Fishtales: a seafood podcast with John Susman

Hosted ByJohn Susman

The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman tells the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world.

The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

John Susman has a long history in the seafood industry, working from catcher to cook and more recently as senior partner at Fishtales, provides counsel to catchers, processors, Government and Industry bodies, retailers, restaurateurs and fisheries managers.

John is co-author of the Australian Fish and Seafood Cookbook


All Episodes

James Wheeler (Wheeler’s Oyster Farm, Merimbula) – Sharp oysters, sharp minds

He grew up around oysters, flirted with other ambitions, and thankfully found his way back to the estuary before doing anything too sensible. Jimmy Wheeler is joining the upcoming...

Angelo Vaxevani (Nicholas Seafood) – Easter at the Sydney Fish Market

Angelo Vaxevani, manager of Nicholas Seafood at the Sydney Fish Market takes us on a tour of what’s good for Easter. From prawns, lobsters, live fish and more. ⁠https://www.nicholasseafood.com.au/⁠...

Angelo Vaxevani (Nicholas Seafood at Sydney Fish Market) – what’s good in Christmas Seafood

Angelo Vaxevani, manager of Nicholas Seafood at the Sydney Fish Market takes us on a tour of what’s good for the festive season in 2025. From prawns, oysters, lobsters,...

Martin Bosley (Yellow Brick Road, NZ) – reflections on seafood

Martin Bosley (Yellow Brick Road, NZ) – reflections on seafood https://www.instagram.com/martinbosley1/?hl=en Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman  https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/...

Angelo Vaxevani (Nicholas & Peters Fish) & Frank Theodore (Get Fish) – Christmas countdown

Join us for a deep dive into the seafood industry with two of Australia’s most influential experts. Angelo Vaxevani, manager of Nicholas & Peters Fish Stores—the country’s largest independent...

Dave Allen – Sea Urchin Godfather

Dave Allen, known as the “Sea Urchin Godfather,” is a pioneer of the Australian sea urchin industry. With over 25 years of dedication, he has mastered the craft of...

Kate Lamason (Little Tuna) – celebrating the art of seafood preservation

Kate Lamason is the owner of Little Tuna, a sustainable tuna preserving business in Cairns, North Queensland. Building on her family’s fishing legacy, Kate combines tradition with innovation, offering...

Anthony Heslewood (Revolution Fisheries, Western Australia) – where sustainability and quality are paramount.

Anthony Heslewood is an artisanal fisherman from Busselton, Western Australia, dedicated to sustainable, high-quality fishing. With a deep passion for the ocean and a commitment to excellence, Anthony meticulously...

Ryan Neinabar (Greenfish, Cape Town) – reflections, aspirations and hopes

Welcome to the Fishtales Seafood Podcast’s Global Seafood Wrap with Ryan Neinabar, a multifaceted fisherman, conservationist, seafood distributor, and retailer from Cape Town, South Africa. Join us as Ryan...

Paul Gloftis (Miami Fish Market) – heartfelt hopes and dreams

Join us for a festive edition of the Fishtales Seafood Podcast featuring Paul Gloftis, the master retailer from the renowned Miami Fish Shop on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Tune in...