Save the Mermaids Podcast

Shellycoat of Scotland

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea shares the Scottish legend of the Shellycoat, a boogeyman trickster with a coat made of seashells!

Anemone and Clownfish

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this besties episode we learn all about the Anemone and the Clownfish! If you think that you know all about these two creatures because you have wa...

Jenny Greenteeth and the Storm Hag

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea tells us the story of two water hags, Jenny Greenteeth fro England, and the Storm Hag of Lake Erie!

Animal Besties: Pilotfish and Oceanic White Tip Sharks

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we explore the relationship between pilotfish and oceanic white tip sharks. These animals do SO much for each other in a bond that pil...

Bunyip of the Aboriginal people of Southeast Australia

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

in today's mythology minisode Chelsea tells us the story of the Bunyip, a water spirit of the wemba wemba language of the aborigine people of Sout...

Animal Besties- Carrier Crabs and Upside-down Jellyfish!

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For the month of August we are highlighting some of our favorite symbiotic relationships (a.k.a. besties) of the underwater world! Today we chat about...

Xana

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's mythology minisode Chelsea tells us the Austurian story of the Xana, from Austurias, Spain.

All about Sea Turtles with Max

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a chat all about sea turtles with @maxconservation. He is a scuba instructor, marine biologist, and social media influencer pa...

Drac

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's mythology minisode Chelsea tells us about the Drac of French mythology.

Balloon Mission with Cynthia Seibold

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a chat with Cynthia, the founder of Balloon Mission. This important organization collects discarded balloons and educates the ...

Havfrue

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's mythology Monday Chelsea tells us about the Havfrue, or the Havman from Scandinavian lore.

Interview with Mel Hobson the Ocean Writer

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we have a chat with Mel Hobson, an ocean focused writer who specializes in sharing the latest findings in the science world! Links...

The Iele

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's mythology Monday episode Chelsea teaches us about the Iele from Romanian mythology!

Interview with Ashley Getz

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a chat with Ashley Getz who tells us all about her exciting blacktip reef shark research and her work with the Pacific Whale F...

Engakanto

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea shares the story of the Engakanto, a water spirit from the Philippines. .

All about the Muskellunge

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a special guest, Chelsea's husband, Chris on to teach us all about our last freshwater fish- the Muskellunge! Also known as th...

Alven

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s mythology minisode Chelsea tells us about the Alven, an otter shapeshifter from the Netherlands!

All about the Mekong River Catfish

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Freshwater June! In this episode we introduce you to the giant Mekong river catfish, a member of the shark catfish family!

Nokken

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s mythology minisode Chelsea teaches us about the Nokken from Norse mythology, a handsome man who lures pregnant women to their deaths with...

All about the Sturgeon Fish

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s freshwater June episode we learn all about the critically endangered sturgeon fish, and their amazing shark-like capabilities! Make sure ...

Camanae of Roman Mythology

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea tells us about the Camanae, 3-4 water goddesses who protect a sacred grove outside of Rome!

Japanese Giant Salamander

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Fresh Water June episode, we learn about the Japanese Giant Salamander!

The Korrigan of Celtic mythology

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's mythology Monday episode Chelsea tells the story of the Korrigan, a water spirit of Celtic mythology.

All about the Lamprey

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Freshwater June! In this episode we introduce you to one of the creepiest animals in the Great Lakes - the Lamprey!

The Nixies of Germany

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea shares the story of the nixies of German mythology!

All about Sargassum

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a chat about Sargassum Seaweed. This species has been making headlines recently as a large floating raft of sargassum is makin...

Ahuizotl of the Aztecs

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea tells us the tale of the ahuizotl... a dog like sea monster that has some creative ways of luring fisherman t...

All about Kelp

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Blake teaches us all about kelp. From it’s many industrial uses to the ways that it protects our coastlines, this giant brown algae ...

Gajah Mina of the Indonesian Archipelago

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea tells the tale of the Gajah Mina, a half elephant half fish cryptid that has been sighted within the last ten...

All about the carnivorous waterwheel plant

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us in today's episode as we learn all about a carnivorous water plant that thrives in some of the most unexpected areas of the world! https:...

The Borda of the Po Valley, Italy

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea shares the tale of the Borda, a ghoulish woman of the water who uses mist and a blindfold to shroud herself a...

All about the Giant Water Lily

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us in today's episode as we learn all about the biggest, baddest, and most interesting lily in the world, the Giant Water Lily!

Zaratan

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's mythology mini, we learn all about the European tale of the Zaratan, a colossal sea monster similar to the Lyngbakr of Norse mythology....

Didinium

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we learn all about the tiny Didinium, a unicellular ciliate who's hunting strategies boarder on the savagely mythical.

Iara

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's mythology mini is all about the Brazilian lady of the lake, Iara, and her tragic tale of how she became a mermaid.

Scuba Steve

22 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this special Earth Day episode drop we are excited to be interviewing Scuba Steve! Children's book author extraordinaire has some exciting news to...

All about the Tardigrade

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we learn all about the Tardigrade. Also known as the water bear or moss piglet, this microscopic animal has 8 legs, a weird vacuum fac...

Grindylow

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this minisode, Chelsea talks about the Grinylow of English folklore.

Sustainable Fishing with Gabriella

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a chat with Gabriella Gerbasi. As a water woman, photographer, and spear fisher, Gabby has a massive love and respect for our ...

Norfolk Mermaid Statue Database

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Remember our Walruses from Space episode? Well we found another similar way for the public to get involved in all things mermaid! 

Drunk Water Bugs

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

April Showers bring May flowers- so this month were talking all about tiny animals that can live their entire lives within just one droplet! Today Che...

Boann of River Boyne

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea tells us the story of the goddess Boann who created the River Boyne!

Shark Allies Interview

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode have a chat with Laurel from Shark Allies, an absolutely amazing non-profit protecting sharks across the planet! Links: @sharkallies @...

Cliodna

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this minisode Chelsea introduces us to Cliodna- the daughter of Mannanan of Irish folklore! 

All about the basking shark

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea teaches us about the basking shark- Ireland’s most laid back species!

Manannan god of the Sea

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday Chelsea introduces us to Manannan- the Irish god of the sea! 

Unknown Ireland

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea and Blake talk about two leser-known creatures of Ireland- the conger eel and the stargazer fish!

The Oiliphiest and the Caoranach

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea teaches us about two aquatic creatures- the oiliphiest and the caoranach that play a part in the story of St. Patrick!

Ancient Ireland

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about 2 interesting fossils found in Ireland- the Ammonite and Tetrapod prints!

Merrows of Ireland

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday Chelsea teaches us about the Merrows of Ireland, beautiful mer-beings with green hair!

All about the Mako Shark

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's St. Patty's month so we are celebrating all things Ireland for March! In this episode Blake shares information on one of the fiercest predators i...

The Salmon of Knowledge

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this minisode Chelsea tells the tale of Finn the young man and Finnegas the elder on the search to find the salmon of knowledge in the Boyne River....

All about the Right Whale

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Freaky February episode Blake teaches about the Right Whale. This unique species of whale has one very interesting sex life! Links: https://ww...

Kelpie Folklore

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea teaches us about the kelpie- a malevolent shapeshifter known to lure people to their deaths in water!

Kinky Creatures

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Freaky February episode Chelsea and Blake cover the unique sex lives of 4 creatures that we have highlighted previously on the podcast with th...

Legend of the hippocamp

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea tells us the story of the Hippocamp of greek mythology. This half horse half fish animal has some pretty amazing symbolism tha...

Freaky February: Sex in the Sea

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Freaky February, where we dive deep into the sex live of the ocean’s strangest creatures! In this episode we chat about grunions asphyxiating...

Merman of Orford

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this minisode, Chelsea shares the tale of the merman of Orford, a hairy man who refused to speak and would squish fish with his bare hands until oi...

Freaky February- Lobster Love

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Freaky February, where we dive deep into the sex live of the ocean’s strangest creatures! In this episode we chat about lobsters, how they “...

Nibiinaabe

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this minisode, Chelsea chats about the Nibiinaabe, a race of water sprites (typically described as mermaids) by the Ojibway, Algonquin, Potawatomi,...

Shrooms

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Make a Change January, and this week we learn all about the magical world of mushrooms! In this episode we talk about how trees use the myceliu...

Rio Verde Mermaid

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Chelsea tells us about the mysterious Rio Verde Mermaid statue. Glistening white against the dark green forest, no one knows who scul...

The Hidden Life of Trees

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Make a Change January, and this week we learn all about the magical world of trees! We talk about how they are advocates for the ocean, bring f...

Nerieds

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea introduces us to the Nerieds, salt water dieties of Greek Mythology!

1923 vs 2023

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Make a Change January, and the week have a look back at how much our world has changed in the past 100 years! With lots of lessons lessons lear...

Legend of the Sunrise Shell

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode, Chelsea shares with us the importance the sunrise shell in ancient Hawaiian culture, and the symbolism of this speci...

Return of the Whales

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Make a Change January, and the week were sharing some happy news for whales! Blake shares the plight of the Fin Whale and how their numbers hav...

The Ri of Papua New Guinea

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea shares interesting details about the Ri- an unnamed human like creature- with photo evidence!

New Year Goal Planning

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve got a great episode coming up to help you start your New Year right! We’ve adapted @ryanghxst 5 Pillars to help us create trackable goals fo...

Princess Hwangok of South Korea

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea shares the tale of mermaid princess Hwangok (Yellow Jade) of South Korea!

The North Pole

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last in our Arctic December series, we learn all about the North Pole! Shrouded in mystery, this part of the earth has countries fighting over it to t...

The legend of the Conch

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea shares the worldwide mythological connection to the conch. Used in spiritual ceremonies from India to Polynesia to the Caribbe...

Arctic December- Orcas

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Next in our Arctic December series, we learn all about Orcas! We’ve been wanting to cover these amazing animals for a while, and will probably need ...

Kraken

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea dives deep into the well known mythology of the Kraken!

Arctic December-All about the Walrus

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Next in our Arctic December series, we learn all about the Walrus! This huge pinned is extremely unique, and there is a really fun way that you can he...

Iyngbakr of Norse Mythology

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea tells us the tale of the Iyngbakr of Norse Mythology!

Arctic Month: Seals

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re kicking off Arctic December with an all about seals episode! We chat about the ringed seal and the harp seal- two very unique species found on...

Mermaids of Daydream Island

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea tells us about the three beautiful mermaid statues of Daydream Island!

Protecting Hawaiian wildlife with HMAR

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with Emily and Anabel from Hawaii Marine Animal Response. This amazing non profit responds to animals in distress, Hawaiian mo...

Nure-Onna of Japanese Mythology

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode we learn about the Nure-Onna of Japan, a terrifying snake mermaid!

Amazon River Dolphin

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea teaches us all about the Amazon River dolphin. From why they are pink to how they have specialized echolocation- these unique ...

The Hafgufa of Norse Mythology

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's mythology Monday episode we learn about the Hafgufa- a sea monster of epic proportions!

Sperm whales and sonic weapons

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we learn all about the Sperm Whale. These incredible creatures truly blew our minds, from having distinct cultural groups, to one of t...

Ne-Hwas of the Passamaquoddy Tribe

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this mythology Monday episode we learn about the tale of two sisters who go swimming alone in the ocean off of the coast of Maine.

Protecting Florida's Springs with Brandee

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with Brandee Anthony- also known as the Vero Beach Mermaid! Brandee is the owner of Mermaid Freedive, a PADI instructor, and p...

Monk Mermaid of the 16th Century

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of our wackier mermaid legends- this episode tells the tale of a mermaid with the hair of a monk, body of a human, and...tentacles?

Spooky Seas

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dive into the deep sea to research 2 very spooooooky animals- the ghost fish and the coffin fish!

John Smith's Mermaid?

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea digs deep into the quote from John Smith's journal about a mermaid sighting in the West Indies.

Creepy Crawlies

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we learn all about giant isopods and sea spiders- trigger warning, science can be as gross and terrifying as it is interesting!

Hebridean Mermaid

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea shares the tale of a Hebridean mermaid that washed ashore in the 1830's.

World's Weirdest Squids

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that the Humboldt squid can have at least one million eggs? Or that the Giant squid can be up to 60 feet long?!? In this episode we dive ...

Vatea

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we learn about the legend of the first man according to tradition in the Cook Islands. Vatea was a half man half dolphin who controlle...

Creeptober- Creepy Sharks

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we explore the spooky world of two terrifying deep water sharks, the cookie cutter shark and the frilled shark!

Atlante

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea tells us about another mermaid statue depicted with legs! In Cannes, she watches over the ocean and reminds us to protect natu...

It's our Anniversary!

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Its our one year anniversary of Save the Mermaid's Podcast! In this episode we share our favorite ocean facts that we learned this past year, some of ...

Triton

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea shares the story of the greek god Triton, and shares a very vivid description of him from the second century!

Facing your fears with Shari

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a chat with Shari Moscoso, diver and researcher! She shares about her journey in diving, how the ocean helped heal her mental ...

Ji Merdiwa

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Chelsea tells us the tale of the Ji Merdiwa- a shapeshifting sea creature of North Australian lore!

Dive Spotlight: Oahu

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we share our favorite dive spots around our beautiful home island of Oahu, Hawai'i! from basic free diving to advanced scuba sites, as...

Dakuwaka of Fiji

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we learn all about the Dakuwaka- a half shark half human god in Fiji!