Best Alexander Toy Podcasts (2024)

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👑 Stephanie Alexander’s Favourite Snack And How She Gets Kids To Love Veggies 🥦 20:23

1h ago20:23

20:23

Oh no big deal, just our idol having a chat about her favourite bread and most-loved recipes in Australia's most iconic cookbook The Cook's Companion. Find out why Stephanie Alexander is such a goddess of the Australian food scene and what she has in store for Kitchen Garden Month. Want more? Follow Stephanie Alexander or the Kitchen Garden Foundat…

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✨Kewpie Mayonnaise: A Magical Kewpie Pop-Up Cafe; How to Make Kewpie Yourself 😻 12:18

1d ago12:18

12:18

Would you try a Kewpie pudding? We make one and the results are… surprising. Plus, some ideas on how to use the last part of the Kewpie in the bottle and what to do if you’re – GOD FORBID – without Kewpie in the house. [0:46] Kewpie Cafe Pop-Up [6:22] DIY Kewpie Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our…

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🐸 Lime: Spiders, Cordial & Frog In A Pond; What Is Brazilian Lemonade?🤔 21:59

6d ago21:59

21:59

Hmmm, are you making guacamole wrong? There’s a crucial step you might be missing. Plus the weird, wild and medically useful tale of the Gimlet cocktail. We round up the best bogan fake-lime flavoured food and drink and make your new fave hot-day drink! [0:49] Bogan fake-lime things [6:26] What is Brazilian Lemonade? [11:41] How to make elite guaca…

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Morgan Jon Fox (The Hobby) 1:08:55

3h ago1:08:55

1:08:55

Host J.D. Reager talks with filmmaker Morgan Jon Fox, whose new film The Hobby is now streaming for free on Amazon Prime. They discuss the Memphis film community, the benefits of living in Chicago, working with Craig Brewer and Jemaine Clement, and the trading card boom that inspired The Hobby. For more episodes, music and other fine podcasts visit…

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🍬Adam Liaw’s Fave Japanese Gummies And Underrated Malaysian Dishes🌶️ 23:59

12d ago23:59

23:59

We bow down! Super smart cook, TV show host and author Adam Liaw shared his baking tips with Ben and schooled Em on why black pepper is so appealing. We spoke about his fave condiments and chip packets and also beer, because Adam has created one in collaboration with James Squire – a pale ale called Chef Blend and it's out today. You should already…

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🍭Lollipop: Can You Guess The Melody Pop Tune? And Candy Deodorant... Lollipops? 🤨 13:00

9d ago13:00

13:00

This episode sucks (nah, it might genuinely be one of our best… if you like unhinged Spicks & Specks and want to know how lollipops have changed massively since you were a kid). Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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🐟 Sardines: Why Are They So Hot Right Now? Plus, Sardine Cigarettes 🤨 25:37

16d ago25:37

25:37

Want to know the best supermarket sardine tins? And how you can smoke them IN THE TIN for your next party trick? There’s also some unhinged concoctions (of course) but they’re actually… delicious?! [1:00] Em’s fave sardines [7:15] Why are sardines so hot (literally) right now? [14:49] Vintage sardine cigarettes [19:01] Oh noooooooo... Ben's sardine…

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🔥 Biscoff: WTF Is It And Why Are We Obsessed? Also, Biscoff Tiramisu 🤤 26:14

23d ago26:14

26:14

Why is Biscoff the most popular thing on the internet? We take a look at this popular spread and make some wildly delicious (and easy) things with it. Em has strong feelings about this spread’s presence in the supermarket and Ben cranks out his fave adorable kitchen appliance again. [0:43] Is Biscoff taking over? [8:18] Going viral [12:53] Biscoffe…

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😻Cream: Is Canned Whipped Cream The Best or Worst? ’70s Style Ripple Cake!🍍 22:53

30d ago22:53

22:53

This time it’s Ben’s turn to veer off course into questionable old school recipe territory… with a war rationing number and a truly irresponsible use of cream and tomato sauce (yes, together). Meanwhile, Em dabbles in whipped cream of all forms and creates a family recipe in the style of a ripple cake. [0:44] Whipped Cream Wars [5:02] The Worst Use…

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Honeycomb: Bertie Beetles Year Round? Did White Choc Crunchie Exist? 29:24

1M ago29:24

29:24

Did you know there's Bertie Beetle PEANUT BUTTER!? If you expected actual honeycomb in this episode, you're gonna be shattered... it's all Violet Crumbles, Crunchies and Bertie Beetles. Ben goes full mad scientist in the kitchen and Em bribes you with a special Bertie Beetle offer. At the end of the episode we have a little note about supporting In…

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🤔Baked Beans: Why Were They On Em’s 9th Birthday Cake? Pimp My Beans!😋 24:51

1M ago24:51

24:51

Overwhelmed by the choice in the baked bean aisle? We tell you the best (and worst) tins to look out for. Em wonders why no one ate her ninth birthday cake while Ben pimps his beans in three different ways (warning: one is cursed). [0.46] Em’s 9th birthday cake [4:45] Pimp my beans [10:48] Best tin of baked beans? [17:33] Baked bean museum Follow u…

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😰Beetroot: Why Your Wee Is Red; Aussie Fish & Chip Shop Burgers🍔 21:11

2M ago21:11

21:11

Did you survive the great beetroot shortage of 2024? Why do we put tinned beetroot on burgers? Can Ben overcome his baking fear to make a lovely little sweet treat? And most importantly… piss: why does beetroot turn it red? [0:32] Aussie burgers [8:41] Beetroot shortage of 2024 [13:01] Beetroot wee [15:30] Chocolate beetroot cake Follow us on Insta…

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🍫White Chocolate: WTF Is Caramilk? Microwave White Chocolate Crumb With Potato Chips😻 26:14

2M ago26:14

26:14

Which underrated biscuit is the ultimate nanna bikkie? Is white chocolate even chocolate? And more importantly, does it even matter? Warning: Ben gets fired up in this episode. Whether you’re pro or anti-Caramilk, there’s more than enough chocolate (ok “chocolate”) to go ‘round. [0:48] Is white chocolate chocolate? And does it matter? [7:36] Ben’s …

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The Subteens Celebrate Burn Your Cardigan with Mark Akin, Jay Hines, John Bonds, Jacob Church, Mike McCarthy and Chris Davis - LIVE from the Memphis Listening Lab 43:27

3M ago43:27

43:27

Host J.D. Reager sits down with The Subteens (Mark Akin, Jay Hines and John Bonds) and special guests Jacob Church, Mike McCarthy and Chris Davis to celebrate the 25th anniversary reissue of the band’s classic album Burn Your Cardigan. They discuss the band’s history, the album’s original creation, the remastering process and more in front of a liv…

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🤔Cinnamon: It’s Lying To You; Cute KMart Hack to Revive Stale Donuts😻 22:35

2M ago22:35

22:35

What if everything you thought you knew about cinnamon was a lie? Did you too wake up one day and everyone was talking about cinnamon scrolls and you had no idea why? Also in this ep, find out how you can revive always-stale supermarket cinnamon donuts with a lil pizazz! [0:59] Cinnamon Scrolls: WTF [7:51] It’s all lies [11:49] Toothbrushing hack […

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😱Tinned Soup: ‘Soup On A Stick’ and Other Truly Cursed Horrors 😨 26:24

2M ago26:24

26:24

Sorry in advance. But this episode is more disgusting than delicious. We bring up (almost literally) some 1950s to 1970s ‘recipes’ featuring tinned soup which should never see the light of day. But on the more positive side, Ben cracks a tinned soup conspiracy wide open! [0:59] Soup On The Rocks [7:36] A Nostalgic Cream of Asparagus Recipe [13:57] …

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🍔Sesame: A Questionable Big Mac Hack; Everything Bagel Seasoning… Dessert?😱 27:27

3M ago27:27

27:27

We get sprinkling with DIY furikake made from Ingredipedia’s favourite fish and also blow our own minds with a dessert hack for the sweet-and-savoury fiends. There’s also a Maccas hack that will leave you questioning everything and also a big tip for a hidden and extremely delicious black-sesame snack that will change your life (no exaggeration). […

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🔥Fire: How to Make S’Mores at the Office; The Smokiest Campfire Jaffles🏕️ 26:59

3M ago26:59

26:59

Toasting marshmallows on company time? It’s possible. Ben unearths some relics from the past to cook ‘Smokeshow’ fire jaffles and rounds up the best fire-based restaurant experiences. Also, we get inspired by Lennox Hastie from Sydney’s Firedoor restaurant and try out one of his recipes. This flammable episode of Ingredipedia is sponsored by Vivid …

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🔥Pitmaster Jess Pryles Knows About Fire (and Tomahawk Steaks)🥩 [Bites] 14:45

4M ago14:45

14:45

Ever freak out at the thought of ruining an expensive piece of meat? Or wondered why anyone would deep fry a smoked leg of ham? Same. We turned to meat expert and live fire cook Jess Pryles, who’s an Australian chef living in Texas, for the answers. Aside from being the oracle on all things meat and fire, Jess is the founder of both Hardcore Carniv…

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Orchid South with Chris Milam - LIVE from the Memphis Listening Lab 46:50

4M ago46:50

46:50

Host J.D. Reager talks to musician Chris Milam about his new release Orchid South in front of a live audience at the Memphis Listening Lab. Chris also performs two songs from the album: "Cut Myself Shaving" and "Song of the Summer." For more episodes, music and other fine podcasts visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠backtothelight.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.…

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🇮🇹Nutella: Do Italians Do It Better? Random Suburbs That Made Nutella Doughnuts Famous🍩 19:35

4M ago19:35

19:35

Is there a difference between Nutella made here and Nutella imported from Italy? Why did we lose our minds about Nutella doughnuts in 2015? Also, the great Nutella riots and Ben gets freaky with savoury biscuit pairings. [0:46] Do Italians do it better? [5:06] Nutella doughnut trend [13:07] Nutella riots [15:54] Nutella Arnott’s Shapes pairings Fol…

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😡Pepper: Should It Be Banished From Tables? Cacio e Pepe Two Ways🍝 23:50

4M ago23:50

23:50

This is the most heated Ingredipedia has ever got. Who knew Em and Ben had such strong opposing pepper opinions? There’s also a deep dive into the world’s oldest soft drink Dr Pepper and a multi-faceted exploration of one of the truly great pasta dishes. [00:37] Should black pepper be outlawed? [05:21] Cacio e pepe, two ways [10:42] WTF is in Dr Pe…

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🍯Crumpets: WTF Is Crumpet Toast? Ben’s Saucy Crumpet Topping🤯 11:34

5M ago11:34

11:34

There's a huge crumpet problem. We’ll guide you in navigating the rough crumpet seas to ensure you have delicious crumpets (or at least innovative and interesting crumpets) for your breakfast and/or mid-morning snack. Also, is crumpet toast worth buying? And WTF is it? [0:42] Crumpet problems and crumpet toast [7:34] Unhinged crumpet topping Follow…

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The Return of Midtown Con with Harry Koniditsiotis (901 Toys, Switchblade Kid) 48:55

4M ago48:55

48:55

Host J.D. Reager talks to musician and entrepreneur Harry Koniditsiotis on location at 901 Toys (Midtown) - while Harry works behind the counter! They discuss Harry's journey in the comic books and toys business, a few of his recent musical projects, and the upcoming Midtown Con at Black Lodge in Memphis on April 27th. They also check out a custome…

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🤩Iain ‘Huey’ Hewitson Is Back (And We Are Starstruck!) – The Interview!😱 [Bites] 16:46

5M ago16:46

16:46

Huey is one of Australia’s most iconic TV chefs (hello, food-themed braces) and he is BACK! We loved watching him on school sick-days, so we lost our minds when we actually got to talk to the great man himself! We chatted about wiping the plate with a tea towel, his fave anchovies and evidently… being in a band!? Follow Huey on TikTok: @huey_on_tik…

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😵Peas: Eating Still Frozen Peas (WTF); Pie Floater Chips & Pea Snacks✨ 23:51

5M ago23:51

23:51

Rant incoming! Em has something to say to those who eat still-frozen peas. Ben turns into a chip maestro creating the perfect pie floater snack and also delves into the depths of his freezer. Also… soooo many pea snacks (all delicious)! [00:52] Frozen peas: an angry rant [06:00] DIY pie floater chips [13:52] Pea chips snack wrap [18:57] Ben's Chris…

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🍿Popcorn: Is It Socially Acceptable To Eat By The Handful? The World’s First Cereal? 🧐 24:28

5M ago24:28

24:28

Ever wondered why we can’t watch a movie without drastically overpriced buttered popcorn? Or what INSANELY GOOD topping you should be sprinkling on top? Grab a handful and shovel it in. [01:07] By the fistful? [06:45] Why do we eat popcorn at the movies? [13:03] Was popcorn the first breakfast cereal? [18:51] Best flavourings Follow us on Instagram…

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🐑Lamb: In Memory of Maccas’ Serious(-ly Bad) Lamb Burger; Cute Sicilian Marzipan Lambs 30:24

5M ago30:24

30:24

This is a meaty one. Em faces her fear of cooking lamb by buying a mysterious piece of meat and doing a little cooking therapy session (content warning for anyone who’s a little bit meat-squeamish) while Ben for some reason puts sandwiches in a food processor. It’s weird, it’s wild, but don’t worry, there’s a genuinely beautiful Italian dessert pil…

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🍩Donuts: Why Hot Jam Donuts Are Elite (And Rare); Donut Hole Lies 🤯 14:50

6M ago14:50

14:50

Melbourne makes the greatest donuts in the world – but how did it all begin and why does nowhere else in the world make them? In the final episode of our DEEP FRIED DEEP DIVE, we also look into some nostalgic donut experiences (looking at you Smorgy’s) and ask some philosophical and holy (ok hole-y) questions about what makes a doughnut a doughnut?…

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Open Doors with Steve Mayer (The Merrycrest Sessions) featuring Seize and Desist and One Strange Bird 49:38

5M ago49:38

49:38

Host J.D. Reager talks with audio engineer and content creator Steve Mayer upstairs at Shangri-La Records. They discuss Steve's journey from Illinois to Memphis, his work as a live engineer, and the inspiration behind his current project The Merrycrest Sessions. Steve also shares Merrycrest Session performances from Memphis artists Seize and Desist…

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🥔Potato Chips: Why Pringles Suck (Except For Breakfast😇); Gobbledok ("Chippies") Interview🤩 34:48

6M ago34:48

34:48

We commit some heinous crimes against Pringles in this episode and we will not apologise! We also speak to Australian royalty: the alien from Smith’s chip ads in the ‘80s and ‘90s (you know, “CHIPPIES!”). Ben and Em also taste some unusually flavoured chips (including a little ‘duck tongue’ number) and make some delicious chips using 1980s technolo…

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🤩Dim Sims: The Iconic Australian Origin Story (Plus, We BBQ Them) 14:49

6M ago14:49

14:49

Dimmies! Truly the highlight of any fish and/or chip experience (also just a highlight of life). We investigate the truly iconic origin story of these mysterious morsels and trial a new method of cooking them. We also investigate which Australian suburb is lobbying to be the home of The Big Dim Sim. This episode is part of Ingredipedia’s Deep Fried…

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🍟Fish & Chips: Trying The Weirdest Order And Is Minimum Chips A Lie?😱 29:52

7M ago29:52

29:52

What is the weirdest thing you’ve ordered from a fish and chip shop? Trust me, what we try in this episode is stranger: straight-up unhinged… and delicious! This is the first episode of our Deep Fried Deep Dive, a weekly series where we explore Australia’s favourite deep-fried foods. We’re starting at the fish and chip shop, and in this episode you…

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🐰Hot Cross Buns: Are Savoury Hot Cross Buns Okay? Flavoured Whittaker’s Chocolate🍫 12:26

7M ago12:26

12:26

Hot Cross Bun season is the most blessed time of the year. In this episode we get a little creative with our hot cross bun fillings – Ben goes down the savoury route and Em doubles down on sweetness with the Whittaker’s Choc Cross Bun chocolate block. Next week we're launching a special miniseries focussing on tales from the deep fryer. Join us for…

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Go Where the Love Is with Mark Edgar Stuart 40:04

6M ago40:04

40:04

Host J.D. Reager talks to musician, songwriter and producer Mark Edgar Stuart on location at Mark's home studio. They discuss Mark's "adult" audience, recent studio projects, pet grief, and more. Mark also performs "Throwing Rocks At Your Window" live at Shangri-La Records. For more episodes, music and other fine podcasts visit ⁠⁠⁠backtothelight.ne…

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🚢Titanic: Can Kids Have Titanic Birthday Cakes?🎂 What They Ate On Board 11:41

7M ago11:41

11:41

Is there a reason the Women’s Weekly Children's Birthday Cake Book didn’t feature a Titanic-themed cake? We ponder the moral dilemma of whether it’s in bad taste to create a cake-version of the sinking steamship if your kid requests one. We also look into what people ate on board the Titanic and speak to a chef who has interpreted some of the Titan…

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💩Plums: Can Prunes Become Cool?Japanese Pickled Plum Mouth Party🤩 27:52

7M ago27:52

27:52

Is there a reason we don’t see prunes on fancy menus? They certainly have a bit of a stench about them. We explore why and whether prunes can become popular and/or cool again. We also explore the god-tier plum variety and share two seriously life-changing ways to eat plums (yes, one is in chip form). Fair warning, there’s also monkeys and fairies i…

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🌈Paddlepops: You’re Not Imagining It, The Recipe Has Changed🤨 12:51

7M ago12:51

12:51

Why do Paddlepops look and taste different when compared to the Paddlepops from our childhood summers? We work out just who is to blame. Plus, we look into why Paddlepop has a monopoly on craft projects and decide ONCE AND FOR ALL if the Paddlepop Lion is hot or not. Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals o…

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🍇Grapes: Is Supermarket Grape Theft Actually Fine? Why Is Maggie Beer Obsessed with Verjuice? 28:37

8M ago28:37

28:37

Have you ever stolen a grape from a supermarket? Same, so we’ll explore why that’s kiiiind of a legal grey area (according to Em and Ben who have no legal training whatsoever). We also learn about how to turn bricks into wine, the hidden X-rated meaning of the grape emoji and why Maggie Beer puts verjuice into literally everything she’s ever cooked…

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🌭Hot Dogs: How To Eat 47 Hot Dogs in 10 Minutes; Disney Princesses as Hot Dogs 28:56

8M ago28:56

28:56

Please enjoy this delicious episode from earlier this year, reheated to perfection while Ben and Em take a mini break from recording. Back with new episodes Jan 22. Do you like surprises? Hot dog-related surprises? Because the 1970s was absolutely brimming with them and this episode both Em and Ben delved into the PROSECUTABLE CRIMES people were co…

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[Re-Heated] 🍦Vanilla: Vienetta World Tour; Does Imitation Vanilla Really Come From A Beaver’s Ass? 32:33

8M ago32:33

32:33

Please enjoy this delicious episode from earlier this year, reheated to perfection while Ben and Em take a mini break from recording. Back with new episodes Jan 22. Your favourite bogan dessert Vienetta takes centre stage in this episode (rightly so, too). There’s a Drumstick vs Cornetto showdown to round out our ice-cream focus. Then we check whet…

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Possum Advocate with Mo Alexander 48:39

7M ago48:39

48:39

Host J.D. Reager talks to stand-up comedian Mo Alexander on location at Shangri-La Records. They discuss Mo's early days in comedy, the Memphis comedy scene, life on tour, the proper care of domesticated possums, and more. For more episodes, music and other fine podcasts visit ⁠⁠backtothelight.net⁠⁠.…

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[Re-Heated] 🍗Chicken: Are Chicken Twisties Superior? Replacing Salt With Chicken Salt 40:19

8M ago40:19

40:19

Please enjoy this delicious episode from earlier this year, reheated to perfection while Ben and Em take a mini break from recording. Back with new episodes Jan 22. Prepare yourselves for bombshells and confessions. We will ensure you never look at chicken salt the same way again (don’t worry, we won’t ruin it) and share some secret opinions regard…

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🦐Prawns: Should You Remove the Poo Chute? Filet-O-Fish’s Hotter Cousin🍔 33:19

9M ago33:19

33:19

Are you a filthy animal if you leave the poo chute in your prawns? Why do we serve prawns in cocktail glasses? And most importantly – where do you stand on the McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish? (Because we want to introduce you to its hotter cousin.) Answers inside! In this episode Ben claims prawn crackers and explores some Big Prawn controversies (yes, mu…

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💍Burger Rings: The Ultimate Engagement Ring? Plus, Burger Rings Fried Chicken🍗 9:45

9M ago9:45

9:45

In this short and snacky Burger Rings episode, Em shares her opinion on engagement rings and whether or not Burger Rings featured in hers while Ben turns his focus to fried chicken to see if Burger Rings are any better when seared onto a bird with hot oil. Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird…

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🥐Almonds: Are Almond Croissants Overrated?🤔 Ben’s Activated Almond Claim 29:15

9M ago29:15

29:15

Do you prefer standard croissants or almond ones? Em boldly argues the latter are overrated. Who really started that ‘activated almonds’ meme? Ben claims it was him and also tries Sustain cereal after it featured heavily in our Nutri-Grain episode. We also make our own scroggin-inspired almond butter and steal green almonds off trees and eat them. …

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🥞Pancake Parlour Part 2: ‘Unreasonable’ Use of Maple Syrup and Food Truck Memories 9:55

9M ago9:55

9:55

After our Pancake Parlour episode, so many listeners shared their own unhinged Pancake Parlour stories. They were simply too good to not share! In our follow-up episode, we hear what constitutes ‘unreasonable’ use of maple syrup, what a wedding with Pancake Parlour catering was actually like and a few more classic sweet and savoury memories. Thank …

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Jughead Forever with John Miller and Jared McStay 37:47

9M ago37:47

37:47

This episode is a special celebration of the life of Jared McStay. First, host J.D. Reager shares some memories with Jared's friend and business partner John Miller, followed by a replay of J.D.'s conversation with Jared from 2021. To close the show, J.D. spins two classic Jared McStay tunes - "Safe Passage" and "Pen." For more episodes, music and …

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🥣Nutri-Grain: Fun-Size Cereal Pack Rankings; WTF is Nuts and Bolts? 12:25

10M ago12:25

12:25

Do you like your Nutri-Grain sweet, savoury or on holidays in a cute fun-size box? All avenues are covered in this carb-loaded episode of Ingredipedia. Em buys a fun-size cereal variety pack and surprises Ben with her favourite choice as a child, while Ben turns your favourite cereal into a savoury snack with a mystery special ingredient straight o…

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🍆Eggplant: How Did It Become A Sex Symbol? McDonald’s Does Eggplant… Incorrectly 🙀 24:03

10M ago24:03

24:03

This episode is a little NSFW (as much as a food podcast can be, anyway). We delve into the wholesome origin story of the eggplant emoji and what led to the phallic meaning it has today. Should you salt your eggplant? (FYI, we’re talking about the vegetable now.) The best way to eat it. (Vegetable.) When you could briefly get it at McDonalds. (Vege…

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