Impact Storytelling Podcast (Ocean and Water Conservation Stories)

This episodes is guest is Dr. Olly Dove — zoologist, science communicator, podcast host, festival organiser, and someone who has spent weeks at a time living alongside seabirds on remote coastlines. Her PhD in marine ecology explored the diving behaviour of short-tailed shearwaters and little penguins, combining behavioural research with rugged fieldwork in Australia’s wild coastal environments.Beyond research, Olly has built a career making science accessible and engaging through radio, podcasts, public events, workshops, and storytelling. She hosts and produces the science radio show and podcast That’s What I Call Science, manages the Roving Scientist program for Beaker Street Festival, and is currently developing a new podcast launching in October.Her experiences span everything from studying shorebirds in Madagascar to tagging seabirds in Australia — and she brings a mix of scientific insight, humour, and honest fieldwork reality to every conversation.This month’s interviews with Australian marine scientists are being conducted to celebrate National Science Week. National Science Week is one of the world’s oldest and largest science festivals, with around 3 million people participating in more than 2,500 events across Australia each year. This year it runs from 15–23 August. If you live in Australia, check out scienceweek.net.au to find an event near you. There are also a range of online events that can be accessed internationally, including this podcast. https://www.scienceweek.net.au

This episode's guest is Anjleen Hannak — marine biologist, scientific diver, researcher, and science communicator whose work explores tropical reef systems, coral conservation, and the ecological role of shipwrecks as artificial reefs.Originally from India and raised across Southeast Asia, including Sri Lanka, Anjleen has spent years studying marine ecosystems both above and below the surface. Her research has focused on how shipwrecks function as habitats for marine life, particularly along the coast of Sri Lanka, where hundreds of wrecks lie scattered around the island. Her recent work compared fish communities living on shipwrecks with those found on nearby natural reefs, helping reveal how these “accidental artificial reefs” can support biodiversity, fisheries, tourism, and marine conservation.Anjleen completed her undergraduate degree in Marine Biology at Bangor University and later completed her Masters at University of Bremen. She is currently working with the coral program at Cape Eleuthera Institute, focusing on coral restoration and marine education.Alongside her research, Anjleen is passionate about science communication and previously worked as a freelance comic illustrator, using art and animation to make marine science more accessible and engaging.

This episode's guest is first-year Marine Biology and Oceanography student Anna Fischer, who studies at the University of Liverpool. Her journey into marine science has already included field research, marine mammal rescue training, deep-sea ecology projects, and work with scientists at the National Oceanography Centre. Originally from near Geneva, she moved to the UK during COVID, adapted to learning in English, overcame academic setbacks, and is now thriving in her studies. Alongside her research interests in marine ecosystems, conservation, and deep-sea biology, she’s also a former national-level diver for Switzerland and passionate about environmental action and life in the water.IG:@impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Roosvall, a marine science researcher and hobby artist currently studying in the Marine Ecology Programme at Nord University.Sara holds two Bachelor of Science degrees in Marine Science and Biology from University of Gothenburg. Her research focuses on brown algae and the role of phlorotannins — powerful antioxidant compounds that help algae respond to environmental stressors such as light, UV radiation, temperature, and salinity.In her work, Sara has studied three species of brown algae and compounds that are not only important for the survival of algae in changing marine environments, but are also attracting interest from the cultivation and pharmaceutical industries because of their potential health-related properties in humans.Alongside her thesis research, Sara also explored how algae change their antioxidant and pigment levels with age. Her curiosity led her even further into marine pigments when she began experimenting with sea urchin shells, discovering delicate purple-pink tones hidden inside after milling them.

In this episode, I’m joined by Cornelia Pia Erk, a marine biologist and conservation geneticist working at the intersection of molecular ecology, field research, and ocean conservation.Originally from southern Germany, Cornelia’s journey into marine science began through diving—an experience that shaped her understanding of marine ecosystems long before she entered the lab. She went on to study biology at the University of Regensburg and later specialized in marine biology during her Master’s at the University of Algarve.Her work focuses on using genetic data to understand biodiversity, population connectivity, and species boundaries—key information for protecting marine life in a rapidly changing ocean. She has a particular interest in cartilaginous fishes, including sharks, rays, and chimaeras—an evolutionarily ancient group that remains surprisingly understudied.

In this episode, I am joined by Hiroka Winter, an undergraduate biology student at the University of Nevada, Reno, and an emerging researcher in marine ecology. She was part of the Pack Research Experience Program for two semesters. Hiroka worked in the lab of Elisa Baldrighi under the leadership of Jeffrey Baguley. Her research focuses on meiofauna—microscopic organisms living in deep-sea sediments—and their role as indicators of environmental health.Most recently, Hiroka took part in a restoration expedition in the Gulf of Mexico, collaborating with scientists from organizations like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Department of the Interior. This work contributes to ongoing efforts to understand and restore deep-sea ecosystems impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill—one of the largest environmental disasters in U.S. history.From overcoming self-doubt in her first semester to collecting deep-sea sediment aboard a research vessel, Hiroka’s story is one of curiosity, courage, and discovery at the smallest—and deepest—scales of life.More about this topic: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/southeast/habitat-conservation/mesophotic-and-deep-benthic-communities-restoration

Sally Dowd is a marine scientist and the Co-Founder, President, and LeadScientist of the Twin Fins Alliance. Her work focuses on improving ourunderstanding of data-limited marine species and fisheries, particularly wide-ranging predators such as coastal sharks. During her PhD research, shecombined ecological modeling with interviews with recreational fishers alongthe North Carolina coast to investigate shark distribution and identify seasonalhotspots in an understudied land-based shark fishery. Beyond research, Sally ispassionate about collaborative science, education, and storytelling—workingwith stakeholders, students, and the public through workshops, films, writing,and outreach initiatives to connect marine science with the communities whodepend on the ocean.https://www.twinfinsalliance.org

In today's episode I am joined by Makayla Ward, an undergraduate zoological sciences student at Southern Illinois University Carbondale whose research explores how environmental stressors affect aquatic ecosystems. Growing up in a small town in Arkansas, far from the ocean, her curiosity about the unknown world beneath the water led her into marine and freshwater research. Makayla has worked in the Harmful Algal Bloom Lab studying the impacts of toxic cyanobacteria on freshwater food webs, and she conducted an independent research project examining how fragmented plastic pollution affects coral health, using a rare soft coral species from Japan. Alongside her research, she has gained hands-on experience in fisheries science, aquaculture systems, and science outreach as the first Women in Ocean Science Ambassador at her university, where she helps connect students with marine research and conservation.

In this episode I’m joined by Stella Diamant, a marine biologist, conservationist and founder of the Madagascar Whale Shark Project. Madagascar’s first dedicated whale shark research and conservation programme. She has spent the past eight field seasons studying endangered whale sharks and other marine megafauna through long-term photo-identification, acoustic tracking, feeding ecology, genetics, and pollution research. Her work combines rigorous science with community engagement, training Malagasy students, collaborating with local authorities, and helping shape marine protected areas to ensure that conservation action is rooted locally. As a free-diver and underwater photographer, Stella brings both scientific expertise and deep personal connection to the ocean, working at the intersection of research, sustainable tourism, and policy to better protect sharks and the ecosystems they sustain.Cover Photo by Stella DiamantMadagascar Whale Shark Project:https://www.madawhalesharks.orgSeen Blue Conservation:https://seenblue.org

In this episode, I am joined by Tara Williams, a third-year PhD researcher based at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus and part of the Convex Seascape Survey, a five-year international project investigating how much carbon is stored on the continental shelf seabed, how vulnerable it is to disturbance, and what that means for climate-informed marine management and protection.Tara’s PhD combines modern and historical sediment coring, geochemical analyses, habitat mapping, and archival research to explore how seabed carbon and biodiversity are distributed, how they have changed over time, and how human activities such as trawling or development may place this hidden carbon at risk. Her work reframes the muddy seafloor, often overlooked and misunderstood, as a dynamic, complex ecosystem that plays a critical role in climate regulation and conservation decision-making.

In this episode, I’m joined by Natasha Benjamin, Associate Director at Blue Frontier, a marine scientist, filmmaker, and ocean advocate working at the intersection of storytelling and ocean policy.Based in Northern California, Natasha has spent over two decades in ocean conservation and communications. With a B.S. in Marine Biology from Boston University and an M.S. in Marine Policy from the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School, she brings scientific and governance perspectives into her films. Through her documentary work, she uses storytelling to make complex ocean issues human, visible, and actionable, from disappearing kelp forests to high-seas fisheries and community-driven conservation.Find out more about Natasha's work: https://www.natasha-benjamin.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Molly Fowkes, a PhD researcher at the Lancaster Environment Centre, whose work dives into the hidden social lives of one of the UK’s most endangered and enigmatic species — the European eel.Molly studies a unique eel population living inside a reservoir: a human-made freshwater system where eels are unable to complete their epic oceanic migration, yet somehow persist at high densities over long periods of time. Using high-resolution acoustic tracking and social network analysis, Molly explores how individual eels move, associate, and organise themselves, and what these unseen social dynamics can tell us about resilience, behaviour, and conservation in increasingly human-altered freshwater ecosystems.Molly´s IG: intertidalmollyImpact Storytelling Podcast IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Julia Giebichenstein, a PhD candidate at the University of Oslo and a member of the Nansen Legacy project. Her research focuses on the seasonal and interannual variation of legacy and emerging pollutants — including persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and mercury — across the northern Barents Sea pelagic food web. She combines pollutant measurements with dietary tracers, such as stable isotopes, to link pollutant levels with diet and to track how pollutants move from small plankton to top predators like the polar bear.JuliasIG: julia_in_the_arctic.Impact Storytelling Podcast IG: impact. storytelling.podcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Mara Rosmann, a marine scientist and PhD researcher at the Alfred Wegener Institute in Bremerhaven. Mara’s journey into ocean sciencebegan with biology studies in Austria, led her through biological oceanography in Germany, and eventually took her to some of the coldest and most remoteplaces on Earth—the polar oceans. Her research focuses on how carbon moves through the ocean along the East Antarctic margin, especially in regions where warm deep waters meet ice shelves. By joining ship-based expeditions in the Arctic and using natural tracers like radiocarbon, Mara helps us better understand how Antarctica & the Arctic influence Earth’s climate—and how this system may be changing. I’m excited to explore her journey, her work, and what it all means for our planet.thumbnail photo by: Marcel NicolausMaras IG: croft_maraSabines IG: sabinemprobstPodcast IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode, we get to hear from Janis Argeswara, a marine megafauna conservation scientist, who has dedicated her life to understanding and protecting these magnificent creatures.Janis works with the Marine Megafauna Foundation, where she leads research on manta rays, sea turtles, and microplastic pollution across some of Indonesia’s most iconic marine protected areas. Her work bridges science and conservation, using evidence-based research to guide management decisions and empower local scientists through education and capacity building.IG Janis: JanisargeswaraIG Sabine: sabinemprobstIG Impact Storytelling Podcast: impact. storytelling.podcastcover photo by: Agustin Elejalde

In this episode host, Sabine M. Probst Saavedra, ocean conservation storyteller and organisation director, speaks with Dr. Nicole Todd, a postdoctoral researcher dedicated to understanding how harbor porpoises live, move, and communicate in Ireland’s coastal waters.Through her research on acoustic monitoring, Nicole studied how underwater noise, one of the ocean’s most pervasive pollutants, affects these sensitive animals. Her work is helping shape how marine protected areas are managed, how we design offshore developments responsibly, and how we can balance renewable energy growth with the wellbeing of marine life.We talked about what it means to listen to the ocean, literally, how sound reveals patterns of porpoise behavior, and how her research is guiding European conservation policy. Because protecting these small cetaceans isn’t just about science, it’s about stewardship: learning to share the sea in a way that allows all life to thrive.IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode, I am joined by Samantha Hamilton, a marine biologist whose work dives deep into this remarkable recovery. Samantha is a PhD researcher studying sea otter foraging behavior, prey preferences, and ecological impact at Cape Kiritappu, one of the few places in Japan where sea otters have reestablished a permanent population. Her research marks one of the first efforts to understand how these endangered animals are shaping Hokkaido’s coastal ecosystems as they return.Beyond her doctoral work, Samantha is also part of Sea Otter Savvy, a California-based conservation and outreach program dedicated to protecting southern sea otters and promoting responsible wildlife viewing. Through her work on both sides of the Pacific, she explores how science, community, and storytelling can come together to support the conservation of one of the ocean’s most beloved species.In this episode, we’ll uncover the story of Japan’s rebounding sea otters, how they hunt, how they heal their habitats, and how researchers like Samantha are working to ensure their survival in a changing world.Because saving sea otters isn’t just about science, it’s about rebuilding connections between species, coasts, and cultures.Samantha's IG: rakko.researchSabines IG: sabinemprobstImpact Storytelling IG: impact.storytelling.podcastSeen Blue Conservation IG: seenblue_org

In this episode I am joined by Jessica Giannoumis is a marine social scientist and passionate advocate for our ocean. With a PhD in Marine Innovation and Blue Growth from University College Cork, she works at the intersection of science, community, and industry to explore how we can build a more sustainable relationship with the sea. Currently, Jessica is the Aquatech Community Manager for Hatch Blue in Ireland, where she helps connect startups, researchers, and industry leaders to drive innovation in aquaculture and the blue bioeconomy. Beyond her professional role, she’s an enthusiastic ocean explorer, whether it’s whale watching, snorkeling with dolphins and sharks, surfing in Ireland’s coasts, or simply sharing stories that spark curiosity about the marine world. For Jessica, the ocean isn’t just a subject of study, it’s a source of inspiration, adventure, and solutions for the future.Support the Podcast on Patreon www.patreon.com/ImpactStorytellingPodcastConnect with Jessica: [email protected] IG: sabinemprobst Podcast IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode, I am joined by Carissa Cabrera. Carissa is a marine conservationist, science communicator, and the founder of FutureSwell, a nonprofit using storytelling to mobilize ocean action.You may know today’s guest as the voice behind Carissa and the Climate, a go-to digital series that translates ocean science for Gen Z and millennial audiences. But behind every campaign and conservation effort is a deeper story—and in this episode, we’re going to explore hers.Carissa’s journey began in marine biology, but it quickly evolved into something bigger: building community-driven movements that connect climate science with culture, identity, and place. Based in Hawaiʻi, her work is rooted in the Pacific—its reefs, its people, and its future.We’ll talk about where it all started, how she’s using media to shift narratives, and why storytelling might be our most powerful tool for protecting the ocean.If you’re enjoying the Impact Storytelling Podcast and would like to support its growth, you can do so through Patreon.Your support helps keep the podcast going. As a Patron, you’ll also get early access to guest announcements and the chance to submit questions for upcoming interviews.If that sounds like something you'd be interested in, you can find the link herehttps://patreon.com/ImpactStorytellingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Thank you for being part of this journey.Carissa's website: https://www.carissacabrera.comFutureSwell website: https://futureswell.orgSabine's website: www.sabinemprobst.comSeen Blue Conservation Website: www.seenblue.orgFind the Podcast on Instagram: @impact.storytelling.podcast

In todays episode I’m joined by Annalise Nisly, a marine scientist whose work spans coral and sponge restoration, benthic ecology, and community-driven conservation. With a B.A. in Environmental and Marine Science from Goshen College, she has carried her passion for ocean stewardship from the Florida Keys to East Africa. Whether leading divers in the world’s first sponge restoration program, mapping vibrant reefs off Zanzibar, or cultivating thousands of corals in nursery systems, Annalise brings both scientific rigor and a deep care for the ecosystems and communities she serves.As a divemaster with over 200 dives beneath the surface, and a growing interest in social media communication, she hopes to document the progression of her career, particularly to increase diversity in the field and inspire those from diverse backgrounds that a career in marine science is possible. When not working, she enjoys to create art through ceramics, cook, and be active. If you enjoy the Impact Storytelling Podcast and want to support it, you can now do so on Patreon! As a patron, you’ll get early access to upcoming guest announcements and the chance to submit your own questions for them. https://patreon.com/ImpactStorytellingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkAnnalise IG: @annalises.adventurePodcast IG: impact.storytelling.podcastSabines IG: sabinemprobst

In today's episode, we will hear from Clare Andvik, a PhD researcher based at the University of Oslo in Norway, working with the Norwegian Orca Survey.Her research focuses on pollutants accumulating in killer whales, particularly how what they eat shapes their toxic load. During her master's thesis, Clare and her coauthors showed that orcas that eat seals, in addition to fish, have much higher levels of toxic pollutants like PCBs and mercury, meaning they are more at risk of health effects. During her PhD, she is now looking at what the effect of this pollution is on the health of killer whales, and how it interacts with other human-made stressors like whale watching and climate change. Today, we’ll dive into her work that combines the fields of biology, toxicology, and feeding ecology, all while braving the icy conditions of Norway's northern fjords to get data from live whales. Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://patreon.com/ImpactStorytellingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkClares Instagram: clareandvikPodcasts Instagram: impact_storytelling_podcastSabines Instagram: sabinemprobst

I am happy to start season two with Alexa Putillo. Alexa is a marine biologist, science communicator, and PhD student in the Biological Oceanography Department at Florida State University. She studies the foraging ecology andhabitat use of sea turtles along Florida’s Gulf coast. Her research integratesnovel methods, including stable isotope analysis, habitat assessments, andbiologging devices, to explore how different sea turtle species interact with their environments and shape the ecosystems they inhabit. A key focus of her work is understanding the ecological roles of sea turtles, such as how their foraging behavior influences habitat structure and ecosystem function in coastal areas.In this episode, we’ll dive into her journey, what sea turtles can teach us about ocean health, and why storytelling matters in science and conservation.Support the Podcast via Patreon https://patreon.com/ImpactStorytellingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkAlexa's Instagram: ocean_alexaImpact Storytelling Instagram: impact_storytelling_podcastSabine's Instagram: sabinemprobst

Welcome back to The Impact Storytelling Podcast in this episode, host Sabine M. Probst is joined by Nicholas Conzone. Nicholas blends science, journalism, and photography to shine a light on overlooked ecosystems.You may have seen his stunning photo of Ocala National Forest featured in National Geographic’s “Best of the World 2025,” or stories on invasive parasites and armored catfish threatening Florida’s fragile waters. But behind every story is a journey—and today, we’re going to explore his: how a kid with a camera and a love of the outdoors ended up documenting the front lines of environmental change.Nick’s work is rooted in Central Florida’s springs, scrublands, and species, many of which are vanishing before our eyes. We'll hear how his background in aerospace engineering and digital media led to a new kind of mission: using visual storytelling as a force for conservation.Nicks website: https://nickconzone.comNicks IG: nickconzonephotoSabine website: www.sabinemprobst.comSabines IG: sabinemprobstPodcast IG: Impact.Storytelling.PodcastSeen Blue Website: www.seenblue.orgSeen Blue IG: seenblue_org

In this episode Sabine M. Probst is joined by Kate Inman. Kate is a marine biologist, conservationist, and science communicator with a growing voice in the world of marine science and conservation.She’s worked on everything from dolphin surveys in Cornwall to coral reef expeditions in North Sulawesi, to turtle conservation in the Philippines—and her journey reflects a deep and ever-evolving passion for understanding and protecting life beneath the waves.You may know Kate through her work with the Marine Vertebrates Conservation & Research Unit at the University of Plymouth or from her public outreach through the Explorers Club GB&I’s Women in Exploration event, where she introduced audiences to the fascinating world of bioacoustics—listening to the ocean to better protect its species.Today, we’ll talk about where her love for marine life began, what it's like to decode dolphin clicks and whistles, and how fieldwork, technology, and storytelling can work together to inspire action for our oceans.https://education.mantatrust.org/mantamarvelsThumbnail photo by: Tara AndersonKates Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateinmanmarinebio/www.sabinemprobst.comSabines IG: sabinemprobstImpact Storytelling PodcastIG: @impact.storytelling.podcastSeen Blue Conservation:www.seenblue.orgIG:@seenblue_org

In this weeks episode I am talking with Jillian Morris, marine biologist, shark conservationist, educator, author, and founder of Sharks4Kids.Born and raised on the coast of Maine, Jillian developed a love for the sea early on. That childhood fascination has since grown into a remarkable global career—one that spans scientific research, fieldwork, documentary filmmaking, and grassroots education. She's spent thousands of hours diving with sharks across the globe, from the Bahamas to the Turks and Caicos, and has appeared on major platforms like Shark Week. Jillian is also a published author and a member of the prestigious Ocean Artists Society.In 2013 she co-founded Sharks4Kids, a nonprofit that has since reached over 155,000 students in 60 countries and 49 U.S. states, offering free educational resources, virtual lessons, and hands-on experiences to inspire the next generation of ocean advocates.Jillian web:https://www.sharks4kids.comJillian IG:biminisharkgirlSabines Website:www.sabinemprobst.comSabines IG: sabinemprobstImpact Storytelling PodcastIG: @impact.storytelling.podcastSeen Blue Conservation:www.seenblue.orgIG:@seenblue_org

In this episode of the Impact Storytelling Podcast, we're diving deep—literally and figuratively—into the world of marine mammals. With a career spanning more than 20 years, Dr. Castro has combined academic rigor, field innovation, and passion to advocate for the intelligent, social creatures that roam our oceans—cetaceans. From dolphins and whales off the coast of Portugal to global conservation policy, her work is a powerful intersection of science, education, and action. AIMMs website: www.aimmportugal.orgIG: aimmportugal_orgSabines Website:www.sabinemprobst.comIG: sabinemprobstSeen Blue Conservation:www.seenblue.orgIG: seenblue_orgImpact Storytelling PodcastIG: impact.storytelling.podcast

Elena is an Austrian biologist with a Master of Science in Marine Conservation from the University of Oviedo, Spain. Her research centers on marine mammals, particularly innovative, non-invasive methods for studying free-ranging odontocetes. She’s been involved in amazing work collecting blow samples from short-finned pilot whales and participating in tagging campaigns for elusive beaked whales in the Canary Islands. Elena recently co-authored a scientific paper on genetic sex determination in pilot whales and continues to explore ways to bridge field research with conservation impact. She’s also a certified Marine Mammal Observer and PADI diver, combining her technical skills with a deep commitment to ocean advocacy. This summer, she’ll join cetacean research in Húsavík, Iceland, focusing on photo-ID and humpback whale tagging, adding yet another chapter to her journey of protecting marine life through science and storytelling.The cetacean blow sample research was under the supervision of Laura Miralles-Lopez.Instagram Elena Turac: elena_ouraniaInstagram Sabine M. Probst: sabinemprobstInstagram Podcast: impact.storytelling.podcast

Dr. Maximilian Wagner recently finished his joint PhD degree at the University of Graz and Antwerp and is currently working as a PostDoc at the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of Rijeka. His research mainly focuses on the evolution and ecology of intertidal organisms, especially in Mediterranean gravel beach environments. In his PhD project, he aims to illuminate the underlying genomic and ecological drivers that shaped the diversification of the cryptobenthic clingfish genus Gouania. Lets dive into the world of gravel beaches and get to know more about the fascinating life in these habitats.The short film: https://youtu.be/pcuNrftU-wIMaximilian Wagners IG: maximilianwagner19Sabine M. Probst IG: sabinemprobstImpact Storytelling Podcast IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

Gabriela Tejeda is a conservation storyteller and National Geographic explorer who currently works on The Nature Conservancy’s global Storytelling team. A Boston College graduate, she moved to the Florida Keys to work in the environmental conservation sector — through which she quickly developed a knack for connecting storytelling, science and change-making. Through her work in conservation outreach and on social media, Tejeda creates powerful visuals and narrative to immerse audiences into the South Florida Everglades. Her current National Geographic Society grant project focuses on capturing, through photography and video, the changing underwater world of mangroves in the Everglades. She is a public speaker, two-time Jackson Wild Fellow and a Dry Tortugas Artist in Residence. Her conservation writing, video and photography have been featured in national publications, and she loves producing Everglades based content for her social media. Inspired by the beauty and sense of belonging that the natural world provides, Tejeda is driven to explore, connect, and share the mysteries of our wild spaces.thumbnail photo by Mary Beth KoethGabrielas IG:@gabtejeda

Emilie Ehrhardt is a Danish-Norwegian second camera and drone operator with a background in animal behavior and international fieldwork.She has a Bachelor of Science in Animal Behavior & Welfare, during which she hasgained experience in scientific fieldwork on projects such as whale shark research in the Maldives and bottlenose dolphin research in Brazil.These experiences strengthened her love for science communication through visual media and brought her to Bristol to do a Masters in Wildlife Filmmaking at UWE. Since the completion of her Master's Degree, she has gained experience working on different Natural History programs and has worked on shoots as a second camera in multiple locations around the world. She is currently working as a camera assistant and drone operator on BBC’s Countryfile series.Thumbnail Photo: Abdul Basith MohamedEmilie Ehrhardt:[email protected] M. [email protected]

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is joined by underwater photographer and filmmaker Boogs Rosales.Watch the film for 2 weeks from the release of this episode here:https://youtu.be/Q4YAPZaQG1IBoogs is currently based in the Philippines. He specializes in filming marine wildlife for natural history and travel programs, with a strong focus on conservation and education. His work has been featured on National Geographic and Discovery Channel, as well as in numerous print and online publications. He produced and directed the documentary 'Dahican’, which earned a finalist spot at the prestigious 2023 Jackson Wild Media Awards, regarded as the Oscars of natural history filmmaking. The film was also celebrated as an Official Selection at the Wildscreen Festival in Bristol, UK. He is a scuba diver since 15 years and an Associate Fellow for the esteemed International League of Conservation Photographers, a fellowship of the world’s top Nature and Wildlife Photographers and Filmmakers. thumbnail photo: Francisco Guerrero Boogs website:https://www.boogsrosales.comIG: boogsrosalesSabine Website:www.sabinemprobst.comIG: SabinemprobstPodcast IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is joined by wildlife cinematographer and documentary filmmaker Grace Eggleston. Grace is currently based in Michigan and is known for stories that explore the relationship between people and the natural world. As both a cinematographer and editor, she has worked for various production companies and has extensive experience filming in the forests, rivers, and islands of Northern America.Thumbnail Photo by: Keon AbbottGrace Webiste:https://www.graceeggleston.comIG: graceegglestonA River Called Home:https://www.jesswiegandt.com/archSabines Webiste:www.sabinemprobst.comIG: sabinemprobstPodcast:IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode of the Podcast Sabine M. Probst is joined by the director of Sea Shepherd Austria, Markus Trebuch.Markus joined the organization in 2018, and since 2022, he has been filling the role of director of Sea Shepherd Austria. Based in Vienna, he focuses on increasing public awareness in Austria, emphasizing how ocean health affects even landlocked countries. His efforts are part of Sea Shepherd's broader mission to protect marine environments globally and engage local communities in environmental preservation activities such as cleanups and education campaigns.Sea Shepherd Austria:IG: seashepherdaustriaweb: https://www.seashepherd.atMarkus Trebuch:IG: mrkstreSabine M. Probst:IG: sabinemprobstweb: www.sabinemprobst.comSeen Blue:IG: seenblue_orgweb: www.seenblue.orgOn the platform waterbear networks you can watch a variety of ocean conservation and environmental movies for free, you only need to sign up.

In this episode, Sabine is joined by marine conservationist, researcher, educator, and scientific diver, Juliette Villechanoux.Juliette is a French marine conservationist currently serving as the field and science Project Manager for Coral Guardian, a French NGO that works internationally with local communities to protect coral ecosystems. She has a wealth of experience, having worked on coral research and conservation projects around the world—from studying how shark diving influences coral reefs in Fiji to researching red corals in Italy.Juliettes Instagram: jujubinus_Coral Guardian:https://www.coralguardian.org/en/Article about sunscreen on reefs: https://www.coralguardian.org/en/impact-uv-filters-sunscreens-on-coral/IG:coralguardianSabines Website:www.sabinemprobst.comIG: @SabineMProbst  Podcast IG:impact.storytelling.podcast

Shireen is an Iranian-American scientist, National Geographic Explorer, and filmmaker dedicated to understanding the most effective media techniques for driving action on environmental issues. Based in Florida, she focuses on using storytelling to highlight the human connection to rapidly changing oceans and inspire conservation efforts.Since becoming a National Geographic Young Explorer in 2017, Shireen has been featured on National Geographic Channel’s Sharkfest and NatGeo WILD, showcasing her work on shark-human interactions in The Bahamas and Florida.Through her photography and films, Shireen captures the complex relationships between people and oceans, documenting regions such as the South Pacific, the Coral Triangle, and the Caribbean. Her work spotlights tropical coral reefs—one of the earliest and most significant ecological casualties of climate change. By focusing on emotional, character-driven narratives, Shireen aims to amplify the marginalized voices of marine ecosystems and inspire action to address the ongoing ecological crisis.Thumbnail Photo by: Phoebe Fitz, www.phoebe-fitz.comDr. Shireen Rahimi:https://lightpalaceproductions.com @DrShireenRahimi ​

Kat Mason focuses her research on elasmobranch and conservation; having worked from the Caribbean to the Maldives, and Southeast Asia, using baited remote cameras, drones and non-invasive tags to monitor a wide range of shark and ray species.She is passionate about the ocean, nature, travel and outdoor adventure, which has inspired her photography and drone videography. She has spent the last year working as Project Coordinator, drone pilot & scientific diver in Thailand for her co-founded project Aerial Recon & Recovery Initiative.Kats website: https://www.ocean-kat.comIG: oceankat__Sabines Website:www.seenblue.orgIG:sabinemprobstSeen Blue:www.seenblue.orgIG: seenblue_orgImpact Storytelling Podcast IG: impact.storytelling.podcast

Jasmine is currently based in the UK and is a media and communications specialist, conservation filmmaker, marine scientist, scuba diving instructor, and an award-winning underwater photographer. With over a decade of marine conservation experience across South and Southeast Asia, she has managed conservation projects, developed underwater photography work, and taught scuba diving. Jasmine is dedicated to making ocean conservation accessible to all, using her work to educate and inspire others to protect the marine environment. Through engaging visual content, she aims to raise awareness about threats to the ocean and foster a stronger connection to its preservation.

Eloise Jenninger is a French-German Film Director, Animator, and Screenwriter based in London, specializing in connecting science and art through animation. With a background in Ecology and Conservation, Eloise is passionate about exploring the intricate relationship between humans and nature, as well as the impact of climate change on the world. She graduated from the National Film and Television School (England), where she focused on Directing Animation, and her latest film, The Last Garden, earned a Yugo BAFTA nomination.Eloise’s work is inspired by her scientific training, having specialized in Climate Change, Ecology, and Conservation at Durham University. She deepened her interest in conservation through research on Armenian orchids at Kew Gardens and by working as a Science Communicator. Her films are colorful, character-driven narratives designed to entertain and educate, helping audiences reconnect with the natural world.Eloise:webiste: https://www.eloisejenninger.comInstagram: eloisejenningerImpact Storytelling Podcast:IG: impact.storytelling.podcastSabine:Website: www.sabinemprobst.comIG: sabinemprobst

"Tigereyes" is now available to watch on Waterbear Networks!Martinas website:https://www.martinatrepczyk.comMartinas Instagram: martinatrepczykMartina is a nomadic entrepreneur whose projects take her around the world. Born into a Polish family and raised in Austria, she holds a master’s degree in filmmaking from Kingston University and received a scholarship for a practical PhD at Roehampton University. Martina transitioned out of academics and ventured into business, founding her own company. She’s directed and edited for prominent clients, including the UN Climate Change Conference, the British Government, feminist startups, and NGOs focused on climate change and shark conservation. Her work captures cinematic ocean stories, fostering meaningful connections between audiences and the environment.Sabines website:www.sabinemprobst.comIG: sabinemprobstIG: impact.storytelling.podcast

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst converses with documentary filmmaker Alice Geary.Alice is currently based out of London. As an award-winning documentary filmmaker specializing in environmental storytelling, she is especially passionate about impact-driven narratives that explore the human heart in stories about the natural world. As an ocean advocate, her work highlights important issues in marine conservation. Her film Finally I Sea aims to raise awareness about the alarming number of children in the UK who lack access to nature, with 1 in 5 having never seen the sea. Alice's website: https://www.alicegearyfilms.comAlice Instagram: @alicegearyfilmsFinally I Sea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDgnCgOgK6o&t=16sSabine's website: www.sabinemprobst.comSabines IG:  @SabineMProbst 

In this episode host Sabine M. Probst will be conversing with artist and freediver Lea Fricke.Lea is originally from Germany, but she finds inspiration for her art all over the world in our oceans. She uses her art to raise awareness about marine life. Recently, she collaborated with the World Wildlife Fund on a campaign to highlight the endangered Vaquita. By limiting the availability of her painting, the campaign symbolized how few of these animals remain, emphasizing the urgent need for conservation. Currently, some of her paintings are touring the world, reaching people in various cities, making aware of ocean conservation.Lea Fricke IG: @lea_dora_fricke Sabine M. Probstwww.sabinemprobst.com@sabinemprobst

In this episode of the Impact Storytelling Podcast, Sabine M. Probst is conversing with filmmaker and cinematographer Ben Albert. Ben is currently based out of Milwaukee, with a passion for creating compelling visuals genuine to the stories he tells. He works on a wide array of non-fiction, commercial, and creative projects, with a focus on our human relationship with the natural world.  In 2022 he was selected as a Jackson Wild Summit Fellow and he is currently finishing his first feature film - “An Invitation to Wonder- Waubesa Wetlands”.IG: @ impact storytelling podcasthost: Sabine M. Probstwww.sabinemprobst.comIG: @ sabinemprobst guest: Ben Albertwww.benalbertvisuals.comIG: @ benalbertvisuals

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is conversing with documentary filmmaker, Natgeo Explorer, Jackson Wild Summit Fellow and Fullbright scholar Lucía Flórez. Lucia’s most recently published film Shirampari: Legacies of the River premiered at prestigious film festivals like Sundance. Currently, she is working on two new amazing documentary films that she is going to talk more about in this episode.host:Sabine M. Probstwww.sabinemprobst.com@sabinemprobst guest:Lucía Flórezwww.luciaflorez.com@oscilacionconstante

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is conversing with Iranian-American film director and producer Chiara Hollender. Chiaras most recent work “Women of the Earth” was very well received by viewers on the PBS Youtube Channel. Her projects are deeply empowered by the work of women, and the complexity of nature. She seeks to disrupt the homogenization and colonization of women's voices and has been called to capture stories that focus on healing. In the documentary space, Chiara has collaborated with Radical Media, Discovery+, PBS, and more.Instagram accounts:The Impact Storytelling Podcast: @impact.storytelling.podcastSabine M. Probst: @sabinemprobstChiara Hollender: @chiarahollenderWebistes:Sabine M. Probst: www.sabinemprobst.comChiara Hollender: www.chiarahollender.comWomen of the Earth, all episodes:https://youtu.be/7ojh4xYoJRU?si=4fRBYSAbJXGjIsglhttps://youtu.be/FApf9HCSDsg?si=fx_9AvJ_WNMVIrCyhttps://youtu.be/B-yscXAxSMs?si=X-HtdhnQuw59Rxh7https://youtu.be/_YmkWODcqbA?si=W75L9BFlPXaYYlQh

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is conversing with wildlife camerawoman Laura Pennafort. Laura is originally from Brazil and currently based in Bristol. She has recently worked on big productions for National Geographic, Disney Plus, and more, and in this episode, she is going to talk about her work as a wildlife camerawoman and her independent film Pantanal: A Charred Wetland. Instagram accounts:The Impact Storytelling Podcast: @impact.storytelling.podcastSabine M. Probst: @sabinemprobstLaura Pennafort:  @LauraPennafort  Webistes:Sabine M. Probst: www.sabinemprobst.comLaura Pennafort: www.laurapennafort.comPantanal: A Charred Wetland:full film:https://youtu.be/3GfxLuR6zL8?si=lxQH5PQ4n-9bPU3f

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is conversing with Nova West creative artist, award-winning filmmaker, Natgeo Explorer, published photographer, and environmental educator originating from southern Minnesota. As a National Geographic Explorer, they are working towards creating a more diverse and holistic landscape for wildlife storytelling. Currently based out of LA their passion lies in exploring our natural world and finding creative ways to inspire others. Instagram accounts:The Impact Storytelling Podcast: @impact.storytelling.podcastSabine M. Probst: @sabinemprobstNova West: @novawest_creativeWebistes:Sabine M. Probst: www.sabinemprobst.comNova West: www.novawestcreative.comDiving for Rays:Trailer:https://youtu.be/VlD2MAWK9oo?si=pc771BWVp5fdy1KZFull film:https://www.waterbear.com/watch/diving-for-rays-a-queer-conservationists-story

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is conversing with Roy Kimhi an impact producer, filmmaker, and manned submersible pilot from Israel.His travels inspired his work and passion for ocean conservation, deep-sea exploration, submersibles, virtual reality, photography, and films.In this episode, he is going to share with us his experience working in the impact filmmaking field, including his film “The Great” an underwater virtual reality film about the great white shark, his previous work as a submersible pilot with the National Geographic “Pristine Seas" project, and more.Instagram accounts:The Impact Storytelling Podcast: @impact.storytelling.podcastSabine M. Probst: @sabinemprobstRoy Kimhi: @roykimhi Webistes:Sabine M. Probst: www.sabinemprobst.comRoy Kimhi: www.roykimhi.com

In this episode, Sabine M. Probst is conversing with wildlife filmmaker and camerawoman Yaz Ellis.Yaz is currently based in the Capital city of Austria, Vienna. She focuses on creating films that show how wildlife is challenged by human impact and how it is adapting.She has recently worked on different documentary projects as a cinematographer and is currently working as Director Of Photography for Terra Mater Studios, on the program Wild Vienna. She also has recently co-founded an independent production company with her partner Jack Mifflin.Instagram accounts:The Impact Storytelling Podcast: @impact.storytelling.podcastSabine M. Probst: @sabinemprobstYaz Ellis: @_yazzellisDream Wild Films: @dreamwildfilmsWebistes:Sabine M. Probst: www.sabinemprobst.comYaz Ellis: www.yazzellis.comDream Wild Films: www.dreamwildfilms.com