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The Spicecast

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A podcast where we talk about spices, herbs, cooking, and more! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-s… open.spotify.com/show/1qL5rECbr1tWZ… twitch.tv/thespicecastpodcast

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Ever wonder what people used to fake a stronger beer? On this Spice Oddities episode, we're digging into grains of paradise, the citrusy, black pepper-like spice that got banned in 18th century Britain for doing exactly that. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy #spiceoddities

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Ever wonder what people used before celery took over? On this Spice Oddities episode, we're digging into Alexanders, the ancient herb that fed medieval Europe for centuries before nearly vanishing. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy #spiceoddities

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Ever wonder what's giving your gin and Chartreuse that herbal edge? On this Spice Oddities episode, we're digging into garden angelica, the licorice-scented root you've probably tasted without knowing it. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy #spiceoddities

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

On this Spice Oddities episode, learn about the earthy, nutty, and woody priprioca root, which has its origins in Brazilian folklore. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy #spiceoddities

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

On this episode of What Spice Means To Me, Reuben is joined by Bruno and Melissa of brus.and.mels to discuss their project to learn about every country and territory of the world through food and drink. A fascinating and inspiring conversation! soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Can you tell the difference between a dish cooked with or without bay leaves? On this episode of The Herb Blurb, The Spicecast explores whether bay leaves make a difference in cooking. Also: historical and medicinal uses for this controversial herb. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Do you need a new addition to your spice rack that's somewhere between black pepper and Sichuan pepper? Consider mountain pepper, the subject of this month's Spice Oddities episode! soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

On this edition of Spice Oddities, hear about the long and storied history of juniper berries and why they're essential to the creation of gin and other delicious beverages and foods! soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Why is water pepper also known as arse smart? Can it really cure digestive issues? And how can it be used in Japanese cooking? Find out all this and more on this month's Spice Oddities episode! soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

Happy New Year from The Spicecast! This holiday season, learn about the rhizome that could potentially replace cloves in your recipes, and why it might not be a good guard against the Black Plague. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

Happy Thanksgiving, from our table to yours! Tune into Spice Oddities to learn all about the culinary and medicinal uses for a seasonal delight, turkey berry 🦃 🍒 From Jamaica to Thailand and beyond, this nightshade will grow nearly anywhere. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

Last month: lemon balm. This month: lemon verbena! Learn all about this South American Spice Oddity on this month's episode 🍋 soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

Do you know the original meaning of the name Melissa? Listen to this month's Spice Oddities episode, all about lemon balm, to find out! soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Have you ever seen salad burnet? This striking herb goes well in fatty sauces or in summer beverages. Learn more: soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy PC Stefan.lefnaer - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?...

The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

🚨 Attention, lemon balm enjoyers! 🚨 Have you ever tried Moldavian dragonhead? It's described as similar to lemon balm, but a little minty as well. Sounds delicious in tea or lemonade! Learn more on this month's Spice Oddities episode soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

Will this be our (alphabetically) last episode ever?? Tune in to learn about this month's spice oddity, zedoary! soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicecast

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

This month's Spice Oddity is ajwain! Join Reuben for a brief look into how this plant is used as both a spice and an herb, primarily in South Asia and the Middle East. Also included: some health warnings about ajwain consumption. soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

What does being a spice collector mean to you? In her latest book, The Spice Collector's Cookbook, Vina Patel shares her approach with simple, healthy recipes from a variety of cuisines. Join Dee and Reuben for an engaging conversation with Vina Patel! soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Are you in need of some sage advice? Check out this month's Herb Blurb, where Dee and Reuben discuss culinary and medicinal uses for sage, sage's place in history and pop culture, and more! This common herb has lots of wisdom to offer 🍃 soundcloud.com/thespicecast... #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

Join Dee and Reuben for the first ever co-hosted episode of Spice Oddities! This one is focused on Korean mugwort, which is also known as Japanese mugwort and is useful both in traditional medicine and in cooking. buff.ly/419bvcS #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

What does spice mean to you? On this episode, Reuben speaks with Joshua about his experience with horticulture, with wild plants, and as a home cook. The conversation touches on scent memory, favorite cookbooks, Joshua's soup kitchen, and more! #podcast #spicy

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The Spicecast @thespicecast.bsky.social · 29/12/2024

Vietnamese balm falls somewhere on the spectrum between mint and lemon balm, and is a delicious part of Vietnamese cuisine! Join Reuben for a quick look at this unusual herb and its culinary uses. #podcast #spicy

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