About this episode

This episode explores the cultural significance of lunchboxes, featuring discussions on various spreads and snacks.

The tyranny of the sandwich, a brief history of Marmite, and the nineteen twenties rebrand that absolutely nobody asked for. Plus: Vegemite gets a verdict, Kim Gordon gets a recommendation, and crumpets get completely forgotten the moment someone walks through their front door 🫠 In this episode: ⁠Lunchbox Envy podcast⁠ OH!Bento exhibition⁠ Lunchables (now Lunchers!) Marmite Vegemite Gentleman's Relish Kim Gordon — PLAY ME London Belongs to Me — Norman Collins

People in this episode

Host: Ian Cook

Topics covered

• lunchbox culture
• food history
• snack brands
• cultural commentary
• food preferences

Keywords

• lunchbox
• Marmite
• Vegemite
• Kim Gordon
• food history
• Lunchables
• cultural commentary

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Marmite, Vegemite, Lunchables

Books & works: London Belongs to Me

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