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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Latest episode
Oct 15, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 572: Philly Cheesesteaks 15.12.2022 39:22
Get ready for some greasy entertainment. We begin with a disclaimer and a chance to experience Memory Lane in real time before chunking out and re-christening ourselves. We discover some silver linings to 2020 before Molly forgets information she should have remembered. Oh Crumbdigger! RockRecipes Rolls Recipe Driving Tour Philadelphia's Passyunk Square Hood Target Granola Laura Bush’s Cowboy...
Episode 571: Smoked Salmon 08.12.2022 33:15
Today we bring the drama right away as Molly accuses Matthew of an unforgivable crime. We attempt to remember our memory as we trawl for redundant desserts and encounter unexpected consequences as we swim against a current of knowledge. Molly's Now but Wow! - Kiese Laymon and Tressie McMillan Cottom on The Ezra Klein Show , November 9, 2021. “Two Acclaimed Writers on the Art of Revising Your L...
Episode 570: Serrano Peppers 01.12.2022 43:32
Today we are current on our vaccines and ready for some fiery (or not) rants. It is peak pico season as we get a visit from Mr. Botany and the Smurfs before begging for crackers. Eventually, we learn a lot, forget our ages and decide we're just here for the lollipops. Rick Bayless Roasted Tomatillo Salsa w/Serranos MATTHEW’S SPICY SAUTEED CORN Matthew's Now but Wow! - “Bad Habit” by Steve Lacy...
Episode 569: Fruit Leather 24.11.2022 40:12
Today we are hungry for fruits and must settle for A Vague Shade of Brown. We wonder if our intelligence as been insulted as we discuss middle school tastes, stretch islands and metric fruit. Then, we rate our Endurance a 10 as we turn up the yellow flavor and look for some papyrus. How to Make Fruit Leather from Simply Recipes The Surprising, Secret Origins of Fruit Roll-Ups By Gabriella Gers...
Episode 568: 7-Eleven Hot Foods 17.11.2022 28:19
Field Trip! Today we partake of a disclaimer sandwich and A Big Bite. We eat a few items that are worse than average and text Toni Negroni before composing a new jingle on the spot. Oatmeal Carmelitas Cara-Sel Caramel Matthew's Now but Wow! - “ Riders Catch a Little Too Much Air on a Detroit Slide ” by Remy Tumin in the NYT Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Jo...
Episode 567: Smoked Foods 10.11.2022 36:13
Today we lick flames and are cured in the smook as we discuss the eating side of smoking. We are visited by Pliny the Elder and abandoned by the whiskey people before Matthew says the least interesting thing ever and faces the consequences. Molly's Now but Wow!: Keep Calm and Cook on with Julia Turshen: Food + Romance: Jasmine Guillory Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Ban...
Episode 566: Cilantro 03.11.2022 34:51
Today we encounter more nature than usual as we go full on cilan. We discuss genetic mutations, ethnobotany and have to explain jokes before meeting up with Mr Numerology AND Mr Etymology. We then attempt to describe the taste of this herb while dodging papyrus texts. In conclusion: more research is needed. Molly's Spring Chopped Salad Matthew's Now but Wow! - The Loophole, Naz Kutub Matthew's...
Episode 565: Gnocchi 27.10.2022 31:56
Today we tackle pronunciation woes, vampires and sex packets to bring you our thoughts on Gnocchi. We go beyond Italy to discuss air hockey and other parlor games before jetting off on our groovy boards. Episode 486: Korean Rice Cakes / Tteok with Michelle Zauner Pasta’s Predecessor: The History of Gnocchi , Molly's Now but Wow! - Juliet Takes a Breath , by Gabby Rivera Listen to our spinoff s...
Episode 564: Dried Fruit Showdown 20.10.2022 45:47
Today we're dressed in barrels and ready to traverse the Fertile Crescent looking for raisin reasons and Western European Spreads. This is the Ultimate Showdown (or is it?) and after chatting aplicots and thermal sources we eventually reach the untimely demise of the show. Episode 205: Date Matthew's Now but Wow! - “ Fast Food in China is a Whole Other World ”, reported by Yoyo Chow for Goldth...
Episode 563: Travel Food 2 with Jon Gabrus 13.10.2022 38:30
Today we're bringing you (drumroll please) The Destination! We've finally arrived and spill the tea with Special Guest Jon Gabrus about how to decide what to eat in a new location and why you can't miss Dumpy's. We discuss the delights of boring cities, what we're too old for and fire dancing before realizing that Matthew needs to get out more. Jon Gabrus Eater The Infatuation 101 Places to Part...
Episode 562: Hot Lettuce 06.10.2022 31:05
The day has come and we are finally tackling the terrifying topic of Hot Lettuce. We name drop way too much as we discuss greens that grow with heads, platonic bed sharing and the danger of raw leaves. Get ready for the magic of the watery crunch. Hetty McKinnon's Stir-Fried Lettuce with Crispy Garlic and Fried Eggs Clarissa Wei’s Hong Kong-Style Romaine Lettuce with Oyster Sauce Cooked Lettuce wi...
Episode 561: Hash Browns/Home Fries 29.09.2022 35:27
We're Grand Slamming today as we discuss this evanescent dish and debate hard vs floppy and the torque required for the phantom sizzle. As we lift and toss we discover the joys of going halfsies and that language is weird Hash browns from Cook’s Illustrated John Thorne’s Serious Pig The Untold Truth Of Home Fries We did do an Avocado Episode: Episode 433: Avocados Molly's Now but Wow! - “Cheetos...
Episode 560: Corn-Based Cereals 22.09.2022 38:56
Rated NFX. This episode is kid-tested, Judy Amster approved. Temper your lust and your grains as we Jockey for Your Love discussing sexy mascots, drainage channels and masturbation malady cures (citation needed). We ask "Will it Flake?" as we warn against winking at your grocers and inflation. Tori Amos "Cornflake Girl" Hidden Jukebox Podcast Funny jungle land moving pictures booklet How corn...
Episode 559: Lightning Round 2022 15.09.2022 50:06
Today we are going wild from the bottom bunk and bringing you the visionary, the revolutionary, the very mood specific Lightning Round 2022 edition! As we're gifted topics from Producer Abby, we demand gravy, morbid toys and sandwiches of love. After surviving jingles, premium delicacies and illegal foods we finally decide that things are fine. They are just fine. Support Spilled Milk Podcast! ...
Episode 558: Shepherd's Pie 08.09.2022 28:49
Today we turn on the Lamb Signal as we celebrate Pie Day and Valentine's Day all at once. With the help of cool moms, Tinder and good vibes we learn about wetter meat components and pizzles before ending with some weird songs we made up. Cook's Illustrated Shepherd's Pie Pie Bird Bakeshop Pie Club Molly's Now but Wow! - Yasmin Williams Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's...
Episode 557: Travel Food 01.09.2022 45:31
Today we attempt to be lovably harmless while amending our bylaws and revisiting an old topic. We meet Hot Meal Matthew and Chompy Greta as we yank on the chili tube and learn the official drink of the mile high club. Episode 91: Airplane Food Matthew's Now but Wow! - Hollie Cook, Happy Hour Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners...
Episode 556: Bistro Night 25.08.2022 42:42
Today we discuss the newest Named Night: Bistro Night! We chat about molding fancy people, sad birthday realizations and unwelcome third hosts as we devour these menus with gusto. We propose that Bistro Night is a state of mind and can be planned or accidental so have at it! Transcript Bistro Night Menus! Yukon Gold Gruyère Galette Whitings Writings The Art of the Tart by Tamasin Day-Lewis Bistr...
Episode 555: Cooking with Wine 18.08.2022 38:20
Today we finally leave the kid's table in the basement, put on our formal wear and discuss the very grown up idea of cooking with wine. We're feeling quite French as we discuss dishes with names, the best way to butter and Moosey. Transcript Hashed Brussels Sprouts with Poppy Seeds and Lemon Beef Bourguignon Ruffage by Abra Berens Molly's Now but Wow! - Do the Work!: An Antiracist Activity Book...
Episode 554: Non-Milano Pepperidge Farm Cookies 11.08.2022 42:57
Today we are large and memorable as we channel chatbots and eat our way through some Distinctive Wide Bags of cookies. Through the roller coaster of hiring and firing we eventually realize the perils of barns before becoming completely spritzed out. Transcript Ultimate Pound Cakes by Phyllis Hoffman DePiano Matthew's Now but Wow! - Cook Korean! by Robin Ha Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's...
Episode 553: Jack Cheese 04.08.2022 28:34
We have a bad feeling about this as we dive into the highly colonial history of Jack Cheese. We attempt to solve The Mystery of the Monterey Process as we enter the summer of jack and witness the contradictions outside our window. Transcript The Tragic Way Monterey Jack Cheese Got Its Name from Food & Wine Molly's Now but Wow! - Pachinko , on Apple TV Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Join o...
Episode 552: Smoothies 28.07.2022 38:05
Listen as we take a dive down memory lane to find the Blenderman and try to avoid death by smoothie. This is a Tale of Blades and Bananas as we encounter industrialists, barons, and soda jerks while attempting brazenly erotic wand techniques. Thanks to all our LILYs out there! Transcript Breakfast, Lunch, Tea: The Many Little Meals of Rose Bakery Please note that we have done a parsley episode M...
Episode 551: Charcuterie Platters 21.07.2022 33:36
Today we celebrate abundance and balance as we traverse paths paved with prosciutto armed with sabers, lasers and chastity. Between moans and groans, Molly discovers a hard truth about Matthew before deciding that we're gonna need a bigger platter. Transcript Molly's Now but Wow! - Essential Labor: Mothering as Social Change , by Angela Garbes Listen to our spinoff show Dire Desires Join our reddi...
Episode 550: Boba 14.07.2022 35:54
This episode is full of gross exaggerations, dizzying arrays and many stupifications as we chat about the eating and drinking experience of boba. We traverse the peeks and hills of the early espresso era as we discuss bathing in boba, open mic dreams and moving up to a size Small. Shaken, not sealed. Transcript The article in the Taipei Times by Edward Jones Matthew's Now but Wow: Now but Wow! -...
Episode 549: Box Graters 07.07.2022 44:37
Today we break the fabric of the multiverse as we attempt true shred with one of these perfectly engineered utensils. We get raspy and up close with shower drains and dirty beds before ending up with chips of cheese. Transcript Molly's Now but Wow! - The Sentence , by Louise Erdrich Cuisipro Support Spilled Milk Podcast! Molly's Substack Matthew's Bands: Early to the Airport and Twilight Diners P...
Episode 548: Cup Noodles 30.06.2022 51:35
Today we conquer a panoply of topics as we taste Cup Noodles: armor, lad culture, corporate jargon, blowing agents and the fearsome Mild Aroma. We discover some nice ways to die and our status as spicy lovers is cemented. Rated NSFJ Transcript Cup Noodle Museum What we tried: Nissin Cup Noodles Chicken Paldo Gomtang Beef & Vegetable Nissin Cup Noodles Curry Nongshim Shin Black Nongshim Neoguri Spi...
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