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(From The 08/29/2020 Show) What if pirates were still around today? Well, they ARE. General Manager at Jesse Brown’s, Wes Lawson, helps breakdown a recent Smithsonian Magazine article by Tristram Korten delving into the subject. This modern day story involves piracy of course, but also poaching trips around the world, especially in the realm of commercial fishing. Listen in wide-eyed and wide-eared to learn about the demand for fish and the crimes involved to reap maximum profits. And, learn even more, by reading the article here: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/modern-day-pirates-steal-millions-tons-fish-seas-180975496/?utm_source=GetTheElevatordotcom