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Episode 133: Breaking Bread With Companions

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Episode Episode 133: Breaking Bread With Companions

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In this episode, we explore words associated with mealtime in the Middle Ages. We also examine the important role of bread in medieval meals and impact of bread-related terms on the English language. Finally, we look at the important role of table manners as outlined in an early English etiquette guide called the Boke of Curtasye.

TRANSCRIPT: EPISODE 133

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