{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Get Aquacultured!","title":"Minorities in Aquaculture","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/330759a1\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":5460,"description":"Join Mike Coogan and Gabby Bradt on Get Aquacultured! as they explore diversity and inclusion in the aquaculture industry with Imani Black, the founder of Minorities in Aquaculture. Discover the untold stories of Black watermen in the Chesapeake Bay and gain actionable insights on creating a more equitable and diverse seafood industry. In This Episode:Guest Speaker: Imani Black – Founder and CEO of the Non-profit, Minorities in Aquaculture, Oyster farmer Host: Mike Coogan, Ph.D. Research Assistant Professor, Center for Sustainable Seafood Systems, University of New Hampshire  Co-host: Gabriela Bradt, Ph.D. Fisheries and Aquaculture Extension State Specialist, New Hampshire Sea Grant/UNH Cooperative Extension, University of New Hampshire  Show Notes Key Takeaways:Recognize the historical contributions of Black watermen and the challenges they faced in the Chesapeake Bay.Understand the importance of capital and community support in sustaining diverse participation in aquaculture.Identify the skills and traits that are valuable in aquaculture beyond academic credentials.Support organizations like Minorities in Aquaculture that promote workforce development and inclusivity.Advocate for accessible entry points into the aquaculture industry for individuals from all backgrounds. Resources Mentioned:Minorities in Aquaculture Website Chef’s Table (Netflix Show)McIntosh and Son Oyster FarmThe Grey RestaurantChesapeake Bay Foundation Aquaculture North America Sunflower Sea Star LabCultured Abalone FarmEE Blue Aquaculture Literacy GrantNOAA North American Association for Environmental Education Connect With Us:Imani Black (Minorities in Aquaculture)Mike Coogan (Host)Gabby Bradt (Co-host)  Subscribe to Get Aquacultured:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon Quotes:Imani Black: “When we go to, like, aquaculture things, we’re the only speck of pepper in a sea of salt.”Imani Black: “It’s not over until you say it’s over.” Behind the Story:Imani Black’s path wasn’t always clear. Despite a...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/uq6d4JNLe_9mdt-_9S2gmTXf8khUPRSVOzSd_40y6Zo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lMWEx/OTlmZDQxMDEyYjgw/YWEzYjBhYzNiYmVk/NGE1Zi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}