In this episode we look at how we got to the global food system we have today, and the lessons that our past holds for a new, more local future.

This episode was produced by Stephen Abatiell.

Special thanks to Greg Cox, Jack Crowther, The Rutland Historical Society, The Vermont Historical Society, Bob Hauslien, Harley Sterling, WEXP, and the Saltash Serenaders.

Additional music in this episode by the Victor Herbert Orchestra.

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