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Cake the podcast

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by State Library of Queensland

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8 episodes

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Podcast Overview

Cake is not just a food, it’s an emotion. From the history of cake to the iconic cakes of our childhood, State Library of Queensland’s Cake the podcast takes you on a sweet journey that connects you to memories, community and family. Learn about the people, the places and the recipes that have influenced our insatiable taste for cake. Join our award-winning host, Kaitlyn Sawrey of Who is Daniel Johns? podcast fame, and tuck into stories about lamingtons, pineapple cake, CWA scones, moon cake, Greek funeral cake, big cakes, celebration cake, and more … wherever you get your podcasts.

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11/7/2023

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Recent Episodes

January 18, 2024

QLD on the World Stage

Queensland may be at the bottom of the world, but our cake skills span the globe. <ul><li>At the International Cake Show we meet the car-sized cake maker <a href='https://archive.md/eS0RQ'>Daniel Greensill</a> - it took him 6 months working out of his garage. </li> <li>Zumbo’s Just Desserts - internationally famous cake maker Adriano Zumbo speaks to us from his Noosaville kitchen, and talks about rebuilding after his company collapsed. </li> <li><a href='https://www.instagram.com/by.aletoso/'>By Aletoso</a> - Camilo Murcia — one of the world’s top ten travelling cake makers (based in Brisbane) teaches us some tips and tricks to icing the perfect cake. </li> </ul>

January 11, 2024

Culture Through Cake

Through memory, tradition and celebration - cake can help you find home, no matter where you are. In this episode we speak to: <ul><li>Aunty Dale from My Dilly Bag shares how First Nations people have made cakes for thousands of years. </li> <li>Dimitria Athanasas and her daughter Sia share the meaning behind Koliva - an ancient traditional Greek funeral cake - after Dimitra made it for the Greek Orthodox Church in West End for 12 years. </li> <li>We learn how to make a Puerto Rican staple from Frank’s mum Jackie, and the only other Puerto Rican we could find in Australia - Will Sanchez aka Chef from The Hood. </li> </ul>

December 7, 2023

Baking A Difference

Cake isn’t just fun and sprinkles; cake makes a difference. It's a light in dark times bringing people together when they need it most. We speak to: <ul><li>Liz Harfull - author of <a href='https://www.amazon.com.au/Tried-Tested-True-celebrating-traditions-ebook/dp/B078G97CWG'>Tried, Tested and True</a>, who researched over 1000 community cookbooks used for fundraising. Her book includes the very tasty Bert Hinkler recipe from the <a href='https://www.facebook.com/240639823467407/posts/our-cookbook-is-still-being-printed-by-the-same-company-who-printed-the-first-ba/1032109687653746/'>Bundaberg CWA cookbook</a> - read more about Bert Hinkler<a href='https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/blog/bert-hinklers-record-flight-1928-month-queenslands-history'> on the State Library website</a>. </li> <li>Alison Alexander, co-author of <a href='https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9780733330391/a-generous-helping/'>A Generous Helping: Treasured Recipes from the People of Queensland</a> - made in conjunction with the ABC, to share precious recipes after people lost everything in the 2011 floods. </li> <li><a href='https://pearlysprinkles.com.au/'>Pearly Sprinkles</a> - neurodivergent baker featured on Zumbo’s Just Desserts, who runs ‘mindful baking’ classes with children. If you’re struggling with your mental health, there’s always someone you can talk to at <a href='https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support'>Beyond Blue</a>, for eating disorder issues check out the <a href='https://butterfly.org.au/'>Butterfly Foundation</a>. </li> </ul>

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What is Cake the podcast?: Cake is not just a food, it’s an emotion. From the history of cake to the iconic cakes of our childhood, State Library of Queensland’s Cake the podcast takes you on a sweet journey that connects you to memories, community and family. Learn about the people, the places and the recipes that have influenced our insatiable taste for cake.

Join our award-winning host, Kaitlyn Sawrey of Who is Daniel Johns? podcast fame, and tuck into stories about lamingtons, pineapple cake, CWA scones, moon cake, Greek funeral cake, big cakes, celebration cake, and more … wherever you get your podcasts.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates inactive.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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