, restoration, or nourishment? How do you create satisfaction during the times when you do not need to be "on"? Are there areas of your life where you are depriving yourself of the flavor profiles or sensory experiences that help you feel abundant, grateful, and fulfilled? How can you become more aware of what feels aligned for you and what does not? How can you intentionally choose more of the things that bring you satisfaction? What can you eliminate from your life that is weighing you down or pulling you away from the experience you want to create? What elements help you feel complete in how you show up for others and how you show up for yourself? How can you create balance between being of service to others and giving yourself what you need to unwind at the end of the day? I'd love to hear what helps you feel satisfied and how you create balance in your life. Please send me your thoughts and feedback. I look forward to next Thursday's Wise Walk. Until then, prioritize fun as you read the signs, direct your path, and get your stride on. In this episode: [01:47] I studied Ayurvedic practices as a way to support my body. Ayurveda has different healing beliefs and works with food and spices as nourishment, and also incorporates body cleansing practices. [02:16] They focus on the mind, body, heart and soul alignment. It's being intentional about how we prepare our food.  [03:07] Spices are incorporated to help our bodies feel supported. [04:02] There are six fundamental taste that we should achieve in every meal including sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, and astringent. [05:19] Things I should include in my everyday life flavor profile include exercise, nature, meaningful conversations, learning, and being of service. [07:07] At the end of the day, my aunt and I will always say, "Day is done." [08:36] Shifting energy and going inward and using your "off switch" is also very satisfying. [12:51] One of the ayurvedic flavor profiles is sweetness. I make a point to incorporate sweetness in my day. I have something sweet after my meal. [14:40] My sweet stopper has helped prevent me from overindulging. [15:43] This helps close out the eating experience for me. [17:11] We can be intentional about incorporating flavor profiles into our days so we feel satisfied. Memorable Quotes: "Satisfaction is personal. Each of us has to recognize what makes us feel nourished, supported, and complete, then intentionally direct our energy toward those things." - Mary Tess "A satisfying life is not built from one thing alone. It comes from understanding the different experiences that energize us and making space for them in our daily lives." - Mary Tess "When we make room for the things that light us up, we give ourselves a better chance to end the day feeling complete rather than wondering what was missing." - Mary Tess "Balance includes knowing when to be fully engaged and when to create a clear stopping point so our energy can shift toward calm and recovery." - Mary Tess Links and Resources:  Mary Tess Rooney Email Heart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram

Susan Smith Jones, PhD, returns to This Week in America with Ric Bratton to share practical, natural ways to nourish your body, increase vitality and make healthy living part of your everyday life.In her new 2026 edition of A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Fruits, Veggies, Juices, Teas, Soups, Spices & Healthy Living Extras, Susan draws on decades of experience and research to show how simple choices involving wholesome foods, beverages and healthy habits can make a meaningful difference in how you look and feel.Susan explores the benefits of nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables, fresh juices, herbal teas and culinary spices including turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, garlic, basil, oregano and cayenne. She also shares favorite recipes and easy ideas for making healthy foods more appealing and enjoyable.But A Hug in a Mug is about more than what's inside your cup. Susan uses the "mug" as a metaphor for the body itself—a remarkable vessel that deserves to be cared for every day. Good nutrition is only part of that care. Exercise, restorative sleep, time in nature, stress management, positive relationships, gratitude and faith all contribute to physical, mental and spiritual well-being.In this uplifting conversation, Ric and Susan discuss how small, realistic lifestyle choices can help you take better care of yourself without making healthy living complicated or overwhelming.Susan Smith Jones, PhD, is a longtime healthy-living expert, author and educator who spent 30 years teaching at UCLA. She has written extensively about nutrition, fitness, natural remedies, wellness and creating a positive, balanced lifestyle.This Week in America with Ric Bratton is heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, bringing listeners informative and inspiring conversations with authors, experts and thought leaders.If you're interested in healthy eating, natural wellness, herbal teas, juicing, nutritious recipes, healthy aging, weight management and simple ways to increase your energy and vitality, don't miss Ric Bratton's conversation with Susan Smith Jones about A HUG IN A MUG.Keywords:  Susan Smith Jones, A Hug in a Mug, Susan Smith Jones interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America, healthy living, holistic health, natural wellness, nutrition, healthy eating, fruits and vegetables, herbal tea, herbal teas, juicing, fresh juice, healthy recipes, culinary spices, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, garlic, superfoods, natural remedies, weight management, healthy weight loss, healthy aging, youthful vitality, self care, wellness tips, stress management, healthy lifestyle, nutrition podcast, health podcast, author interview 

Susan Smith Jones, PhD, returns to This Week in America with Ric Bratton to share practical, natural ways to nourish your body, increase vitality and make healthy living part of your everyday life.In her new 2026 edition of A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Fruits, Veggies, Juices, Teas, Soups, Spices & Healthy Living Extras, Susan draws on decades of experience and research to show how simple choices involving wholesome foods, beverages and healthy habits can make a meaningful difference in how you look and feel.Susan explores the benefits of nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables, fresh juices, herbal teas and culinary spices including turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, garlic, basil, oregano and cayenne. She also shares favorite recipes and easy ideas for making healthy foods more appealing and enjoyable.But A Hug in a Mug is about more than what's inside your cup. Susan uses the "mug" as a metaphor for the body itself—a remarkable vessel that deserves to be cared for every day. Good nutrition is only part of that care. Exercise, restorative sleep, time in nature, stress management, positive relationships, gratitude and faith all contribute to physical, mental and spiritual well-being.In this uplifting conversation, Ric and Susan discuss how small, realistic lifestyle choices can help you take better care of yourself without making healthy living complicated or overwhelming.Susan Smith Jones, PhD, is a longtime healthy-living expert, author and educator who spent 30 years teaching at UCLA. She has written extensively about nutrition, fitness, natural remedies, wellness and creating a positive, balanced lifestyle.This Week in America with Ric Bratton is heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, bringing listeners informative and inspiring conversations with authors, experts and thought leaders.If you're interested in healthy eating, natural wellness, herbal teas, juicing, nutritious recipes, healthy aging, weight management and simple ways to increase your energy and vitality, don't miss Ric Bratton's conversation with Susan Smith Jones about A HUG IN A MUG.Keywords:  Susan Smith Jones, A Hug in a Mug, Susan Smith Jones interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America, healthy living, holistic health, natural wellness, nutrition, healthy eating, fruits and vegetables, herbal tea, herbal teas, juicing, fresh juice, healthy recipes, culinary spices, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, garlic, superfoods, natural remedies, weight management, healthy weight loss, healthy aging, youthful vitality, self care, wellness tips, stress management, healthy lifestyle, nutrition podcast, health podcast, author interview 

Missed this morning's Prospector Show on ROCK 107? Catch up with Prospector's Prime Cuts, your daily recap of the funniest moments from NEPA's morning radio show. On today's episode: • Top 5 Rejected Oreo Flavors — after Oreo and KFC teamed up for an 11 Herbs & Spices flavored cookie, Prospector imagines some of the other flavors that thankfully never made it past the testing phase. • inTEXTicated — another collection of drunken texts that seemed like brilliant ideas at the time and became evidence the next morning. • Go or No Go — what's worth doing around NEPA this weekend? We run through some of the biggest local events and help you decide where you're going and what you're skipping. • Prospector's Rant — after seeing Billy Idol and DEVO at Montage Mountain, Prospector has some things to say about the people who apparently forgot how you're supposed to behave at a concert. From nonstop talking to people who spend the entire show staring at their phones, concert etiquette needs a refresher course. • Prospector's Yambag of the Week • Plus more weird, funny, and completely unnecessary moments from the show. Stay caught up on Northeast PA radio, classic rock, local events, comedy, concert etiquette, and the daily nonsense you might have missed on the Prospector Show.

“It's an honor to be at your table.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Sonya Patel @sonyabpatel @purspices. Sonya is the founder of PUR Spices — a globally inspired spice and sauce company focused on clean ingredients, bold flavor, and allergen-friendly cooking. What began as a personal mission to create safe, transparent foods for her family has grown into a brand that's helping people explore vibrant flavors from around the world without compromising on quality or trust. S9 Episode 39: 8/11/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Sonya PatelFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/  X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod   Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://www.purspices.com/ Instagram: @sonyabpatel, @purspices https://www.instagram.com/sonyabpatel/ https://www.instagram.com/purspices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purspices/ 

✨ On this dinner party episode of Zillennials Podcast, Kaylee and Lian make chana saag (an Indian curry with chickpeas and spinach). They talk about why they chose the recipe and what they thought of it. They share possible modifications and additions and their overall cooking experience. The conversation closes with summer cooking updates about what Kaylee and Lian have been cooking and eating.00:00 Dinner Party Introduction02:19 Why Chana Saag04:31 Servings and Leftovers07:28 Spices and Ingredients10:16 Blender and Cleanup15:02 Dinner Party Fails19:27 Family Potluck Dynamics21:50 Summer Cooking Routines28:23 Conclusion and Next Book Club Announcement

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: A Spice-Filled Raksha Bandhan: Sibling Love Rediscovered Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-08-09-07-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: बाज़ार का दिन था।En: It was market day.Hi: चारों ओर चहल-पहल और गहमागहमी थी।En: There was bustle and hustle everywhere.Hi: अरमानों का जश्न मनाने के लिए अरजुन ने फैसला किया था कि इस रक्षाबंधन पर अपनी बहन रिया के लिए एक खास पकवान बनाएगा।En: To celebrate his aspirations, Arjun had decided that for this Raksha Bandhan, he would make a special dish for his sister Riya.Hi: वह अपने दोस्त कबीर के साथ, भीड़-भाड़ वाले मसालों के बाज़ार में खड़ा था, उसकी आँखों में एक चाहत और दिल में एक चिंता।En: He was standing in the crowded spice market with his friend Kabir, with a desire in his eyes and a worry in his heart.Hi: मॉनसून की बारिश ने देंगू मचा रखा था।En: Monsoon rains had caused a commotion.Hi: परंतु अरजुन के मन में जोश था।En: However, Arjun was filled with enthusiasm.Hi: मसालों की दुनिया में खो जाने का शौक और इस बार उसे रिया के लिए खास करना था।En: He had a passion for losing himself in the world of spices, and this time he wanted to make it special for Riya.Hi: बाज़ार की गलियों में रंग-बिरंगे मसालों की बोरियों के ढेर थे।En: The alleys of the market were piled high with colorful spice sacks.Hi: रंगीन मिर्च, हरी धनिया और गहरी हल्दी की खुशबू वातावरण में रस भर रही थी।En: The fragrance of colorful chilies, green coriander, and deep turmeric filled the atmosphere.Hi: अब तक, रिया को नहीं पता था कि अरजुन का इलाज क्या है।En: Until now, Riya wasn't aware of what Arjun was planning.Hi: वह सोचती थी कि अरजुन परंपराओं में नहीं रुचि रखता।En: She thought he wasn't interested in traditions.Hi: लेकिन कबीर जानता था असली अरजुन को - एक परिपूर्ण योजना निर्माता, जो अपने पाक कला के प्रेम को गुप्त रखता था।En: But Kabir knew the real Arjun - a perfect planner who kept his love for culinary arts a secret.Hi: भीड़ की चिल्ल-पों में कबीर ने उत्साह दिखाया, "यहाँ देखो, अरजुन, ये मसाला सही रहेगा!En: Amid the noise of the crowd, Kabir showed enthusiasm, "Look here, Arjun, this spice will be perfect!"Hi: " अरजुन ने उसकी मदद का फायदा उठाया।En: Arjun took advantage of his help.Hi: उनका लक्ष्य था – एक नायाब मसाला जिससे पकवान में वो खास स्वाद आए।En: Their goal was - a unique spice that would give the dish a special flavor.Hi: बारिश तेज होने लगी।En: The rain began to fall harder.Hi: बोझिल गरमी के साथ, हवा में मिट्टी की खूशबू और मसाले मिलकर एक अनोखा प्रतिबिंब बना रहे थे।En: With the heavy heat, the smell of the soil mixed with spices created a unique reflection in the air.Hi: अरजुन का दिल धड़कने लगा जब उसने असीम अद्वितीय तीखा मसाला पाया।En: Arjun's heart began to race when he found an extremely unique spicy mix.Hi: यही वह खास स्वाद था जो उसे चाहिए था।En: This was the special flavor he needed.Hi: जैसे ही वह मसाला लेकर मुड़ा, उसने रिया को सामने पाया।En: As he turned with the spice, he found Riya standing in front of him.Hi: पल भर के लिए दिल धड़कना रुक गया।En: For a moment, his heart stopped.Hi: रिया ने संकोच में पूछा, "तुम यहाँ?En: Riya hesitated and asked, "You here?"Hi: " लेकिन उसे बाहर के प्रदर्शनों और अरजुन के आँखों के उत्साह ने सब कुछ समझा दिया।En: But the displays outside and the excitement in Arjun's eyes explained everything to her.Hi: रिया की आँखें नम हो गईं।En: Tears welled up in Riya's eyes.Hi: उसकी मुस्कान में अरजुन का छिपा प्रयास दिखाई दे रहा था।En: Arjun's hidden effort was visible in her smile.Hi: "तुम ये सब मेरे लिए कर रहे हो?En: "You're doing all this for me?"Hi: " उसने पूछा।En: she asked.Hi: अरजुन ने मुस्कुराते हुए सिर हिलाया।En: Arjun nodded with a smile.Hi: उनके रिश्ते में वो मिठास लौट आई जो समय के साथ खो गई थी।En: The sweetness that had been lost over time returned to their relationship.Hi: बाज़ार से लौटकर, उन्होंने मिलकर पकवान तैयार किया।En: Returning from the market, they prepared the dish together.Hi: रिया के चेहरे पर खुशी थी और अरजुन की हार्दिकता अब अपने रंग में खुल चुकी थी।En: Riya was happy, and Arjun's heartfelt intentions had now emerged in their colors.Hi: वह मोती वाली डिश बड़ी नर्मोहनीय बनी।En: The pearl-like dish turned out to be very delightful.Hi: दोनों ने मिलकर खाया और रक्षाबंधन का त्योहार हंसी-खुशी में मनाया।En: They both ate together and celebrated the Raksha Bandhan festival with laughter and joy.Hi: अरजुन ने अपने नए रूप से परिचय किया और खुद को अपने संस्कृति में ढाला, जबकि रिया को उसकी गहराई से भरी स्नेह की जानकारी हुई।En: Arjun introduced himself anew and embraced his culture, while Riya understood the depth of his affection.Hi: रिश्तों का ये अनमोल मोड़ उन्हें हमेशा साथ रहना सिखा गया।En: This precious turn in their relationship taught them to stay together always. Vocabulary Words:bustle: चहल-पहलhustle: गहमागहमीaspirations: अरमानोंcommotion: देंगूenthusiasm: जोशpassion: शौकalleys: गलियोंpiled: ढेरfragrance: खुशबूculinary: पाकplanner: योजना निर्माताunique: नायाबreflection: प्रतिबिंबspicy: तीखाhesitated: संकोचworry: चिंताheartfelt: हार्दिकताdelightful: नर्मोहनीयlose: खोembrace: ढालाaffection: स्नेहprecious: अनमोलdepth: गहराईperfume: खुशबूdesire: चाहतdisplay: प्रदर्शनोंwelled: नमreveal: खुलmotif: मोतीlost: खो गई

Adam Quinn Castillo joins the ship for one of the most chaotic episodes yet as we dive into psychedelic surf rock, mysterious blue cyborg juice, System of a Down nostalgia, robot augmentations, horror movies, and one of the worst high fives in Reydar history. Along the way Adam talks about Los Alamos, writing music, favorite albums, friendship, and why pizza might actually solve every problem. Then it all comes down to the game THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Adam:https://www.instagram.com/adamquinncastillo/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Till He Come brings together some of Charles H. Spurgeon's most tender and spiritually searching meditations on the Lord's Supper. Drawn from addresses delivered at the Metropolitan Tabernacle and also in smaller gatherings around the communion table, these messages invite believers to linger and renew their love and devotion for Christ in remembrance of His atoning sacrifice. Spurgeon leads readers into the heart of Christian communion – reflecting on Christ's love, His finished work, and the believers' fellowship with Him “until the day breaks and the shadows flee away.” Whether speaking of resting under the shadow of the Almighty, our Lord's loveliness, or the redemption we have because of His selfless sacrifice, Spurgeon masterfully expounds on the endless depth and breadth of Christ's love and character as displayed through His broken body and poured-out blood. These short sermons are especially suited for personal devotion, preparation for the Lord's Table, or for those entrusted with leading others in communion. Reverent, Christ-centered, and moving, Till He Come stands as one of Spurgeon's most precious devotional works – calling believers to remember their Savior, cherish His presence, and proclaim His death and resurrection until the day He returns for His chosen. About the Author Charles Haddon (C. H.) Spurgeon (1834-1892) was a British Baptist preacher. He started preaching at age 16 and quickly became famous. He is still known as the “Prince of Preachers” and frequently had more than 10,000 people present to hear him preach at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London. His sermons were printed in newspapers, translated into many languages, and published in many books.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Spices, Surprises, and a Memorable Tu B'Av Dinner in Jerusalem Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-08-06-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: השמש זרחה בשמיים, מטילה אור חם על שוק מחנה יהודה בירושלים.En: The sun shone in the sky, casting warm light over the Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem.He: צבעים וריחות התערבבו סביב כשזיוה, איתן, ומרים צעדו בין דוכנים עמוסים.En: Colors and scents mingled around as Ziva, Eitan, and Miriam walked through the bustling stalls.He: זה היה יום קיץ חמים, וזיוה הייתה נרגשת מהמשפט הראשון שלה בערב שבת למשפחתה לרגל ט"ו באב.En: It was a warm summer day, and Ziva was excited about her first Friday night dinner for her family in honor of Tu B'Av.He: זיוה החזיקה בכיס רשימת מצרכים מושלמת.En: Ziva held a perfect shopping list in her pocket.He: היא רצתה שכל דבר יהיה מדויק כדי שהערב יהיה בלתי נשכח.En: She wanted everything to be precise so that the evening would be unforgettable.He: איתן, אחיה הצעיר והמשוחרר יותר, הסתובב בשוק בחיוך שובב, וחתר להשיג עסקאות טובות.En: Eitan, her younger and more free-spirited brother, wandered around the market with a mischievous smile, aiming to snag good deals.He: מרים, חברתה השכנה, העניקה לה עצות טובות בכל צעד.En: Miriam, her neighbor friend, gave her good advice at every step.He: בין הדוכנים מלאי הפירות הטריים והתבלינים, זיוה חשה בלבול קל.En: Amid the fruit-filled and spice-laden stalls, Ziva felt a slight confusion.He: שפע הבחירות בלבל אותה.En: The abundance of choices overwhelmed her.He: "מרים, איך אני יודעת מה הכי חשוב?En: "Miriam, how do I know what's most important?"He: " לחשה זיוה.En: Ziva whispered.He: מרים חייכה אליה בעדינות.En: Miriam smiled gently at her.He: "תזכרי שכל מנה צריכה לספר סיפור.En: "Remember that every dish should tell a story.He: בואי נראה את מה שיכול להפוך את הלילה למיוחד באמת.En: Let's see what can truly make the night special."He: "כשחזו ביופי השוק, איתן חיפש מציאות.En: While taking in the market's beauty, Eitan searched for bargains.He: "זיוה, תראי!En: "Ziva, look!He: פירות נקטרינה האלה מושלמים לט"ו באב.En: These nectarines are perfect for Tu B'Av.He: ולמה שלא נוסיף משהו מיוחד?En: And why don't we add something special?He: אולי אורז עם שקדים?En: Maybe rice with almonds?"He: "זיוה הנהנה, מרגישה תמיכה רבה מהאחים והחברה שלה.En: Ziva nodded, feeling great support from her brother and friend.He: אך לפתע מצאה שהרשימה שלה חסרה את אחד הסעיפים החשובים ביותר - הזעפרן לממרח האורז המיוחד שלה.En: But suddenly she found her list missing one of the most important items—the saffron for her special rice spread.He: ההמולה בשוק גברה, וזיוה החלה להילחץ.En: The market's hustle increased, and Ziva began to stress.He: "איך אוכל להכין את המנה בלי זעפרן?En: "How can I make the dish without saffron?"He: " שאלה בהלם.En: she asked in shock.He: איתן נטל את המושכות.En: Eitan took charge.He: "אין בעיה, זיוה.En: "No problem, Ziva.He: נשתמש בכורכום ונוסיף לימון לשדרוג.En: We'll use turmeric and add lemon for enhancement.He: ניצור משהו חדש!En: We'll create something new!"He: " וכך היה.En: And so it was.He: כשהערב נפל, והשבת נכנסה ברָקות, משפחתה של זיוה התקבצה סביבה.En: As evening fell and the Sabbath gently entered, Ziva's family gathered around her.He: הריחות במטבח היו מצוינים, והאורז הניסיוני של איתן התגלה כהצלחה – המנה האהובה על כולם בערב.En: The kitchen aromas were excellent, and Eitan's experimental rice turned out to be a hit—the favored dish of the evening.He: זיוה חשה סיפוק עצום.En: Ziva felt immense satisfaction.He: היא למדה שהיא יכולה להיות גמישה וספונטנית, וכן לסמוך על עזרתם של האנשים הקרובים לה.En: She learned she could be flexible and spontaneous, as well as rely on the help of those close to her.He: זה היה ערב שבת מקסים, ולכן כולם נפרדו כשחיוך רחב על פניהם.En: It was a lovely Friday night, and everyone parted with wide smiles on their faces.He: זיוה צעדה למיטה שלה בביטחון רב יותר, יודעת שהיא תוכל לארח עוד רבים בערבי שבת מיוחדים כאלה בעתיד.En: Ziva headed to her bed feeling much more confident, knowing she could host many more special Friday evenings in the future.He: השוק הפך למקום שבו לא רק קניות מתקיימות, אלא שבו נקשרים קשרים שנשמרים בלב לנצח.En: The market became a place not just for shopping, but where bonds were forged that would be cherished in the heart forever. Vocabulary Words:shone: זרחהmingled: התערבבוbustling: עמוסיםscents: ריחותladen: נשאוconfusion: בלבולabundance: שפעwhispered: לחשהgentle: בעדינותbargains: מציאותenhancement: שדרוגexperimented: ניסיוניsatisfaction: סיפוקprecise: מדויקunforgettable: בלתי נשכחyoung: הצעירfree-spirited: משוחררmischievous: שובבcherished: נשמריםforged: נקשריםoverwhelmed: בלבלaiming: חתרsupport: תמיכהmissing: חסרהspontaneous: ספונטניתflexible: גמישהgathered: התקבצהimmense: עצוםconfident: ביטחוןhustle: ההמולהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

A Taste of PanforteI still remember the first time I held a slice of panforte in my hands. It was a cold December afternoon in Siena, and the air smelled of woodsmoke and winter. Someone handed me a small, dense wedge dusted with white sugar, and when I bit into it the world seemed to slow down. Honey, toasted almonds, candied orange, cinnamon, and a quiet heat of pepper unfolded all at once. It was not soft like cake. It was firm, almost chewy, and it stayed with me long after the last crumb was gone.I later learned that this strange, beautiful sweet had been born in these same streets more than eight hundred years ago. In 1205 the nuns of the Abbey of Montecelso already received gifts of “panes melati et pepati” — honeyed and peppered breads — from local farmers. Spices were precious then, carried along the Via Francigena from distant lands, and only the wealthy or the monasteries could afford them. Over time the recipe grew richer. Nuts, candied citron, orange peel, cloves, nutmeg, and coriander joined the honey and flour. What began as a way to preserve fruit and celebrate abundance became the proud specialty of Siena.They say the name “panforte,” strong bread, came from its intense, almost medicinal character. In the nineteenth century the poet Ugo Foscolo wrote of receiving panforti as gifts. Later, when Queen Margherita visited Siena for the Palio, the bakers created a milder version dusted with powdered sugar and named it in her honor. That is the panforte most of us know today — still dense with almonds and candied fruit, still fragrant with spice, but gentler than the old panpepato.I have watched it being made. Almonds are toasted until their skins blister. Candied orange and citron are chopped into glistening jewels. Honey and sugar are melted together until they form a dark, fragrant syrup. Flour and a secret blend of spices are stirred in, and the whole mixture is pressed into shallow rounds lined with edible wafer. After a short time in the oven the surface sets, and once cooled it is showered with sugar like fresh snow.Every Christmas in Siena the shops fill with round boxes decorated with medieval scenes. Families still give panforte as gifts. I keep a wedge in my kitchen all winter. When I cut a thin slice and let it rest on my tongue, I taste more than sweetness. I taste the patience of monks, the daring of merchants, the pride of a city that turned expensive spices into something humble and lasting. Panforte does not try to be light or fashionable. It is heavy with history, and that is exactly why I love it.Each bite reminds me that some things are meant to endure — dense, spiced, and quietly magnificent — just like Siena itself.More Podcasts

He was nicknamed "Herbie" at school before he ever knew it would become a global brand. Ian Hemphill grew up in a nursery in Dural in the 1950s, watched his mother write Australia's first published book on herbs, trained as an actor at NIDA, sat with 300 spice merchants in New Delhi and finally felt like he'd "found his tribe" - and then, in 1997, took $45 on the first day of trading from a converted terrace house in Rozelle. Nearly three decades later, Herbies Spices is one of Australia's most trusted names in herbs and spices, built on 120 handcrafted blends, zero outsourcing, an 800-page spice bible, and a philosophy that quality isn't negotiable, even if it means going out of stock. In this episode, Ian talks about asafoetida (once branded "devil's dung"), the ghost of an old spice trader who may or may not have guided a 21-ingredient ras el hanout, why chefs are chronically under-seasoning, and why "spicy" might be the most misunderstood word in the culinary world. What You'll Hear in This Episode A childhood steeped in herbs - Growing up at his parents' nursery in Dural, where his mother Rosemary (yes, actually named Rosemary) wrote Fragrance and Flavour, Australia's first herb book, and won a bronze medallion at the Frankfurt International Cookbook Fair in 1960 From NIDA to the family business - Ian trained as an actor, got into NIDA, and ended up "resting" (translation: unemployed) his way back into the family herb trade Finding his tribe - Representing Singapore at the first international spice group meeting in New Delhi in 1986, and feeling, for the first time, like the "weird spice guy" wasn't so weird after all The $45 first day - How Ian and his wife Liz sold their home, converted a Rozelle terrace into a shop, lived above it, and opened Herbies Spices on 7 July 1997 The ras el hanout with 21 spices - The unplanned, possibly-haunted origin story of one of Herbies' most iconic blends, made to order and on shelves within 24 hours Asafoetida, aka "devil's dung" - What it actually is, why it smells like a warning label, and why it might be doing more for your digestion than you think The most underrated spices in the pantry - Ajwain seed, Australian lemon myrtle, and roasted wattleseed all get their moment Why chefs are too scared of spice - Ian's theory on why professional kitchens routinely under-season, and the chamula scone incident that proves it "Spicy" vs "spiced" - Why one word might be quietly sabotaging how people think about flavour The next generation - Daughter Kate Hemphill, who tests recipes on her own kids in London and is now carrying the Herbies spice-discovery-tour torch under "Herbie's Kitchen" The smell test: "Smell your spices every time you use them, even the ones you're really familiar with, because that way you will develop a smell memory." His parting advice for anyone who actually wants to understand spice. About Ian Hemphill Ian Hemphill is the founder of Herbies Spices and one of Australia's foremost authorities on herbs and spices, with a family legacy in the trade stretching back to the 1950s. Author of Spice Notes (published internationally as The Spice and Herb Bible), Spice Travels, and co-author with daughter Kate Hemphill of How to Add Flavour, Ian has spent over four decades sourcing, blending, and educating on herbs and spices from Morocco to Cambodia to India. He and his wife Liz founded Herbies Spices in Rozelle, Sydney, in 1997, and have since developed more than 120 original spice blends - every one made in-house, never outsourced. Ian led 19 international spice discovery tours over 25 years before handing the reins to Kate, who now runs "Herbie's Kitchen" in the UK. You can find Herbie's Spices online, in specialty stores across Australia, and in the pages of Ian's books - where 800 pages still aren't enough to cover everything he knows. People & Places Mentioned Rosemary Hemphill - Ian's mother; wrote Fragrance and Flavour, Australia's first published herb book (1959) Liz Hemphill - Ian's wife and business partner; co-founded Herbies Spices in 1997 Kate Hemphill - Ian and Liz's daughter; chef, recipe developer, marketing lead, and runs "Herbie's Kitchen" spice tours in the UK Margaret Fulton - Family friend since Ian was 12; the food writer behind the line "food is not a competition" Christine Manfield & Alex Herbert - Dubbed "The Spice Girls" in an early Sydney Morning Herald piece that put Herbies on the map Herbies Spices - Founded in Rozelle, Sydney in 1997; now based on the Central Coast, NSW Resources & Links Spice Notes / Spice and Herb Bible - Ian's 800-page reference, now in its third edition https://www.herbies.com.au/shop/spice-kits-and-books/the-spice-herb-bible-3rd-edition-soft-cover/ How to Add Flavour - Ian and Kate Hemphill's newest book, built for beginners https://www.herbies.com.au/shop/spice-kits-and-books/books/how-to-add-flavor/ Spice Travels - Ian's account of decades spent sourcing spices around the globe https://www.amazon.com.au/Spice-Travels-merchants-voyage-discovery-ebook/dp/B006IGUTZG/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37ILCPELRZWN8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dnbS4vNT0AgI8uSghfl-hDmvAMOc5kn3qmjzuWMjDdAGWzJADbNgcDZAmCe1wCm9or_HjZ5WxsoiVUy2ceg5G5NO9cg0bn6hBuHrS4-toGm0jKaEkcu_coyWvokxV-0-4PeBhHfAKYBWEvbNuyUo9cix3fAGqXlBEXwVPUiPN77d47jq4OVgt44c1jsgpsiRiBHwLpKihYd7AHKAL0mV05HClVnLAUg4Y5vGJl3F37U.HIEs19H4imHdSOat-zWAULkL-bG0b_dEZqz3ltUalWE&dib_tag=se&keywords=spice+travels&qid=1785899199&s=books&sprefix=spice+travels%2Cstripbooks%2C219&sr=1-1 Herbie's Kitchen - Kate Hemphill's UK-based spice discovery tours and cooking classes https://herbieskitchen.com/ Herbies Spices - 120+ handcrafted blends, herbs and spices - find them online and in specialty stores https://www.herbies.com.au/ Keywords Ian Hemphill, Herbies Spices, Australian food podcast, herbs and spices, cooking with spices, spice expert Australia, spice blends, premium spices, chef podcast, food podcast Australia, lemon myrtle, wattleseed, ras el hanout, za'atar, asafoetida, ajwain, seasoning, flavour, Lucy Allon, Australian ingredients, Tawnya Bahr, Straight To The Source. Connect with Ian Hemphill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-hemphill-989a2a101/ Herbie's SpicesOfficial website: https://www.herbies.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HerbiesSpices Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herbiesspices/ YouTube: Herbie's Spices https://www.youtube.com/@HerbiesSpices Kate McIntosh, Ian's daughter and co-author of How to Add Flavor, also shares recipes and flavour education through: https://www.herbies.com.au/herbies-blog/ About Straight To The Source Straight To The Source brings you closer to the chefs, producers, growers and makers across the entire food chain, the people shaping where food is headed and why it matters. Hosted by food experts Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon. Follow, rate and review Straight To The Source to help more people discover the stories shaping Australia's food and hospitality industry. You can find us:• Straight To The Source podcast: https://lnk.to/jBCTBE • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straight_to_the_source/ • Website: http://straighttothesource.com.au@straighttothesourcepodcast: https://www.youtube.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Meckley reflects on the Quaker testimony of simplicity and invites us to consider what it might mean to live with greater intention. What would living more simply look like in your life? What clutter of things, or activities or ways of being could you let go of to create more clarity and focus?

Long time comedian and Winner of 2023 America's worst cooks Jessica Singer, joins us on this week's journey of friendship. THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Jessica:https://www.instagram.com/jessicasinger420Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Spices of Adventure: A Journey Through Mahane Yehuda Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-07-26-07-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: בבוקר יום קיץ חם, מחנה יהודה היה מלא חיים.En: On a hot summer morning, the Mahane Yehuda market was full of life.He: דוכנים צבעוניים עמדו צפופים ומלאים בפרות, ירקות ותבלינים.En: Colorful stalls stood closely packed, filled with fruits, vegetables, and spices.He: ריחם של המאכלים השונים נישא באוויר.En: The aroma of various foods wafted through the air.He: אליאורה ושמעון צעדו יחדיו אל תוך השוק.En: Eliora and Shimon walked together into the market.He: אליאורה נושאת בעדינות רשימת קניות, ושמעון מביט סביבו בעיניים נוצצות וסקרניות.En: Eliora gently held a shopping list, while Shimon looked around with sparkling, curious eyes.He: "אני רוצה את הירקות הכי טריים לארוחה הערב," אמרה אליאורה.En: "I want the freshest vegetables for the meal tonight," Eliora said.He: שמעון חייך, "ואני רוצה לנסות משהו חדש."En: Shimon smiled, "And I want to try something new."He: הם עברו בין דוכנים, בכל דוכן שנכנסו הריחו את התבלינים המשכרים.En: They moved between stalls, inhaling the intoxicating spices in each stall they entered.He: אור הצהריים הזהוב הבהיר את תלי התבלינים והגרעינים שהיו שם.En: The golden midday light illuminated the mounds of spices and seeds there.He: אליאורה בחרה עגבניות עסיסיות, מלפפונים ירוקים ופטרוזיליה רעננה.En: Eliora chose juicy tomatoes, green cucumbers, and fresh parsley.He: שמעון, לעומת זאת, נעצר ליד דוכן תבלינים, שם ניצבו צנצנות מלאות תבלינים צבעוניים ובלתי מוכרים.En: Shimon, on the other hand, paused at a spice stall, where jars filled with colorful and unfamiliar spices stood.He: "תראי!" הוא קרא בהתלהבות.En: "Look!" he exclaimed with excitement.He: "מה דעתך על 'בהרט'? זה יספק משהו חדש ומרגש לארוחה."En: "What do you think about 'baharat'? It will add something new and exciting to the meal."He: אליאורה עצרה לרגע, לבה התלבט בין הדבקות למתכון המסורתי לברק בעיניו של שמעון.En: Eliora paused for a moment, her heart wavering between sticking to the traditional recipe and the sparkle in Shimon's eyes.He: "לא יודעת אם זה יתאים..." היא החלה לומר, אך שמעון התעקש: "בואי ניקח קצת! רק לפעם אחת."En: "I'm not sure if it will fit..." she began to say, but Shimon insisted: "Let's take some! Just for once."He: עמדו שם, נושמים את ריח התבלינים החדש.En: There they stood, breathing in the scent of the new spices.He: ההתלבטות שרקה שם ברגע אחד נוצץ של סמכות משותפת.En: The deliberation hovered there in one shining moment of shared authority.He: אליאורה נשמה עמוק והחליטה: "בסדר, ננסה את זה."En: Eliora took a deep breath and decided, "Alright, let's try it."He: הם קנו מעט מהתבלין המסקרן.En: They bought a little of the intriguing spice.He: בדרך חזרה הביתה, אליאורה החלה להרגיש התרגשות חדשה.En: On the way back home, Eliora started to feel a new excitement.He: בערב, כאשר עמדו במטבח המלא בריחות ובטעמים, היא חייכה לשמעון ואמרה, "אולי באמת עדיף לפעמים לנסות משהו חדש."En: In the evening, when they stood in the kitchen full of scents and flavors, she smiled at Shimon and said, "Maybe it really is better sometimes to try something new."He: התבלין המסתורי הוסיף ניחוח מופלא למנה, והארוחה הייתה מוצלחת במיוחד.En: The mysterious spice added a wonderful aroma to the dish, and the meal was especially successful.He: אליאורה הבינה שאין צורך לפחד מהמוכר, לפעמים חידושים מביאים איתם הפתעות נעימות.En: Eliora realized there's no need to fear the unfamiliar; sometimes innovations bring pleasant surprises.He: וכך, במחנה יהודה, במהומה של צבע וריח, השניים לִמדו שניהם משהו חדש על בישול ועל אמנות החיים.En: And so, at Mahane Yehuda, in the bustle of color and aroma, the two of them learned something new about cooking and the art of life. Vocabulary Words:aroma: ריחsparkling: נוצצותintoxicating: המשכריםilluminated: הבהירmounds: תליparsley: פטרוזיליהpaused: נעצרunfamiliar: בלתי מוכריםexclaimed: קראdeliberation: התלבטותhovered: שרקהintriguing: המסקרןexcitement: התרגשותmysterious: המסתוריdish: מנהsuccessful: מוצלחתinnovations: חידושיםunfamiliar: המוכרpleasant: נעימותbustle: מהומהauthority: סמכותshared: משותפתgentle: בעדינותcurious: סקרניותtry: לנסותmoment: רגעwafted: נישאjuicy: עסיסיותdecided: החליטהmeal: ארוחהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

On the couch today we have comedian, photographer, and artist Marcus Dawson. We talk about how photography unexpectedly became his career, earning recognition for his work, and the moment he stumbled into stand-up comedy. Marcus shares stories about bombing early, finding his confidence through writing, making sketch content, balancing creative careers, and the unexpected lessons he's picked up along the way.THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Marcus:https://www.instagram.com/marcusadawsonSupport the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

In this episode of That's So Hindu, Sheetal Shah talks with Dr. Reetu Rudra about the principles of Ayurveda, a holistic system of health that emphasizes the balance of body and mind through understanding one's dosha. The conversation explores the significance of food, digestion, and the importance of proper food combinations in maintaining health. Dr. Rudra explains the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—and how they influence individual health. The episode also addresses common misconceptions about food, including the role of protein powders and the nutritional value of lentils, providing insights into how Ayurveda can guide dietary choices for better health. They also explore the principles of Ayurveda, focusing on the importance of spices in digestion, the individual nature of dietary needs, and the benefits of fresh foods over frozen options. They discuss the significance of ghee in Ayurvedic practices, the perspective on non-vegetarian food, and the practice of soaking foods for better digestion. The dialogue emphasizes understanding one's body and its unique requirements for optimal health.Learn more: https://zenvedany.com/TakeawaysAyurveda is about living a balanced life.Understanding your dosha is crucial for health.Food quality and combinations matter in Ayurveda.Digestion is the foundation of health.Each person has unique dietary needs based on their dosha.Food that is good for one may not be good for another.Ayurveda emphasizes prevention over treatment.Cold foods can suppress digestive fire.Protein powders can be beneficial if digestible.Lentils can be a wholesome protein source when paired correctly. Spices play a crucial role in making food digestible.It's essential to consider how food is prepared, not just what is eaten.Individual digestive needs vary; there is no one-size-fits-all approach.Fresh foods are preferred over frozen for better health.Ghee is valued in Ayurveda for its health benefits and lubrication properties.Ayurveda recognizes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets based on individual needs.Soaking foods can aid in digestion and reduce the burden on the gut.Preparation methods can enhance the nutritional value of leftovers.Understanding one's body type is key to following Ayurvedic principles.Half-prepping meals can help busy individuals maintain a healthy diet.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ayurveda and Dr. Ritu Rudra02:14 Understanding Ayurveda: A Holistic Approach to Health05:53 The Three Doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Explained09:22 Ayurvedic Perspective on Food and Digestion15:01 Food Combinations: The Ayurvedic Approach20:11 The Impact of Food Combinations on Health23:52 Protein Powders and Ayurvedic Nutrition26:45 Lentils: A Wholesome Source of Protein27:14 The Role of Spices in Digestion32:10 Understanding Individual Digestive Needs35:17 Navigating Fresh vs. Frozen Foods41:21 The Benefits of Ghee in Ayurveda45:20 Ayurveda's Perspective on Non-Vegetarian Food46:59 The Importance of Soaking Foods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of That's So Hindu, Sheetal Shah talks with Dr. Reetu Rudra about the principles of Ayurveda, a holistic system of health that emphasizes the balance of body and mind through understanding one's dosha. The conversation explores the significance of food, digestion, and the importance of proper food combinations in maintaining health. Dr. Rudra explains the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—and how they influence individual health. The episode also addresses common misconceptions about food, including the role of protein powders and the nutritional value of lentils, providing insights into how Ayurveda can guide dietary choices for better health. They also explore the principles of Ayurveda, focusing on the importance of spices in digestion, the individual nature of dietary needs, and the benefits of fresh foods over frozen options. They discuss the significance of ghee in Ayurvedic practices, the perspective on non-vegetarian food, and the practice of soaking foods for better digestion. The dialogue emphasizes understanding one's body and its unique requirements for optimal health.Learn more: https://zenvedany.com/TakeawaysAyurveda is about living a balanced life.Understanding your dosha is crucial for health.Food quality and combinations matter in Ayurveda.Digestion is the foundation of health.Each person has unique dietary needs based on their dosha.Food that is good for one may not be good for another.Ayurveda emphasizes prevention over treatment.Cold foods can suppress digestive fire.Protein powders can be beneficial if digestible.Lentils can be a wholesome protein source when paired correctly. Spices play a crucial role in making food digestible.It's essential to consider how food is prepared, not just what is eaten.Individual digestive needs vary; there is no one-size-fits-all approach.Fresh foods are preferred over frozen for better health.Ghee is valued in Ayurveda for its health benefits and lubrication properties.Ayurveda recognizes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets based on individual needs.Soaking foods can aid in digestion and reduce the burden on the gut.Preparation methods can enhance the nutritional value of leftovers.Understanding one's body type is key to following Ayurvedic principles.Half-prepping meals can help busy individuals maintain a healthy diet.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ayurveda and Dr. Ritu Rudra02:14 Understanding Ayurveda: A Holistic Approach to Health05:53 The Three Doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Explained09:22 Ayurvedic Perspective on Food and Digestion15:01 Food Combinations: The Ayurvedic Approach20:11 The Impact of Food Combinations on Health23:52 Protein Powders and Ayurvedic Nutrition26:45 Lentils: A Wholesome Source of Protein27:14 The Role of Spices in Digestion32:10 Understanding Individual Digestive Needs35:17 Navigating Fresh vs. Frozen Foods41:21 The Benefits of Ghee in Ayurveda45:20 Ayurveda's Perspective on Non-Vegetarian Food46:59 The Importance of Soaking Foods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well guys, it's been a heck of a week - apologies for getting this out somewhat late, my brain is *egg of frying pan sound.* I know you all can understand. Be prepared! I learn some neuroscience and immunology today because it's a ~fully body~ Schauer this week, ayo! I'd like to thank my parents for bestowing me with a last name rife with self-branding related puns. I appreciate you all! Chat next week! Books: A Silent Fire: The Story of Inflammation, Diet & Disease - Shilpa Ravella (Transplant Gastroenterologist) Most Delicious Poison: The Story of Nature's Toxins - from Spices to Vices - Noah Whiteman (Evolutionary Biologist) The Human Brain Book: A Visual Guide to Structure & Function - Rita Carter (Science & Medicine Writer) Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst - Robert M. Sapolsky (Neuroscientist & Primatologist) Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams - Matthew Walker, PhD (Prof. of Neuroscience & Psychology) An Elegant Defense: The Extraordinary New Science of the Immune System - Matt Richtel (Pulitzer Prize Winning Writer for NYT) Organ Speak: What It Really Means to Listen to Our Bodies - Guilia Enders (Physician, Microbiologist, Author) The Mind-Gut Connection: How the Hidden Conversations Within Our Bodies Impact Our Mood, Our Choices, and Our Overall Health - Emeran Mayer, MD (Gastroenterologist & Educator)  Clean: The New Science of Skin and the Beauty of Doing Less - James Hamblin, MD, MPH (Preventative Medicine Specialist) Believe it or not, I got most of my soap information from this book (I also used the ‘Natural saponins' link below) - it's mainly about hygiene and the cosmetic industry ripping everyone off but it did also teach me how to make soap.  Also, most of the sources from this episode are from the books I've read over the years, if there's information you can't find linked below, it has come from a book listed above. I put everyone's occupations to narrow down what book it's likely from.  Online Sources: Good News - Attorney General James Sues Some of Nation's Largest Chemical Companies Over Toxic Pollution from Consumer Products https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2026/attorney-general-james-sues-some-nations-largest-chemical-companies-over-toxic Researchers discover the eye's hidden cleanup system https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-eye-hidden-cleanup.html Macrophages in the artery wall ‘smell' their surroundings https://www.lji.org/news-events/news/post/macrophages-in-the-artery-wall-smell-their-surroundings/ Cells That ‘Taste' Danger Set Off Immune Responses https://www.quantamagazine.org/tuft-cells-that-taste-danger-set-off-immune-responses-20191115/ Natural saponins and macrophage polarization: Mechanistic insights and therapeutic perspectives in disease management https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/pharmacology/articles/10.3389/fphar.2025.1584035/full Inflammation Forces Brain Stem Cells to Halt Neurogenesis https://neurosciencenews.com/inflammation-neurogenesis-31011/ Inhaling high-dose CO2 clears Alzheimer's proteins from the brain https://www.newscientist.com/article/2580471-inhaling-high-dose-co2-clears-alzheimers-proteins-from-the-brain/ Genetic variation across the human olfactory receptor repertoire alters odor perception https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1804106115  Comparative Toxicogenomics Database https://ctdbase.org/ This is just the think to the genetics database I've been using, for all the genes I mention just type them into the search and *voila*  Free Newspaper Archive: UCR | California Digital Newspaper Collection  https://cdnc.ucr.edu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the couch we have Anna Trejo aka Lotta Nonsense, an artist and member of the jesters guild at the Pleasure Fair. She joins us in a discussion about crafting, clowning and character development THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Anna:https://www.instagram.com/meowgic_catSupport the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Welcome back to Moviewallas, your weekly dose of film reviews, movie news, and general banter – in theatres, on streaming, or in the back of an airplane. This week, Joe, Rashmi, and Yazdi take on just one movie, but it is a very big one: Christopher Nolan's sprawling, IMAX-shot adaptation of The Odyssey. Before setting sail, the team celebrates Rashmi's newly published children's book, Your Fluff Is Enough, now available through major booksellers. Learn more about Lenny the sheep, the Happy Wiggly farm, and the book's message of self-acceptance at happywiggly.com. Streaming Picks – “I Can't Find Anything to Watch…” Remarkably Bright Creatures – Netflix Yazdi recommends this warm adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt's novel, starring Sally Field as an aquarium custodian whose story unfolds with a little help from a remarkably observant octopus. India Sweets and Spices – Netflix Rashmi revisits this charming indie dramedy about family, community expectations, hidden histories, and a young woman returning home from college. Warrior – Prime Video Joe reaches back into the early Moviewallas archives for this powerful sports drama starring Tom Hardy, Joel Edgerton, and Nick Nolte. It may look like a conventional fighting movie, but its performances and emotional weight lift it far above the genre clichés. The Odyssey Christopher Nolan takes on one of the oldest and most influential stories ever told, with Matt Damon as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and a huge ensemble that includes Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong'o, Himesh Patel, Samantha Morton, and more. Shot entirely in IMAX, this is Nolan operating at his most ambitious: vast locations, practical filmmaking, mythological creatures, booming sound design, and a story that spans war, guilt, temptation, survival, and the long journey home. The team discusses the film's extraordinary technical achievement, its unconventional structure, Nolan's reinterpretation of the story's women, Matt Damon's take on Odysseus, and whether all that cinematic majesty comes with enough emotional warmth. They also debate whether Nolan's devotion to IMAX and fractured timelines strengthens the story or sometimes gets in its way. Despite a few reservations, everyone agrees that The Odyssey demands to be seen on the biggest screen possible. Like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy spoiler-light movie discussions with strong opinions, mythology tangents, filmmaking analysis, and the occasional debate about whether “Dad” belongs in Ancient Greece. Hosted by: Joe, Rashmi & Yazdi Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @moviewallas www.moviewallas.com Discover Your Fluff Is Enough at: www.happywiggly.com Timestamps 00:00 – Start 00:44 – Back Together and San Diego Heat 02:45 – Your Fluff Is Enough 06:10 – Streaming Picks 06:42 – Remarkably Bright Creatures 09:18 – India Sweets and Spices 10:37 – Warrior 13:07 – The Odyssey #Moviewallas #TheOdyssey #ChristopherNolan #MattDamon #AnneHathaway #TomHolland #RobertPattinson #Zendaya #IMAX #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #GreekMythology #StreamingPicks #YourFluffIsEnough #TooManyMoviesTooLittleTime

our fave bright bubbly gal is back on the mic! mel from AsianBossGirl joins the HP girls for plenty of spicy stories, hot takes, and maximum chaos. 0:00 can mel survive the wheel of misfortune? 5:30 mel's hot takes: this or that style 10:39 mel answers juicy personal questions CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠hello@thehotpursuitpod.com⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the couch, comedian Jay Hunter joins Reydar to talk about his path from the Navy and Army Reserve to engineering, stand-up, acting, and becoming his own increasingly unreliable boss. Jay shares the brutal bomb that changed how he performs, stories from strange commercials and indie productions, the pursuit of that first perfect laugh, and why a hot dog absolutely is not a sandwich. Along the way, the conversation spirals through fart impressions, Tubi movies, weaponized absurdity, Spam, lobster economics, cereal soup, and the sacred briefcase of serious business. THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Jay:https://www.instagram.com/jayhuntercomedySupport the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

On the couch today we have Ed Across the Street, the artist and tattooer behind years of iconic Chatterbox flyer art and some of the most recognizable illustrations to come out of the San Gabriel Valley. We talk about growing up in Covina, discovering tattooing, developing a unique artistic voice, and preparing for a big move to Houston. Along the way we dive into cartoons, sketchbooks, karaoke mishaps, creative process, and the strange little habits that shape artists over time. A fun conversation about art, community, and finding your path one drawing at a time.THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow ED:https://www.instagram.com/edacrossthestreet/https://www.instagram.com/figstreettattoo/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Here we go again! This week we're discussing the new Monsanto pesticide verdict as well as taking a somewhat deep-dive into their history, as well as putting our *expletive* government under the microscope. I am just as sick of this as you are, the horrors seem to just seep out of the corporate and bureaucratic fabric of our lives. Thank you for joining me in this week's communal Schauer, I understand if you need to be alone after this. Let me reiterate my point for all who cover their ears to nuance: I am by no means saying that any of these chemicals are the SOLE cause of any chronic disorder, chronic disease, or medical condition. What I AM saying is that these chemicals, untested and unchecked, are sure as *bleep* not helping literally anyone's health in any substantial way.  Please feel free to run all of this by a licensed medical professional and relative experts for more information or clarification. This was not mentioned in the video but since a lot (NOTE: that “a lot” does not mean “all”) of doctors are complicit in the abuses of the healthcare system, I would also like to suggest these resources. Research all federal investigations against any hospital: https://www.hospitalinspections.org/ Research financial relationships between drug & medical device companies and healthcare providers: https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/ For all the medical professionals out there fighting the good fight, love that, thank you. I, personally, do not *in general* distrust *most* doctors as if I did I wouldn't have read half these books or like my PCP as much - but you must understand, there are some really awful medical providers out there and in order to change a broken system we have to acknowledge that point. Appreciate y'all. Book Resources: Unsavory Truth: How Food Companies Skew the Science of What We Eat - Marion Nestle  The Mind-Gut Connection: How the Hidden Conversation Within Our Bodies Impacts Our Mood, Our Choices, and Our Overall Health - Emeran Mayer, MD The Good Gut: Taking Control of Your Weight, Your Mood, and Your Long-Term Health - Justin Sonnenburg PhD and Erica Sonnenburg, PhD The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles - Terry Wahls, MD Bleed: Destroying Myths and Misogyny in Endometriosis Care - Tracey Lindeman Clean: The New Science of Skin and the Beauty of Doing Less - James Hamblin, MD, MPH The Botany of Desire: A Plant's-Eye View of the World - Michael Pollan Most Delicious Poison: The Story of Nature's Toxins - from Spices to Vices - Noah Whiteman Sweet and Deadly: How Coca-Cola Spreads Disinformation and Makes Us Sick - Murray Carpenter  Unwell Women: Misdiagnosis and Myth in a Man-Made World - Elinor Cleghorn, PhD Sources: Monsanto Company https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/business-and-management/monsanto-company Behind the Company That Changed Agriculture As We Know It https://www.newamerica.org/insights/behind-the-company-that-changed-agriculture-as-we-know-it/ Monsanto Loses Plastic Bottle Fight https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/cen-v055n039.p006 Nutrition Education in US Medical Schools: Latest Update of a National Survey (2010) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4042309/ Dioxins https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/dioxins A historical perspective of immunotoxicology https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.3109/1547691X.2013.837121#abstract What We Know About the Link Between Pesticides and PD https://www.apdaparkinson.org/article/the-relationship-between-pesticides-and-parkinsons/ Plant Incorporated Protectants (PIPs)/ Genetically Modified Plants https://npic.orst.edu/reg/pip.html Impact of Sugar in Concrete https://dyconcretepumps.com/impact-of-sugar-in-concrete/ Resources: Food Politics by Marion Nestle https://www.foodpolitics.com/ Good Jobs First - Violation Tracker https://goodjobsfirst.org/databases/ Several databases available: Violation Tracker, Subsidy Tracker, Tax Break Tracker, Amazon Tracker, Violation Tracker Global, Violation Tracker UK Retraction Watch https://retractionwatch.com/ My Health Forward https://myhealthforward.com/collections/all-heirloom-seeds Source with farm map! EWG Consumer Guides https://www.ewg.org/consumer-guides Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today we hit the deep blue with JP Puthenveetil, comedian, animal enthusiast, and the only person we know willing to spend 24 hours inside a coffin for comedy. We dive into fascinating animal facts, the weirdest corners of nature, what it's like producing wild live shows, and why comedians might make the best filmmakers. Along the way we spiral into conversations about whales, birds, pudding, roast battles, film school, and the strange ideas that somehow become unforgettable stories.THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow JP:https://www.instagram.com/jplikesbirds/https://www.instagram.com/shenaniganscomedy/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Rian sits down with LA comic Adam Chong as they trade stories about his first mics, getting paid $12 for San Diego shows, bombing at a nursing home, art-school detours, funny siblings, discontinued toys, weird smells, and the language people misuse in comedy.Thank you all for Listening! Follow Adam:https://www.instagram.com/theadamchongFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tvSupport the podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARS

This week we're joined by Comedian and fellow veteran of the service industry Molly McLean. We discuss weird drinks, conspiracy theories and play another round of our new Friendship Game! THANKS FOR WATCHINGFollow Molly Mclean:https://www.instagram.com/mollmclea?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Rian is joined by L.A. comedian Rachele Friedman who discusses SpongeBob's problematic behavior, how to spend 1 million dollars, being the deviant of your friends, and whether its better to be a Casper or a Karen. Thanks' for Listening and have a good day! Follow Rachele: https://www.instagram.com/rachelefriedlandRachele's Pod:  https://www.instagram.com/minorleaguetvPatreon Question: What is something you've had to forgive yourself for?Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tvSupport the podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARS

This week on REYDAR, Rian brings on the one person who has been behind the camera, behind the chaos, and behind every weird edit this show has ever had… the producer himself, Joshua Benjamin. There is no script in this one and no structure. It's just two people talking like real friends.They get into apple pie donuts, bowling culture, Friendsgiving, old friendships returning out of nowhere, and the strange reality of growing up and realizing some people stay and some people don't. At one point the conversation turns into whether math even exists in the real world and honestly there is no clear conclusion.THANKS FOR WATCHINGSupport the podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

This week comedian Nick Johnson climbs aboard the submarine we talk standup, sketch videos, weird internet rabbit holes, and the random facts that somehow live rent-free in our heads. The conversation drifts from performing in front of Conan O'Brien and creating content with Mobile Homies to bizarre reality TV, gaming nostalgia, conspiracy-adjacent shower thoughts, fishing disasters, tattoos, cats, and why dolphins might be nature's biggest troublemakers.THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Nick:https://www.instagram.com/thenicholasjohnson/https://www.instagram.com/mobilehomiez/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

We have Allen Strickland Williams on the Blue Couch today! We get into Florida vs. LA living, Conan stories, Adult Swim chaos, cursed children's movies, trolling on Threads, ADHD brain loops, frozen Cheetos, and the psychology of wanting to disappear into the carpet as a child. Then Alan enters the friendship game and somehow walks away with the highest score in REYDAR history. Featuring tiny briefcases, Gilbert Gottfried lore, Daria discourse, and an extremely controversial pie debate.THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Allen:https://www.allenstricklandwilliams.com/https://www.instagram.com/allenstricklandwilliams/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Today we have Mary Spadaro on the Blue Couch and were getting personal, we talk diagnosis, Love languages (what are they) , and which foods are our favorite to make. We get into how comedy is a light at the end of a dark tunnel for some people and we also try to figure out what Cthulhu is.THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Mary :https://www.instagram.com/marysspadaro/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Dani is back on the Blue Couch this time with her sister Sam. We talk about school, working with kids, ADHD and autism, and how all of that's shaped them.  We bounce around a lot, tell random stories, get sidetracked with dumb tangents, and just let it go wherever it goes. Then we  answer some questions, and see if we actually become best friends by the end of episode!THANKS FOR WATCHING!Follow Dani :https://www.instagram.com/myneurotypeSupport the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

This week we are joined by Jasmine Parniani who shares a funny story about her time with the church. During the friendship game we discuss old fads, stage fright, and growing up with social media THANKS FOR WATCHINGFollow Jasmine Parniani :https://www.instagram.com/thedoglord/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

This week on the blue couch we have Will Pepper, a stand up comic who went from Utah open mics to touring and working with creators like Uncle Roger. We get into his start in comedy, bombing vs killing early, college shortcuts, cooking videos with his dad, and some side hustles that didn't exactly pan out. THANKS FOR WATCHINGFollow Will Pepper:https://willpepper.komi.io/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

This week we are joined by comedian, actor, and professional poker player Christine Medrano! We talk about our favorite compliments, what makes a good partner, what makes a good dream house and our least favorite questionsFollow Christine Medrano:https://www.instagram.com/chrissymedsSupport the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

The boys are back on the couch and this time they've got musical menace Skinny Dave aboard, and the whole episode feels like a loose ship drifting from comedy to chaos as they chop it up about stage names, autism bits, cooking like a madman, and some absolutely wild life stories before diving into a friendship “game” that turns into straight-up soul searching; somewhere between Snapple talk and emotional confessions, the vibes stay rowdy, a little reckless, and weirdly heartfelt. THANKS FOR WATCHING.Follow Skinny Dave:https://www.instagram.com/iamskinnydaveSupport the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

The boys are back on the couch and this time with Leon and Gio. The first Reydar episode of 2026 dives into DIY music, Goodwill hustles, and chaotic life stories as the guys talk about starting their band Picnic, weird neighbor encounters, getting sick at the worst times, and the strange snacks people swear by. Along the way, the newly upgraded Reydar friendship game makes its debut as they try to see if strangers can become best friends by the end of the episode.THANKS FOR WATCHINGFollow Leon and Gio:https://www.instagram.com/leonhatesit/https://www.instagram.com/proto_gio/Support the Podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Chad Damiani talks about identifying as a clown rather than a multi hyphenate, devising comedy in real time, teaching performance, and why abandoning material can be part of the art. The two move through icebreakers, useless skills, nostalgia, attention, and the mechanics of connection, slowly pushing the meter toward actual friendship.THANKS FOR WATCHINGFollow Chad Damiani:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiSupport the podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Today on the blue couch, comedian Buster Brown pulls up. What starts as hometown familiarity turns into a free-roaming conversation about snacks, bad reputations, weird hobbies, and the kind of memories you forgot you had until someone says them out loud. Casual, honest, and unexpectedly tight by the end.THANKS FOR WATCHINGFollow Buster Brown:hhttps://www.instagram.com/doodmeisterSupport the podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Rian sits down with comedian Tatiana Cwiklinski for a fast, funny, and chaotic episode full of mispronounced names, school trauma, and accidental philosophy. They bounce from bad PE memories to sewing, knitting, and upcycling, then detour into childhood crushes, superhero capitalism, germ-theory horror, and why some adults still act like they're in first grade. It's warm, weird, and very ReydarTHANKS FOR WATCHINGFollow Tatiana:https://www.instagram.com/tatidogluver27Support the podcast:Patreon - https://patreon.com/reydarpoMerch - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RiansMerch Legacy Teas and Spices:https://legacyteasandspices.comUse code: 10YEARSFollow Us:Podcast pages -https://linktr.ee/reydarpodhttps://www.instagram.com/reydarpodcastRian Reyes - https://linktr.ee/rianreyesJosh the Producer - https://www.instagram.com/imjoshuabenjaminThis Old Ting - https://www.instagram.com/thisoldthing.tv

Greg Jenner is joined by historian Dr David Veevers and comedian and quizzer Paul Sinha to learn all about the global history of spices and the spice trade.Nowadays, we take spices for granted, and our kitchen cabinets are full of ginger and cinnamon, cumin and coriander, pepper and nutmeg. But despite their contemporary status as a staple of diets around the world, the majority of spices are native only to Asia (barring notable exceptions like chilli peppers). In this episode, we tell the story of how spices went global, from the very earliest days of the spice trade within Asia, through the empires of Alexander the Great and Rome as spices made their way into Europe, and into the colonial period, as the Dutch and British East India Companies vied to monopolise this lucrative trade. Along the way, we focus on five of the most commonly traded spices – pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and chilli – asking how their use changed across time, and as they were traded from place to place. From pharaohs possibly being embalmed with cinnamon, to medieval kings demanding rent in peppercorns, and nutmeg as a cure for plague, we look at the varied uses to which people all over the world have put these precious and expensive commodities.This is a radio edit of the original podcast episode. For the full-length version, please look further back in the feed.Hosted by: Greg Jenner Research by: Emma Mitchell and Adam Simcox Written by: Dr Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow, Dr Emma Nagouse, and Greg Jenner Produced by: Dr Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow and Greg Jenner Audio Producer: Steve Hankey Production Coordinator: Gill Huggett Senior Producer: Dr Emma Nagouse Executive Editor: Philip Sellars

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Why did the Visigoths demand three thousand pounds of black pepper as the ransom for Rome — and what does that tell us about a climbing vine in Kerala that reshaped the entire history of the western world? How did a country of one million people on the edge of Europe come to control half the pepper reaching the continent, and build the Jerónimos Monastery to celebrate a voyage driven by spice? And what happens to an empire built entirely on a markup when someone finally figures out how to remove the middleman?Join John and Patrick as they tell the story of Portugal and pepper — Vasco da Gama's ninety-three days at sea, the dismantling of the Venetian spice monopoly, and the Torre de Belém, still standing on the Lisbon waterfront, paid for by a vine in India...----------In Sponsorship with Cornell University: Dyson Cornell SC Johnson College of Business-----------Join the History of Fresh Produce Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes, book discounts and access to an exclusive chatroom community.Support us!Share this episode with your friendsGive a 5-star ratingWrite a review-----------Subscribe to our biweekly newsletter here for extra stories related to recent episodes, book recommendations, a sneak peek of upcoming episodes and more.-----------Instagram, TikTok, Threads:@historyoffreshproduceEmail: historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com

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