In our 7th and final episode of Season 3, Amanda and Kleanza archaeologist, Gwen Topacio invite UCLA art historian and Associate Director for Research and Knowledge Creation at the Getty Research Institute, Nancy Um, to share her extensive knowledge around the subject of coffee. It turns out that Nancy and Gwen both share a great enthusiasm and curiosity about the subject and their conversation is a delight! From origins, colonization, and globalization; to the archaeology of vessels, and the power within the walls of coffee houses; to brewing methods, kinship, and making memories, coffee has a very special place in history and in our lives every day. We hope you enjoy this lively exchange, and if you are interested in learning more, please check out the links to Nancy’s books here:

The Merchant Houses of Mocha: Trade and Architecture in an Indian Ocean Port:

https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/the-merchant-houses-of-mocha-trade-and-architecture-in-an-indian-ocean-port/9780295989112.html

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Shipped but not Sold: Material Culture and the Social Protocols of Trade during Yemen’s Age of Coffee:

https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/shipped-but-not-sold-material-culture-and-the-social-protocols-of-trade-during-yemens-age-of-coffee/9780824893927.html