Fish fraud, misrepresenting a fish as a more expensive one, costs Americans $25 billion a year. And because less than 100 inspectors check for fraud in the US and everyone from wholesalers to sushi restaurants are free to rip off their customers.
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In this episode, Josh and Chuck dive into the surprisingly widespread problem of fish fraud, revealing that about a third of seafood sold in restaurants and markets isn't actually what the label claims it is. They explore how fish get swapped out for cheaper substitutes, why sushi restaurants are the worst offenders, and introduce you to some wild characters like the Escalar fish, which sounds fancy but can cause some seriously unfortunate digestive consequences. The hosts break down the $25 billion annual fraud problem, explain why it matters beyond just getting ripped off, and offer practical tips for avoiding getting duped at your local market or favorite restaurant.
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"taking out the cartridge from your Game Boy, blowing on it and popping it back in — Mentioned in podcast advertisement about nostalgic 90s experiences, though Game Boy is primarily a gaming device rather than film/TV."
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★ 7.1
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Poltergeist
1982
1h 54m
★ 7.2
"AOL Instant Messenger and the dial-up sound like poltergeist — Referenced in a podcast advertisement comparing the dial-up internet sound to the movie Poltergeist."
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