#43 Grapes: Wine, wealth, and worship

30/11/2025 24 min

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Episode Synopsis

From ancient vineyards to modern rituals, grapes have carried layers of meaning across civilizations. This episode explores how grapes became symbols of abundance, transformation, and the sacred, from Dionysian festivals in Greece to everyday family tables. We’ll trace their journey through myth, religion, and economy, uncovering how a simple fruit continues to shape human culture and identity.Would you like me to also draft a longer show notes version (2–3 paragraphs) that you could publish alongside the episode for listeners who want more context?