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Surströmming: The Secrets of this Stinky Swedish Fish

Season 5 Episode 23

Surstromming, Swedish for sour herring, is legendary for its powerful stink. But it's all a result of the chemistry of preserving food. This week on Reactions, we learn about the world's smelliest food with help from the people who know it best.

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