Denise Herzing

Denise is the Founder and Research Director of The Wild Dolphin Project, a non-profit research initiative studying the behavior, social structure, and communication of Atlantic spotted dolphins in the wild for more than three decades. Learn more about the longest running underwater dolphin research project in the world, their hands-off approach to learning about these marine mammals, and their cutting edge attempts at two-way communication. In this episode we also discuss ways to get involved with Wild Dolphin Project through membership, Bahamas field-work participation, internships, and events. Follow Wild Dolphin Project on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wild.Dolphin.ProjectFollow Wild Dolphin Project on Instagram: www.instagram.com/wilddolphinprojectFollow Wild Dolphin Project on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/wdolphinpVisit their website: www.wilddolphinproject.orgPhoto By: Bethany Augliere

Denise is the Founder and Research Director of The Wild Dolphin Project, a non-profit research initiative studying the behavior, social structure, and communication of Atlantic spotted dolphins in the wild for more than three decades. Learn more about the longest running underwater dolphin research project in the world, their hands-off approach to learning about these marine mammals, and their cutting edge attempts at two-way communication. In this episode we also discuss ways to get involved with Wild Dolphin Project through membership, Bahamas field-work participation, internships, and events. Follow Wild Dolphin Project on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Wild.Dolphin.Project" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/Wild.Dolphin.Project</a> Follow Wild Dolphin Project on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/wilddolphinproject" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/wilddolphinproject</a> Follow Wild Dolphin Project on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/wdolphinp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/wdolphinp</a> Visit their website: <a href="http://www.wilddolphinproject.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.wilddolphinproject.org</a> Photo By: Bethany Augliere

Dr. Denise Herzing: Wild Dolphin Project Founder

Paul de Gelder

Paul is a shark bite survivor now passionately advocating for the conservation of sharks worldwide through public speaking, writing, and TV presenting on programs like Discovery Channel's Shark Week. In this episode we discuss how even after losing two limbs to a bull shark in 2009 as a Navy Clearance Diver, Paul has come to realize that sharks are truly incredible animals that need respect and protection. Paul also shares why he chooses to eat a plant-based diet and how his profound relationship with the ocean inspires him to care for all life above and below the water.Follow Paul on Instagram: www.instagram.com/pauldegelderFollow Paul on Twitter: www.twitter.com/PauldeGelderVisit Paul's website: www.pauldegelder.comPhoto By: Ian Kasnoff

Paul is a shark bite survivor now passionately advocating for the conservation of sharks worldwide through public speaking, writing, and TV presenting on programs like Discovery Channel's Shark Week. In this episode we discuss how even after losing two limbs to a bull shark in 2009 as a Navy Clearance Diver, Paul has come to realize that sharks are truly incredible animals that need respect and protection. Paul also shares why he chooses to eat a plant-based diet and how his profound relationship with the ocean inspires him to care for all life above and below the water. Follow Paul on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/pauldegelder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/pauldegelder</a> Follow Paul on Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/PauldeGelder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/PauldeGelder</a> Visit Paul's website: <a href="http://www.pauldegelder.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pauldegelder.com</a> Photo By: Ian Kasnoff

Paul de Gelder: Shark Bite Survivor Now Advocating for Sharks

Ando Shah

Ando is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Ballast Technologies, the world's first aquatic virtual reality company. Inspired by his love for the ocean and his desire to increase empathy, Ando is applying his skills in developing technologies to help connect humans with the ocean in a fully immersive experience.In this episode we discuss Ando's childhood in India that included an extreme fear of water, a profound experience diving with whales in Mozambique, his views on the true value of virtual reality, and so much more.Visit Ballast's website: www.ballastvr.comFollow Ando on Instagram: www.instagram.com/andoshahVisit Ando's personal website: www.ando.xyz

Ando is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Ballast Technologies, the world's first aquatic virtual reality company. Inspired by his love for the ocean and his desire to increase empathy, Ando is applying his skills in developing technologies to help connect humans with the ocean in a fully immersive experience. In this episode we discuss Ando's childhood in India that included an extreme fear of water, a profound experience diving with whales in Mozambique, his views on the true value of virtual reality, and so much more. Visit Ballast's website: <a href="http://www.ballastvr.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.ballastvr.com</a> Follow Ando on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/andoshah" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/andoshah</a> Visit Ando's personal website: www.ando.xyz

Ando Shah: Aquatic Virtual Reality Co-Founder

Jack Fishman

Jack is the Community Conservation Officer at Project AWARE (sister non-profit to PADI, the world's leading scuba training organization). Through his incredible passion for the underwater world, his knowledge of ecotourism, and his skills in scuba diving, Jack is inspiring ocean lovers around the world to become involved in ocean conservation efforts.Whether you're a diver, a snorkeler, or simply a beach-goer, this episode will provide you with lots of ways to get more involved in ocean conservation initiatives like Dive Against Debris surveys, REEF fish ID surveys, and AWARE Week events.Follow Jack on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jackfish44Find an AWARE Week event: www.padi.com/aware-week/joinVisit Project AWARE's website: www.projectaware.orgFollow Project AWARE on Instagram: www.instagram.com/projectawareFollow PADI on Instagram: www.instagram.com/paditvThis Ocean Allison Podcast episode is brought to you by Kraken Sports, high quality scuba diving photo and video equipment. Visit www.krakensports.ca to learn more.

Jack is the Community Conservation Officer at Project AWARE (sister non-profit to PADI, the world's leading scuba training organization). Through his incredible passion for the underwater world, his knowledge of ecotourism, and his skills in scuba diving, Jack is inspiring ocean lovers around the world to become involved in ocean conservation efforts. Whether you're a diver, a snorkeler, or simply a beach-goer, this episode will provide you with lots of ways to get more involved in ocean conservation initiatives like Dive Against Debris surveys, REEF fish ID surveys, and AWARE Week events. Follow Jack on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/jackfish44" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/jackfish44</a> Find an AWARE Week event: <a href="http://www.padi.com/aware-week/join" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.padi.com/aware-week/join</a> Visit Project AWARE's website: <a href="http://www.projectaware.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.projectaware.org</a> Follow Project AWARE on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/projectaware" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/projectaware</a> Follow PADI on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/paditv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/paditv</a> This Ocean Allison Podcast episode is brought to you by Kraken Sports, high quality scuba diving photo and video equipment. Visit <a href="http://www.krakensports.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.krakensports.ca</a> to learn more.

Jack Fishman: Project AWARE's Community Conservation Officer

Lauren Blickley

Lauren is a Marine Scientist based on Maui, creating waves of change when it comes to single-use plastic pollution. She is at the forefront of ocean plastics research on Maui, and also plays a vital role in advocating for regulations on plastic materials like polystyrene (styrofoam). She is an all around ocean-lover creating positive change for the ocean through science, policy, and education!Follow Lauren on Instagram: www.instagram.com/oneswelllifeVisit her website: www.swellinitiative.org

Lauren is a Marine Scientist based on Maui, creating waves of change when it comes to single-use plastic pollution. She is at the forefront of ocean plastics research on Maui, and also plays a vital role in advocating for regulations on plastic materials like polystyrene (styrofoam). She is an all around ocean-lover creating positive change for the ocean through science, policy, and education! Follow Lauren on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/oneswelllife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/oneswelllife</a> Visit her website: <a href="http://www.swellinitiative.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.swellinitiative.org</a>

Lauren Blickley: Ocean Plastics Scientist and Policy Activist

Andrea Marshall

Andrea is the co-founder of Marine Megafauna Foundation, studying manta ray populations worldwide in order to protect and conserve these ocean giants. Andrea was the first person to ever study manta rays for her PhD, discovered an entirely new species of manta, created a manta ray photo database encouraging citizen science, and has been highly influential in getting the need for manta conservation recognized globally. She is truly the Queen of Mantas!Follow Andrea on Instagram: www.instagram.com/queenofmantas/?hl=enVisit Marine Megafauna Foundation's website: www.marinemegafaunafoundation.orgVisit Ray of Hope Expedition's website: www.queenofmantas.com/ray-of-hope-expeditionsContribute to Manta Matcher: www.mantamatcher.orgThis Ocean Allison Podcast episode is brought to you by Kraken Sports, high quality scuba diving photo and video equipment. Visit www.krakensports.ca to learn more.

Andrea is the co-founder of Marine Megafauna Foundation, studying manta ray populations worldwide in order to protect and conserve these ocean giants. Andrea was the first person to ever study manta rays for her PhD, discovered an entirely new species of manta, created a manta ray photo database encouraging citizen science, and has been highly influential in getting the need for manta conservation recognized globally. She is truly the Queen of Mantas! Follow Andrea on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/queenofmantas/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/queenofmantas/?hl=en</a> Visit Marine Megafauna Foundation's website: <a href="http://www.marinemegafaunafoundation.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.marinemegafaunafoundation.org</a> Visit Ray of Hope Expedition's website: <a href="http://www.queenofmantas.com/ray-of-hope-expeditions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.queenofmantas.com/ray-of-hope-expeditions</a> Contribute to Manta Matcher: <a href="http://www.mantamatcher.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mantamatcher.org</a> This Ocean Allison Podcast episode is brought to you by Kraken Sports, high quality scuba diving photo and video equipment. Visit <a href="http://www.krakensports.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.krakensports.ca</a> to learn more.

Dr. Andrea Marshall: The Queen of Mantas

Martina De Marcos

Martina is a marine scientist currently traveling from Tijuana to Patagonia on an 8 month tour educating as many people as possible on the issues and solutions to plastic pollution. At the same time she is earning her masters degree in environmental management with a focus on waste management strategies in remote coastal areas.In this episode we talk about her childhood in Argentina, her experience working in Panama with the United Nations Environment Program to ban single-use plastic bags, and her optimistic outlook on the future of how we interact with plastics.Follow Martina on Facebook: www.facebook.com/nimisvaraFollow Martina on Instagram: www.instagram.com/martinademarcosCheck out her Indigogo campaign: www.indiegogo.com/projects/dona-x-menos-basura-plastica-en-america-latina-grx-love-water#

Martina is a marine scientist currently traveling from Tijuana to Patagonia on an 8 month tour educating as many people as possible on the issues and solutions to plastic pollution. At the same time she is earning her masters degree in environmental management with a focus on waste management strategies in remote coastal areas. In this episode we talk about her childhood in Argentina, her experience working in Panama with the United Nations Environment Program to ban single-use plastic bags, and her optimistic outlook on the future of how we interact with plastics. Follow Martina on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/nimisvara" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/nimisvara</a> Follow Martina on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/martinademarcos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/martinademarcos</a> Check out her Indigogo campaign: <a href="http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/dona-x-menos-basura-plastica-en-america-latina-grx-love-water#" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.indiegogo.com/projects/dona-x-menos-basura-plastica-en-america-latina-grx-love-water#</a>

Martina De Marcos: Plastic Pollution Educator on Tour

Francesca is a London-based artist using her incredible paintings to communicate science and conservation topics to the world, most recently highlighting the beauty and importance of sharks in response to the global decline of shark populations. In this episode we discuss how her experiences as a scuba diver and her connection to the natural word have inspired her art to focus on painting ocean animals to start important conversations and how along the way she's even been inspired to make lifestyle changes including eating a vegan diet.Visit her website: www.francescapageart.comVisit her Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/FrancescaapageFollow her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/francescaapage

Francesca is a London-based artist using her incredible paintings to communicate science and conservation topics to the world, most recently highlighting the beauty and importance of sharks in response to the global decline of shark populations. In this episode we discuss how her experiences as a scuba diver and her connection to the natural word have inspired her art to focus on painting ocean animals to start important conversations and how along the way she's even been inspired to make lifestyle changes including eating a vegan diet. Visit her website: <a href="http://www.francescapageart.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.francescapageart.com</a> Visit her Etsy shop: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Francescaapage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.etsy.com/shop/Francescaapage</a> Follow her on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/francescaapage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/francescaapage</a>

Francesca Page: Conservation Artist

Alex Martinez

Alex, just like all of you, is an Ocean Allison Podcast listener, now on his way to becoming a Marine Biologist. After listening to almost every episode while on deployments with the Navy, Alex was inspired to make a career change and pursue his interest in ocean science and conservation.After listening to Alex's inspiring story, you can follow him on Instagam to learn more: www.instagram.com/alex_oceans. Big thank you to all you ocean-loving listeners out there, your stories inspire me greatly!

Alex, just like all of you, is an Ocean Allison Podcast listener, now on his way to becoming a Marine Biologist. After listening to almost every episode while on deployments with the Navy, Alex was inspired to make a career change and pursue his interest in ocean science and conservation. After listening to Alex's inspiring story, you can follow him on Instagam to learn more: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/alex_oceans" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/alex_oceans</a>. Big thank you to all you ocean-loving listeners out there, your stories inspire me greatly!

Alex Martinez: Ocean Allison Podcast Listener

Christine Spiten

Christine is the co-founder of Blueye Robotics, a Norway-based technology start-up developing underwater drones that can allow you to explore nearly 500 feet beneath the ocean's surface and live stream to any device all at the same time!In this episode, Christine and I chat about her experiences that led her to Blueye, the fundamental ethos of exploration Blueye Robotics has, and the importance of connecting people with our blue planet.Visit the Blueye website: https://www.blueyerobotics.com/Watch the Blueye YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWwdmVZ7uvHdf69nnWCCIKAFollow Blueye on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blueyerobotics/Follow Blueye on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueyepioneer/Follow Christine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chspiten/

Christine is the co-founder of Blueye Robotics, a Norway-based technology start-up developing underwater drones that can allow you to explore nearly 500 feet beneath the ocean's surface and live stream to any device all at the same time! In this episode, Christine and I chat about her experiences that led her to Blueye, the fundamental ethos of exploration Blueye Robotics has, and the importance of connecting people with our blue planet. Visit the Blueye website: <a href="https://www.blueyerobotics.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.blueyerobotics.com/</a> Watch the Blueye YouTube channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWwdmVZ7uvHdf69nnWCCIKA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWwdmVZ7uvHdf69nnWCCIKA</a> Follow Blueye on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blueyerobotics/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/blueyerobotics/</a> Follow Blueye on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blueyepioneer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/blueyepioneer/</a> Follow Christine on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chspiten/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/chspiten/</a>

Christine Spiten: Blueye Robotics Co-Founder

Bringing you the best in ocean science, conservation, education and more through conversations with people creating positive change for the ocean.

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Ocean Allison Podcast

Boyan is the Founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup, using advanced technologies and the ocean's currents to rid the oceans of plastic. Five years since his TEDx talk went viral, Boyan and his team are now preparing to launch their first full floating system in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in Spring of 2018.Hear this young entrepreneur's thoughts on research, fundraising, criticisms, global plastic pollution solutions, and his ultimate goals for The Ocean Cleanup.Visit The Ocean Cleanup website: https://www.theoceancleanup.com/Follow The Ocean Cleanup on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theoceancleanupFollow The Ocean Cleanup on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theoceancleanup/Follow The Ocean Cleanup on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheOceanCleanup/Watch their videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOceanCleanup

Boyan is the Founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup, using advanced technologies and the ocean's currents to rid the oceans of plastic. Five years since his TEDx talk went viral, Boyan and his team are now preparing to launch their first full floating system in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in Spring of 2018. Hear this young entrepreneur's thoughts on research, fundraising, criticisms, global plastic pollution solutions, and his ultimate goals for The Ocean Cleanup. Visit The Ocean Cleanup website: <a href="https://www.theoceancleanup.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theoceancleanup.com/</a> Follow The Ocean Cleanup on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/theoceancleanup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/theoceancleanup</a> Follow The Ocean Cleanup on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theoceancleanup/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/theoceancleanup/</a> Follow The Ocean Cleanup on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheOceanCleanup/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/TheOceanCleanup/</a> Watch their videos on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOceanCleanup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOceanCleanup</a>

Boyan Slat: The Ocean Cleanup Founder

Chad Nelson

Chad is the CEO of Surfrider Foundation, a grassroots non-profit dedicated to protecting and preserving the world's oceans, waves, and beaches.Hear about Chad's history with Surfrider, the initiatives he's spearheaded, and how you can get involved with this global community of change-making ocean advocates.Follow @surfrider on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surfrider/Follow @surfrider on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SurfriderFollow Surfrider Foundation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/surfrider/?fref=tsVisit their website to get involved: https://www.surfrider.org/

Chad is the CEO of Surfrider Foundation, a grassroots non-profit dedicated to protecting and preserving the world's oceans, waves, and beaches. Hear about Chad's history with Surfrider, the initiatives he's spearheaded, and how you can get involved with this global community of change-making ocean advocates. Follow @surfrider on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/surfrider/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/surfrider/</a> Follow @surfrider on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/Surfrider" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Surfrider</a> Follow Surfrider Foundation on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/surfrider/?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/surfrider/?fref=ts</a> Visit their website to get involved: <a href="https://www.surfrider.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.surfrider.org/</a>

Chad Nelson: CEO of Surfrider Foundation

David Shiffman

David is a shark conservation biologist at the University of Miami, using an interdisciplinary approach to being a shark scientist. With over twenty-eight thousand followers on Twitter, David is utilizing social media and blogging to spread the message of Why Sharks Matter.Hear David and I discuss his shark conservation research, his use of social media in science communication, and his outspoken relationship with Discovery Channel's Shark Week. Photo credit: Christine Shepard.Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhySharksMatterFollow David on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whysharksmatter/?fref=tsFollow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whysharksmatter/Read David's blog: http://www.southernfriedscience.com/

David is a shark conservation biologist at the University of Miami, using an interdisciplinary approach to being a shark scientist. With over twenty-eight thousand followers on Twitter, David is utilizing social media and blogging to spread the message of Why Sharks Matter. Hear David and I discuss his shark conservation research, his use of social media in science communication, and his outspoken relationship with Discovery Channel's Shark Week. Photo credit: Christine Shepard. Follow David on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/WhySharksMatter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/WhySharksMatter</a> Follow David on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/whysharksmatter/?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/whysharksmatter/?fref=ts</a> Follow David on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whysharksmatter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/whysharksmatter/</a> Read David's blog: <a href="http://www.southernfriedscience.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.southernfriedscience.com/</a>

Dr. David Shiffman: Shark Conservation Biologist showing Why Sharks Matter

Jacqui is a local official in Martin County, Florida dedicated to improving the health of South Florida's troubled waterways. Involved in the political arena, she is leading the movement to stop toxic algae filled water from plaguing her town.Hear what it's like to be on the front lines of an environmental catastrophe.Subscribe to her blog: https://jacquithurlowlippisch.com/Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacqui.thurlowlippisch?fref=tsFollow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/_thurlowVisit her campaign website:  http://www.votejtl.com/

Jacqui is a local official in Martin County, Florida dedicated to improving the health of South Florida's troubled waterways. Involved in the political arena, she is leading the movement to stop toxic algae filled water from plaguing her town. Hear what it's like to be on the front lines of an environmental catastrophe. Subscribe to her blog: <a href="https://jacquithurlowlippisch.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jacquithurlowlippisch.com/</a> Follow her on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jacqui.thurlowlippisch?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/jacqui.thurlowlippisch?fref=ts</a> Follow her on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/_thurlow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/_thurlow</a> Visit her campaign website: <a href="http://www.votejtl.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.votejtl.com/</a>

Jacqui Thurlow-Lippisch: Community leader fighting Florida's toxic algae bloom

Sarah Chinn

Sarah is a Marine Physiologist at Sonoma State University studying both the lives and deaths of California's sea otters. Follow along as Sarah and I discuss how there's more to sea otters than just a pretty (and cute!) face. Her most recent research pinpoints End-Lactation Syndrome as a significant reason for mortality in adult female sea otters and the implications behind this.Read Sarah's scientific paper: http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.7589/2015-06-158?journalCode=jwdiVisit seotter.org:  http://www.seaotters.org/Visit the Fish and Wildlife Service website to learn more: https://www.fws.gov/ventura/endangered/species/info/sso.htmlVisit the US Geological Survey website to learn more: https://www.werc.usgs.gov/project.aspx?projectid=91

Sarah is a Marine Physiologist at Sonoma State University studying both the lives and deaths of California's sea otters. Follow along as Sarah and I discuss how there's more to sea otters than just a pretty (and cute!) face. Her most recent research pinpoints End-Lactation Syndrome as a significant reason for mortality in adult female sea otters and the implications behind this. Read Sarah's scientific paper: <a href="http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.7589/2015-06-158?journalCode=jwdi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.7589/2015-06-158?journalCode=jwdi</a> Visit <a href="http://seotter.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">seotter.org</a>: <a href="http://www.seaotters.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.seaotters.org/</a> Visit the Fish and Wildlife Service website to learn more: <a href="https://www.fws.gov/ventura/endangered/species/info/sso.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.fws.gov/ventura/endangered/species/info/sso.html</a> Visit the US Geological Survey website to learn more: <a href="https://www.werc.usgs.gov/project.aspx?projectid=91" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.werc.usgs.gov/project.aspx?projectid=91</a>

Sarah Chinn: California Sea Otter Scientist

Kayla is the science program manager at Coral Restoration Foundation, a nonprofit working to restore coral reefs in the Florida Keys and throughout the Caribbean. Their innovative coral tree nursery and out-planting techniques are providing hope for coral reefs worldwide.Follow @coralrestorationfoundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coralrestorationfoundation/Follow @coralcrf on Twitter: https://twitter.com/coralcrfFollow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoralRestorationFoundation/?fref=tsVisit their website: https://coralrestoration.org/

Kayla is the science program manager at Coral Restoration Foundation, a nonprofit working to restore coral reefs in the Florida Keys and throughout the Caribbean. Their innovative coral tree nursery and out-planting techniques are providing hope for coral reefs worldwide. Follow @coralrestorationfoundation on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/coralrestorationfoundation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/coralrestorationfoundation/</a> Follow @coralcrf on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/coralcrf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/coralcrf</a> Follow on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CoralRestorationFoundation/?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/CoralRestorationFoundation/?fref=ts</a> Visit their website: <a href="https://coralrestoration.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://coralrestoration.org/</a>

Kayla Ripple: Coral Restoration Foundation science manager

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

Kat Crabill

Kat is a Hawaii-based jewelry maker sparking positive conversations about ocean plastic pollution with her jewelry company Nurdle in the Rough. She's literally turning trash into treasure!Hear about the inspiration, care, and positivity behind each and every piece of jewelry this ocean-loving metal smith creates. And what amazing organizations she gives back to just to make an even bigger impact than she already is.Follow Nurdle in the Rough on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nurdleintheroughjewelry/?fref=tsFollow Nurdle in the Rough on Instagram: http://instagram.com/nurdleintheroughFollow Nurdle in the Rough on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nurdlentherough/Visit Nurdle in the Rough's website: http://www.nurdleintherough.com/

Kat is a Hawaii-based jewelry maker sparking positive conversations about ocean plastic pollution with her jewelry company Nurdle in the Rough. She's literally turning trash into treasure! Hear about the inspiration, care, and positivity behind each and every piece of jewelry this ocean-loving metal smith creates. And what amazing organizations she gives back to just to make an even bigger impact than she already is. Follow Nurdle in the Rough on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nurdleintheroughjewelry/?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/nurdleintheroughjewelry/?fref=ts</a> Follow Nurdle in the Rough on Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/nurdleintherough" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/nurdleintherough</a> Follow Nurdle in the Rough on Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/nurdlentherough/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pinterest.com/nurdlentherough/</a> Visit Nurdle in the Rough's website: <a href="http://www.nurdleintherough.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.nurdleintherough.com/</a>

Kat Crabill: Turning plastic pollution into jewelry

Beth Brady

Beth is a Marine Biologist in South Florida conducting cutting edge research on manatee acoustics. She's working to understand what exactly are manatees saying?In this episode, we discuss how Beth records the noises these manatees make, why this research is so important, and the current state of manatee populations in Florida. Plus you'll get to hear two great audio clips of manatee sounds from below the surface!Watch "Sounds of the Manatee": www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6tBpIs1CVsPhoto credit: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Beth is a Marine Biologist in South Florida conducting cutting edge research on manatee acoustics. She's working to understand what exactly are manatees saying? In this episode, we discuss how Beth records the noises these manatees make, why this research is so important, and the current state of manatee populations in Florida. Plus you'll get to hear two great audio clips of manatee sounds from below the surface! Watch "Sounds of the Manatee": <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6tBpIs1CVs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6tBpIs1CVs</a> Photo credit: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Beth Brady: Marine Biologist Studying Manatee Acoustics

Iliana Baums

Iliana is an associate professor at Pennsylvania State University studying the evolution and ecology of corals - both in the shallow waters as well as in the deep sea. In this episode we discuss our recent ECOGIG expedition studying the continued impacts of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill on deep sea corals and their surrounding ecosystems, what motivates Iliana to study corals, and the importance and excitement of exploring the deep sea.Learn more at: https://ecogig.org/Visit Iliana's lab website: http://baumslab.org/Follow her lab on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBaumsLab

Iliana is an associate professor at Pennsylvania State University studying the evolution and ecology of corals - both in the shallow waters as well as in the deep sea. In this episode we discuss our recent ECOGIG expedition studying the continued impacts of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill on deep sea corals and their surrounding ecosystems, what motivates Iliana to study corals, and the importance and excitement of exploring the deep sea. Learn more at: <a href="https://ecogig.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ecogig.org/</a> Visit Iliana's lab website: <a href="http://baumslab.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://baumslab.org/</a> Follow her lab on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/TheBaumsLab" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TheBaumsLab</a>

Dr. Iliana Baums: Coral scientist studying the shallows and the deep sea

Megan Cook

Megan is the Community STEM Program Coordinator at Ocean Exploration Trust. This fish-loving, science communication extrovert provides ocean exploration education to people around the globe via Nautilus Live. Hear about Megan's journey becoming an ocean science communicator from growing up in Idaho and the incredible diversity of experiences she had as the 2012 Our World Underwater Rolex Scholarship recipient.This week's podcast episode is brought to you by Truli Wetsuits - truliwetsuits.com.Follow Megan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.megan.cook?fref=tsFollow Megan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeganCook33Follow Nautilus Live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nautiluslive/?fref=tsFollow Nautilus Live on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EVNautilusVisit nautiluslive.org: http://www.nautiluslive.org/Visit oceanexplorationtrust.org: http://www.oceanexplorationtrust.org/

Megan is the Community STEM Program Coordinator at Ocean Exploration Trust. This fish-loving, science communication extrovert provides ocean exploration education to people around the globe via Nautilus Live. Hear about Megan's journey becoming an ocean science communicator from growing up in Idaho and the incredible diversity of experiences she had as the 2012 Our World Underwater Rolex Scholarship recipient. This week's podcast episode is brought to you by Truli Wetsuits - <a href="http://truliwetsuits.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">truliwetsuits.com</a>. Follow Megan on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/the.megan.cook?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/the.megan.cook?fref=ts</a> Follow Megan on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MeganCook33" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MeganCook33</a> Follow Nautilus Live on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nautiluslive/?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/nautiluslive/?fref=ts</a> Follow Nautilus Live on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/EVNautilus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/EVNautilus</a> Visit <a href="http://nautiluslive.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nautiluslive.org</a>: <a href="http://www.nautiluslive.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.nautiluslive.org/</a> Visit <a href="http://oceanexplorationtrust.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">oceanexplorationtrust.org</a>: <a href="http://www.oceanexplorationtrust.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.oceanexplorationtrust.org/</a>

Megan Cook: Nautilus Live and Ocean Exploration Trust Science Communicator

Allison Lee

Phytoplankton PhD

Allison is a biological oceanography PhD student at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, working to bring phytoplankton research to the world of citizen science in the Arctic and the Antarctic.In this episode we discuss her experience working in a lab setting, her inspiring blog 'Woman Scientist', her passion for phytoplankton research, and more.Visit her website: http://www.womanscientist.com/Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womanscientist/Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womanscientist/Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Woman_Scientist

Allison is a biological oceanography PhD student at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, working to bring phytoplankton research to the world of citizen science in the Arctic and the Antarctic. In this episode we discuss her experience working in a lab setting, her inspiring blog 'Woman Scientist', her passion for phytoplankton research, and more. Visit her website: <a href="http://www.womanscientist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.womanscientist.com/</a> Follow her on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/womanscientist/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/womanscientist/</a> Follow her on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/womanscientist/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/womanscientist/</a> Follow her on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/Woman_Scientist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Woman_Scientist</a>

Allison Lee: Phytoplankton PhD Student

Jim is the Executive Director of Force Blue, a non-profit organization uniting special operations veterans with the world of ocean conservation through mission therapy.Learn more about how Jim and his co-founders are putting the skills of these combat veterans to use, not only helping rebuild coral reefs, but rebuilding the confidence of our veterans. In a world where every topic seems bi-partisan, Force Blue is bringing communities on opposite sides of the spectrum together in extremely powerful and positive ways... all for the good of the planet.Follow Force Blue on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FORCEBLUETEAM/Follow Force Blue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forceblueteam/Follow Force Blue on Twitter: https://twitter.com/forceblueteamVisit the Force Blue website: https://forceblueteam.org/

Jim is the Executive Director of Force Blue, a non-profit organization uniting special operations veterans with the world of ocean conservation through mission therapy. Learn more about how Jim and his co-founders are putting the skills of these combat veterans to use, not only helping rebuild coral reefs, but rebuilding the confidence of our veterans. In a world where every topic seems bi-partisan, Force Blue is bringing communities on opposite sides of the spectrum together in extremely powerful and positive ways... all for the good of the planet. Follow Force Blue on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FORCEBLUETEAM/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/FORCEBLUETEAM/</a> Follow Force Blue on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/forceblueteam/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/forceblueteam/</a> Follow Force Blue on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/forceblueteam" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/forceblueteam</a> Visit the Force Blue website: <a href="https://forceblueteam.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forceblueteam.org/</a>

Jim Ritterhoff: Force Blue Executive Director

Michael Doshi

Doshi is THE Gnarly Beach Cleaner, using Instagram and public engagement to spread awareness about ocean plastic pollution in super funny and positive ways.In this episode we talk about the origins of GnarlyBeachCleaner, the ridiculously hilarious videos he makes, Dr. Dude and Gnar Gnar, the # makeitfunmovement, the South Pacific plastic gyre, and Doshi's role in educating the public about this issue he's so passionate about. Prepare to laugh and be inspired!   Follow him on Instagram: www.instagram.com/gnarlybeachcleaner/Check out his Vimeo: vimeo.com/gnarlybeachcleanerWatch his funny video compilation: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecft6c8OH88

Doshi is THE Gnarly Beach Cleaner, using Instagram and public engagement to spread awareness about ocean plastic pollution in super funny and positive ways. In this episode we talk about the origins of GnarlyBeachCleaner, the ridiculously hilarious videos he makes, Dr. Dude and Gnar Gnar, the # makeitfunmovement, the South Pacific plastic gyre, and Doshi's role in educating the public about this issue he's so passionate about. Prepare to laugh and be inspired! Follow him on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/gnarlybeachcleaner/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/gnarlybeachcleaner/</a> Check out his Vimeo: <a href="http://vimeo.com/gnarlybeachcleaner" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vimeo.com/gnarlybeachcleaner</a> Watch his funny video compilation: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecft6c8OH88" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecft6c8OH88</a>

Michael Doshi: The Gnarly Beach Cleaner

Dakota Peebler (11) and Cambria Bartlett (12) are founding members of Heirs to Our Oceans, a youth-led ocean conservation organization. These water loving kids are making a film and creating a movement in order to inspire people around the world to take better care of the ocean they are inheriting.In this episode we discuss the importance of humor in conservation, optimism in the face of a struggling ocean, and what motivates these Heirs to care.Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heirstoouroceans/Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heirstoouroceans/Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HtOO_FilmVisit their website: https://www.heirstoouroceans.com/

Dakota Peebler (11) and Cambria Bartlett (12) are founding members of Heirs to Our Oceans, a youth-led ocean conservation organization. These water loving kids are making a film and creating a movement in order to inspire people around the world to take better care of the ocean they are inheriting. In this episode we discuss the importance of humor in conservation, optimism in the face of a struggling ocean, and what motivates these Heirs to care. Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heirstoouroceans/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/heirstoouroceans/</a> Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heirstoouroceans/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/heirstoouroceans/</a> Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/HtOO_Film" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/HtOO_Film</a> Visit their website: <a href="https://www.heirstoouroceans.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.heirstoouroceans.com/</a>

Dakota and Cambria: Youth Leaders of "Heirs to Our Oceans"

In celebrating my 50th Ocean Allison Podcast episode I decided to give listeners a bit more info about my background, my story, why I started the podcast, why I continue to produce the podcast, and also answer the most common question I receive from listeners: how can I get involved in ocean conservation?A big thank you to all my listeners, all of my inspiring guests, and everyone that's contributed to my funding platform at patreon.com/oceanallison to help keep the podcast episodes coming. Onward and upward for Ocean Allison Podcast!Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ocean_AllisonFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocean_allison/Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allison.randolph.3

In celebrating my 50th Ocean Allison Podcast episode I decided to give listeners a bit more info about my background, my story, why I started the podcast, why I continue to produce the podcast, and also answer the most common question I receive from listeners: how can I get involved in ocean conservation? A big thank you to all my listeners, all of my inspiring guests, and everyone that's contributed to my funding platform at <a href="http://patreon.com/oceanallison" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/oceanallison</a> to help keep the podcast episodes coming. Onward and upward for Ocean Allison Podcast! Follow me on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/Ocean_Allison" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Ocean_Allison</a> Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ocean_allison/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ocean_allison/</a> Follow me on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/allison.randolph.3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/allison.randolph.3</a>

Ocean Allison: 50th Podcast Episode!

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