Jane Peyton is one of Britain’s most celebrated drinks experts—an award-winning author, broadcaster, and founder of the School of Booze, renowned for her engaging education on beer, cider, and wine. As the UK’s first certified Pommelier (cider sommelier) and Beer Sommelier of the Year, Jane has written eleven books on alcoholic drinks, spearheaded Beer Day Britain, and earned accolades including a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest beer tasting. Her passion for the cultural history of alcohol, pub heritage, and the evolving drinks landscape has made her a sought-after voice on radio, TV, and historic pub tours.

Why do pubs hold such a unique place in British life? What are the health and nutritional debates around alcohol? How are non-alcoholic drinks and changing attitudes redefining social drinking? Jane and Jacob Watson-Howland explore the economics of Wetherspoons, the benefits of moderate consumption, and the educational mission behind the School of Booze.

Expect myth-busting insights on alcohol’s history, the overlooked contributions of women brewers, the real story behind pub culture, and the future of drinking in a rapidly changing world

#alcohol #history #britain #pubs

Read Jane’s books:

https://www.school-of-booze.com/product-category/books/

Jane’s Socials:

Insta: @school.of.booze

Twitter: @schoolofbooze

00:00 The Origins of Alcoholic Beverages

03:04 The Role of Women in Brewing History

05:59 Historical Drinking Habits: Beer vs. Water

09:07 The Status of Wine and Spirits in Society

12:13 The Gin Craze and Its Societal Impact

15:02 The Evolution of Beer and Its Cultural Significance

18:01 The Science Behind Alcohol and Sociability

21:09 The Surprising Benefits of Alcohol

24:02 Myths and Misconceptions About Alcohol

27:02 The Changing Landscape of Pubs in Britain

29:58 Cultural Impacts of Declining Pubs

32:48 The Future of Pubs in a Digital Age

46:59 The Evolution of Pubs and Their Appeal

49:26 Regulations and Their Impact on Alcohol Consumption

52:53 Historical Context of Alcohol Regulations

56:45 The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Beverages

01:00:33 Peer Pressure and Alcohol Consumption

01:04:55 Health Implications of Alcohol Consumption

01:09:30 Nutritional Benefits of Alcoholic Beverages

01:14:50 Wetherspoons: A Case Study in Pub Economics

01:17:53 The School of Booze: Education and Consultancy

Every week, learn photography secrets from history's greatest minds. Enjoy new podcasts and blog episodes 12 hours before anyone else. Plus, unlock my exclusive reading list, packed with life-changing books. Get it all now, for free!

https://naturewithjacob.substack.com

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacobjwatsonhowland

Website

www.jacobwatsonhowland.com

Hans Abbing PhD is a cultural economist, artist, and author known for his work 'Why Are Artists Poor?

Expect to learn the unique economic dynamics of the art world, addressing common myths and misconceptions about the value and allure of art.

What will be the impact of technology and AI on art production, the role of government subsidies, and why the arts are so appealing to young creatives?

Expect to learn the importance of self-education and business acumen for artists, the evolving digital landscape, and strategies for sustaining a career in the arts, and much more!

Abbing also shares personal experiences with art dealers, the importance of networking, and the role of audience interpretation in the creation of art.

#Art #creativity #arteconomy

Hans Abbing’s books, a must-read for anyone trying to understand and thrive in the art world:

Why Are Artists Poor? https://amzn.to/3H54kvZ

The Changing Social Economy of Art https://amzn.to/42SJCrP

The Economies of Serious and Popular Art: How They Diverged and Reunited https://amzn.to/3F7EOWp

Every week, learn life lessons from history's greatest minds and today’s leading experts. Enjoy new podcast episodes 24 hours and guest previews, before anyone else. Plus, unlock my exclusive reading list, packed with life-changing books. Get it all now, for free!

https://naturewithjacob.substack.com

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0r4v5xgyYz0rTFSLklk0Em?si=nf_cm0kWTUqt84nkqjC8bA

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watson-howland/id1813625992

View my best limited-edition prints https://www.jacobwatsonhowland.com/featured-fine-art-photography-prints.html

Instagram– keep updated for future episodes. www.instagram.com/jacobwatsonhowland

Ken Thompson is a renowned plant ecologist and author of several well-regarded books on gardening and popular science, such as Where Do Camels Belong? and Darwin's Most Wonderful Plants. His works are published by notable publishers, and he has received awards like the Royal Horticultural Society’s Veitch Memorial Medal. Expect to learn how you can boost biodiversity and why saving individual species isn’t effective, and much more!

Why are conservation and biodiversity issues so complex? Why is most of Earth’s biodiversity unknown? What are the challenges of conservation efforts, and the importance of reintroducing species to restore ecosystems?

Expect to learn the ineffectiveness of traditional conservation criteria like rarity and nativeness, evolving public attitudes towards species reintroduction, the myths about dangerous wildlife, the significance of soil health in agriculture, the role of gardens in preserving biodiversity, the potential impacts of climate change on wildlife and much more.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Biodiversity

09:48 The Challenges of Conservation

19:58 Reintroducing Species: A Path to Ecosystem Restoration

29:57 The Future of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

46:03 Wildlife Myths and Realities

50:22 The Importance of Soil and Agriculture

58:47 Biodiversity in Gardens

01:01:29 Adapting to Climate Change

01:27:35 Future of Wildlife and Conservation

#conservation #biodiversity #rewilding #megafuna

Dr Ken Thompson’s books, a must read for anyone trying to understand the natural world:

Why do we need pandas? https://amzn.to/3RP4KsH

Where do camels belong? https://amzn.to/3SlUd8u

Why do we need pandas? https://amzn.to/3RP4KsH

Common or Garden: Encounters with Britain's 50 Most Successful Wild Plants https://amzn.to/4k4f7oG

Darwin's Most Wonderful Plants: Darwin's Botany Today https://amzn.to/3YtgTr8

Every week, learn photography secrets from history's greatest minds. Enjoy new podcasts and blog episodes 24 hours before anyone else. Plus, unlock my exclusive reading list, packed with life-changing books. Get it all now, for free!

https://naturewithjacob.substack.com

Instagram– keep updated for future episodes. www.instagram.com/jacobwatsonhowland