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    How Beer Gave Us Civilization

    Dr. Brian D. Hayden is a professor at Simon Fraser University in the Department of Archaeology. He co-authored a recent paper suggesting that our ancestors were brewing beer as early as 13,000 years ago. You can also read the New York Times' article that peaked our interest.

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    By Evan Kleiman • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Dr. Brian D. Hayden is a professor at Simon Fraser University in the Department of Archaeology. He co-authored a recent paper suggesting that our ancestors were brewing beer as early as 13,000 years ago. You can also read the New York Times' article that peaked our interest.

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    The full episode

    4 of 7
    Nam Prik; Vegan Celebrities; Molecular Gastronomy at Home
    1. 0:00Market Report
    2. 8:01How to Peel Fava Beans Quickly
    3. 15:10Nam Prik, the Ultimate Condiment
    4. 24:11How Beer Gave Us CivilizationYou’re reading this
    5. 33:20Molecular Gastronomy for the Home Cook
    6. 41:45Tamarind of London Arrives in Newport Beach
    7. 49:36Celebrities Make the Case for Vegetarianism
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