Black-eyed peas, a traditional New Year’s food in the American South, are an important staple all year long around the world. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren dig into the history of this hardy legume – plus the science of minimizing beans’ musical properties.

The Moka Pot: Grounds for an Episode
33:52

Cottage (Cheese) Core
31:57

Spilling the Beans About Cassoulet
34:05