In this episode of the Trawl Free Table podcast, Melissa Norris and David Bayes engage with gubernatorial candidate Tom Begich to discuss the pressing issues surrounding fisheries management in Alaska. As the race for Alaska governor heats up, it's imperative we know our candidates stance on fisheries. This video does not imply endorsement of any particular candidate. All Gubernatorial candidates are invited on the show to discuss their plan to mitigate the effects of trawl fishing in Alaska.

Hosted by David Bayes and Melissa Norris. Our guest is ALFA director, commercial fisherman, past member of the North Pacific Fishery Management Council serving 9 years, Linda Behnken. Linda elaborates on smart fisheries management and reigning in trawl. At the forefront of banning trawl fishing in Southeast Alaska, Linda shares how they did it and what she thinks needs to change in fisheries management now before it's too late.

Chris Miller and his business partner Cody Frye have Alaska's first-known trawl-free restaurant called The Kannery in Homer. Chris has a rich history in seafood procurement and restaurant management as a Chef and restaurant owner. He sheds light on the industry and questions whether seafood labels are truly believeable, how restaurants in Alaska can take the high road and how sourcing locally is the take away.