Sourdough Sorcery

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.


Episode Date
Bulk Ferment vs. Proofing vs. Cold Ferment: Finally Understanding Your Sourdough Timing
Apr 16, 2026
Under-Proofed vs Over-Proofed Sourdough: How to Finally Know the Difference
Apr 02, 2026
Stop Obsessing Over Starter Ratios: How to Actually Control Your Sourdough
Mar 19, 2026
The #1 Reason Your Sourdough Isn’t Working (It’s Not the Recipe)
Mar 12, 2026
Stop Chasing Perfect Holes: The Truth About Sourdough Crumb
Mar 05, 2026
Sourdough Discard: Waste, Wisdom… or the Healthiest Part of Your Starter?
Feb 26, 2026
The 4 Variables That Control Your Sourdough Starter
Feb 18, 2026
The Truth About 100-Year-Old Sourdough Starter
Feb 13, 2026
Gluten Isn’t the Enemy - We Forgot Fermentation
Feb 05, 2026
Flour Matters - Choosing the Right Flour for Better Sourdough
Jan 29, 2026
Homemade Sourdough: Healing Your Gut & Baking Made Simple
Jan 15, 2026
Your Sourdough Starter: Feeding, Fixing & Falling in Love With It
Dec 30, 2025
Store-Bought vs. Homemade: Why Real Sourdough Wins Every Time
Dec 19, 2025