Summary

In this episode, Justin and Adam examine how wild food culture is evolving as it moves into the mainstream. They discuss the influence of technology and AI on hunting, foraging, and social media, the growing respect for indigenous foodways, and the renewed focus on ethical meat care. The conversation also addresses misinformation within the community and the need for self-regulation. Looking ahead to 2026, they explore a coming divide between education-driven content and spectacle-based media, and why preserving traditional knowledge matters more than ever.

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Chapters:

00:00 The Evolution of Wild Food Culture

07:09 The Impact of Technology on Foraging and Butchery

13:57 Misinformation and the Community's Role

20:02 The Future of Wild Food and Social Media Dynamics

24:51 The Impact of AI on Social Media and Entertainment

26:53 Indigenous Voices in the Wild Food Movement

29:58 Challenges and Opportunities in Indigenous Food Sovereignty

32:46 Technology's Role in Wild Food Practices

35:58 The Intersection of Technology and Hunting

41:28 Ethics of Technology in Hunting and Foraging

Takeaways:

Wild food has become mainstream and is now widely shared on social media.

There is a growing appreciation for meat care and fish quality among consumers.

Indigenous foodways are gaining recognition and leadership in the wild food conversation.

Technology is reshaping traditional food practices, including hunting and foraging.

Misinformation about butchery and meat care is prevalent on social media.

Short videos can lead to misconceptions about the complexity of butchery.

Community regulation of information is crucial in combating misinformation. AI is changing the way we consume content on social media.

Indigenous voices are gaining recognition in the wild food movement.

Technology is both a tool and a challenge in wild food practices.

Drones and thermal optics are becoming common in hunting.

Ethics in hunting are being challenged by new technologies.

AI-driven apps can mislead foragers if relied upon solely.

The wild food culture is built on trust and experience.

There is a growing divide between tech-savvy and traditional practitioners.

The future of wild food will require balancing technology with traditional knowledge.

Keywords:

Wild food, foraging, butchery, technology, social media, indigenous foodways, meat care, misinformation, community policing, future trends, AI, social media, indigenous food, wild food, technology, hunting, foraging, food sovereignty, conservation, ethics

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