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Join me as we dive deep into the story of plants, tracing their origins, exploring surrounding folklore, their influence on art and history, and rounding off with interesting medicinal and scientific facts. Tune in now 🎧🌱

  1. 3d ago

    Why Europe Was Terrified of the Tomato for 200 Years

    Tomatoes are in our salads, our sauces, our sandwiches, and our soups. It's hard to imagine pizza without it, or a summer garden without a few tomato plants growing in the corner.  But this wasn't always the case. For hundreds of years, the tomato was feared, avoided, and even blamed for killing people. It was called the "poison apple." It was linked to witchcraft. And in some places, it took over two hundred years before people were willing to put it on their plates. This is the story of how a small, sour, yellow fruit from the mountains of South America became one of the most beloved ingredients in the world.  Episode artwork: 1909 Bolgiano's Tomato- sourced from Wikimedia commons Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    Why Europe Was Terrified of the Tomato for 200 Years

  2. Jul 14

    The Salem Witch Trials: Did a Fungus Cause It?

    In 1692, twenty people were put to death in a small Puritan village for something that never really happened: witchcraft. For over three hundred years, people have blamed this on fear, superstition, and social pressure. But what if the real cause weren't witches or demons? What if it was something in their bread? This is the story of Salem witch trials, and of ergot fungus that may have started it all. Episode artwork: Witch Hill (The Salem Martyr)- sourced from wikimedia ______________ Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    The Salem Witch Trials: Did a Fungus Cause It?

  3. Jun 8

    The King of Fruits: A History of the Mango

    Why is the mango hailed across the globe as the "King of Fruits"? Simple Answer: Its history is a vibrant tale of trade, cultural migration, and royal obsession. In this episode, we trace the journey of the mango from its wild origins in South Asia to its status as a global culinary icon. Learn about the legends, folklore, and horticultural history that cemented its status on the throne of fruits. *I'm re-releasing this episode because it remains one of my personal favourites. It has a fascinating history that I didn't know about, and I enjoyed learning amazing facts during content curation. Also, since it's mango season, a re-release felt fitting. Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    The King of Fruits: A History of the Mango

  4. May 26

    Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Ancient Folklore

    Most people know rosemary as a kitchen herb. Something you strip from a sprig and toss over roasted potatoes. But for most of human history, it meant something else entirely. In this episode delve into the ancient folklore surrounding this aromatic herb, explaining why it was carried at weddings and funerals alike. Listen to the botanical history behind why civilisations from the Mediterranean to the modern day have associated rosemary with the human mind and memory. ____________________________________________________ Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Ancient Folklore

  5. Apr 28

    Ancient Aphrodisiacs: The Dangerous History of Plants

    For centuries, humans have scoured the botanical world in search of plants that spark desire. But this pursuit often came with a heavy price. In this episode, we explore the dangerous history of ancient aphrodisiacs, examining the plants that were prized for their potency and feared for their toxicity.  Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    Ancient Aphrodisiacs: The Dangerous History of Plants

  6. Mar 5

    The Date: A Story of Time, Faith & Science

    If you’ve ever walked through a desert oasis or browsed a market in the Middle East, you’ve seen them: towering palms that seem to defy the harshness of the sun. But the story of how this tree became the "Tree of Life" for millions is a fascinating detective story involving ancient DNA, archaeological mystery, and sacred tradition.  ________________________________________________________________________ Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    The Date: A Story of Time, Faith & Science

  7. Feb 2

    The Real Cost of Your Valentine's Day Flowers

    What is the real cost of your Valentine's flowers?  This episode uncovers the environmental damage and worker exploitation linked to cut-flowers from Kenya and Ethiopia. We shine a light on the use of harmful pesticides, low wages, and sexual harassment in a crisis that stays out of sight. Learn why these symbols of love often come at the cost of human dignity and environmental health. ________________________________________________________________________ Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    The Real Cost of Your Valentine's Day Flowers

  8. Jan 18

    Tulips: Stolen Bulbs, Ottoman Obsession & How They Conquered the World

    What better way to start the new year with the flower that represents fresh starts? Today we're looking at the tulip-a sign of hope and renewal.  When you imagine a tulip, you likely think of the Netherlands, but its path to becoming a Dutch icon involves empires, continents, and a midnight robbery. ________________________________________________ Support the show Join The Newsletter 📩  Get a wild historical fact, a fascinating science tidbit, a botanical quiz & much more to your inbox. Subscribe for free: https://rootsrevealed.org/#newsletter ____________________________________________________ *Royalty-free BGM "Clear Waters" Easy Lemon" ''Parting of Ways'' from incompetech.com **Royalty-free BGM from pixabay.com ***Podcast logo is designed by me _____________________________________________________ Got feedback or suggestions?💬  I’d love to hear from you! Drop a message at hello@rootsrevealed.org  Episode Details & Website Find full show notes for every episode: https://rootsrevealed.org/episodesVisit the official website: https://rootsrevealed.orgRead strange and fascinating plant stories: https://rootsrevealed.org/the-peculiar-herbarium

    Tulips: Stolen Bulbs, Ottoman Obsession & How They Conquered the World
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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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