S1 EP 10: Of Oysters, Passion and Local Enterprise: Emily Wilder's Journey to Salinity Seafood & More

Send a COMMENT to OYSTER-ology here!In this episode of OYSTER-ology Kevin explores the intricate world of Olympia oysters with guest Emily Wilder. Emily shares her unique journey from being a pescatarian on Whidbey Island in Puget Sound to becoming a shellfish farming advocate and discovering her true passion to be a small business entrepreneur. She discusses her experiences working on oyster farms, her realization of the importance of sustainable seafood marketing and how she established Salinity Seafood & More to bridge the gap between consumers, artisans and high-quality local products. The conversation describes the distinct qualities of Olympia oysters, their historical significance, sustainable farming practices and Emily's plans for her future. Tune in to hear Emily soothingly weave together the multifaceted world of oysters, environmental stewardship and the importance of supporting local businesses.00:00 Introduction to Olympia Oysters00:39 Welcome to Oysterology01:04 Emily Wilder's Journey04:03 Discovering Shellfish Farming07:03 The Evergreen State College Shellfish Club08:35 Marketing and Business School10:59 Working with Island Creek Oysters13:20 Returning to the West Coast16:34 The Unique Olympia Oyster34:38 Salinity Seafood and More45:55 Future Plans and ConclusionLINKS:Salinity Seafood & More website (https://eatsalinity.com/)Salinity Seafood & More  Instagram site  (https://www.instagram.com/eatsalinity/)Emily's Geoduckgal Instagram site(https://www.instagram.com/geoduckgal/)Skagit Shellfish(https://skagitshellfish.com/)Swinomish Shellfish Company(https://swinomishshellfishcompany.com/)The Living Shore: Rediscovering a Lost World, by Rowan Jacobsen. Bloomsbury USA; First Edition (September 1, 2009) (https://www.amazon.com/Living-Shore-Rediscovering-Lost-World/dp/1596916842)The Evergreen State College, Olympia Washington(https://www.evergreen.edu/)Please be sure to Like and Follow OYSTER-ology wherever you listen to podcasts, and tell others about it. Every positive mention of it helps more people find the podcast!