Aquademia: The Seafood Podcast

The next in our species spotlight series – Tilapia, Part 2! There is so much to talk about with this species: its history, why it's a great example of how aquaculture can make the seafood industry more sustainable, and its misconceptions. This week, the Aquademia team interviewed Asian seafood market expert Steve Hart to discuss the impact tilapia has made on the seafood market, as well as what the tariff war between China and the United States could mean for the species. Links: Harvard Medical School article about benefits of tilapia Aquaculture 101: What is Aquaculture and Why Do We Need It? Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Have you heard of the GOAL Conference? GOAL stands for Global Outlook for Aquaculture leadership, and it is an annual conference hosted by the Global Aquaculture Alliance (GAA). The aim of the conference is to educate and address the major relevant and timely challenges and opportunities facing the aquaculture industry. The Aquademia team sat down with GAA's Communications Manager, Steven Hedlund, to learn more about what the GOAL Conference is all about and why you should attend. Registration is officially open now, and you can register below! Links: Register for the GOAL 2019 Conference! October 21-24, 2019 in Chennai, India About GOAL video GOAL 2018 Student Chef Cookoff video GOAL 2019 Agenda Outline World Association of Chefs Societies Global Aquaculture Innovation Award – learn more and apply Learn about Social Responsibility in Aquaculture Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

The next in our species spotlight series – Tilapia! There is so much to talk about with this species: its history, why it's a great example of how aquaculture can make the seafood industry more sustainable, and its misconceptions. This week, the Aquademia team interviewed tilapia expert Denise Gurshin, Global Business Development Manager for Supply Chain Engagement at Best Aquaculture Practices. Denise has worked with tilapia since the mid-1990s. Links: Harvard Medical School article about benefits of tilapia Aquaculture 101: What is Aquaculture and Why Do We Need It? Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

This week, we're doing some housekeeping! We discuss the Global Aquaculture Alliance's campaign Aquaculture 101, which can be found in the links below. We also talk about what's coming next for the podcast! Links: Aquaculture 101: What is Aquaculture and Why Do We Need It? Aquaculture 101: Health Benefits of Seafood Aquaculture 101: Environmental Impact of Aquaculture Video: Where Does Seafood Come From? Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Shaun and Justin sit down with Markos Scheer, CEO of Seagrove Kelp, to discuss an up-and-coming innovation within the aquaculture industry: healthy, high-quality, and sustainably raised Kelp. Kelp is a superfood with natural sources of protein, fiber and iodine and is grown in its native environment to maximize its tremendous nutritional value. Seagrove Kelp Co. brings sustainably grown kelp from the pristine waters of Alaska to your table. Seagrove grows and operates in the native environment of the kelp to maximize the its tremendous nutritional value. The process of growing kelp enhances the water around it, is a counter agent to ocean acidification and is the most sustainable, renewable and environmentally friendly agriculture on the planet. Learn more about Seagrove here, and check out these awesome articles from The Advocate about the benefits of kelp farming: Seaweed farming offers avenue toward greater food security Lean and green, what's not to love about seaweed? Read about the environmental impact of aquaculture here. Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

The Aquademia team responds to some questions from listeners about how to know if seafood is sustainable, how to know if seafood has gone bad, where to buy sustainable seafood (wild and farmed), and also reads reviews from lovely listeners! Links: Seafood ecolabels to look for: Best Aquaculture Practices Aquaculture Stewardship Council Marine Stewardship Council Our ecolabels episode Video: Where Does Seafood Come From? Learn more about the environmental impact of aquaculture. Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

In this episode, Aquademia visits Seafood Expo North America 2019 (SENA). SENA 2019 took place in March in Boston, MA, USA. The team interviewed seafood industry professionals throughout the expo, learning about their innovations, challenges and aspirations. This episode features representatives from Verlasso Salmon, Global Seafood Assurances, PezCo Aquafarming, Sereia Films, Pacifico Aquaculture, and AJ Gallagher. Guests on this episode: Moises del Rio – Verlasso Salmon Wally Stevens – Global Seafood Assurances Sustainable Ocean Leadership Institute (SOLI) Juan Carlos & Luis Ignacio Libreros – PezCo Aquafarming Sarah Curry – Sereia Films Daniel Farag – Pacifico Aquaculture 50 Joe Filby – AJ Gallagher Check out our photo gallery from SENA 2019 here. Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

The Aquademia Podcast team, with guests Chris Keller and Maddie Cassidy, discusses which ecolabels to look for, what guarantees ecolabels can provide consumers with, and the vast amount of factors that go into these certification processes. This episode covers the history of ecolabels, seafood certifications, and what ecolabels to look for when you're grocery shopping. Organizations that are doing it right with their seafood ecolabels: Best Aquaculture Practices Aquaculture Stewardship Council Marine Stewardship Council Naturland Friend of the Sea Ocean Wise * SeaChoice Learn more about the health benefits of seafood. Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Happy Earth Day! This week, in honor of Earth Day, Shaun, Justin, and Maddie explore how seafood plays a role in this holiday. The theme of Earth Day 2019 is "Protect Our Species", which is closely tied to the seafood industry. From bees to fish to humans, every species on Earth is interrelated. Join the team in their discussions of Earth Day, and let us know what you think in an email or leave us a voicemail (information below). Articles mentioned in this epsiode: Earth Day's official website for 2019 Aquaculture 101 blog post: Fish farming and the environment Share with anyone that might be skeptical of aquaculture! Video: Fish farming and the environment Learn more about the health benefits of seafood. Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

In this episode of Aquademia's Sustainable Living Series, the team goes over how you can make your kitchen more sustainable. From grocery shopping, to storing food, the cooking process, and leftovers, Aquademia's got you covered. Learn more about the health benefits of seafood. Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

"I didn't start eating seafood until I learned more about it." Seafood can be intimidating. Join Shaun and Justin as they sit down with seafood industry experts Molly Jacques, Supply Chain Transparency Manager, and Sherri Clerk, Registered Dietitian and Best Aquaculture Practices Brand Manager to explore what seafood has to offer. There are so many things people are discouraged from consuming – eating less sugar, restricting your diet. With seafood, it's a story of encouragement. The more seafood people eat, the more health benefits they can experience. Learn more about the health benefits of seafood. Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Shaun and Justin sit down with Karim Kurmaly, CEO of Veramaris, to discuss an up-and-coming innovation within the aquaculture industry: high-quality sustainable feed made from algal oil. Veramaris produces omega-3 fatty acids for animal nutrition from microalgae. Our algal oil, a breakthrough innovation, helps conserve the natural biodiversity of our oceans – a vision shared by the scientists and engineers at our two parent companies, DSM and Evonik. Veramaris produces algal oil through fermentation using only renewable resources. They use a waste-free process with minimal impact on the environment. Learn more about Veramaris here, and check out this awesome article from The Advocate about Veramaris and their algal oil! Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at +1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Shaun and Justin, with guests Dr. Halley Froehlich, Maddie Cassidy and Avery Siciliano, discuss what the word "sustainable" really means, and the vast amount of factors that go into a product's sustainability. This episode covers the tragedy of the commons, sustainability of fisheries, why the lobster industry can serve as a role model, and the impact of social accountability and human rights within sustainability issues. Organizations that are doing it right with positive efforts on the ground: Best Aquaculture Practices Humanity United Liberty Shared International Justice Mission Resources for purchasing sustainable seafood: Regal Springs: "Why It’s Important To Buy Sustainable Seafood—And Where To Find It" Seafood Certifications The Healthy Fish: "How to Tell If You’re Buying Sustainable, Ethically Produced Seafood" Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 1 (603) 384-3560! For the full-length interviews of our guests, online education courses and more, become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Single-use plastics. Food containers. Plastic water bottles. Unwanted mail. The list of daily wasteful items that many people don't give a second thought to goes on and on. Learn about some small ways that you can reduce your everyday waste through making small decisions that Shaun, Justin and Maddie discuss on this episode of Aquademia's Sustainable Living Series. To contact Shaun and Justin about the show, send an email to [email protected], or leave a voicemail at 1 (603) 384-3560! To become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance, go to: https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/. The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Climate Change is a controversial topic, but whatever your beliefs are surrounding it, the fact is that temperatures are rising, and food systems have a big connection with that change. NASA estimates that in the next hundred years, if sea levels continue to rise at the rate they are, massive portions of land around the world will be underwater (https://climate.nasa.gov/interactives/climate-time-machine) We need to figure out how we are impacting climate change, and what changes can be made to reduce that impact. This episode touches on climate change basics, ocean acidification, food production alternatives, such as aquaculture, and we WE, as seafood lovers, can do TODAY to start making a change. Experts who share their insight in this episode include GAA Executive Director Andrew Mallison and NCEAS Postdoc Halley Froehlich. To contact Shaun and Justin about the show, send an email to [email protected], or leave a voicemail at 1(603)384-3560! To become a member of GAA, go to https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/ Enjoy! The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Every few weeks, Aquademia will release a Species Spotlight Episode, where the hosts sit down and talk about one species that listeners may have never tried, or a species they should try again. In this Species Spotlight episode, Shaun, Justin, and Maddie have a discussion about mussels! Mussels are easy to find, inexpensives, and super fast and easy to prepare! If you're new to seafood, or want to find an easy way to incorporate more seafood in your diet, give mussels a try! To contact Shaun and Justin about the show, send an email to [email protected], or leave a voicemail at 1(603)384-3560! To become a member of GAA, go to https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/. Enjoy the show! The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Wildfires, Earthquakes, Tsunamis, hurricanes, nor’easters, flash floods, tornados, heat waves, hail storms, droughts, avalanches. All of these terrifying events are natural processes of our planet, and they all serve their purpose, but there’s pages and pages of scientific papers showing that there’s been a severe increase in these types of events over the last 30-50 years. These natural disasters we’re experiencing are just effects of the real problems. Global Climate Change, deforestation, water and land pollution, poor waste management, an ever-increasing population are all things that we contribute to, and can take some semblance of control over. The bottom line is: Earth's. Got. Issues. We talk about how seafood is connected to these major issues facing our planet, how it contributes to them, and how it can help work towards fixing some of them. Industry experts that provide their insight in this episode include GAA Executive Director Andrew Mallison, recent environmental studies graduate Maddie Cassidy, and NCEAS Postdoc Halley Froehlich. To contact Shaun and Justin about the show, send an email to [email protected], or leave a voicemail at 1(603)384-3560! To become a member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance, go to https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership/. The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Let's Talk About Seafood. Hosted by GAA’s Academy team members Shaun O’Loughlin and Justin Grant, Aquademia is your go-to podcast for a fresh take on all things seafood. The podcast aims to educate consumers and industry professionals on how seafood is connected with the issues facing our planet, what consumers can do to help, and arm them with the knowledge to make better seafood choices! Each episode will feature interviews from professionals of many disciplines to demonstrate how deeply seafood is connected with our world. From seafood industry professionals to environmental scientists to chefs, all voices will be included. To contact Shaun and Justin about the show, email [email protected], or leave a voicemail at 1(603) 384-3560! To Become a member of GAA, go to www.aquaculturealliance.org/membership The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.