Listen "The Forgotten Female Brewmasters: From Goddesses to Witches"
Episode Synopsis
Explore the captivating history of women in the beer industry! For thousands of years, women dominated beer brewing, revered as goddesses, talented brewsters, and miraculous saints. From ancient civilizations to medieval Europe, women were the primary brewers until accusations of witchcraft emerged. Discover how societal shifts in the 16th century led to the decline of female brewers and changed the beer industry forever.
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