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Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast is a biweekly series featuring Catskills culture, history, sustainability, local interviews, literature, and the arts. Shows are hosted by Brett Barry and produced by Silver Hollow Audio, in the heart of the Catskills. Subscribe and experience what reviewers have called “delightfully informative” storytelling with “great production quality.” Voted “Best Regional Podcast” three years in a row. Episode archives, transcripts, and a robust search engine at kaatscast.com. Enjoy!
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April 8, 2025
<p>Exploring the Magical World of Mushrooms with Catskill Fungi's John Michelotti</p><p>In this episode of Kaatscast, host Brett Barry interviews John Michelotti, mushroom maven and founder of <a href="https://catskillfungi.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Catskill Fungi</a>. John draws listeners into the enchanting and complex world of fungi, sharing his journey from an outdoor guide to becoming an enthusiastic mycology educator. Recorded at Catskill Fungi's commercial kitchen in Pine Hill, the episode delves into the life cycle of mushrooms, their ecological roles, cultivation methods, and the mysteries of mycelium. John discusses the various types of mushrooms found in the Catskills, including edible, poisonous, and even mind-altering varieties. The episode also highlights the health benefits of mushroom extracts from varieties like Reishi, Lion's Mane, and Chaga. John is one one of the Catskill Center's "50 Stewards of the Catskills." Oh, and he's a super "fun-guy." Mwah-ha-ha!</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Seasonal Mushrooms</p><p>00:26 Meet John Michelotti: The Mushroom Maven</p><p>01:37 The Journey to Mushroom Mastery</p><p>05:55 Understanding Fungi and Mycelium</p><p>08:43 The Ecological Role of Fungi</p><p>16:51 Mushroom Cultivation Techniques</p><p>18:58 Edible and Toxic Mushrooms</p><p>23:57 Mushroom Identification and Walks</p><p>24:41 Mushroom Foraging Adventures</p><p>25:17 Fungi Cultivation Workshops</p><p>25:57 Diversity of Edible Mushrooms</p><p>26:19 Mushroom Production in the US</p><p>27:36 Identifying Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms</p><p>29:14 Psychedelic Mushrooms in the Catskills</p><p>32:03 Processing Mushrooms into Extracts</p><p>38:26 Health Benefits of Mushroom Extracts</p><p>44:23 Conclusion and Contact Information</p>
March 25, 2025
<p>Newly appointed Ulster County historian Eddie Moran discusses the role of a municipal historian and emphasizes the importance of presenting a complete and accurate history that includes all groups, with one such focus on the indigenous Lenape people. Moran, a SUNY New Paltz graduate and descendant of the region's Huguenot and Dutch colonists, shares his experiences working with various local organizations to expand the historical narrative. The episode also features a tour of the <a href="https://clerk.ulstercountyny.gov/countyclerk/records-management/hall-of-records" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Ulster County Hall of Records</a> led by archivist Jonathan Palmer, exploring the extensive archival collections and discussing the preservation and digitization efforts.</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Context</p><p>00:27 Meet Eddie Moran: Ulster County's New Historian</p><p>01:38 Eddie's Journey and Passion for History</p><p>06:55 The Role and Responsibilities of a County Historian</p><p>10:54 Challenges and Goals in Historical Narratives</p><p>16:50 Exploring the Ulster County Hall of Records</p><p>19:34 Preserving History: Techniques and Challenges</p><p>27:38 Significant Historical Documents and Their Stories</p><p>38:55 Conclusion and Credits</p><p>---</p><p>Audio recording by Izzy Schuyler</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/qNTx9fEO7vQ" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Behind-the-scenes video</a> by Ruby Zuckerman</p><p><br /></p>
March 11, 2025
<p>The Overlook, a new nonprofit newspaper, describes itself as "community journalism serving Hunter, Hurley, Olive, Saugerties, Shandaken and Woodstock."</p><p>At a time when newspapers in America are disappearing at a rate of about 2.5 per week, <a href="https://theoverlooknews.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Overlook</a> is attempting to buck that trend with community coverage and investigative reporting, served up weekly, in a free subscription model.</p><p>Join us for a conversation with its inaugural Editor-in-chief, Noah Eckstein, who's taking the lead in shaping a promising new publication in a part of the Catskills where news coverage is sparse. </p><p>Listen to the end, where we hear from 3 Kaatscast listeners who called in with reaction to our last show, "<a href="http://kaatscast.com/137" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Wireless Watershed</a>," about major communications gaps in the region. </p><p>Please keep in touch, at <a href="https://www.kaatscast.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">kaatscast.com</a>, and on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaatscast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@kaatscast </a></p>
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