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Mark Kurlansky

Author and food historian

Mark Kurlansky is a Canadian author and food historian. He has written several books on food and history, including 'The Basque Ball' and 'Salt: A World History'. Kurlansky's work often explores the intersection of food, culture, and history. He is a professor at New York University and has been a contributor to various publications, including The New York Times and The Guardian.

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Key topicsartsbookssocietycultureeducationsciencenaturalhistory

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GuestNPR's Book of the Day1314 epsHostLexicon Valley360 epsGuestThe Catch46 epsGuestHistory For Sleep with the Drowsy Historian553 eps

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The ENTIRE History of Toilets (From Mudbrick to Modern Plumbing)History For Sleep with the Drowsy HistorianNov 25, 20251:28:10GuestMark Kurlansky's novel 'Cheesecake' was inspired by a recipe from ancient RomeNPR's Book of the DayJul 23, 20256:29GuestMark Kurlansky's new book 'The Core of an Onion' dives deep into culinary historyNPR's Book of the DayDec 27, 202310:19GuestS3 Part II: Cod of WarThe CatchNov 21, 202325:10GuestAsk Not Who Wrote "Ask Not"Lexicon ValleyDec 17, 201330:51Host