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In this episode of OYSTER-ology, we hear from Dan Martino, author of The Oyster Book, A Chronicle of the World’s Most Fascinating Shellfish - Past, Pesent, and Future (Agate 2024). Dan and I discuss the recent publication of this, his first book. In our conversation Dan shares both serious and lighthearted insights into why he wrote the book, detailing his experiences overcoming local resistance and emphasizing the importance of transparency and education in aquaculture. He talks about the rich content of his book, including the history, present state, and future of oysters, and how the book has evolved into a valuable resource and even a textbook for understanding and starting an oyster farm. We also talk about broader topics like climate change, ocean acidification and the ecological significance of oysters. This very lively discussion highlights the transformation from an educational struggle to understand oysters into a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts, wannabe farmers and academic students of aquaculture.
Dan was also a guest in a prior episode where he spoke about his creating and running Cottage City Oysters, on Martha’s Vinyard (S1, Ep17).
00:00 Welcome to OYSTER-ology
00:11 The Inspiration Behind 'The Oyster Book'
00:56 Challenges and Transparency in Oyster Farming
01:59 Educational Outreach and Public Interest
02:43 The Birth of the Oyster Farm Tour
03:57 Writing 'The Oyster Book' During the Pandemic
05:38 The Comprehensive Guide to Oyster Farming
06:08 Publishing Success and Public Reception
15:31 Technical Insights: Diploids vs. Triploids
20:44 Environmental Impact and Future of Oyster Farming
31:56 The Writing Process and Book Promotion
35:36 Future Plans and Final Thoughts
Links:
The Oyster Book at Amazon. (https://www.amazon.com/Oyster-Book-Chronicle-Fascinating-Shellfish_Past)
Cottage City Oysters website (https://cottagecityoysters.com/)
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