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Average audio length:
11 minutes
Guest interviews
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English
United States
222 episodes
since Sept. 14, 2021
episodic

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How did everyday spices like cinnamon and black pepper draw the modern world map? We explore how the quest for flavor sparked maritime exploration, corporate monopolies, and centuries of imperial warfare—laying the foundations for modern global capitalism. You can read more with our blog https://ab…

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