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Great Zimbabwe's Trade: Gold, Ivory, and the Indian Ocean
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the economic engine of Great Zimbabwe, focusing on its trade networks with the Swahili coast and the Indian Ocean world during the 13th and 14th centuries. They discuss key trading partners like Sofala and Kilwa, the commodities of gold, ivory, and copper, and the cultural artifacts such as Chinese porcelain and cowrie shells that reveal the reach of these connections. The conversation also examines how this trade financed the stone city's construction, influenced its social hierarchy, and ultimately contributed to its decline. Drawing on…
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