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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2025 · 5 MIN

A Matter of Taste: The Science Behind Flavor Perception

from Cultivate Curiosity · host Emerald Coast Science Center

On this episode of Cultivate Curiosity, our host Jacie takes a deep dive into the fascinating science of taste. From the five basic tastes (and the possible discovery of more) to how our nose, brain, and even memories influence flavor, we explore what really happens when we eat. Learn how temperature, texture, and even sound shape our perception of food and why some flavors feel irresistible.

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