No, there aren’t snouts and anuses in your hot dogs, so go ahead and chow down. There are, however, plenty of other things that may give you pause so listen to this episode where we dissect the beloved hot dog and poke around inside. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, hosts Josh and Chuck talk all about hot dogs, from their origin to toppings and regional varieties.
The speaker discusses the number of hot dogs consumed in the US annually and their preference for a blackened and split open hot dog versus a reheated or boiled one, stating they consume less than 15 hot dogs per year.
The popular hot dog is indeed a type of sausage, but not all sausages are hot dogs. While most hot dogs are not cooked in sheep casing, they are still commonly consumed cooked and are a guilty pleasure for some.
Learn about the ingredients and federal standards of identity for hot dogs and bologna, including the percentage of fat, water, and non-meat filler allowed by the USDA.
The use of meat trimmings in ground beef and hot dogs is an efficient process where the little bits of edible meat, muscle, and tendons attached to the carcass are mechanically separated using different states of pressure to create high-quality meat products. There can only be up to 30% of fat that can make it into meat products according to regulations.
Celery powder is often used as a substitute for chemical nitrites in cured meats, allowing them to be labeled as "uncured" and even "organic," despite potential health risks. However, the celery used in these products is not necessarily organic, leading to confusion and inconsistency in labeling.
Leftover water in the hot dog slurry causes the hot dog to expand in volume when cooked due to the water vapor created from heating. While this fact may not deter some from consuming hot dogs, others may opt for locally sourced meat options.
The podcast host explores the relationship between our brains and experiences while sharing interesting facts about the production of hot dogs, including the use of liquid smoke and lack of casings.
The speaker shares the history of hot dogs in Frankfurt and New York, describing how they were traditionally served on milk rolls with mustard and sauerkraut.
The origins of the chili dog are a contested issue between Coney Island and Michigan, with Michigan claiming to have invented it. Despite this, both locations have a strong association with the popular hot dog topping.
The origins of the association between Dachshund dogs and hot dogs can be traced back to German immigrants who brought them over to America. There's speculation that the connection was a subtle suggestion that the sausages may contain dog meat due to the xenophobia at the time.
This episode talks about the history and culture of hot dogs in America, including their origins, the various types of hot dogs, and how they became a popular baseball stadium food.
The hosts discuss climbing the crown in winter and the opportunity to take artistic photos. They also read a listener's email about their own experience taking pictures during the climb.
This podcast delves into unconventional questions about the brain and human experiences, such as whether we can create new senses for ourselves.