Scott Sanner is a oyster tin/can enthusiast who has a larger than life collection.  Today he talks to us about the history of oyster cans, the marketing intention behind the iconic labels, and how to start your very own collection.  These vintage oyster cans gained popularity in the early 1900s ,but are still thriving amongst collectors today.

Kara Muzia is an ocean enthusiast, marine biologist and host of "So You Want To Be A Marine Biologist". I'm so excited for you guys to not only meet Kara but go listen to her podcast. Kara is super interesting with a background in all things science and even helped with putting oysters back in the bay. https://linktr.ee/marinebiolife https://marinebio.life/home/podcast-ocean-science-conservation-careers/ https://marinebio.life/

Alex Troutman is an African American biologist that is breaking down doors in the science field. Alex grew up in Atlanta and from a early age was hypnotized by wildlife. Although it was hard because he didn't see conservationist that looked like him, his love still grew for mother nature. When he started school he actually was studying to be a veterinarian and then a field biology class changed his point of view on a career. I hope you enjoy Alex Troutman's story and continue to follow his journey. Al_Troutman (@n8ture_al) 

Today I'm talking with Sean from Montauk Seaweed Co. located in Long Island. Montauk Seaweed Supply Company™ is New York State’s original processing and distribution operation for raw kelp and seaweed that has been grown and / or harvested from inshore waters. Today Sean informs us why we should be using kelp for farming purposes. https://montaukseaweedsupply.com

Today I interviewed Adam Simha of MKS design out of Cambridge, Massachusetts. After 20 years of metal working Adams passion and commitment shows in every spec of his knife design. At first sight I was in love with the design of the oyster knife. The blade is stainless steel and the handle is made of fiberglass perfect for working in the restaurants. mksknife.com instagram @mksknife email: [email protected]

Steve and Sarah Malinowski of Fisher Island Oyster Company graced the Oyster Ninja Podcast with so much knowledge and grace. The very humble couple have been active farmers for over 40 years. You can not talk oyster sustainability, climate change, or policy without including the Malinowski family. There farm is located in the black island sound and taste and quality oysters are highly talked about in the oyster community. I hope you enjoy their story.

Brown's Oyster Supply is a seafood supplier in Charleston, South Carolina specializing in oysters. Every order is picked and rinsed by hand straight from the mud to you. I had a great time talking with Terrell Brown of Brown oyster supply. His family goes back at least 3 generations working on the water and doesn't have any signs of stopping.

I had the privilege to sit down with Rogue Oysters which is located in Northern Neck. This small oyster company which is also doing oyster drop off's is owned by the husband and wife team Aaron and Taryn. They took their hobby to a full blown business and now with over 500,000 oysters in the water.

Imani Black is the creator of Minorites in Aquaculture a nonprofit to help minorities get a helping hand in the aquaculture field.  We had a great talk about not only diversity in the aquaculture field, but just life in general.  Imani is wise beyond her years and is lighting the road of for many others to follow.  I hope you enjoy this first interview of The Oyster Ninja Podcast season 4.

HEY WHATS GOING ON TO ALL MY OYSTER NINJAS OUT THERE???  THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER AND SEASON 4 IS COMING TO YOU VERY SOON.  I HAVE SOME FUN GUEST LINED UP AND GET WAIT TO SHARE THEIR STORIES.   IF YOU WANT TO HEAR FROM SOMEONE SPECIFIC SHOOT ME AN EMAIL AT [email protected].  YOU CAN SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY BUYING OUR SWAT AT https://oysterninjapc.myshopify.com/collections/all IF YOU WANT TO BUY ME A BEVERAGE FOLLOW THE LINK HERE AT https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Oysterninja  

I had the opportunity to interview our countries #1 ranked oyster shucker Honor Allen. Honor tells about his oyster journey from Panama, Florida all the way to his international oyster journey. We also talk about this years virtual Oyster shucking contest at Nationals in St. Mary's county.

Caviar Starr is a family owned business out of North Carolina. Deanna Leavitt sat down and really explained the caviar world. She answers questions like: Why are some caviar's illegal? Does caviar have health benefits? What is the difference between wild and farmed caviar? She answers all this and more. I hope you enjoy. https://caviarstar.com/

Hello folks i had the opportunity to sit down with viral sensation Spurweezy and he tells about his journey and what's next for him. https://www.tiktok.com/@spurweezy/video/6794127848207617285?lang=en http://spurweezy.com/  

Raising Clams With Oysters From East To West, We're Funding The Mission Of American Cancer Society! Join us as we party with a purpose and Shuck Cancer from Coast 2 Coast! More details to come, but this experiential event hosted by our "Shellebrities" will showcase oysters

Chris Fields sat down with us and told us his shucking story. Sit down and prepare yourself for some laughs as he goes back in the shucking time machine. Chris tells us about how he got in the shucking field over three decades ago and how covid is affecting his world.

Hey whats going on good people today we have a real treat for you. This is one of my longest interviews, but i promise its worth every bit of your attention. Patrick Mcmurray is well known in the oyster and restaurant community just to start. He is also the author of numerous books and inventor of the shucker paddy oyster knife. Get ready to learn so much from this legend. Enjoy

Today a living legend in the food scene sat down with us to tell her story of traveling all over the world to spotlight the best African, Carribbean, and southern cuisine. Eden Hagos not the DJ by the way is the founder of Blackfoodie.CO and today she welcomed us into her world. I hope you enjoy. She tells us all about BlackFoodie.CO, talks about food equality and so much more.

 "What Lies Beneath" is a 3 part webinar series that dives in and educates you about fresh water mussels, oysters, and horse shoe crabs. Did You know Horse Shoe crabs aren't even crabs but more like spiders. Learn this and so much more on the August 25 from leading expert Glenn Gauvrey, Founder & President (Ecological Research & Development Group). Register Here https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8FrhOMJbSD6ex6nq06DoSw

Paddleboard and Bay enthusiasts Chris Hopkinson decided the least he could do to support re building natural oyster reefs was to paddleboard the length of the Bay, about 240 total miles (the Bay is about 200 miles.  Listen to his story it really is amazing and selfless. https://www.baypaddle.org/

Happy National Oyster Day Beautiful people. Today i'm talking with Beth Walton of Oyster South and Tommy Waller inventor of The Oyster Bed. Beth talks all things Oyster South and Tommy formally introduces us to The Oyster Bed.

I met Nick Schauman a few years ago and we hit it off immediately. Nick is always a fan favorite in any room he enters and it was only right that i brought him on the podcast. He talks about a new raw bar concept he is working on with Baltimore Raven Hall of Famer Ed Reed and also his current restarants situations with Covid-19.

Jason Woodside is an 2x Canadian oyster shucking champ and designer of the banjo oyster knife. He took time out of his day and talked with us about PEI culture, his banjo shucking knife and many more topics. I hope you enjoy.

i hope everyone is doing ok. Today I would like you to meet Mr. Brandon Smith owner of Grayson Bay Oyster Co. down in the Gulf. The gulf is really changing the face on oyster Aquaculture and Grayson bay is one of the newest farms to take on the fight. You have a great opportunity to track a oyster company from the beginning so stay tuned for more updates. I hope you enjoy today's interview. Grayson Bay Oyster Co. https://graysonbayoysterco.com/ Support the channel AMAZON https://www.amazon.com/shop/s.s.shucking [email protected] Cashapp -$SHUCKDADDY Patreon- OYSTERNINJAPC 👕 Check out the new MUGS, SHIRTS, and HOODIES at https://www.teepublic.com/user/oysterninjapc Follow me in social media: Instagram- @S.S.SHUCKING This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which mean if you buy something we'll receive a small commission Disclaimer: We are ambassadors or affiliates for many of the brands we reference on the channel. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Self-taught, Kristine Kainer specialize in oils. Her subject matter focuses on long-time passions: food, all things coastal, and the natural beauty found in her surroundings. Her works are found in both public and private collections nationally and internationally as well as group and solo exhibitions throughout the United States. Kristine Kainer Website https://www.kristinekainer.com/shop-original-paintings-by-kristine-kainer

Hey whats going on good people i hope you enjoy this episode of The Oyster Ninja Podcast. Today im Interviewing the CO-owner of Rocket Frog Brewery in Sterling Va.

Are you a oyster farmer or raw bar that is out of fresh ideas during this pandemic? Virginia Shaffer is here to tell you tips, trends and habits for a successful social media lifespan. The Lady Oyster is dropping a bunch of gems like how to get your message/brand out to your audience. You can find the lady oyster blog here: https://www.theladyoyster.com/ Support the channel AMAZON https://www.amazon.com/shop/s.s.shucking [email protected] Cashapp -$SHUCKDADDY Patreon- OYSTERNINJAPC 👕 Check out the new MUGS, SHIRTS, and HOODIES at https://www.teepublic.com/user/oyster... Follow me in social media: Instagram- @S.S.SHUCKING This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which mean if you buy something we'll receive a small commission Disclaimer: We are ambassadors or affiliates for many of the brands we reference on the channel. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.   SHOW MORE      

HEY WHATS GOING ON GOOD PEOPLE TODAY WE TAKE A VIRTUAL JOURNEY TO THE EASTERN SHORE OF MARYLAND TO TALK WITH LAMONT POTTER. HE AND HIS FAMILY HAVE A SEAFOOD BUSINESS ON THE EASTERN SHORE OF MARYLAND CALLED LMEN SEAFOOD. RIGHT NOW THEY ARE DOING POP UPS AND DELIVERY BUT SOON THEY WILL BE BACK AT FULL SWING.

Hey what's going on good people its Gardner Douglas your Oyster Ninja and today I'm talking with the Oyster Goddess herself Julie QIU.  She is telling us about her newest blog about buying oyster online to win over your oyster fix during this pandemic.   BLOG https://www.inahalfshell.com/ ONLINE OYSTER BLOG https://www.inahalfshell.com/buyoysters

Today we meet Mr. Kevin Joseph founder and owner of Empire Oyster.  He lets us know all about International Oyster day held on NOvember 18 and why this is a more logical day instead of National oyster day held on August 5th.   Kevin explains the coined term "Mermmelier" and what it really means to have this label.  Learn all these things and more in the newest episode from the Oyster Ninja. empireoyster.com theoysterhood.com  

Great episode today all about The 2019 Damariscotta Oyster Celebration in Maine held on June 13-15.  Sarah-Taylor Wieluns Executive Producer of O'Maine Studios gave us just a taste of what we have to look forward to on the 3 day celebration.  

Today we meet Jameelah Lewis of Uncorked Wine Bar In Washington, Dc.  

This week we learn about two great upcoming Oyster festivals. One is happening this weekend (September 29 2018) in New Your City. The Grand Central Oyster Bar is having their 16th annual Oyster Frenzy which is only has one option and that is to have a blast. The other upcoming event is the National Oyster Festival of St. Mary's County held in Maryland of course.  This is a great episode and i hope you can make it to one if not both.  

This episode we are talking with Ms. Emma Furman the Marketing Director at R. Murphy Knives.  R. Murphy has been pumping out knives since the 1850's and is still prospering today.  They focus on two types of blades stainless and also carbon steel.  This was a really fun interview where we learn about their new initiative with Invision Plastics. Many other topics are touched like: The day to day happenings at R. Murphy Knife Company. How they actually acquired the business in 2009. What to look for when we go buy knives?  Once we get our knives home how do we keep them clean and sharp? What is the real difference in Oyster knives?  

This show folks is all about why we should devour the mousels we call our bivalve mullusk OYSTERS   Mrs. Henderson is a certified nutritionist out of Baltimore. Today she tells all the Oyster Ninja Listeners why we should be eating more oysters.  Oysters are more than just tasty.  They are actually good for our body also because they are packed with a lot of vitamin and minerals.  I've been telling people for years to "eat a oyster it will make you feel better", now we actually have some facts behind my opinion. If you have ever asked your self any of these questions your in the right place: What does zinc do for my body? How many calories are in a oyster? What are the B Vitamins? Why is getting the correct amount of Iron important? What is the difference between fortified and enriched? What is a sustainable food and what's the deal? How do I get my sperm count up?   Laura Henderson business is Peach Tree Wellness and her email is [email protected]

Ryan Ono from Ocean Conservancy sat down with the Oyster Ninja Podcast to discuss the serious topic of Ocean Acidification. He tells us what Ocean Acidification is and what we can do to help.  This is a important topic that hits every part of marine life and not just oysters.  It affects basically everything in the water from our smallest crustaceans to large coral reefs. He lets us know what Oyster farmers are doing to help protect there oysters, especially the spat during their most vulnerable periods.  OCEAN CONSERVANCY  

A day in the Life OF Our very own Cheasapeake Bay Mermaid. WE meet Chessy in her natural habitat and she breaks downs the in's and outs of the Chesapeake Bay. We get to know her close and personal.  She talks about how the Bay use to be before all the new inhabitants arrived and about her personal 400 year history.  We also meet the last bivalvian one of the oysters ancient family members with a few magic tricks up his sleeve.   You can find out how to volunteer an numerous events on and around the bay on chessys' website.  chesapeakemeraid.com   Let me know what you think about this episode and what else your interested in hearing about at [email protected] 

This week on the Oyster Ninja Podcast we talk to Mr. Jorge Bogantes.  He is the Natural Resources Specialist at Anacostia Watershed Society or AWS. Jorge has been a leading factor in the restoration of Anacostia River in all aspects from the meadows restoration to the mussel project. The mussel restoration project is what sparked my interest but everything else kept me asking questions like how and when can I help. I hope you guys are ready for a big ride full with all types of curves. Maybe this will get to you in time and you can also help out on Earth Day down on the Anacostia. www.anacostiaws.org  

Daphnee Duret a veteran in the service industry tells us about different wines and what wines pair best with Oysters.  Daphnee breaks down for us the different wine categories and what they actually mean.  She also explains what goes into pairing a oyster with wine and spoiler alert it starts from the ground.   This week I received some great oysters that were shipped in from Onliest Oyster Company. The site is still down but you can join the sign up for latest details and also follow them on social media.  OnliestOysterco.com Have you guys heard of the Original Oyster Buddy?  They have a product that allows you basically to shuck with one hand if you need to.  This shuck buddy allows you to wedge the oyster and you can pop it just like that.  And really the average beginner can use this also to shuck for the first time.  if your interested shoot a email out to [email protected]  Check my video out and many more on the @oysterninjapc instagram page If you guys have questions or show ideas shoot me a email at [email protected]  

Hey what’s up good people and welcome back to The Oyster Ninja Podcast. This week we sit down and talk to the team behind Horn Point Hatchery which is part of University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science and located on the banks of Choptank River just outside Cambridge on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.  They gave us an exclusive tour and then we set down with the man himself MR. Don Merritt or Mutt as all the Oysters call him.  He really breaks it down why Oysters are so important to the bay and what we can do to help the process of the oysters making a strong come back.  Do you know why we should listen to Mother Nature?  Have you heard about Oyster Recovery Program or Living Classroom? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this episode of Oyster Ninja Podcast.   Legging Army By Renee http://leggingarmy.com/#rlhinmon East Coast Shellfish Growers Association April newsletter ecsga.org  The Original Shuck Buddy [email protected]

This week we meet Ms. Toyin Alli owner of Dc Puddin in Washington Dc  Dc Puddin has two food trucks serving up the delicious southern cajun food and also a shop at Union Market in North East Dc.  Ms. Alli breaks down what it takes to run two successful food trucks and a food hub.  She also tells the importance of sustainable food, and of course following your dreams.    

Today we meet owners of Goshen a Vegan and fresh market Sonia and Nathaniel Adams. Goshen is located in Southern Hyattsville and will be opening soon.  I met the owners of Goshen during my time at Union Market and just loved the food and fresh pressed juices even though I am not vegan.  I hope you guys enjoy and check them out in SOHY. 

Hello and welcome back folks.  This week we are traveling down memory lane and we meet Mr. Thomas Downing from the ESVA but became known as a powerful man in New York City. For the month of February I will be interviewing black owned businesses and spotlighting them on the podcast. If you haven't been following us on social media we started a Oyster Meet Up Group in Dc.  To tag along for all the fun happenings follow us on our Fb and Instagram pages. Forty North kept our winter seasons warm with a great oyster nerd hoodie which read on the back side "I'm not a player I just shuck a lot"  If your interested check out the link on our instagram page or email me at [email protected]     

This week we take a journey down to South Carolina and meet Isalbella Macbeth Cain aka Gator as she is known by her army and shucking community. She dives in telling us about her life story and also how oysters fit into her world.

This week we explore Scotty Bordignon aka The Big Shuckers world. The former shucker at Rappahanock Oyster Bar in Dc is now holding it down at Fanny Bay Oyster in Canada. In this Episode he breaks down what shucking means to him, they different types of oysters, and also pairing oysters to name a few topics.

What is up good people.  This has been a awesome week with the podcast along with the shucking events.  We shucked at ol ebbitt grill in dc for their Oyster Riot.  We also did a oyster roast with Harris Creek Oyster Co.  THis week we are speaking with Scott Budden the Owner of Orchard Point Oyster Co.  At the end of this episode I also leave you wih a pondering question.  You can give me your answer on our new FB page The Oyster Ninja podcast or our shoot me a email at [email protected]