Kenji and Deb are major, MAJOR fans of popcorn — “God’s gift to snacking” (two guesses who said that). One might actually call them a miracle of science. How does a hard af, yellow pebble turn into a fluffy white edible cloud? How does movie popcorn butter smell so heavenly without any butter? This is Popcornology 101, class is now in session. Recipes mentioned: Spicy Caramel Popcorn ( Smitten Kitchen ) Miso Black Sesame Caramel Corn ( Smitten Kitchen ) Late Night Popcorn with Chorizo and Pecorino ( Kenji’s YouTube ) Why I Love My Whirley Pop, the Ultimate Popcorn-Popping Product ( Serious Eats )