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Whatever the form, whatever the treat - sugar drives us wild like nothing else. It’s lingered on our tongues for millennia and found its way into almost every household in the world. Alas, the history of sugar is far from sweet. Long before it was linked to America’s obesity epidemic, sugar was fueling the dark forces of exploitation, colonization, conquest, and slavery. More than just candy and cake, sugar has drastically altered the diets, cultures, and economies of the modern world. How can we love sugar while having a healthy relationship with its bittersweet history?

Remember those shows from your childhood and the lessons you learned from them? Yeah.... we weren't supposed to forget those...

Tales of Hardship, Love and Happiness in Tate & Lyle’s East End Factories. The Sugar Girls went straight to No.10 in the Sunday Times Bestseller List, spending five weeks in the top ten. ‘On an autumn day in 1944, Ethel Alleyne walked the short distance from her house to Tate & Lyle’s...

Artios at Home Podcast Equipping Parents. Enriching Learning. Strengthening the Family. The Artios at Home Podcast is your weekly companion to the Artios experience—designed to keep parents connected, confident, and Christ-centered as they walk alongside their children’s learning journey. Each episode offers a window into what’s being taught in the Lower and Upper Elementary Smart Start classrooms, unpacking themes from history, literature, art, music, and theatre—all through the lens of a biblical worldview. Hosted by seasoned educators and Artios leaders, this short-form podcast ...

On November 23, 1887, white vigilantes gunned down unarmed black laborers and their families due to strikes on Louisiana sugar cane plantations. A future member of the U.S. House of Representatives was among the leaders of a mob that routed black men from houses and forced them to a stretch of railroad track, ordering them to run for their lives before gunning them down. Author and award-winning reporter John DeSantis uses correspondence, interviews and federal records to detail this harrowing true story.

"Sugar Ray Robinson Audio Biography" is a captivating podcast that delves into the extraordinary life and legacy of one of the greatest boxers of all time, Sugar Ray Robinson. Listeners will be transported back in time, immersed in the gritty details of Robinson's rise from humble beginnings to become a true icon of the sport. Through insightful interviews, archival recordings, and vivid storytelling, this podcast offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the man behind the legend, showcasing his unparalleled talent, unwavering determination, and the profound impact he had on the ...

We tell our hairdresser everything, in detail. But some stories are just too good to be kept between four walls. So come with us, as a fly on the wall, to laugh and cry with us and our guests. Let’s celebrate ourselves and our history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Embark on a chilling journey with "Scream and Sugar: True Crime Coffee Hour," a riveting podcast hosted by Sahara Harrington and Candace Durand from Reno, NV. This dynamic duo brings a blend of true crime narratives, unsolved mysteries, and razor-sharp humor into each episode. Picture a dark roast of suspense - where shocking stories are served with a side of caffeinated banter that crafts a rich and potent brew of crime and local coffee inspiration. So, grab your mug, settle in, and let "Scream and Sugar" take you on a thrilling journey through the mysteries of the darker side.Contact us on ...

Part #1: What is convict leasing and why was it worse than slavery? This podcast is a first-of-its-kind, grassroots project designed by the board of The Society of Justice & Equality for the People of Sugar Land. (sojesjustice.org.) Thank you for listening! Stay tuned and tell a friend!