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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Oct 15, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 672: Spindrift 14.11.2024 27:32
Gather round all ye who thirst for fruited bubbly water and put your cans together for this effervescent citrus beverage tasting. As we sample this spray of the ocean with a hint of mint straight from the cooler, Matthew transforms into a prepper with an accent before dunking on Dayton while Molly travels back to 1993. Molly's Now but Wow! - Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler Support Spilled...
Episode 671: Cherry Tomatoes 07.11.2024 29:56
Time passes but our love for Staples and R rated tomatoes will never die. We traverse reverse Memory Lane for some reason as we discuss the explosion of wetness that is the little teeny tiny tomato before Molly recounts a strange encounter and Matthew volunteers for The Secret Skirt Steak Scenario. Seared Skirt Steak with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes and Polenta The laughing scene in Ramen Girl Mat...
Episode 670: Black Licorice 31.10.2024 41:09
Today we're just a couple of harmless eccentrics in our dotage as we provide listeners with another classic chewing episode with strong dirt components. Its true that Molly has come a long way, but she still gets weepy as she tries to shirk her professional duty while Matthew decides to get rich or die trying. Toxic and poisonous flavors open up to us before we share some accidental origin stories...
Episode 669: Espresso Powder 24.10.2024 24:50
Today we're synonymous with the product and we go wild with reconstituting and brewing these dehydrated coffee crystals. Molly tries to off-road Memory Lane before Matthew decides to vibe on spice rubs. We decide "if you got it, use it" as we recount days of April Fool's past. Producer Abby is presenting at the FREE Latinas in Podcasting Virtual Summit. Sign up at her affiliate link HERE! mocha ma...
Episode 668: Carob 17.10.2024 29:39
Today we are foisting more ancient history on you as we return to the Fertile Crescent with fond memories and family ways. Molly explains the rise and fall of carob and its dubious health claims while Mr. Etymology's soul goes on a journey. We hope to avoid a specific smell and deal with our "thwarted desire for what is forbidden" as we learn that sometimes almonds are pecans. Producer Abby is p...
Episode 667: Udon 10.10.2024 44:43
Today Host and Listener Matthew goes deep into the wonderful world of udon while attempting to court the Kennedys and explain the concept of compound to Host Molly. Our hosts discuss many, but not all, variations of this low hydration noodle while avoiding lawsuits and welcoming dipping sauces. Finally, they celebrate an unjustly ignored snack. Producer Abby is presenting at the FREE Latinas in...
Episode 666: Possessed Foods 03.10.2024 46:13
What better way to kick off spooky season than with an episode dedicated to devilry, danger zones and possessions? As we hesitantly traverse our malodorous memory lanes, we encounter key parties, baby loaves and fuzzy green inhabitants before escaping into dream territory. This sounds weird, here you listen. Rated YFJ - Yes for June (citation needed) Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substac...
Episode 665: Pita 26.09.2024 36:29
Please note that we don't know what we don't know as we discuss nation state creation and travel through the Fertile Crescent, Mesopotamia and Babylonia to learn more about this delicious thing with a pocket. No re-gumming allowed! After waxing nostalgic about our missed panini experiences, Matthew assigns himself some homework and Molly misses tornados? Episode 605: Falafel with Yumna Jawad Mel...
Episode 664: Rosé 19.09.2024 40:04
We blush as we discuss sweetie nights of skin contact, straddling the future and the past to learn about Rosé. Matthew's steps into the void and does his part to bring about Judgement Day as he reveals a diabolical secret and a future hope. We're pressed, crushed and fermented as we get snobby about Chardonnay and yearn to be where the people are. Matthew's Now but Wow! - Primer podcast Support...
Episode 663: Breakfast Sandwiches 12.09.2024 45:20
Hopefully second time's the charm because we're loaded with hot takes! This episode is good and plenteous and explosive as our aspirational camp counselors, M and M, discuss horscuits, Cigar Golfers and Affluent Aficionados as they eat these Egg McMahons. To keep this hot and round show coming to your ears week after week, consider becoming a subscriber! We are easy to please whether you are a Li...
Episode 662: Trail Mix 05.09.2024 46:13
Just when you thought it was safe to put on mascara, we take a journey to Mount Fire armed with half a potato, perfectly legible labels and some trail mix. Things veer off course almost immediately as we encounter 2pm situations, eleventh hours and too many bears while hoping to be more than the sum of our parts. And, believe it or not, Producer Abby is still our producer. Yes, for this entire epi...
Episode 661: Pullapart Bread/ Tear-and-shares 29.08.2024 31:22
Today is a new start for us! We taste and talk these warm and soft, savory and sweet plucking cakes as we are visited by Ronald Reagan and Keanu Reeves and Gary. Then, we become aghast at the lack of integrity and wonder what could go wrong as we get stoked for stoats. Note: Though Hungary is mentioned multiple times, at no point do M & M remember that Producer Abby grew up there and may have some...
Episode 660: Toothpicks 22.08.2024 37:08
Today we reminisce about the old days, wonder about Neanderthals and pitch another spin off podcast as we get to pickin. We attempt to save the tooth roots and minimize our toothpick anxiety as we list out alternative uses for these roasted noodle sticks and encounter more raccoon penis bones than expected. Remember! We are Sex Positive. Music Negative. titanium toothpick holder Molly's Now bu...
Episode 659: Big Macs 15.08.2024 42:37
Listeners, we're ready to confess. We just ate our very first Big Macs and are prepared to make a statement. Many statements. An episode full of statements. Along the way we start our new law firm, put on a musical and make dangerous plans before encountering burrito fountains and slippy sauce guns. Finally, we "showcase our engaging and thought-provoking dialogue" by sharing actual practical advi...
Episode 658: Popovers 08.08.2024 40:41
Today we're popping off on Popovers, a "cool concept" with "eggy batter" and "frissons of danger". We're talking hot cups, light rolls and poop overs as we discuss methods and recipes, and decide how best to serve them to Lady Moldy-Marmalade and Lord Stumpy-Muffins. Finally we hiss about taco pockets and Fight Club scenarios before Molly decides not to come. over. Common Good Café’s Perfect P...
Episode 657: Pudding-like Products 01.08.2024 23:08
Huh? Today we're one serving sized and trying out these... puddings? yogurts? desserts? breakfast? Putting on our scientist lab coats, we're confounded by sugar bits and creamy crumbs as we devour these PLPs and declare that these are the tits. 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...
Episode 656: Mascarpone 25.07.2024 29:36
Honestly, this entire episode is a shitshow. But its OUR shitshow you know? M and M attempt to discuss mascarpone like competent adults and almost immediately devolve into chaos. What is this? What is cheese? What is nutty? But really, WHAT IS THIS STUFF? Molly ignores Matthew's wisecracks as they try to separate curds and whey while avoiding hand dipped stress injuries. Butter, relax ok? Matthe...
Episode 655: Burger Buns 18.07.2024 39:33
Today we use fiery rants and invisible sidekicks to tackle these challenges filled with savory fillings. We're enriched and decidedly NOT rustic as we tell snobby buns to "sit down and shut up!" Finally, Molly remembers something important and Matthew recommends silent eating. Beautiful Burger Buns King Arthur Flour Simply Julia cookbook Sabai: 100 Simple Thai Recipes for Any Day of the Week by...
Episode 654: The Nerds Culinary Universe 11.07.2024 35:16
WTF is happening here? you may be thinking. We would also like to know. We're drooling and dry swallowing over the taste of sleep-away camp as we devour all the varieties of anthropomorphic pebbles we could find all while discussing Meryl Streep's filmography. We eat these bump balls with abandon and gusto which is probably why the AI transcript generator declared "Their enthusiasm for the candy w...
Episode 653: Enameled Cast Iron 04.07.2024 40:52
Today we're on assignment from Michele Norris to keep talking cast iron skillets. Molly goes to confession and we're not interested as we talk pots, lies and mustaches. The more we learn about these crucibles and cauldrons the more we realize that we're often loathsome and non-comedogenic. Le Creuset history page spraying enamel video Spilled Milk Bolognese sauce Matthew's Now but Wow! - Tender...
Episode 652: Bran 27.06.2024 35:26
Today Matthew channels his inner NPR persona and we get prissy about cereal. Since we are not skeptical about this format we plant, mill, refine, thresh and tan as we invent new cereals and wonder if our reaction is due to "vacation palate". Wanna be our bran bud?! Aunt Helen's Big Batch of Buttermilk Bran Muffins Nancy Silverton’s bran muffins Now But Wow - Candy is Dandy podcast Support Spille...
Episode 651: Cast Iron Skillet with Michele Norris 20.06.2024 1:05:18
Get behind us soap! Today we are discussing Big Black Skillets but, of course, are not experts so don't @ us. After we discover the worst thing that could possibly happen, we get into some metallurgy before chatting with Special Guest Michele Norris about these kitchen tools and her recent projects. Rust rings, resurrections and hot oil massage all get their air time as we dismantle alien stereoty...
Episode 650: Butterscotch 13.06.2024 25:17
What the hell is butterscotch? What about molasses? And caramel!? Why can't Matthew ever remember? Today we introduce a new, extremely rare segment and go down some deep rabbit holes while we discuss that famous emollient: butterscotch. We look for ha'pennies and learn that some mysteries will remain mysterious. Easy Homemade Butterscotch Sauce Molly's butterscotch recipe Support Spilled Milk Po...
Episode 649: Quiche 06.06.2024 42:31
Travel back to a time when quiches were all the rage, when tomes were written about sauces and the phrase "bucket list" made no sense. Today we're using all the swag, sway and pull at our disposal to bring that distant gloop relative, quiche, back into fashion. To do so, we'll need to solve Molly and The Mysterious Disappearance of Both Pie Plates and confront some bizarre and unpleasant ingredien...
Episode 648: Potato Salad 30.05.2024 27:16
Today we're smooth, chunky, painful and transformative as we blame other countries for this salad and debate horror movie villains. Scared of potato salad, Matthew embarks on a quest in order to avoid it and encounters Secret Miracle Whip, SpongeBob and listicles. potato salad with sherry mustard vinaigrette from Smitten Kitchen Molly's Now but Wow! - The short stories of Jamel Brinkley (try “ B...
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