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Season Four of fifteen

Hidden Gems

Season 4 celebrates fruits and vegetables that are sometimes overlooked but have rich histories, interesting facts, and unique flavors. From ancient favorites to tropical treasures, this season encourages listeners to explore produce they may have never tried before.

The 10 episodes

  1. description for amiyah: a round pomegranate with leathery crimson skin tinged with gold, crowned by a spiky tube at the top, plump and full of hidden jeweled seeds.

    Season Four, episode one. Pomegranate Power

    Discover the ancient history of pomegranates, their juicy seeds, and why they have been symbols of health and prosperity for thousands of years.

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  2. description for amiyah: a round beet with smooth deep magenta skin, a slim tapered root at the bottom, and a flush of red veined green leaves sprouting from the top.

    Season Four, episode two. Beet the Odds

    Explore the colorful world of beets, their surprising history, and the many ways they are enjoyed around the globe.

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  3. description for amiyah: a teardrop fig with soft dusky purple skin tinged green at the neck, a tiny eye at the rounded base and a short stem, plump and tender looking.

    Season Four, episode three. Figuring Out Figs

    Learn about the remarkable story of figs, one of the oldest cultivated fruits in history, and uncover some amazing facts about this sweet treat.

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  4. description for amiyah: a tiny brussels sprout shaped like a miniature cabbage, with tightly wrapped layers of pale green leaves and a trimmed stem nub at the base.

    Season Four, episode four. Brussels Sprouts Breakdown

    Take a closer look at Brussels sprouts, how they got their name, and why they have been increasingly popular in modern cooking.

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  5. description for amiyah: an oval papaya with smooth skin blushing from green to golden amber, plump and pear like with a hint of coral flesh peeking through.

    Season Four, episode five. Papaya Paradise

    Travel to tropical regions and discover the history, flavors, and uses of papayas in cuisines around the world.

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  6. description for amiyah: a slim spear of asparagus in tender green that deepens toward a tightly furled scaly purple tipped head, smooth and tapering.

    Season Four, episode six. Asparagus Adventures

    Uncover the long history of asparagus and learn why this spring vegetable has been prized for centuries.

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  7. description for amiyah: a small round plum with taut deep violet skin dusted in a powdery silver bloom, a faint seam down one side and a tiny stem dimple on top.

    Season Four, episode seven. Plum Perfect

    Explore the many varieties of plums and discover how this delicious fruit has influenced cultures and cuisines worldwide.

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  8. description for amiyah: a ridged okra pod tapering to a point, its green skin lightly fuzzy and grooved into long ridges, with a small woody cap at the stem end.

    Season Four, episode eight. Okra Odyssey

    Learn about the origins of okra and its important role in dishes from Africa, the Middle East, and the American South.

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  9. description for amiyah: a vivid pink dragon fruit with bright magenta skin and soft green tipped scales that curl up like flames, oval and striking.

    Season Four, episode nine. Dragon Fruit Discoveries

    Dive into the colorful and exotic world of dragon fruit, its origins, and the reasons behind its growing popularity.

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  10. description for amiyah: a globe artichoke built of tightly layered thick green petals with rounded tips and a faint purple flush, sitting atop a short sturdy stem.

    Season Four, episode ten. Artichoke Adventures

    Discover the fascinating history of artichokes and learn why this unusual vegetable has been enjoyed since ancient times.

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