Let's Talk Beer: Culture And History

How Did Beer & Pottery Create Early European Society?


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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating connections between beer, pottery, and early European society, as explored in Jan Turek’s scholarly article, “Beer, Pottery, Society, and Early European Identity.”

Join us as we discuss how beer, made from surplus barley during the Neolithic and Copper Age, became a social and economic cornerstone that helped shape the complex social structures of early European cultures.
We’ll explore the role of pottery in the production and consumption of beer, and how the evolution of ceramic vessels was closely tied to the growing significance of beer in these ancient communities. We'll also touch on the gender dynamics involved in brewing and drinking rituals, and how these ceremonies reinforced social identities. Plus, we’ll look at how this tradition of beer consumption has influenced European identity from its ancient roots all the way to the present day.
Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about the role of beer in human culture, this conversation is sure to be a brew of insight and intrigue!
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Interested in our discussion? Read the original paper at https://www.academia.edu/44106089/Jan_Turek_2020_Beer_Pottery_Society_and_Early_European_Identity_Archaeologies_Journal_of_the_World_Archaeological_Congress_Volume_16_No_2_pp_396_423_https_doi_org_10_1007_s11759_020_09406_7

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