The Hippo Meat Proposal

This chapter explores the historical introduction of the water hyacinth plant in the U.S. and its invasive spread, juxtaposed with the bizarre 'American Hippo Bill' of 1923. The speakers discuss the absurdity of using hippos as a solution to a meat crisis, humorously examining societal attitudes towards unconventional food sources. They reflect on historical shifts in American food preferences and the implications of exotic animal consumption amidst changing cultural norms.