Were Gladiators Vegetarians? (Livestream)
Who were the gladiators, and how did they become iconic figures in Roman history? What roles did slaves, criminals, and even emperors play in the gladiator world? How were these fighters trained, cate...
7 Jan 20251h 6min
Jaffa and the Israel-Palestine Conflict: Catastrophe, Loss and Legacy (Part 3)
The Jaffa orange, a fruit that once symbolized prosperity and collaboration, is now tied to a complex and painful history. Before the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, Jaffa's citrus industry was world-renowned,...
26 Dec 202442min
Chestnuts Roasting: How Nuts Became a Christmas Icon
Nuts have been symbols of faith, fortune, and fertility for centuries, and their deep-rooted significance can still be felt today during Christmas celebrations. From their connection to Christian symb...
24 Dec 202432min
Jaffa and the Israel-Palestine Conflict: Cooperation and Competition (Part 2)
In the early 20th century, the thriving citrus industry of Palestine became a complex backdrop for political tensions and shifting power dynamics. As the British Mandate took control, Jewish and Arab ...
17 Dec 202446min
Jaffa and the Israel-Palestine Conflict: The Rise of Citrus (Part 1)
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 citrus groves that would later define it. From its day...
10 Dec 202439min
Cornell: A History of Agricultural Leadership and Fresh Produce Innovation
"[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 secured it. Their influence has placed it here... If...
3 Dec 202457min
Produce and Dinosaurs (Livestream)
Dinosaurs and fresh produce? It might sound unusual, but the connection between prehistoric plants and ancient giants is stronger than you think. In this episode, Patrick and John explore the fascinat...
26 Nov 20241h
The Spice Trade Wars: Nathaniel Courthope’s Heroic Stand (Part 2)
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, and they find this in East India Company officer Nath...
12 Nov 202454min
