Midnight Snack: Recent Episodes

Jack O’Brien

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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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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Discover the Greek roots of Cincinnati chili and its uniquely spicy and sweet chili. 

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A history of paella and it's cultural bond between the Moors and the Romans. 

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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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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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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! ;~)