Nov 26 2025

Short Stuff: Pies

Short Stuff 20 min 2 movies discussed
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We’ve done episodes on cake, cookies and, at long last, pie. Belly up to your pod player and prepare to crave some pie!

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Josh and Chuck take you on a delicious journey through the world of pie, from ancient Egypt's honey-filled galettes to the elaborate showstopper pies of medieval royal courts where live birds would fly out when the crust was cut. They explore how different cultures created their own versions of this beloved treat and dive deep into some of America's most iconic pies, including pumpkin, apple, key lime, and Boston cream, revealing surprising stories about where these classics actually came from and why they've become so central to our culinary traditions.


Movies Discussed

Pushing Daisies
Pushing Daisies
2007 TV-PG
★ 7.9
"Remember that show? What was it called? Pushing Daisies. The guy, the main protagonist had a pie shop called the Pie Hole. — Josh references the TV show when discussing a pie shop called the Pie Hole that was featured in the series." — Josh
The Cider House Rules
The Cider House Rules
1999 PG-13 2h 6m
★ 7.1
"I've heard of Cider House Rules. — Josh mentions hearing about Cider House Rules in the context of discussing Parker House rolls." — Josh

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