Laura Gelfand

Eating the Past kicks off a new season introducing new hosts: Evelyn Funda, professor emerita of English at USU and Sarah Berry, USU digital archivist, University Libraries.

This is a rebroadcast from August 2024This week Laura Gelfand explores how and why water has flavor with Dr. Christy Spackman, author of "The Taste of Water: Sensory Perception and the Making of an Industrialized Beverage."

Host Laura Gelfand explores the history of mince pies and the popularity of the Christmas treat in Britain.

This week Laura Gelfand explores the ancient origins of fruitcake, a family favorite treat for the holidays.

Host Laura Gelfand explores the fascinating history of a traditional dessert that people either love or loathe, pumpkin pie.

Xaq Frohlich, author of "From Label to Table: Regulating Food in America in the Information Age" joins Laura Gelfand for a conversation of the history of nutrition labels in the U.S.

Eating the Past continues to explore the fascinating history of plant-based eating and famous vegetarians. Host Laura Gelfand and guest Michelle Davis, author of several vegan cookbooks, explore the world of Mary Shelley, the vegetarian author of Frankenstein, who created a vegetarian creature!

This week Eating the Past continues its exploration of the fascinating history of plant based eating.

Henry Ford was both personally and financially invested in making soy America’s largest crop. Host Laura Gelfand and guest Michelle Davis, author of several vegan cookbooks, talk about Ford's many soy inventions.

This week host Laura Gelfand continues exploring the fascinating history of plant based eating with Michelle Davis, author of five best selling cookbooks.