Mauricio Diaz Granados

Mauricio Diaz Granados, Chief Science Officer at the New York Botanical Garden, shares the fascinating journey of bananas from tropical origins to global staples. He discusses their surprising classification as berries and the impact of innovations in transportation that made them beloved in America. The conversation touches on the cultural significance of Chiquita Banana and the darker realities of the banana trade, including labor struggles and corporate power in Central America, revealing a complex legacy behind this beloved fruit.