This episode of Gastropd explores the “soundtrack” of farming. Co-hosts Cynthia Graber (@cagraber) and Nicola Twilley (@nicollatwilley) help us decode the meaning behind each sound…and teach us how we can …
With discussions of alternate sources of protein in the news, this episode of Gastropod seems incredibly relevant. The team travels to rural Washington State to learn how to raise snails. …
Savor flavor: Gastropod looks at the science and history behind synthetic flavors
What is the difference between natural and artificial flavors? And how do certain products get their taste? Gastropod explores these questions, and more, in an episode entitled Savor Flavor If you’re …
Seed libraries are sprouting up all over the nation
Seed libraries are sprouting up all over. It’s estimated that there are more than 300 currently operating in the United States. How does the model work? A lot like a …
A push to move SNAP recipients into jobs
There’s a push to move food stamp recipients into jobs. Critics say the benefit program, now called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), discourages people from seeking jobs. The Obama …