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Emily Christensen | Same Day Sourdough

11/3/2026
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Welcome to Tastebuds, a place to slow down, pull up a chair, and reconnect through food and hospitality. In this episode, your host Madi interviews Emily Christensen, the author of Same Day Sourdough. She shares her journey into the world of sourdough baking and how she transitioned from being a busy mom to a sourdough enthusiast and educator, emphasizing the accessibility of making sourdough in just one day. In this conversation, Madi and Emily discuss the challenges and joys of baking sourdough bread, emphasizing the importance of practice and patience in the learning process. They also address common concerns about sourdough starters and share personal anecdotes to encourage beginners.

Consider this your invitation to unplug, get inspired, and enjoy what happens when we make time for a good meal.


Chapters

  • 00:00 The Journey Begins: From Mom to Baker
  • 01:30 Discovering the Passion for Sourdough
  • 04:55 Building a Business from Passion
  • 06:29 Marketing Skills and Social Media Growth
  • 08:36 Trial and Error in Recipe Development
  • 10:50 Finding Inspiration Everywhere
  • 13:40 The Importance of Support Systems
  • 17:38 Same Day Sourdough: A Game Changer
  • 21:07 Overcoming Intimidation in Baking
  • 24:35 The Journey of Learning Bread Making
  • 25:04 Understanding Sourdough Starters
  • 29:17 Common Mistakes and Misconceptions
  • 30:58 Fun Confessions of a Baker
  • 33:43 Connecting with the Sourdough Community

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