Tag: marine ecology

#112: Incredible Deep Sea and Tropical Marine Habitats – Dr. Judith Gobin

March 25, 2025

The ocean is a treasure trove of biodiversity, yet it’s often overlooked. Dr. Judith Gobin exposes the rich marine ecosystems of Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting the critical need for conservation amidst exploitation. With treaties emerging to regulate deep-sea mining, the stakes are high. Will humanity prioritize preservation? … More #112: Incredible Deep Sea and Tropical Marine Habitats – Dr. Judith Gobin

#98: Ocean’s Green Giants: The Vital Role of Kelp with Tristin Anoush McHugh

June 10, 2024

The ocean is a mysterious realm, home to vital kelp forests that are now in peril. Tristin Anoush McHugh, Kelp Project Director at The Nature Conservancy, sheds light on the threats facing these underwater ecosystems, from sea star diseases to warming oceans. Discover what we can do in this fascinating episode. … More #98: Ocean’s Green Giants: The Vital Role of Kelp with Tristin Anoush McHugh

#78: Pirates, Trophy Fish, and Shifting Baselines: Unveiling Ecological Mysteries With Dr. Loren McClenachan

August 28, 2023

Ever wondered how scientists unravel the ecological mysteries of bygone eras, long before systematic record-keeping? Believe it or not, one part of the answer is in pirate journals.

Tune in to hear how understanding past ecosystems has helped us understand the important concept of Shifting Baseline Syndrome – and how pirates played a role in this story. … More #78: Pirates, Trophy Fish, and Shifting Baselines: Unveiling Ecological Mysteries With Dr. Loren McClenachan

#51: Dr. Karlisa Callwood – The Combined Ecology of Parrotfish, Spiny Lobsters, and People in Coral Reef Systems

August 1, 2022

Summary My guest today is Dr. Karlisa Callwood. Dr. Callwood is the director of the community conservation education and action program for the Perry Institute for Marine Science, and an expert on the coral reef fisheries of the Bahamas, and has a PhD in Ecosystem Science and Policy from the University of Miami in Florida. … More #51: Dr. Karlisa Callwood – The Combined Ecology of Parrotfish, Spiny Lobsters, and People in Coral Reef Systems