Who Ate It First?

Who Ate It First?

A food history podcast by two self-proclaimed foodies, Kendall and Logan Rundquist. In each episode, we explore the background of our favorite foods and dishes and then try our hand at recreating them.

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December 12, 2023 29 mins

Logan and Kendall investigate the history of avocados and the delectable guacamole dish this week. We want to thank everyone for listening to us this year and hope you're ready for season 3: which is coming back to your ears on April 2nd, 2024.

Follow us on Instagram or TikTok at @WhoAteItFirst for pictures, recipes, and behind-the-scenes shenanigans.

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Who knew there was a Spotify Wrapped for Podcasters? We sure didn't! Join us as we throw a carne asada gathering and talk about our Spotify Wrapped for Podcasters results! Thanks again to all our wonderful listeners who have joined us in 2023!

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November 21, 2023 42 mins

Welcome to the Great Thanksgiving Episode! We are changing it up for Thanksgiving and doing a special Great British Baking Show (Bake Off) episode. Watch along with us as we discuss the first episode of Collection 5 (or 8 depending on your region), available on Netflix.

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This week, join us as we take a trip on our currently unnamed double-decker history tour bus to Nicaragua and explore the history of a true classic, Tres Leches!

Follow us on Instagram at @WhoAteItFirst for pictures, recipes, and behind-the-scenes shenanigans.

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November 7, 2023 35 mins

We're back! After two weeks of craziness we are finally back with our next full episode. This week join us as we take a trip to El Salvador and explore the history and culture of the country's national dish, Pupusas!

Follow us on Instagram at @WhoAteItFirst for pictures, recipes, and behind-the-scenes shenanigans.

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Due to life events, we couldn't record a full episode this week (again!). However, we were still able to bring you some bonus content! This week Kendall and Logan discuss the origins of whiskey. We'll be back next week for the next episode of season 2!
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Due to life events, we couldn't record a full episode this week. However, we were still able to bring you some bonus content! This week Kendall and Logan discuss the origins of the classic cocktail, the margarita. We'll be back next week for the next episode of season 2!

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In our third episode of season two, Kendall takes us on a trip to Florida to talk about Cubanos! He's wanted to make them ever since seeing Chef for the first time seven years ago.

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In our second episode of season two, we savor the exciting flavors of birria tacos while talking about their rich history.


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Kendall and Logan are back for season two! In our first episode of the new season, we briefly dip into the vast ocean of moles to explore the history of this fantastic sauce and recreate a simplified version of it.

Follow us on Instagram at @WhoAteItFirst for pictures, recipes, and behind-the-scenes shenanigans.

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Kendall and Logan are back during the summer break before our official season 2 debut because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and create a Caipirinha this week.

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Kendall and Logan are back during the summer break before our official season 2 debut because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and create a Whiskey Sour this week.

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Kendall and Logan are back during the summer break before our official season 2 debut because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and make an Elderflower Liqueur cocktail this week.

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Kendall and Logan are back during the summer break before our official season 2 debut because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and make a Blue Lagoon this week as visions of sitting by a pool dance in our heads.

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March 28, 2023 24 mins

Did you think you could find out what the season one finale is about by reading the description? Well, sorry to say, you'll just have to listen and find out what happens!

If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.

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Kendall and Logan research the polarizing dessert of Tiramisu this week and enter the debate of where it originated (spoiler alert - no one is for sure). They hop over into their test kitchen to deep dive into the world of homemade ladyfingers and what makes a delicious tiramisu at home. Next week is our season one finale, don't miss it!

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Kendall and Logan say "Slainte" and make Irish Soda Bread this week in honor of St. Patrick's Day. They also delve a little into the history of the holiday and the folklore of the leprechauns. Irish soda bread is just 4 ingredients, you should give it a try yourself at home!

If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it i...

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Kendall and Logan discover the origins of a quintessential Austin staple: breakfast tacos. It's been said if you don't like breakfast tacos, you won't like Austin much! They discuss their favorite breakfast taco spots and test out making them at home in the test kitchen. If you've never been to Austin and are planning to come soon (maybe for a little festival called SXSW?) you'll really enjoy this one!

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Kendall and Logan embark on a SUPER cool mission- to learn more about the history of chocolate chip cookies but also make the dish from The Incredibles’ movies: Jack-Jack’s Num Num Cookies (aka big chocolate chip cookies). Join us for some historical research and then we endeavor to make this delicious Disney park treat… maybe Jack-Jack will pay us a visit! 

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February 21, 2023 27 mins

It's another episode of Who Ate It First and we are celebrating Mardi Gras today! Logan and Kendall discuss the history and religious background of Mardi Gras and also one of the most popular treats in New Orleans during it - King Cake! Let the good times roll everybody! Also, shout out to our good friend Lydie who helped Logan with the French pronunciation in this episode! 

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