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Send us Fan MailDr. Brent Hughes takes us on a fascinating journey through California's coastal ecosystems, revealing the unexpected ways sea otters transform their environments. As an Associate Professor at Sonoma State University with a background spanning from the center of landlocked Kansas to the rugged Pacific coast, Hughes brings unique perspective to marine conservation.The conversation explores how foundation species like kelp, seagrass, and salt marshes create the physical structure that supports entire ecosystems. Hughes shares his groundbreaking discovery that sea otters prevent coastal erosion by consuming burrowing shore crabs – research so significant it earned the cover of Nature magazine. These "crab condos" weaken marsh banks, but when otters remove the crabs, the marshes stabilize. It's a perfect example of how restoring natural food webs can solve environmental problems that human intervention struggles to fix.California's sea otter population faces a precarious future, stalled at just 3,000 individuals despite historical numbers likely reaching 20,000-30,000. The culprit? What Hughes calls the "white shark gauntlet" preventing otters from expanding their range north or south of central California. His research suggests San Francisco Bay alone could support twice the state's current population, revealing the untapped potentiPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Foreign Policy's The Catch PodcastAs the fishmeal industry grows, local communities’ food security suffers, communities are impacted.Flukes International Whale Tours Multi-day marine mammal education, research and conservation tours to exotic places with Zack KlyverDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the trash polluting our environment could be transformed into schools, homes, and opportunities? In San Juan Comalapa, Guatemala, that's what's happening thanks to Matt Panaitz and Long Way Home. 20 years ago, Matt was a Peace Corps volunteer stationed in this predominantly Mayan community nestled in Guatemala's Western Highlands. Rather than returning to ordinary life in the U.S. after his service, Matt sold his car, moved back to Guatemala, and embarked on a remarkable journey. What began as building the town's first grass soccer field evolved into a revolutionary approach to education and sustainability. The Hero School campus now stands as a testament to possibility—20 buildings constructed from over 35,000 discarded tires and 100,000 plastic bottles filled with trash. This approach has earned recognition from UNESCO- aligning Education with Sustainable Development and ripples far beyond the school itself—in one village, students mapped every household, identified needs, and implemented 57 stove projects, with grateful residents throwing rose petals at their feet as they departed. By treating waste as a resource rather than a problem, they've created sustainable infrastructure while addressing poverty through education that empowers students to become heroes in their own communities. Learn more about volunteering, donating, or bringing Foreign Policy's The Catch PodcastAs the fishmeal industry grows, local communities’ food security suffers, communities are impacted.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Flukes International Whale Tours Multi-day marine mammal education, research and conservation tours to exotic places with Zack KlyverMendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailStorytelling has the power to transform how we see our oceans and inspire meaningful action. Two visionary filmmakers, Cynthia Abbott and Andrea Leland, join us to share how they're using documentary filmmaking to spotlight both the crisis facing our marine environments and the everyday heroes working to save them. Their Emmy-winning documentary "Three Ocean Advocates" introduces us to remarkable individuals making a difference: Dick Ogg, a fisherman developing innovative methods to prevent whale entanglement; Tess Felix, an artist transforming beach plastic into stunning portraits; and Barbara Kritz, who unintentionally captured the devastating decline of Caribbean coral reefs through her underwater photography. The conversation takes a deep dive into Cynthia's latest project, "The Abalone Chronicles," which explores the critical endangerment of red abalone along the Northern California coast. Through the eyes of 3 distinct characters—a shell collector, a Yurok tribal regalia maker, and a diver working to restore kelp forests—viewers witness the interconnected challenges facing our coastal ecosystems. Rather than overwhelming viewers with environmental doom, Abbott and Leland spotlight solutions and provide concrete calls to action. Become an ocean advocate! Visit everysecondbreathproject.org to watch these inspiring films, access educational resoPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Foreign Policy's The Catch PodcastAs the fishmeal industry grows, local communities’ food security suffers, communities are impacted.Flukes International Whale Tours Multi-day marine mammal education, research and conservation tours to exotic places with Zack KlyverDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailCaptain Paul Watson speaks with us from Paris about his experiences at the UN Ocean Conference, meetings with global leaders including President Macron, and his continued ocean conservation efforts after his release from a Greenland prison.• The UN Ocean Conference yielded a major victory with 64 countries ratifying the High Seas Treaty, providing additional legal protection for ocean interventions• Captain Paul met with French President Macron, the Mayor of Reykjavik, the President of French Polynesia, and Brazil's Environment Minister to discuss marine conservation• Whaling in Iceland has been paused for three consecutive years, signaling a potential permanent end to the practice as public opinion shifts• Deep sea mining threatens to create devastating sediment clouds lasting 3-6 years that could suffocate marine life across hundreds of square miles• Krill overfishing in the Southern Ocean by factory ships from Norway, Japan and Russia is starving penguin and whale populations while producing cheap feed for factory farms• The Captain Paul Watson Foundation is planning direct interventions against krill fishing operations, creating a new TV series called "Krill Wars" to raise awareness• Commercial fishing operations globally are sustained by approximately $90 billion in government subsidies, not by actual market profitability• The foundation's upcoming projects include anti-poaching operations in the Mediterranean, protecting turtles in Mayotte, and opposing seismic testing off UruguayJoin us in supporting ocean conservation by donating to Resilient Earth Radio and the Captain Paul Watson Foundation to help protect our blue planet. Visit our website or find us on social media to learn how you can contribute.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThe ocean isn't silent—it's a symphony of natural sounds that marine life depends on for survival. But human-generated noise pollution is drowning out this essential communication network with potentially devastating consequences. Michael takes us deep into the world of marine bioacoustics, revealing how political decisions directly impact ocean ecosystems. With three decades of experience studying underwater sound, Stocker paints a vivid picture of the challenges facing marine life today. We explore the shocking effects of military sonar on beaked whales, where intense acoustic disturbances cause animals to surface too quickly, resulting in catastrophic internal injuries similar to decompression sickness in human divers. Stocker describes how their bodies appeared like "milkshakes inside" during necropsies—a graphic reminder of how sound can kill. The conversation turns to innovative solutions, including Stocker's groundbreaking work using wavelet analysis to precisely track whale movements near shipping lanes. This technology could revolutionize marine mammal protection by allowing ships to "see" whales on their navigation systems and avoid collisions without necessarily slowing down—a win for both conservation and commerce. Climate change compounds these acoustic challenges, with melting Arctic ice eliminating crucial feeding grounds for gray whales. Whether discussing non-cavitating propeller designs that could dramatically reduce vessel noise or the devastating impact of bottom trawling on marine habitats, Stocker provides both expertise and hope. His parting advice offers meaningful action for listeners. Sites: https://ocr.org/ & https://ocean-noise.com/Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we talk about a devastating crisis that unfolded this year in the San Francisco Bay. March to June 2025 saw an unprecedented 36 gray whales enter, and stay for extended periods in one of the West coast's busiest waterways. The result? A staggering mortality rate with over 20 dead whales—roughly half of all observed individuals—primarily from vessal strikes. We wanted to find out why and what can be and is being done about it. Scott Mercer brought in Josie Slaathaug (pronounced Slot-Howg) to talk about it. She's a cetacean specialist at the Marine Mammal Center and Sonoma State University graduate researcher. She created and maintained the bay's gray whale photo ID catalog, and shares how this extraordinary year contrasts sharply with 2024's minimal whale presence. Most disturbing is that many were, malnourished whales—yet many were in good body condition, actively feeding, and displaying rich social behaviors rarely documented in the bay before: spy hopping, chin slapping, bubble blowing, and forming tight pairs. The maritime community's response offers a glimmer of hope despite the heartbreak. Ferry captains shared real-time whale locations, vessels rerouted especially during nighttime hours, and the Coast Guard broadcast regular whale alerts. Despite these coordinated efforts, vessel strikes still claimed too many lives. Slaathaug's research, matching carcasses to living whales photographed days earlier, paints a poignant picture of an individual whale's final days. How might climate change and shifting Arctic feeding grounds be altering migration patterns? Can we develop more proactive protection measures before next year's migration? We talk about that and more.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailA powerful wave of peaceful resistance swept across America on June 14, 2025, as over 5 million citizens gathered in 2,100 cities and towns for No Kings Day. From small coastal communities like Wallala to major metropolitan centers, Americans of all ages exercised their First Amendment rights to voice opposition against what many view as presidential overreach and environmental devastation.The current administration's systematic dismantling of critical environmental agencies stands at the heart of many protesters' concerns. We explore how the gutting of scientific expertise at the EPA and NOAA threatens decades of environmental progress and our ability to address pressing challenges like climate change. When federal authorities released water from California dams without understanding the state's water systems, it highlighted a dangerous pattern of uninformed intervention that wastes precious resources and undermines state authority.Through intimate conversations with local participants Wendy White and Sandy Wright, we discover the deeply personal motivations driving ordinary citizens to stand up for democracy and environmental protection. Their perspectives reveal how political decisions have real-world impacts on communities, from agricultural workers facing aggressive immigration raids to educators struggling to teach environmental stewardship while the government models the opposite.Beyond documenting the protests, we examine concerning legislation currently moving through Congress that threatens marine sanctuaries, and we analyze the manipulation tactics being deployed to distract and divide Americans. By recognizing patterns of gaslighting, fear-mongering, and misinformation, we can better equip ourselves to protect both our democratic inPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailBeneath the waves, in the darkness of the deep ocean, lies one of Earth's last pristine wilderness areas – a place we've barely begun to understand. Now, a high-stakes race is underway to mine valuable minerals from the seafloor, with profound implications for marine ecosystems and our planet's future.Richard Charter from The Ocean Foundation takes us on an eye-opening journey into the complex world of deep sea mining. He expertly breaks down the three distinct types of extraction threatening different ocean ecosystems: hydrothermal vents with their unique energy-transforming life forms, mineral crusts that form along seamounts, and polymetallic nodules scattered across vast stretches of seafloor. These aren't just minerals – they're living habitats that took millions of years to evolve.What's particularly alarming is the permanence of any damage we inflict. Charter reveals that test mining tracks created 26 years ago remain perfectly visible today, as if freshly made. "If it took millions of years to evolve these life forms in the sea," he warns, "then we know that for them to come back, first of all they may come back in a different form, and it may take millions of years. This is beyond human scale."While mining companies frame their work as essential for the green energy transition, providing minerals for electric vehicle batteries and renewable infrastructure, Charter challenges this narrative. He points out that automotive technology is already evolving beyond these specific metals, and effective recycling programs could meet many of our needs without risking irreparable harm to ocean ecosystems. Meanwhile, the deep sea may harbor undiscovered solutions to humanity's greatest challenges, including potential cancer treatments and revolutioPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWhat do marine mammals tell us about the health of our oceans? The answer might surprise you—and it's more urgent than ever as climate change transforms our coastal environments.Adam Ratner, Director of Conservation Engagement at The Marine Mammal Center, takes us behind the scenes of the world's largest marine mammal hospital as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. From rescuing seven marine mammals in 1975 to today's operation saving up to 1,000 animals annually, the Center has become a global leader in understanding how these magnificent creatures serve as sentinels for ocean health.The conversation reveals concerning trends, including the discovery that 30% of rescued marine mammals experience human disturbance or harassment before rescue. Ratner explains the Center's recent response to 14 whale deaths in the San Francisco Bay Area in just weeks—many showing signs of malnutrition related to warming Arctic waters where gray whales feed. These deaths echo the 2019-2021 Unusual Mortality Event that saw gray whale populations drop by approximately 30%.Yet amid these challenges, there are remarkable success stories. The Center's work with endangered Hawaiian monk seals has helped increase their population from about 1,000 to over 1,600, with approximately 30% of all living Hawaiian monk seals owing their lives to conservation interventions. Ratner also describes surprising opportunities for urban wildlife viewing, like harbor porpoises visible from the Golden Gate Bridge and humpback whales feeding within view of city skylines.Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, concerned about climate change, or simply curious about the ocean, this episode offers practical guidance on responsible wildlife viewing and ways anyone can contribute to marPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan Mail"Serious issues with offshore oil drilling plan" News Update 12/7/2025 for our podcast episodes on Offshore Drilling with Richard Charter, Sr. Fellow with the Ocean Foundation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyGFHgbZVawThe battle for California's coast has erupted once more as offshore drilling returns to Santa Barbara and threatens to spread northward along the entire Pacific coastline. This alarming development follows Trump's late April executive order, which targets even our most protected ocean areas—National Marine Sanctuaries—for oil and gas exploration for the first time in history.Richard Charter, Senior Fellow at the Ocean Foundation and veteran defender of our coastal ecosystems, explains that this aggressive push by the administration targets specific areas off Bodega Head, Sea Ranch, Gualala, Point Arena, and Mendocino Village. Unlike previous attempts to drill offshore, this one specifically targets marine sanctuaries—areas that took decades of scientific research and public advocacy to establish as protected zones.The consequences of offshore drilling disasters are etched into California's history. From the infamous 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill to the 2015 Refugio disaster (where oil traveled 150 miles along the coast) and the 2021 Huntington Beach pipeline rupture, California has repeatedly suffered from industry negligence. These aren't just environmental catastrophes—they directly threaten coastal economies dependent on tourism, fishing, and recreation.What's particularly disturbing is how the administration is dismantling protections from within. Many NOAA scientists have resigned rather than approve drilling permits in sanctuary waters. Safety regulations designed to prevent another Deepwater Horizon disaster are being removed. Even President Biden's January withdrawal of the Pacific coast from oil development—a legally binding protection that courts have upheld—is being simply ignored.The public has until June 16th to comment on the proposed five-year offshore leasing program through SaveMyCoast.org. Charter reminds us that California's coast isn't just any coastline—it's a global model for marine protection, with carefully designed networks of protected areas studied by planners worldwide. The ecosystem here supports one of the planet's most productive upwelling systems, essential not just for marine life but for the oxygen we breathe.As Peter DSupport the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailSeacology is a charitable organization headquartered in Berkeley, CA that works to preserve island ecosystems and cultures around the world, as well as conducting annual educational ecotourism trips. Founded in 1991 with the work of ethnobotanist Paul Alan Cox,  the high risk of extinction for island fauna and the decline in coral reef ecosystems drives Seacology's focus on projects in which villagers agree to help protect living nature for a specified time in return for things like new buildings, electricity, clean water, or other services - and they work with local businesses to make that happen. To date, Seacology has completed:441 Projectsin 70 Countrieswith 1.5 million acres protectedPlus, they helped construct new facilities and provided programs including educational materials, vital medical services, and environmental training. In addition to helping local people on islands like those in Fiji, the Philippines, and Samoa, their projects have helped protect mangrove forests, sea turtles, and one of the rarest primates in the world. Seacology also awards an annual Prize to indigenous islanders for their efforts in conservation and cultural preservation. It has won the United Nations Climate Secretariat's Momentum for Change climate action award, was nominated for the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize, and was the top recipient last year of the $250K Lipman Family Prize for outstanding vision, inspiration and impact. During our conversation, he talks about the importance of local involvement in conservation efforts. He points out the importance of building trust with local communities, often through cultural exchanges and understanding. A key thread during our hour long conversation is the importance of valuing nature for itPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThis conversation is a lead up  to the annual Sea Turtle Week each June, which kicks off with World Ocean Day June 8th and ends on the 16, Sea Turtle Week. 7 sea turtle species are highlighted each day along with one of the threats they face. Join Brad Nahill’s See Turtle organization and more than 150 global partners in raising awareness for sea turtles and our ocean planet. SEE Turtles is the organizer of Sea Turtle Week starting on June 8th with World Ocean Day. These are days used to honor and highlight the importance of sea turtles. Not only are sea turtles beautiful animals, but they also show incredible perseverance and resiliency – after all, they have been nesting on beaches for millions of years. In this episode, we speak with the President of the organization SEE Turtles - and note that it is spelled SEE, not Sea. Brad has worked in sea turtle conservation, ecotourism, and environmental education for 20 years. For these efforts, he received the prestigious Changemakers Award from the World Travel and Tourism Council in 2019 on behalf of the organization SEE Turtles. Brad is the editor and lead writer of Sea Turtle Research and Conservation: Lessons From The Field published in (2020) and a co-author of the Worldwide Travel Guide to Sea Turtles published in 2014). He is a National Geographic Explorer, was awarded the President’s Award for his work as the chair of the Awards Committee of the International Sea Turtle Society, has authored several book chapters, blogs, and abstracts on turtle conservation and ecotourism, and has presented at major travel conferences and sea turtle symposia. Brad has a BS in Environmental Economics from Penn State University and has taught ecotourism at Mount Hood Community College in Oregon. He has been director oPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailToday’s episode is brought to you by Flukes International and is the 2nd half of an Earth Day 2025 conversation we had with Ralph Chami who is Co-Founder/CEO of Blue Green Future, a large team of innovators and thought leaders for natural capital finance and a nature-based economy. Ralph has over 32 years of experience as a financial economist, 25 of those years at the (IMF - the International Monetary Fund). That’s coming up next, right after we hear from Zack Klyver of Flukes International.Zack is also working with Blue Green Future and helped arrange this Earth Day 2025 conversation with Ralph Chami. And in this 2 part conversation, Ralph spoke with us about the importance of connecting people with nature and forging a new contract for sustainable prosperity and well-being. In part 1, he explained the disconnect between the nature system and the market system, emphasizing the need to make living nature visible and valuable to markets. Ralph argues that by demonstrating the financial value of nature living for itself, such as whales and elephants providing ecosystem services, we can engage the market system in protecting and restoring nature. He highlights the urgency of this mindset shift, given the limited time to address environmental challenges.We join now halfway through our conversation as he begins speaking about their work in the Amazon with Gaia Amazones founded by Dr. Martín von Hildebrand and run by his son, Francisco or Pacho. Plus, more on what Blue Green Future is doing for the restoration of bison (and why) with the indigenous people in Montana, USA.See more of what Blue Green Future is doing through YouTube videos posted by one of their co-founders, Dinah Nieberg https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dinah+NieburgPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWhat if we could see the invisible? The magnificent blue whale, stretching 110 feet long through ocean depths, remains completely invisible to our economic systems—until it's killed. In this profound Earth Day conversation with Ralph Chami, we discover how reconnecting our market systems with living nature might be our most powerful tool for planetary healing. Chami draws from his 32 years as a financial economist, including 25 at the International Monetary Fund, to explain the fundamental disconnect between our nature system and market system. While markets expertly value dead nature—oil, timber, harvested fish—they remain blind to living nature's immense worth. This blindness stems from catastrophic assumptions made during the Age of Reason: that nature is infinite, mechanical, and soulless.Through groundbreaking research on whales, forest elephants, and seagrass meadows, Chami demonstrates how living ecosystems provide astonishing financial value. When tiger sharks wearing cameras mapped the Bahamas seagrass—revealing meadows worth potentially $150 billion—it transformed how this small island nation viewed its natural assets. Rather than destroying nature for short-term gain, vulnerable communities worldwide are discovering sustainable prosperity through conservation.Climate change requires both reducing emissions ("shutting the valve") and removing existing atmospheric carbon ("draining the tub"). Nature restoration offers our most powerful carbon capture technology, creating economic opportunities that align financial and ecological interests. From Native American bison restoration to Polynesian whale protection initiatives, Chami shares inspiring projects creating virtuous cycles of environmental and community well-being.The visPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailOur guest today is from Nigeria, Africa - a dynamic scientist who is dedicating his life to helping communities in the Global South do something about the enormous amounts of waste, specifically plastic waste, that is being exported by higher income countries to lower income countries. The name of the non-profit organization is CAPws for Community Action Against Plastic Waste. His name is Hahmed Cee-amiyu, a Research Scientist advancing a toxic-free Plastic, Chemicals and Waste Policy| and Community-based Zero Waste Economy. He is passionate about driving impactful environmental policies and global cooperation on chemicals, waste, and pollution control. He currently serves as Executive Director at CAPws and as a Senior Policy Advisor on Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) to the Nigerian National Assembly House Committee on Environment.His work has shaped key national policies, including the Nigeria National Environmental (Plastic Waste) Regulation 2023, and he actively contributes to international efforts through roles in the (Bahzel) Basel Convention’s Expert Group on Plastic Waste and the PREVENT Waste Alliance Steering Committee (launched by Germany’s BMZ). Part of the honorable actions the BMZ does is that it supports developing countries efforts to reduce greenhouse gases and adapt to the consequences of climate change Hamed is also an accredited observer to major UN environmental processes, including the Global Plastic Treaty INC, Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm Conventions, Minamata Convention, SAICM The Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management , GFC the United Nations Global Framework on Chemicals , UNCCaD - the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, an international agreement focused on addressing land dePlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode we talk with Susanne Brander, an Ecotoxicologist who is 1 of 12 core steering committee members overseeing 300 international scientific experts within the International Scientists Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty who are assisting with Navigating the Complexities of Plastics. An Ecotoxicologist as Susanne mentions is a toxicologist who focuses on fish and wildlife and makes links between what's happening in the environment with what might affect human health.Brander is also an Associate Professor at OSU (Oregon State University) in the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Sciences, and part of the Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station and is based at the The Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport Oregon.The Scientists Coalition delivers science based information to the delegates within the United Nations who aren't scientists, but need to understand the science. These scientists distill what is in numerous peer reviewed papers some of which might need investigation for accuracy. The coalition is comprised of ecotoxicologists like Brander, along with Chemists, social scientists, experts in environmental law among other scientific backgrounds who working together to give their an informed opinion on what the best outcome for the treaty would be, and what science data should inform those decisions made during negotiating meetings.175 nations are currently represented in this Global Treaty on Plastics, but they won't all necessarily be part of the the treaty, as they won't all sign (for example, she says, "the US is notorious for participating but not actually signing anything." Brander said that it's the people on the policy and environmental law side of thPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThis episode includes a radio show we recorded a year ago, April 2024, when we talked about the March 28, 2024 Declaration for the Ocean signed by Indigenous leaders of New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Tahiti, Tonga, Hawaii, and Easter Island. This treaty declared whales to be legal persons with inherent rights, including the right to freedom of movement, a healthy environment, and the ability to thrive alongside humanity. Signed by chiefs from the island nations, as well as king of the Māori and president of the High Chiefs of the Cook Islands). The Māori King stated: “Ultimately, this is a declaration for future generations.This partnership will establish a marine recovery plan that will accelerate the recovery of populations of sacred species, from whales to sea lions, dolphins, and manta rays.”This declaration draws upon the traditions of the Māori worldview and emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living things. Recognizing the urgent threats whales face from unsustainable practices, pollution, and climate change, the declaration outlines a plan for their protection, including establishing marine protected areas and implementing customary restrictions guided by ancestral wisdom. Co-Hosts Scott & Tree Mercer have dedicated their lives to ocean awareness & observation, & have run a whale census program for the past 12 years. They report daily findings along the Northern CA coasts of Sonoma & Mendocino counties to places like Cal Academy of Science in San Francisco, the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, the Noyo Center for Marine Science in Fort Bragg, & the LA Chapter of the American Cetacean Society. Tree taught biology for 34 years on Long Island, NY. Scott began researching marine mammals in 1974. He's flown aerial surveys & studied humpback, finback, & North Atlantic right whales, along with co-founding the Briar Island Ocean Study Research Station on Briar Island, Nova Scotia. He led winter expeditions in the British Virgin Islands for humpback whales & coral reef studies, & co-wrote the Great Whale Book.Ralph Chami, Founder & Director of Blue-Green Future & Rebalance Earth, former Assoc. Dir. of the IMF is also showcased. He inspired us to create & launch this podcast last Sept, 4 years after he was a guest speaker on the Ocean Life Symposium we simulcast on public radio & YouTube. Chami is a financial economist who is helping to create markets around nature that protect nature in perpetuity.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Resilient Earth podcast, we talk with Dr. Judith Weis, a marine pollution expert and professor emerita at Rutgers University about the critical issues surrounding marine pollution, including the various sources of pollution, the importance of estuaries and marshlands, and the impact of climate change on ocean health. Dr. Weis also shares insights from her recently published second edition of 'Marine Pollution: What Everyone Needs to Know,' highlighting the growing concern over microplastics and the significant improvements in the New York / New Jersey Harbor area, which has been designated as a Hope Spot for marine conservation by Dr. Sylvia Earle's organization, Mission Blue. Book is published by Oxford University press.We delve into critical environmental issues, with a focus on coral bleaching, the impact of microplastics on photosynthesis, and the historical context of fish tumors. We also address the regulatory changes affecting water quality, the long-term effects of oil spills, and the implications of climate change on marine life, particularly sea turtles. We also discuss the importance of ocean acidification, conservation efforts, and the role of scientists in shaping environmental policy amidst concerns over budget cuts and regulations.takeawaysMarine pollution encompasses various types, including nutrient, metal, and oil pollution.Microplastics have become a significant focus in marine pollution research.Estuaries and marshes serve as vital ecosystems for marine life.The Clean Water Act has led to significant improvements in water quality.Coral reefs are crucial for food security in tropical regions.Climate change is causing coral bleaching and threatening marine Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailOur guest this week is Rachel Labbe-Bellas, founder of Montreal Canada-based O’Land Stations which hydrates the world's largest entertainment events & venues with profit-oriented cylindrical water stations that reduce single use plastic - one of the biggest issues now facing our planet. It’s quite the success story, from launching right at the beginning of the pandemic - when most all major events were cancelled, pivoting during that time, and now gaining their stride as they have hit the ground running with a solution for reducing single use plastics, specifically at large events, from sports to music to conferences and events of all types where clean, cold, and quick delivery of water for an attending public is needed, and where it is also an economical tool for the event host or the event organizers. They’re building an economy around an enormous plastics pollution problem. Rachel shares her journey from marine biology to entrepreneurship, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the success of her company in promoting sustainability at large events. The conversation highlights the importance of partnerships and data-driven solutions in creating a more sustainable future. We discuss role of host cities for major events like the FIFA World Cup, the innovative solutions for water dispensing, the impact of their efforts in reducing single-use plastics, logistics of delivering water stations, the dynamics of market demand, and the unique offerings of their business model. The conversation also touches on manufacturing challenges, expansion plans.Rachel has traveled the world and earned a biology degree from McGill University in Quebec, and a Master’s in ecology degree in Brazil. She’s a quadrilingual and has lived in Panama, Barbados, Italy, Philippines, and Brazil, studying tropical ecology. She worked 7 years at 5 Gyres institute as a science programs and development manager, and a corporate relations manager. She worked as a Development Coordinator for Dr. Sylvia Earle at Mission Blue, and was also a science research associate at Scripps Institute of Oceanography in La Jolla, CA. Dec 2015, she was part of 14 women from around the globe who set sail for 19 days to make the unseen seen, from the toxics in our bodies to the toxics in our seas. Their mission was to explore the issue of plastics, chemicals, endocrine disruptors and carcinogens in our personal and global environment. That was the eXXpedition project along the Amazon coastline to raise awaSupport the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailCarl talks about the pressing issue of ocean plastics and his organization's efforts to combat this global crisis. They discuss the origins of OpenOcean's Global, the facts and myths surrounding ocean plastics, and the innovative solutions being implemented worldwide. The conversation emphasizes the importance of collaboration, citizen science, and the need for systemic change to address plastic pollution effectively. They explore the challenges of recycling, the health risks associated with plastics, and innovative solutions for cleanup and prevention. takeawaysOpenOcean's Global aims to aggregate and visualize ocean data.Plastic pollution is a significant global challenge, with 75% found on shorelines.The majority of ocean plastic originates from a few countries with poor waste management.Citizen science plays a crucial role in gathering data on ocean plastics.Understanding the flow of plastic waste is essential for effective intervention.The UN Treaty on Plastics faces challenges from key countries.Our ocean plastic map allows citizen scientists to report pollution.Plastic pollution significantly impacts marine life and ecosystems.Plastic production is expected to triple by 2040, worsening the crisis.There are over 4,000 hazardous chemicals found in plastics.Plastic in homes contributes to increased fire risks during wildfires.Identifying the source of plastic pollution is crucial for solutions.Innovative toolkits can help communities track plastic sources.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWatch the video of his presentation here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nZ4NgdnmFf8This episode is about Dr. Josh McInnis who presented at our 6th Annual Ocean Life Symposium October 2024. Topic: Determining the Ecology and Community Structure of West Coast Transient Killer Whales in the Northeastern Pacific. Josh is from the windy seaside city of Victoria BC, Canada. His research focuses on the ecology and behaviour of marine mammals in British Columbia and Monterey Bay, California, with studies focusing on the foraging behaviour, diet, and ecology of transient (Bigg’s) killer whales and Risso’s Dolphins. They gather information with the help of NOAA, Oregon State University, Pacific Wildlife Foundation, ACCESS (which we interviewed before), and a bunch of whale watchers from Canada to Baja. See his publication: Foraging behaviour and ecology of transient killer whales within a deep submarine canyon system Josh D. McInnes ,Kevin M. Lester,Lawrence M. Dill,Chelsea R. Mathieson,Peggy J. West-Stap,Stephanie L. Marcos,Andrew W. Triteshttps://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0299291And this article published: March 20, 2024https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0299291Transient killer whales have been documented hunting marine mammals across a variety of habitats. However, relatively little has been reported about their predatory behaviours near deep submarine canyons and oceanic environments. We used a long-term database of sightings and encounters with these predators in and around the Monterey Submarine Canyon, California to describe foraging behaviour, diet, seasonal occurrence, and habitat use patterns. Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThis week, and in the following few weeks, you’ll be hearing speakers from the 6th Annual Ocean Life Symposium that was broadcast on public radio and shown Live on YouTube Oct. 18, 2024. Sea Storm Studios and Planet Centric Media teamed up with Mendonoma Whale and Seal Study to produce this annual event about the health and future of our oceans and the marine life that lives within them. Today’s speaker is Howie Garrett, President of the Orca Network based on Whidbey Island in Puget Sound Washington near the Seattle Bay Area. In this presentation, Howie raises the little discussed concept of 'Orca sociology'. He starts by sharing a report from the Center for Whale Research.Orca Network's Whale Sighting and Education Project encourages observation to increase awareness and knowledge about the Southern Resident Community of orcas (J, K and L pods), Bigg’s Transient orcas and other cetaceans, and foster a stewardship ethic to motivate a diverse audience to take action to protect and restore their critical habitat. Orca Network, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is Connecting People with Whales in the Pacific Northwest. They are committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment for their board, staff and volunteers. email Howard Garrett at [email protected]. His wife Susan Berta said, “We are all intricately connected, from tiny plankton to forage fish, salmon, orcas, tall firs and cedars, mountains, rivers and the ocean. It is time to reflect, to reconnect, and to respond as better caretakers of our planet.” Here is the longer YouTube video version https://youtu.be/uxofUKKh_oo?feature=sharedPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we speak with Casondra Sobieralski a lecturer at San Francisco State Universities’ Digital Media and Video Art Departments. She is also a visiting lecturer at Northeastern University (which is where Mills College was in Oakland). She has an MFA (A Masters of Fine Arts) in Conceptual & Information Arts, and a PhD Film & Digital Media. Her work examines the intersections of Media Studies, Archaeology, and media archaeology. She has done a video installation for adults about climate change and is now creating a multiplayer game so that youths from around the world could play in the same immersive space while also learning about environmental concerns and what they can do in the process. The video installation was called Atargatis’s Siren (we’ll talke more about Atargatis in this episode) In “Atargatis’s Siren,” the Eastern Mediterranean Sea itself serves as media, delivering information about climate change via warming regional water temperatures, the consequential inundation of invasive tropical species, and rising sea levels. Her current focus is in Immersive digital storytelling (video installation, 360 video, AR (augmented reality) & /MR (mixed reality), sound mapping, women's history and archaeology; historical soundscapes; and digital heritage. She has managed web re/design projects for several UC, Berkeley departments including The Bancroft Library, the Institute of Business and Economic Research, and the Office of Sustainability. Her roles included visual design, user experience design, graphic design, writing and editing content, video production, and photography. Find out more @ https://casondra.pelefire.com/ What creative, and innovative ways to address the critical issues facing our planet.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailDave Seter has been named Sonoma County Poet Laureate 2024-26. He is a civil engineer, essayist, and poet. He is the author of the full-length poetry collection Don’t Sing to Me of Electric Fences (Cherry Grove Collections, 2021) and the chapbooks Night Duty (Main Street Rag, 2010) and Somewhere West of the Mississippi (forthcoming from Mammoth Publications, 2025). Scott and Tree Mercer met Dave after we had a conversation with Bill Keener, former Executive Director of the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito (and current Cetacean Field Research Associate) who felt Dave Seter was someone we might want to speak with. This is a casual converstation with him, and we intersperse it with his poems and other information. Informed by his career in the field of environmental protection, Dave writes about social and environmental issues, including the intersection of the built world and natural world. He is also studying Lithuanian and has translated a number of poems by contemporary Lithuanian poets into English and published them in literary journals. His poems have won the KNOCK Ecolit Prize and received third place in the William Matthews competition. He is the recipient of two Pushcart nominations. His poetry book reviews have appeared in Cider Press Review, Poetry Flash, and Tupelo Quarterly. He has been an Affiliate Artist at the Headlands Center for the Arts, and has served on the Board of Directors of Marin Poetry Center. See more about Dave, his published and upcoming works, and his Graduate Thesis https://daveseter.com/.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWe talk with former UC Davis Design Professor, Ann Savageau, about her efforts to raise plastic pollution awareness with not only her design students, but with people worldwide through a special project called BAG - Bags Across the Globe. In the early 2000s, she created a design class at UC Davis called “Principles & Practices of Sustainability for Designers”. We also talk about the UN's international treaty on plastics, why it was not finalized, and what happens next. The UN international plastics treaty being negotiated aims to create a legally binding agreement to tackle global plastic pollution by addressing the entire life cycle of plastics, from production and design to waste management, to significantly reduce plastic waste and transition towards a circular economy through measures like phasing out unnecessary plastic products, improving recycling, and promoting sustainable alternatives. However, the 5th and final UN session to produce the first legally binding treaty ended in an impasse. Talks are to resume Summer 2025. We discuss California bag legislation that will go into effect January 1, 2026. See more info here. We bring up exciting new discoveries for alternatives to existing plastics, and we mention the OCTO Group (Open Communications for the Ocean) which helps connect ocean professionals to knowledge and networks. Over 100K ocean professionals in 120 countries use OCTO programs each year.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWe talk in early January 2025 with Captain Paul Watson in this 21st episode about his captivity in Greenland (we covered his July 21, 2024 arrest in episode #1 with the President of Sea Shepherd France Lamya Essemlali). We discuss what happened, why this all came down, how he got the notice December 17 that he'd be freed, and what he and the Sea Shepherd France and Brazil, along with the Captain Paul Watson Foundation will be doing next. He became a total rockstar during his 5 months of captivity. We touch on all the support he received during that time, from Presidents like French President Macron to actors like Martin Sheen and Pierce Brosnan, to environmentalists, like Dr. Jane Goodall and Dr. Sylvia Earle. Captain Paul talks about Japan, Denmark, the US, Canada, the Faroe Islands and more, particularly about the Interpol "red notice" which was used as a political tool against this well-known anti-whaling activist, a founder of Greenpeace, Sea Shepherd, and the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, and star of WHALE WARS, a reality TV series that aired on the Discovery Channel for many years. Japan did NOT like that media attention, and thus this story unfolded from our very first episode where we talked with Sea Shepherd France President Essemlali when she was en route from Paris to visit him in his Greenland jail cell last August. This is a story for the ages. Listen in as we uncover insights about this fascinating and inspirational human being - Captain Paul Watson. He now lives in Paris France with his wife and 2 young sons, one of whom is a chess champion...must be learning a few moves from his dad! Bravo, Captain Watson. Keep up the excellent work for our planet. As Pierce Brosnan posted on Instagram (in support of Captain Watson) "Legendary ocean activist Paul Watson haPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWe speak with DC’s Ocean Foundation Sr. Fellow Richard Charter about the scope, impact, and strength of President Biden’s recent ban. On 1/6/25 Biden took protected the entire U.S. East coast, eastern Gulf of Mexico, & the Pacific off the coasts of WA, OR, & CA, + additional portions of the Northern Bering Sea in Alaska from future oil & natural gas leasing. In protecting more than 625 million acres of the U.S. ocean from offshore drilling, Biden protected coastal communities, marine ecosystems, & local economies (like fishing, recreation, &tourism) from oil spills & other impacts of offshore drilling. Under Section 12(a) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, the (US) President may, from time to time, withdraw from disposition any of the unleased lands of the Outer Continental Shelf. Following this action, President Biden conserved more lands & waters than any other U.S. president in history. Republican President Nixon first used this same legal mechanism in CA to protect the waters off of Santa Barbara after the disastrous oil spill of 1969. That blow out released 4M gallons of crude oil along 100 miles of CA coastline. It killed 1000s of Seabirds, and countless more Marine mammals and fish and other ocean life. The '89 Exxon Valdez oil spill released 11M gallons of crude oil in Alaska’s Prince William Sound. To this date, it still has not fully recovered. In 2010, the Deepwater Horizon exploded in the Gulf of Mexico and spewed oil for 3 months. 134M gallons in all before the damaged well was capped. Decades of ocean research in our national MPAs shows why protecting our oceans is critical to our ability to live on this planet.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn July of 2024, Robin Greenfield - a man who follows an action-based philosophy of life, service and activism and seeks to be the change he wishes to see in the world through an intentional life design of simple and sustainable living - set out walking on a 1,600 mile journey along the Pacific Coast from the Canada/US border to Los Angeles. We caught up with him as He passed through the Gualala-Sea Ranch area in mid-November 2024, 1010 miles into his journey. This is Robin’s walk for, as he says, his own inner truth, his own integrity. This all came about when Producer/Host Leigh Anne Lindsey saw a post in one of the local Facebook groups about him, that he was in Gualala CA, and wondered “Who is this guy walking from Canada to LA, and why are so many people talking about him on these facebook posts?" She wrote a pos that she was trying to find him when Ruth Downes of the Sea Ranch reached out to her. Ruth and husband Jamie White (a former master rigger for LA and SF Maritime Insitutes) had tracked Robin down, offered for him to stay at their home, and through several texts and posts, arranged for him to come into the local public radio studios in Gualala to do a short interview. When he sits down with us that afternoon at 4:30pm, he’d been walking all day through Sea Ranch, Stewarts Point, and into Salt Point state park along Highway 1 where they picked him up and brought him back to Gualala. He writes, “This has been a walk for inner truth and integrity. An opportunity to slow down and simplify my life. To practice mindfulness, presence, gratitude, universal love and being in connection with all life.”Leigh Anne was curious as to what he expects to accomplish, why he wants to do this, and with all the people who are following his journey - whaSea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailDr Carly Kenkel, Biologist/University of Marine and Environmental Biology at the University of Southern California is partnering Dr Stacy-Ann Robinson, Assoc. Prof./Environmental Sciences, Emory University (Ph.D., Global Environmental Change, The Australian National University) to bring attention to the status of Caribbean and worldwide coral reefs, the loopholes in governance and management, and the response measures that need to be put in placeKenkel is an Associate Professor of Biological Sciences, Wilford and Daris Zinsmeyer Early Career Chair in Marine StudiesEmail [email protected]. Ecology, Evolution and Behavior, The University of Texas at Austin, 8/2014B.S. Marine Science, The State University of New York at Stony Brook, 5/2007NSF International Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Biology, The Australian Institute of Marine Science, 2015 – 2017Postdoctoral Research Scientist, The Australian Institute of Marine Science, 2014She writes: “I’ve always been fascinated by phenotypic variation, or differences in the observable characteristics of organisms. I study how ecology, or organism-environment interactions, induce or select for different phenotypes and how these ecological interactions influence and are influenced by the evolutionary trajectories of populations and species.I use a variety of tools to address these questions, ranging from field experiments to ecophysiology to genomic analyses. I also have a strong interest in “translational ecology”: turning scientific findings into tools for conservation. Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThis is a conversation with Danielle (Dani) Lipski, Research Coordinator, NOAA'sCordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary, and Jaime Jahncke, founder Point Blue Conservation Science, as they talk about their work off the Northern CA coast studying ocean data aboard NOAA ships. ACCESS (Applied CA Current EcoSystem Studies) is a project formed by Point Blue Conservation Science (of Petaluma, Sonoma County, CA), Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary, and Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary. ACCESS' core responsibility is conducting ocean research to inform resource managers, policy makers and conservation partners. ACCESS focuses on the oceanic habitats in Federal and State waters of northern and central California, encompassing Cordell Bank, Greater Farallones and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries. These MPAs support marine wildlife conservation and healthy marine ecosystems in north-central California. Dani and Jaime discussed the California Current ecosystem, highlighting its unique features such as the northwest winds that lead to upwelling, nutrient-rich waters, and the formation of feeding hotspots for seabirds and whales. They also clarified the locations of the Greater Farallons and Cordell Bank, both of which are part of the marine sanctuaries they manage. The conversation then shifted to the personal backgrounds of Dani and Jaime, with Dani sharing her experience working for the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary and the merger of the Greater Farallons and Cordell Bank staffs.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailJack Barkowski started working with Cascadia Research Collective in September 2021, helping collect data and run surveys to monitor baleen whale presence and behavior near the open and close of the Dungeness Crab Fishery in California. He is working on his MSc at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, where he studies patterns in song and non-song humpback whale vocalizations along the U.S. West Coast. His research interests are focused on using acoustics to understand the function of sound in the lives of different marine mammals, and how these functions might be impacted by anthropogenic activities. Currently, Jack works on the SanctSound Project as a bioacoustic analyst, and as a field technician on the ADRIFT project, both of which use acoustics to monitor marine mammal presence in different areas of the U.S. West Coast. Jack will use his skills on the water and as an analyst to support CRC research projects in CA, OR, and WA.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailEric and wife Elizabeth Adrienne Clune live in the Sea Ranch and are friends and neighbors of Resilient Earth host and producer, Leigh Anne Lindsey. It is Eric's music that is used for the theme music and transitions for this podcast.WAKE UP! THE MUSICAL - a production in the works by Eric and partner Bob Garrett - is a humorous, endearing, & inspiring environmental awareness story written for a younger audience. The neglect of our generation has put children today in this ecological emergency and is forcing them to correct our carelessness. This animated musical comedy presents Hope as a role model to inspire and empower young people to pursue a meaningful role in rescuing Mother Earth.Eric has composed the scores for 45 films and over 600 TV episodes including: Duck Dynasty, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Mike Hammer Private Eye, Elvira’s Haunted Hills, Sherlock Holmes, Dante’s Cove and Legend to name a few. Eric has worked extensively in theater composing 4 musicals and 3 ballets including Camelot, Noah’s Ark, and The Sea Princess. Eric’s scores have been recorded with orchestras in Russia, Berlin, Serbia, Prague, and the Czech Republic.During his career he has worked with talent like Jon Voight, Ridley Scott, David Fincher, Tom Cruise, Randy Jackson, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kirsten Dunst, Larry the Cable Guy, Shia LaBeouf, Marcus Nispel, RC Matheson, Sam Shepherd, Cassandra Peterson, (Elvira) Jon Anderson of Yes, Stacy Keach, and Robert Mitchum.Eric is an active surfer and skier and has chased waves all over the world including the Mentawai Islands, Fiji, Hawaii, Peru, France, Ireland, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Mexico, Ecuador and the Galapagos IslMendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIncreasingly we experience devestating events due to climate change, from wildfires to hurricanes & cyclone bombs, to extreme heat events and floods. The 10 hottest years on record ever, 2014-2024, seriously affected biodiversity in our oceans. CO2 levels indicated in ice core samples show the trapped CO2 levels throughout the millenia, and now we have a "hockey stick" of change. Why? What happened? And what can we do about it? Don Hess (Climate Action Group, Grass Roots Institute in Fort Bragg, Mendocino County, CA) shares several ways we can make a difference, from reducing carbon emissions in our choice of cars (how new EVs or hybrids can make a difference), to what we choose to eat (maybe try some plant-based options), to how we manage the energy in our homes (solar/battery options), especially what we do during peak energy-consumption hours.  What other small changes could we possibly make? GRI is a network of friends and neighbors studying, promoting, and working to carry out progressive solutions for the Common Good. The Institute grew out of the Mendocino Coast Chapter of the Alliance for Democracy, a 501(c)3 non-profit. Music by composer/pianist Eric Allaman https://ericallaman.com. Also by Eric "Wake Up! The Musical" WakeUpTheMusical.comPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailRecorded late Oct '24, this podcast is a deep dive into the history of whales, dolphins, and porpoises in the San Francisco Bay, and up the Pacific coast. Keener joined The Marine Mammal Center in the 70s as an animal care volunteer and later served as Exec. Dir. in the early 80s. In his current role as a Research Associate on the Center’s Cetacean Field Research Team, he focuses on the study of whales, dolphins and porpoises.A co-founder of the former nonprofit Golden Gate Cetacean Research, Bill’s career highlights include the first-ever humpback whale and bottlenose dolphin photo-id catalogs for the Bay, and a multi-year project to document the return of harbor porpoises to the Bay after an absence of 65 years. His latest scientific publications concern the porpoises’ social / feeding behavior based on observations made from the Golden Gate Bridge. Bill’s other research experience includes assisting with the first harbor porpoise census for the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary in the late 80s. He has worked as a whale watch naturalist for the Oceanic Society and recently retired from the U.S. EPA.My mission is not only to study our local whales, dolphins and porpoises, but to introduce people to this wildlife spectacle in their own ‘backyard’ of San Francisco Bay. Scientific data and public awareness are both critical to ensure that these unique species are given the protections they deserve.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan Mail“ECOLOGY, BEHAVIOR, AND HABITAT USE OF TRANSIENT KILLER WHALES IN THE CALIFORNIA CURRENT” We talk with Josh McInnes who is a marine biologist specializing in the ecology of marine mammals and has spent over a decade studying the ecology of killer whales. Hear what he has to say about their sociology and foraging habits. Josh’s work started in British Columbia, where he focused on the transient or Bigg’s killer whale hunting ecotype and collaborated with researchers studying killer whales in Australia, South Africa, Washington, Alaska, and California. Josh obtained a BSc in marine biology at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, and taught ocean sciences at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre in Bamfield BC. He is currently the research coordinator at Marine Life Studies in Monterey Bay, California where he focuses on studying toothed cetaceans.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we talk about the loss of bull kelp along the Northern California coast and the efforts underway to restore the ecosystem,and about the first annual Kelp Festival May-June 2024 with the Mendocino Film Festival, Above/Below, and the many organizations, chefs, and people who came together to raise awareness about this critical issue and the positive things people are doing about it. Sheila has led the development of the Noyo Center from its inception in 2015. She has worked in coastal and marine conservation for more than twenty-five years, most recently with the California State Coastal Conservancy where she served as senior staff to the California Ocean Protection Council. Sheila’s experience developing highly collaborative programs like the California Seafloor and Shoreline Mapping Program or the Coastal Ocean Currents Monitoring Program has enabled her to work with all of California’s marine labs, with local, state and federal agencies, and with academic and industry leaders conducting leading-edge marine research. The Noyo Center has a 3-pronged approach to development,  supporting an innovative research program, creating an integrated  education program and building a world-class facility for research,  education and tourism. Our research and education programs support  activities that engage the community, the visitor, and the scientist in  order to inspire connection, communication, collaboration and  creativity.  Our future Ocean Science Center facility will be a dynamic  environment that showcases sustainability through its landscape,  buildings and operations.The Noyo Center strives to:Place the Mendocino Coast at the forefront of marine research and educatPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailPlastic Pollution in our oceans, and on our planet - what is being done about it? Hear from Dr. Marcus Eriksen, a local Sea Rancher, marine scientist, veteran, and author who co-founded (with life partner Anna Cummings) 5 Gyres Institute which is studying  the impact of plastics on the world's oceans, & Leap Lab, a center for art, science and self-reliance. Marcus lectures on marine conservation, breaking down the complexity of objectives and identifying common ground and actionable solutions. He's led more than 20 expeditions through the 5 Gyres Institute exploring and researching the world's oceans. And as co-founder of Leap Lab, he also lectures on biophilia, and the role of art, science and self-reliance to achieve urban resilience. Dr. Eriksen attended the 4th UN Treaty session in Canada and will be attending the 5th and final negotiation session for the UN treaty on plastic pollution in South Korea from Nov 25-Dec 1, 2024.  This is an extremely important treaty. He says, "If we get it right, we set wheels in motion to decrease the harm from plastics. If not, then industry gets permission to pollute for decades to come."See the video version on KGUA's YouTube channel https://youtube.com/live/PSuYDHMqtxYFor more information on 5 Gyres Institute & Leap Lab, see https://www.5gyres.org/Thanks for supporting our ongoing efforts to bring you quality shows about the environment.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailSuperintendent Maria Brown has been with NOAA for more than two decades and shares her background and responsibilities with the Cordell Bank and the Greater Farallones, and how our waters are protected along the Northern California coast, from San Mateo County past the Golden Gate Bridge in the San Francisco Bay Area, all the way North to Manchester Beach in Mendocino County. She talks about deep sea corals and sea anemomes off our shores, sea urchins, kelp loss, crabbing, and why this wildlife refuge is so important, especially when there are issues related to interests in deep sea mining and offshore windmills.Maria is a San Francisco Bay Area native who grew up exploring the coast. As superintendent, she oversees management of the sanctuaries with a focus on climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies in marine protected areas. She guides local restoration efforts of critical estuarine habitats, seabird colonies, coastal shorelines, and kelp forests. Maria is involved in response to oil spills and vessel groundings; engaging community scientists as well as local, state, and federal agency partners; and is collaborating with Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary to reduce ship strikes to endangered and threatened whales.Note:  Please forgive the quality of the audio which is slightly diminished as we had to get this interview at the last moment with cell phones and laptops due to interference with using Zoom for this recorded show.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThe CA Coastal Commission is charged with protection and regulation of the state’s 1,100-mile coastline, and Eben has served for 24 years as the technical expert for the agency, advising state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and members of industry on actions and programs that can reduce the causes of marine debris, especially plastic. He works with hundreds of non-profit organizations, local government agencies, and corporate sponsors to coordinate beach and inland shoreline cleanups as well as develop long-term policies that will reduce the need for cleanups in the future by stopping pollution at its source.  Mr. Schwartz has a long and broad history of work on plastic pollution and marine debris, topics on which he has become one of the state’s leading authorities. As the leader of California Coastal Cleanup Day, California’s largest volunteer event, as well as the year-round Adopt-A-Beach Program, Eben has helped motivate tens of thousands of citizens to become active in the fight against plastic pollution.  Mr. Schwartz served as advisor and author for the California Ocean Protection Council’s Resolution on Marine Debris.  He also serves as the primary media liaison for the program, responsible for over 400 news, radio, and television placements each year, as well as assisting in raining over $150,000 annually from corporate partners for the program’s budget.  Contact:California Coastal CommissionPublic Education Department455 Market Street, Suite 300San Francisco, CA [email protected](415) 904-5200Public Education Staff:Christiane Parry, Public Education Manager, (415) 904-5208Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThe mission of the Mendocino Coast Audubon Society is to help people appreciate and enjoy native birds, and to conserve and restore local ecosystems for the benefit of native birds and other wildlife. President Tim Brey talks about the work they do, and the programs they offer for observing birds and other wildlife here on our coast, and the oftentimes negative impact humans can have on them and what we can do about that.Tim lives in Albion, Mendocino County California where he is an avid birder and leads field trips on land and at sea. He co-hosts two radio programs on NPR radio station KZYX in Mendocino County (The Ecology Hour with Bob Spies, and co-hosts a Celtic music show called Oak & Thorn with Colleen Bassett.) His other interests include brewing, gardening, cooking, woodworking, and history.Field Trips: Field trips are usually scheduled on the second  Saturday of the month, September through June, to local birding hot spots.  MCAS-led bird walks at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens are scheduled year-round on the 1st Saturday and the  3rd Wednesday of each month. While these walks are free, the Gardens will charge a guest fee for those not yet Gardens members.Mendocino Coast Audubon Society supports funding for annual science scholarships at Mendocino College. Recipients are selected by science faculty staff based on academic achievement and financial need, and have participated in laboratory research at the college Field Station near Point Arena:https://www.mendocino.edu/about/mlccd/our-campus/mendocino-college-coastal-field-stationFort Bragg Christmas BPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailHowie talks with Resilient Earth Radio about how they got started, what their scope is, and to keep an eye out for a new documentary about the Snake River in which he participates. He will be presenting on the next annual Ocean Life Symposium Friday October 18 (airs live 9am-2pm Pacific on both public radio and YouTube) which is produced by the producers and hosts of Resilient Earth Radio.Why are sightings important? The Southern Resident orcas' steep population decline reflects declining salmon runs, toxic contamination, and habitat loss throughout their critical habitat. Contributing whale sightings builds a community that cares about these precious whales, and informs and motivates involvement to restore salmon runs and protect whales and their essential habitats. Reports also document travel patterns and trends in habitat use. Check out the Orca Network Learning Center for more information!https://orcanetwork.org/learning-centerSeptember 22, 2024Orca Network, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is recruiting board members for a three-year term starting January 1, 2025. Our mission is Connecting People with Whales in the Pacific Northwest. We are looking for people with a passion and skills in marine conservation, salmon restoration, community engagement, financial experience and expertise, and fundraising. We are committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment for our board, staff and volunteers. If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to learn more, please email Howard Garrett at [email protected] "HOWIE" GARRETTHoward grew up in Northern California, studied Sociology at the University of New Mexico and UC Berkeley before graduating from Colorado College. In 1995, he helped launch a campaign to return the captive Southern Resident orca Tokitae to her native habitat in the Salish Sea. His primary focus is the sophisticated culturaPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailAeon Bashir talks with Resilient Earth about how they are helping our planet from inland Minnesota, USA. Recorded live on KGUA public radio July 19, 2024.Aeon for Ocean was founded by Aeon, a 7-year-old, to empower his peers to protect the ocean and this beautiful planet. Aeon has been passionate about marine life since he was 2 years old. He is an avid advocate for the ocean and its creatures. His love of the world’s oceans and his drive for conservation has inspired his parents and classmates alike.Living in the Midwest, far from the coast, made Aeon especially curious about how people inland are connected to marine ecosystems. Our oceans are the life support of planet Earth, an interconnected system of all the Earth's waters. We are also part of this system with every breath we take and through the water we drink. At Aeon for Ocean, our mission is to educate kids on marine life while focusing on ocean conservation in schools & communities. Ocean conservation isn't just for large organizations and governments - all of us can make a difference! To protect & help regenerate oceans, we need to shift our thinking and lifestyle. Educating children about conservation inspires them to take charge in protecting the planet and becoming responsible global citizens while also spreading knowledge to both their peers and adults, just like Aeon does for his friends and family.As Aeon says, "no matter where we live or eat seafood, we all are in trouble when the ocean is in trouble!"Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode and radio show, we talk with Ted Cheeseman, founder of Happywhale, an organization that engages citizen scientists to help identify individual marine mammals, for fun and for science. Their mission is to increase global understanding and caring for marine environments and to make it easy and rewarding for the public to participate in marine science through innovative and engaging collaborative tools which also serves the research community. Their creation story: From Happywhale.com: Why whales, and what about other marine creatures too? Whales are magnificent and mysterious creatures, they inspire awe and admiration in almost everyone so fortunate as to observe them. We are motivated by a desire to learn more about whales, other marine mammals, and the ocean environment that they – and we – depend on. Resilient Earth Radio is produced by non-profit Planet Centric Media, Sea Storm Studios, Inc., and Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study. Most shows are recorded live or edited for live radio first at KGUA public radio in Gualala, CA (Mendocino and Sonoma Counties), and then produced into podcast format. The music was donated to this environmental production by international composer Eric Allaman of The Sea Ranch in Sonoma County California. Eric has his own environmental production in the works called Wake Up! The Musical. Wake Up! The Musical: https://www.wakeupthemusical.com/team/Happywhale: www.Happywhale.comMendonoma Whale & Seal Study https://mendonomawhales.com/about-us/Sea Storm Studios https://SeaStormStudios.comKGUA public radio https://KGUA.orgPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we talk with Michael Stocker about the impact sounds in our oceans have on all marine life (including low to mid-frequency sonar, shipping traffic, and blasting). Michael is founding director of Ocean Conservation Research (Sound Science Serving the Sea), where he uses his fluency in bio-acoustics to explore the impacts of noise on ocean animals to inform ocean policy and practice toward decreasing human bio-acoustic impacts on marine habitats.Ocean Conservation Research is focused on understanding the energy and noise impacts of the industrialization of the ocean, and its consequences on marine life. They engage in marine biological and technological research based on conservation priorities. They use the products of this research to inform the policies and practice of the public, industry, and lawmakers so that we may all become stewards of the sea.Michael is an acoustician and naturalist by trade and a musician by avocation, he has written and spoken about marine bio-acoustics and the impacts ocean noise pollution on marine life since 1992, presenting in national and regional hearings, National/Int’l TV, radio and news publications, as well as museums, schools, and universities. His understanding of both physics and biology has proven invaluable in court testimony and legal briefs, defending the environment against the dangers of human generated noise in the sea.Michael has been a panelist and presenter at various professional, trade, and technical conferences, presenting on bio-acoustics and technology. He has advised and designed environments and technical online systems for a diverse array of clients including the U.S. National Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C., George Lucas’ “Skywalker Ranch,” and various premier HollPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailThis gives you a short overview of episode 3! https://inlandoceancoalition.org/rising_tide_podcast/Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, meet American award-winning journalist David Helvarg & Natasha Benjamin of the Ocean conservation and policy group, Blue Frontier in the San Francisco Bay Area and hosts of Rising Tide, The Ocean Podcast. David is an Award-winning American journalist, author, and an environmental activist. Natasha is a Peabody-award winning filmmaker whose documentary Sequoias of the Sea is being created Ana Blanco, the Executive Director of the International Ocean Film Festival. That’s up next, right here on Resilient Earth where we talk about critical issues and positive actions. Radio show and podcast Produced by Planet Centric Media (a 501 c) 3) non-profit) and Sea Storm Studios, Inc. at KGUA public radio studios on the South Mendocino Coast in Northern CA.Music is Castle by The Sea from the ballet The Sea Princess created by Eric Allaman, an international composer and pianist living in the Sea Ranch, on the North Sonoma Coast in CA.Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 2, we talk with Richard Charter about the Ocean Foundation documentary DEFEND THE DEEP about the pending perils of deep sea mining.Deep seabed mining (DSM) is a potential commercial industry attempting to mine mineral deposits from the seafloor, in the hopes of extracting commercially valuable minerals such as manganese, copper, cobalt, and nickel. However, this mining is posed to destroy a thriving and interconnected ecosystem that hosts a staggering array of biodiversity: the deep ocean. Questions also remain if the global economy needs these minerals at all: increasing innovation in battery technology and investment in the circular economy are suggesting alternatives to new mineral extraction.This film was developed by Richard Charter a Senior Fellow at The Ocean Foundation, and produced by ‪@Ecodeo‬. As the only community foundation for the ocean, The Ocean Foundation’s mission is to improve global ocean health, climate resilience, and the blue economy. We create partnerships to connect all peoples in the communities in which we work to the informational, technical, and financial resources they need to achieve their ocean stewardship goals.For more information, check out The Ocean Foundation's Deep Seabed Mining resource page (https://oceanfdn.org/deep-seabed-mining/) in their  Knowledge Hub.Richard is a Senior Fellow with The Ocean Foundation and also serves, separately, as the Director of FPlanet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the first episode of RER. This is an interview we did on July 26th with the President of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society in France, Lamya Essemlali about the July 21st arrest in Nuuk Greenland of Captain Paul Watson, Founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, co-founder of Greenpeace, and star of Whale Wars (who recently has been living in France and this occurred during the Paris Olympics.) There are just a few more days until the 9/5 decision by Denmark to potentially extradite Captain Paul Watson to Japan” where he could face a life sentence.On August 15, a Greenland court ruled that this 73-year-old Canadian American citizen “must continue to be detained until September 5th, in order to ensure his presence in connection with a decision on the issue of extradition to Japan. Captain Watson has appealed the court's decision. Just prior to that court decision, we spoke with Lamya Essemlali. At that time, she was in Greenland visiting Captain Watson in jail. Our conversation with her is enlightening as to his condition and the circumstances surrounding this issue.We include a statement issued by Jane Goodall Institute & Dr. Jane Goodall, a conservationist, humanitarian, & crusader for the ethical treatment of animals.This legendary ocean activist and crew were refueling in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, a Danish territory on their way to "intercept" a new Japanese whaling factory vessel in the North Pacific when he was arrested. Japan accused Watson of causing damage to one of its whaling ships in the Antarctic two years earlier and causing injury.News 8/15/24 - FRENCH 24 (Broadcasts to 522 million households worldwide.)"Japan has accused Watson of injuring a Japanese crew member with a Planet Centric Media (non-profit)Media for a Healthier Planet: Elevating The Interconnectedness of Life & Value of Natural Resources.Mendonoma Whale & Seal StudyFounded by Scott & Tree Mercer to document the occurrence, diversity, & behavior of marine mammals.Sea Storm Studios, Inc.An audio/visual production company in the Sea Ranch, CA (US)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you for listening, subscribing, & supporting Resilient Earth Radio!Leigh Anne Lindsey, Producer Sea Storm Studios, The Sea Ranch, North Sonoma Coast Scott & Tree Mercer, Co-hosts/Producers, Mendonoma Whale & Seal Study, Mendocino and Sonoma Coasts. Planet Centric Media is Media for a Healthier Planet. Resilient Earth is a project of this 501 (c) (3) non-profit that is developing & producing media to elevate awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things.Follow us!  Facebook Instagram ThreadsSoundcloudYouTubeWe still have time to make a positive impact on the future of life on this planet.