Exploring the Global Impact of Chili Farming | Hot or Not: ??? TSW: Ep 134

🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 134:

🌶️ From ancient rituals to billion-dollar industries, chili peppers have shaped history, culture, and the global economy in ways you’ve never imagined. In this episode of The Swear Word, we take a fiery journey through the origins of chilies in the Americas, their spread across the globe through trade, their role in iconic cuisines, and the massive modern chili economy.

Discover how chilies became more than just food—they became culture, medicine, and even innovation for the future. From Mexican mole and Indian curries to Sriracha and hot sauce empires, this episode explores the profound global impact of chili farming and where it’s headed next.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:
• The ancient roots and early uses of chilies in the Americas
• How chilies spread worldwide during the Columbian Exchange
• The role of chilies in iconic global cuisines and cultural rituals
• The modern chili economy, from farms to pharmaceuticals
• The future of chilies: sustainability, innovation, and super-hots

Whether you’re a chilihead, a food history fan, or just curious about how one crop changed the world, this is the fiery deep dive you didn’t know you needed.

👉 Whether you’re a seasoned chilihead or just starting your spicy journey, this episode is packed with flavor, facts, and fiery insights.
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