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Blood Diamond / Blood Chocolate

Power Corrupts

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Cocoa's Dark Journey: From Luxury to Exploitation

This chapter traces the historical journey of cocoa from its revered origins in ancient Mesoamerican cultures to its status as a beloved chocolate treat today. It explores the troubling realities of child labor and exploitation in the cocoa industry, particularly in West Africa, and reveals the disconnect between cocoa farmers and the global chocolate market. The narrative also examines how economic disparities and conflict have shaped the cocoa trade, urging listeners to reconsider the ethical implications of their chocolate consumption.

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