Augustine Sedgewick

Join Augustine Sedgwick, author of 'Fatherhood: A History of Love and Power', as he dives into the historical evolution of fatherhood. He discusses how ancient cultures viewed fathers and the pivotal role they played in society. The conversation reveals the transformation through Christianity, highlighting St. Augustine's challenging views. Sedgwick also explores the impact of legal changes on fatherhood during Tudor England and how societal expectations have shifted from the time of Henry VIII to modern-day, reflecting on the complexities of paternal influence.

Augustine Sedgewick, historian and author of Fatherhood and Coffeeland, explores the cultural history of fatherhood and the coffee trade. He traces origins of patriarchy, debates Plato and Aristotle, and examines how elites shaped parenting and power. Conversations also reveal coffee’s hidden labor history and personal reflections on listening to children.