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Jaffa and the Israel-Palestine Conflict: The Rise of Citrus (Part 1)
Episode 65
Jaffa, known to the ancient Canaanites as "Yafi," meaning “gorgeous,” is one of the oldest cities in the world, and its history is as rich as the cit…
1 year, 3 months ago
Cornell: A History of Agricultural Leadership and Fresh Produce Innovation
Episode 64
"[This college] was not established to serve or to magnify Cornell University. It belongs to the people of the state. The farmers of the state have s…
1 year, 3 months ago
Produce and Dinosaurs (Livestream)
Episode 63
Dinosaurs and fresh produce? It might sound unusual, but the connection between prehistoric plants and ancient giants is stronger than you think.
In …
1 year, 3 months ago
The Spice Trade Wars: Nathaniel Courthope’s Heroic Stand (Part 2)
Episode 62
The British are determined to secure control over the spice-rich island of Run in the Banda Islands. To do so, they need a strong, capable leader, an…
1 year, 4 months ago
The Spice Trade Wars: Nutmeg and the Clash of Empires (Part 1)
Episode 61
"Nutmeg, the seed of the tree, was the most coveted luxury in seventeenth-century Europe, a spice held to have such powerful medicinal properties tha…
1 year, 4 months ago
Harvesting Hysteria: Fresh Produce and the Salem Witch Trials
Episode 60
In this episode, we delve into the complex tapestry of Salem's early years, exploring how agricultural life intertwined with rising tensions that ult…
1 year, 4 months ago
Coca-Cola: How Fresh Produce Shaped a Global Icon (Livestream)
Episode 59
"Coca-Cola is Atlanta, and Atlanta is Coca-Cola." - Former Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young
In our first ever, live in-person event, John and Patrick dive d…
1 year, 5 months ago
The History of Mangoes
Episode 58
Join John and Patrick as they embark on a captivating journey through the rich history and cultural significance of one of the world's most adored fr…
1 year, 5 months ago
The [Weird] History of Apple Picking (Livestream)
Episode 57
Each year millions of Americans spend their autumn days picking apples from the many orchards that dot the country. But why? And when did this tradit…
1 year, 5 months ago
Flagler’s Florida: Railroads, Resorts, and the Rise of Fresh Produce (Part 2)
Episode 56
In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the life and legacy of Henry Flagler, focusing on his transformative role in shaping Florida’s fresh …
1 year, 5 months ago