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Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

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Mac and Cheese
Day Of the Dead
Pan De Muerto
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Piña Colada

Taste buds, Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejon, take a bite out of the most delicious food and its history. Every episode includes - family stories from Eva and Maite, fascinating facts on the yummiest ingredients from their culture, interviews with food enthusiasts, chefs, and historians plus on-location episodes that bring you closer to the hidden history of your favorite foods. Oh, and these's ... more

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In part two, Eva and Maite dig into peanut-related idioms as they follow the legume into the modern age where it became a symbol of innovation, resilience, and identity. They talk peanut farming in the American South, George Washington Carver, and th... more

In part one, Eva and Maite explore the peanut’s journey through Latin America, from its origins in Indigenous food traditions in South America to its spread into Mexico, the Caribbean, and eventually Asia and Africa. The tiny but mighty peanut became... more

Eva and Maite kick off season three by cracking open the tiny but mighty oyster: a once democratic delicacy, ancient symbol, natural water filter, and cornerstone of coastal economies. They dive into food idioms and the oyster’s reputation as an aphr... more

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Recent Guests

Demián Bichir
Actor known for his roles in film and television, including the new show El Dentista
Stars in El Dentista
Episode: The World is Your Oyster!
Roy Choi
Renowned chef and food activist known for his food truck business Kogi BBQ.
Kogi BBQ
Episode: Dos Amigos: "Roy Choi: The Godfather of the Food Truck Revolution"
Zohran Mamdani
New York City mayoral candidate and Democratic socialist
Episode: Introducing: The Moment with Jorge Ramos & Paola Ramos — featuring an exclusive interview with Zohran Mamdani
OJ Trevino
Fifth-generation descendant of Sylvia and John Weber, and secretary of the Webber Family Preservation Project.
Episode: Celebrating Our Stories
Adán Medrano
Chef, food writer, and filmmaker focusing on Texas Mexican culinary history.
Author of 'Don't Count the Tortillas, The Art of Texas Mexican Cooking'
Episode: South Texas and Life on the Rancho
Arturo Castro
Comedian and podcaster known for 'Greatest Escapes'
Greatest Escapes
Episode: Guatemalan Comfort Foods
Antonio Diaz
Emmy Award-winning and James Beard Award-nominated filmmaker, founder of Life & Thyme
Life & Thyme
Episode: The Restaurant Community in the Wake of the LA Wildfires
Maria Esther Hammack
Scholar of black liberation in North America, focusing on black women's roles in Mexico
Episode: Freedom Fighters in Mexico and Texas
Leslie Dutcher Treviño
President of the Webber Family Preservation Project
Webber Family Preservation Project
Episode: Freedom Fighters in Mexico and Texas

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 236 ratings
  • Such fun!

    I love the rapport and conversation between the two hosts. And I love what I learn and how I learn it. This may be my favorite food-based podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyFarmersMarketBasket
    United States7 months ago
  • Loving the Education!

    Thank you ladies for providing education on topics from the history of eggs to the history of enslaved Africans! So refreshing to hear unbiased information these days and you warm my heart and expand my knowledge at the same time. Never stop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandy’s Two Cents
    United States8 months ago
  • Totally Loving this Podcast!

    After listening to my first episode of the Hungry for History podcast I instantly LOVED it. I’m such a nerd when it comes to food history and culture so I’m excited I was able to discover this podcast 😍. Love learning through food.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eunimaru
    United States9 months ago
  • Fabulous

    Everything I’m interested in…learning culture through food through wonderful and intelligent ladies! Thank you! Tortilla episode is my fave

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lyzzardwyzzard
    United States10 months ago
  • Wrong Facts

    I wanted to like this podcast so much. It combines two of my hobbies: history and food; however, there are instances in which the hosts have presented wrong information as factual.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Latina Aburrida
    United Statesa year ago

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Many reviews highlight the informative discussions on food history and its cultural significance.
The personal anecdotes and storytelling approach resonate strongly with audiences, providing a relatable experience.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' chemistry and the educational content that intertwines food and culture.
Some listeners mention a desire for fewer commercial interruptions during episodes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#224
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#159
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#249
Italy/History
Apple Podcasts
#52
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#111
United Arab Emirates/History
Apple Podcasts
#125
Sweden/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The World is Your Oyster!
Q: Are you a fan of oysters?
Yes, Demián Bichir expresses a deep passion for oysters, mentioning that he enjoys them with various accompaniments but always tries them raw first.
Dos Amigos: "Roy Choi: The Godfather of the Food Truck Revolution"
Q: What moment led to the creation of Kogi?
Roy Choi explains that being out of a job pushed him to start Kogi, merging his culinary background with street food culture.
Dos Amigos: "Roy Choi: The Godfather of the Food Truck Revolution"
Q: Why is philanthropy and activism such a big part of who you are?
Roy Choi reflects on his personal struggles and how they shaped his belief in giving back to the community, emphasizing loyalty to promises made.
Introducing: The Moment with Jorge Ramos & Paola Ramos — featuring an exclusive interview with Zohran Mamdani
Q: How did you do so well with Latino voters?
Mamdani engaged with Latino communities and focused on affordability, listening to concerns about living costs.
Introducing: The Moment with Jorge Ramos & Paola Ramos — featuring an exclusive interview with Zohran Mamdani
Q: I want to know a little more about you and your identity.
Mamdani describes his journey from Uganda to New York and emphasizes his immigrant identity.

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The content emphasizes the intersection of food, culture, and history, with themes centered on personal narratives related to culinary traditions and cultural identity. It often features interviews with chefs and food experts, as well as discussions about historical and cultural contexts surrounding popular dishes, ingredients, and cooking methods. The engaging style includes anecdotes from the hosts' lives, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for listeners while exploring a diverse range of topics, from specific cuisines to broader issues like migration and agricultural practices. Unique elements include on-location segments that provide authentic experiences and taste-testing components that invite listener interaction and personal co... more

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1. Demián Bichir
2. Roy Choi
3. Zohran Mamdani
4. OJ Trevino
5. Adán Medrano
6. Arturo Castro
7. Antonio Diaz
8. Maria Esther Hammack

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