The Lawfare Podcast

Chatter: Fabric, Dyes, Glamour, and International Affairs, with Virginia Postrel

Apr 18, 2024
Author and speaker Virginia Postrel discusses the history and impact of fabric-making, dyes, and textile trade. Topics include the value of purple in the Roman Empire, China's silk espionage, Spain's red dye monopoly, modern sneaker culture, and glamour in politics and fashion.
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