Episode 48: The Dark & Scary History of Potatoes

Before fries, chips, and mashed potatoes… there was chaos.In this episode, we’re digging into the wild, dark, and surprisingly dramatic history of the potato—from being feared as poisonous, to fueling population booms, to causing one of the most devastating famines in history.Potatoes changed the course of human history more than almost any other crop, and their rise wasn’t exactly smooth. If you’ve ever taken this humble tuber for granted, this episode might just change your mind.Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-gir… us on Apple Podcasts:podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-pod… us on Instagram:instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Epic Gardening:shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*