I Take History With My Coffee

Bruce Boyce
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I Take History With My Coffee

Discover the fascinating world of Early Modern History in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee. "I Take History With My Coffee" is a history podcast that brings you engaging and accessible history education through captivating historical storytelling. From the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, we explore pivotal events, influential figures, and untold stories that shaped our modern world. Whether you're a seasoned history enthusiast or just curious, this podcast makes history come alive with evidence-based insights and compelling narratives that connect the past to our present with a global perspective. Join me, a public historian and educator, and rediscover the relevance of history today! Listen now and rediscover the joy of history.

  1. -13 H

    60: The Two Sphere Model and the Foundations of Scientific Change

    Send Me A Text MessageThe endurance of the two-sphere model of the universe demonstrates how scientific frameworks persist when they successfully explain observations and integrate with broader systems of thought. For nearly two thousand years, this model—which placed Earth at the center of the cosmos surrounded by rotating celestial spheres—provided a compelling explanation for celestial phenomena while aligning with intuitive human experience and religious understanding.Alternative theories...

    28 min

  2. 20 NOV.

    59: How Silver Revolutionized World Trade

    Send Me A Text MessageThe Spanish-American silver trade of the early modern period marks a pivotal moment in global economic history, representing a first step toward true economic globalization. Spanish America emerged as the world's dominant silver producer, generating 80% of global output through sophisticated mining operations in Mexico and Peru. This massive production was made possible by technological innovations and sustained through different labor systems - wage labor in Mexico and ...

    28 min

  3. 8 NOV.

    58: From New World Silver to Old World Crisis: The Price Revolution Explained

    Send Me A Text MessageWhat exactly was the driving force behind the 16th-century price revolution, and how did it transform the economic landscape of Europe? On this episode of "I Take History With My Coffee," we promise to unravel these questions, shedding light on this captivating period marked by dramatic inflation. Join us as we explore the complex interplay of factors that scholars believe fueled this economic upheaval. From the influx of precious metals from the Americas to the populati...

    25 min

  4. 25 OCT.

    57: Money, Markets, and Banks: The Evolution of Modern Finance in the 16th Century

    Send Me A Text MessageStep into the vibrant world of medieval and early modern Europe, where the foundations of modern finance were forged in the crucible of international trade. Our journey begins in the crowded market squares of late medieval cities, where merchants grappled with a chaos of currencies and the perils of transporting precious metals across dangerous roads. Through their ingenuity, these traders developed revolutionary solutions that would transform the very nature of money it...

    31 min

  5. 9 OCT.

    56: Gender, Labor, and Economic Change in Early Modern Europe

    Send Me A Text MessageHave you ever wondered how Early Modern European women thrived in the workforce despite restrictions limiting their roles? Join us on a captivating journey through time as we promise a fresh perspective on gender, work, and economic transformation. This eye-opening exploration takes you beyond the grand narratives of international trade to reveal the diverse and vital roles women played in shaping the economic landscape of the time. From the remarkable story of Glückel o...

    28 min

  6. 26 SEPT.

    55: The Rise of Wage Labor in Early Modern Europe

    Send Me A Text MessageIn this captivating episode, we explore the dramatic transformation of European labor markets during the Early Modern period, a transition that laid the foundation for modern capitalism. Our journey begins with the Black Death, a catastrophic event that paradoxically empowered workers and weakened feudalism, setting the stage for profound economic changes. We'll trace the rise of the innovative putting-out system, where savvy merchant capitalists revolutionized productio...

    28 min

  7. 14 SEPT.

    54: From Fairs to Finance: The Evolution of Global Trade

    Send Me A Text MessageJourney through centuries of economic evolution in this captivating exploration of global trade. We begin with Hans Holbein the Younger's portrait of Georg Giese, a 16th-century Hanseatic merchant, offering a window into the pivotal role of traders in shaping early modern commerce. From there, we trace the emergence of Europe's first world economy in the 11th-13th centuries, examining how city-states rose to prominence as hubs of extensive trading networks. Our voyage co...

    27 min

  8. 29 AOÛT

    53: To Market, To Market

    Send Me A Text MessageIn this episode of "I Take History with My Coffee," we explore the critical role markets have played in ensuring fair trade and supporting local economies. We get an overview of different markets from ancient Rome and Greece to the intricate trading systems of medieval Europe, the Islamic world, China, India, and West Africa.This captivating episode focuses on the fascinating world of medieval markets. We'll explore how simple village exchanges transformed into complex t...

    29 min
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Discover the fascinating world of Early Modern History in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee. "I Take History With My Coffee" is a history podcast that brings you engaging and accessible history education through captivating historical storytelling. From the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, we explore pivotal events, influential figures, and untold stories that shaped our modern world. Whether you're a seasoned history enthusiast or just curious, this podcast makes history come alive with evidence-based insights and compelling narratives that connect the past to our present with a global perspective. Join me, a public historian and educator, and rediscover the relevance of history today! Listen now and rediscover the joy of history.

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  • Création
    Bruce Boyce
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    61
  • Classification
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    © 2024 I Take History With My Coffee
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