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Ocean Ideas
by Ocean Lovers Festival
The Ocean Ideas Podcast is a series of recorded solo talks and panels from the Ocean Lovers Festival "Ocean Lovers Talks" program as well as the panel discussions from the annual Blue Solutions Summit. Podcasts release weekly so be sure to follow so you don't miss out.Special thanks to Impressive Immersive for delivering great audio and video quality across all events.
Episodes
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Ocean Ideas | EP 31 | The Ocean's Deepest Thinker?
Have you thought about whether animals have feelings? 🐙 The octopus , one of the ocean’s deepest thinkers, is challenging how we understand intelligence and emotion in the natural world. From recognising curiosity and compassion in these incredible creatures, to questioning what consciousness...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 30 I Join the Ocean Rescue
🌊 Join the Ocean Rescue. Your Photos, Your Power! You don’t have to be a scientist to make a real impact for our ocean. From diving with sharks to snapping sea slugs or uploading your beach finds to iNaturalist, every observation counts! In this episode of Ocean Ideas we learn about how citizens...
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Ocean Ideas | Ep 29 | What's with the Weather?
What’s with the weather? From record heat to rising seas, experts reveal how our warming oceans are driving extreme storms, floods, and coastal change and what it means for our future.Filmed at Bondi Pavilion.Thanks to @IMPRESSIVEIMMERSIVEMEDIA for the stellar content!
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Ocean Ideas | EP 28 | The Ocean's Oxygen Crisis
One in every two breaths we take comes from the ocean but rising nitrogen pollution is creating dead zones, fuelling algal blooms, and draining oxygen from our seas. In this episode of the Ocean Ideas Podcast, recorded live at Ocean Lovers Festival, seaweed scientist and entrepreneur Pia Winberg...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 27 I Extreme Sailing for Science
She sailed solo around Antarctica, became the fastest in the world, and now holds 8 world records. For Lisa Blair, extreme sailing isn’t just about adventure, it’s about turning the world’s wildest oceans into a platform for science and a call for climate action. Filmed at Bondi Pavilion. Thanks…
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Ocean Ideas I EP 26 I Deep Water: The World in Our Ocean
Making the Invisible Visible. Why the Deep ocean matters. In this Ocean Ideas Podcast James Bradley reveals how the Ocean holds the key to humanity's urgent future. As we sink 5 hiroshima bombs worth of energy every second into the ocean, Bradley calls on us all to reframe our ‘out of sight, out…
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Ocean Ideas I EP 25 I GAIA Imperatives for Planetary Health
The planet is out of balance - and so are we.In this powerful episode of the Ocean Ideas Podcast, Mark Rowland explores how human systems have disrupted Earth’s natural rhythms - and why restoring balance means shifting how we live, lead, and connect.From climate and biodiversity to economics and...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 24 I Beauty Beasts of the Ocean
Whales, wisdom & the warming sea 🌊 What happens when science, Indigenous knowledge, and ocean reverence collide? Dive into this episode of the Ocean Ideas Podcast where three incredible minds - Dr. Vanessa Pirotta, Dr. Jodi Edwards, and Dr. Olaf Meynecke - explore the deep connections between...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 23 I Crashing through the Trash
Why are plastics still on our shelves if we know the damage they cause? Profit? Lack of alternatives? Or something deeper?This Plastic Free July dive into 'Crashing through the Trash' - a powerful Ocean Ideas Podcast unpacking the ocean litter crisis and what we can do about it. From…
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Ocean Ideas I EP 22 I Unbroken Whispers - The ripples connecting sea-kin
🌊 Unbroken Whispers: The Kinship Between Sea and Story 🐋What if whales weren’t just wildlife - but family? In this powerful Ocean Ideas Podcast episode, Dr. Jodi Edwards shares deep cultural stories of Sea Country, orcas as kin, and the matriarchal knowledge systems that have cared for...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 21 I Tooth or Dare: Why we fear sharks, forgive orcas, and forget polar bears
A shark bite happened. But public opinion shifted in a totally unexpected direction… And it wasn’t what researchers predicted. In this episode of Ocean Ideas: Tooth or Dare, Dr. Chris Pepin-Neff of the University of Sydney shares a surprising discovery from a real-world study in Cape Town - and...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 20 I Stepping up: Sustainable Solutions to Fashion's Fail
Fast fashion is flooding Australia - and we’re leading the world in the worst way. Aussies buy more new clothes per person than any other country. Most of it is made from fossil fuels. Bad for the planet, our oceans, and our health. But there’s hope. In this week’s Ocean Ideas Podcast, four...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 19 I Supernatural Seadragons & Seahorses
✨ Dive into the world of Supernatural Seadragons and Seahorses! ✨ These magical marine creatures captivate us with their otherworldly beauty - but did you know they’re also at the heart of vital conservation work in Sydney Harbour? 🎧 Tune in to hear from the passionate scientists working to…
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Ocean Ideas I EP 18 I Young Ocean Crusaders: The Next Generation Saving Our Seas
🌊 Meet the young leaders fighting for our ocean's future! 🌍✨ “The youth represent 100% of the future.” - Sophia Skarparis (AKA PlasticFreeSophia) In this powerful episode of Ocean Ideas, hear from passionate young changemakers who are standing up, speaking out, and taking action to protect our...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 17 I Life After Shark Nets: A Shark-Smart Future
What does a future without shark nets look like? 🦈 In this episode, we dive deep into shark-smart strategies that are making our beaches safer—for people and marine life. 🎙️ Hear real stories, expert insights, and the urgent steps we need to take to drive political change. Plus, ever wondered...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 16 I The Urchin Invasion
Sea urchin populations are exploding along the south-eastern corner of the Great Southern Reef—devouring kelp forests, disrupting ecosystems, and accelerating marine decline. But what if the solution lies not just in science… but on our plates?🎧 In the latest Ocean Ideas Podcast, we explore how...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 15 I Can Coral Reefs Save Themselves
🌊 The time to act is now—our reef ecosystems need us. As climate change and extreme heating events threaten coral reefs around the world, scientists are racing to understand how these incredible ecosystems can survive—and how we can help. In the latest episode of the Ocean Ideas Podcast, leading...
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Ocean Ideas I EP 14 I Saving the Grey Nurse Shark
The Grey Nurse Shark is critically endangered, and it needs your help! 🦈💔 Catch the latest episode of the Ocean Ideas Podcast to discover incredible citizen science projects you can join to support the conservation of this iconic species. 🌊 You'll learn about their behaviours, population, and...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 13 | Algae Gold
Could algae be the new gold? 🏆 In this episode, ABC's Natasha Mitchell sits down with leading researchers and innovators to explore why algae is being hailed as a game-changer for a sustainable planet. From reducing methane in animal feed to replacing plastics and even helping with beer...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 12 | High Seas, Deep Seas
What’s really happening in the high seas? 🌊🌍 Join ABC's Natasha Mitchell and a panel of experts as they explore who owns the ocean, who gets to exploit it, and how we can balance preservation with exploitation for future generations. ⚖️Speakers:- Captain Peter Hammarstedt, Sea Shepherd…
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Ocean Ideas | EP 11 | Demystifying Sustainable Seafood
Marine Stewardship Council campaigner Alex Webb dives deep into the myths and facts surrounding sustainable seafood in this latest episode of the Ocean Ideas Podcast - Demystifying Sustainable Seafood. From the truth behind the claim that all big boats are bad, to misconceptions about imported...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 10 | What are Whales Telling Us?
Take a deep dive into the world of whales with the latest episode of the Ocean Ideas podcast: What Are Whales Telling Us? 🎙️ Listen as experts discuss everything from current threats and population changes to fascinating behaviours of these majestic creatures.Speakers: Dr. Vanessa Pirotta,...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 9 | VR Shipwreck Dives
Dive into an innovative talk with Australian National Maritime Museum Archaeologist James Hunter to hear how he is using Virtual Reality to invite the public to explore shipwrecks and discover their mysteries. 🛳 Speaker: - James Hunter, Australian National Maritime Museum Special thanks to...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 8 | Shark Nets What's Next?
The NSW Government is considering phasing out shark nets in NSW, a massive step to update this heritage solution that many say is no longer fit for purpose. Tune in to the latest episode of Ocean Ideas - Shark Nets, What’s Next? to hear from experts about the politics, psychology, history and...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 7 | The 101 on the 30 x 30
Do you know what the 30 by 30 target is? Find out from expert Jason Peers of Marinas Guardian during this week’s Ocean Ideas Podcast! Guess how much of the ocean is currently protected? You’ll be shocked!! Find out about global ambitions and some hope for success. The time to act is NOW! Speaker:...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 6 | Going with the flow
This week we hear from University of Sydney researcher Tristan Salle, who sheds new light on how river systems over hundreds of millions of years have driven life on the planet Speakers: Tristan Salle, USYD Special thanks to Impressive Immersive for the stellar audio and video quality. Filmed at...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 5 | Eating with a Conscience
Hear from our experts to find out how science and innovation are helping us navigate the complexities of sustainable seafood and how you, the consumer, can make more informed choices around seafood. Speakers: Mat Goddard, AquaCultr Dr Adrain Gutteridge, MSC Special thanks to Impressive Immersive...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 4 | Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science
Do you want to learn about traditional and contemporary Indigenous ocean conservation? Tune in to this week's Ocean Ideas Podcast - Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science, to hear an interesting discussion about Indigenous ocean governance working with modern science to benefit the health of our ocean....
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Ocean Ideas | EP3 | Fish Pods Helping Nature
We are joined by Professor David Booth to discover how artificial fish pods and new coral habitats can boost fish biodiversity in Sydney. Listen in to learn about how ocean restoration projects are taking place right under the Sydney Opera House! Speakers: David Booth, UTS/SIMS Special thanks to...
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Ocean Ideas | EP 2 | Solutions to Ending Plastic Pollution
We know our oceans are literally drowning in our plastic waste. This discussion ranges from innovative solutions to collective action - tune in to gain valuable insights, inspiration and tips on reducing the use of plastics, allowing you to be a greater part of the solution! Speakers: Naomi...
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Ocean Ideas | EP1 | Restoring Sydney Harbour
A Blueprint for Global Seascape Restoration! Find out about about this exciting world first approach to seascape restoration. Project Restore focuses not only on individual habitats but also on fostering connections between habitats. This innovative approach aims to provide a blueprint for future...
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Ocean Ideas | EP10 | Saving our Friends of the Sea
So much is impacting our much loved (megafauna) marine creatures – sharks, dolphins seals, sea lions and turtles. Be enlightened by all the positive actions being done to help preserve their environments and populations. Robin Mellon (Better Sydney) hosts this panel of superstar megafauna...
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The Ocean Ideas Podcast is a series of recorded solo talks and panels from the Ocean Lovers Festival "Ocean Lovers Talks" program as well as the panel discussions from the annual Blue Solutions Summit. Podcasts release weekly so be sure to follow so you don't miss out.Special thanks to Impressive Immersive for delivering great audio and video quality across all events.
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The Ocean Ideas Podcast is a series of recorded solo talks and panels from the Ocean Lovers Festival "Ocean Lovers Talks" program as well as the panel discussions from the annual Blue Solutions Summit. Podcasts release weekly so be sure to follow so you don't miss out.Special thanks to Impressive...
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