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5on5in55on5in5 - December 13, 2023Your 5on5in5!1) Incident in Bond Hill2) 3 high profile cases in court: - Clermont County: Man accused of sex crimes against children - Butler County: Grandmother accused of shooting 5-month-old granddaughter - Warren County: Man charged in wrong way crash, killing police dog3) Man walks from South Carolina to Ohio in honor of suicide victims4) Jonathan India will get reps in outfield during spring training5) Meteorologist Allison Rogers welcomes baby boy!
2023-12-1308 min
Boutique ChatEpisode #213: Creating Engaging Live Sales & Building a Memorable Brand with Allison Albritton of InStyle Auctions & BoutiqueAllison Albritton, the Founder of InStyle Auctions & Boutique, tells us how she created a known brand with a staple look that was memorable since 2012. Building into multiple sales channels and an app, Allison goes into detail on why she loves live sales using Comment Sold & giving her customers choices. Any boutique owner will love all the useful info Allison gives us on owning a growing business and being a busy mom!
2019-05-2138 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Denise Herzing: Wild Dolphin Project FounderDenise is the Founder and Research Director of The Wild Dolphin Project, a non-profit research initiative studying the behavior, social structure, and communication of Atlantic spotted dolphins in the wild for more than three decades.
Learn more about the longest running underwater dolphin research project in the world, their hands-off approach to learning about these marine mammals, and their cutting edge attempts at two-way communication. In this episode we also discuss ways to get involved with Wild Dolphin Project through membership, Bahamas field-work participation, internships, and events.
Follow Wild Dolphin Project on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wild.Dolphin.Project
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2018-12-2000 min
Ocean Allison PodcastPaul de Gelder: Shark Bite Survivor Now Advocating for SharksPaul is a shark bite survivor now passionately advocating for the conservation of sharks worldwide through public speaking, writing, and TV presenting on programs like Discovery Channel's Shark Week.
In this episode we discuss how even after losing two limbs to a bull shark in 2009 as a Navy Clearance Diver, Paul has come to realize that sharks are truly incredible animals that need respect and protection. Paul also shares why he chooses to eat a plant-based diet and how his profound relationship with the ocean inspires him to care for all life above and below the water.
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2018-11-1300 min
Ocean Allison PodcastAndo Shah: Aquatic Virtual Reality Co-FounderAndo is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Ballast Technologies, the world's first aquatic virtual reality company. Inspired by his love for the ocean and his desire to increase empathy, Ando is applying his skills in developing technologies to help connect humans with the ocean in a fully immersive experience.
In this episode we discuss Ando's childhood in India that included an extreme fear of water, a profound experience diving with whales in Mozambique, his views on the true value of virtual reality, and so much more.
Visit Ballast's website: www.ballastvr.com
Follow Ando on Instagram: www.instagram...
2018-10-2600 min
Ocean Allison PodcastJack Fishman: Project AWARE's Community Conservation OfficerJack is the Community Conservation Officer at Project AWARE (sister non-profit to PADI, the world's leading scuba training organization). Through his incredible passion for the underwater world, his knowledge of ecotourism, and his skills in scuba diving, Jack is inspiring ocean lovers around the world to become involved in ocean conservation efforts.
Whether you're a diver, a snorkeler, or simply a beach-goer, this episode will provide you with lots of ways to get more involved in ocean conservation initiatives like Dive Against Debris surveys, REEF fish ID surveys, and AWARE Week events.
Follow Jack on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jackfish44
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2018-09-1200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastLauren Blickley: Ocean Plastics Scientist and Policy ActivistLauren is a Marine Scientist based on Maui, creating waves of change when it comes to single-use plastic pollution. She is at the forefront of ocean plastics research on Maui, and also plays a vital role in advocating for regulations on plastic materials like polystyrene (styrofoam). She is an all around ocean-lover creating positive change for the ocean through science, policy, and education!
Follow Lauren on Instagram: www.instagram.com/oneswelllife
Visit her website: www.swellinitiative.org
2018-08-0700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Andrea Marshall: The Queen of MantasAndrea is the co-founder of Marine Megafauna Foundation, studying manta ray populations worldwide in order to protect and conserve these ocean giants.
Andrea was the first person to ever study manta rays for her PhD, discovered an entirely new species of manta, created a manta ray photo database encouraging citizen science, and has been highly influential in getting the need for manta conservation recognized globally. She is truly the Queen of Mantas!
Follow Andrea on Instagram: www.instagram.com/queenofmantas/?hl=en
Visit Marine Megafauna Foundation's website: www.marinemegafaunafoundation.org
Visit Ray of Hope Expedition's website: www.queenofmantas.com/ray-of-hope-expeditions
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2018-07-1100 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMartina De Marcos: Plastic Pollution Educator on TourMartina is a marine scientist currently traveling from Tijuana to Patagonia on an 8 month tour educating as many people as possible on the issues and solutions to plastic pollution. At the same time she is earning her masters degree in environmental management with a focus on waste management strategies in remote coastal areas.
In this episode we talk about her childhood in Argentina, her experience working in Panama with the United Nations Environment Program to ban single-use plastic bags, and her optimistic outlook on the future of how we interact with plastics.
Follow Martina on Facebook: www.facebook.com/nimisvara
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2018-06-0700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastFrancesca Page: Conservation ArtistFrancesca is a London-based artist using her incredible paintings to communicate science and conservation topics to the world, most recently highlighting the beauty and importance of sharks in response to the global decline of shark populations.
In this episode we discuss how her experiences as a scuba diver and her connection to the natural word have inspired her art to focus on painting ocean animals to start important conversations and how along the way she's even been inspired to make lifestyle changes including eating a vegan diet.
Visit her website: www.francescapageart.com
Visit her Etsy shop: www.etsy.com...
2018-05-0200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastAlex Martinez: Ocean Allison Podcast ListenerAlex, just like all of you, is an Ocean Allison Podcast listener, now on his way to becoming a Marine Biologist. After listening to almost every episode while on deployments with the Navy, Alex was inspired to make a career change and pursue his interest in ocean science and conservation.
After listening to Alex's inspiring story, you can follow him on Instagam to learn more: www.instagram.com/alex_oceans. Big thank you to all you ocean-loving listeners out there, your stories inspire me greatly!
2018-04-0400 min
Ocean Allison PodcastChristine Spiten: Blueye Robotics Co-FounderChristine is the co-founder of Blueye Robotics, a Norway-based technology start-up developing underwater drones that can allow you to explore nearly 500 feet beneath the ocean's surface and live stream to any device all at the same time!
In this episode, Christine and I chat about her experiences that led her to Blueye, the fundamental ethos of exploration Blueye Robotics has, and the importance of connecting people with our blue planet.
Visit the Blueye website: https://www.blueyerobotics.com/
Watch the Blueye YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWwdmVZ7uvHdf69nnWCCIKA
Follow Blueye on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blueyerobotics/
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2018-03-0700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastAnastasia Mikhalochkina: Lean Orb FounderAnastasia is the founder of the Miami-based startup Lean Orb, using agricultural byproducts to create plant-based food service products and packaging that can actually be easily composted as opposed to tricky alternatives like bioplastics.
Inspired by her connection to and appreciation of nature, her interest in the circular economy, and her desire to make a positive impact as an entrepreneur, she is making products to replace the single-use plastic and styrofoam items we wastefully and dangerously use, that often end up in the ocean.
Visit Lean Orb's website: http://leanorb.com
Follow Lean Orb on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...
2018-02-0700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastChelsea Bennice: Octopus ScientistChelsea is a Marine Biologist studying the behavioral ecology of two different octopus species in South Florida that inhabit the same area. In order to see how these unique cephalopods coexist, she's spending a lot of time underwater with them!
In this episode Chelsea and I discuss her journey from growing up in Ohio to being an ocean scientist in Florida, what drew her to study these amazing masters of camouflage, and what surprising behaviors she's observed during her PhD research at Florida Atlantic University.
Follow Chelsea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theoctogirl
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2018-01-0200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastBoyan Slat: The Ocean Cleanup FounderBoyan is the Founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup, using advanced technologies and the ocean's currents to rid the oceans of plastic. Five years since his TEDx talk went viral, Boyan and his team are now preparing to launch their first full floating system in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in Spring of 2018.
Hear this young entrepreneur's thoughts on research, fundraising, criticisms, global plastic pollution solutions, and his ultimate goals for The Ocean Cleanup.
Visit The Ocean Cleanup website: https://www.theoceancleanup.com/
Follow The Ocean Cleanup on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theoceancleanup
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2017-12-0500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastAllison Lee: Phytoplankton PhD StudentAllison is a biological oceanography PhD student at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, working to bring phytoplankton research to the world of citizen science in the Arctic and the Antarctic.
In this episode we discuss her experience working in a lab setting, her inspiring blog 'Woman Scientist', her passion for phytoplankton research, and more.
Visit her website: http://www.womanscientist.com/
Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womanscientist/
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womanscientist/
Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Woman_Scientist
2017-11-0800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastJim Ritterhoff: Force Blue Executive DirectorJim is the Executive Director of Force Blue, a non-profit organization uniting special operations veterans with the world of ocean conservation through mission therapy.
Learn more about how Jim and his co-founders are putting the skills of these combat veterans to use, not only helping rebuild coral reefs, but rebuilding the confidence of our veterans. In a world where every topic seems bi-partisan, Force Blue is bringing communities on opposite sides of the spectrum together in extremely powerful and positive ways... all for the good of the planet.
Follow Force Blue on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FORCEBLUETEAM/
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2017-09-0600 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMichael Doshi: The Gnarly Beach CleanerDoshi is THE Gnarly Beach Cleaner, using Instagram and public engagement to spread awareness about ocean plastic pollution in super funny and positive ways.
In this episode we talk about the origins of GnarlyBeachCleaner, the ridiculously hilarious videos he makes, Dr. Dude and Gnar Gnar, the # makeitfunmovement, the South Pacific plastic gyre, and Doshi's role in educating the public about this issue he's so passionate about. Prepare to laugh and be inspired!
Follow him on Instagram: www.instagram.com/gnarlybeachcleaner/
Check out his Vimeo: vimeo.com/gnarlybeachcleaner
Watch his funny video compilation: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecft6c8OH88
2017-08-0100 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Iliana Baums: Coral scientist studying the shallows and the deep seaIliana is an associate professor at Pennsylvania State University studying the evolution and ecology of corals - both in the shallow waters as well as in the deep sea.
In this episode we discuss our recent ECOGIG expedition studying the continued impacts of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill on deep sea corals and their surrounding ecosystems, what motivates Iliana to study corals, and the importance and excitement of exploring the deep sea.
Learn more at: https://ecogig.org/
Visit Iliana's lab website: http://baumslab.org/
Follow her lab on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBaumsLab
2017-07-0400 min
Ocean Allison PodcastOcean Allison: 50th Podcast Episode!In celebrating my 50th Ocean Allison Podcast episode I decided to give listeners a bit more info about my background, my story, why I started the podcast, why I continue to produce the podcast, and also answer the most common question I receive from listeners: how can I get involved in ocean conservation?
A big thank you to all my listeners, all of my inspiring guests, and everyone that's contributed to my funding platform at patreon.com/oceanallison to help keep the podcast episodes coming. Onward and upward for Ocean Allison Podcast!
Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ocean...
2017-06-0700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastBeth Brady: Marine Biologist Studying Manatee AcousticsBeth is a Marine Biologist in South Florida conducting cutting edge research on manatee acoustics. She's working to understand what exactly are manatees saying?
In this episode, we discuss how Beth records the noises these manatees make, why this research is so important, and the current state of manatee populations in Florida. Plus you'll get to hear two great audio clips of manatee sounds from below the surface!
Watch "Sounds of the Manatee": www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6tBpIs1CVs
Photo credit: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
2017-05-0300 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDakota and Cambria: Youth Leaders of "Heirs to Our Oceans"Dakota Peebler (11) and Cambria Bartlett (12) are founding members of Heirs to Our Oceans, a youth-led ocean conservation organization. These water loving kids are making a film and creating a movement in order to inspire people around the world to take better care of the ocean they are inheriting.
In this episode we discuss the importance of humor in conservation, optimism in the face of a struggling ocean, and what motivates these Heirs to care.
Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heirstoouroceans/
Follow Heirs to Our Oceans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heirstoouroceans/
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2017-04-0500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastShannon Switzer Swanson: Ocean Photojournalist & Nat Geo AdventurerShannon is an ocean scientist, photojournalist, and conservationist working to share her stories with the world - on topics ranging from storm water pollution to the global aquarium fish trade. She was recently honored as one of National Geographic's 2017 Adventurers of the Year.
In this episode we discuss the importance of curiosity, Shannon's interest in photography and writing, and how her definition of adventure has no boundaries.
Follow Shannon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/S3Oceans
Follow Shannon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/S3Oceans/
Follow Shannon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonswitzerswanson/
2017-03-0800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastJim Toomey: Cartoonist behind Sherman's LagoonJim is the cartoonist behind the world-renowned comic strip Sherman's Lagoon. Combining his love for humor, art, and the ocean, Jim conveys ocean education and conservation topics to readers via the adventures of Sherman the great white shark and his undersea friends.
Hear why Jim has been drawing sharks for nearly 50 years, about his work with noted organisations like Mission Blue, United Nations, and PEW, and his thoughts on the importance of including controversial topics like shark finning in his light and funny comic strip.
This episode is brought to you by Green Banana Paper - Recycled Vegan Wallets.
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2017-02-0800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. David Shiffman: Shark Conservation Biologist showing Why Sharks MatterDavid is a shark conservation biologist at the University of Miami, using an interdisciplinary approach to being a shark scientist. With over twenty-eight thousand followers on Twitter, David is utilizing social media and blogging to spread the message of Why Sharks Matter.
Hear David and I discuss his shark conservation research, his use of social media in science communication, and his outspoken relationship with Discovery Channel's Shark Week. Photo credit: Christine Shepard.
Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhySharksMatter
Follow David on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whysharksmatter/?fref=ts
Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whysharksmatter/
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2017-01-0400 min
Ocean Allison PodcastSarah Chinn: California Sea Otter ScientistSarah is a Marine Physiologist at Sonoma State University studying both the lives and deaths of California's sea otters. Follow along as Sarah and I discuss how there's more to sea otters than just a pretty (and cute!) face. Her most recent research pinpoints End-Lactation Syndrome as a significant reason for mortality in adult female sea otters and the implications behind this.
Read Sarah's scientific paper: http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.7589/2015-06-158?journalCode=jwdi
Visit seotter.org: http://www.seaotters.org/
Visit the Fish and Wildlife Service website to learn more: https://www.fws.gov/ventura/endangered/species...
2016-12-2700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMegan Cook: Nautilus Live and Ocean Exploration Trust Science CommunicatorMegan is the Community STEM Program Coordinator at Ocean Exploration Trust. This fish-loving, science communication extrovert provides ocean exploration education to people around the globe via Nautilus Live.
Hear about Megan's journey becoming an ocean science communicator from growing up in Idaho and the incredible diversity of experiences she had as the 2012 Our World Underwater Rolex Scholarship recipient.
This week's podcast episode is brought to you by Truli Wetsuits - truliwetsuits.com.
Follow Megan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.megan.cook?fref=ts
Follow Megan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeganCook33
Follow Nautilus Live on Facebook: https://www...
2016-12-2000 min
Ocean Allison PodcastKat Crabill: Turning plastic pollution into jewelryKat is a Hawaii-based jewelry maker sparking positive conversations about ocean plastic pollution with her jewelry company Nurdle in the Rough. She's literally turning trash into treasure!
Hear about the inspiration, care, and positivity behind each and every piece of jewelry this ocean-loving metal smith creates. And what amazing organizations she gives back to just to make an even bigger impact than she already is.
Follow Nurdle in the Rough on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nurdleintheroughjewelry/?fref=ts
Follow Nurdle in the Rough on Instagram: http://instagram.com/nurdleintherough
Follow Nurdle in the Rough on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest...
2016-12-1300 min
Ocean Allison PodcastSean Bogle: Vaquita conservation filmmakerSean is a wildlife conservation filmmaker and the director of Wild Lens' latest award-winning film "Souls of the Vermilion Sea: Searching for the Vaquita".
Learn about the vaquita - the world's smallest and most endangered marine mammal - and the complex situation that's caused such a drastic population decline. With less than sixty vaquitas left, Sean and his team are utilizing film to raise awareness and document this conservation emergency.
Photo Credit: Tom Jefferson
Follow Souls of the Vermilion Sea on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoulsoftheVermilionSea/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE
Watch the vaquita film: http://vaquitafilm.com/
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2016-12-0500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastCandace Crespi: Campaign Director at Oceanic Preservation SocietyCandace is the Campaign Director at Oceanic Preservation Society working to expose complex environmental issues in order to protect the ocean and the planet for future generations.
Hear Candace and I discuss all aspects of OPS's award-winning films like The Cove and Racing Extinction as well as the compelling campaigns behind them that inspire and create positive change. This environmental activist is exposing the truth and protecting the planet!
Follow Candace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candace.crespi/
Follow OPS on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oceanicpreservationsociety/?fref=ts
Follow OPS on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoveMovie_OPS
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2016-11-2900 min
Ocean Allison PodcastCharlotte Vick: Mission Blue Director of EngagementCharlotte is the Director of Engagement at Mission Blue, working with partners worldwide to facilitate, support, and fund ocean education, science, and policy efforts. In other words, she's all ocean, all the time!
Hear from this top notch ocean advocate about her work with Google Earth's Ocean Layer, Hope Spots, Fisheries Science, Conservation Marketing, and Policy.
Follow @charlottevick on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlottevick
Follow @missionblue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mission_blue/
Follow @missionblue on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missionblue/?fref=ts
Visit Mission Blue's website: https://www.mission-blue.org/
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2016-11-2200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastTom Fitz: Emmy award-winning underwater cameramanTom is an Emmy award-winning cameraman, above and below the ocean's surface, dividing his time between freelancing for the BBC's Natural History Unit and overseeing his educational non-profit Schoolyard Films that provides free environmental education films to K-12 classrooms worldwide.
Hear career highlights from beauty in the Arctic to fear in Patagonia to a constant respect while filming the animals that call the underwater world home across the globe.
Follow Schoolyard Films on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/schoolyardfilms/
Follow Schoolyard Films on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schoolyardfilms/
Visit Schoolyard Films' website: http://www.schoolyardfilms.org/
Visit Tom's professional...
2016-11-1600 min
Ocean Allison PodcastKristal Ambrose: Founder of Bahamas Plastic MovementKristal is an environmental scientist, conservationist, and activist sparking a plastic pollution revolution with her non-profit Bahamas Plastic Movement. In 2014, she was awarded the Environmental Youth Leader Award by the Bahamian government.
Hear Kristal's enthusiasm about educating Bahamian youth, about her experiences that led her to dedicate her life to improving the health of the ocean, and her perspectives on the future of the Bahamian people and their relationship to their environment.
Follow @bahamasplasticmovement on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bahamasplasticmovement/
Follow BPM on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BahaPlasMvmnt
Follow BPM on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bahamplasmovement/?fref=ts
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2016-11-0800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMorgan and Jocelyn: Bringing awareness to the California Coastal TrailMorgan Visalli and Jocelyn Enevoldson (Mo and Jo) just completed a 1,200 mile expedition walking the California Coastal Trail the entire length of California.
These two environmental scientists and activists spent three months putting one foot in front of the other to raise awareness about the importance of the CCT, collect data on the incompleteness of the trail, and bring people all over the country together to work towards a completed CCT!
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Visit their website: www.mojocoastwalk.com
2016-11-0200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastCaiti Pomerance: Debris Free Oceans Co-founderCaiti is the co-founder and president of the non-profit Debris Free Oceans, dedicated to eradicating marine debris throughout Miami and the globe, while having fun! With a background in marine science and coastal and environmental law, Caiti uses her wide range of expertise to bring awareness to important ocean issues as well as to find solutions.
Follow Debris Free Oceans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debrisfreeoceans/
Follow Debris Free Oceans on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebrisFreeOceans/?fref=ts
Visit the Debris Free Oceans website: http://www.debrisfreeoceans.org/
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2016-10-2500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDavid Helvarg: Executive Director of Blue FrontierDavid is an award-winning journalist and author, having written six books on a range of topics relating to our blue planet, including 50 Ways to Save the Ocean and his latest book The Golden Shore.
Hear David's perspectives on ocean policy and change, as he's always on the front lines, getting the ocean recognized in the political arena, with his marine conservation lobbying organization Blue Frontier.
Visit the Blue Frontier website: https://bluefront.org/
Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Helvarg
Find David's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/David-Helvarg/e/B001K7PU34/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1...
2016-10-1800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDanni Washington: Ocean spokesperson and Big Blue & You co-founderDanni is a dedicated and talented ocean spokesperson working as an on-camera host to give the oceans a voice. Hear how she's gone from a background in marine science to currently hosting Xploration Station's Nature Knows Best TV show available on Hulu and FOX.
Dannie is also the co-founder of her ocean conservation non-profit, Big Blue & You, dedicated to inspiring and educating youth on all things ocean through art, science, and policy.
Visit Danni's website: http://www.danniwashington.com/
Subscribe to Danni's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9BYsMJOXTp__BZ4shKa7tg
Follow Danni on Instagram: https://www...
2016-10-1100 min
Ocean Allison PodcastTre' Packard: Founder of PangeaSeed FoundationTre' is the founder of PangeaSeed Foundation, a non-profit that harnesses the power of art to connect people with the ocean and the pressing issues that surround it.
Hear about how in just a few years Tre' has grown PangeaSeed into an international organization with more than 300 ocean murals painted in cities all over the world, each one contributing to science, education, or activism in some way.
Follow PangeaSeed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pangeaseed/
Follow PangeaSeed on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PangeaSeed
Follow SeaWalls on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seawalls_/
Visit their website: https://www.pangeaseed.foundation/
2016-10-0500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastJanis Selby Jones: Teacher uncovering mysteries behind beach litterJanis is a resource teacher in Oceanside, California with a passion for documenting, collecting, transforming, and uncovering the mysteries behind beach litter she finds on her local beach.
Hear how Janis brings her environmentalist ideals into her school and how her beach walks have evolved, inspiring her to take photos, make art, and collaborate with others to truly bring awareness to the issue of ocean plastic and marine debris.
Follow @janisselbyjones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janisselbyjones/
Follow @jksjones on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jksjones
Visit her blog site: https://writetheworld.me/
Photo credit: Eduardo Contreras
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2016-09-2800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Wallace J Nichols: Best selling author of Blue MindJ is a marine biologist and best selling author of the book Blue Mind, explaining the science behind how being near, in, on, or under water positively impacts us.
Hear what inspires J to learn everything he can about our emotional connection to water, share his message through tiny blue marbles, and what his next book will be all about.
Support J on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wallacejnichols
Visit J's website: http://www.wallacejnichols.org/
Follow J on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wallacejnichols
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2016-09-2000 min
Ocean Allison PodcastAutumn Blum: Founder of Stream2SeaAutumn is the founder of Stream2Sea, a complete line of sunscreen and body care products that are safe for you as well as the ocean.
Hear how this scuba diving, ocean loving, cosmetic chemist developed a line of products unmatched by any other in both quality, eco-consciousness, and scientific rigor. They allow you to explore the underwater world comfortably without damaging the ocean animals we care about like corals and fish.
Visit their website: stream2sea.com (use promo code "oceanallison" for 10% off)
Follow Stream2Sea on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stream2sea/?fref=ts
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2016-09-1300 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Gordon Ober: Recent PhD graduate and Oceanbites bloggerGordon is a recent PhD graduate studying the effects of climate change and ocean acidification on coastal organisms and ecosystems. As a writer for Oceanbites, a graduate student run blog, Gordon is explaining the latest oceanographic research to the public.
Hear him explain what it's like to get a PhD in ocean science, how he stays positive in the face of climate change, and what value he sees in communicating science effectively.
Follow Gordon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/oberrated
Visit Gordon's website: http://gordontober.weebly.com/
Visit the Oceanbites website: http://oceanbites.org/
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2016-09-0600 min
Ocean Allison PodcastGrant Baysinger: Sea turtle field biologist in South FloridaGrant is a field biologist with Ecological Associates Incorporated working to monitor and conserve sea turtle populations in South Florida. With sea turtle nesting season in full swing, Grant has great advice on how we can all help these ocean reptiles to have another successful year.
Hear what sea turtle monitoring truly involves, and why it's so vitally important for these endangered and threatened species. With the beach as his office, Grant explains why and how he does what he does.
Find Ecological Associates on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ecological-Associates-Inc-105810816152178/?fref=ts
Visit their website: http://www.ecological-associates.com/
2016-08-3000 min
Ocean Allison PodcastKyle Thiermann: Pro surfer and video journalist documenting ocean issues and solutionsKyle is a pro surfer documenting ocean issues that aren't directly connected to the ocean at first glance. Mixing in elements of economics, politics, education, and culture, Kyle is uncovering opportunities for individuals around the world to be a part of the solution.
Hear what motivated this big wave surfer from Santa Cruz to start his own film series called Surfing for Change, and what's on the horizon for this ocean advocate.
Visit Kyle's homepage: http://kyle.surf/
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2016-08-2300 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMargo Pellegrino: Long-distance paddler for clean waterwaysMargo is a long-distance paddler currently going from Chicago to New Orleans in her outrigger canoe to raise awareness about the importance of clean waterways and healthy oceans.
Hear this mother of two describe what inspires her to complete these incredible journeys in the face of harsh weather, long tiring days, and highly polluted waterways.
Follow Margo's adventure on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBigApple2TheBigEasy/?fref=ts
Follow Margo on Twitter @slowpaddler: https://twitter.com/slowpaddler
Follow Margo on Instagram @1slowpaddler: https://www.instagram.com/1slowpaddler/
Visit her blog site: https://paddle4blue.wordpress.com/
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2016-08-1600 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDavid Stover: Co-founder of Bureo SkateboardsDavid is a co-founder of Bureo Skateboards, a sustainably minded company turning recycled fishing nets into skateboard decks.
Hear how these ocean-lovers are reducing the number of discarded plastic fishing nets in the ocean through their Net Positiva program in Chile. By working with government and fishermen, Bureo is taking a negative, turning it into a positive, and creating innovative and fun products for all.
Follow @bureo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bureo/
Follow Bureo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BureoSkateboards/?fref=ts
Follow @bureoskateboard on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BureoSkateboard
Visit their website: http://www.bureo.co/
2016-08-0900 min
Ocean Allison PodcastChad Nelson: CEO of Surfrider FoundationChad is the CEO of Surfrider Foundation, a grassroots non-profit dedicated to protecting and preserving the world's oceans, waves, and beaches.
Hear about Chad's history with Surfrider, the initiatives he's spearheaded, and how you can get involved with this global community of change-making ocean advocates.
Follow @surfrider on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surfrider/
Follow @surfrider on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Surfrider
Follow Surfrider Foundation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/surfrider/?fref=ts
Visit their website to get involved: https://www.surfrider.org/
2016-08-0200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMugdha Flores: Educator at Sustainable Coastlines HawaiiMugdha is a dedicated ocean educator working with Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii to inspire communities to care for their beaches, ocean, and planet by creating awareness and providing achievable solutions.
Hear what slogans, techniques, and innovations Mugdha and the SCH team are using to change the tide on marine debris and plastic pollution in Hawaii, inspiring others around the world to do the same.
Follow Mugdha @mugsie_b on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mugsie_b/
Follow @sustainablecoastlineshawaii on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablecoastlineshawaii/
Follow Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainablecoastlineshawaii/?fref=ts
Visit their website...
2016-07-2600 min
Ocean Allison PodcastKayla Ripple: Coral Restoration Foundation science managerKayla is the science program manager at Coral Restoration Foundation, a nonprofit working to restore coral reefs in the Florida Keys and throughout the Caribbean. Their innovative coral tree nursery and out-planting techniques are providing hope for coral reefs worldwide.
Follow @coralrestorationfoundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coralrestorationfoundation/
Follow @coralcrf on Twitter: https://twitter.com/coralcrf
Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoralRestorationFoundation/?fref=ts
Visit their website: https://coralrestoration.org/
2016-07-1900 min
Ocean Allison PodcastJacqui Thurlow-Lippisch: Community leader fighting Florida's toxic algae bloomJacqui is a local official in Martin County, Florida dedicated to improving the health of South Florida's troubled waterways. Involved in the political arena, she is leading the movement to stop toxic algae filled water from plaguing her town.
Hear what it's like to be on the front lines of an environmental catastrophe.
Subscribe to her blog: https://jacquithurlowlippisch.com/
Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacqui.thurlowlippisch?fref=ts
Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/_thurlow
Visit her campaign website: http://www.votejtl.com/
2016-07-1200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastAndrew Stern: Founder of SmartfinAndrew is a retired neurologist focused on raising awareness about environmental issues including ocean health. Smartfin is a surfboard fin that collects ocean data while you surf, turning surfers into citizen scientists.
Hear how Smartfin plans to grow the global community of ocean stewards with their incredible technology product.
Follow TheSmartfin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSmartfin/?fref=ts
Follow TheSmartfin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesmartfin/
Follow TheSmartfin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSmartfin
Visit their website: http://smartfin.org/
2016-07-0500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMartin Dorey: #2minutebeachclean founderMartin is the founder of #2minutebeachclean, an initiative to rid beaches of marine litter, inspiring people around the world that together we can all make a difference.
Hear how one individual grew his passion into a global community of ocean and environmental advocates. Tag your #2minutebeachclean today to join the network.
Follow @2minutebeachclean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2minutebeachclean/
Follow @2minutebeachclean on Twitter: https://twitter.com/2minbeachclean
Follow @2minutebeachclean on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2minutebeachclean/?fref=ts
Check out their website: http://beachclean.net/
2016-06-2800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastRob Machado: Pro surfing icon and ocean stewardRob Machado is a world renowned professional surfing icon with a deep commitment to ocean stewardship.
Hear how his profound appreciation of the ocean inspired him to start the Rob Machado Foundation with which he empowers people to make sustainable choices.
Follow @robmachadofoundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmachadofoundation/
Visit their website: http://www.robmachadofoundation.org/
2016-06-2100 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Lauren Toth: Coral reef ecologist looking to the pastLauren is a coral reef scientist studying the fossil record of coral reefs in Panama and the Florida Keys to answer questions about the future of these fragile and important ocean ecosystems.
Hear how her passion for science communication also led her to co-found Youth Making Ripples, a film competition for K-12 students to share their ocean passion.
Learn about her USGS research: http://soundwaves.usgs.gov/2016/05/
Follow Youth Making Ripples on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouthMakingRipples/?fref=ts
2016-06-1400 min
Ocean Allison PodcastJillian Morris-Brake: Sharks4Kids founderJillian is a shark conservationist using videography, education, and social media to help make the world a better place for sharks. She is passionate about getting people to have positive experiences with sharks above and below the water.
Hear how diving with sharks all over the world motivated her to start her non-profit Sharks4Kids with which she educates and inspires students around the world on all things sharks!
Follow Jillian on Instagram @biminisharkgirl: https://www.instagram.com/biminisharkgirl/
Visit the Sharks4Kids website: http://sharks4kids.com/
2016-06-0700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastKaikea Nakachi: Hawaiian shark scientist and conservationistKaikea is a biological oceanographer that has documented more than 60 individual tiger sharks. By combining western science and Hawaiian culture, he plans to give these tiger sharks the names and respect they deserve.
Hear about Kaikea's work with The Nature Conservancy, Conservation International, and Ka'upulehu Marine Life Advisory Committee.
Follow @kaikea_ainokea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaikea_ainokea/
Watch his footage on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/kaikea
2016-05-3100 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Greg Rouse: Marine biologist discovering new speciesGreg is a marine biologist frequently discovering new species of ocean organisms like bone eating worms and ruby seadragons. His work to better understand the evolutionary history of marine species largely contributes to our growing knowledge of the ocean and how to protect it.
Hear about what it's like to discover and name new species, and why Greg prides himself on taking beautiful imagery of his live minute subjects.
See his Scripps Institution of Oceanography profile: http://scrippsscholars.ucsd.edu/grouse/biocv
2016-05-2500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastCharlie Knight: Ocean lifeguard and PADI dive instructorCharlie is an ocean lifeguard in San Diego with a passion for helping beach goers stay safe. As a PADI Scuba Diver Trainer, he shares his love for diving with those he takes beneath the surface.
Hear how this lifelong water man's love for the ocean drives him to experience the ocean in any way possible, from surfing, to diving, to paddle boarding.
Visit the San Diego Lifeguard Services website to learn more about staying safe when enjoying the ocean: https://www.sandiego.gov/lifeguards
2016-05-1700 min
Ocean Allison PodcastKaitlyn Lowder: Graduate student communicating climate change scienceKaitlyn is a PhD student at Scripps Institution of Oceanography studying the effects of ocean acidification on shelled marine species. She recently attended the Paris Climate Change Conference where she spoke with government officials from around the world about how global climate change is affecting the ocean.
Hear about her experience at COP21, and how and why the oceans are now included in the United Nations Climate Change Agreement!
Follow Kaitlyn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeclawedDecapod
2016-05-1000 min
Ocean Allison PodcastMaggie Amsler: Antarctic research scientist extraodinaireMaggie is a marine biologist and ecologist with more than 30 years of experience doing research in Antarctica. Her work on krill and the chemical interactions of near shore organisms has prompted an island, Amsler Island, to be named in her honor.
Hear how Maggie has seen the effects of human-induced climate change in her own lifetime by simply visiting Antarctica over the years.
Read about Maggie's UAB blog: http://www.uab.edu/antarctica/
See Maggie in my short film: https://vimeo.com/132273385
2016-05-0300 min
Ocean Allison PodcastSuzanne van der Veeken: Hitchsailing ocean adventurerSuzanne is an ocean adventurer hitchsailing around the world promoting sustainable and environmentally responsible travel.
Hear how all the different ways she connects with and enjoy the ocean have motivated her to make the ocean, and helping to conserve it, her life focus. She's the Oceanpreneur!
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceanpreneur/
Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Oceanpreneur
Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oceanpreneur/?pnref=lhc
Check out her website: http://theoceanpreneur.com/
Help fund her hitchsailing e-book: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/hitchsailing-the-atlantic-ocean-e-book#/
Sign up to join the Inspirates: http://the-inspirates...
2016-04-2600 min
Ocean Allison PodcastPam Longobardi: Plastic pollution artist and activistPam is a distinguished artist working to spark social change in regards to our ocean's plastic pollution and marine debris crisis. She is the founder of the Drifter's Project, an art professor at Georgia State University, and Artist in Residence with Oceanic Society.
Hear how this ocean-loving activist uses plastic pollution collected from beaches around the world to speak up on behalf of the ocean and the planet.
Follow Pam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/driftersproject
Check out the Drifter's Project: http://driftersproject.net/
See Pam in Nat Geo's GYRE film: http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/141204-gyre-video-complete
2016-04-1900 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDavid Brown: World renowned underwater filmmakerDavid is a world renowned underwater filmmaker with a positive outlook on the fate of our oceans. His extensive knowledge and experience documenting what's below the surface is clearly demonstrated in his most recent film Fragile Legacy.
Hear from this lifelong ocean advocate about his experiences as a Cousteau society team member and how he was the first to ever live broadcast from underwater!
Watch the Fragile Legacy trailer: https://vimeo.com/158202467
Learn more about Fragile Legacy: http://fragilelegacy.info/
2016-04-1200 min
Ocean Allison PodcastEmily Callahan & Amber Jackson: Rigs 2 Reef Exploration co-foundersEmily and Amber co-founded Rigs 2 Reef Exploration, an initiative working to preserve the biodiverse ocean ecosystems beneath California's offshore oil rigs.
Hear how these two ocean advocates are bringing attention to this misunderstood and controversial issue in partnership with Dr. Sylvia Earle's Mission Blue.
Follow them on social media!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rig2reefexplorers/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rig2reefexploration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Rig2ReefExplore
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKCn5-UXt_9t4o3nyzH2YIg/featured
2016-04-0500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastStephanie Lance: Ocean loving kindergarten teacherSteph is a kindergarten teacher at High Tech Elementary North County with a passion for the ocean. She highlights ocean science and environmental stewardship into her teaching, both in and out of the classroom.
Hear about how her informal education experience has crossed into her formal teaching career, where she utilizes project based learning and NGSS standards.
Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stephllance
Check out her Digital Portfolio: http://msstephanielance.weebly.com/
See her class's Tidepool Project website: http://htenctidepooltreasures.weebly.com/
2016-03-3000 min
Ocean Allison PodcastEmma: 13 year old aspiring marine biologistEmma is a 7th grader with a passion for all things ocean. Having found very few marine biology opportunities for middle schoolers, Emma started a marine biology club at her school.
Determined to learn as much as she can about marine science, Emma spends time at the ocean, visit aquariums and informal science centers, watches documentaries, and does school projects on ocean animals whenever possible. Get inspired by her dedication and her positive attitude!
2016-03-2300 min
Ocean Allison PodcastDr. Andy Nosal: Leading shark biologistAndy is a shark scientist studying the biology and ecology of leopard sharks in Southern California. He is currently completing his postdoctoral work at Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
Andy is one of the world's leading shark researchers, finding most recently that smell contributes largely to a shark's sense of direction. As a great science communicator, Andy is also passionate about changing the way people perceive sharks.
Follow @andrewnosal on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AndrewNosal
2016-03-1500 min
Ocean Allison PodcastKatelyn Cucinotta: Conservation Biologist tackling marine debrisKatelyn is a Conservation Biologist in South Florida determined to rid the oceans of marine debris. She currently runs the Healthy Habitats and Oceans (H2O) Program at Sea to Shore Alliance.
Katelyn's passion for science, education, and communication allows her to create positive change for the ocean through social media campaigns, beach cleanup events, and classroom visits.
Follow Katelyn on Sea to Shore's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaveOurOceans/?fref=ts
Help get her H2O mobile classroom on the road: https://www.crowdrise.com/helpgeth2oonthego
2016-03-0800 min
Ocean Allison PodcastChris Cilfone: Award winning ocean film makerChris is an award winning ocean film maker, founder of Be Blue, and a whale naturalist currently living in Hawaii. His film "One Voice" won Best Short Film in the 2015 BLUE Ocean Film Festival.
Chris is an inspiration in using what you have to create positive change for the oceans. With only a GoPro and a custom made rigging, he was able to create a moving film that has been recognized internationally.
Watch "One Voice": https://vimeo.com/139563640
Follow Chris on BeBlue's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueRevolocean/?fref=ts
2016-02-2700 min