# Unmentionable Cuisine on The No Agenda Show Unmentionable Cuisine comes up in 5 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2009 to February 2025. - **Chapters:** 5 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** May 2009 – February 2025 - **Related topics:** [Entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entomophagy.md), [Brood X](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brood-x.md), [Cannibalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cannibalism.md), [Cicadas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cicadas.md), [Diversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity.md), [Faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [Global Warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [Groundhog Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/groundhog-day.md), [Insects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insects.md), [Pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md) ## Chapters 1–5 of 5 ### FAA Diversity Directives, Unmentionable Cuisine, Cannibalism Books - **Episode:** [1736: The Blurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-06 - **Time:** 3:04:30–3:15:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt/chapter/faa-diversity-directives-unmentionable-cuisine-cannibalism-books.md The closing segment features a controversial discussion on FAA diversity directives and a series of books about "unmentionable cuisine" and historical claims of cannibalism. Titles mentioned include "The Delectable Negro" and "Edible People," which explore dark historical themes. The show ends with a standard sign-off and a final musical mix. Keywords: [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [diversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity.md), [cannibalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cannibalism.md), [unmentionable cuisine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unmentionable-cuisine.md), delectable negro ### Punxsutawney Phil, Groundhog Day Prediction and Stew Recipes - **Episode:** [1735: Old Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1735-old-bag.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-02 - **Time:** 1:21–4:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1735-old-bag/chapter/punxsutawney-phil-groundhog-day-prediction-and-stew-recipes.md Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter on February 2nd at Gobbler's Knob. The accuracy of the groundhog's predictions is questioned, noting a historical success rate of only 39%. The discussion transitions into a historical anecdote about the San Francisco Examiner and recipes for groundhog and squirrel stew found in the book "Unmentionable Cuisine." Keywords: [punxsutawney phil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/punxsutawney-phil.md), [groundhog day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/groundhog-day.md), [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [winter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/winter.md), [recipes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recipes.md), [unmentionable cuisine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unmentionable-cuisine.md) ### Brood X Cicadas, Culinary Delicacy Debate - **Episode:** [1351: Bug Appetit!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1351-bug-appetit.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-01 - **Time:** 1:55:36–2:03:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1351-bug-appetit/chapter/brood-x-cicadas-culinary-delicacy-debate.md The emergence of Brood X cicadas is discussed as a potential food source, with some chefs describing them as a "flavor bomb" rich in umami. The hosts reference the 1970s book "Unmentionable Cuisine" and express skepticism about cicadas being a traditional delicacy. A plan for a cicada and wine pairing article is proposed. Keywords: [brood x](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brood-x.md), [cicadas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cicadas.md), [umami](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/umami.md), [unmentionable cuisine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unmentionable-cuisine.md), wine pairing ### United Nations Insect Consumption Initiative - **Episode:** [225: Checkpoint Nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/225-checkpoint-nation.md) - **Published:** 2010-08-12 - **Time:** 24:49–30:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/225-checkpoint-nation/chapter/united-nations-insect-consumption-initiative.md The United Nations is promoting the consumption of insects as a sustainable alternative to meat to combat global warming and famine. The hosts discuss the commercialization of "edible" insects like toasted ants and chocolate-coated grasshoppers. They reference the book "Unmentionable Cuisine" to provide historical context on unconventional food sources during times of crisis. Keywords: [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entomophagy.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), edible.com, [unmentionable cuisine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unmentionable-cuisine.md) ### Entomophagy and Cultural Taboos Regarding Alternative Proteins - **Episode:** [100: A Squirrel Walks Into A Bar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/100-a-squirrel-walks-into-a-bar.md) - **Published:** 2009-05-31 - **Time:** 27:47–30:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/100-a-squirrel-walks-into-a-bar/chapter/entomophagy-and-cultural-taboos-regarding-alternative-proteins.md The book "Unmentionable Cuisine" explores the nutritional benefits of eating insects, rats, and other non-traditional animals. Cultural stigmas in Western society often prevent the consumption of high-protein sources like witchety grubs or kangaroo parts, which are staples in other cultures. Keywords: [entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entomophagy.md), [unmentionable cuisine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unmentionable-cuisine.md), bush tucker trial, [protein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protein.md), [insects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insects.md), kangaroo testicles --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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