Episode
The Myth of Absinthe
59:27
Published: Thu May 26 2022
Description
Absinthe makes you hallucinate and possibly even have a seizure, right? Nope. It's all a part of the myth of absinthe, which is really just a bitter tasting liquor with a bad reputation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
Two podcast recommendations: How to Money covers practical topics about personal finance, while The Mantawalk Caves is a new podcast to listen for.
00:00 - 02:11 (02:11)
Summary
Two podcast recommendations: How to Money covers practical topics about personal finance, while The Mantawalk Caves is a new podcast to listen for.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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This podcast episode discusses the dangerous ritual of drinking absinthe which involves lighting sugar on fire and is often portrayed in popular culture such as in Moulin Rouge.
02:11 - 05:52 (03:41)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the dangerous ritual of drinking absinthe which involves lighting sugar on fire and is often portrayed in popular culture such as in Moulin Rouge. The hosts warn against this practice and highlight the negative health effects of absinthe consumption.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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This podcast discusses the main ingredients of absinthe, the process of making it, and some of its medical benefits.
05:52 - 10:35 (04:42)
Summary
This podcast discusses the main ingredients of absinthe, the process of making it, and some of its medical benefits.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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Wormwood, the plant used in making absinthe, is so bitter that one ounce of its extract can be detected in 524 gallons of water.
10:35 - 18:47 (08:12)
Summary
Wormwood, the plant used in making absinthe, is so bitter that one ounce of its extract can be detected in 524 gallons of water. Despite its reputation for causing hallucinations, it is nearly impossible to consume enough wormwood to have this effect.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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Historians debate who invented gin, but it's known that it originated from distilled grape spirits.
18:48 - 25:48 (06:59)
Summary
Historians debate who invented gin, but it's known that it originated from distilled grape spirits. Nowadays, gin is typically made with a vodka base, but an authentic version can be made using grape spirits, and it's suggested to use fresh ingredients for the most taste.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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Absinthe's rise in popularity in the late 19th century led to an increase in wine prices, making Absinthe the new drink of choice for the working class due to its affordability.
25:48 - 28:28 (02:39)
Summary
Absinthe's rise in popularity in the late 19th century led to an increase in wine prices, making Absinthe the new drink of choice for the working class due to its affordability.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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The speaker describes how they used to enjoy the ritual of making beer, but as they've gotten older, they've lost interest and wonder how they used to drink so much of it.
28:29 - 31:37 (03:07)
Summary
The speaker describes how they used to enjoy the ritual of making beer, but as they've gotten older, they've lost interest and wonder how they used to drink so much of it.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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This podcast episode discusses the life of a famous French artist who was renowned for his love for Absinthe and the impact of the drink on the French working class.
31:38 - 37:52 (06:13)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the life of a famous French artist who was renowned for his love for Absinthe and the impact of the drink on the French working class. The theory that the bright green color of Absinthe contributed to its popularity is also explored.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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In 1905, Jean Laffray's horrific domestic homicide case, after drinking two ounces of absinthe, caught the attention of the public, and absinthe started to get banned around the world.
37:52 - 50:48 (12:56)
Summary
In 1905, Jean Laffray's horrific domestic homicide case, after drinking two ounces of absinthe, caught the attention of the public, and absinthe started to get banned around the world. The temperance movement, supported surprisingly by the wine industry, managed to create a huge target on the back of absinthe.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
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The process for making absinthe involves putting in a small amount of the liquor into the glass, twisting the glass around, and sometimes using an atomizer to get a fancy design.
50:48 - 55:48 (05:00)
Summary
The process for making absinthe involves putting in a small amount of the liquor into the glass, twisting the glass around, and sometimes using an atomizer to get a fancy design.
EpisodeThe Myth of Absinthe
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Maya Lau hosts Other People's Pockets, a show where people share their financial mistakes and money hacks, emphasizing the importance of salary transparency.
55:48 - 59:25 (03:37)
Summary
Maya Lau hosts Other People's Pockets, a show where people share their financial mistakes and money hacks, emphasizing the importance of salary transparency. Though Josh failed to make reference to a classic Simpson's episode, wherein Moe transforms the tavern into a swanky club, named M, the podcast is still worth a listen.