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Ep. 11: The Neddeaus of Duqesne Island

This month we're exploring the fascinating and strange world of Duqesne Island, as shown by the newly released 1970s CBC documentary The Neddeaus of Duqesne Island. This never-before-seen footage depicts an absolutely definitely real family living on an isolated island in northern Ontario, immersed in a culture all their own. The Neddeaus provide more than enough fodder for a food-and-fashion deep-dive. We're eating all things potatoes (really, so many potatoes); wondering how on Earth this family got ahold of such modern raincoats; and meditating on what a symbol the Neddeaus really are for Canada, identity, and the human condition. Thanks for listening! Fashionably Ate is on Instagram and Facebook @fashionablyateshow, and we've got photos from this and every episode on Pinterest @fashionablyate. Feel free to email us at fashionablyateshow@gmail.com, and if you haven't already found us on iTunes, now's your chance! Download and subscribe -- and if you would