Seafood Matters Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jim Cowie
Providing a voice for the UK fishing industry Jim Cowie speaks with fishermen, fisheries scientists and seafood industry leaders.
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Linda Fitzpatrick, Curator of the Scottish Fisheries Museum, shares her perspective on preserving Scotland's fishing history and the people who shaped it.
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Seafish CEO Colin Faulkner shares his vision for tackling the biggest challenges facing the UK seafood industry.
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Pamela Neri discusses how Fraserburgh Harbour is adapting to safeguard its fishing heritage for generations to come.
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Hans Polet, from ILVO Marine, explores why the EU Common Fisheries Policy feels broken and what it will take to transform fisheries management.
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Fisheries scientist Jack Robertson shares the untold story of how collaborations between fishermen and scientists created the square mesh panel.
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Andrew Smith of Baja Aqua Farms explains why offshore aquaculture, innovation, and full fish utilisation are shaping the future of seafood.
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Website: seafoodmatterspodcast.comManuel Vázquez reveals how Baja Aqua Farms is navigating investment, markets, and sustainability to shape the future of premium bluefin tuna.
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Manuel Vázquez reveals how Baja Aqua Farms is navigating investment, markets, and sustainability in the world of bluefin tuna.
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Website: seafoodmatterspodcast.comManuel Vázquez reveals how Baja Aqua Farms is navigating investment, markets, and sustainability to shape the future of premium bluefin tuna.
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Rodrigo Armada of Baja Aqua Farms explores the challenges, trade-offs, and innovations shaping sustainable fish farming today.
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Website: seafoodmatterspodcast.comManuel Vázquez reveals how Baja Aqua Farms is navigating investment, markets, and sustainability to shape the future of premium bluefin tuna.
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James Sibley, anaquaculture creator from New York, shares the realities of social media success, documentary storytelling, algorithms, and the personal cost of building an audience from scratch.
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Seaweed pioneer Lorne Hammond, the Dulse Man, reveals the reality behind dulse, sustainability, nutrition, and whether this ancient coastal food can thrive in the modern world.
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Ben King of Pesky Fish discusses whether fairer seafood models can genuinely deliver more value back to fishermen — or whether the system is too stacked against them.
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Alexandra Leeper discusses why the future of seafood depends on turning every part of the fish into commercial value — not waste.
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Magnus Johnson and Duncan Boag take a hard look at the reality behind the numbers — asking whether the current system still works for working fishermen.
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Website: seafoodmatterspodcast.comA hard look at rising costs, policy failures, fuel efficiency, and whether the UK fishing fleet can survive the system built around it.
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From deck to data, fishermen confront welfare pressure, new tech, and the truth behind “sustainable seafood.”
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Adrian Bartlett cuts through the noise on fuel savings, unequal funding, and practical solutions that deliver real results for working boats.
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Jason and Kirstyn Munro of Ecomotusdiscuss a proven retrofit already saving fishermen money while cutting emissions — without waiting for future fuels.
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Hard-earned lessons from a life in fishing, leadership, and standing up for the industry.
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Kevin McCay of Safe Catch Inc explores whether U.S. climate policy changes could have real implications for mercury in seafood.
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Dr. Colin Bannister shares hard-earned insights on the growing divide between science, policy, and the fishing industry — and what must change.
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Brixham skipper-owner Mike Ballinger explains how new propeller coating technology improved handling, reduced fouling, and delivered a 5% fuel saving aboard Two Brothers.
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Newlyn skipper David Steven shares the devastating impact of the octopus bloom on crab fishing — and how new propeller coating technology is cutting costs and improving performance.
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Mark Edwards and Simon De la Rue of Assured Marine explain how their high-performance coatings aim to boost boat efficiency while preventing fouling.
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Legendary Grimsby skipper John Roberts shares stories from the Arctic Circle, the Cod Wars, and a lifetime at sea.
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Dr. Bryce Stewart explains why the South West’s octopus “bloom” is unlike anything seen in modern UK fishing history.
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Greg Mercer and Richard Page discuss how China became the dominant force in Canadian lobster — and why its appetite for live seafood now shapes the entire Atlantic fishery.
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Master fishmonger Hayden Cutting explains why perfection, trust, and education are the future of the fish trade.
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Fisheries scientist, Dr. Steve Mackinson, cuts through ecosystem theory, stock assessments, and the reality of managing fish in an imperfect world.
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Richard Page explains how working with nature — not against it — can restore marine biodiversity, strengthen coastal infrastructure, and reshape fisheries policy worldwide.
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Linda Wood, CEO of Community Catch, on trust in the seafood supply chain, retailer power myths, and why Scottish haddock still matters.
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Mike Warner explains how trust, lived experience, and on-the-quay education can reconnect consumers with the true realities of UK seafood.
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Dr. Steven Mackinson explains how curiosity, collaboration, and industry-led data collection are reshaping pelagic stock assessment and fisheries science.
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A candid conversation with Wendy Chadwick on why UK fishers feel unheard, undervalued, and unprepared for the push toward fleet decarbonisation.
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How Ashley Mullenger went from office logistics to becoming “The Female Fisherman,” a proud voice for Britain’s small-boat fleet and a role model she never planned to be.
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Kevin McCay shares how a family health scare led to Safe Catch - a seafood brand testing every fish for mercury and redefining trust in what we eat.
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Dr. Colin Bannister reflects on six decades of shaping European fisheries policy - from Iceland’s cod wars to the North Sea herring closures.
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Fisheries scientist Rob Fish challenges the misinformation shaping ocean policy - and calls for the industry to reclaim its story from the NGOs and the media.
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Osteopath and author Gavin Routledge reveals how golfers - and fishermen alike - can keep their backs pain-free by understanding movement, mechanics, and smart recovery.
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Investigative journalist Greg Mercer dives into how collapsing cod stocks and climate change are rewriting the rules of the North Atlantic lobster fishery.
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Chef and author CJ Jackson shares her journey around the British Isles exploring forgotten fish, coastal traditions, and her mission to spark a Great British Seafood Revival.
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ICES Cod Closure: Mike Park challenges the zero-catch advice, warning of a £100M hit to the sector and calling for common-sense fisheries management.
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Ali Godfrey introduces "The Big Dip" - a bold new fundraising campaign from The Fishermen's Mission supporting fishermen and their families in need.
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Max Mossler of the University of Washington explores how fisheries management has quietly improved over the last 30 years, why misinformation spreads faster than facts, and why sustainable ocean protein is key to protecting the planet.
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Cydian Kauffman, founder of Pure Water Northwest, challenges what we think we know about water-unpacking hidden health risks, double standards in regulation, and how future technologies could turn seawater into both power and drinking water.
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David Parreno explores the EU’s seafood sustainability progress, the risks of political backtracking, and the future of responsible fisheries.
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Wendy Chadwick unpacks the messy clash between net zero goals, marine policy gaps, and the challenges of decarbonising the UK’s fishing fleet.
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Shetland fisherman James Anderson challenges NGO claims, defends sustainable trawling, and voices strong concerns over Brexit’s impact on UK waters.
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Scottish Conservative MSP Tim Eagle shares his vision for uniting farmers, fishers, and environmentalists through science-driven policy and collaboration. He pledges to fight for rural Scotland, giving communities and producers a strong voice in Parliament.
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Mike Cohen, Chief Executive of the NFFO, calls Sir Keir Starmer’s Brexit reset an “astonishingly bad deal,” giving away UK waters, undermining the future of British fishing, and replacing evidence-based management with politics and sentiment.
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John Goodlad has spent his life in seafood - from representing fishermen to farming organic salmon and advising on global sustainability. In this episode, he challenges celebrity-driven, simplistic narratives about fishing, calling for a more honest, nuanced conversation.
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Elena Balestri, senior fisheries policy and science manager at the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation, challenges celebrity-led campaigns like Attenborough’s for telling half-stories that vilify fishing while ignoring its successes. She calls for honest, difficult conversations over blanket bans, insisting fishermen are the sea’s best custodians.
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Alec Taylor, Director of Policy and Research at Oceana UK, says it’s time for fishers, NGOs, and policymakers to unite behind a clear vision for our seas, and he warns that bottom trawling is the biggest threat to UK seabed habitats.
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Dr. Magnus Johnson, senior lecturer in marine science, calls blanket MPA bans unscientific and warns that targeting UK fishing risks exporting environmental harm. He urges NGOs to address bigger threats like climate change and backs smarter, species-specific management.
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Tom Rossiter, Co-Founder of CatchCam Technology, challenges Attenborough’s "Ocean" for promoting simplistic anti-fishing narratives - arguing they ignore the lived realities of coastal communities and the complexity of managing sustainable fisheries.
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Marine biologist Jean-Luc Solandt, of Blue Marine Foundation, doesn’t think we’re managing the seas very well, and believes we could do a much better job. Responding to Attenborough’s Ocean, he says, “personally I am in favour of a ban” on trawling in MPAs.
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Marine ecologist Bryce Stewart, Associate Professor at the University of Plymouth, unpacks the power and pitfalls of Attenborough’s Ocean, urging nuance in the bottom trawling debate and reminding us that even good science can spark very different views.
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Robert Clark, CEO of the IFCAs, challenges Attenborough’s “Ocean” for pushing simplistic anti-fishing narratives that ignore the complex realities of coastal communities and sustainable management.
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Dr. Mark Dickey Collas questions the storytelling in Attenborough’s "Ocean" and the effectiveness of Marine Protected Areas, highlighting overlooked crises like vanishing eels and seabirds. He also shares insights from the UNOC-3 summit in Nice.
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Marine social scientist Sarah Coulthard praises the beauty of Attenborough’s Ocean film and its powerful impact on audiences. She also voices concern that it unfairly casts fishermen as part of the problem, overlooking their vital role in ocean life and solutions.
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Mike Park OBE slams Starmer’s Brexit reset and shares what it means for UK fisheries. And kicking off our new series, Jim Cowie begins a deep dive into bottom trawling - speaking with industry insiders and fishery scientists to expose the truth behind environmental campaigns and political agendas.
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Romy Betts, PhD researcher in sustainable fisheries, discusses the need for Bridlington to diversify beyond shellfish, highlighting the importance of combining fishermen’s experience with science for a stronger fishing future.
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PhD researcher Nick Rooke and lecturer Magnus Johnson reveal how heavy bait use is affecting lobster behavior on the Holderness coast. They call for a shift to a more sustainable, multi-species fishery using both mobile and static gear.
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Chef Cyrus Todiwala, spice master, shares his sustainable food vision and journey from India to London’s iconic Café Spice Namasté. He explains the Marine Conservation Society’s Good Fish Guide and its simple, effective traffic light system.
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Kathryn Novak of the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership shares how they reduce bycatch, integrate nature into industry assessments, and help businesses invest in sustainable fishing.
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Tom Rossiter, co-founder of CatchCam Technologies, shares how his fishing industry roots inspired innovative solutions for sustainability. We also explore how the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership drives supermarket investment in better fishing practices.
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Michael Tait, MD of Shetland Mussels Ltd, shares how Shetland’s A-grade waters help produce top-quality mussels with a low carbon footprint. He also introduces Shellvolution, which aims to provide sustainable growth and quality jobs in mussel farming.
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Fisherman Ian Wightman shares his challenges and efforts to unite government, environmentalists, and fishing groups for a sustainable future.
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Colm O’Rourke shares his journey from fishing to running The Lobster Pot and Blackness Distillery, where he crafts whisky, gin, and rum.
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Best selling author John Goodlad returns to the show delving into the conflict between the seafood industry and environmentalists, exploring sustainability and sharing insights from his lifelong career and acclaimed historical research.
This episode features a reproduction of John's recent lecture at the Orkney International Science Festival which you can watch on their official YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiR0i1CzE28&t=56s.
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Magnus Johnson, a senior environmental marine science lecturer at the University of Hull, explores the collapse of Scarborough’s traditional fishing industry, AI's potential in fisheries, and the impact of wind farms on UK fishing grounds.
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Join CJ Jackson, head of the Billingsgate Seafood School and renowned food writer, as she shares her journey into food and the history of London’s iconic fish market, soon relocating to Dagenham. Discover a 1938 baked Megrim recipe once loved by the late Queen Elizabeth II and hear CJ's passion for seafood and heritage.
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Nathan de Rozarieux, a fisheries consultant and inshore fisherman from Cornwall, joins us to discuss his roles at Seafish and the Fishermen’s Mission. He delves into the challenges posed by offshore wind expansion, highlighting its potential to disrupt the UK’s most productive fishing areas and reshape the industry forever.
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Award-winning author and food writer Jenny Jefferies shares the dangers of ultra-processed foods, and discusses the need for stronger connections between producers and consumers.
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Hans Unkles, a fisherman from Tayvallich in the Mull of Kintyre, shares his journey from boat builder to fisherman, and the challenges he faced in creating the world's first electric-powered commercial fishing boat, which he continues to operate today.
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In this episode, fishery scientist Dave Mackay discusses how North Sea management struggles to balance cod stocks, seals, and the broader marine ecosystem. He also challenges assumptions about sustainable fishing methods and seal diets.
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In this episode we welcome back Fisheries Scientist Dr. Jon Kristjansson and Orkney fisherman Iain Harcus. Iain discusses haddock issues on the fishing grounds, while Jón explains the urgent need for scientists to understand fish starvation to tackle this growing crisis.
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In this episode, we meet Ian Fletcher, a scallop fisherman with 46 years of experience on Scotland's west coast. Ian shares how fishermen are hunters at the mercy of nature and discusses the careful management that keeps the Scottish scallop fishery sustainable for the future.
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In this episode, Professor Baukje De Roos from the Rowett Institute at the University of Aberdeen discusses the health benefits of fresh, local seafood. Learn how it can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and provide essential vitamin D when sunlight is scarce.
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In this episode, Donna Fordyce, Chief Executive of Seafood from Scotland, shares insights into the organization's global efforts to promote Scottish seafood at major exhibitions in Tokyo, Singapore, Barcelona, and Boston. She also discusses how Seafood Scotland played a crucial role in keeping the industry informed during Brexit and the pandemic.
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Elspeth Macdonald, CEO of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation, discusses her goals to deliver a profitable modern fishing industry, and the benefits of having a dynamic team of in-house scientists to safeguard from the misinformation generated by environmental organisations.
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Paul Gildroy is the head chef at the iconic Magpie Cafe in Whitby. In this episode Paul discusses the importance of supporting UK fishermen by sourcing locally landed fish, and he explains why Whitby’s annual Fish and Ships Festival is so important for the local community.
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Angus MacPhail is a founding member of Skipinnish, the powerhouse of contemporary Scottish music, and you can enjoy two of his most iconic tunes at the beginning and end of this episode. With a background in commercial fishing, Angus claims Scotland is experiencing a present-day Highland Clearances.
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Kenneth MacNab MBE is the current Chairman of the Clyde Fishermen's Association and of the Clyde Fishermen's Trust. In this episode Kenneth discusses the misguided aims of environmental campaign groups, explaining their goals for a ban on all mobile fishing gear
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Emma Plotnek is Executive Director and David Stevens is Chairman of Fishing into the Future, an organisation which claims to “Chart a Course Towards Sustainable Fisheries.” Emma and David discuss their unique learning experiences and shared participation events, explaining how Fishing into the Future serves as an effective bridge between the fishing industry, scientists and fisheries managers.
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Mike Warner is an artisan fishmonger from Suffolk who owns and operates “A Passion For Seafood.” As a member of the Guild of Food Writers, and being deeply involved in promoting British seafood, Mike is also an ambassador with Wright Brothers in London.
In this episode of Seafood Matters Mike discusses his firsthand experiences in the fishing industry and his efforts to increase the consumption of locally sourced UK seafood. Mike also voices concerns about the impact on our fish stocks and traditional fishing grounds, from the effects of offshore energy platforms, marine dredging, gravel extraction and silt dumping.
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Adrian Bartlett started out as a skipper and with Andy Hunting he founded "The Crabstock Boys" who toured the UK offering cookery demos, including crab picking and fish fileting. He went on to open the successful pop up restaurant "Crab Stock and 2 Smoking Lobsters”.
Adrian is now Head of Marine Operations at Ecomotus, who manufacture the EcoPro hydrogen electrolyzer. In this episode we learn how this compact device can help fishing boats by creating higher thermal efficiency, increased torque and cleaner air quality for the crew, improving fuel economy and reducing both CO2 emissions and annual maintenance costs.
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Mike Park OBE is Chief Executive Officer of the Scottish White Fish Producers Organisation representing 260 individual vessels and 1400 fishermen. In this episode Mike explains how certain NGOs distort facts, sue governments, and attack the marketplace, attempting to stop the public from buying certain species of seafood, warning that their false misinformation and lies might eventually destroy the UK fishing industry.
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This episode sees the return of John Goodlad, a friend of the show from Shetland, sharing stories from his best-selling book - The Salt Roads.
John was Chief Executive Officer of the Shetland Fishermen’s Association and the Shetland Fish Producers Organisation, and is the current chairman of Fishing Innovation and Sustainability, and a board member of the North Atlantic Fisheries College.
In this episode John tells the extraordinary story of how for more than two hundred years the salt fish industry has fueled the economy of Shetland.
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The Salt Roads by John Goodlad
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With over 20 years of experience in the UK fishing industry Kara Brydson is the Executive Director of fisheries Innovation and Sustainability based in Pitlochry in Central Scotland. In this episode Kara discusses how modern fishing technologies are being used to secure a more stable future for both fishermen and the environment.
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Alan Addison skippers the Venture IV which fishes out of Kinlochbervie and Scrabster. In this episode we discuss the controversial fishing practices of foreign owned boats landing in the UK, and Alan highlights how they willfully damage the seabed and accurate stock assessment.
Exploring the complexities of quota regulations, Alan suggests a new approach which he believes might reduce the growing frustration in the way our government handles quota management and the activities of foreign owned boats in UK waters.
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Stelios Theocharous was born in Cyprus and after studying in the UK he worked for his family fish & chip shops, which they still own. In 2006, Stelios established Ceres, a batter supply company named after the Roman goddess of harvests, which supplies and advises the UK frying and restaurant trades.
And if this wasn’t enough for one man, he also hosts and produces the “Ceres Podcast” which regularly appears in the top 100 Food podcasts in the UK charts.
Having forged close relationships with Chefs, Food Producers, Growers, Hoteliers, Suppliers and Restaurateurs, in this episode Stelios discusses “why” increasing numbers of UK fryers are cooking imported foreign-caught frozen fish, rather than using fresh fish landed by UK boats.
And my guest suggests a carefully considered marketing strategy aimed at reminding UK fryers of the benefits of cooking fresh fish, both for them and for their customers.
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Stelios Theocharous:
* Website: https://www.cerespodcast.com
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Since 2016 Nathalie Steins has been a senior researcher and project leader at Wageningen Marine Research in Holland, and Chair of the ICES Human Dimension Steering Group. In this discussion, Nathalie shares her opinions on how Brexit has affected quota negotiations, and she highlights the importance of closer relationships between scientists and fishermen.
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Nathalie Steins on X - @NathalieSteins
* Website: https://www.wur.nl/en/persons/nathalie-steins-1.htm
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John Goodlad was chief executive officer of the Shetland Fishermen’s Association and the Shetland Fish Producers Organization, chairman of Fishing Innovation and Sustainability, and a board member of the North Atlantic Fisheries College. In this discussion, John explains how he farmed organic salmon, pioneered annual fish quota allocations, and established community-owned fish quotas.---Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks, and you can also hear it on the dedicated website, www.seafoodmatterspodcast.com.---Contact Jim Cowie:
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John Goodlad biography:
* Website: https://www.shetland.uhi.ac.uk/about-us/governance/board/john-goodlad/
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Mike Park is Chief Executive Officer of the Scottish White Fish Producers Association, the largest fishing association in Europe, and he advises international fisheries scientists and policymakers during annual quota negotiations. In this episode, Mike discusses his goals for achieving harmonious accord between the environment, consumers, and fishermen.---Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks, and you can also hear it on the dedicated website, www.seafoodmatterspodcast.com.---Contact Jim Cowie:
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* Website: https://swfpa.com/
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This episode features Kevin Dalgleish, chef and patron of Aberdeen's "Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish," and representative of the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts, who was classically trained by the legendary Anton Edelman at The London Savoy.
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In this episode, Ashley engages with Mihir Pershad, the founder and CEO of Umami Meats [bioworks], a “not caught seafood” startup based in Singapore. Mihir claims his product will “safeguard our oceans by increasing the sustainability of wild stocks.” However, this episode comes only days after Italy's Agriculture Minister, Francesco Lollobrigida, stated: “Italy is the first nation in the world that is safe from the social and economic risks of synthetic food.”We explore the production process, from cell incubation to the packaged product, providing you with data so that you can form your own opinions on this controversial subject.Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks and you can also hear it on the dedicated website www.seafoodmatterspodcast.com.Contact Jim Cowie:
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* Website: https://umamibioworks.com/
* Twitter: @Mihir_Pershad
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In this episode we chat with Mark Dickey-Collas, the Chair of the Advisory Committee at ICES (www.ices.dk). Mark, known on social media @DickeyCollas, has experience spanning three decades, and he brings a unique perspective to the table, having served as a national fisheries science expert in Northern Ireland and the Netherlands. Mark’s expertise lies in fisheries, the ecosystem approach, and the application of science for policy. Join us as we unravel the fascinating world of marine science with Mark!"Listen to episodes or contact Jim Cowie:
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Dr. Mark Dickey-Collas, Bio:
* https://www.ices.dk/about-ICES/Documents/staff/MarkDC.pdf
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In today's episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Professor Michel Kaiser, an esteemed expert in Fisheries Conservation based at the Lyell Centre, in Scotland’s Heriot-Watt University. Not only is he a former Chief Scientist at the university, but he also held the vital role of Science and Standards Director at the Marine Stewardship Council.With a rich academic background, including a professorship in marine conservation at Bangor University for two decades, Professor Kaiser's work is dedicated to promoting the sustainable utilization of marine resources and reducing their impact on our precious marine environments. He operates at the crucial intersection of fisheries and conservation, offering expertise and guidance to various stakeholders, from global seafood industries and retailers to environmental non-profits and government agencies. Additionally, Professor Kaiser actively contributes to initiatives like Fishing Into the Future and serves as a trustee for the Scottish Fisheries Museum. Today, we delve into his wealth of knowledge and experience in the realm of marine conservation.Listen to episodes or contact Jim Cowie:
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Dr. Michel Kaiser Bio:
* https://rse.org.uk/fellowship/professor-michel-kaiser
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John Manson is a Scrabster local with a remarkable 23-year tenure as a member of the Thurso lifeboat crew. John recently sat down for an interview with Jim, reliving his memories from the island of Stroma.
Our latest podcast episode delves into the fascinating life of John Manson, a Scrabster local with a remarkable 23-year tenure as a member of the Thurso lifeboat crew. John recently sat down for an interview with Jim, reliving his memories from the island of Stroma.
Roberta holds a Master of Arts degree in Gastronomy from the University of Adelaide and manages Sydney Seafood School, Australia's largest recreational cooking school.
Franz Scheurer is a professional Photographer and Musician living in Australia, and he is renowned for being an encyclopedia of food and drink knowledge. In this episode, Jim and Franz discuss everything from capturing food on film to whisky-matching with fish.
As a marine biologist, pro diver, underwater explorer, and environmental activist, Joe Redfern discusses his forthcoming peer-reviewed paper about the 2021 crab mortalities along the English coastline.
In 1999, Alistair Blair founded the first online fishmonger, "The Fish Society." Today, the company has delivered over 1 million seafood meals nationwide with next-day delivery.
Do crustaceans feel pain? In this episode, Jim and Ashley Cowie speak with Dr. Robert Elwood, an Emeritus Professor of Animal Behaviour at Queen's University, Belfast, who has published several papers about sentience in crustaceans.
Since 1913, the UK and Ireland's fishing industries have benefited from the successful trade publication Fishing News, which is edited by Andy Read.
Peter Bruce is a successful Scottish fisherman, and in this episode he talks with Jón Kristjánsson, a fisheries scientist from Iceland, about the UK fishing industry.
Ray Hilborn is a marine biologist and fisheries scientist who currently works as a professor of aquatic and fishery science at the University of Washington.
Dr Richard Newton is a doctor of philosophy and research fellow in the Institute of Aquaculture at the University of Stirling. Over the past two decades Richard has worked in a number of roles in aquaculture production facilities in Scotland and for the Institute’s consultancy office (Stirling Aquaculture, STAQ) specialising in Aquaculture Life Cycle Analysis (LCA).
Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks and you can also hear it on the dedicated website www.seafoodmatterspodcast.com.
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Contact Richard Newton
- See his profile on Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Richard_Newton3
- Visit the University of Stirling website: http://rms.stir.ac.uk/converis-stirling/person/27235
Before launching FishThink.com, Andrew Mallison was CEO of the Global Aquaculture Alliance, the only world-wide association for the aquaculture industry. Prior to that, he was Director General of IFFO, the international trade association representing producers, traders and buyers in the marine ingredients sector. Andrew was also the Global Procurement Manager for seafood at UK based retailer Marks and Spencer plc and Director of Standards and Licencing at the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC).
FishThink.com offers experience-based consulting and knowledge from working in every stage of the seafood industry value chain - retail, international distribution, processing and primary production of wild and farmed fish in chilled, frozen and canned formats. Andrew is also the author of “What's the Catch? A Guide to Buying Better Seafood”.
Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks and you can also hear it on the Seafood Matters Podcast website by following the link in the “Bio”.
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Contact Andrew Mallison
- Web: https://fishthink.com/
Adrian Bartlett from South Devon started fishing as a deckhand in 1986 and worked his way up to skippering a crabbing boat. Adrian fished for edible brown crabs, native lobster and other shellfish all around the UK coast for 28 years and now he shares his knowledge and passion with the UK public and chefs, demonstrating how good UK Shellfish is to eat and how easy it is to pick a crab “without fear”. In 2015 Adrian launched the nationwide pop-up restaurant “Crab-Stock & 2 Smoking Lobsters” and he currently teaches catering students at Cornwall college about the benefits of preparing shellfish correctly with the best flavour combinations.
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Contact Adrian Bartlett
- Twitter: #CrabStockboysUK
- Facebook: @AdrianBartlettC @TheCrabstockBoys
Professor Michele Stanley is the Associate Director for Science, Enterprise and Innovation at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS). Michele is experienced in applied phycology focusing on the potential commercial applications of both macro and microalgae and she has successfully generated 30 successful grant applications and a range of publications including 43 peer-reviewed and 60 publications in total.
Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks and you can also hear it on the Seafood Matters Podcast website.
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Contact Professor Michele Stanley
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-stanley-5900704/
- https://twitter.com/Algalourus
With over 25 years experience in fish cookery, legendary Great British chef Ian McAndrew is the former owner of the Blackaddie Country House Hotel. Ian was awarded Scottish Chef of the Year in 2016 and he became Britain's youngest ever Michelin star chef in 1980, going on to hold another 8 Michelin Stars. Ian is also the author of a series of successful educational cookbooks including ‘A Feast of Fish’ I and II.
Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks and you can also hear it on the Seafood Matters Podcast website: seafoodmatterspodcast.com
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Contact Ian McAndrew
- Facebook @https://www.facebook.com/ian.mcandrew.12
- Books: https://app.ckbk.com/authors/ian-mcandrew
Having lived in Peterhead all his life, Jimmy Buchan knows a thing or two about fish! In 2006 Jimmy and his crew starred in the BAFTA award-winning BBC TV documentary “Trawlermen” which showcased the challenges experienced within the Scottish fishing industry to the world. After three decades as a skipper in the wheelhouse, Jimmy came ashore and established Amity Fish Company and he also currently serves as the CEO of the Scottish Seafood Association.
Seafood Matters Podcast is available on all podcast networks and you can also hear it on the Seafood Matters Podcast website.
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Contact Jimmy Buchan
- Instagram: @amityfishcompany
- Web: www.amityfish.co.uk
Jak O'Donnell was the chef patron of “The Sisters restaurants” in Glasgow and she represents the first female to have competed for Scotland in the BBC’s “Great British Menu”. As the host of “Scottish Chefs Podcast” Jak is still highly-active in the Scottish industry and in this episode Jim and Jak discuss lesser known seafood species and ways to get chefs and housewives cooking with them more.
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- You can follow Jak O'Donnell on Instagram: @jakodonnell
Jón Kristjánsson is an independent Icelandic fisheries scientist with his own research and opinions on fish stock management and quota allocation.
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Jón Kristjánsson is a renowned Icelandic fisheries scientist with alternative opinions regarding fish stock management and quota allocation methodologies.
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- Website: seafoodmatterspodcast.com