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The old folks knew things science is just now catchin’ up to. Remedies whispered from porch swings and pinewood kitchens, passed down in the language of cast-iron and calloused hands. And in the heart of every cure—something golden, something ancient.
Turmeric, they called it. A root dug from the earth, sharp on the tongue, warm like a memory. Granny swore by it for achin’ joints and tired bones, stirring it into stews and steeping it in teas. Not just for flavor, no—this was medicine, the kind that don’t come in bottles but from the wisdom of soil and seed.
Tonight, we’re unravelin’ the mystery of this golden spice, diggin’ deep into its past, and seein’ how it can fit right into a Southern table where tradition and health shake hands over a simmerin’ pot. So pull up a chair, settle in close—this is Cornbread & Buttermilk, and tonight, we’re stirrin’ up somethin’ old made new again.
Disclaimer:
Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and enjoy the journey of good food and well-being!
You can find Edward Phillips on YouTube. Go to @Edwardphillipsroots for more of his music. Learn about the history behind the Delta and Piedmont Blues. Edward brings the music of Sun House, Blind Willie Johnson, and Robert Johnson to life with his stories.
Cornbread and Miguel lay hands on the land.
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Disclaimer:
Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and enjoy the journey of good food and well-being!
Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.
Let us know if you enjoyed the program. What’s on your mind? We would love to hear from you. Contact us at: [email protected]
Title: Ragged and Dirty
Performed by: William Brown
Recorded by: Alan Lomax
From the album: Negro Blues and Hollers
Courtesy of: American Folklife Center, Library of Congress
You can reach History By Mail for more information at, www.historybymail.com
Listen to @EdwardPhillipsRoots on YouTube. You can watch, “The Electronic Juke Joint” Live stream, with Edward on Wednesday Nights at 8:30 p.m. E.T. where Edward takes song request from his liste...
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The old folks knew things science is just now catchin’ up to. Remedies whispered from porch swings and pinewood kitchens, passed down in the language of cast-iron and calloused hands. And in the heart of every cure—something golden, something ancient.
Turmeric, they called it. A root dug from the earth, sharp on the tongue, warm like a memory. Granny swore by it for achin’ joints and tired bones, stirring it into stews and steeping it in teas. Not just for flavor, no—this was medicine, the kind that don’t come in bottles but from the wisdom of soil and seed.
Tonight, we’re unravelin’ the mystery of this golden spice, diggin’ deep into its past, and seein’ how it can fit right into a Southern table where tradition and health shake hands over a simmerin’ pot. So pull up a chair, settle in close—this is Cornbread & Buttermilk, and tonight, we’re stirrin’ up somethin’ old made new again.
Disclaimer:
Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and enjoy the journey of good food and well-being!
You can find Edward Phillips on YouTube. Go to @Edwardphillipsroots for more of his music. Learn about the history behind the Delta and Piedmont Blues. Edward brings the music of Sun House, Blind Willie Johnson, and Robert Johnson to life with his stories.
Cornbread and Miguel lay hands on the land.
Ad for Edward Phillips Electronic Juke Joint
Disclaimer:
Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and enjoy the journey of good food and well-being!
Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.
Let us know if you enjoyed the program. What’s on your mind? We would love to hear from you. Contact us at: [email protected]
Title: Ragged and Dirty
Performed by: William Brown
Recorded by: Alan Lomax
From the album: Negro Blues and Hollers
Courtesy of: American Folklife Center, Library of Congress
You can reach History By Mail for more information at, www.historybymail.com
Listen to @EdwardPhillipsRoots on YouTube. You can watch, “The Electronic Juke Joint” Live stream, with Edward on Wednesday Nights at 8:30 p.m. E.T. where Edward takes song request from his liste...