Welcome to the final episode of 2025! And to “round out” the year, we are telling the tale of pumpkins, North America’s favorite native gourd/squash! While most know for its use in pies and lattes, pumpkin has a long and diverse history! It is likely one of the oldest domesticated foods in the Americas. So join us in celebrating the end of autumn with a deep dive on these famous gourds!

Discussion Includes:

• Scientific Biology Overview

• Agricultural Overview

• Ancient History of Pumpkins

• Colonization of Pumpkins

• Pumpkin Fun Facts!

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