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Smuggling Baby Eels: The New Black Market
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This week: suitcases full of contraband, a smuggler who writes poetry in jail and the chance to make thousands of dollars in a single night. Reporter Otis Gray brings us the story of America’s eel fishing boom, and what happened when it got out of hand. Plus, Kenji López-Alt discusses the surprising science of salting scrambled eggs, and we make kefta in a creamy tahini sauce. (Originally aired September 27, 2024.) Get this week’s recipe for Baked Kefta with Tahini here . Listen to Otis Gray’s “Sleepy” podcast here . Music in Otis Gray’s piece is by Blue Dot Sessions. Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify