About this episode

This episode features author Rowan Jacobsen discussing the fascinating world of truffles and the dogs that help find them.

Truffles are rare mushrooms that grow hidden underground and are prized by chefs around the world. Join us as author Rowan Jacobsen introduces us to amazing truffle hounds, whose incredible noses help people discover these hidden treasures. Guest: Rowan Jacobsen, author of "Truffle Hound: On the Trail of the World's Most Seductive Scent, with Dreamers, Schemers, and Some Extraordinary Dogs" Link to S7 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/d1ea7c0c-3362-4848-907a-c8b668814b38/fill-in-the-blanks-for-season-7

People in this episode

Guest: Rowan Jacobsen

Topics covered

• truffles
• truffle hounds
• mushrooms
• cooking
• nature
• dogs

Keywords

• truffles
• truffle hounds
• Rowan Jacobsen
• mushrooms
• cooking
• nature
• dogs

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Truffle Hound: On the Trail of the World's Most Seductive Scent, with Dreamers, Schemers, and Some Extraordinary Dogs

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