Date: July 3, 2024 Legacy Makers: Stories of Black Inventors and Icons Title and Show Info Episode #4. The Life of Augustus Jackson: The Father of Ice Cream Featuring: Toni Davis (Host & Storyteller). Summary In this episode of "The Life of Augustus Jackson: The Father of Ice Cream," we journey through the remarkable life of Augustus Jackson, whose innovations transformed ice cream from a luxury to a beloved treat enjoyed by all. Born free in 1808 in Philadelphia, Gus’ early years were shaped by his mother’s culinary artistry and his own burgeoning passion for cooking. At twelve, he began his illustrious culinary career at the White House, where he refined his skills under the watchful eye of the nation's top chefs. Gus' determination and talent helped him to rise from a humble kitchen helper to the esteemed role of head cook, serving under three U.S. Presidents. Yet, it was his return to Philadelphia that marked the true beginning of his legacy. With entrepreneurial spirit and innovative techniques, he revolutionized the ice cream industry, making it smoother, creamier, and more accessible. His pioneering use of rock salt in the freezing process and his introduction of new flavors laid the foundation for what would become a multi-billion-dollar industry. Gus’ story is not just one of culinary genius but also of resilience and community. He broke barriers as an African American entrepreneur, using his success to uplift others. As we celebrate his contributions, we are reminded that every scoop of ice cream today carries the legacy of a man whose passion and innovation continue to bring joy to millions. Join us as we explore the life of Augustus Jackson—a tale of sweet success, community spirit, and the indomitable human spirit.   Highlights: 01:09- INTRO.   01:37- AUGUSTUS JACKSON’S BIRTH. 01:56- PENNSYLVANIA’S 1780, AN ACT FOR THE GRADUAL ABOLITION OF SLAVERY. 02:05- PARENTS. 05:33- EMPLOYED AS KITCHEN HELPER AT THE WHITE HOUSE IN D.C. 07:16- PROMOTED TO HEAD COOK. 07:44- COOKS FOR THREE US PRESIDENTS.  09:05- RETURNS TO PHILADELPHIA.  09:13- STARTS HIS OWN BUSINESS.  10:34- DISCOVERS THE ROCK SALT METHOD.  11:03- DEVELOPS DIFFERENT ICE CREAM FLAVORS.  11:33- NAMES HIS BRAND OF ICE CREAM “PHILADELPHIA STYLE”.  11:45- SELLS HIS ICE CREAM $1/QUART.  12:45- BECOMES A PILLAR OF THE COMMUNITY AND A MENTOR.  13:53- DEATH.  14:31- DAUGHTER TAKES OVER THE BUSINESS.  14:38- WIFE HELPS WITH THE BUSINESS.  16:32- MODERN ICE CREAM TECHNIQUES.  17:13- HIS ICE CREAM TECHNIQUE IS STILL USED.  20:05- MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR ICE CREAM INDUSTRY.  20:35- NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH.  22:06- TODAY’S VALUE OF HIS ICE CREAM. Subscribe to the podcast.   Links To Additional Resources: Augustus Jackson (1808-1852) [Children's Edition] • (blackpast.org) Augustus Jackson - Wikipedia Black History Month: The Father of Ice Cream - Frozen Dessert Supplies Ice Cream Man: How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better (Book Review) | Here Wee Read Ice Cream Man : How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better - Stories Like Me How Chef Augustus Jackson Changed Ice Cream Forever (yahoo.com) PowerPoint Presentation (manoogian.org) Did Augustus Jackson invent ice cream? - New Statesman Ice Cream History - Hemings, Jackson, Cralle | The Kitchn THANK A BLACK PERSON: Augustus Jackson, the Father of Modern Ice Cream Making | by Janice R Littlejohn | Medium Ice cream man: how Augustus Jackson made a sweet treat better | Citrus Libraries (aspendiscovery.org) Ice Cream Man: How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better (publishersweekly.com) ICE CREAM MAN: HOW AUGUSTUS JACKSON MADE A SWEET TREAT BETTER – WRITERS' RUMPUS (writersrumpus.com) Ice cream man : how Augustus Jackson made a sweet treat better - Brooklyn Public Library (bklynlibrary.org) Ice Cream Man: How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better | National Agriculture in the Classroom (agclassroom.org) Ice Cream Man: How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better by Kim Freeman, Glenda Armand | The Scholastic Parent Store Why Augustus Jackson Is Called the Father of Ice Cream | Cook's Country (americastestkitchen.com) Augustus Jackson at emaze Presentation DROP of Black History - Augustus Jackson - THE DROP (thedrop303.org) Augustus Jackson, the 'father of ice cream' you probably didn't know (blackfacts.com) Augustus Jackson - MOFAD | The Legacy Quilt Project at MOFAD Who Invented Ice Cream? (thoughtco.com) Ice Cream Man: How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better | Reading Rockets Ice Cream Man: How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better by Glenda Armand and Kim Freeman - The Radical Agenda Ice Cream Man: How Augustus Jackson Made a Sweet Treat Better - A Book And A Hug Augustus Jackson / SamePassage Augustus Jackson - Wikiwand Ice cream man : how Augustus Jackson made a sweet treat better / | Larchmont Public Library (larchmontlibrary.org) Augustus Jackson - MOFAD | The Legacy Quilt Project at MOFAD Augustus Jackson by Leo kelson on Prezi Pennsylvania - An Act for the Gradual Abolition of Slavery, 1780 | American Battlefield Trust (battlefields.org) $1 in 1832 → 2024 | Inflation Calculator (officialdata.org)

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