Kale of the Sea
b'Call off the search for the new kale: we\\u2019ve found it, and it\\u2019s called kelp! In this episode of Gastropod, we explore the science behind the new wave of seaweed farms springing up off the New England coast, and discover seaweed\\u2019s starring role in the peopling of the Americas.\\n\\nThe story of seaweed will take us from a medicine hut in southern Chile to a high-tech seaweed nursery in Stamford, Connecticut, and from biofuels to beer, as we discover the surprising history and bright future of marine vegetables. Along the way, we uncover the role kelp\\xa0can play in supporting U.S. fishermen, cleaning up coastal waters, and even helping make salmon farms more sustainable.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices'