177 Bringing the Sea's Bounty to You - In a Can - But at what Cost?

177 Bringing the Sea's Bounty to You - In a Can - But at what Cost?

July 15, 2026 · 27 min · Season 6

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This episode explores the rise of canned fish in the late 19th century and its implications.

Wanna see bears? goto Explore.org See how many Alaskan canneries there where? Or see more about the Diamond NN Cannery ? Follow the links And then listen in to the rise of canned fish in the late 19th century. Instant protein you can take with you anywhere. The cottage cheese of the 19th century - but no refrigeration needed. But - being able to can every last oyster and slamon we could get our hands on had a cost - as well as a payoff. Listen in to find out more Music Credit: Fingerlympics by Doctor Turtle Show Notes: https://thehistoryofamericanfood.blogspot.com/ Email: TheHistoryofAmericanFood at gmail dot com Threads: @THoAFood Instagram: @THoAFood & some other socials... @THoAFood

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