The History of Fresh Produce
History and produce with John Paap and Patrick Kelly
The History of Fresh Produce
History and produce with John Paap and Patrick Kelly
About The History of Fresh Produce
History and produce with John Paap and Patrick Kelly
Join John Paap and Patrick Kelly in this podcast series that explores the fascinating and often overlooked history of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Why Join The History of Fresh Produce as a Guest
Food-History Enthusiast Audience
You reach listeners deeply engaged in food history, agriculture, and cultural storytelling across 100+ episodes.
Expert-Led Interviews
You'll join a curated guest list of historians and cultural experts in a structured, story-driven interview format.
Credible, Researched Content
You contribute to a show known for historical accuracy, expert sourcing, and thoughtful cultural analysis.
Available on Major Platforms
Your episode is distributed via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more-ensuring wide and lasting reach.
Episode Angles & Guest Pitches
Apples Through the Ages
Explore how apples evolved from medieval staples to fragile modern icons.
Produce in Global Movements
Unpack how fruits and vegetables influenced revolutions and empires.
Fictional Worlds, Real Produce
Discuss how authors like Tolkien used produce to build immersive worlds.
Forgotten Agricultural Pioneers
Highlight unsung heroes like Nikolai Vavilov and their legacy in food science.
How You'd Contribute to the Show
Audience Takeaways
Listeners gain new historical and cultural insights into fruits and vegetables they thought they knew.
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The Ideal Guest
You're a great fit if you're a historian, food scholar, agricultural expert, or cultural storyteller with a passion for how produce has shaped civilization.
Recent Episodes
Cornellian Chats: Van Gogh, Organics, Tomatoes on Trial, and Freeze!
The History of Fresh Produce • Oct 30, 2025
Produce Poisons and Curses
The History of Fresh Produce • Oct 28, 2025
The History of Apples: Modern Fragility (Part 5)
The History of Fresh Produce • Oct 21, 2025
The History of Apples: The Colorful Victorian (Part 4)
The History of Fresh Produce • Oct 14, 2025
The History of Apples: America's Dependence (Part 3)
The History of Fresh Produce • Oct 7, 2025
The Tales Behind Apple Names (Livestream)
The History of Fresh Produce • Sep 30, 2025
The History of Apples: Medieval Times (Part 2)
The History of Fresh Produce • Sep 23, 2025
The History of Apples: Nomads, Gods and Emperors (Part 1)
The History of Fresh Produce • Sep 16, 2025
The History of Carrots
The History of Fresh Produce • Sep 9, 2025
Beneath Our Feet: The Hidden History of Soil
The History of Fresh Produce • Sep 2, 2025
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