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Episode 268: Wild American Foodscapes - Newfoundland

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Wild Fish and Game Podcast
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Mar 24, 2026
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Summary

Summary: Justin and Adam explore Newfoundland's unique food landscape shaped by environmental constraints, historical fishing practices, and cultural resilience. From wild fish and seal to the impact of ecological management and market forces, discover how this remote island balances abundance with sustainability. - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a Review of the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Wild Fish and Game Spices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Venison Sausage Making Special Guests Mark Kurlansky Lori McCarthy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jenn Shears Chapters 00:00 The Landscape of Newfoundland's Food System 02:09 Historical Context of Indigenous Food Practices 04:58 The Impact of European Arrival on Food Systems 07:05 The Role of Seal in Newfoundland's Culture and Economy 10:47 Wildlife Management and Public Perception 13:10 The Nutritional Value of Seal Meat 16:59 The Collapse of the Cod Fishery and Its Aftermath 21:46 Migration and Shifts in Food Systems 24:13 Resilience and Continuity in Food Practices 26:56 Sustainable Eating in Newfoundland Takeaways: Environmental constraints shaping food systems Historical and cultural significance of fishing and hunting Impact of policies on local food and economy Keywords: Newfoundland, wild food, seal hunting, cod fishery, sustainable fishing, food culture, ecological management, wild game, food preservation, ocean health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices