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A brief history of cannibalism | Bill Schutt

A brief history of cannibalism | Bill Schutt

FromTED-Ed: Lessons Worth Sharing


A brief history of cannibalism | Bill Schutt

FromTED-Ed: Lessons Worth Sharing

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Length:
5 minutes
Released:
Jul 25, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

15th century Europeans believed they had hit upon a miracle cure: a remedy for epilepsy, hemorrhage, bruising, nausea and virtually any other medical ailment. It was a brown powder known as "mumia," and was made by grinding up mummified human flesh. But just how common is human cannibalism, and how do cultures partake in it? Bill Schutt explores the complex history of cannibalism. [Directed by Basa, narrated by Addison Anderson].
Released:
Jul 25, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

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