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Welcome to Waves On Air, a Waves Magazine podcast with your host, Mike Burke, publisher of Waves Magazine of Galveston. For eight years, Waves has celebrated the people, places, and stories that make this island one of the most vibrant communities on the Gulf Coast. And now, we’re taking that mission to the airwaves.
Every week, we’ll sit down with Galveston business owners, chefs, musicians, artists, hidden gems, local attractions, and the people who make this island shine. You’ll hear stories you’ve never heard, discover places you’ve never visited, and meet the personalities who give Galveston its heartbeat.
This podcast has been a long time coming. Our readers have asked for more ways to connect — and this is it. A place where we can talk, laugh, learn, and celebrate everything local.
Galveston’s seafood story is bigger than the Gulf — it’s global. In this two‑part documentary episode, Waves Magazine explores how America’s seafood really gets to your plate, why imported shrimp dominates the market, and what that means for local fishermen fighting to survive. Then we bring it home to Galveston, highlighting the restaurants, markets, and people who keep the island’s boat‑to‑table tradition alive.
Featuring: • Tom Valliere, Waves Magazine Food Editor • Local shrimpers, chefs, and Gulf Coast seafood experts • Galveston’s top seafood restaurants and markets
Part 1: Inside the Global Seafood Pipeline
Most Americans don’t know where their seafood comes from — or why 90% of it is imported. In Part 1, we break down the global seafood pipeline, the rise of shrimp farming, sustainability concerns, and the challenges facing Gulf Coast fishermen. This episode reveals the truth behind America’s seafood supply and why locally harvested seafood matters more than ever. Learn more at WavesGalveston.com
Part 2: Galveston’s Local Catch
The People, Places, and Plates Part 2 brings the story home. We explore Galveston’s freshest seafood markets, boat‑to‑table restaurants, and the chefs who keep Gulf Coast traditions alive. From iconic institutions like Gaido’s to hidden gems like Huli Hut, this episode is a guide to eating local and supporting the island’s fishing community. Learn more at WavesGalveston.com
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