This week on World Ocean Radio, part one of a multi-part series entitled RESCUE, outlining a new plan for the ocean and a new perspective to enable a new set of actions: from the smallest to the largest solutions and inventions, to radical methods and policy changes for a sustainable future. RESCUE, a plan for specific action and public participation, stands for: Renewal, Environment, Society, Collaboration, Understanding, and Engagement.

Welcome to the New Year! Genevieve and Kyra discuss roadblocks they have encountered in their marine science careers. They have an open and honest conversation about studying and working in the marine science field. This is in an effort to help young marine scientists and voice concerns over work ethics. Pay, degree requirements, internships, and living arrangements are all discussed.

North Coast Chronicles visits the Port of Cleveland with its President and CEO, Will Friedman.  Cleveland was founded in 1796 by General Moses Cleaveland along the mouth of the Cuyahoga River.  With the first commercial ship arrival in the early 1800's, Cleveland's location at the eastern side of the Great Lakes has put the port in the forefront of domestic and international shipping. Listen and learn about wind energy development, beneficial use of dredge material  and the Port's association with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Before diving into a new year of exciting ocean and water tech pioneers, host Tamara Kahn kicks off the new year with a chat exploring what kind of policy and support could accelerate these innovations, and why any of these matter at all.  Guest Katharine ‘KC’ Stover chats with Tamara about this as well as the work Hyphae Group is looking to do to connect the dots and further natural climate mitigation and adaptation solutions. Start local. Pick something you care about. And go for it!

Let Tamara know if you had any great epiphanies due to this month’s episode.  Or what more you’d like to know via LinkedIn or Instagram @LadyBlueTech

In our latest episode, co-hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham welcome Yi Liu and Dr. Keith Moore as our guests to discuss their recent paper, "Climate change could cause 'disaster' in the world's oceans: Deep overturning circulation collapses with strong warming." In the paper, Yi and Keith analyze projections from 36 climate models and find that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation and the Southern Meridional Overturning Circulation could slow by as much as 42% by 2100, and under worst-case warming, the SMOC could cease entirely by 2300. They explain that this could lead to a "climate disaster similar in magnitude to complete melting of the ice sheets on land." They also discuss the importance of overturning circulation in the ocean, and how it acts as a "solubility pump" and "biological pump" that helps remove CO2 from the atmosphere and supports marine ecosystems. They also stress the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to prevent the complete shutdown of deep circulation in the future. Join us as we delve into the science behind this groundbreaking research and its potential implications for our planet.

On this episode of Shorewords!, join host Lesley Ewing in conversation with Kiki Patsch and Ryan Anderson about their paper, Adapting to Shoreline Retreat: Finding a Path Forward. We spoke about this paper in September 2021, but in light of the recent series of devastating storms that have attacked the California coast in late 2022 and early 2023, it was time for another conversation. Certain events can become reference points for future decisions and these storms may be such a reference. As Kiki said, people need to hear new messages 57 times before the information sinks in.   Perhaps the hundreds of news stories can accelerate that process. Both Kiki and Ryan have been checking out the coast; listen to this podcast to hear their observations from their local beaches and how these storms may change perceptions about coastal dynamics.

Tune in to the first Sea Change Podcast episode of the New Year to catch up with Jenna and her good friend, Rafeed Hussain. During this discussion, the two chat about their love for the ocean, photography, the importance of ocean planning, and so much more. In addition to being a friend of Jenna's, Rafeed is a Master of Arts in Marine Affairs Student at the University of Rhode Island, a talented photographer, and a former Ocean Planning Program Specialist for Ocean Conservancy. This episode is excellent for anyone considering grad school or entering the field of ocean policy.

In this episode of the American Shoreline Podcast, co-hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham welcome Mayor Patrick Rosenello of North Wildwood, New Jersey to discuss the ongoing legal battle between his town and the state of New Jersey. The town is suing the state for $21 million, claiming that it spent a decade trying to hold back the waves with trucked in sand, and that the state's refusal to allow emergency repairs is putting public safety and property at risk. The DEP counters that there is no emergency, and that the proposed work could actually make erosion worse. Tune in to hear the latest developments and the mayor's perspective on this contentious issue. Only on ASPN!

Pack your bags and your camera because you’re about to become a citizen scientist. Visitors to the Oregon Coast are able to document the impacts of sea level rise during the highest winter tides each year; the King Tides. Listen in to Meg Reed, Coastal Policy Specialist with the Oregon Coastal Management Program,  discusses the program and partnering with unique organizations like the Oregon Coast Visitors Association to document our changing climate.

In this episode of Going Coastal, Dr. Chris Leaman joins Marissa and Jon from Brisbane, Australia to talk about his PhD in the land down under.  Hear about how he identified his passion for fluid mechanics, sediments and structures as an undergraduate civil engineering student, and how that led him to pursue a PhD in coastal engineering. Chris discusses his recently completed PhD thesis on Coastal Storm Hazard Early Warning Systems.  Hear about the storm hazard matrix he and his colleagues developed, and how he was able to use data driven techniques to create an early warning forecasting system for coastal communities. Learn about the important role community engagement and outreach played and continue to play in the development and future implementation of the system.

In this episode of the American Shoreline Podcast, co-hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham discuss the top coastal and ocean storylines to watch in 2023. They delve into topics such as offshore wind, aquaculture, and the Maine lobster fishery / North Atlantic right whale. They also address the debate between coastal armoring and retreat in the face of climate change, and discuss international efforts to combat climate change and protect biodiversity. Other topics of discussion include marine decarbonization, Blue Carbon, microplastics, and PFAS. In addition to discussing these important issues, Peter and Tyler also share updates on their personal lives, including Tyler's move to Ventura County and Peter's upcoming move to Olympia. They also discuss Peter's work with Vesta. As always, the co-hosts are excited for what the future holds and are looking forward to all that 2023 has in store.

Happy New Year, and happy 3rd official year of the Ocean Decade - and The Ocean Decade Show podcast. To kick off 2023, this month's episode features Taylor a bit out of her scientific depths discussing the Ocean Biomolecular Observing Network (OBON), an endorsed Ocean Decade Programme, which aims to develop a global system of biological observation that will allow science and society to understand ocean life like never before. Guests Dr. Sophie Seeyave - CEO of Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean (POGO) - and Dr. Maragret Leinen - Director of Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego - expertly guide Taylor through the importance of ocean observation, how OBON is building a global observation network, and what the Programme wants to achieve by 2030. To learn more about OBON, visit https://www.obon-ocean.org/.

On the First WaterLog Podcast episode of 2023, Howard and Dan cover coastal funding in the FY23 omnibus appropriations and legislative changes in the Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

In this rebroadcast, Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham welcome Dr. Naomi Rose to the show to discuss the science and ethical considerations of cetacean (that's whales and dolphins, folks!) live capture, trade and captivity. Dr. Rose is the marine mammal scientist for the Animal Welfare Institute in Washington, DC. She has been a member of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) Scientific Committee since 2000, where she participates in the subcommittees on environmental concerns, small cetaceans, and whale watching. She has authored or co-authored over 45 scientific papers and articles for animal protection publications, as well as chapters in several books.

In this special rebroadcast  of the American Blue Economy Podcast, we revisit our interview with renowned ocean explorer Dr. Robert Ballard. This rerun is particularly timely as the US Navy recently announced that their next oceanographic survey ship will be named after Ballard - the USNS Robert Ballard. In this episode, host Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet (Ret.) sits down with Ballard to discuss his incredible career and many innovative advances in the field of ocean exploration. From his role in establishing NOAA's Office for Ocean Exploration and Research to his groundbreaking discoveries in the deep sea, including the RMS Titanic, Ballard shares insights into his fascinating work and personal life. Gallaudet and Ballard also discuss their longstanding connections in the world of ocean science, technology, and adventure. Don't miss this opportunity to dive into the life and achievements of one of the greatest explorers of our time.

Welcome to the last episode of the year! Host Tamara Kahn celebrates the first anniversary of Wave Makers with a mini recap of the guests that have graced the mic so far. She recounts what led her to launch the podcast and reflects on what she has learned about - and from! - the inspiring people behind the startups that have the potential to protect and even restore our oceans and waterways.

Let Tamara know what you learn and what more you’d like to learn via LinkedIn or Instagram @LadyBlueTech

The Duke All Swell? team is joined by Dr. David Mizrahi, Vice President of Research and Monitoring at New Jersey Audubon. David is also one of the founders of the Horseshoe Crab Recovery Coalition, an organization dedicated to ensuring the future of the American Horseshoe Crab. In this episode we hear from David about the surprising connection between two species: the Atlantic horseshoe crab and an endangered shorebird, the Red Knot. We learn about Red Knot migration, their reliance on horseshoe crab eggs, and how human industries have interfered with these populations. David shares insight about how the Coalition is working to protect the American horseshoe crab and how listeners can get involved.

To learn more about the Horseshoe Crab Recovery Coalition, visit https://hscrabrecovery.org/.

For more about New Jersey Audubon, visit https://njaudubon.org/.

In this holiday special, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham dive deep into Jim Blackburn's 2022 Texas Coastal Newsletter with Jim Blackburn himself! For over 30 years, Jim has authored his Texas Coastal Holiday Newsletter, a detailed rundown of the issues facing Texas's coastal resources ranging from the specific to the thematic. Jim is the CEO of BCarbon, a non-profit ecosystem services registry that catalyzes widespread ecological regeneration by leveraging the power of soil, forests, and wetlands to fight climate change. He is a professor in the practice of environmental law in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Rice University as well as a Rice faculty scholar at the Baker Institute. At Rice, he serves as the co-director of the Severe Storm Prediction, Education and Evacuation from Disaster (SSPEED) Center and as director of the undergraduate minor in energy and water sustainability.

The December episode of North Coast Chronicles: Tales from the Great Lakes podcast honors the sacred water in this episode "The Water Walker: The Life and Inspiration of Josephine Mandamin" with Ms. Siobhan Marks, a narrator of the extraordinary life and legacy of Grandmother Josephine. Josephine Mandamin was an Anishinaabe First Nations grandmother, elder and founding member of the water protectors movement who was born on Manatoulin Island and lived with her husband and children in Thunder Bay, Ontario. At the age of 61, she was inspired to bring attention to the the condition of the sacred waters by walking around the Great Lakes.  Between 2003 and 2017, it is estimated she walked 17,000 miles and inspired a tradition around the world.  In the Anishinaabe, water or Nibi, is associated with Mother Earth and it is the responsibility of grandmothers to lead other women in praying for and protecting the water.  Ms. Marks honors listeners by singing the "Nibi (Water) Song." Ne-be Gee Zah-gay-e-goo Gee Me-gwetch-wayn ne-me-goo Gee Zah Wayn ne-me-goo.

In this month's episode of the the American Blue Economy Podcast, our host Rear Admiral, Tim Gallaudet, PhD, US Navy (ret) addresses the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the American Blue Economy. Drawing from his recent article 7 Technologies Revolutionizing Our Understanding of the Ocean | RealClearScience, he explores how AI is enabling a wide range of emerging blue technologies that are advancing our ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes based economies. He'll be joined 3 of his former colleagues at NOAA, including Dr. Jamese Sims, Deputy Director of the Northern Gulf Institute and Strategic Advisor for Federal Partnerships at Mississippi State University, Dr. Greg Dusek, Chief Scientist for NOAA's Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS), and Christin Khan, a Fishery Biologist with NOAA’s Northeast Fisheries Science Center in Woods Hole Massachusetts. If you are interested in learning how AI is more than a tech buzzword, be sure to dive in!

Tune into this special episode of the Sea Change Podcast to celebrate the winter solstice with Jenna, the Portland Poets Society, and a sea of poetry! A special thanks to the contributors from the Portland Poets Society for sharing their wisdom and art with us.

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham speak with Patrick Barnard about the role that the U.S. Geological Survey plays on the American Shoreline. Patrick is the Research Director for the Climate Impacts and Coastal Processes Team, which includes overseeing the development and application of the Coastal Storm Modeling System (CoSMoS), coastal monitoring and process-based studies of beaches across California, and research investigating the link between climate variability and coastal hazards across the Pacific Ocean basin.

Gaelin Rosenwaks, marine scientist, filmmaker, and explorer, is no stranger to Shorewords listeners.  In June 2020 she talked about her passion for sperm whales that came from her experience as a two-year old who looked into the eye of a whale named Physty.  During Covid, she travelled several times to Dominica to swim with and photograph some of the sperm whales that congregate offshore.  The culmination of her trips to Dominica is a beautiful and interesting book about these ocean goliaths.  On Shorewords!, Gaelin talks with Lesley Ewing about the making of her book, many of the amazing feats of these mammals from the depths that they dive, to the size of their hearts, to their sleeping habits; and some of her favorite books.  

In this episode of Going Coastal, Montana Denton joins Jon and Marissa from New Zealand to chat about writing and following your passions. Montana is a recent graduate from USC on a working holiday visa in New Zealand, exploring foreign coastlines while researching topics for her next article as a freelance writer. Join us as Montana shares her experience graduating college during a global pandemic and how her curiosities about coastal erosion and atmospheric science led her towards journalism and science communication.

Learn more about the San Diego Surfrider in Montana’s article - https://sandiego.surfrider.org/thats-the-way-the-coastline-crumbles/

Visit https://asbpa.org/ for more information about how to become a member of ASBPA or get involved with your regional ASBPA Chapter.

Follow Marissa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtorres480/

Follow Jon on Instagram and Twitter: @StevensCoastal

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham speak with Brad Warren a new program of Global Ocean Health, Building Tribal Leadership in Carbon Removal. To start, the new program has launched an Intertribal Working Group with participants representing a diverse set of Tribal Nations. The working group will assess the research, policy, and emergence of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas removal strategies, in order to advance promising solutions to address climate change. 

During this episode, Jenna sits down with her friend Ben Cosgrove for a chilly but lively chat along the Maine coastline. Ben is a traveling composer-performer whose music explores themes of landscape, place, and environment. He has performed in every U.S. state except for Delaware, collaborated with groups ranging from rock bands to research scientists, and held residencies and fellowships with institutions including the National Park Service, the National Forest Service, Harvard University, Middlebury College, the Schmidt Ocean Institute, NASA, and the Sitka Center for Art & Ecology. Tune in to learn more about his creative process, the evolution of his work, and hear one of Jenna's favorite pieces titled "The Contour and Shape of the Ground".

A follow up on the Oregon Coast Visitors Association’s work around tourism and climate action. Join Big Tourism’s host Arica Sears as she discusses COP27 with climate scientist Patty Martin and the reality of global climate work in local communities with Coastal Tourism Resiliency Coordinator Finn Johnson. Tune in for direct calls to action, the role of communications in climate work and how businesses can support the increasing consumer demand for sustainable travel. less

On the December Edition of the WaterLog Podcast, Howard and Dan talk about lame ducks, a recent GOP earmark vote, disaster reforms, environmental justice, and offshore wind.

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham speak with the Environmental Defense Fund's Rachel Rhode about the future of Mississippi River Delta, and how river diversions and adaptive management are playing an important role in the shaping that future.  less

In Part 2 of this episode of The Ocean Decade Show, the plan was to simply cover COP27 from a different perspective, but boy oh boy what a wide ranging conversation this episode turned into! Director of Africa at Fugro, Jaco Stemmet, speaks about his experience at COP27, but also his path to working for the world's leading geo-data specialist, Fugro's long partnership with the IOC on the Ocean Decade, and his work on the recently launched Africa Taskforce for the Ocean Decade. This is a great episode to conclude the second year of the Ocean Decade, and the second year of The Ocean Decade Show podcast! To read the Ocean Decade African Roadmap Jaco mentions during the podcast, visit https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000381488.