From Canton to Columbia: Low’s Legacy with Opium
The Ear · The Columbia Daily Spectator
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Show Notes
In this episode of The Ear, reporter Shay Stulman explores the link between Columbia and the opium trade. She explores the profound impact this historical association has had on shaping esteemed American institutions. How do we reckon with the violent histories of philanthropic families? How did the opium trade shape prestigious American institutions? Tune into this episode to reflect on the implications of Columbia’s connection to this complicated history.
Credits
• Edited by Claire Schnatterbeck, Sophia Cordoba
• Produced by Claire Schnatterbeck, Sophia Cordoba
• Music by Christina Li
• Illustration by Connor Sund
• Voice Acting by Ciro Salcedo
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