
Show Notes
Once upon a time in the golden hills of California, a tale of curdled ambition and Monterey Jack Cheese's tainted birth began...
Gather, my sweet darlings, as we unravel the scandalous history behind a seemingly innocent delicacy. Imagine David Jacks, a man of shadowy intentions, weaving his way from Scotland's misty moors to the sun-drenched valleys of the American frontier. What secrets lay hidden in the milk churn and why did it leave such a bitter taste on the lips of history?
Through dubious dealings and an appetite for more than just dairy, Jacks crafted not just cheese, but a legacy marred by controversy. Ah, the sinister seduction of success! This tale uncovers the murky methods that catapulted Monterey Jack from humble curds to a slippery slope of mass production.
As you listen, my dearies, taste the irony in every bite — a bitter echo of what's rotten just beneath the creamy surface.
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Credits
Josh Waters — Host
Produced by Myths & Malice