Though almost driven to extinction in the 1800s, this massive bovine has made a comeback – thanks in part to the popularity of its rich meat. Anney and Lauren herd together the history and science behind American bison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Avocados: It's Not Easy Being Green
2026/06/08 | 1h 10 mins.
These oily fruits have been trending for millennia. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind avocados. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Savor Tracks the Rise of Dominos
2026/06/03 | 58 mins.
This international quick-service restaurant chain is the largest purveyor of pizza in the world. Anney and Lauren toss together the tech-driven science and history behind Domino's. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Vibrant Hibiscus Tea Episode
2026/05/28 | 36 mins.
Beverages made from parts of the roselle hibiscus have a beautiful color, a tart tang, and a place in the history of other red drinks. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and cultures behind hibiscus teas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Teppanyaki Episode Has Flair
2026/05/19 | 45 mins.
This style of restaurant service is dinner and a show – where cooking dinner is the show. Anney and Lauren flip over the cultures and history behind teppanyaki (often known as ‘hibachi’ in the U.S.). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Savor digs into how people live and how they eat – and why. Hosts Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum interview the culinary creators and consumers of the world, exploring the science, history, and culture of food and drink, all with a key question in mind: Why do we like what we like, and how can we find more of those things?
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