In honor of Taco Day today, it only seemed fitting to reshare this episode! So grab your favorite taco and enjoy!
In this episode of Sprung On Food, host Kae Sprung dives deep into the world of tacos with stand-up comedian and writer Lauren Davis. Discover Lauren’s personal taco journey from St. Louis to LA, and explore the rich history and cultural impact of this beloved dish. From ancient Mesoamerican traditions to the American fast-food scene, learn about the origins, variations, and the global influence of tacos. Tune in for mouth-watering tales, from street vendors to Taco Bell, and everything in between. Don't miss out on this tasty episode dedicated to all things tacos!
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Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.
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00:00 Introduction to the Taco Talk
00:34 Lauren's Taco Journey
04:44 The History of Tacos
08:27 Taco Etymology and Evolution
11:28 Regional Taco Varieties
15:03 Tacos in the US and Taco Bell's Rise
17:20 The Rise of Taco Bell
17:35 The True Inventor of the U-Shaped Taco Shell
18:30 Lauren's Thoughts on Taco Bell's History
21:58 Taco Tuesday: A Legal Battle
23:11 The Cultural Significance of Tacos
24:09 Modern Taquerias and Their Influence
26:34 Global Adaptations of Tacos
29:27 Tacos in Pop Culture
31:51 Final Thoughts and Farewell
