Episodes

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses a strategy that nonprofit organizations in the ocean science and conservation field should adopt to gain more attention and support from viewers. He emphasizes the...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the devastating wildfires in Maui, Hawaii, and their link to climate change. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the connection between wildfires and...

In this episode, I dive into the question of whether Environmental Activism works to change the minds of people and/or governments. I use the organization called Just Stop Oil as an example because its members have been making headlines in the news,...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, Andrew Lewin discusses the importance of funding for conservation and science-related projects. He explores various ways to obtain funding, such as self-funding, selling products and services,...

In today's episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin provides an update on deep sea mining. With the increasing talk about this controversial practice, Andrew addresses the confusion surrounding its current and future status,...

In this episode, host Andrew Lewin welcomes Michael Aw, a renowned conservation photographer, to discuss his second career and retirement pursuit of working to protect the ocean. Michael shares how he uses his photography to raise awareness and...

In this episode, Andrew Lewin welcomes Marce Graudins (Founder and Executive Director of Azul) and Kat So (Research Associate for the Centre of American Progress) on the podcast to discuss the results of the Upwell conference.  They highlight the...

In this episode of "How to Protect the Ocean," host Andrew Lewin discusses the effects of climate change on the snow crab population in Alaska. He explores how over a decade of warming has impacted the Arctic Sea and the Bering Sea, leading to...

In this episode, host Andrew Lewin interviews Amanda Horn, who left her successful career in marketing to pursue her passion for the ocean. Amanda shares her story of quitting her job, moving to Indonesia to become a dive master and learn citizen...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the importance of speaking up for the ocean and how listeners can get involved in science communication. Andrew highlights the power and impact of sharing information...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin dives into the recent events involving sea otter "841" in the Santa Cruz area. This sea otter made headlines for biting surfboards and "attacking" a surfer, although no one was...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin is joined by Thomas Sagimo and Tilda Bouloux from Ocean Sole. They discuss the company's efforts in creating sustainable products that benefit both the environment and the...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself as a science communicator. He shares a cautionary tale about an influencer on social media who faced...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, Andrew discusses two significant news stories related to the ocean. The first is the alarming increase in sea surface temperatures, with some areas hitting 100 degrees Fahrenheit. This comes...

In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, Dr. Ido Sella, a marine biologist, shares his journey of starting a company called E-Concrete. EConcrete specializes in building a unique type of concrete for seawalls and underwater...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin gets inspired by a podcast where a celebrity radio and podcast personality talks about his career. The celebrity emphasizes the importance of building a diversified portfolio...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin explores a fascinating discovery that challenges what scientists know about octopuses and their reproduction. Contrary to the belief that octopuses are solitary animals, this...

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin interviews Hannah Tait, the CEO of Action for Dolphins. Hannah shares her journey from watching the documentary "The Cove" to dedicating her life to dolphin protection. She...

In this episode, the host explores the importance of in-person conversations and two-way communication in the world of content creation. The guest, Paola Espitia, shares her experience in science communication and building a career in interacting with...

In this episode, Andrew explores the urgent need for small island nations to answer the question of what happens to their nation if sea level rise and storm surges take over their land. He discusses the options that are being discussed by these...

Have you heard these myths about marine conservation careers? Myth #1: You only need a degree in biology or marine science to work in this field. Myth #2: Marine conservation jobs are only for scuba divers. Myth #3: This field is only for those who...

In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host Andrew Lewin interviews Melissa Hobson, a science communicator who writes for marine conservation. The episode focuses on speaking up for the ocean and the importance of taking action to...

On this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the category 4 heatwave that the UK is currently experiencing. He explains that sea surface temperatures in some areas are 4 to 5 degrees Celsius higher than the...

Do you want to ensure a thriving planet for future generations of flora and fauna? Are you committed to preserving our natural ecosystems for years to come? If so, I have good news: there is a solution. By implementing long-term conservation efforts,...