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The History of Chocolate

The History of Chocolate

FromYou're Dead to Me


The History of Chocolate

FromYou're Dead to Me

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Length:
50 minutes
Released:
Mar 20, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Greg Jenner is joined by chocolate historian Alex Hutchinson and British TV legend Richard Osman to explore the culinary and cultural history of chocolate - Britain's favourite confectionery.

Just what did the Maya use to flavour their cacao? How did cacao become chocolate and find its way into our shops and hearts? And why did a family feud change the entire branding of a much loved chocolate bar?


A Muddy Knees Media production for BBC Radio 4
Released:
Mar 20, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. Greg Jenner brings together the best names in comedy and history to learn and laugh about the past.