Tributaries

Etowah Marble


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This episode, we unpack the story of Etowah Marble, the stone from which the Pink Palace Mansion is built.  We speak with Dr. Julie Johnson of the University of Memphis to understand how marble is formed, and take a look at how this stone is tied up in the history of America, from the Trail of Tears to the creation of modern grocery stores.  Music by Sully Allen, Boon, Drop Ceiling, and Caroline Ford.  Produced by Luke Ramsey and Katie Quinlan
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