EPISODE · Nov 26, 2025 · 1H 4M
Caviar 101 with Black River Caviar
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Caviar. Is there any word — or food — that more quickly conjures up associations of luxury and opulence? But caviar isn’t just a thing to serve on the yacht you don’t own, caviar has a rich history. Once a snack only for Russian oligarchs, today it is found in more places and likely on potato chips. Eli talks with Sarah Mayo for a deep dive into the history of global caviar production; the ways in which the modern market is shaping consumption; and the endangered status of the fish responsible for this exotic dish. We Want to Hear from You!Have a topic, craft category, or craft company you’d like to see us cover? Email us here to share those or any other thoughts you have about CRAFTED.RELATED LINKS:Blister Craft CollectiveBecome a BLISTER+ MemberBlack River CaviarBLISTER NEWSLETTER:Get It & Our Weekly Gear GiveawaysTOPICS & TIMES:History of Caviar (2:53)The Production Process (14:30)The Market for Caviar (17:57)Soviet Caviar (24:58)China's Influence (30:38)Sturgeon, Illegal Fishing, & Hybrid Products (32:13)Lifecycle of the Sturgeon (39:53)Grading Structure (49:51)Caviar & Wine (52:48)SEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30Blister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Caviar. Is there any word — or food — that more quickly conjures up associations of luxury and opulence? But caviar isn’t just a thing to serve on the yacht you don’t own, caviar has a rich history. Once a snack only for Russian oligarchs, today it is found in more places and likely on potato chips. Eli talks with Sarah Mayo for a deep dive into the history of global caviar production; the ways in which the modern market is shaping consumption; and the endangered status of the fish responsible for this exotic dish. We Want to Hear from You!Have a topic, craft category, or craft company you’d like to see us cover? Email us here to share those or any other thoughts you have about CRAFTED.RELATED LINKS:Blister Craft CollectiveBecome a BLISTER+ MemberBlack River CaviarBLISTER NEWSLETTER:Get It & Our Weekly Gear GiveawaysTOPICS & TIMES:History of Caviar (2:53)The Production Process (14:30)The Market for Caviar (17:57)Soviet Caviar (24:58)China's Influence (30:38)Sturgeon, Illegal Fishing, & Hybrid Products (32:13)Lifecycle of the Sturgeon (39:53)Grading Structure (49:51)Caviar & Wine (52:48)SEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30Blister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Caviar 101 with Black River Caviar
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