Best Mussel Podcasts (2025)

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From Caravan to Coastal Icon: Inside Luke’s Kitchen & their famous mussels! 47:23

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Kate & Simon hit the road to Kuaotunu and land at Luke’s Kitchen – the laid-back beachside spot serving up 80kg of mussels a day, wood-fired pizzas, and seriously good vibes on the Coromandel 🌊🍕🦪 In this episode of the Forking Good Podcast, you’ll meet: Luke – the local lad who turned his dad’s mechanic workshop and a food caravan into one of NZ’s …

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Shelling Out the Facts: Freshwater Mussels with Brant Fisher 45:00

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Nate and Suzie sit down with Brant Fisher, a Non-game Aquatic Biologist with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Brant brings a wealth of knowledge about the often-overlooked species that quietly keep Indiana’s waterways thriving—from freshwater mussels and darters to mudpuppies and rare invertebrates. He shares how these creatures act as …

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PodCastle 923: The Sun Globe 39:56

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Authors : Tim Pratt and Heather Shaw Narrator : Tina Connolly Host : Tina Connolly Audio Producer : Eric Valdes PodCastle 923: The Sun Globe is a PodCastle original. Rated G The Sun Globe Heather Shaw & Tim Pratt Grace Morley was singing “Silver Bells” under her breath — it was part of the […] The post PodCastle 923: The Sun Globe appeared first on…

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PodCastle 923: The Sun Globe

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Authors : Tim Pratt and Heather Shaw Narrator : Tina Connolly Host : Tina Connolly Audio Producer : Eric Valdes PodCastle 923: The Sun Globe is a PodCastle original. Rated G The Sun Globe Heather Shaw & Tim Pratt Grace Morley was singing “Silver Bells” under her breath — it was part of the […] The post PodCastle 923: The Sun Globe appeared first on…

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Festive Date and Irish Coffee Crispies 5:48

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Festive date and Irish coffee crispies 125g butter 100g soft brown sugar 225g finely chopped dates1 teaspoon cinnamon½ teaspoon mixed spice 100g puffed rice Line a baking tray with parchment paper.Place the butter and sugar in a large pan and cook until the butter has melted. Add the dates and cook until foamy and starting to caramelize. Mix in the…

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Sausage pancakes with cranberry sauce, chipotle cream and chestnut crumb 4:45

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Sausage pancakes with cranberry sauce, chipotle cream and chestnut crumb Sausage Pancakes 150g plain flour ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon baking powder1 egg175ml buttermilk½ teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper2 shallots, finely chopped 1 tablespoon oil plus more for cooking pancakes 4 finely chopped scallions 150g cooked sausage chopped Co…

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The Nature Conservancy: Volunteer-Powered Oyster Restoration with Kelsey Meyer-Rust 42:45

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The Nature Conservancy Website Follow The Nature Conservancy on Social: Facebook I X I Threads I LinkedIn Check out the GSA website!: https://www.globalseafood.org/podcast Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected]! If you want to be more involved in the work…

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PodCastle 922: A Long Tango Across A Canopy of Whispering Leaves 52:45

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Author : Anita Harris Satkunananthan Narrator : Chang Yiun Yee Host : Eric Valdes Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Previously published by GiGaNotosaurus Rated PG A Long Tango Across A Canopy of Whispering Leaves By Anita Harris Satkunananthan The return of the last Festival King was not mere rumour. Half a dozen heralds from […] The post PodCastle 922…

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Have a Forkin’ Good Christmas! 🎄 Zero-Waste Food Tips, Laughs & Leftovers 40:23

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IIt’s our final Forkin’ Good Podcast of the year - and we're bringing the festive chaos with laughs, leftovers, and low-waste living! 🎅♻️ Join Simon and Kate in their Christmas hats as they share: Genius ways to reuse Christmas leftovers (Brussels sprout glow-up, anyone?) Zero-waste wrapping tips that don’t kill the vibe What not to recycle (yes, g…

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Festive Celeriac And Mushroom Duxelle En Croute With Peppercorn Gravy 8:26

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Recipe Pastry: 150g butter 225g plain flour Pinch salt Cold water to bind Wrap the butter in parchment and freeze for 45 minutes. Place the flour into a bowl and mix in the salt. Coarsely grate the butter into the flour then rub until the mixture is fine and sandy. Add cold water to bind to a dough, wrap in cling and chill. Roast Celeriac: 1 medium…

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PodCastle 921: TALES FROM THE VAULTS – The Surgeon’s Tale 1:40:30

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Authors : Cat Rambo and Jeff VanderMeer Narrator : Graeme Dunlop Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Previously ran as episode 146 and first published by Subterranean Press. Read the text here! Graphic Surgical Detail Rated R Read the text here! The post PodCastle 921: TALES FROM THE VAULTS – The Surgeon’s Tale appeared first on PodCastl…

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Ginger cheesecake with Pedro Ximenez candied pears 6:43

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Recipe Biscuit base 250g gingersnap biscuits, crushed 150g melted butter Grease an 8 inch cake tin. Mix the biscuits with the melted butter and press into the cake tin. Chill. Filling 250g mascarpone cheese 400g full fat cream cheese 75g icing sugar 250ml double cream 1 teaspoon vanilla paste 35g crystallized ginger, finely chopped Whisk the cheese…

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PodCastle 920: Auguries 39:37

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Author : Jennifer R. Donohue Narrator : Heather Thomas Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Previously published in issue #3 of Gamut, on March 1, 2024 Content warnings for gore and traumatic birth Rated R Auguries By Jennifer R. Donohue She screamed the first time, so loud that the old man […] The post PodCastle 920: Auguries appeared fi…

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#8 Grab Life by the Beans: Coffee, Cups & Coromandel Chats 32:54

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Join Kate & Simon for a caffeine-fuelled adventure as they road-trip to Coromandel and meet local legend John from Naughty Bean Coffee — a character, a storyteller, and one hell of a coffee roaster. This episode is all about coffee, cups, characters, and choices: How much coffee is actually good for you (science says more than you think) Inside the…

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Roast Duck Breast With Cider Dried Fruit And Hot Red Cabbage Slaw 7:15

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Recipe 4 duck breasts, trimmed350ml water 2 crushed juniper berries1 teaspoon crushed black pepper corns1 teaspoon mustard seeds Few sprigs thyme10g seasalt 15g brown sugar 50g dried fruit – cranberry, cherry and golden raisin mix1 finely chopped shallot125ml dry cider 200ml chicken stock15g butter Soak the fruit in the sherry overnight.Heat a sauc…

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Survey Says: The 2025 Seafood Trends Listeners Care About Most 28:40

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Referenced Episodes: 1) Whole Fish, Whole Future in the Great Lakes with David Naftzger 2) Conservation Through Utilization with Dallas Abel of the Kai Ika Project 3) Regenerative Aquaculture: How Pine Island Redfish is Restoring Coastlines, One Fish at a Time Check out our website!: https://www.globalseafood.org/podcast Follow us on social media! …

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PodCastle 919: FLASH FICTION EXTRAVAGANZA: Possibilities 36:24

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Authors : B. Morris Allen, David McGuire and Courtney Floyd Narrators : Hugo Jackson, Steve Anderson and Kaitlyn Zivanovich Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes PodCastle 919: FLASH FICTION EXTRAVAGANZA: Possibilities is a PodCastle original. The Only Map is Memory and CoverLetter_Version5 are rated PG. Valfierno is rated PG-13. The Only …

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Inside Auckland’s Best-Kept Food Secret: A Mediterranean Feast with Zeki 33:57

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Welcome to a very special episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast — because today, we’re not just talking about food… we’re EATING it. Simon and Kate take you inside Lokanta, the legendary Mediterranean restaurant run by their long-time friend and Turkish chef Zeki, right in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand. This episode is part feast, part mastercla…

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Apple, Fig and Walnut Cake 6:41

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Apple, Fig and Walnut Cake 1 large Bramley apple, peeled, cored and chopped 100ml vegetable oil1 teaspoon baking powder100g chopped dried figs 150g soft brown sugar 2 eggs 75ml buttermilk140g plain flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon mixed spice30g wholemeal flour75g chopped walnuts Set the oven to 180oc and butter a cake tin. Cook the apple…

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PodCastle 918: Waterways 28:33

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Author : Diana Dima Narrator : Matt Dovey Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Discuss on Forums PodCastle 918: Waterways is a PodCastle original. Content warning for self-harm and coercive control Rated PG Waterways by Diana Dima When his father died and left him the boat, he thought to himself, […] The post PodCastle 918: Waterways appe…

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Farming Gizmos and Gadgets: Ben Schlipf with Agriculture Technology 57:03

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Episode 12 of The Lake Doctor Podcast features Ben Schlipf of Schlipf Precision Agriculture, a local expert who blends hands-on farming experience with a deep commitment to environmental stewardship. Ben brings a lineup of innovative ag-tech gadgets to the studio, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how modern tools help farmers make smart…

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#6 - Homemade > Store-Bought: Brownies, Cookies & Seriously Good Kitchen Swaps 44:11

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🍫 Kate’s $7 Brownie Rebellion Kate refuses to buy tiny café brownies for the kids and bakes her own big, gooey tray instead – topped with a sprinkle of Murray River salt. Simon taste-tests (brutally honestly) and LOVES it. 🍝 Next-Level Bolognese Tips Simon shares his chef secrets for a proper bolognese: - Why a splash of milk at the end is magic - …

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Parsnip Chowder With Rosemary, Cheese And Onion Griddle Scones 7:35

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Recipe Parsnip Chowder 100g diced streaky bacon or pancetta 25g butter 1 stick celery diced 2 medium onions, finely chopped 1 clove garlic minced 1 heaped tablespoon plain flour 750g parsnips, peeled and cut into 2cm dice1 litre chicken stock50ml double creamHandful chopped parsley Cook the bacon in a dry saucepan until crisp. Add the butter, celer…

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PodCastle 917: TALES FROM THE VAULTS – To Follow the Waves 47:01

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Author : Amal El-Mohtar Narrator : Marguerite Croft Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Previously ran as episode 139 and originally published in Steam-Powered: Lesbian Steampunk Stories. Rated R We unfortunately do not have the rights to publish the full text of this story, but it is available to read in full […] The post PodCastle 917:…

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#5 - Flying High, Cooking Bold: Simon Gault’s Forkin' Good Origin Story 55:14

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This week, it’s Simon’s turn in the hot seat! Kate grills (gently) the man behind the chef’s whites to uncover how a glider-flying Kiwi kid became one of New Zealand’s most recognised culinary voices. From growing up in Papakura with a pilot dad to washing dishes at 15 and learning perfection (and terror!) under legendary chef Tony Astle, Simon sha…

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Mussels With Pancetta, Cider And Orzo Pasta 6:15

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Recipe 1kg mussels, scrubbed 250ml dry cider 100g pancetta or streaky bacon, chopped 1 tablespoon oil25g butter 1 leek, split, washed and chopped 150g orzo 250ml chicken stock Handful chopped parsley Heat a large saucepan with a lid until smoking hot. Add half the cider and then the mussels. Place the lid on top and steamed for 2 minutes. Check and…

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PodCastle 916: Woodpecker, Warbler, Mussel, Thrush 30:34

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Author : Ruth Joffre Narrator : Julia Rios Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Dean Kidd Discuss on Forums PodCastle 916: Woodpecker, Warbler, Mussel, Thrush is a PodCastle original. Rated G Woodpecker, Warbler, Mussel, Thrush by Ruth Joffre Yesterday, I was a bird. A slender-billed curlew, to be exact. My girlfriend helped […] The post PodCastle 91…

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PodCastle 916: Woodpecker, Warbler, Mussel, Thrush

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Author : Ruth Joffre Narrator : Julia Rios Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Dean Kidd Discuss on Forums PodCastle 916: Woodpecker, Warbler, Mussel, Thrush is a PodCastle original. Rated G Woodpecker, Warbler, Mussel, Thrush by Ruth Joffre Yesterday, I was a bird. A slender-billed curlew, to be exact. My girlfriend helped […] The post PodCastle 91…

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Lap The Lake: Jace Morgan Swims Around Lake Wawasee 53:27

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In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Jace Morgan, an ultra-endurance athlete with a growing passion for environmental stewardship. Earlier this year, Jace took on an incredible challenge — swimming the entire 17-mile circumference of Lake Wawasee in his event, Lap the Lake. What started as a test of endura…

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Chicken Fricassee 6:49

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Recipe 6 chicken thighs, skin and bone removed 1 tablespoon oil175g chopped leeks 2 carrots, peeled and finely sliced 1 onion finely chopped 25g butter 2 tablespoons oil100ml white wine or dry cider 350ml chicken stock 75ml double cream 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 stalks soup celery shredded Handful chopped parsley Heat the oil in a large frying pa…

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Episode 2 - Second Chances for food... and Simon! 43:46

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Welcome to the Forkin' Good Podcast with Simon Gault and Waste-Ed With Kate. Real food, real laughs, real talk about waste. In Episode 2 we cover: • Giving your food a second chance to reduce waste and save money! • Life hacks and recipes for cheese, leek, bananas, and more! • Recycling basics, but theres lot's more to learn! • Beeswax wraps, how t…

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Episode 4 - Get to know Waste-Ed Kate! 56:28

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We thought it's about time to introduce one of our hosts! For those who don't know, Kate Fenwick AKA Waste-ed Kate, AKA The Nappy Lady, has been educating on waste and rubbish for over two decades! She say's she talks rubbish full time! Get to know Kate like never before in today's episode! Follow Simon on his channels below: Instagram: @simon_gaul…

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PodCastle 915: The Hunter, the Monster, and the Things That Could Have Been 26:12

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Author : Leah Ning Narrator : Amanda Ching Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Discuss on Forums Previously published in Monster Lairs (Dark Matter INK, October 2023) Rated PG-13 The Hunter, the Monster, and the Things That Could Have Been by Leah Ning You find the dying woman-thing in an alley, […] The post PodCastle 915: The Hunter, th…

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Episode 3 - Salmon, Potato Salad, and the importance of sharing food 29:20

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This week, Simon dusts off his apron and prepares a stunning lunch for Kate (and Brody behind the camera!) This meal was a great catalyst for discussion around sitting, sharing, and being present for a meal with friends. We need to do more of it! It's definitely an ep we recommend checking out the video version for! The food looked amazing! Follow …

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Reviving Oceans and Fisheries with Amanda Leland of the Environmental Defense Fund 31:43

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Order SEA CHANGE: Torrey House Press (use code BUDDY to save 20%) On Amazon Evironmental Defense fund: Website LinkedIn X Instagram Facebook Check out our website!: https://www.globalseafood.org/podcast Follow us on social media! Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Share your sustainability tips with us [email protected]! If you want …

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PodCastle 914: The Magnolia Returns 41:06

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Author : Eden Royce Narrator : Laurice White Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes PodCastle 914: The Magnolia Returns is a PodCastle original. Rated PG The Magnolia Returns By Eden Royce The Magnolia blooms out of nowhere at any time of year it chooses, bringing its dilapidated wooden slats and rickety […] The post PodCastle 914: The Magn…

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How to Eat like a Wetland with Landon Vine 49:18

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In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, we wade into the world of wetlands with Landon Vine, a wetland scientist at V3 Companies. Landon shares his passion for these vital ecosystems and explains how wetlands serve as nature’s filtration systems—cleaning water, supporting biodiversity, and protecting communities from flooding. Through his work,…

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PodCastle 913: Vedritsa of the River 1:04:40

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Author : Adriana Kantcheva Narrator : Kat Kourbeti Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Discuss on Forums Previously published by Trollbreath Magazine CW for drowning Rated PG Vedritsa of the River by Adriana Kantcheva The Kamchia river had grown turgid after a storm. I surfaced from my habitual pool and bent […] The post PodCastle 913: V…

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Episode 1 - Sleep, Silicon, and Snacking! 44:29

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Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick dish out practical ways to cook better, waste less, and have a cracking yarn about the food we love. In this first-ever episode, we’re just getting started! Kate checks in on her sleep habits (and Simon’s got a few opinions), we unpack the truth about processed and refined foods, and share some simple swaps to get your …