Episode 155B: Roadkill: Fresh or Flat?

We are still talking roadkill! Join us as we discuss the rates of auto-animal accidents in different states and the emerging trend of utilizing roadkill as a sustainable food source. We explore the frequency of such accidents, the states most likely to experience them, and the seasonal patterns tied to these occurrences. We introduce cookbooks and recipes that integrate roadkill into meals and ponder on factors such as freshness that make roadkill suitable or unfit for consumption. We Talk about the pros and cons from wildlife conservation perspectives, ensuring roadkill safety for consumption, managing material waste and animal populations. Join us and share your experiences or close calls with roadkill on The Strange South.~ +++++++ ~00:00 Introduction and Podcast Disclaimer00:30 Casual Banter and Personal Updates02:00 Thanksgiving Reflections and Food Discussions09:29 Break and Sponsor Message12:00 Deer-Car Accidents: Statistics and Safety Tips20:16 Roadkill Laws in the Southern States21:04 The History of Roadkill22:16 Personal Experiences with Roadkill23:07 Roadkill During the Great Depression and Post World War II24:08 Roadkill in Modern Cuisine24:35 Concerns About Consuming Roadkill25:15 Roadkill and Pets25:43 Roadkill Cookbooks and Recipes28:37 Ethics and Legalities of Consuming Roadkill34:04 Roadkill Festivals and Dishes40:11 Health and Safety Concerns of Consuming Roadkill42:04 Listener Stories and Conclusion