This near-omnipresent citrus has been a rare treat, a reason to develop irrigation technology, a cure for scurvy, and a protection against the black plague. Anney and Lauren unpeel the botany and history behind the lemon.

This near-omnipresent citrus has been a rare treat, a reason to develop irrigation technology, a cure for scurvy, and a protection against the black plague. Anney and Lauren unpeel the botany and history behind the lemon.

Savor digs into how people live and how they eat – and why. Hosts Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum interview the culinary creators and consumers of the world, exploring the science, history, and culture of food and drink, all with a key question in mind: Why do we like what we like, and how can we find more of those things?

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Lemon: Squeeze the Day

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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.

This liquor made with (mostly) blue agave has a complex set of rules and regulations &ndash; and a near-mythical history. In the final episode of the series, Anney and Lauren say &lsquo;salud&rsquo; with the science and stories behind tequila.

Tequila: Just One More Round, Friends

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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.

Though almost driven to extinction in the 1800s, this massive bovine has made a comeback &ndash; thanks in part to the popularity of its rich meat. Anney and Lauren herd together the history and science behind American bison.

American Bison: A New Hope

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These oily fruits have been trending for millennia. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind avocados.

These oily fruits have been trending for millennia. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind avocados.

Avocados: It's Not Easy Being Green

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