
Foodie Pharmacology is the science podcast for the food curious! Dr. Quave is co-creator and host of the show. She speaks with leading experts on certain crops, sustainable farming methods, medicinal plants, and explores the pharmacology--or health impact--of our food through weekly episodes! You can also tune in through subscribing to the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Leave comments and ratings on e... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Spring is here, and seasonal pollen along with it! This week on Foodie Pharmacology, Dr. Cassandra Quave speaks with Gary Falcetano, PA-C, AE-C, Senior Manager of Global Medical & Scientific Affairs in Allergy at Thermo Fisher Scientific and a longti... more
What if the key to reducing food waste, strengthening community, and reconnecting with our food systems is already in your kitchen?
In this episode of Foodie Pharmacology, Dr. Cassandra Quave speaks with Dr. Julia Skinner, food writer, fermentation ... more
Flowers may seem delicate, but they have transformed the planet! In this episode of Foodie Pharmacology, Dr. Cassandra Quave speaks with Dr. David George Haskell, author of the new book How Flowers Made Our World, about the revolutionary rise of flow... more
What if the future of antimicrobial discovery lies buried in medieval manuscripts? In this episode of Foodie Pharmacology, Dr. Cassandra Quave speaks with microbiologist Dr. Freya Harrison of the University of Warwick about the emerging field of “Anc... more
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A great blend of academic research and applied science, nuanced with culturally diverse plant and food practices. My go-to podcast for learning something new!
I have been listening to the podcast for a few years now and always enjoy the thoughtful guests and the interesting questions.
It is really nice to have someone who has an academic and cultural interest in the food systems around the world sharing information to make us all better informed.
I am a huge fan of Cassandra Quave’s book “The Plant Hunter,” and was so excited to discover this absolutely fascinating show!
In depth and also to the point, very much enjoy listening and learning from these interesting and informed guests! Food is the first medicine!
From chemistry, medicine and genetics, to the food on our table. Each episode has an expert guest discussing their area of expertise. Both informative and interesting!
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A science-forward show that explores the intersections of food, plants, health, and culture through expert interviews. Episodes commonly feature ethnobotany, nutrition science, microbiology, traditional fermentation, and food as medicine, often weaving hands-on practical takeaways with big-picture context about ecosystems, sustainability, and human health. Notable strengths include a steady stream of guests who blend rigorous research with storytelling—from plant chemistry and medicinal compounds to food history and agroecology—creating accessible, deeply researched conversations for listeners who care about where food comes from and how it affects well-being. A distinctive angle is the consistent focus on practical implications—how listene... more
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Recent guests on Foodie Pharmacology Podcast include:
1. Gary Falcetano
2. Julia Skinner
3. David George Haskell
4. Freya Harrison
5. Dr. Josh Redd
6. Dr. Eric Rath
7. Sue Aikens
8. Charles Piller
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