Yum But Why?

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Foraging: The Original Grocery Store

September 30, 2026

What if some of the food around you was hiding in plain sight?In this episode of Yum But Why?, Kinara and Aparna explore the world of foraging, from blackberries, dandelions, nettles, cattails, acorns, and even edible flowers to the much bigger questions behind gathering food from the land.They look at how foraging connects to human history, Indigenous stewardship, family traditions, and the way we think about where our food comes from.Then Kinara sits down with Bay Area forager Cindy (@cindy...

Spilling the Tea on Boba: How Bubble Tea Took Over

July 29, 2026

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 South America to Asia, investigate the unexpected story behind the word “boba,” and discover how bubble tea shops became important gathering places for Asian American communities.Along the way, we explore boba trends around the world, explain...

Birthday Food Traditions: Cake, Candles, and Seaweed Soup

June 11, 2026

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 birthday food. They trace birthday cake all the way back to ancient Greece, uncover the surprisingly dramatic story behind the Happy Birthday song, and tour birthday food traditions from Korea, Ghana, Brazil, Australia, the Netherlands, and more.Plus: ...

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Yum But Why? is hosted by Kinara and Aparna. Its publicly listed email is yumbutwhy@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Yum But Why??

The publicly listed email for Yum But Why?: yumbutwhy@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Yum But Why? have?

Podseeker estimates Yum But Why? reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Yum But Why??

Yum But Why? typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Family-friendly food industry guests, especially small to mid-size food brands/creameries, food scientists/educators, or culinary historians who can explain ingredient origins and food science in kid-accessible language. Common among recent guests: Recognized regional or specialty presence (e.g., local creameries/food brands); Published food/culinary knowledge through products or educational outreach (as applicable); Brand credibility via a specialty menu (e.g., traditional Indian flavors). Recent guests include Koolfi Creamery (Bay Area brand).

How hard is it to get booked on Yum But Why??

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Yum But Why? cover?

Recent episodes cover Food, Food Science, History, Science, and Cooking. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.