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Season One of fifteen

Fresh Beginnings

The first season of Fruit and Vegetable Talk introduces listeners to the world of fruits and vegetables. Each episode explores the history, fun facts, varieties, and recipes behind some of the most popular produce items. It is the perfect starting point for discovering how fascinating everyday fruits and vegetables can be.

The 10 episodes

  1. description for amiyah: a plump round apple with deep crimson skin that fades to a sunny gold blush, a short woody brown stem on top, and one glossy green leaf, all glowing against a matte black background.

    Season One, episode one. All About ApplesPilot Episode

    Learn about the history of apples, different varieties, fun facts, and delicious ways apples are used around the world.

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  2. description for amiyah: a slender tapered carrot in bright burnt orange that deepens toward the pointed tip, ringed with faint horizontal grooves, topped by a feathery spray of green leaves.

    Season One, episode two. Crunching Into Carrots

    Discover where carrots came from, how they changed over time, and why they are one of the most popular vegetables.

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  3. description for amiyah: a curved banana with smooth waxy yellow skin that softens to a golden hue, a small brown freckle near the dark stem nub, and gentle ridges running along its gentle arc.

    Season One, episode three. Going Bananas

    Explore the fascinating history of bananas, fun facts, and the many ways people enjoy them.

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  4. description for amiyah: a sturdy stalk of broccoli with a thick pale green stem branching into a dense bushy crown of tiny deep green florets that look like a miniature tree, soft and nubbly to the eye.

    Season One, episode four. Broccoli Breakdown

    Take a closer look at broccoli, its origins, nutritional benefits, and why some people love it while others do not.

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  5. description for amiyah: a glossy heart shaped strawberry in vivid red, its surface dotted with tiny golden seeds set in small dimples, crowned by a star of green leaves at the top.

    Season One, episode five. Sweet Strawberry Stories

    Learn about strawberries, their history, and interesting facts about this sweet fruit.

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  6. description for amiyah: a cob of corn wrapped in pale green husks that peel back to reveal neat rows of plump buttery yellow kernels, with a wisp of silky tassel at the tip.

    Season One, episode six. Crazy for Corn

    Find out how corn became one of the world's most important crops and discover surprising facts about it.

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  7. description for amiyah: a lumpy oval potato with dusty tan skin marked by shallow dimpled eyes and a few earthy brown speckles, rounded and heavy looking.

    Season One, episode seven. The Mighty Potato

    Explore the incredible history of potatoes and how they became a staple food across the globe.

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  8. description for amiyah: a round ripe tomato with taut glossy scarlet skin and a slightly flattened top, crowned by a small green star of a stem, plump and juicy in appearance.

    Season One, episode eight. Terrific Tomatoes

    Discover the journey of tomatoes from their origins to becoming a favorite ingredient in countless dishes.

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  9. description for amiyah: a barrel shaped pineapple with a textured golden brown rind patterned in diamond scales, topped by a dramatic spiky crown of stiff blue green leaves.

    Season One, episode nine. Perfect Pineapples

    Dive into the tropical world of pineapples, their history, varieties, and unique characteristics.

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  10. description for amiyah: a loose bunch of spinach with broad crinkled dark green leaves on slim tender stems, soft and ruffled with a faint sheen.

    Season One, episode ten. Super Spinach

    Learn about spinach, its origins, and why it is considered a healthy and versatile leafy green.

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