EPISODE · May 31, 2026 · 33 MIN
The Great Sourdough Surveillance State of 2024
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When a neighborhood Facebook group's innocent sourdough starter sharing network evolved into a full-blown surveillance operation complete with delivery schedules, quality control committees, and accusations of starter theft, one small town learned that bread can indeed tear communities apart. We dive into how fermenting flour became serious business and why Karen's starter 'Bertha' is now under witness protection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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When a neighborhood Facebook group's innocent sourdough starter sharing network evolved into a full-blown surveillance operation complete with delivery schedules, quality control committees, and accusations of starter theft, one small town learned that bread can indeed tear communities apart. We dive into how fermenting flour became serious business and why Karen's starter 'Bertha' is now under witness protection.
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