Beer, of course, is fermented. Have yo realized how many other parts of our lives are fermented? In this episode, Dave and Marc talk to Dr. Julia Skinner, author of "Our Fermented Lives." You'll be amazed.
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Episode Notes:
- **Title:** OPB Ep205 - Our Fermented Lives
- **Hosts:** Marc and Dave
- **Guest:** Dr. Julia Skinner, author of "Our Fermented Lives"
- **Main Topics Discussed:**
- The importance and history of fermentation
- Easy fermentation recipes and experiments
- The health benefits of fermented foods
- Fermentation as a method of food preservation
- The role of fermentation in community and tradition
- Surprising foods that are fermented
- **Interesting Points:**
- Fermentation is a collaborative process with the environment.
- You don't need sophisticated tools to start fermenting.
- Fermentation can be a way to reduce food waste.
- The transformative action of microbes is central to fermentation.
- Documenting fermentation traditions is crucial for future generations.
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Julia Skinner's Newsletter on Substack: