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Monday 3rd March 2025

Explore how alcohol shaped French colonial North Africa with Dr. Nina Studer. Discover its impact on culture, identity, and society.
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Alcohol's Role in History: A Deep Dive with Dr. Nina Studer

Episode Overview

  • Alcohol was seen as part of French cultural identity.
  • The French distinguished between 'hygienic' and 'dangerous' alcoholic beverages.
  • Muslim abstinence was viewed as a challenge to French colonial authority.
  • Vineyards existed in North Africa before French colonisation.
  • Total abstinence has historically proven unproductive.
Alcohol was not just a drink, but a marker of cultural difference and a carrier of identity
Ever wondered how alcohol shaped societies in history? This episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery' dives into the fascinating topic of alcohol through the eyes of Swiss medical historian, Dr. Nina Studer. She takes you on a journey to French-colonised North Africa, exploring how alcohol consumption was intertwined with cultural identity and colonial power dynamics.
From the French distinction between 'hygienic' and 'dangerous' alcoholic beverages to the surprising presence of vineyards in Muslim regions, this episode offers a unique perspective on the historical significance of alcohol. Nina also touches on the broader questions of gender, class, and national identity, making this an episode rich with insights and historical anecdotes. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about how past societies navigated alcohol consumption, you'll find this discussion both enlightening and engaging.
Don't miss out on learning how alcohol served as a lens to understand larger societal issues. Tune in to get a fresh take on history that you won't find in textbooks!
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