The Outlaw Ocean and Investigative Journalism with Ian Urbina

In this episode, we speak with Ian Urbina, an investigative journalist and author of The Outlaw Ocean, an award-winning series unmasking the lawless nature of our international waters. His work uncovers all kinds of injustices from illegal fishing to sea slavery to murder with impunity. Listen to this episode to learn more about his work, his approach to journalism, and his experience reporting on the frontlines. He also discusses questions such as what makes the high seas so violent compared to peaceful international zones like outer space and Antarctica? How big of a role does investigative journalism have on influencing laws and policies? What advice does he have for young aspiring journalists looking to follow in his footsteps?