Sourdough Sorcery
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Podcast Overview
<p>Sourdough Sorcery is a podcast for home bakers, bread lovers, and curious cooks who want to turn simple ingredients into something truly magical.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by Gloria MacDonald, the Sourdough Sorceress, this show blends stories, science, and a sprinkle of sourdough magic to help you bake better bread, nourish your body, and fall in love with the slow, satisfying art of sourdough.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode dives into:</p><ul><li>The health benefits of sourdough and long fermentation</li><li>The why behind the process—from starters and fermentation to flavor and texture</li><li>Practical tips, techniques, and troubleshooting for real home kitchens</li><li>Creative ideas for using sourdough beyond bread, including discard recipes and seasonal bakes</li><li>The deeper joy of slowing down, baking with intention, and sharing food with the people you love</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re brand new to sourdough or a seasoned baker looking for fresh inspiration, Sourdough Sorcery is your cozy companion in the kitchen—here to make sourdough feel approachable, empowering, and a little bit magical.</p><p><br></p><p>New episodes serve up knowledge, encouragement, and plenty of crusty inspiration to help you bake with confidence and create loaves you’re proud to share.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more, explore recipes, and discover tools of the trade at SourdoughSorcery.com.</p>
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12/19/2025
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Recent Episodes
April 16, 2026
Bulk Ferment vs. Proofing vs. Cold Ferment: Finally Understanding Your Sourdough Timing
If you’ve ever felt confused about bulk fermentation, proofing, and cold fermenting… you are not alone. And more importantly—this confusion is one of the biggest reasons your sourdough might be turning out dense, gummy, or just not quite right. In this episode, we’re breaking it all down in a simple, no-guesswork way so you can finally understand what’s actually happening in your dough—and when. You’ll learn: What bulk fermentation really is (and when it actually starts) Why ...
April 2, 2026
Under-Proofed vs Over-Proofed Sourdough: How to Finally Know the Difference
Most sourdough “failures” aren’t about your starter… your flour… or your recipe. They’re about timing. In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most confusing (and frustrating) parts of sourdough baking—under-proofing vs over-proofing—so you can finally understand what your dough is actually telling you. Because if you’ve ever pulled a flat loaf out of the oven… seen big holes mixed with dense sections… or wondered why your dough felt perfect one minute and impossible the n...
March 19, 2026
Stop Obsessing Over Starter Ratios: How to Actually Control Your Sourdough
If you’ve ever felt confused by sourdough starter feeding ratios—1:1:1, 1:3:3, 1:5:5—you’re not alone. There’s a lot of noise online… and a lot of it makes it sound like there’s a “right” way to feed your starter. But here’s the truth: There isn’t. In this episode, we’re breaking down what feeding your starter actually does—and how you can use it to your advantage. Because once you understand this, sourdough stops feeling unpredictable… and starts feeling completely manageable. You’ll l...
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- What is Sourdough Sorcery?
<p>Sourdough Sorcery is a podcast for home bakers, bread lovers, and curious cooks who want to turn simple ingredients into something truly magical.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by Gloria MacDonald, the Sourdough Sorceress, this show blends stories, science, and a sprinkle of sourdough magic to help you bake better bread, nourish your body, and fall in love with the slow, satisfying art of sourdough.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode dives into:</p><ul><li>The health benefits of sourdough and long fermentation</li><li>The why behind the process—from starters and fermentation to flavor and texture</li><li>Practical tips, techniques, and troubleshooting for real home kitchens</li><li>Creative ideas for using sourdough beyond bread, including discard recipes and seasonal bakes</li><li>The deeper joy of slowing down, baking with intention, and sharing food with the people you love</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re brand new to sourdough or a seasoned baker looking for fresh inspiration, Sourdough Sorcery is your cozy companion in the kitchen—here to make sourdough feel approachable, empowering, and a little bit magical.</p><p><br></p><p>New episodes serve up knowledge, encouragement, and plenty of crusty inspiration to help you bake with confidence and create loaves you’re proud to share.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more, explore recipes, and discover tools of the trade at SourdoughSorcery.com.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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