How did we get here? This minisode, we're just taking a moment to chat about Ryan and Ally's Fall/Halloween tradition!
It's officially October! And today we have a special guest - Ally's brother Ryan! AKA Ryanator Fortyone! While Julia is taking care of some adult life things, Ryan is going to try out some of the warm and yummy drinks we've explored on the podcast, plus take a quiz to see what kind of Halloween creature he (and Ally) are! You can find Ryan here: https://www.youtube.com/@ryanator41 Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/livgorlewski/halloween-animal-quiz Sources for previous episodes: Pumpkin Spice Latte: https://www.sweetsteep.com/pumpkin-spice-sauce-recipe/ https://www.bustle.com/life/the-history-of-the-pumpkin-spice-latte-how-it-came-to-embody-all-things-fall-10222074 https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2014/starbucks-first-pumpkin-spice-latte/ Apple Cider: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/ancient-origins-apple-cider-180960662/ https://www.seriouseats.com/chris-lehault-5118607 https://www.britannica.com/story/was-johnny-appleseed-a-real-person http://www.nationalapplemuseum.com/appleciderandmore.html https://www.triviagenius.com/brief-history-of-american-apple-cider/X1uyim15UQAH9iQi https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/59048/11-ways-hard-cider-shaped-american-history Chai: https://www.thespruceeats.com/the-history-of-masala-chai-tea-765836 https://www.teatulia.com/tea-varieties/what-is-chai.htm http://www.holycowchaitent.com/chai-history.php https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-garam-masala-homemade-garam-masala-spice-blend-recipe-and-how-to-cook-with-garam-masala https://www.thebetterindia.com/78265/chai-tea-history-india/ https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-chai-tea#1 https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chai-tea https://www.starbucks.com/menu/product/2122273/hot https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/demerara-sugar https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/turbinado-sugar https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/jaggery#TOC_TITLE_HDR_1 https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/religion/the-splainer-what-makes-the-cow-sacred-to-hindus/2015/11/05/acdde3e2-840c-11e5-8bd2-680fff868306_story.html https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/healthy-okra-recipes#Bhindi-Dopiyaza- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3459456/ https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/ayurveda#:~:text=Ayurveda%2C%20a%20natural%20system%20of,translates%20to%20knowledge%20of%20life. https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-is-ctc-tea-765674 https://www.britannica.com/biography/William-Ewart-Gladstone https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanjeevani_(plant) https://www.thespicehouse.com/blogs/news/what-is-mace https://www.pepper-spray-store.com/pages/mace-vs-pepperspray#:~:text=%E2%80%9CMace%E2%80%9D%20is%20also%20a%20common,gas%20of%20OC%20pepper%20spray.&text=Tear%20gas%20operates%20differently%20from%20pepper%20spray. Chamomile: https://www.teatulia.com/tea-varieties/what-is-chamomile.htm https://www.wiseapetea.com/blogs/knowledge/the-history-of-chamomile-tea https://www.aliceengland.com/friendly.asp?page=blog/a-brief-history-of-chamomile-for-wellbeing/ https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3210003/#!po=0.471698 https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/ https://purecosmetica.com/history-and-folklore-of-chamomile London Fog: https://pin.it/2gx3mGg 1https://www.growteacompany.com/blogs/news/the-history-of-london-fog-the-earl-grey-tea-latte-with-a-controversial-past 2https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/what-is-a-london-fog-and-what-does-it-taste-like 3https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/food-and-drink/the-london-fog-was-invented-in-vancouver-and-we-spoke-to-the-woman-who-invented-it-3529023 4https://www.britannica.com/event/Great-Smog-of-London 5https://www.britannica.com/science/anticyclone Hot Chocolate: https://www.thespruceeats.com/the-history-of-hot-chocolate-764463 https://spoonuniversity.com/recipe/7-hot-chocolate-variations-around-the-world https://whatscookingamerica.net/beverage/hotchocolate.htm http://www.kikucorner.com/2015/09/30/colombian-hot-chocolate-with-cheese/ https://aseasyasapplepie.com/italian-hot-chocolate/ https://www.davidlebovitz.com/belgian-hot-chocolate/ https://www.davidlebovitz.com/parisian-hot-ch-1/ https://www.mexicoinmykitchen.com/champurrado-mexican-thick-chocolate/#wprm-recipe-container-3213 https://www.isabeleats.com/mexican-hot-chocolate/ https://www.littlesugarsnaps.com/chai-spiced-white-hot-chocolate/#Chai_Spiced_Hot_Chocolate https://www.britannica.com/topic/Las-Posadas
FALL IS HERE!!! Well, it will be tomorrow. And one of us is very excited. Come take a moment to gush with us if you're equally ready for autumn. Or, if you don't get the hype, we can explain!
Can you believe that we have recorded 50 episodes?! Us either! Well, nevertheless Episode 50 is here! And we're going to wrap up the summer with some "Italian Ice." (You'll see what we mean with the quotes when you listen lol). Here's where to find Mike!: Learn the Ropes: https://open.spotify.com/show/5czjciJSP1M0QlKp0yk4JG?si=b13306821207436f Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/baneyboii Twitter: @baneyboii TikTok: @baneyboii Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/nataliescann/decorate-a-bedroom-and-well-tell-you-what-frozen-30xn3 Sources:
Happy Friday! Even better, Happy Minisode Day! Today, we're going to talk about all of the things we've been craving recently. Plus, we want to know what you've been craving! Comment below!
We're back bay-bee!!! And today we're gonna get our cats involved in the podcast too! Episode 49: Catnip is LIVE! Why does your cat like catnip so much? OR why doesn't your cat react at all? More importantly, can YOU have catnip? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok (@webrewgood) to see how our cats react! Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com If you have a moment, we'd really appreciate it if you'd leave us a review! Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=9&v=C0jRykc5wvg&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&source_ve_path=Mjg2NjY&feature=emb_logo&ab_channel=JulienMiquel https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/science/catnip-twist-on-old-family-tradition/#:~:text=Nepetalactone%20belongs%20to%20a%20class,use%20iridoids%20as%20chemical%20armor. https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/catnip-nepeta-cataria/ https://www.bhg.com/gardening/flowers/perennials/catmint-vs-catnip/ https://www.britannica.com/plant/catnip https://www.gardenersworld.com/how-to/grow-plants/how-to-grow-a-catnip-plant/ https://www.marthastewart.com/2140307/what-is-catnip https://www.petmd.com/cat/general-health/what-is-catnip https://aercmn.com/what-is-catnip-what-does-it-do-to-my-cat/ https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-831/catnip#:~:text=Special%20Precautions%20and%20Warnings,catnip%20tea%2C%20for%20example). https://www.allrecipes.com/article/what-is-catnip/ https://www.healthline.com/health/smoking-catnip https://www.popsci.com/science/article/2013-04/catnip-effects-humans/ https://www.euphoricherbals.com/blogs/news/6-benefits-of-catnip-for-humans-how-to-use https://mountainroseherbs.com/catnip https://www.drugs.com/npc/catnip.html#:~:text=Catnip's%20leaves%20and%20shoots%20have,in%20the%20General%20Irish%20Herbal. https://www.drugs.com/npc/catnip.html#:~:text=Catnip's%20leaves%20and%20shoots%20have,in%20the%20General%20Irish%20Herbal. http://www.ourherbgarden.com/herb-history/catnip.html https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1480656/ https://www.bl.uk/manuscripts/FullDisplay.aspx?ref=Harley_MS_2651 https://insideranimal.com/guinea-pigs-eat-catnip/?expand_article=1 https://www.spiceandtea.com/catnip.html https://www.buzzfeed.com/jbennett300/what-cat-are-you-quiz
It's time to learn something totally new! We're going to talk some coffee production lingo that's brand new to us - and maybe you too! We're going to chat about waves. Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com @webrewgood on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok If you have a moment, we'd really appreciate it if you'd leave us a review! Sources https://districtroasters.com/pages/what-is-fourth-wave-coffee https://www.drivencoffee.com/blog/coffee-waves-explained/
Today we're gonna jazz things up a bit and talk about something that's outside of our norm. Today we're learning all about the man who's responsible for our theme song - Eddie Lang! There's a lot to learn about this amazingly talented guy, so strap in! Plus, we're going to take a quiz to learn a little more about the time that he lived in! It's pretty sweet. Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com @webrewgood on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok If you have a moment, we'd really appreciate it if you'd leave us a review! Links and Citations: https://syncopatedtimes.com/eddie-lang-1902-1933/ https://www.britannica.com/biography/Eddie-Lang https://www.vjm.biz/167-eddie-lang-web-layout-1.pdf http://stevenlewis.info/crosby/messages/Eddie%20Lang.html http://greatentertainersarchives.blogspot.com/2011/07/last-days-of-eddie-lang.html https://open.spotify.com/track/620jQXmWcnoJaoIQOZolOg?si=528c5e01acf44baf https://open.spotify.com/track/1YLxMRyib15FfONoTod5TV?si=4e7b6bb8e28e4a2b https://open.spotify.com/track/1zNe2FNYMC7HC6GHkOI1V9?si=cbfa197280614473 https://open.spotify.com/track/7deokaLkZBdRuQiU1EjlS6?si=eb881b553c9a48c7 https://open.spotify.com/track/2zklNPmRAhPjCEWbsfRf5I?si=b65144c5cb9044f4
Hahahahahaha oops we're a little late... ANYWAY - THE DAY HAS COME!!! We are finally going to travel back in time to try out our original coffee drinks. These are the drinks that got us in to drinking coffee. But will we still enjoy them now?
We're going to talk about smoothies!!! We're going back to some summer basics: How did smoothies get started? What's the difference between a smoothie and a shake and a frappucino? Are smoothies actually good for you? https://smoothiesncookies.com/when-were-smoothies-invented-history-of-smoothies/ https://blog.thenibble.com/2022/10/03/history-of-smoothies-smoothie-recipes-for-global-smoothie-day/ https://www.dummies.com/article/home-auto-hobbies/food-drink/juicing-smoothies/a-brief-history-of-smoothies-142746/ http://perfectsmoothie.com/what-is-a-smoothie https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/are-smoothies-good-for-you https://www.afar.com/magazine/the-surprising-history-of-the-acai-bowl https://tamboracai.com/history-of-the-acai-bowl/ https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2011/05/30/strange-fruit-john-colapinto Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/adimoeb/smoothie-bowl-wedding-quiz
It's time for another Minisode! As promised we're going to be taking a quiz to tell us what our aesthetic is! Not sure what an aesthetic is? Check out our last Minisode: Cottagecore, to learn more! BuzzFeed Quiz (not the one we take in the main part of the episode, you'll see why): https://www.buzzfeed.com/angelicaamartinez/soul-aesthetic-personality-quiz
Chai there! We are finally covering something we talk about almost every other episode, ESPRESSO! It’s time to get energized and discover that marketing is the real secret behind great inventions. Learn the differences between coffee and espresso, how to make it, and the complicated history of the machine itself. We also struggle with some pronunciations of Italian names so there are plenty of giggles and us just trying our best! Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com @webrewgood on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok If you have a moment, we’d really appreciate it if you'd leave us a review! Links and Citations: What Is Espresso - https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-is-espresso-765702 History of Espresso - https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/the-long-history-of-the-espresso-machine-126012814/ One Timeline For Espresso - https://home.lamarzoccousa.com/about/history-of-espresso/ More History of Espresso - https://esquirescoffee.co.uk/news/history-espresso/ How To Make Espresso With an Espresso Machine - https://bluebottlecoffee.com/us/eng/brew-guides/espresso What Are Demitasse Cups- https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-are-demitasse-cups-765693 Quiz - https://www.buzzfeed.com/katangus/your-starbucks-order-will-determine-your-immaturity-2 Coffee Gounds for Growing - https://www.gaggia.com/un-espresso-in-giardino-come-riciclare-i-fondi-di-caffe/
The time has come! We're going to talk about something that's been a part of our podcast for a long time, even if we haven't exactly said it - COTTAGECORE! Let's go! Lemonade Recipe: Mrs. Beeton’s (adjusted) - makes 2 glasses 1 pint of cold water Juice of 2 lemons ½ tsp of baking soda Sugar to taste Sources: https://www.vogue.com/article/do-i-have-an-aesthetic https://daily.jstor.org/cottagecore-debuted-2300-years-ago/ https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/10/style/cottagecore.html https://www.veranda.com/home-decorators/a36277035/what-is-cottagecore/
Chai there! We are so excited to talk about this drink! Affogatos are one of the yummiest food-drinks we’ve covered yet! We go down memory lane to cover Julia’s trip to Italy and then on a time traveling edition. Come learn the history of ice cream with us to truly appreciate how amazing this drink is! Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com @webrewgood on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok If you have a moment, we’d really appreciate it if you'd leave us a review! Links and Citations: History of Affogato - https://www.tastingtable.com/1142790/the-hazy-origins-of-italys-beloved-affogato/ https://en.porte.coffee/post/the-history-of-caf%C3%A9-affogato-and-how-to-prepare-it Affogato Recipe - https://vinepair.com/articles/what-the-heck-is-an-affogato/ recipesfromitaly.com/affogato-recipe/ Nancy Johnson - http://www.edubilla.com/invention/ice-cream-maker/ Frangelico at Total Wine - https://www.totalwine.com/spirits/liqueurscordialsschnapps/nuts-amaretto/frangelico/p/2781750?glia=true&s=702&&pid=cpc:Performance+Max%2BUS%2BSCAR%2BSTANDARD+PRIORITY::google::&gclid=CjwKCAjwscGjBhAXEiwAswQqNJ-H7iZKJ0-lA4a2HYPqH7NRirVvumVwqs5rowh23mGnXtroGiQWbBoC_ZEQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds More Information on Franceso Procopio - https://www.sicilianpost.it/en/francesco-procopio-dei-coltelli-the-man-who-invented-gelato/
What's that? It's a Minisode Friday? Yay! We, uh, found a quiz that's mostly related to Cream and Sugar. :D You'll see what we mean. Here's the link to the quiz!: https://www.buzzfeed.com/dbesim1/we-know-if-you-prefer-coffee-or-tea-based-on-your-a4gju8oc3k
We're back, baby! Come along with us as we finish exploring what it takes to open a coffee shop and what plans we want to make for a potential Busy Bee-n in our future! Plus we're trying something brand new with our quiz this week - AI! Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com Listen now at webrewgood.com or on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok: @webrewgood https://pos.toasttab.com/blog/on-the-line/how-to-start-a-coffee-shop https://www.webstaurantstore.com/article/369/starting-a-coffee-shop.html#equipment https://coffeeshopstartups.com/how-to-start-a-coffee-shop-in-30-steps/ https://articles.bplans.com/13-tips-open-successful-coffee-shop/#location https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2014/04/coffeehouses-folk-music-culture-and-counterculture/ https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/articles/a-brief-history-of-american-coffee-culture/ https://www.crimsoncup.com/coffee/how-much-does-it-cost-to-open-a-coffee-shop https://www.kamaxicollege.edu.in/blog/whats-in-a-name-cafe-vs-coffee-house-vs-coffee-bar-vs-coffee-shop/ https://www.drinktrade.com/learn/fair-trade-coffee#:~:text=A%20Fair%20Trade%2Dcertified%20coffee,certain%20sustainability%20and%20labor%20standards. https://coffeelevels.com/coffee-puns/
New Minisode Alert! It's time for another minisode! This week we do a brief history of coffee cake and talk about what makes it unique. We also make our own versions! Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com Listen now at webrewgood.com or on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok: @webrewgood History of Coffee Cake - https://www.ohdanishbakery.com/hygge-blog/history-of-coffee-cake Recipe - https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/cinnamon-streusel-coffee-cake-recipe
Is it finally time to start bringing the Busy Bee-n to life? We're going to dig into what it really takes to open a coffee shop, the history of coffee shops (especially in the United States) and see if we can lay the groundwork for our very own coffee shop one day! Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com Listen now at webrewgood.com or on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok: @webrewgood https://pos.toasttab.com/blog/on-the-line/how-to-start-a-coffee-shop https://www.webstaurantstore.com/article/369/starting-a-coffee-shop.html#equipment https://coffeeshopstartups.com/how-to-start-a-coffee-shop-in-30-steps/ https://articles.bplans.com/13-tips-open-successful-coffee-shop/#location https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2014/04/coffeehouses-folk-music-culture-and-counterculture/ https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/articles/a-brief-history-of-american-coffee-culture/ https://www.crimsoncup.com/coffee/how-much-does-it-cost-to-open-a-coffee-shop https://www.kamaxicollege.edu.in/blog/whats-in-a-name-cafe-vs-coffee-house-vs-coffee-bar-vs-coffee-shop/ https://www.drinktrade.com/learn/fair-trade-coffee#:~:text=A%20Fair%20Trade%2Dcertified%20coffee,certain%20sustainability%20and%20labor%20standards. https://coffeelevels.com/coffee-puns/
And we're back on schedule! Minisode 5 is here and we're ready to talk about a sneak peek for our next regular episode. Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com Listen now at webrewgood.com or on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Link to the Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6hRztTORwDb8nibNvNKdSG?si=fd9bf3b03e8e48e3
This week we're going to talk about Golden Milk! Yes, that fancy drink you've been seeing at your local coffee shop with the turmeric? We're going to dig in to origins, variations, and of course, health benefits. PLUS, we'll tell you the real name of the drink. Send us your questions or just say hey: webrewgood@gmail.com Listen now at webrewgood.com or on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! https://www.healthshots.com/healthy-eating/superfoods/6-benefits-of-eating-black-pepper/ https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/vanilla-extract-benefits#6.-Highly-versatile https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ashwagandha#2.-May-benefit-athletic-performance https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ashwagandha https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/5328/ojas https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/5377/agni https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4027291/ https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/manjistha-benefits-ingredients-method-dosage-and-side-effects https://www.buzzfeed.com/jesseszewczyk/which-spice-are-you-quiz https://www.reddit.com/r/guineapigs/comments/i5o9rg/cagney_doing_a_blep/