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Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio

Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio

Refrigerator Revolution: The Surprising Art of Keeping Cool!

Jun 5, 2026 · 51m

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This week, it's all about food inventions and innovations. Nicola Twilley reveals the history of refrigeration, from ingenious fridge designs to Rwanda’s pioneering “coldscape.” Plus, meat scientist Chris Calkins invents new cuts of steaks, and Dan Pashman wonders if the food tech takeover is actually a bust. Finally, we share a recipe for the pope’s carbonara. (Originally aired August 23, 2024.) Get this week’s recipe for Spaghetti with Prosciutto, Parmesan and Peas here . Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify