Showing results for "Alcohol" in Politics & Social Sciences

Whether as wine, beer, or spirits, alcohol has had a constant and often controversial role in social life. In his innovative book on the attitudes toward and consumption of alcohol, Rod Phillips surveys a 9,000-year cultural and economic history, uncovering the tensions between alcoholic drinks as healthy staples of daily diets and as objects of social, political, and religious anxiety.

America’s relationship with alcohol is a fraught and inconsistent one. While many other nations and cultures have stable attitudes toward drinking, the American perspective on alcohol has been volatile, vacillating wildly from the gallon-a-day beer rations on the Mayflower to nationwide prohibition and back again. Why are Americans so ambivalent about alcohol? What can we learn about the past and the American character through these extreme fluctuations between alcoholism and sobriety across the centuries?

This series on alcohol explores its historical, scientific, and societal dimensions. The first part delves into the origins and history of alcohol, highlighting its role in ancient civilizations, cultural rituals, and its evolution over time. The second part examines the science of alcohol, its effects on the body and brain, and the balance between its benefits and risks. The final part discusses alcohol's impact on modern society, including cultural trends, public policy, economics, and mental health, while reflecting on its future in a rapidly changing world.

Prohibition has long been portrayed as a "noble experiment" that failed, a newsreel story of glamorous gangsters, flappers, and speakeasies. Now at last Lisa McGirr dismantles this cherished myth to reveal a much more significant history. Prohibition was the seedbed for a pivotal expansion of the federal government, the genesis of our contemporary penal state. Her deeply researched, eye-opening account uncovers patterns of enforcement still familiar today: the war on alcohol was waged disproportionately in African American, immigrant, and poor White communities.

It's common knowledge that rubbing alcohol makes cuts burn. But, why? Find out the answer to this burning question on this episode of Now I Know. Get a scrape or a cut and your first step – after the subtle facial expression you make from the pain – may be to grab some rubbing alcohol. Your goal is to clean off the wound before applying a bandage, as you want to shield the scrape from the elements, and prevent trapping bacteria or other stuff within the injured area.

The Alcohol Myth Podcast features certified coaches Ellen and Jonathan having real conversations about alcohol, sobriety, and reclaiming a life that feels exciting to wake up to.

Alcohol Uncovered shares a comprehensive and independent analysis, both national and international, of the many complex issues related to alcohol use.Featuring expert analysis and insight to the health and socio-economic risk from alcohol use; the challenges with recalibrating our harmful relationship with alcohol; the most effective measures and policy to shape a society that is free from alcohol harm; the commercial determinants sustaining poor public health outcomes and prolonged health inequalities, and an exposé of transnational alcohol producers' commercial and political tactics to ...

Alcohol & Anxiety is a podcast that brings out the raw & unfiltered commentary, life stories, and opinions of real life cousins, Jessica (a widow with anxiety) and Jacob (who is "alcohol dependent"). Listen in and subscribe as you will be laughing, drinking, and maybe even questioning your own thoughts and mental state as no topic is off limits. Join us on this adventure of Alcohol and Anxiety.

In this fascinating book, beer expert Mark Dredge dives into the history of lager, from how it was first brewed, to what role was played by German monks and kings in the creation of the drink we know so well today. From the importance of 500-year-old purity laws to a scrupulously researched exploration of modern beer gardens (it's a hard life), Mark has delved deep into the story of the world's favourite beer. From 16th-century Bavaria to the recent popularity of specialist craft lagers, A Brief History of Lager is an engaging and informative exploration of a classic drink.

Welcome to the Alcohol Debate Podcast! If you're baffled by the mixed messages about alcohol or curious about the boom in alcohol-free drinks, this podcast is for you. We're diving deep into how booze impacts us individually and society as a whole. Join me as I chat with experts to debunk myths, explore the facts, and offer practical tips for those looking to change their drinking habits. This isn't an anti-alcohol crusade - it's about empowering you with the knowledge to make informed choices. So sit back, relax, and let's dive into the alcohol debate together!

Aries & Alcohol is a podcast about cocktails - their inceptions, history, and contemporary appeal. Katarina Savignac and Crystal-Ann Dew host monthly episodes about a featured cocktail and its recipe, along with their impressions. Naturally, madness ensues. Together they discover what works and what definitely does not.

¡Hola! Te doy la bienvenida a Lo que nadie me contó del alcohol. Mi nombre es Aitana y en este podcast quiere ayudar a visibilizar la enfermedad del alcoholismo partiendo de mi experiencia como hija de una persona alcohólica. Quiero que juntos reflexionemos sobre el mundo del alcohol y todas las consecuencias que conlleva. Si te interesa este tema o pasas por algo parecido, te invito a que te quedes aquí conmigo y a que visites mi blog: www.loquenadiemecontodelalcohol.es

Russia is famous for its vodka, and its culture of extreme intoxication. But just as vodka is central to the lives of many Russians, it is also central to understanding Russian history and politics. In Vodka Politics, Mark Lawrence Schrad argues that debilitating societal alcoholism is not hard-wired into Russians' genetic code, but rather their autocratic political system, which has long wielded vodka as a tool of statecraft. Through a series of historical investigations stretching from Ivan the Terrible through Vladimir Putin, Vodka Politics presents the secret history of the Russian state itself.

The Alcohol-Free Sommelier is a fortnightly look at the world of No & Low alcohol drinks, hosted by Christine Parkinson. Meet the people who create, serve, sell and drink them. Find out the latest news on technology and ingredients, history, market trends and legal issues and of course, the drinks on the shelves right now. If it’s non-alcoholic, it’s here!

A full ounce of shameless honesty. A half ounce of well intentioned advice, mixed with a splash of ADHD and our best attempts at comedy. Dimas James & Hare McDonald can't wait to share a drink with you. This is for the community. This is for all of us. Follow us on Twitter @CommAlcohol Email us @ communityalcoholpodcast@gmail.com

Am I an alcoholic? www.peoplewithalcoholism.com teaches about alcoholic symptoms, alcohol dependence, and what to do if you have an alcohol problem. Learn strategies to stop drinking, the health effects of alcohol abuse, and signs of alcoholism from people with alcoholism. Get help and learn how to stop drinking, about benzodiazepines and drugs for alcohol withdrawal from our channel on substance abuse recovery. We provide alcohol detoxification strategies, alcohol use disorder treatment overviews, and other free resources to help you quit drinking and overcome alcoholism. Live a sober ...

The Alcohol Problem Podcast aims to explore the nature of problem drinking with Dr James Morris and a range of guests.One to one support for your drinking is available with Dr James Morris at www.drjamesmorris.com

Come and share a journey with two former craft beer enthusiasts who went from daily drinkers to teetotalers and never lost their love for each other or their love for their life together.

Hi, I'm Lindsay Hennekey, Sober Coach and Founder of Feel Good AF. This is a podcast for women who are sober or sober curious, looking for support in navigating a life without alcohol. I'm so glad you are here. You may be thinking: What does an alcohol-free life look like for me? How do I live a life without drinking that doesn’t feel like I am missing something? How do I move beyond alcohol and into the elevated version of myself that I know is inside of me. You are a hardworking, high-achieving, successful woman in so many areas of your life, who deserves to find a solution to the one ...

Jacki Vause and Lyle Fulton are delighted to announce the launch of a brand new podcast - The Rest Is...Alcohol! Dimoso CEO Jacki and actor, musician and writer Lyle, the team behind The Rest Is...PR, will be presenting a spin-off podcast on the subject of alcohol, alcoholism, and people's relationships with drinking. The pair open up about their own experiences with alcohol throughout their lives, with Jacki having been completely teetotal for a number of years now and Lyle having changed his mindset when it comes to drinking after an incident last year.This brand new podcast will be an open ...