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Mill Dust and Dreaming Bread takes listeners on a captivating journey through Scotland’s landscapes, legends, and lore. This rich tapestry of folk belief and folk magic uncovers the enduring connections between land, community, and spirit, rooted in the ancestral traditions of Scotland. From animistic practices and seasonal celebrations to the struggles of resilience against suppression, this book reclaims a marginalised cultural heritage and invites listeners to rediscover its relevance in the modern world.

"An amazing book." – Dan Lepard "The rich and fascinating story of bread." – Lily Vanilli "A brilliant, timely and important book full of compassion." – Olia Hercules "A fascinating exploration of our universal love of bread. David traces the past, present, and future of bread through his...

From the military kitchens which cook for soldiers and volunteers, to the chefs who shifted from fine dining to turning out hot meals and loaves of bread for families in need—food has become a central part of Ukraine's war effort. Food is a weapon, a lifeline, a means of survival. It's also a powerful symbol of national identity and memory for the millions of people who've been forced from their homes.

In this provocative and captivating dialogue, bell hooks and Cornel West come together to discuss the dilemmas, contradictions, and joys of Black intellectual life. The two friends and comrades in struggle talk, argue, and disagree about everything from community to capitalism in a series of intimate conversations that range from playful to probing to revelatory. In evoking the act of breaking bread, the book calls upon the various traditions of sharing that take place in domestic, secular, and sacred life.

How did white bread, once an icon of American progress, become "white trash"? In this lively history of bakers, dietary crusaders, and social reformers, Aaron Bobrow-Strain shows us that what we think about the humble, puffy loaf says a lot about who we are and what we want our society to look like. White Bread teaches us that when Americans debate what one should eat, they are also wrestling with larger questions of race, class, immigration, and gender.

A collection of voices our world often overlooks. Real conversations with friends who live on the street, inviting listeners to see people the way Jesus does — as neighbors worth knowing. Inspired by the call to “Love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:39).

Sometimes we wonder about how it is possible that a person came up with a complex idea out of nothing, or how people just thought, "Hey! Lets cook this weird plant there and eat it" If you are like me and wonder about all sorts of things, then look no further.In this podcast, I will ask and wonder about all sorts of things in this world, some real some fictional. Be aware that I am neither a scholar nor a professional in the topics I talk about. The point is to wonder and ask not to explain, I know you might know how something works but that takes away the magic of things.

Two archaeology-grad/crafter friends discuss food and domestic history

Welcome to The Bread We Need—where we serve up bold, unfiltered, and Adults-Only storytelling. Every episode brings you gripping, steamy, and thought-provoking tales that dive into life, love, and everything in between.No fluff, no filters—just real stories told with raw emotion and a touch of spice. If you’re tuning in at work or around little ears, grab those headphones.Come for the stories, stay for the vibes. This is The Bread We Need. 🍞🔥🎙

Hello All, and Welcome to my home! I am here to discuss various topics with anyone willing to talk to me. Get comfortable, let me know if you want me to get you a drink! There's no curfew in the Ginger Bread Man's Domain.

This charming book recounts the remarkable journey of the bagel from the tables of 17th-century Poland to the freezers of middle America today. The story is one of surprising connections between an unassuming ring-shaped roll and centuries of Polish, Jewish, and American history.