What does a sitcom "about nothing" have to say about something as universal as food? Quite a lot, it turns out. In this hour-long program, you'll discover how the TV series Seinfeld (1989-1998) uses food to define its characters, shape their conversations, and highlight society’s endless—and often absurd—rules around eating. From marble rye to the Soup Nazi, from the Big Salad to the Junior Mint, food in Seinfeld is rarely just about what’s on the plate.

Along the way, enjoy an overview of Seinfeld’s nine-season run, complete with illustrative clips and screenshots that highlight the show’s most memorable food moments. Presenter Dr. Kelli Marshall has taught a college course devoted to Seinfeld, published articles on the show, and even Skyped with a cast member. Join her for a look at how one of television’s most celebrated sitcoms turned food into a feast of cultural meaning!