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Aw, shucks! All about Oysters with Jason Woodside

Aw, shucks! All about Oysters with Jason Woodside

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Discover the delicious history of raising, harvesting – and shucking – oysters on Prince Edward Island! Host Samantha Kelly is joined by Jason Woodside, oyster-shucking champion and inventor of the banjo knife. Together, they delve into the story of how our relationship with oysters started, how it became a globe-spanning industry and the ins and outs of our relationship with oysters in the present day.

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Jason Woodside Is A Two-Time Canadian Oyster Shucking Champion (2004, 2006) With Over 26 Years Of Experience As A Professional Oyster Shucker. Infamous For His Knowledge and Skill, Jason Possesses A Deep Understanding Of Canada’s Oyster Industry, Particularly Prince Edward Island’s wild And cultured Oyster Fisheries.

Passionate about education and advocacy, Jason shares his expertise through private tours, seminars, and appearances at select events, where he elevates public awareness of the joys and complexities of oyster appreciation. Jason is the creator of the Banjo Oyster Knife, which helps make shucking safer and easier for beginners. Additionally, Jason crafts traditional-style oyster knives, from PEI wood, which are tailored to professional shuckers seeking a competitive edge.

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