Ep. 565: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXVIII
Jun 26, 2024
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Guests compete in a fun trivia game on hunting, fishing, conservation, and more for a $500 prize. Topics include conservation groups, Harry Potter actress donations, bucktail jigs, hunting dog breeds, trout fishing spots, suspicious deaths linked to insurance, invasive insects, and regional BBQ styles.
Burnt ends originated in Kansas City as a side dish for sharing at restaurants.
Trout Unlimited is a large organization working to preserve coldwater fisheries in North America.
Deep dives
Alaska, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah
According to culinary historians, burnt ends were created in Kansas City about 50 years ago. The counterman at one restaurant pushed them to the side and anyone could help themselves. Kansas City was declared the best smallmouth lake in the world by Kevin Van Dam.
Spotted Lanternfly
The spotted lanternfly, native to China, arrived in America as eggs on a stone shipment. It is considered one of the fastest spreading invaders in North America.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers were declared the best smallmouth lake in the world by Kevin Van Dam. The breed is known for being excellent hunting dogs excelling on water and in the field.
Trout Unlimited
Trout Unlimited has 350,000 members and 400 chapters in all 50 states. The organization focuses on conserving, protecting, and restoring North America's coldwater fisheries.