On the debut episode of A Little Bit Ritchie, we discuss the early settler history of Strathcona, Edmonton, including the namesake of our neighbourhood—Robert Ritchie—and many of his endeavours. We introduce the early food politics of the area, which includes a discussion about Treaty 6 and the Home Farms Program. Then we touch on the evolution of South Edmonton, to Strathcona, to the City of Edmonton, followed by a look into the formation of Ritchie.

For detailed show notes and a transcription of this episode, visit https://www.ritchie-league.com/a-little-bit-ritchie-blog/episode-01

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