Every week, Central Marc dives into alternative history and what-if scenarios across a broad range of subjects where a scenario is worked out that is provided b...
#4 The Crop That Scaled Civilization - What if the potato never reached Europe?
š Episode Summary:Fourth episode. This episode uncovers how one crop scaled entire countries, and led to massive urbanization and population growth; also attempting to find some modern parallels. The Potato King, Potato Vodka & the Irish Famine. šRecommended Reading:The Potato's Contribution to Population and Urbanization: Evidence From A Historical Experiment (Nathan Nunn & Nancy Qian, 2011)šļø Like this episode?š Follow Central Marc onā ā ā Spotifyā ā ā ,ā ā ā Apple Podcastsā ā ā , andā ā ā Goodpodsā ā ā š² Join the Discussion:ā ā ā Blueskyā ā ā |ā ā ā Instagramā ā ā Leave a Review onā ā Podchaserā
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#3 Why are New Yorkers and the Dutch both so direct? [Part 3, Q&A]
š Episode Summary:
Third episode. The final one on Dutch NYC, where we answer questions from listeners on directness, sports culture, unique facts, comparison with Londoners & the port.
š Recommended Reading:
De Tawl: Hoe de Nederlandse taal (Bijna) Amerika veroverdeĀ (Philip Drƶge, 2023)
Youtube link to Pella Dutch example
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#2 What would have come of NYC if it still were New Amsterdam [Part 2]
š Episode Summary:
Second episode. Where we focus on the economical and cultural developments in Dutch NYC.
š Recommended Reading:
Gotham: A History of New York City to 1898 (Mike Wallace & Edwin Burrows, 1998)
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#1 What would have come of NYC if it still were New Amsterdam [Part 1]
š Episode Summary:
Pilot episode. Discussing the first statement: how would New York City have developed if it had stayed under Dutch rule, the lost story of New Amsterdam.
š Recommended Reading:
The Island at the Center of the World: The Epic Story of Dutch Manhattan and the Forgotten Colony That Shaped AmericaĀ (Russell Shorto, 2005)
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Every week, Central Marc dives into alternative history and what-if scenarios across a broad range of subjects where a scenario is worked out that is provided by you, the listener. We dive into the forces shaping our world from central topics in world history to global shifts, this podcast brings a fresh perspective and a dash of humor to navigate the world's complexities. Perfect for curious minds eager to explore the trends, ideas, and stories behind the history. Hosted by Marc Houben, with a background in history, economics, and business strategy and has lived in the NYC, London, and NL.
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