The Ocean Optimism Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
The Port of San Diego's Innovative Blue Economy Incubator with Former Commissioner Castellanos, Paula, and Jason.
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the transformative power of the Blue Economy with the Port of San Diego's pioneers: Former Commissioner and 2023 Chairman Rafael Castel...
How One Business is Prioritizing Sustainability with Ini Ghidirmic and Doriane Zalewski
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's unique episode, we are excited to engage with voices from the corporate world, advocating for sustainability. We sit down with two lea...
Partnerships and Community Foster Ocean Conservation in Fiji with Dr. Joeli Veitayaki
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Ocean Optimism podcast features inspiring stories of ocean conservation successes and solutions. The host, Ellen Spooner, interviews scientists, a...
10 Years of California's Marine Protected Areas: Signs of Success with Anupa Asokan
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ocean Optimism podcast, host Ellen Spooner interviews Anupa Asokan, Senior Ocean Advocate for the Natural Resource Defense Coun...
Island Nations Are Champions of Ocean Conservation & Building Thriving Communities with Dr. Kathryn Mengerink
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive in with us on the season 2 premiere of the Ocean Optimism Podcast! Host Ellen Spooner interviews Dr. Kathryn Mengerink, Executive Director of the...
How a Rebel with a Cause is Diversifying the Coast with Founder Risa
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the shores of change and unity with a truly inspiring guest – Risa, the visionary founder of Paddle for Peace. In...
How Marc Chavez Helps Youth Reconnect with the Ocean and Their Indigenous Roots"
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of Indigenous practices, conservation, and the transformative power of adventure. Join us as we sit down ...
Guardians of Casa Beach: Jane Reldan's Triumph in Protecting San Diego's Vulnerable Seals
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jane Reldan, M.D., of the Seal Conservancy tells the story of recovering from a tragic loss by making it her mission to protect newborn seals along th...
100 countries commit to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 with Dr. Heather Koldewey
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We interview Dr. Koldewey about her experience at the 2022 United Nations Ocean Conference. Heather Koldewey is the co-founder of Project Seahorse an...
How We Can Save Sharks with Dr. David Shiffman
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview Dr. David Shiffman, who is a shark biologist and science communication expert. He tells us about the problems and soluti...
Securing $300M: Paloma Aguirre on Tackling Cross-Border Water Pollution
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We interview Imperial Beach City Council Member Paloma Aguirre about the cross border water pollution crisis. She offers great insight into how your a...
Emotional Implications of Environmental Doom and Gloom - Dr. Elin Kelsey
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we interview Dr. Elin Kelsey. She is a leader of hopeful, solutions-focused environmental movements. She is currently an adjunct p...
Why Ocean Optimism Matters with Dr. Nancy Knowlton
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the inaugural episode of The Ocean Optimism podcast. The Ocean Optimism podcast shares stories, not often heard, about ocean conservation succ...