Brief, warm, Carmen‑style description: A quick dive into how sugar shaped our bodies, our cravings, and entire empires , from ancient sweetness to modern excess, and why this tiny crystal still rules our rituals, memories, and economies.

Brief, warm, Carmen‑style description: A quick dive into how sugar shaped our bodies, our cravings, and entire empires , from ancient sweetness to modern excess, and why this tiny crystal still rules our rituals, memories, and economies.

Brief, warm, Carmen‑style description: A quick dive into how sugar shaped our bodies, our cravings, and entire empires , from ancient sweetness to modern excess, and why this tiny crystal still rules our rituals, memories, and economies.

#59 Sugar: From cane to candy

Anthropology Bites is Carmen Vega-Reina’s vibrant podcast where food becomes a portal into culture, memory, and human connection. Each episode explores the history, symbolism, and personal stories behind everyday ingredients—from licorice root to shishito peppers—blending anthropology with storytelling in a friendly tone. It’s like sitting at the kitchen table or a coffee shop with a friend who sees the world in flavors and feelings.

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#59 Sugar: From cane to candy

#59 Sugar: From cane to candy