Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow

13:48

Episode 87 - The Past & Present of Red Flesh Apples

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/10/05

I have always been a sucker for unique colored fruits and vegetables. Of them all, I absolutely love apples that have a red or pink flesh. I have found many heirloom varieties and new modern varieties tha I can’t imagine a fall without them anymore. In this podcast episode you are going to learn about what the past has looked like for these apples and what the future holds.Past podcast episodes to listen about red/pink fleshed apples that I mentioned during this episode:* Pink Pearl* Hidden Rose /

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12:09

Episode 86 - What’s a Mollie’s Delicious Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/09/28

In today’s episode I am talking about an apple variety that has been a few years since I had it - the Mollie’s Delicious. Learn some interesting information about this apple variety that is making it harder to find as times goes on.Take a listen to this episode now or check out my blog Eat Like No One Else to learn more about Mollie’s Delicious. This is a blog post that I originally wrote back in 2011, when I was having this apple more frequently. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at

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9:42

Episode 85 - What’s a Crimson Crisp Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/09/21

If there is one apple that I am surprised isn’t available in grocery store across the country, it has to be the Crimson Crisp apple. This very firm, tart, but with some sweetness, pretty red apple variety is the subject of this week’s podcast episode. I have had this apple all across the country and am telling its story. Take a listen and then go for a search for it in your area.I just created a brand new blog post on my blog Eat Like No One Else, that shares What a Crimson Crisp Apple Tastes Like,

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6:46

Episode 84 - What’s a Duchess of Oldenburg Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/09/14

In this week’s episode, I am talking about a really, really, really (did I say really) old apple variety from Russia. It is called Duchess of Oldenburg. I live in an area with strong Russian influence, so I was able to find this apple variety for the first time this year. While not being an apple that will ever catch on in the mainstream, it is a variety that has been used to create other apples that are popular these days. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at

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11:11

Episode 83 - What’s a Devonshire Crimson Queen Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/09/07

In this week’s podcast episode I am sharing an apple that is so rare in the United States, I couldn’t find anyone else growing it from a Google search, except for the farm I got them at. This early-ripening unique apple variety can have a red flesh if allowed to mature enough later into the season and is known for having a berry-like flavor to it.I used my single serving apple cobbler recipe to test out how it does when baked and I was very pleased with the flavor these apples have when they are

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8:30

Episode 82 - What’s a Spokane Beauty Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/08/31

Last fall I discovered an heirloom apple variety that is grown in the Pacific Northwest, called the Spokane Beauty. It has been around since the 1800s, originally from an apple seed that actually turned into an apple of note. What stands out about the Spokane Beauty apple is its size. Learn how big they get in this week’s podcast episode. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

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7:40

Episode 81 - What’s a Vista Bella Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/08/27

When my family was full-time RVing around the country, one of my favorite stops was up in Maine. I was there for the entire month of August and into September. So that means I got to be there for the beginning of the apple season.One of the varieties that I found while I was there was called Vista Bella. It is an early-season apple variety and the subject of this week’s podcast episode, so take a listen above to learn more! Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at

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9:02

Episode 80 - What's a Prima Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/08/17

Back in 2021, I had one amazing apple season, traveling from Maine down to Tennessee. I went apple picking several times, starting up in Maine. This is where I picked Prima apples at Hooper’s Orchard. This variety is the subject of today’s podcast episode.On a side note, I had my first apple u-pick experience of the 2026 season, I got a ton of Akane apples, which I talked about on the podcast last season. The apple is also known as Toyko Rose. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at

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8:30

Episode 79 - What's a Paula Red Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/08/12

Over the next 3 podcast episodes I am going to be talking about the history and how it is going today for some early season apple varieties. I will share a special tip in each podcast episode about early season apples.The first episode in this 3-part miniseries is about the Paula Red apple. I have found these apples all over the Midwest and Northeast parts of the country. They are a variety that starts out tart and crisp, but gets sweeter and softer in a short amount of time. Paula Red is one of my

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11:46

Episode 78 - Why So Many Apples are Grown in Washington

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/08/03

The picture above is of the Columbia River in Wentachee, Washington. I took a trip there last month. Even thought it wasn’t time for apples yet, I got to learn first hand why Washington grows so many of our nation’s apples. I share all about that in the first episode of the new season of the podcast - Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow.* 🍎 I keep a running 🍎✅❌ Buy & Skip Apple Guide, which is a list of apples based on what I’m actually seeing in stores right now—what’s worth the price, and what

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11:39

Episode 77 - Why Summer is a Good Time for Apples

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/06/22

If you listened to last week’s podcast episode, you might be very confused by the title of this week’s episode. Last week I was all about sharing Why Summer is a Bad Time for Apples. But this week I am saying it’s a good time for apples. That’s because summer is really the best of times and the worst of times when it comes to apples. It all comes down to the season actually starting in the summer.Next month we will have the earliest apple varieties being harvested (Transparent and Lodi!)! Isn’t that

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10:06

Episode 76 - Why Summer is a Bad Time for Apples

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/06/18

The 2025-2026 season of the podcast is winding down now. Only a few episodes left before the July break. As we are a few days away from the first day of summer, I wanted to do an episode that I am calling “Why Summer is a Bad Time for Apples”. I will share my thoughts on what the cons of summers are for fresh apple eating.You’ll want to take a listen to see what apples I can still recommend this time of year.* Want to know what other fruits besides apples are good this month? Check out my post - 🍓

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8:58

Episode 75 - The Apples I’m Planting: Whitney Crab

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/06/08

Finishing up my series on the apple tree I am planting this season and this one my surprise you. It is a crap apple.I have talked about a few different crab apples before here on Substack as well as on my blog. Apples like the Dolgo Crab, Kerr, and Chestnut Crab. I love these small sized apple as you get a nice bite of the skin every single time, plus they are super flavorful. The Kerr and Chestnut are great for out of hand eating because they have a sweet-tart flavor, the Dolgo is a bit tart for my

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5:49

Episode 74 - The Apples I’m Planting: Brock

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/06/01

Welcome to the 2nd episode in a short series where I am sharing about the trees I am planting and why I choose them. I think any good home orchard needs to have a powerhouse baking apple. When I had the chance to pick out a Rhode Island Greening apple tree, I couldn’t pass it up. This old heirloom variety is one of my favorite pie apples of all time, plus they aren’t easy to find, so why not grow one right in the backyard!Take a listen to today’s episode to learn more about it as well as my blog

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9:18

Episode 73 - The Apples I’m Planting: Golden Supreme

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/05/25

Welcome to the 2nd episode in a short series where I am sharing about the trees I am planting and why I choose them. I think any good home orchard needs to have a powerhouse baking apple. When I had the chance to pick out a Rhode Island Greening apple tree, I couldn’t pass it up. This old heirloom variety is one of my favorite pie apples of all time, plus they aren’t easy to find, so why not grow one right in the backyard!Take a listen to today’s episode to learn more about it as well as my blog

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7:20

Episode 72 - The Apples I’m Planting: Rhode Island...

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/05/13

Welcome to the 2nd episode in a short series where I am sharing about the trees I am planting and why I choose them. I think any good home orchard needs to have a powerhouse baking apple. When I had the chance to pick out a Rhode Island Greening apple tree, I couldn’t pass it up. This old heirloom variety is one of my favorite pie apples of all time, plus they aren’t easy to find, so why not grow one right in the backyard!Take a listen to today’s episode to learn more about it as well as my blog

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9:27

Episode 71 - The Apples I’m Planting: Roxbury Russet

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/04/28

In a couple of weeks I will be picking up some apple trees to plant myself. This will actually be the first time I have ever planted an apple tree myself. I am excited to give it ago. I choose 5 different apple varieties to plant and will be sharing with you why I picked each one and why I think that apple variety is worth your attention if you see them to buy.The first apple is the Roxbury Russet. It was one of my favorite heirloom apples and I am interested to see how the trees do from year to

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11:14

Episode 70 - What's a Crimson Topaz Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/04/20

I have to say that there are apple varieties out there that I don’t pay enough attention to. They are good apples but I get distracted with other varieties. Well today we are going to give some much-needed attention to the delicious, tart-yet-sweet, Crimson Topaz apple. Learn all about this apple variety and some cool facts in this week’s podcast episode.🍎 I keep a running 🍎✅❌ Buy & Skip Apple Guide, which is a list of apples based on what I’m actually seeing in stores right now—what’s worth the

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9:21

Episode 69 - What's a Pixie Crunch Apple?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/04/13

I have not been shy to share how much of a fan of smaller apples I am. I love the skin to flesh ratio you get in a smaller apple. This week I am sharing about one of my favorite small apples - the Pixie Crunch apple. Learn why if you like a flavorful sweet, small apple, you need to add this one to your must try list.You don’t see a lot of small apples in the grocery store. But we do have the Rock-It apple that is marketed as a small apple. Pixie Crunch is way better in my opinion, and we need to

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12:56

Episode 68 - Where Do I Find All These Apples?

Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow ·

2026/03/30

One question I get asked of people time and time again, is how the heck am I finding all these different apples to talk about? Well I thought I would dedicate an entire podcast episode to answering that question for you. So take a listen and learn all of my “secrets”.* Tired of trying to pick out the best apple in the grocery store only to bring home something that wasn’t any good. Then you need 🍎✅❌ The Buy & Skip Apple Guide for Today. It is a simple, regularly updated guide that shows you which

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