The Catch
5.0/5
Critic Rating
Small pelagic fish have been sustaining the communities of the Gambia and Senegal for centuries. But recently, foreign fleets have taken interest. China in particular has been processing large quantities of fish from the region into a product called fishmeal, to support animal feed and fish farms abroad. And as the fishmeal industry has grown, local communities’ food security has suffered, pushing many to migrate abroad. On season five of The Catch, host Ruxandra Guidi reports from the Gambia and Senegal to hear firsthand how the fishmeal plants are impacting these communities and whether the industry, which underpins much of aq...
Critic Reviews
Score: 5
Stephen O. • Podcast Delivery • Jun 13, 2022
"Host Ruxandra Guidi paints a picture of an industry we may not always consider when ordering a plate of calamari or some squid ceviche. With the effects of the commercial fishing industry becoming more and more impactful to everyday life, it's crucial that we stay informed of how our eco and industrial systems are connected and what causes them to change."