Born and raised in South America, chilis were the earliest crop domesticated in the continent and among the first items brought back to Europe by Columbus. Today people are really, really into them.
In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the fiery world of chili peppers, exploring everything from their ancient origins in the Americas to the science behind what makes them hot. They discuss how Columbus got the name "pepper" completely wrong, break down the famous Scoville heat scale, and take listeners through the wild community of competitive pepper growers who are constantly trying to create the world's hottest pepper. Along the way, they cover the health benefits of capsaicin, share tips for dealing with spicy food, and reveal some surprising facts about common peppers you probably didn't know.
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