Seaweed farming is booming: the global harvest has doubled in the past decade, according to a new report from the United Nations University, and it’s now worth more than all the world’s lemons and limes. Most of that seaweed ends up in our food, though there is a growing market in seaweed-based cosmetics and drugs. So what does a seaweed farm look like? How ... Show More
Feb 24
When is a Pancake Not a Pancake?
We aren't afraid to ask the big questions here at Gastropod, such as: what exactly is a pancake? If you think you know the answer, prepare to have your mind blown. It turns out the sweet, syrup-covered stack of American breakfast fame are far from the only members of the pancake ... Show More
45m 15s
Feb 10
OXO, Cuisinart, and Julia Child: The Secret (Accessible) History Behind Your Kitchen
For many people with disabilities, the kitchen can seem a deeply unfriendly place. From counters that require users to stand and cabinets that are often out of reach, to ovens that can’t be opened in mobility chairs and tools that are hard to grip or difficult to read—cooking can ... Show More
51m 12s
Sep 2021
Is Africa ready for a seaweed revolution?
What’s not to like about seaweed? It’s nutritious, good for the environment, and – as it turns out – surprisingly profitable. Farmers say this could be the crop of the future, and that seaweed farms could soon become a feature of Africa’s vast coastline. So, what’s holding them b ... Show More
12m 59s
Oct 2021
Why Wild-Caught Fish Isn't Necessarily Better, The Truth About Farmed Fish, How To Get Guilt-Free, Gourmet Seafood, Delicious DIY Sushi & Sashimi Recipes & Much More!
<p>BenGreenfieldFitness.com/seatopiapodcast</p> <p>A few times in the past month, I've mentioned that I've been destroying sushi restaurants for myself, forever.</p> <p><em>OK, maybe a bit of an overexaggeration, but, basically, me and my family have been making my own amazing, m ... Show More
1h 11m