This week on Millennial Conversations, Bianca and Livia discuss edible insects, and the fantastic implications they can have on our health and our environment.

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Mentioned in this episode, Bugs for Beginners Cookbook BUGS documentary The Gateway Bug documentary 4ento.com - for reputable edible insect vendors

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