The Uncanny Valley of Meat
About this episode
This episode explores the dissatisfaction some feel with plant-based burgers and features a taste test of cultivated meat with Francis Lam.
If you have ever bitten into a plant-based burger and felt dissatisfied, or even grossed out, you’re not alone. In this episode, we explore the uncanny valley of meat and dive deep into what makes meat so … meaty. Plus, “The Splendid Table” host Francis Lam joins Amy Scott for a taste test of cultivated meat and shares his go-to recipes for climate-friendly proteins.
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