How To Protect The Ocean
1,603 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 180 ratingsDive into the Depths: Join Andrew Lewin on 'How to Protect the Ocean' – Your Gateway to Exclusive Ocean Insights! Explore the latest, uncharted realms of ocean science and conservation that you won't find anywhere else. Andrew takes you on an inspiring journey to uncover the hidden gems of oceanic discovery and initiatives. Tune in to discover how you can transform your life for a better ocean, one episode at a time.
The How To Protect The Ocean is your resource to keep you informed on the latest ocean news; teach you how to speak up for the ocean; and, how you can take action to live for a better ocean.
There is so much information on the ocean and the issues that are affecting it that it can be difficult to find optimism in the future of the ocean. Climate change, overfishing, plastic pollution, water pollution, and coastal development have altered the ocean in ways that have negatively changed the way we use it.
The repercussions of climate change, including the ominous specter of rising sea levels, the relentless march of warming ocean temperatures, and the ominous shadow of ocean acidification, have not only altered the very fabric of our coastlines but have also conjured fiercer storms and summoned floods with growing frequency. The fossil fuel industry may whisper in your ear that the situation is insurmountable, an inescapable fate. However, this podcast is here to unveil a different narrative, one that empowers you to take action. It illuminates the path to change by casting your vote for leaders committed to implementing climate-rescuing policies and by offering invaluable insights into how each of us can shrink our individual carbon footprint.
The grim reality of overfishing casts a long shadow, fueled by governmental shortcomings in the stewardship of both commercial and recreational fisheries. Within the delicate balance of our oceans, every fish population possesses a threshold - a point at which the relentless harvest of fishermen begins to erode their numbers. The management of these aquatic resources is a formidable task, as the elusive currents of the sea often defy easy tracking. Furthermore, the menace of illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing looms large in many nations, adding to the crisis.
Yet, a glimmer of hope shines through the depths. A beacon for responsible consumption emerges in the form of seafood programs, guiding conscientious individuals toward choices that safeguard our oceans. By heeding these programs, you not only savor the delights of sustainable seafood but also become an informed guardian of marine ecosystems.
The relentless scourge of plastic pollution has unleashed an epidemic of death upon the denizens of our oceans. It's a ruthless killer, claiming the lives of hundreds of thousands of marine mammals, majestic sharks, grandiose fish, gentle sea turtles, and the graceful sea birds that soar above. The malevolence of this crisis knows no bounds, with microplastics infiltrating even the remotest depths of the ocean and etching their presence along every coastline.
To mount a defense against this ecological cataclysm, the clarion call for action echoes on the international and national stages. It beckons governments far and wide to adopt resolute policies, wielding the power to outlaw the menace of single-use plastics and demanding the meticulous detoxification of our supply chains. In this grand battle to safeguard our seas, the fight against plastic pollution knows no borders.
The ominous specter of water pollution looms large, a consequence of our thoughtless disposal into the arteries of our planet – our streams, rivers, lakes, and oceans. This callous act reverberates, sending shockwaves through the intricate ecosystems of our coastal havens, where the likes of coral reefs, resilient mangroves, and swaying seagrasses thrive. But alas, this intrusion is not benign; it bears the capacity to corrode and dismantle these vital sanctuaries, the very lifeblood of countless fish and the steadfast guardians of our vulnerable shorelines.
Yet, amidst the unsettling tide of pollution, there emerges a ray of hope. Through individual resolve and visionary government policies harnessed with cutting-edge technology, we can stem this toxic deluge. Water treatment systems stand as stalwart guardians, armed with the ability to sift out the insidious nutrients that fuel destructive algal blooms. The power to heal our waters and preserve the sanctity of our coastal treasures lies within our grasp.
Coastal development, driven by human desires to construct homes or fortify the shoreline against erosion, represents a significant intervention in the natural order. Yet, these changes, while initially confined to the coastal zone, often send ripple effects that extend far beyond their original boundaries, casting a shadow of unintended consequences.
The repercussions of altering coastlines resonate through interconnected ecosystems, occasionally triggering a cascade of events that can inflict profound harm on distant areas. In doing so, this well-intentioned transformation can unwittingly imperil the lives and livelihoods of communities residing in the wake of its impact. It is a stark reminder that our actions along the coast carry a profound responsibility, not just to the immediate environment but to the greater web of life and society that depends upon it.
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SUFB 098: Tuna Species Profile
January 26, 2016 00:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBTuna species are one of the most sought after seafood meals on the planet. Tuna is also becoming one of the most overfished species on the planet. I take the time to introduce you to the species and let you know about some of the seafood precautions you should take before you eat it, or avoid it. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb...
SUFB 097: 23 Marine Conservation Areas Declared in the UK
January 25, 2016 03:20 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBThe UK has declared 23 Marine Conservation Areas around its borders in an effort to protect its environment and better manage its Oceans. This is a HUGE win for the Island nation to protect its Ocean biodiversity! Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session97
SUFB 096: Ocean Talk Friday
January 22, 2016 04:27 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBNathan Johnson joins me via phone (internet problems!) to discuss this week's important Ocean Conservation topics, including: Fisheries declining faster than we thought; SCUBA diving is great for Africa's Oceans; Celebration of 15 years of Marine Protected Area for the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands; and, a Researcher talks about plastic pollution in the Ocean and it's negative effect on seafood and the people who eat it. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for th...
SUFB 095: Manta ray Migration Patterns and Their Implications For Management in Indonesia
January 21, 2016 00:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBManta Rays are the subject of this week's Research Thursday. I discuss a paper that wanted to figure out where Manta Rays go when they are not in 3 different protected areas. The authors used citizen science (Manta Matcher) to identify individuals and track their migration within the area. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpd...
SUFB 094: Spending A Life Protecting the Ocean with Dr. Carl Safina
January 20, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBDr. Carl Safina is not just a Marine Scientist, or ornathologist, or ocean plicy maker, or science communicator...He's all of those wrapped into one. I had the pleasure of interviewing Carl and asked him how he has been so effective in protecting ocena life during is career. His answer was wonderful. I also asked him about some major issues like Climate Change and the Seafood industry. Carl is an Ocean Leader and a great person, which I highly respect. It's not everyday you get to intervi...
SUFB 093: Manta Ray Profiled
January 19, 2016 00:00 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBManta Rays are one of the most majestic species in the Ocean; however, it's also the most mysterious. Researchers do not know much about the species, but are finding out new things every year. Listen to this episode so I can introduce you to this wonderful animal. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www...
SUFB 092: Peru and 12 Other Countries Protect Manta Rays
January 18, 2016 04:35 - 15 minutes - 14 MBPeru and 12 other countries are looking to protect Manta Rays from accidental catches (bycatch) and being fished to extinction through various protection methods including a highly regulated fishery (maybe even banning fishing altogether) to allow for a more sustainable ecotourism industry to flourish. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpres...
SUFB 091: Ocean Talk Friday
January 15, 2016 14:26 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBNathan and I discuss 3 different topics today: 1) Seaweed farming as an alternative to fishing and a way to absorb more CO2; 2) Over 600 sea turtles were rescued after they were stranded from cold ocean temepratures thanks to a great network of volunteers, vets, and conservationists; and, we discuss the merits of big sharks in aquariums. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: ht...
SUFB 090: Great White Shark Abundance and Seasonal Trends in the North West Atlantic Ocean
January 14, 2016 00:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBContinuing with our week about the Great White shark, I thought I would talk about a paper that described the North West Atlantic population in terms of its Abundance Trends during Summer and Winter Seasons. The information in the paper I talk about contains important information that helps understand the species better, which will improve their management for future years to come. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/s...
SUFB 089: Sharks Found in Underwater Volcano
January 13, 2016 04:08 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBSharks were found by a team of scientists in an underwater volcano that is active. It wasn't erupting, but the water was too hot and acidic for any diver to go in the water. The scientists, on a National Geographic trip, lowered a specialized camera underwater to view the sharks. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show No...
SUFB 088: Great White Shark Profile
January 12, 2016 04:28 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBGreat White Sharks were vilified in the popular set of movies of "Jaws" in the 70s and they are consistently vilified in the media being described as "monsters" and "man-eaters." This tends to happen when we don't know too much about an animal, which is why the Great White Shark is this week Profiled Species on Species Tuesday. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.s...
SUFB 087: Great White Shark Dies in Japan Aquarium After 3 Days
January 11, 2016 04:12 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBA Japan Aquarium in Okinawa tranferred a Great White Shark that was accidentally caught of the coast of Japan into its Dangerous Predators Exhibit on January 5, 2016. 3 Days later it died. Why did the aquarium feel that it could take care of a Great White Shark when other aquariums have failed in the past? We explore this and more on this episode. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the ...
SUFB 086: Ocean Talk Friday
January 08, 2016 10:20 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBThe first Ocean Talk Friday of 2016 has really got me psyched! Nathan Johnson and I talk about Marine Protected Areas, Marine Protected Areas and more Marine Protected Areas. Oh and we also talk about our friends over at SouthernFriedScience.com and how they are publishing articles that will be written in 2041? WTF?! Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblu...
SUFB 085: Sea Turtle Abundance and Density in and out of the Florida Current
January 07, 2016 00:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBResearch Thursday is back for 2016 and it's becoming one of my favourite segments of this podcast. Today, I talk about how researchers wanted to set a baseline of Sea Turtle abundance in and out of the Florida Current, a place where alternative energy industries will be looking to harness energy from in the future. This is a great proactive research paper that you don't normally see. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue....
SUFB 084: Microbeads banned in the US
January 06, 2016 00:00 - 8 minutes - 8.06 MBA huge win occurred recently where the US federal government banned Microbeads from all products by July 2017. This is a huge victory for the Ocean as Microbeads has some harmful effects on waterways and oceans around the world. Find out their effects and how many microbeads are introduced into waterways per day in the US by listening to the podcast. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve t...
SUFB 083: Olive Ridley Sea Turtle
January 05, 2016 12:03 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBToday I profile the Olive Ridley Sea Turtle because the species came up in a couple of conversations I had with Dr. Nathan Robinson. Unfortunately, those conversations were not positive as Nathan had to take to plastic items out of the nose of 2 Olive Ridleys. I thought I would profile this species because it might help us understand why plastic is getting stuck up their nose. Listen in for some fun facts on this omnivorous species. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreo...
SUFB 082: Ocean New Year's Resolution
January 04, 2016 20:36 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBMany of you have been making new year's resolutions over the past week to create a better life. I thought I would introduce another resolution that will help the you live for a better Ocean. Take a listen to hear the different ways you can commit to this New Year's Resolution. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes...
SUFB 081: Top 5 Most Important Ocean Conservation Stories of 2015
December 30, 2015 00:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBI list off the most important stories in Ocean Science and Conservation that occurred in 2015. There were a number of stories that could compete with the ones I chose, but this is my show, so I get to choose :-)! Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session81
SUFB 080: Top 5 Most Downloaded SUFB Episodes
December 29, 2015 00:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBSince there are only 3 more days left in 2015, I thought I would dedicate this episode to list the episodes you liked most in 2015. I list the top 5 episodes and I hope there are more in 2016. What was your favourite SUFB episode in 2015? Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session80
SUFB 079: Stop Feeding the Animals
December 28, 2015 01:59 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBI go on a bit of a rant about constantly seeing videos of people feeding animals in the wild. There are 3 things wrong with feeding wild animals that I describe in this episode. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session79
SUFB 078: Indo-Pacific Coral Decline Over Time, Extent, and Region
December 23, 2015 00:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBThere is a bit of a controversy surrounding the amount of coral decline in the Indo-Pacific, which holds 75% of the coral species in the world. A research paper by John Bruno and Elizabeth Selig used quantitative methods to show that coral cover has declined 21% over the past 23 years. Listen to the podcast to find out more. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.spe...
SUFB 077: Species Tuesday Profiling The California Sea Lion
December 22, 2015 00:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThe California Sea Lion is an iconic species with a population that stretches from South Alaska to Central Mexico. There are 5 genetically different populations stocks within this range. The California Sea Lion is a highly intelligent species and is the subject of our Species Tuesday profile. Have a listen! Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/word...
SUFB 076: California Looks To The Ocean To Solve Drought Problem
December 21, 2015 00:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBCalifornia has been in a severe drought for the past 4 years and they had to conserve water in the meantime. However, a growing population and increasing climate change impacts makes things more challenging. So the government of California is turning to the Ocean to solve their water needs. The problem is that in doing so, the consequences would be to increase carbon emissions and potentially impairing ocean wildlife. So what is a state to do? Listen to the podcast to find out. Support the P...
SUFB 075: Ocean Talk Friday
December 18, 2015 05:38 - 1 hour - 56 MBDr. Nathan Robinson joins us on the program this week where we talk about a plastic fork that he pulled out of a sea turtle's nose; methane gas leaking into the air increasing our climate change emissions; and, the rise of citizen science for the oceans in 2015. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.sp...
SUFB 074: Assessing Marine Biodiversity for South America
December 16, 2015 21:51 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBResearch Thursday: This week's study compares marine biodiversity among 5 regions within South America. The authors noticed some marked differences among the regions including capacity to survey, funding, scientific expertise, which resulted in differences in biodiversity. Listen to the episode to find out why. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com...
SUFB 073: Marine Debris Analysis and Clean Up with Heidi Taylor
December 16, 2015 03:57 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBI am joined by the Co-Founder of the Tangaroa Blue Foundation, Heidi Taylor, who grew an loosely organized beach clean up crew into a tight knit, lean, mean Marine Debris Clean Up and Analysis team. Heidi talks about all of the wonderful things her organization does include help change policy for a cleaner ocean. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.co...
SUFB 072: Species Tuesday, the Hector's Dolphin
December 15, 2015 03:12 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBHector's dolphin is the smallest cetacean but has a very big battle ahed of it. They are considered endangered with population is less than 100. Endemic to New Zealand, the Hector's dolphin is protected in a number of Marine Protected Areas from gill nets and trawl fishing; however, it doesn't seem to be enough. Listen to the podcast to find out why. Support the Podcast: http://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve t...
SUFB 071: 195 Countries Come To An Agreement on Climate Change Reductions
December 14, 2015 03:46 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBIt almost seemed impossible to believe, but 195 countries got together to discuss how to reduce climate change impacts through reduction of carbon emissions. In today's episode, I go over the major points of the agreement. Spoil alert, it's not perfect, but it's a great start. Action will be the big variable in the end. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.sp...
SUFB 070: Ocean Talk Friday
December 11, 2015 06:01 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBNathan and I talk about some more popular news this week. The topics discussed on this episode: Oceans Parks catching up to National Parks; Reduce meat consumption to reduce climate change impacts; Japan joins security council and other countries are angry because of their whaling activity; and, Great Whites might be changing where they like to eat, sleep, and other stuff. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.c...
SUFB 069: How To Manage Tuna Stocks
December 10, 2015 14:32 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBWelcome to the new "Research Thursdays", where I discuss a specific research study published in a journal. This week's study looks at a study looking for insights of the Yellowfin Tuna in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean to determine whethere the populations are genetically different than the population in Papua New Guinea. Listen to the episode to find out the results. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue...
SUFB 068: Deep Sea Animal Uses Red Light to Lure Fish to Their Death
December 09, 2015 12:08 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBThe Deep Sea Relative of the jellyfish, Eranna, uses a red bioluminescent light to attract fish into their stinging tentacles. The animal's use of red light in the deep sea is important because researchers have assumed deep sea animals cannot sea red light. Researchers assume fish are lured to the deep sea by this red light in hopes of food and meet their fate instead. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/w...
SUFB 067: Climate Change Needs to be Halted for Coral Reef Survival
December 08, 2015 05:23 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBCOP 21 is in full effect and the talks are happening. Canada jut committed to 1.5 C below Pre-industrial levels. However, action will be the key to real change and it is needed to make sure coral reefs survive and, in turn, the many people who depend on the protection and food they create. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session67
SUFB 066: Over 300 Cetaceans Found Dead in Chile
December 07, 2015 18:59 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBResearchers found over 300 Cetaceans dead in a remote area of Chile. National Geographic and researchers conducted a study to find out why the animals died. No markings were found on sei whales indicating the animals could have died from a virus or "red tide." Listen to the episode to find out more. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/sessi...
SUFB 065: Ocean Talk Friday is All About COP21
December 04, 2015 14:47 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBI'm joined with Nathan Johnson to discuss all the news surrounding the climate change talks in Paris and what it will mean for action to live for a better ocean. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session65
SUFB 064: Dr. Sylvia Earle Attends COP 21 to Inject Ocean Issues into Climate Talks
December 03, 2015 00:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBOceans are not on the COP21 agenda and that is a shame, according to Dr. Sylvia Earle who is attending the Climate Change Talks in Paris to ensure the leaders of over 180 countries understand how climate change is affecting the Ocean. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session64
SUFB 063: Pro Surfer James Pribram is Saving the Ocean from Marine Debris Through Citizen Science
December 02, 2015 03:45 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBPro Surfer James Pribram and his organization, Eco Warrior, recruited 63 volunteers to clean up marine debris from creeks and rivers in specific areas in California before the debris had a chance to reach the Ocean. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session63
SUFB 062: Introducing another interesting Ocean Animal, The Pyrosome
December 01, 2015 00:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBThe pyrosome is a cool animal colony made up of physically linked zooids that form a streamlined cone-shape structure with a jet propelled movement. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session62
SUFB 61: Ocean Researchers Discover Massive Volcano
November 30, 2015 03:35 - 13 minutes - 12 MBOcean Geologists have discovered and mapped a volcano with unique properties. the properties will reveal a better understanding of how our world is formed. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session61
SUFB 060: Ocean Talk Friday Dolphin Friendly Labelling; Fish Vessel ID; Citizen Science; and, Fish Camouflage
November 27, 2015 06:09 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBNathan Johnson is our guest on the Ocean Talk Friday Show this week as we talk about Dolphin Friendly Labelling; Fishing Vessel ID; Citizen Science; and, Fish Camouflage. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session60
SUFB 059: Divers and Snorklers Take Part In The Great Victorian Fish Count
November 26, 2015 00:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBThis week's news have been fairly depressing, so I thought it would be good to share a great citizen science program called the Great Victorian Fish Count. It's a program where Scuba divers and Snorklers count fish species to help researchers monitor changes in fish populations in and around the coast of the Province of Victoria. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http...
SUFB 058: Brazil Dam Collapses Releasing Toxic Mud From Mine's Tailings Pond
November 25, 2015 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBA Brazilian dam operated by Samarco, a mining company, collapsed two weeks ago flooding the Doce Basin with toxic mud leaving over 280,000 people without clean water and killing at least 12 people. The government estimates the clean up will take 30 years and cost 1 billion dollars; however, environmentalists say it will cost 27 billion dollars. It's just another reason to make sure extractive industries like mining and oil/gas need to be held to the highest regulatory authority to avoid the h...
SUFB 057: Sea Lion Pups Washing Up On California Beaches Underweight and Weak
November 24, 2015 00:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBThe Marine Mammal Centre is currently home to a record number 85 seal lion pups who washed up on northern California beaches this year, underweight and weak. Today on the podcast I hypothesize why and discuss what you can do about it. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session57
SUFB 056: Warming Oceans Can Cause Dead Zones
November 23, 2015 03:45 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBResearchers have found that warming oceans after the last glacial period caused massive dead zones in the Pacific Ocean. The Warming Oceans were similar to the temperatures currently in the North Pacific caused by a warming body of water dubbed the "Blob." Listen to the podcast to find out more and what you can do to stop it. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://...
SUFB 055: Ocean Talk Friday Marine Protected Areas and GMO Salmon
November 20, 2015 19:53 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBOn today's Ocean Talk Friday, we are talking about Marine Protected Areas and the need for different science (social and economic science), the need for more fishing exclusion protected areas, and the FDA approval for Genetically Modified Salmon. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session55
SUFB 054: The Need for Marine Planning
November 19, 2015 00:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBMarine Planning allows us to plan all the activities that occur in the ocean. Marine planning is absent in many jurisdictions around the world, which is crazy to think when most counties/municipalities, states/provinces and countries have plans for terrestrial areas, both environmental and business. Listen to why I think Marine Planning is important and what you can do add more marine plans in your oceans. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the...
SUFB 053: Sea World vs Scientists
November 18, 2015 18:49 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBSea World has been backed into a corner by animal activists and a little documentary called Blackfish; however, the basis of evidence that orcas in captivity have degraded health (physical and mental) is all about science. Sea World understands this and is now trying to discredit the people who are scientific experts on wild orca populations. Listen to the podcast to find out who Sea World is attacking and why. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conser...
SUFB 052: Toxic Algae Ravaging The Pacific Ocean
November 17, 2015 00:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBWarming oceans are bring more frequent toxic algae blooms to the Pacific delaying the Dungeness crab fishery indefinitely. I talk about other events that were related to toxic algae during the podcast. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblue.com/session52
SUFB 051: Driftnets Killing Marine Wildlife Along California Coasts
November 16, 2015 04:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBDriftnets are killing 83% bycatch in a fishery targeting 2 species, according to Todd Steiner in a guest commentary in the Monterey Herald. The state government allows the use of driftnets because the pressure from the commercial fishing industry won't let them stop. Listen to the podcast to find out the details and how many species are being killed that aren't the 2 targeted species. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www....
SUFB 050: Ocean Talk Friday: Social Enterprises using Plastic Pollution, Habitat Health Index, Super Corals and Pirate Fishing!
November 13, 2015 14:50 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBOcean Talk Friday is back again where my guest Nathan Johnson and I talk about Countries trying to stop Pirate Fishing; Businesses using ocean plastic pollution in their products; A new way for researchers to assess habitat health; and, Researchers trying to create a new "Super Coral" to combat Climate Change. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforblu...
SUFB 049: Massive Wind Farm Proposed 15 Miles of California Coast
November 12, 2015 22:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBRenewable Energy is the focus of California for the next 20 years as they want to power the state with 50% renewable energies. A massive floating wind farm is now proposed to be constructed 15 miles off the coast of California. Listen to the podcast to find out why some people love the idea and others hate it. Shop for the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop 10 Ocean Tips to Conserve the Ocean: http://www.speakupforblue.com/wordpress/sufb_optinpdf Show Notes: http://www.speakupforb...