6 episodes
Midnight Snack Jack O’Brien
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A comedic and sincere approach to the history of food - narrated by a guy who sounds like he’d serve you pierogis at a tailgate.
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Episode 6: Hot Dogs - Why do we call them wieners?
Happy Fourth of July (A bit late.) Take a bite into the history of wieners, as well as a few cooking techniques to make sure the next hot dog you eat is as succulent as ever.
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Episode 5 - Skyline Chili: Get a couch in your kitchen
Discover the Greek roots of Cincinnati chili and its uniquely spicy and sweet chili.
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Episode 4: Paella - Sometimes I just order rice at chipotle
A history of paella and it's cultural bond between the Moors and the Romans.
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Episode 3: Pho History - Pho Get About it!
Learn from Jack as he dives into the cultural melting pot of Chinese, French, and Vietnamese culture and history that influences the pho we know today.
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Chef Boyardee: Was He a Real Guy?
Take a look at the exciting and delicious history of Italian-America Ettore Boiardi. He is the father of canned raviolis and played a pivotal role in providing food and rations through The Great Depression and WWII.
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Lost in the Sauce - A History of Hot Sauce
Take a look into the zesty history of the Aztecs and other early pioneers that shaped the hot sauce that we know and love today. Watch out! This one is spicy! ;~)