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Sourdough Sorcery

Sourdough Sorcery

Written by: Gloria MacDonald
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Sourdough Sorcery is a podcast for home bakers, bread lovers, and curious cooks who want to turn simple ingredients into something truly magical.


Hosted by Gloria MacDonald, the Sourdough Sorceress, this show blends stories, science, and a sprinkle of sourdough magic to help you bake better bread, nourish your body, and fall in love with the slow, satisfying art of sourdough.


Each episode dives into:

  • The health benefits of sourdough and long fermentation
  • The why behind the process—from starters and fermentation to flavor and texture
  • Practical tips, techniques, and troubleshooting for real home kitchens
  • Creative ideas for using sourdough beyond bread, including discard recipes and seasonal bakes
  • The deeper joy of slowing down, baking with intention, and sharing food with the people you love


Whether you’re brand new to sourdough or a seasoned baker looking for fresh inspiration, Sourdough Sorcery is your cozy companion in the kitchen—here to make sourdough feel approachable, empowering, and a little bit magical.


New episodes serve up knowledge, encouragement, and plenty of crusty inspiration to help you bake with confidence and create loaves you’re proud to share.


Learn more, explore recipes, and discover tools of the trade at SourdoughSorcery.com.

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Episodes
  • Flour Matters - Choosing the Right Flour for Better Sourdough
    Jan 29 2026

    If your sourdough starter feels weak, your dough won’t hold its shape, or your bread just isn’t rising the way you expect, this episode is for you

    In this podcast, we’re talking about why flour matters so much in sourdough baking, especially the difference between all-purpose flour and bread flour, and how protein content affects gluten development, fermentation, and rise.

    You’ll learn:

    • The typical protein content of all-purpose vs bread flour

    • Why higher protein can improve structure and oven spring

    • How flour choice affects your starter and your dough

    • When all-purpose flour works beautifully

    • When switching to bread flour can make a real difference

    • How whole wheat and rye behave differently in sourdough

    • Why flour can be the missing piece when sourdough feels hard

    Sourdough should not feel frustrating or unpredictable. Often, it’s not your technique, it’s your flour.

    If you want to go deeper, you’ll find more sourdough recipes, tips, how-to guides, and tools at https://SourdoughSorcery.com, all designed to help you bake with more confidence and a lot less stress.

    If this episode helped you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s struggling with sourdough. More sourdough goodness is coming.

    Happy baking 🥖✨

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    7 mins
  • Homemade Sourdough: Healing Your Gut & Baking Made Simple
    Jan 15 2026

    In this episode of Sourdough Scorcery, I sit down with Sue Henry to talk about the amazing ways homemade sourdough can transform your gut health—and your kitchen!

    Sue shares her personal story of struggling with digestive issues for years and how switching to homemade sourdough completely changed her life.

    We also cover:

    • Why store-bought sourdough isn’t the same as homemade
    • How sourdough naturally supports your gut with good bacteria
    • Tips for baking with your starter without stress or fuss
    • And more

    Whether you’re new to sourdough or have been intimidated by the process, this episode shows just how forgiving and simple it can be.

    Plus, Sue shares some practical tricks to make sourdough a delicious, gut-friendly staple in your home.

    Want to learn more from Gloria and get started with your own sourdough journey? Visit sourdoughscorcery.com for recipes, starter tips, and all the tools you need to bake with confidence.

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    18 mins
  • Your Sourdough Starter: Feeding, Fixing & Falling in Love With It
    Dec 30 2025

    Your sourdough starter is more than flour and water — it’s the heart of every great loaf.

    In this episode of the Sourdough Sorcery Podcast, Gloria, The Sourdough Sorceress, walks you through everything you need to know about caring for your starter with confidence and ease. From daily feeding to fridge storage, traveling for weeks at a time, and even freezing or dehydrating your starter, this episode takes the mystery (and fear!) out of sourdough.

    You’ll learn:

    • How often to feed your starter (counter vs fridge)
    • Exactly how much flour and water to use
    • What those bubbles really mean
    • How to prepare your starter for baking
    • The difference between active starter and discard
    • How long discard lasts in the fridge
    • What to do if you’re traveling for 2, 6, or even 8+ weeks
    • How to revive a neglected starter (no guilt required!)
    • When and how to use the float test

    Whether you’re brand new to sourdough or deep into your baking journey, this episode will help you build trust with your starter — and enjoy the process just as much as the results.

    👉 For sourdough recipes, tips, and all the tools you need for your baking journey, visit:

    https://SourdoughSorcery.com


    And join our Sourdough Sorcery: Made Easy Facebook Group HERE: Sourdough Sorcery: Made Easy | Facebook


    If this episode helped you feel more confident, please like, subscribe, and share it with a friend who’s been afraid to open that jar in the fridge!

    ✨ Keep feeding your starter.

    ✨ Trust the process.

    ✨ Enjoy a little everyday sourdough magic.

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    7 mins
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