Deep Dive: The SeafoodSource Podcast
From SeafoodSource, Deep Dive goes beyond the headlines of the seafood industry. Each week, we speak with industry experts to explore the sector's top stories, pressing challenges, and the innovative solutions shaping its future.
Episodes
Why the term "blue economy" won't attract investors with Pedro Bobião
The term "blue economy" has become a common phrase within the seafood industry, shorthand for sustainable economic activity tied to the ocean. But is the term actually moving the industry forward, or just muddying the waters? In today's episode, we speak with Pedro Bobião, founder and managing director of Vide de Grunwald, a Lisbon, Portugal-based consultancy specializing in territorial developmen
Turning the sushi boom into sustainable growth for seafood with NSA Sushi Council Executive Director Dick Jones
In recent years, sushi has exploded in popularity across the U.S., growing into a USD 22 billion industry (EUR 18.8 billion), according to the National Seafood Association U.S. Sushi Industry Report. In this episode, we speak with Dick Jones, executive director of the National Seafood Association Sushi Council, about sushi's rapid rise and the opportunities it presents for the seafood industry – a
The journey to 100 percent fish utilization with Iceland Ocean Cluster CEO Alexandra Leeper
Amid declining fishing quotas and a growing push for sustainability, the seafood industry has been forced to do more with less. In this episode, we talk with Iceland Ocean Cluster CEO Alexandra Leeper about the success of Iceland's 100 percent fish utilization movement, the role ocean clusters play in driving innovation, and how this model can be replicated in regions around the world. This episod
How Yama Seafood President Nobu Yamanashi is carrying his father's legacy into the future
The seafood sector is built on family-owned businesses that have been passed down from generation to generation. But inheriting a business looks very different today as automation, AI, and a shifting workforce are rewriting the rules of nearly every industry. In today's episode, Yama Seafood President Nobu Yamanashi shares what it's really like to take over a family business – how he's modernizing
Creating a successful value-added seafood product with Aquamar Chef Brad Barnes
As Americans continue to seek high-protein, convenient, and affordable meals, frozen, value-added products have emerged as a major growth opportunity for the seafood industry. But turning that opportunity into a successful product is easier said than done. In today's episode, Aquamar Chef and President of Pure Food Consulting Brad Barnes walks us through how he developed Aquamar's new line of froz
Exploring practical applications of AI in seafood with Manolin CEO Tony Chen
As AI evolves at breakneck speed, seafood companies are left to determine which technologies are actually worth adopting and which are just noise. In today's episode, we tackle that question with Tony Chen, CEO and co-founder of aquaculture data analytics firm Manolin. We caught up with him at Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global to explore how the technology is being used within the ind
How Shinkei Systems is using robotics to transform the way fish are killed
In today's episode, we sit down with Founder and CEO of Shinkei Systems Saif Khawaja to discuss how his company is scaling up the traditional Japanese fish slaughtering technique known as "ike jime". We cover Shinkei's flagship product Poseidon, its new quality control and tracking system NERA, and where the company is headed next. This episode was made possible by SeafoodSource Premium. Upgrade
How "fishfluencer" James Sibley turned seafood into viral content
Breaking through on social media is a difficult task that much of the seafood industry continues to struggle with. In today's episode, we sit down with James Sibley, an aquaculture content creator with hundreds of thousands of followers across his SibleyAqua channels, to hear about his journey to becoming a "fishfluencer." Sibley discusses what makes seafood content go viral, the biggest mistakes
Nomi Prins on seafood's path to growth in 2026 amid economic and trade uncertainty
After a tumultuous 2025, the seafood industry is adapting to a new wave of uncertainty. While some tariff pressures have eased following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling against much of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff program, new challenges – such as securing tariff refunds, Trump's new 10 percent global tariff, and the war in Iran – now loom over the 2026 outlook. In today's episode, we sit do
An update on Norwegian salmon: Early price trends for 2026
In 2025, the global salmon industry experienced significant price volatility, driven by oversupply in major farming regions and U.S. tariffs. In this episode, we speak with SeafoodSource Price Reporting Specialist Erin Spampinato to explore the latest salmon pricing data coming out of Norway and what it may signal for the market as we continue into 2026. This episode was made possible by SeafoodSo
Navigating low quotas in the US scallop industry with Northern Wind CEO Ken Melanson
In recent years, scallop quotas in the U.S. Northeast have dropped significantly, prompting companies in the region to seek alternative sources. In this episode, we speak with Northern Wind CEO Ken Melanson about how the New Bedford, Massachusetts, U.S.A.-based seafood supplier is navigating a constrained domestic scallop supply and a shifting tariff landscape. This episode was made possible by Se
Why seafood suppliers are suing over Trump's tariffs: The IEEPA lawsuits explained
Several seafood suppliers have now filed lawsuits against the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump over its tariff program. In this episode, we speak with SeafoodSource Executive Editor Chris Chase, who explains the reasoning behind these lawsuits, why they're emerging now, and what they mean for the seafood industry. Then, attorney Vinicius Adam of VAdam Law – who filed the complaint on
Exploring solutions to the fish meal shortage: Part 2
In part two of our series on solutions to the looming fishmeal shortage, Kenny Belov, Co-Founder of TwoXSea, shares his journey from restaurateur to seafood supplier and his role in developing a custom vegan trout feed that's not only more sustainable compared to traditional fish meal but also attempts to optimize the trout's nutritional value. This episode was made possible by SeafoodSource Premi
Exploring solutions to the fish meal shortage: Part 1
As the aquaculture industry has grown, so has the demand for fish feed – but supplies are running low. In episode one of our two part series on solutions to the looming fish meal shortage, we talk to Chair of the F3 Fish Feed Challenge Kevin Fitzsimmons to understand the history behind the fish meal shortage, how urgent the problem is, and the latest innovations in fish-free alternatives. This epi
How worried should the seafood industry be about microplastics?
Microplastics are in everything, including seafood. In this episode, we first speak with Tony Walker, an environmental studies professor and researcher at Dalhousie University, about his recent study detecting microplastics in lobster meat off the coast of Nova Scotia. Then we turn to Norbert Kaminski, director of Michigan State University's Institute for Integrative Toxicology and Center for Rese
A realistic approach to implementing human rights due diligence at seafood companies
Human rights due diligence has become a familiar term in the seafood industry, but how are seafood companies actually supposed to implement it? In this episode, we speak with Sustainability Strategist and SeafoodSource Contributing Editor Ned Daly to help us understand what human rights due diligence is, why it's important, and what makes it so difficult to actually enforce. Then, Oddisea SuperFro
NFI-NOAA's settled lawsuit over MMPA guidelines: What it means for foreign fisheries, US importers
The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) and several seafood companies have settled their lawsuit over NOAA's recent Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) determinations. In this episode, SeafoodSource Executive Editor Chris Chase breaks down the settlement and its implications for the 240 foreign fisheries affected by the NOAA ruling. We then speak with Supreme Crab & Seafood CEO Troy Turkin to bette
How seafood companies are leveraging influencer marketing
In today's episode, we speak to Craig Morris, CEO of the Association of Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers, as well as seafood influencer and InnaSea Media Chief Marketing Strategist Emily De Sousa, about the benefits of influencer marketing. SeafoodSource Content Specialist Avery St. Onge sat down with them to discuss their experiences with influencer marketing and advice for seafood companies look
Rethinking land-based salmon farming with closed aquaculture systems
Today's guest is AKVA Business Director of Land Based Aquaculture Jacob Bregnballe, who we caught up with at Seafood Expo Global, where he hosted a conference session on land-based closed recirculation systems. SeafoodSource Content Specialist Avery St. Onge sat down with Jacob to learn more about closed systems technology and why he thinks it is the future of land-based salmon farming. Find us on
Talking shrimp marketing with Miguel Barcenas of the Global Shrimp Council
Today's guest is Miguel Barcenas of the Global Shrimp Council, who we caught up with at Seafood Expo North America back in March. Miguel has a long history in marketing, and he joined the podcast to talk about why the world needs a Global Shrimp Council and how they're rolling out their first campaign - Global Shrimp: The Happy Protein.
Talking ghost gear with Ingrid Giskes
On today's episode, we're talking with Ingrid Giskes, director of the Global Ghost Gear Initiative, a group working to tackle the problem of lost, abandoned and discarded fishing gear. Ingrid joined the podcast to talk about the issues posed by ghost gear and how her organization is tackling the issue at an international level.
The story behind Icy Waters' award-winning new retail product with Randy Lavault
Today's guest is Icy Waters Partner Randy Lavault, who we caught up with at Seafood Expo North America, where Icy Waters won the 2025 Seafood Excellence Best New Retail Product award for its Atlantic Salmon with a Guinness Sweet Honey Mustard Melt & Panko Crumb. SeafoodSource Content Specialist Avery St. Onge sat down with Randy to learn more about Icy Waters and how his team created the award-win
Talking sushi with Aquamar CEO Daryl Gormley
Today's guest is Aquamar CEO Daryl Gormley, who we caught up with at Seafood Expo North America, where Aquamar hosted the Cali Roll Clash, a sushi competitition. I sat down with Daryl to talk about the history of the California Roll and Aquamar's unique historical connection to sushi.
Talking ropeless fishing gear with Russ Mullins
Today we'll be talking to Russ Mullins, the owner of Guardian Ropeless Systems, one of the companies offering alternative fishing gear to U.S. fishers. We're going to talk about what ropeless, or pop-up, gear is, why some are pushing for increased adoption, and what we've learned from recent pilot programs and testing.
The National Fisheries Institute's Strategic Plan to Win the Day for the US Seafood Industry
Today we'll be listening into a recent presentation from National Fisheries Institute CEO and President Lisa Wallenda Picard and Chief Strategy Officer Gavin Gibbons. They'll be discussing NFI's strategic plan and discuss how her organization is working to ensure the industry's long-term survival and success.
Crew Well-Being on Fishing Vessels
Tune in to today's episode for presentations on crew safety on fishing vessels from Julia Black, the Senior Ethics & Social Sustainability Manager at Hilton Foods, and Mike Kraft, the Executive Director of FISH Standard for Crew.
Driving U.S. Consumer Behavior and Demand for Seafood
Seafood Nutrition Founder and President Linda Cornish and VP of Marketing and Communications Sarah Crowley discuss their Fall in Love with Seafood Campaign. This presentation was given at the Seafood Expo North America earlier this year.
Climate change, blue foods, and growing insecurity
In this presentation from Seafood Expo Global 2024, World Wildlife Fund Senior Director of Oceans Futures Sarah Glaser explains how climate change is causing fishery populations to move, which could lead to increased global conflicts. Join Premium to access all available conference recordings >>
Advancing AI in the seafood sector
This week, we'll listen into a panel discussing how artificial intelligence is being used in the seafood sector from the 2024 Seafood Expo Global show in Barcelona, Spain. Join Premium to access all available conference recordings >>
Political economist Mark Blyth
This week, we'll listen into an excerpt from Brown University International Economics Professor Mark Blyth's keynote address at the at the 2024 Seafood Expo Global show in Barcelona, Spain. Listen into his update on the global economic and political situation and how it could impact the seafood marketplace. Join Premium to access all available conference recordings >>
Andfjord Salmon CEO Martin Rasmussen
This week SeafoodSource Executive Editor speaks with Martin Rasmussen, CEO of Norwegian salmon farmer Andfjord Salmon. Join Premium to access all available conference recordings >>
Kansom Australia Managing Director Maomao Chen
This week we're talking all things abalone! Join me as I interview Kansom Australia Managing Director Maomao Chen about fostering innovation in the world of abalone. Join Premium to access all available conference recordings >>
Multi X Commercial Director Fernando Pérez
This week we're talking with Fernando Pérez Saavedra, the commercial director at Chile-based salmon-farming firm Multi X. This interview was conducted at the Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America in Boston, Massachusett by SeafoodSource Executive Editor Cliff White. Join Premium to access all available conference recordings >>
The 2024 Seafood Excellence Awards
This week we're talking to some of the companies who won at the 2024 Seafood Excellence Awards announced at Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America in Boston, Massachusetts and the Seafood Excellence Global Awards announced at Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global in Barcelona, Spain. First, we'll listen into an interview with Jonathan Brown and Jade Brown of Highland F
Seafood marketer Steve Musser – Live from Seafood Expo North America
This week's episode is an interview with Steve Musser, a seafood marketing expert who has held senior positions with both East Coast Seafood and Inland Fresh Seafood. Musser discussed his history and experience in the industry and shared insights on how seafood companies can improve their marketing and sales approaches. This interview was recorded live at the Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Pro
Chief of the Seafood Inspection Program Steven Wilson – Live from Seafood Expo North America
Today's episode is an interview with Steven Wilson, the Chief of the Seafood Inspection Program for the NOAA Fisheries Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce. This interview was recorded at Seafood Expo North America in Boston, Massachusetts. Visit the Product Showcase.
Content creators GiGi Ashworth and James Sibley – Live from Seafood Expo North America
Listen in to Associate Editor Bhavana Scalia-Bruce's interviews with online influencer Gigi Ashworth and TikTok creator James Sibley. These interviews were recorded at Seafood Expo North America in Boston, Massachusetts last month. Visit the Product Showcase.
Patrick McMurray and Julie Qiu of the Oyster Master Guild – Live from Seafood Expo North America
Listen in to our interview with Patrick McMurray and Julie Qiu of the Oyster Master Guild on all things oysters and shucking. This interview was recorded at Seafood Expo North America in Boston, Massachusetts last week. Visit the Product Showcase.
Emily De Sousa – Live from Seafood Expo North America
Listen in to our interview with award-winning fisheries scientist, owner of Seaside with Emily, and content creator Emily De Sousa which was recorded at Seafood Expo North America in Boston, Massachusetts this week. Visit the Product Showcase.
How researchers are using AI and satellites to track ocean activity
On today's episode, we'll catch you up on all the latest news from SeafoodSource.com and listen to an excerpt from our most recent webinar: Insights Through Innovation: Revealing human activity at sea using AI and satellite imagery. Click here to watch the full webinar or read about the study here. Visit the Product Showcase.
Blue Foods and COP28
On today's episode, we'll catch you up on all the latest news from SeafoodSource.com and listen to an excerpt from Seafood 2030's Ned Daly's interview with Tom Pickerell, The Global Director for the Ocean Program at the World Resource Institute. Click here to watch the full webinar: Climate, Oceans and COP28 - What Does It Mean for Blue Foods and the Seafood Industry. Visit the Product Showcase.
An update on global shipping crises
On today's episode we'll talk to SeafoodSource Editor Chris Chase about situations with the Panama Canal and Suez Canal affecting global shipping. Visit the Product Showcase: https://www.seafoodsource.com/product-showcase?utm_source=website&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=ss23-product-showcase-ss-presents&utm_content=digital
Improving shrimp farming in Indonesia
On today's episode we'll listen into an excerpt from SeafoodSource Executive Editor Cliff White's interview with Liris Maduningtyas, the CEO of Indonesia-based JALA. Visit the Product Showcase: https://www.seafoodsource.com/product-showcase?utm_source=website&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=ss23-product-showcase-ss-presents&utm_content=digital
American shrimp farming and genotyping
On today's episode we'll listen into an excerpt from SeafoodSource's most recent webinar with Robin Pearl, president and CEO of the U.S.A.-based shrimp farm and genetics firm American Penaeid and the Sun Shrimp brand, on the value of genetics for American shrimp farming. Visit the Product Showcase: https://www.seafoodsource.com/product-showcase?utm_source=website&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=ss
Canada's lobster season opens and alternative sources of Omega-3 oil
On today's episode, Editor Chris Chase joins SeafoodSource Presents discuss the opening of Canada's lobster season. Then we'll tune in to Executive Editor Cliff White's interview with Yield10 CEO Oliver Peoples on new sources for Omega-3 oil in aquafeeds. Visit the Product Showcase: https://www.seafoodsource.com/product-showcase?utm_source=website&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=ss23-product-showc
Tools for tackling IUU fishing
On today's episode, we hear from the experts on how seafood buyers and suppliers can combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
A weakening Gulf Stream and the emergence of plant-based seafood alternatives
On today's episode, Editor Chris Chase joins SeafoodSource Presents to discuss how warming waters in the Gulf of Maine are impacting the lobster fishery. Next, Associate Editor Bhavana Scalia-Bruce joins to walk us through plant-based and cell-based seafood alternatives. Find us at seafoodsource.com or e-mail us at editor@seafoodsource.com.
Responding to forced labor, retail sushi's rise, and the forming of a global shrimp council
On our first episode, Editor Chris Chase joins SeafoodSource Presents to explain the ongoing fallout from a report that forced labor from the Uyghur ethnic minority in China has been used in seafood production, Editorial Project Manager Maddie Kearns discusses how sushi is defying trends with retailers, and we'll listen in to an excerpt from our most recent webinar about the need for a global shri
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