FishTales - a Seafood Podcast with John Susman

CJ Canby (Chesapeake Bay blue crab fisherman) - championing a local tradition

FishTales - a Seafood Podcast with John Susman

Show Notes

Chesapeake Bay, located on the East Coast of the United States, is renowned for its blue crab fishery, a vital industry that has sustained local communities and become a cultural hallmark. The Chesapeake Bay blue crab is celebrated for its sweet, tender meat and is a staple in local cuisine, featured in dishes like crab cakes, crab soups, and the famous Maryland crab feast. Meet CJ Canby, a dynamic next-generation Chesapeake Bay blue crab fisherman. Born and bred on the Bay, CJ blends time-honored techniques with modern sustainability practices, ensuring the legacy and vitality of this iconic trade. His dedication not only champions a local tradition but also stewards the bay's ecological future.

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