Don't Drink the Milk
Take a look around you. Pick an object. What's its story? Where did it come from? How did it change as it traveled through different cultures and eras on its way to you? Join host Rachel Stewart to find out.
In each episode of Don't Drink the Milk, we hit the road to trace the unexpected backstories of familiar things — things that have traveled the world by force, by chance or by choice.
We follow the journey of each item, idea or movement and see what surprising truths its story reveals about our world today. Fancy joining this intriguing journey through time and around the globe? Just hit subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
The Host
As the host of DW's hugely popular YouTube show "Meet the Germans," Rachel Stewart reached millions of viewers worldwide with her unique presentation of German culture, history, and people.
Now, Rachel's knack for packaging facts and information into entertaining, personal stories comes to your earbuds, as she ventures further afield in search of juicy stories that link the past with the present, and Europe with the world.
The Team
Rachel is joined by a team of experienced producers including Sam Baker, Charli Shield, and Chris Caurla, who help her tell each episode's quirky stories.
Get in touch
Got an idea for an episode? Write to us at dontdrinkthemilk [at] dw [dot] com