This week, stories about what’s going into your mouth.
Avocado:
"So, are you ready to devour 21 avocados in a minute?" This story follows Michael’s bizarre coming-of-age journey – stuffed with avocados, awkward dates, and complicated moments with his mom. Born with a big mouth and having a “stronger-than-average immune system”, he went on to claim a Guinness World Record by devouring 20 avocados in a minute – and then so much more. Produced by Michael Sun, alongside the supervising producer, Allison Chan. Sound design by Mia Hull
Eating and Order:
"You are not just what you eat, you are who you are." This story traces Rania’s journey through a lifelong struggle with eating disorders, shaped by racism, sexism, and impossible beauty standards. From childhood fears of food as an enemy, to panic attacks in the snack aisle, to a bowl of shish barak she made for herself, Rania slowly learns to reclaim her plate, her body, and her jo. Produced by Rania Omar, alongside the supervising producer Sophie Ellis. Additional mixing by Zac Pennington.
Dark Cherry, Limestone and Meat:
This is a story with lots of fermenting, sipping, and the drinkers ‘ahhhh’. Navigating the vineyard with Eugenia, we witness the magic as each barrel brews fermented potions of raspberries, dark cherries, smoky earth, and even fairy floss. P.S. Next time, if a friend accuses you of being an alcoholic, be sure to tell them you are just ‘oenophilic’. Produced by Eugenia Zoubtchenko
All The Best Credits
- Host: Kwame Slusher
- Executive Producer: Melanie Bakewell
- Programs and Community Coordinator: Phoebe Adler-Ryan
- Community Coordinator: Patrick McKenzie
- Artwork: Ruijie Tang
- Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins
- Theme Music composed by Shining Bird
- Special shout out to Ray, Sue, Lindsay, Andrew and Ash