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There’s More to That from Smithsonian magazine: Why You Should Love Durian, the World’s Smelliest Fruit
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July 1, 2025
New to WCNY is There’s More to That from Smithsonian magazine. What’s the local connection? WCNY’s Genevieve Sponsler is senior producer of There’s More to That.
The first episode we’re airing travels the world Smithsonian-style. The durian, a spiky fruit that grows across Southeast Asia, has a polarizing reputation for its pungent odor and strong taste. Host Ari Daniel travels with his children to a San Francisco restaurant to interview its chef and owner, Azalina Eusope, about her love of durian and the cuisine it inspires. And he speaks with Smithsonian contributing writer Tom Downey about his trip to Malaysia to experience the euphoria of fresh durian firsthand.
