
Yum But Why? is the food podcast that makes you go… yum… but wait… why?! Join mom and daughter duo as they munch, crunch, and giggle their way through food mysteries, silly snack debates, and tasty experiments. From figuring out if a tomato is really a fruit to trying new foods, it’s a delicious adventure for curious kids (and hungry grown-ups)!
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 8 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyFoodEducation for KidsArts | |||

Boba isn't just a drink anymore, it's a whole vibe.
In this episode, we explore the surprising history of boba, from its debated origins in 1980s Taiwan to a ten-year court battle over who invented it. We follow the tapioca pearl’s journey from Sou... more
Where did birthday cake actually come from? Why do we blow out candles and make a wish? And why does a Korean birthday start with a bowl of seaweed soup?
In this episode, Kinara and Aparna take a delicious trip through the history and science of bir... more
Why does ice cream make your brain freeze? Who first invented frozen desserts? And how did people enjoy icy treats thousands of years ago — even in the desert?
In this delicious episode of Yum But Why?, Kinara and Aparna dig into the surprisingly gl... more
New Year's Food Traditions Around the World
Ring in the new year with delicious traditions from across the globe! In this episode, we explore why people eat special foods on New Year's Day—from Hoppin' John and collard greens in the American South t... more
Get ready to test your food knowledge! In this fun-filled trivia episode, we challenge each other (and YOU!) with four rounds of food facts, myths, and mysteries.
🥕 Round 1: Fruit & Veggie Mystery - Can you guess the food from the clues?
🍫 Round... more
This fall, we are taking you on a delicious journey through:
🪔 Diwali's Festival of Lights & sweet traditions
🎃 Halloween's 2,000-year journey from turnips to pumpkins
💀 Día de los Muertos beautiful celebration of memory
🌕 China's Mid-Aut... more
Join us as we dive into the amazing world of taste buds! 🍕🍋🍫 From the five fantastic flavors (sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami) to the truth about spicy foods, sour face scrunches, miracle berries, and even why cats can’t taste sweet, this ep... more
Episode 1: Fruit or Vegetable? Let’s Settle the Debate!
In the very first episode of Yum But Why, mom and daughter duo dive into a classic food mystery: what really makes a fruit a fruit and a vegetable a vegetable? From seed secrets to surprising “... more
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This show centers on playful food exploration through a mom-and-daughter duo. Episodes blend kid-friendly curiosity with approachable cooking and food science, covering topics from distinguishing fruits and vegetables, to taste buds, cultural celebrations, and food trivia. The tone is warm, humorous, and educational, inviting families to think about why foods behave the way they do, how meals connect to traditions, and how everyday snacks can become small experiments. A standout aspect is the mix of kid-focused questions with accessible science, plus a lighthearted banter between co-hosts that keeps conversations fun for both children and grown-ups.
Overall, it's a durable resource for families seeking entertaining, informative content abo... more
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