Unearthing Cannibalism: Fish and Ethics

This chapter explores the surprising discovery of cannibalism among juvenile smallmouth bass, prompting a deeper discussion on dietary choices in the animal kingdom. The hosts engage in a thoughtful dialogue about the implications of consuming intelligent species and reflect on their own experiences with different meats, revealing complexities around speciesism and ethical eating. Personal narratives about vegetarianism, societal norms, and the emotional conflicts of meat consumption enrich the conversation, setting the stage for a broader debate on what is deemed acceptable to eat.