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Plants of the Gods: Hallucinogens, Healing, Culture and Conservation podcast
Plants of the Gods: S5E5. Part 2 — Coffee, the World’s Favorite Stimulant — Chemistry, History, and More
Dec 13, 2023
Explore the origins and cultural significance of coffee, from its botanical history to its role as a catalyst for revolutionary ideas. Learn about the intellectual power of coffee houses and their influence on famous figures. Discover how coffee played a unique role in Communist Romania. Delve into the specialty coffee movement and its origins on the West Coast.
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- Coffee houses in Europe acted as centers of intellectual fervor during the Enlightenment, facilitating the development and dissemination of new concepts.
- The specialty coffee movement emerged as a countercultural response prioritizing quality, flavor, and sustainability, closely linked to the rise of Silicon Valley.
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The Botanical History of Coffee
Coffee has a rich botanical history and was introduced in South America by the Dutch East India Company, leading to a high demand in Europe. Notable figures such as Johann Sebastian Bach and Honoré de Bozak expressed their love for coffee through music and literature, highlighting its impact on creativity and ideation.
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