Hank Shaw

Date: 2016-12-15 | Duration: 2h 10m

Episode Overview

Hank Shaw dives deep into the world of wild food, sharing his journey from political blogging to becoming a celebrated chef and outdoorsman. He discusses the art and science of cooking wild game and fish, emphasizing the importance of understanding an animal’s diet and habitat to truly appreciate its flavor. Shaw offers vivid stories about hunting and preparing unusual species like leopard sharks, squirrels, and invasive wild boars, highlighting both the challenges and rewards of foraging and hunting for sustainable, natural ingredients. The conversation also explores the nuances of various fish and game, including the taste differences between species such as sturgeon, lingcod, and marlin, as well as the ecological impact of hunting practices. Shaw touches on the cultural significance of traditional foods like head cheese and the surprising delicacies found in nature. Throughout, he shares memorable anecdotes about encounters with wildlife and the often misunderstood relationship humans have with the natural world, blending practical cooking advice with a passion for conservation and respect for wild ecosystems.

About Hank Shaw

Hank Shaw is a celebrated chef, journalist, and author renowned for his expertise in wild game cooking and foraging. With a background as a restaurant cook, he has garnered significant acclaim for his three cookbooks focused on wild foods, including the James Beard Award-winning website Hunter Angler Gardener Cook, which showcases his passion for sustainable cooking and hunting. His latest work, "Buck, Buck, Moose," delves into the art of preparing game meat, reflecting his commitment to connecting people with nature through food. Shaw's unique blend of culinary skill and outdoor knowledge makes him a compelling figure in the world of gastronomy, inspiring others to explore the wild bounty of their surroundings.

Key Moments

– Wild Game Cooking
– Hunting Techniques
– Sustainable Fishing
– Shark Species
– Parasites and Wildlife
– Game Meat Preparation
– Waterfowl Species
– Invasive Species
– Food Preservation
– Outdoor Survival Skills
– Animal Behavior
– Toxoplasmosis Effects
– Fishing Gear
– Game Meat Taste
– Wildlife Conservation
– Predator-Prey Dynamics
– Game Meat Recipes
– Fishing Regulations
0:00:00 – Introduction and background on blogging and writing
0:04:29 – Transition from political blogging to culinary arts
0:10:10 – Discussion on unusual game hunting experiences
0:11:09 – Nutritional value of wild plants and fruits
0:14:26 – Encountering public reaction to hunting in suburban areas
0:17:15 – Shark species and their habitats
0:19:09 – Controversy over catching and eating sharks
0:21:12 – Differences between various shark species for consumption
0:26:41 – Shark reproduction and live birth explained
0:30:37 – Squirrel hunting and eating habits
0:36:18 – Sturgeon fishing and culinary uses
0:44:11 – Connection between Lyme disease and toxoplasmosis
0:48:21 – Cordyceps fungi and insect parasitism
0:53:36 – Fishery growth and commercial fishing challenges
0:59:06 – Gar fish characteristics and edibility
1:03:10 – Lingcod fishing behavior and size records
1:07:17 – Ethics and regulations on fishing large specimens
1:11:50 – Smoking fish techniques and preferences
1:16:49 – Taste profiles of various wild mammals
1:22:12 – Fire ants and invasive species impact
1:25:59 – Starting hunting journey and cooking wild game
1:31:01 – Waterfowl diet and its effect on flavor
1:36:38 – Food preservation methods: head cheese
1:39:15 – Cooking techniques for deer and elk
1:43:28 – Invasive pig damage and hunting
1:46:01 – Shotgun hunting and accuracy considerations
1:47:53 – Best eating waterfowl on the West Coast
1:51:21 – Lyme disease geographic distribution
1:53:52 – Anatomy and field dressing of deer
1:58:34 – History of elk market hunting
2:00:20 – Javelina hunting and dietary habits
2:02:45 – Pronghorn antelope predator-prey dynamics
2:04:51 – Favorite wild game dishes and cooking tips
2:06:03 – Closing remarks and praise for the guest's book

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 So I've never been to Woodland Hills. Starting point is 00:00:08 Really? Starting point is 00:00:21 Come on, man. Starting point is 00:00:35 So I was a bit more than a blogger. Starting point is 00:01:05 political blogger or you know a columnist an author after a while you got to realize you're Starting point is 00:01:49 I got to give him this thing. Starting point is 00:02:28 So everybody gets a little bit of an ornament on top of the tree so that they can go home to their district and say, look what I got. Starting point is 00:02:59 You know, everybody gets a little piece. Starting point is 00:03:50 Well, that's fairly reasonable then. Starting point is 00:04:11 And there's too many things to look at anyway. Starting point is 00:04:29 Which is why I find it fascinating that you went from that world to much more of an artistic pursuit of being a chef. Starting point is 00:05:00 Which ones? Starting point is 00:05:26 missing the point you could do both stupid but um the point being um that i didn't think i thought of food as being like great like oh this is this tastes good i like this i didn't think of it as Starting point is 00:05:57 You know it's not going to last forever. Starting point is 00:06:10 Yeah. Starting point is 00:06:34 Right. Starting point is 00:07:06 We are making product in a way that will make you interested in it and will delight you Starting point is 00:07:31 Like, my comedy changes worlds, changes minds. Starting point is 00:08:01 Because podcasts are so open-ended, there's no real structure to it. Starting point is 00:08:32 practitioners it was a real weird time i blame bill hicks do you know you know bill hicks is Starting point is 00:09:07 You can, by all means, make a statement, but make it funny. Starting point is 00:09:29 Yeah, what is that all about? Starting point is 00:10:10 So, I mean, I've done such weird stuff as, you know, when I go grouse hunting, Starting point is 00:10:29 They're a little bit like, we...

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