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 435: Olives 30.04.2020 53:45
We are coming to you from Molly's closet to chat about Greatcoats, War and Peace, and The Pelican Brief. We learn a secret from Molly's past, encounter Olive Santa and debate Bear vs Cyclops. Note: this episode has so much and yet so little about olives. Chicken Marbella Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website...
Episode 434: Moscow Mules 23.04.2020 31:43
Grab your copper mugs and let's toast to Vodka Buck. We encounter tundras, cowboys and outposts to learn the real story behind Cock and Bull while brushing up on our cocktail history. Thanks again Kate! Rachel's Ginger Beer Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Join ou...
Episode 433: Avocados 16.04.2020 43:34
Today we finally reveal our true selves as we discuss creamy aversions, sex robot hotlines and WAY too much botany. Take a guess on how many times we can say "climacteric" in one episode. No, it is more than that. Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Join our reddit H...
Episode 432: Pomona 09.04.2020 32:54
Welcome to our corporate retreat where we battle waves of nostalgia to find out how Matthew met WOTSL. Through library concerts, computer closets and erotic thrillers we end up at The Carnal Quad where M & M get real creepy. Best enjoyed with quesadillas and a milkshake. Our Secret Better Lives Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners...
Episode 431: Yeast 02.04.2020 38:49
Here we are again, leavening the atmosphere and getting real nerdy. Through fiery rants, urine experiments and way too much science we endeavor to empower and demoralize per usual. Flour Water Salt Yeast Yeasted Waffles Parker Roles Naan The Fixed Stars Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen to our spi...
Episode 430: Shrimp Cocktail 26.03.2020 44:51
Today we discuss our future retirement community orgy plan, Fanny Cradock's downfall and The Prawn Cocktail Offensive. Then we decide who gets to be the Cook of the Realm and who gets to be the hen-pecked husband. Rated NFJ. Fanny Cradock Video Bon Appetit's Best Shrimp Cocktail Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's...
Episode 429: Kiwifruit 19.03.2020 24:13
Today we meet Woody Vine and Coach Hayward as we encounter Kiwifruit and learn some botany and biology along the way. We also wonder about gooseberries, edible skin and the harm of dairy desserts. May New Zealand forgive us this episode. Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen to our spinoff show Dire D...
Episode 428: Mackerel 12.03.2020 34:58
Today we are finally having a DTR with Mackerel as we learn about Matthew's country crushes. We learn all about this literary star as we discuss oily steaks, pungency levels and toilet preferences. Roasted Whole Mackerel Saba Misoni Japanese Marinated Mackerel Toto products Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Webs...
Episode 427: Milano Cookies 05.03.2020 27:10
We brave nubbly textures and squatter bags to bring you our thoughts on The European Collection. Be warned that things start to get real macarooney once we learn about cereal robbers and muffin paper magic. Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Join our reddit Hosted b...
Episode 426: Stuffed Foods 27.02.2020 38:38
Listen as we embrace our inner jackanapes and hope you aren't sick and tired of our antics as we discuss all manner of Stuffed Foods. We are stuffing shells, stretching strudel and roasting rats to get the perfect Stuff-Stuff with Heavy. Jumbo Shells stuffed with Ricotta Marcella Hazan's Bolognese Stuffed Cabbage - Troo Style Molly Steven's Stuffed Cabbage Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Sub...
Episode 425: Korean BBQ 20.02.2020 34:34
Today we continue our love affair with fire and wonder why do we pay to cook our own meat? We discuss Marty McFly and manly mass we we learn about time loops and confirm that Producer Abby is, in fact, a real person. Matthew's Bibimbap/Bulgogi Roast Family/Yakiniku Kazoku Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Websit...
Episode 424: Little Debbie 13.02.2020 30:19
Today we aim softer and learn all about Molly's snapping skills as we taste test Little Debbie treats. We debate panning for gold, wonder where space begins and learn that we really don't know anything about religion. Today, We Bake! Book Larder Podcast by Producer Abby Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website...
Episode 423: Miso 06.02.2020 39:19
Today we are introducing mold and the Maillard reaction as we layer umami and Wikipedia facts to discuss Miso. With our vast knowledge of eras and periods we discuss anchovy pressing, chunk styles and as always, stick to the facts. Simmered Mackerel in Miso Sauce Homemade Miso Soup Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abb...
Episode 422: Tonkatsu 30.01.2020 30:09
Welcome to our influenza episode where we debunk myths and deal with a plethora of cabbage as we discuss split level breading techniques, a pounding past and cats eating udon. Pre-order The Fixed Stars Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Join our reddit Hosted by Sim...
Episode 421: Lightning Round LIVE! 23.01.2020 44:24
Listen as we learn about erotic textures, driftwood beds and the human tenderloin during our first Lightning Round episode. We discover the differences between splotchy and pocked, and that the best childhood punishments combine banana and rum. Thank you for all your topic suggestions! Links: Dewa Dorje Abbification Spotify Playlist Best final resting place for a walnut | Orangette Support Spilled...
Episode 420: The Cheese Plate 16.01.2020 50:28
Today we go from mild to strong, with lots of France talk and interruptions. We learn about cutting the cheese, organ grinders and jangle bangles. Eventually, things get ridonkulous as we determine the range of pungency and if this is our worst episode yet. Uhhh, I think the cheese list was destroyed in our recent website overhaul. Let's see... Ossau-Iraty, Mimolette, Vermont Creamery Crottin, and...
Episode 419: Fried Eggs Revisited 09.01.2020 48:57
To celebrate our 10th anniversary, we invite you to listen with us and laugh at us. This episode gets meta as we go down the show's Memory Lane and provide Host Commentary to our very first episode and encounter snowy white bottoms, time loops and lots of lies. This episode is rated NSFJ and NSFMM Links: Your efforts will be rewarded | Orangette Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matth...
Episode 418: Tofu 02.01.2020 45:13
Today we lather up to talk Tofu, but not until we get a through big dose of FOMO. It is a long and meandering road to topic town, but we eventually get there, encountering cotton, silken and stinky varieties to get just the right ambiance. Send us your live show topic suggestions: topics@spilledmilkpodcast.com Links: Every Grain of Rice: Simple Chinese Home Cooking: Fuchsia Dunlop: 9780393089042:...
Episode 417: BBQ Sauce 26.12.2019 31:59
Today we discuss Barbies and Arby's as we discover what the mafia has to do with BBQ sauce and why pork is like an iceberg. Matthew dispenses some dubious fatherly advice on mopping, basting and dipping this signature reserve select artisanal sauce. Links: Spilled Milk Podcast Live - 10th Anniversary, featuring Dewa Dorje Melissa Clark's Fake Baked Beans - The Wednesday Chef Easy Oven-Cooked Pulle...
Episode 416: Alternative Chips 19.12.2019 26:43
Today we wonder where do we even get these ideas and are these even chips? We also lay bare our music choices, discuss the virtues of beans and coconut bras and officially christen WOTSL and SOTSA. Links: Spilled Milk Podcast Live - 10th Anniversary, featuring Dewa Dorje Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website...
Episode 415: Pan Pizza 12.12.2019 30:38
Warning: lots of moaning and crunching ahead but few laughs. Today we get into sexting secrets, board meetings and some wizard trivia as we travel pizza highways. Next stop: Detroit! New York! Sicily! Chicago! Pizza Hut! Links: The Fixed Stars: Molly Wizenberg: 9781419742996: Amazon.com: Books Windy City Pie | Seattle's Best Chicago-Style Pan Deep-Dish Pizza Detroit-Style Pan Pizza Recipe | Seriou...
Episode 414: Farro 05.12.2019 30:14
Today we are getting grooves back, eating, praying and loving all under a Tuscan sun. Listen as we attempt to learn something useful about this Italian heirloom grain while avoiding data mining and attempting to thresh all night long. Links: Bluebird Grain Farms Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen t...
Episode 413: Ground Meat 28.11.2019 44:51
Today we cover too much ground (ha ha) and wonder what love tastes like and how cool our friend's moms were. After confronting tornados, glass shards and homemade spice blends we still don't know why we are doing this episode. Time for a lie in! Links: Fuchsia Dunlop's Sichuanese Chopped Celery with Beef - The Wednesday Chef The Food of Sichuan by Fuchsia Dunlop :: Book Larder Lamb Sausage Patties...
Episode 412: Digestive Biscuits 21.11.2019 31:15
Today our oaten biscuits are sweet, tinny and ready to go. We discuss classic literature, beach sand and British masterpieces as we taste test various biscuits that aid digestion and other things. Links: Homemade Carr's-Style Whole Wheat Crackers Recipe | Serious Eats Nice Cup of Tea and a Sit Down - Wikipedia Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and...
Episode 411: Hazelnuts 14.11.2019 35:09
Today we meet Filbert and Kent Cobnut as we discuss the nut of the hazel. Molly invents diseases and tells us a story as we bet on the winner between shrub vs tree vs bush. Links: The Hazel-nut Child - Wikipedia Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners Producer Abby's Website Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Join our reddit Hos...
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