Plus: Stan Grant takes over as host of the Religion and Ethics Report

View as a webpage The dark history of chocolate If you're like me and found your home overflowing with Easter eggs and bunnies a couple of weeks ago, you might be getting close to the end of it now. So perhaps it's a good time to really think about the history of chocolate. It's come a long way since Spanish conquistadors brought it back to Europe in the 16th century – but how much progress has been made on the ethics of its production in the last few decades? This feature from Rear Vision will tell you more. Of course, if you're observing Ramadan, you might have a different perspective on food at this time of year. To coincide with Ramadan, the Minefield is exploring themes of purification – and this week the podcast turns to the ethics of hunger and eating. Join Scott Stephens and Waleed Aly to hear the discussion. Plus, for anyone who loves 80s music: catch up on the story of the Fairlight, one of the most influential musical instruments you've never heard of. Enjoy your weekend, Rosie Ryan, RN digital editor Enjoy getting RN in your inbox? Let your friends know so they can sign up too! Chocolate's dark history It's one of the world's favourite treats but it has been linked to farmer exploitation, corporate apathy, and adult and child slave labour. READ MORE LISTEN HERE 'We had faith in the system' IVF is a gamble. Most who sign up for it say it's worth the risk. But a new genetic test that was supposed to decrease that risk has left patients furious, and feeling robbed of their chance to have a genetically related child. READ MORE LISTEN HERE Fasting to cleanse your sins Ramadan is the holiest month in the Muslim calendar, and central to it is the practice of fasting from dawn to dusk. But what has fasting got to do with purification? READ MORE LISTEN HERE Catch up on RN audio Evelyn Araluen reads a poem from her Stella Prize-winning collection, Dropbear – RN Breakfast Stan Grant takes over hosting duties, with an episode exploring forgiveness in war – The Religion and Ethics Report Who do you blame when driverless cars crash? – Download This Show Jane Goodall has held onto hope since she first walked into the forests of Tanzania – Science Friction Exploring philosophical questions of sex and death through drama – The Philosopher's Zone The story of the instrument that made 'the sound of the 80s', the Fairlight CMI – The History Listen What's happening RN Presents – Face Value From anti-wrinkle injections and fillers, to nose jobs and Brazilian Butt Lifts, why are so many people choosing to enhance their appearance? Join Siobhan Marin for the newest series of RN Presents. LISTEN NOW Discover more of the ABC on our Apps Find out how to download your favourite app. Follow us Need help? Visit the ABC Help Centre The ABC sent this message to newsletter@newslettercollector.com, these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. Any personal details and data acquired by the ABC from your participation in any ABC Online Services will be used only in accordance with the ABC's Privacy Policy © 2022 Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC, ABN 52 429 278 345, 700 Harris St Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia Unsubscribe from this Newsletter | Discover other Newsletters | Privacy Unsubscribe from this Newsletter Discover other Newsletters Privacy

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