In this episode, we speak with Paul Hoffman, Scientist at FONA and explore his culinary experiences and topics related to weird flavor science. Paul discusses a day in the life as a scientist, strange flavor combinations, and the fun and unusual applications that he works with daily. Stay tuned for discussion around cricket protein, hot dog flavored cupcakes, and the use of anchovies. Warning: in honor of spooky season, this episode does get weird. Includes discussion of frost-bitten toes, ghosts and cannibalism. Listen if you dare.