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The Higher the Stank, the Closer to God

The Higher the Stank, the Closer to God

Update: 2025-09-30
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What do a runaway priest, a Norman maiden, and a stinky wheel of cheese have in common? According to legend: the birth of Camembert, France’s most infamous fromage. But is that story fact or just a little too… cheesy?

In this episode, Emily and Caroline dig into the rind wars, the myths, and the funk:

  • How Camembert, Brie, and other bloomy cheeses got their snowy white coats
  • The cheese faux pas that’ll get you permanently uninvited from Caroline’s dinner parties
  • Why so much Camembert is bad (and how to spot the real deal)

Nicknamed “God’s Feet” for its aroma, Camembert isn’t just a cheese — it’s a cultural battlefield. We’re here to slice through the myths and tell you what’s really on the plate.

Hosted by Lyon-based sommelier Caroline Fazeli & Paris-based food journalist Emily Monaco.

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The Higher the Stank, the Closer to God

The Higher the Stank, the Closer to God