Luis Zambrano, a biology professor, and David Corbayo, an anthropology expert, delve into the fascinating world of Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital. They discuss its ingenious agricultural practices like chinampas, which sustained a city on a lake without traditional livestock. Listeners will discover the unique diet of the Aztecs, featuring items like insect eggs and axolotls, and explore the cultural significance of these foods. The conversation also touches on modern implications for sustainable urban food systems and efforts to revive this extraordinary heritage.
