Baking Through Time

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Indulge in the art, science, and history of baking with Baking Through Time, a podcast that elegantly weaves the rich tapestry of humanity’s love affair with breads, desserts, pizzas, and cakes. From ancient ovens to modern patisseries, each episode invites you on a journey to explore the cultural, artistic, and culinary significance of baking across the globe. Discover the fascinating origins of iconic recipes, the science behind perfect textures, and the traditions that have shaped the way we bake and share food. Whether uncovering the anthropology of ancient grains, the art of crafting delicate pastries, or the global evolution of pizza, we reveal the hidden stories and universal connections behind every bite. Baking Through Time is more than a podcast—it’s an invitation to savor the world’s flavors, histories, and innovations through the lens of baking. Perfect for curious minds, passionate bakers, and food lovers alike, this is your gateway to the elegance and wonder of culinary heritage. Let us take you on a journey where every crumb tells a story. © 2026 Rashid Media Productions. All Rights Reserved.

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  1. 2025. 12. 24.

    🧁 Crimson Crumbs: The History, Culture, and Science of the Red Velvet Cupcake

    🧁 Crimson Crumbs: The History, Culture, and Science of the Red Velvet Cupcake 🎙️ Baking Through Time Hosted by Dr. Susan Rashid What if a single cupcake could carry history, chemistry, love, and survival in one perfect bite? Just in time for the holiday season, when ovens glow warmer, tables grow fuller, and sweetness becomes an offering, Baking Through Time invites you into the velvety, crimson-stained story of one of America’s most iconic desserts—the red velvet cupcake. Born before it was red, shaped by 19th-century baking science, transformed by Great Depression ingenuity, and elevated into a modern symbol of elegance and comfort, red velvet is far more than a flavor. It is a cultural artifact. A ritual. A quiet act of resilience baked into soft crumb and cream cheese silk. In this richly layered episode, Dr. Susan Rashid blends culinary history, food chemistry, neuroscience, and personal reflection to explore why red velvet appears at: 🍰 Holiday tables and winter gatherings 🍰 Weddings, anniversaries, and Valentine’s Day 🍰 Family reunions, church socials, and moments of healing 🍰 Modern bakeries and ancestral kitchens alike This episode explores: ✨ Why “velvet” texture mattered before color ✨ How cocoa, buttermilk, and vinegar create edible alchemy ✨ Why red is the most emotionally powerful color in food ✨ How scent, texture, and sweetness unlock memory and comfort ✨ Why red velvet feels destined for candlelit kitchens and year-end reflection This is not just a baking episode. It is a winter ritual. A holiday offering. A reminder that beauty often rises from hardship—and that the smallest cakes can carry the deepest meaning. 🎧 Listen now, bake along, and bring something unforgettable to your holiday table. 📸 Share your red velvet moments with #BakingThroughTime 🧁 New episodes weekly—where history, healing, and sweetness meet, one crumb at a time. #JustInTimeForTheHolidays #HolidayBaking #HolidayDesserts #WinterBaking #HolidayTable #FestiveFlavors #SeasonOfSweetness #HolidayKitchen #RedVelvet #RedVelvetCupcake #CupcakeLove #DessertHistory #IconicDesserts #ClassicBaking #ComfortDesserts #VelvetCake #BakingThroughTime #FoodAsMemory #CulinaryHistory #FoodAndCulture #EdibleHistory #KitchenStories #FoodIsLove #FoodHeals #PodcastRecommendation #ListenAndBake #SlowMedia #PBSStyle #StoryDrivenPodcast #HolidayListening #CozyListening #EdibleGrace #BakedWithLove #SweetRituals #ComfortAndCare #MemoryOnAPlate #FoodThatFeels

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  2. 2025. 11. 30.

    The Dark Secret of Cocoa: A Journey Through History, Flavor, and Culture

    🍫 Episode Summary — “The Dark Secret of Cocoa: A Journey Through History, Flavor, and Culture” In this unforgettable episode of Baking Through Time, Dr. Susan Rashid takes listeners on a sweeping journey through the world of dark cocoa—one of humanity’s most storied, sacred, and seductive ingredients. From its divine origins in the rainforests of Mesoamerica to its transformation in the salons of Europe, cocoa emerges as a symbol of power, ceremony, exploitation, medicine, and pleasure. You’ll step into ancient Maya and Aztec temples where cocoa was a sacred offering; listen as European aristocrats whisper about an exotic drink that reshaped court culture; and travel to the cocoa fields of West Africa, where resilience and hardship continue to shape the chocolate we love today. Along the way, Dr. Rashid explores: ✨ Cocoa’s divine beginnings — from creation myths to ritual marriages and funerary rites ✨ The medicinal world of chocolate — why physicians once prescribed it to cure melancholy ✨ Culinary evolution — including the ancient cacao drink, flourless Parisian cakes, and modern sea-salt cocoa cookies ✨ The shadowed history of colonialism and labor behind the global chocolate industry ✨ Cocoa as a symbol in art, literature, romance, and modern identity ✨ A signature recipe: the Flourless Dark Cocoa Cake, celebrating cocoa in its purest form Richly researched, lyrically narrated, and emotionally resonant, this episode asks a simple but profound question: What are we truly tasting when we taste cocoa? Prepare to savor a story thousands of years in the making—the bitterness, the beauty, the ritual, and the resilience of an ingredient that changed the world.

    50분

  3. 2025. 05. 17.

    Bittersweet Alchemy: The Story of Dutch Cocoa Brownies

    🎙️ Baking Through Time 🎧 Episode Title: “Bittersweet Alchemy: The Story of Dutch Cocoa Brownies” Episode Description: Some recipes are passed down. Others find us when we need them most. In this heartfelt episode of Baking Through Time, Dr. Susan Rashid shares the story of her most personal recipe—her Dutch cocoa brownies. More than just dessert, these brownies have been a quiet companion through every chapter of her life: from adolescence to medical school, from hospital call rooms to chemotherapy recovery, from joy-filled gatherings to nights marked by grief. Through rich storytelling and deeply felt reflection, Dr. Rashid explores the history of Dutch-process cocoa, the science behind the perfect brownie texture, and the role of food in memory, medicine, and community. Along the way, she invites listeners into the cultural rituals and psychological comfort that a single pan of brownies can hold. Whether you bake often or not at all, this episode is about something deeper: how the simple act of stirring cocoa into butter can become a way of saying—I’m still here. Featuring: – The ancient and modern history of cocoa – The science of fudgy vs. cakey brownies – The role of food in grief, healing, and human connection – Dr. Rashid’s own Dutch cocoa brownie recipe, shared for the first time Tune in, take a breath, and maybe preheat your oven. Because sometimes, the most powerful stories rise in the quiet of a kitchen. Theme Music: History Among Us, Music By: Artists: Trailer Worx, Composers: Trailer Worx, Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357366947 Piano For Spring, Music by Dvir Silverstone from Pixabay Calm Classical Piano Melody, Music by Clavier Clavier from Pixabay Beautiful Piano Music, Music by Sakartvelo from Pixabay #DutchCocoaBrownies #BrownieRecipe #FudgyBrownies #BakeFromScratch #HomeBaking #BakingTherapy #BakingLove #BakingJoy #BakingThroughTime #FoodPodcast #PodcastEpisode #PodcastLife #PodcastCommunity #StorytellingPodcast

    50분

  4. 2025. 04. 13.

    A Sweet Surprise: The Accidental Invention of the Chocolate Chip Cookie

    🎧 Podcast Episode Summary Episode Title: A Sweet Surprise: The Accidental Invention of the Chocolate Chip Cookie Podcast: Baking Through Time Host: Dr. Susan Rashid What if we told you the world’s most beloved cookie—the warm, melty chocolate chip cookie—was never meant to exist? In this heartwarming and deliciously nostalgic episode, Dr. Susan Rashid takes us on a journey back to the 1930s and into the cozy kitchen of Ruth Wakefield, the brilliant mind behind the accidental invention of the chocolate chip cookie at the Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts. You’ll hear the rich biography of Ruth Wakefield, the original Toll House Cookie recipe read aloud with warmth and care, and stories of how this dessert became a wartime symbol of love sent across oceans. Along the way, Dr. Rashid weaves in her own personal reflections as a physician and baker who continues the tradition of baking for family, friends, colleagues, children, the underserved, and the moments that matter most. From Parisian cafés to Dr. Susan Rashid's kitchen in Hollywood, Florida, this is more than a recipe story—it’s a tale of comfort, connection, and culinary legacy. Whether you're baking to remember, to heal, or just for the joy of it, this episode reminds us that even the simplest treats can hold the deepest meaning. Tune in, bake along, and share your story—one cookie at a time. #BakingThroughTime #TollHouseLegacy #ChocolateChipHistory #CookieWithAStory #SweetAccident #BakeWithSusan #KitchenHeirlooms #EdibleMemories #DrSusanRashid #RuthWakefieldRecipe #FromOvenToHeart #CookiesForTheSoul Theme Music: History Among Us, Music By: Artists: Trailer Worx, Composers: Trailer Worx, Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357366947 Theme Music: History Background Documentary Music, Audio source: MusicRevolution, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #788855935 1930s Big Band Swing Jazz, Music by Nicholas Panek from Pixabay Laughter, Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Radio Static, Sound Effect by DRAGON_STUDIO from Pixabay 1940s Big Band Swing Instrumental, Music by Nicholas Panek from Pixabay Kettle, Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sad story, Music by Oleksii Kalyna from Pixabay

    39분

  5. 2025. 02. 19.

    Beneath the Cocoa Tree: Unraveling the History of Chocolate in Baking

    In this captivating episode of Baking Through Time, we embark on an extraordinary journey through the rich and fascinating history of cocoa. From the sacred rituals of the Olmecs and the currency of the Aztecs to the refined indulgences of European aristocrats and the industrial innovations that brought chocolate to the masses, cocoa’s legacy is as deep as its flavor. Join Dr. Susan Rashid as we unravel the intricate connections between history, science, and culinary traditions that shaped cocoa into the essential ingredient we cherish today. Along the way, we’ll explore the role of ancient civilizations, European explorers, and groundbreaking chocolatiers, while also addressing the ethical challenges of modern cocoa production. And as a sweet finale, we’ll offer a sneak peek into future episodes, where we’ll master time-honored cocoa recipes—including Chocolate Chip Cookies, Black Forest Cake, Dutch Cocoa Brownies, and Red Velvet Cake—each with its own unique history and baking secrets. Pour yourself a warm cup of cocoa, settle in, and prepare to savor the past as we uncover cocoa’s timeless journey from sacred elixir to baking’s beloved treasure. 🍫✨ Theme Music: History Among Us, Music By: Artists: Trailer Worx, Composers: Trailer Worx, Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357366947 Ancient history, Music by Oleksii Kalyna from Pixabay Medieval Music - Castle of Dreams 3.0, Music by Tech Oasis from Pixabay Medieval city/tavern ambient, Music by Vlad Bakutov from Pixabay

    19분

  6. 2025. 01. 08.

    Pharaohs and Flatbreads: Ancient Egyptian Baking

    Step back into the golden sands of Ancient Egypt, where the art of breadmaking began its journey through time. In this captivating episode of Baking Through Time, Dr. Susan Rashid delves into the origins of sourdough bread, exploring its profound role in Egyptian culture, religion, and daily life. Discover how the fertile Nile Valley became the cradle of baking innovation, with emmer wheat and barley fields providing the foundation for the Egyptians' diet. From the fragrant markets filled with the tangy scent of sourdough to the sacred rituals where bread served as offerings to the gods, this episode unveils the intertwined stories of sustenance, spirituality, and survival. Dr. Rashid guides listeners through the intricate process of ancient breadmaking—from grinding grains to the natural fermentation that gave sourdough its signature flavor. Learn how Egyptian bakers combined artistry and practicality, incorporating honey, dried fruits, and spices into their loaves, and how their innovations echo in today’s artisanal baking traditions. Finally, step into the shoes of an ancient baker with a modern adaptation of an authentic sourdough recipe, and reconnect with the timeless artistry of breadmaking. As Dr. Rashid eloquently reminds us, baking is not just about food—it’s a celebration of humanity’s shared history and creativity. Join us as we uncover the legacy of the Pharaohs' ovens, where bread became more than sustenance—it became a symbol of life, community, and innovation. This episode is a flavorful journey into the past, inspiring you to bake with the wisdom of the ages. Theme Music: History Among Us, Music By: Artists: Trailer Worx, Composers: Trailer Worx, Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357366947 Travel through Egypt Music by TheManeAttractionMusic from Pixabay Egypt Expedition - a mysterious artefact, Music by Samuel F. Johanns from Pixabay

    25분

  7. 2025. 01. 01.

    Bread of Civilization: Baking in Ancient Mesopotamia

    History Among Us, Music By: Artists: Trailer Worx, Composers: Trailer Worx, Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357366947 Ancient Ambient, Music by Samuel F. Johanns from Pixabay

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Indulge in the art, science, and history of baking with Baking Through Time, a podcast that elegantly weaves the rich tapestry of humanity’s love affair with breads, desserts, pizzas, and cakes. From ancient ovens to modern patisseries, each episode invites you on a journey to explore the cultural, artistic, and culinary significance of baking across the globe. Discover the fascinating origins of iconic recipes, the science behind perfect textures, and the traditions that have shaped the way we bake and share food. Whether uncovering the anthropology of ancient grains, the art of crafting delicate pastries, or the global evolution of pizza, we reveal the hidden stories and universal connections behind every bite. Baking Through Time is more than a podcast—it’s an invitation to savor the world’s flavors, histories, and innovations through the lens of baking. Perfect for curious minds, passionate bakers, and food lovers alike, this is your gateway to the elegance and wonder of culinary heritage. Let us take you on a journey where every crumb tells a story. © 2026 Rashid Media Productions. All Rights Reserved.

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