Molly Wizenberg and Matthew Amster-Burton
Spilled Milk
Every week on Spilled Milk, writers/comedians Molly Wizenberg and Matthew Amster-Burton start with a food-related topic, from apples to winter squash, and run with it as far as they can go—and, regrettably, sometimes further.
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Molly Wizenberg and Matthew Amster-Burton
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 483: Chicken Nuggets 01.04.2021 47:21
Get curated with us and discover your nuggets. Today we meet Wolverine and Johnny Scissorhands as we encounter reconstituted chicken product, get into some classic tangents and invent a new game. Transcript Molly's Workshop - Taking Happiness Seriously Nico the baby seal (start at 5:00) Why Won't You Date Me with Nicole Byer @chinatownpretty Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's...
Episode 482: Rice Cakes 25.03.2021 41:29
Today's show is shot from a gun and involves much casual interweaving. As we discuss rice cakes, we wonder if this is a diet thing and is there a top and a bottom? With the help of niblicks, metal depressions and dewlaps we reach a conclusion on how to know if your kid is a serial killer and what is a legit snack. Neither None nor All. Transcript "The Rise and Fall of the Quaker Rice Cake" Cocoa P...
Episode 481: Puffed Products 18.03.2021 46:23
Today we dive deep into the concept of popcorn as we discuss these extruded snack things. We miss sofa naps as we wonder how edible a mesh bag is and how many segments an arthropod has. Always Real and NO substitutions! How Popchips are made Cute Animal Dumpling the Puffer Fish Now but Wow! The Book of Delights by Ross Gay Add to Cart Podcast Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matth...
Episode 480: Knife Skills 11.03.2021 55:40
Today we go to The Trouble and become fire curious as we discuss carrot cubes, chimney sweeps and knife skills. By the shores of Peach Creek and Silver Lake, we get into some mince mocking and wonder if Sexy is actually Back. As we always say: Comfy Knife Comfy Life! FANTI Podcast Knife Skills video Molly's Knives RyuSen Blazen santoku knife German Breakfast Knife Matthew's Knives Masamoto V...
Episode 479: Fish Sauce with Pailin Chongchitnant 04.03.2021 54:03
Welcome to The Adventures of Jim Sandwich and Ocean Scumby! Today we wonder what 79 would mean as we learn that fish sauce is much more than it smells. We welcome special guest Pailin Chongchitnant back to the show and a dark secret is revealed before we debate cuteness levels. Matthew's second-ever published food article Giant River Otter of South America Red Boat Fish Sauce Squid Fish Sauce Me...
Episode 478: Scones 25.02.2021 45:54
Get ready to pull em out and warm em up. We're coming to you straight from Matthew's bed where we learn about difficult doughs, Old Earth and Hotels from Yore and Yonder. Welcome to Spilled Milk: Unscripted. Matthew's Scones Orangette Scones blog post Scottish Scones Oat Scones Whole Wheat Date Scones Cute Animal Purple swamphen Chef/activist Clarence Kwan’s antiracist zine “ Chinese Protest Rec...
Episode 477: Peanuts 18.02.2021 43:34
Today we visit The Boil Belt and cross a fine line to discuss nutmeats, groundnuts and goobers. We use a lot of official sounding words, tell some boring stories and introduce you to Mister Edymology as we learn the correct pronunciation of "legume". Transcript Hank the Cave Peanut These Precious Days By Ann Patchett Cyclist meets family of skunks Hostess Mascots Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Moll...
Episode 476: M&M's 11.02.2021 57:24
Welcome to our longest and most self-helpy episode ever as we display crazy self control and then begin a dance of intimacy. It's Molly vs the Superfluous Apostrophe as we discuss living down the hatch, candy in wartime and when we should eat our own faces. Baby Malaysian Tapir from a Singapore zoo Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight...
Episode 475: Yakisoba 04.02.2021 30:28
Today we hope that the second time is the charm as we welcome Guest Listener Kayoko to chat with us about yakisoba. We discover how this dish is like a sloppy joe, Molly's thimble obsession and that Matthew is a monster. On an unrelated note: we vow to never again record at night. Reddit Just One Cookbook Jeopardy Earth at Night Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Ear...
Episode 474: Holiday Cookies 3 28.01.2021 48:12
Today is Groundhog Day. Again. Our alter egos, Bob and Sue, welcome a very special guest into the studio and discuss squeezing cookies, marriage advice and how much is too much Jim Carrey. After encountering adorable assassins and The Gottman Institute, yet another segment is pitched. Producer Abby is running out of theme songs 2001 Sunset Cookie article Molly and Luisa Weiss make Biberle cookie...
Episode 473: Chawanmushi 21.01.2021 40:34
Today is a whole lot. While discussing Chawanmushi, M and M get into Monster Trucks, invent chunky sprays and float more time travel hypotheticals. Through lingering smells, Big Foot and tea sets we eventually get to (yet another) new segment. Reddit Just One Cookbook Chawanmushi Sourdough Waffles Lazy cat sleeps on busy restaurant floor refusing to move Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's S...
Episode 472: Custard 14.01.2021 51:10
Today we discover Colonel Custard with Pokémon in Russia as we address our phobias and pot de crème encounters. Through groaning spreads and crustards of flessssh, we finally realize the dark, universal dominance of custard. Please, no gifts and no speeches. Reddit Cute "Animal" video Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Produce...
Episode 471: Apple Pie 07.01.2021 48:54
Rated NFJ. Welcome to Apple Pie Lane, which is populated by The Pie Police, The Three Kates and more vampires and beatniks than you'd expect. Today we discuss tarts with tops, The Great Pie War and then things get quite morbid. Do it Forth and Bake Well! Once Bitten Coyle's Bakeshop Mock Apple Pie Finnegan Fox Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport...
Episode 470: Persimmons 31.12.2020 42:16
Today we "draw a man’s mouth awry with much torment" as we emerge from our cave, hand ripened and ready to travel down a nonexistent memory lane. We're thin, snappy and woody as we invite you into our nightmares and learn the dangers of this berry tomato. Mind the owls! Transcript Reddit Molly's Workshop hoshigaki David Lebovitz Persimmon recipes Simply Recipes Persimmon Puddin g Support Spilled M...
Episode 469: Cider 24.12.2020 47:44
Welcome to our Crackling Cold Cider episode where we time travel and stuff stockings before our friendship exorcism. As we mull things over, Matthew goes behind Molly's back and we encounter way too many segments for one show. Reddit Molly's writing workshop Eric Bordelet Cider Pygmy Marmoset Eats a Grape at Taronga Zoo Sydney Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early t...
Episode 468: Oyster Crackers 17.12.2020 36:21
Today we go off the rails with a visit to Middle Earth and our local grocery store. After deciding what constitutes a "fun cracker", we discuss sports cars, Parade Magazine and more animals than Producer Abby is comfortable with. Episode Transcript Spilled Milk Reddit What are Oyster Crackers? Coronet Guinea Pig Common Cracker Ask Marilyn Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Ba...
Episode 467: Holiday Cookies 2: The Sequel 10.12.2020 41:45
It's time to go back to the tin! We learn what's been going on at Matthew's house and introduce too many new segments, including "Alternate History". Listen as we google things, debate crumbly vs chewy and decide that all we want for Christmas is friendship. Episode Transcript Spilled Milk Reddit Original Holiday Cookies episode Cat snoring video Cara-Sel Classic German Baking Support Spilled Milk...
Episode 466: Cinnamon Toast 03.12.2020 46:09
You are cordially invited to our Cinnamon Toast Party! This one has everything: quilts, frisky love letters, The Judy Amster Method and a surprise guest. We spread from edge to edge as we meet hungry ranchers, CandyFiend_69420 and The Ruskman. Love, YVOY Episode Transcript Spilled Milk Reddit Her Recipe Box Pioneer Woman Cinnamon Toast The Kitchn Cinnamon Sugar Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly'...
Episode 465: Silverware 26.11.2020 59:36
Welcome to another food adjacent episode where we dive way too deep into the riveting topic of cutlery. We learn about Molly's Mayflower origins, Matthew's spoon obsession and how June really got her name. Join us in the Georgian Area to hear an exclusive interview, a new segment* and various schisms before we finally get down to forking. *not Producer Abby approved Episode Transcript Spilled Milk...
Episode 464: Napkins 19.11.2020 46:07
Today we are folding and wadding as we discuss these smooth, floral table towels and also germ theory. Take a peek inside our t-shirt drawers as we commit a breach of etiquette with the height of sophistication and try to steer clear of silverware territory. Email your questions: contact@spilledmilkpodcast.com Episode transcript Spilled Milk Reddit How to Make a Triangle Fold Napkin Support Spille...
Episode 463: Tortilla Chips 12.11.2020 37:45
Today we wonder if we already did this as we festoon our respective memory lanes. We wonder how the Tostito became round, how high Matthew can reach and what happens when you eat tainted hot dogs. Things almost get violent with high blocks, slapping taste buds and road blocks but eventually everything becomes clear. Episode transcript Reddit Julie and the Phantoms GREEN CHILE CHICKEN CHILAQUILES T...
Episode 462: Dream Grocery Store 05.11.2020 58:27
Today we invite you into our dreams and welcome your judgement as we admit our deepest fantasies. Molly reveals her evil alter ego while Matthew unveils his secret past as we discover the merits of Big Grab Bags, loss leaders and soup snacks. You've Got to Be Kidding Me! Episode Transcript Becky Selengut's How to Clean a Crab Video Spilled Milk Reddit Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack...
Episode 461: Fresh Pasta 29.10.2020 48:19
Today we discover the real origins of fresh pasta, the difference between Maleficent and Rumpelstiltskin, and Matthew's Kung Fu dreams. After tunneling through pasta nests, Molly Mart and crushed lettuce we finally get around to remaking The Shawshank Redemption. VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! Episode Transcript Spinasse Bears Eating Salmon Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early...
Episode 460: Pepperoni 22.10.2020 42:03
Welcome to Jerky Lanes! Today we dive into nuggets, ingots, sticks and coins to discuss America's Favorite Pizza Topping, Pepperoni. We plan elaborate handoffs, Canadian corporate retreats and eventually diagnose bowler's thumb. Featuring Screwdrivers and Wallbangers with a whole lot of screaming Episode Transcript Thrillist Article Hormel Pepperoni Cups Boar's Head Meatballs with Pepperoni Ed Fre...
Episode 459: Quince 15.10.2020 32:32
Today we are experiencing Flashes of Quince as Molly introduces Matthew to this fragrant fruit. We discuss Rosie Perez, apple rock and spy aspirations as we dig into the Bible and code words to discover The Season of Quince. Episode Transcription Rosy Poached Quince Orangette Quince recipe Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Prod...
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