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The Nectar of the Mayan Gods

Season 12 Episode 1201 | 26m 46s

Pati is in the magic town of Maní to learn about something sacred to the Mayans - bees and honey. A cooperative of women who protect the endangered Melipona, a stingless bee native to Yucatán, invites her to join in a Mayan energy cleansing ritual involving buñuelos made with Melipona honey. Then she visits a family living by the traditional “Solar Maya,” meaning they grow everything they eat.

Aired: 09/14/23 | Expires: 09/14/25
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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