Arugula: It's Not Rocket Science

Arugula: It's Not Rocket Science

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Tequila: Just One More Round, Friends

This liquor made with (mostly) blue agave has a complex set of rules and regulations – and a near-mythical history. In the final episode of the series, Anney and Lauren say ‘salud’ with the science and stories behind tequila.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

American Bison: A New Hope

Though almost driven to extinction in the 1800s, this massive bovine has made a comeback – thanks in part to the popularity of its rich meat. Anney and Lauren herd together the history and science behind American bison.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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