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Got Climate/Ocean Anxiety? Try Talking About the Climate/Oceans. Here is how I talk about Climate/Ocean Conservation.

How To Protect The Ocean - March 15, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin shares his tips and experiences on effectively communicating about ocean conservation and climate change. He emphasizes the importance of communication in addressing climate anxiety and highlights his strategy for engaging listeners in conversations about ocean conservation.  Tune...

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Bridging Gaps: How FINstitute Connects Students and Conservation Projects

How To Protect The Ocean - March 13, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin interviews Aliah Banshik and Luca Hoffecker, founders of FINstitute, a student organization at James Cook University in Australia. Aliah and Luca, both master's students in marine science and conservation, share their inspiration for creating FINstitute and how it supports students ...

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Navigating the High Seas Treaty: A Year in Review

How To Protect The Ocean - March 11, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin is joined by Nichola Clark, director of the Ocean Governance Team, to discuss the progress made since the High Seas Treaty was agreed upon a year ago. They explore what still needs to be done to bring about ocean conservation beyond national boundaries.  Tune in to learn about the...

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Navigating Climate Anxiety: Tips for Coping and Taking Action

How To Protect The Ocean - March 08, 2024 05:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin addresses the growing issue of climate anxiety and offers three research-based strategies to help cope with these feelings of powerlessness. Listeners are encouraged to take action and make a difference for the ocean despite the challenges posed by climate change. Link to article:...

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Hollywood's Influence: Changing the Climate Narrative

How To Protect The Ocean - March 06, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin dives into the world of Hollywood's influence on climate change storytelling with guest Anna Jane Joyner, founder of Good Energy. They explore how Hollywood screenwriters are shaping narratives to raise awareness about climate change and the importance of integrating these stories i...

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Unveiling the Secret Lives of Humpback Whales: A Groundbreaking Discovery

How To Protect The Ocean - March 04, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the recent discovery of photographs capturing humpback whales engaging in copulation. The episode features Stephanie Stack from the Pacific Whale Foundation and Griffith University to delve into the surprising details of this behavior. Discover the untold story behind hump...

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Underwhelmed at the Great Barrier Reef: A Representative Review?

How To Protect The Ocean - March 01, 2024 05:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin delves into the topic of the Great Barrier Reef after a viral TikTok video sparked controversy about its condition. He shares a personal anecdote about a vacation in the Dominican Republic and his passion for diving in tropical waters. Sometimes reviews aren't always representative ...

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Diving Deep into Science Communication: My Workflow Revealed

How To Protect The Ocean - February 28, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses his workflow for creating consistent science communication content on both his podcast and YouTube channel. He delves into how he manages to post three times a week for the audio podcast and two episodes a week for the YouTube channel. Join Andrew as he shares insights on ...

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Charlotte the Stingray: A Surprising Pregnancy Story Unveiled

How To Protect The Ocean - February 26, 2024 05:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the surprising story of a stingray in an aquarium getting pregnant despite being alone for eight years.    Link to article: https://news.yahoo.com/pregnant-virgin-stingray-set-birth-193123077.html Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/...

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To Buy or Not to Buy: Navigating Sustainable Choices in a Consumer Society

How To Protect The Ocean - February 23, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin delves into the dilemma of purchasing environmentally friendly products while striving to reduce consumption. He reflects on the challenge of minimizing his impact on the planet and questions whether buying less is the ultimate solution. Join Andrew as he explores the balance betwee...

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Arctic Meltdown: Impacts on Wildlife and Climate Change

How To Protect The Ocean - February 22, 2024 05:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin delves into the significant changes occurring in the Arctic due to climate change. He highlights the drastic ice melt and its impact on the Arctic environment and its inhabitants. Andrew emphasizes the importance of understanding these changes and the need to take action to protect ...

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Scientists Find More Coral Reefs Equivalent to the Size of Ireland: Will It Help in Their Conservation?

How To Protect The Ocean - February 21, 2024 12:27 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the impact of climate change on coral reefs. Despite the challenges they face, it is revealed that there are 25% more coral reefs than previously thought. Tune in to learn why this discovery is significant and what actions can be taken to protect these vital ecosystems. ...

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Navigating the Challenges: Why One-Fifth of Migratory Species Are at Risk

How To Protect The Ocean - February 20, 2024 03:08 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew discusses a new report revealing that one-fifth of migratory species on land, freshwater, and in the ocean are at risk of extinction. He explores the two major causes behind this issue and suggests ways to address it. Tune in to learn more about the UN Convention on the conservation of ...

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Beware of Crocs: Why Ignoring Warning Signs Can Have Deadly Consequences

How To Protect The Ocean - February 16, 2024 05:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Today's episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast highlights the importance of heeding warning signs on beaches, particularly in areas like Cardwell, Australia, where crocodile dangers persist. Host Andrew Lewin emphasizes the need to respect such warnings and avoid risky situations for th...

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Defamation and Climate Science: Did the Lawsuit Send a Message

How To Protect The Ocean - February 14, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses a lawsuit involving Dr. Michael Mann, a prominent climate scientist. Dr. Mann sued Rand Simberg and Mark Stein for defamatory online posts made over a decade ago by the Competitive Enterprise Institute and the National Review. Lewin also explores the history of attacks on ...

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Trawling Bans and Illegal Fishing: A Growing Problem in India

How To Protect The Ocean - February 12, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the issue of trawling and the challenges it poses for the government of India. Despite growing concerns about the negative impact of trawling on the environment, the Indian government has been slow to enforce bans on the practice. This is especially problematic as more cou...

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From Distress to Freedom: The Incredible Journey of Trapped Orcas

How To Protect The Ocean - February 09, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the recent incident of a pod of orcas trapped in ice off the coast of Japan. He explains how a researcher discovered the stranded orcas and alerted the authorities, leading to widespread concern and viral footage. Andrew also touches on the importance of understanding why ...

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Exploring the Role of Science Communication in Marine Science and Conservation

How To Protect The Ocean - February 07, 2024 05:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Science communication plays a crucial role in ocean conservation. Andrew emphasizes the significance of science communication in marine science and conservation. The lack of public understanding of the ocean and its conservation issues prompted Andrew to become a science communicator. He highlig...

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Water Quality Crisis in Florida: The Economic Impacts on Tourism

How To Protect The Ocean - February 05, 2024 05:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Luen discusses the impact of water quality issues on tourism in Florida. He starts by sharing his personal association of Florida with sunny skies and blue waters; however, he highlights that there is something happening in Florida that is deterring people from visiting and making money ...

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Reaching Out to Politicians and International Adaptation of Motion4TheOcean

How To Protect The Ocean - February 02, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew catches up with Emily Cunnigham, who has been involved in various marine conservation projects. They discuss the changes that have occurred since their previous podcast appearances, including starting a consultancy. Emily shares their experiences and accomplishments in the field of ocean ...

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Are Orcas getting a bad reputation? The Impact of Viral Videos on Animal Reputations

How To Protect The Ocean - January 31, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin explores the topic of orcas and their reputation in the media. He discusses how animals, like orcas and sharks, can quickly develop a negative image due to media perceptions. Andrew highlights an article from NBC News that discussed the potential negative reputation of orcas. He que...

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Carbon Release from Bottom Trawling: A Concern for the Ocean that can't be ignored

How To Protect The Ocean - January 29, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
In this episode, we explore the destructive impact of trawling, an unsustainable fishing method that is contributing to overfishing and the degradation of the ocean. We discuss how trawling destroys the ocean floor and its potential effects on climate change. Additionally, we delve into a new st...

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Protecting the Deep Sea: Uncovering the Hidden Benefits for Medicine and Biodiversit

How To Protect The Ocean - January 26, 2024 05:15 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin explores the potential risks of deep-sea mining and why it may not be a good idea. He discusses a recent study that highlights the importance of protecting deep-sea biodiversity for potential medicinal benefits. Andrew em...

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Whale Seaside Sanctuaries: How they can help captive whale rehabilitation #ThrowbackThursday)

How To Protect The Ocean - January 25, 2024 17:25 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
In this episode, Andrew introduces a new segment called Throwback Thursdays, where he reflects on past episodes. He highlights Dr. Naomi Rose, a frequent guest who provides valuable insights on orcas and marine mammal captivity. The episode focuses on whale seaside sanctuaries and the release of...

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The Age of Information: Buying Less, Supporting More

How To Protect The Ocean - January 24, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the importance of changing our mindset when it comes to consumerism and offers an alternative to traditional buying. Instead of purchasing material goods, he encourages listeners to consider buying or supporting information in the age of information. Andrew introduces Ocea...

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Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whale Calf struck by ship and is expected to die: speed limits need to be enforced

How To Protect The Ocean - January 22, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the urgent need to slow down and enforce more slowdowns of boats along the Atlantic coast after a Northern Atlantic Right whale calf was struck by a ship. The devastating news of a North Atlantic right whale calf being struck by a ship and expected to die highlights the cr...

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The Importance of Changing Our Behavior for the Ocean

How To Protect The Ocean - January 19, 2024 05:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin explores the need for radical change in our energy consumption AND the way we purchase anything to combat climate change. He discusses the communication work of Sage Lenier, a TikToker who highlights the importance of renewable energy sources. Andrew discusses the challenges of chan...

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Neil the Seal is an icon for elephant seals

How To Protect The Ocean - January 17, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin interviews Sophia Volzke, an expert on elephant seals, specifically focusing on Neil the seal, who has become a viral sensation on TikTok. They discuss Neil's behavior, his interaction with humans, and the questions surrounding his safety and return to the ocean. They also touch on ...

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Exploring the Impact of Microplastics in Rivers: A Deep Dive into Species Interactions

How To Protect The Ocean - January 15, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin interviews Joseph Barnes, a recent Master's graduate from American University, about his research on microplastic behavior in the Potomac River.  They discuss the abundance of microplastics based on seasons and the presence of organisms, as well as how microplastics are used withi...

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Mindset change of everyday life needed to reduce climate change and protect the ocean

How To Protect The Ocean - January 12, 2024 05:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the urgent need for action to address climate change and protect the ocean. While there is growing awareness and conversations about these issues, the actions taken do not always align with the words. Time is ru...

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