Shannon Switzer Swanson's guest appearances

Shannon Switzer Swanson

Ocean Allison Podcast

When Women Fly

Patty Wagstaff

Melissa Lowe

Paul de Gelder

Andrew Stern

Marissa Colclasure

Melanie Curtis

Jessica Cox

Kyle Thiermann

David Brown

Martin Dorey

Chad Nelson

Rob Machado

Kikkan Randall

Denise Herzing

Bessie Coleman

OwlTail

This week, to celebrate Earth Day, Sylvia is joined by Shannon Switzer Swanson, a National Geographic Explorer, marine social ecologist, and surfer to probe the intersection of storytelling, research, art and science. They talk about modern-day "Exploration"and the role of women and the BIPOC community in redefining it. Shannon is not discouraged or dissuaded by the complexities in her work with conservation and she continues to ask difficult questions, such as: “Can coastal communities manage their resources in ways that both sustain prosperous livelihoods and a healthy environment.”  What is the win-win formula?Fun fact: Shannon is grand daughter to one of the pioneering women pilots of the mid-1900s.Topics Include:Photography, storytelling, and researchHow our perception of time affects choices around sustainabilityWhat it means to be a modern-day explorerFemale role modelsExtensive field research in Central SulawesiBuilding trust and participatory research methodsNational Geographic programs and getting your startMaintaining relationships while travelingBalancing work and family lifeAdvice for women adventurersAnd other topics...Resources Mentioned:An interactive website for folks interested in knowing where aquarium fish come from and how to keep an aquarium that doesn’t harm the world’s reefs, check it out at https://reeftoaquarium.com/.Book: Femininities in the Field: Tourism and Transdisciplinary ResearchConnect with Shannon:Instagram: @ShannonSwitzerSwansonTwitter: @S3OceansFacebook: @S3Oceans LinkedIn: @shannonswitzerswansonInterview with ShannonWant to connect with us? Visit us online!Website: https://www.whenwomenfly.com/IG: @whenwomenflyFB: @whenwomenflyTwitter: @whenwomenflyPinterest: @whenwomenfly

This week, to celebrate Earth Day, Sylvia is joined by Shannon Switzer Swanson, a National Geographic Explorer, marine social ecologist, and surfer to probe the intersection of storytelling, research, art and science. They talk about modern-day "Exploration"and the role of women and the BIPOC community in redefining it. Shannon is not discouraged or dissuaded by the complexities in her work with conservation and she continues to ask difficult questions, such as: “Can coastal communities manage their resources in ways that both sustain prosperous livelihoods and a healthy environment.”  What is the win-win formula? Fun fact: Shannon is grand daughter to one of the pioneering women pilots of the mid-1900s. Topics Include: <ul><li>Photography, storytelling, and research</li><li>How our perception of time affects choices around sustainability</li><li>What it means to be a modern-day explorer</li><li>Female role models</li><li>Extensive field research in Central Sulawesi</li><li>Building trust and participatory research methods</li><li>National Geographic programs and getting your start</li><li>Maintaining relationships while traveling</li><li>Balancing work and family life</li><li>Advice for women adventurers</li><li>And other topics...</li></ul>Resources Mentioned: An interactive website for folks interested in knowing where aquarium fish come from and how to keep an aquarium that doesn’t harm the world’s reefs, check it out at <a href="https://reeftoaquarium.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://reeftoaquarium.com/</a>. Book: Femininities in the Field: Tourism and Transdisciplinary Research Connect with Shannon: Instagram: @ShannonSwitzerSwanson Twitter: @S3Oceans Facebook: @S3Oceans LinkedIn: @<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonswitzerswanson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shannonswitzerswanson</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwsDcbCfqZI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with Shannon</a> Want to connect with us? Visit us online! Website: <a href="http://whenwomenfly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.whenwomenfly.com/</a> IG: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/whenwomenfly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whenwomenfly</a> FB: @<a href="https://www.facebook.com/whenwomenfly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whenwomenfly</a> Twitter: @<a href="https://twitter.com/whenwomenfly" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whenwomenfly</a> Pinterest: @<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/whenwomenfly/_created/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whenwomenfly </a>

027 When Surfing Makes a Scientist and Storyteller with Shannon Switzer Swanson

Nat Geo Adventurer

Shannon is an ocean scientist, photojournalist, and conservationist working to share her stories with the world - on topics ranging from storm water pollution to the global aquarium fish trade. She was recently honored as one of National Geographic's 2017 Adventurers of the Year.In this episode we discuss the importance of curiosity, Shannon's interest in photography and writing, and how her definition of adventure has no boundaries.Follow Shannon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/S3OceansFollow Shannon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/S3Oceans/Follow Shannon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonswitzerswanson/

Shannon is an ocean scientist, photojournalist, and conservationist working to share her stories with the world - on topics ranging from storm water pollution to the global aquarium fish trade. She was recently honored as one of National Geographic's 2017 Adventurers of the Year. In this episode we discuss the importance of curiosity, Shannon's interest in photography and writing, and how her definition of adventure has no boundaries. Follow Shannon on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/S3Oceans" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/S3Oceans</a> Follow Shannon on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/S3Oceans/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/S3Oceans/</a> Follow Shannon on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shannonswitzerswanson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/shannonswitzerswanson/</a>

Shannon Switzer Swanson: Ocean Photojournalist & Nat Geo Adventurer