Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Oceanography | Marine Science and Ocean Stories
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| What does the ocean sound like? Marine Bioacoustics Explained | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:42:24 | |
The ocean is loud, and every sound carries clues. Marine biologist Dr. Jesús Alcázar-Treviño explains how toothed whales use echolocation to hunt and coordinate in darkness, how eruptions in the Canary Islands reshape ocean soundscapes, and how human noise pollution disrupts marine communication. An accessible introduction to marine bioacoustics and the many biological, geological, and human sounds moving through the sea. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or send us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Jesús Alcázar Treviño Learn more about Dr. Jesús Alcázar Treviño here Follow Dr. Jesús Alcázar Treviño on Blue Sky Find more of Dr. Jesús Alcázar Treviño’s work on Research Gate Explore more from the Spanish Institute of Oceanography Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to save the whales (like, actually) | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:27:24 | |
Can fishing gear protect whales and livelihoods? NOAA fisheries biologist Megan Amico explains how on-demand, or ropeless, lobster gear can reduce the vertical lines that entangle endangered North Atlantic right whales. The conversation follows gear testing with fishermen, seasonal closures, coastal economies, and the difficult work of designing marine conservation policy that protects both whales and fishing communities. Episode Guest: Megan Amico Learn more about Megan Amico here NOAA Protected Species Gear Research: Visit Here NOAA’s Endangered Species List and Action Plans: Browse List Support the science communication and Pine Forest Media on Patreon Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Oceanography Trailer | 14 Jul 2025 | 00:01:33 | |
Oceanography is a marine science podcast about the research happening beneath the surface—literally. It’s where your favorite science 101 class meets environmental journalism, with weekly conversations featuring marine biologists, oceanographers, and climate scientists from around the world. One week we might explore whale communication or how sound travels underwater; the next, we’re looking at fishing gear designed to protect endangered species. You'll also hear about ocean conservation, deep sea ecosystems, microplastic pollution, and the surprising ways marine life is connected to life on land. If you're curious about the ocean and want to hear from the people uncovering its secrets, you’re in the right place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Contaminated Coasts: Submarine Groundwater Discharge | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:30:47 | |
Pollution can reach the sea from underground. Marine geochemist Dr. Tristan McKenzie explains how submarine groundwater discharge carries nutrients, heavy metals, and pharmaceuticals into coastal waters. Drawing on research in Hawaii and Sweden, the episode explores geochemical tracers, groundwater pollution, and the hidden pathways connecting activity on land with ocean contamination and coastal ecosystem health. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Tristan McKenzie Learn more about Dr. Tristan McKenzie on his website here and the University of Gothenberg Follow Dr. Tristan McKenzie on Blue Sky Find more of Dr. Tristan McKenzie’s work on Google Scholar How Gutting the EPA's Research Team Could Impact Clean Air and Water Rules by the Scientific American EPA likely to move to further limit federal protections for wetlands by AP News Fish off the coast of Florida test positive for pharmaceutical drugs, says study by CNN Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Secret Life of Deep Sea Symbiosis | 18 Aug 2025 | 00:42:00 | |
Deep-sea animals survive through microbial partnerships. Dr. Shana Goffredi explores microbial symbiosis at methane seeps and hydrothermal systems, where chemosynthetic bacteria turn chemical energy into food. Meet worms, clams, snails, and other animals whose bacterial partners help them thrive in darkness, sometimes without a mouth or conventional digestive system. It is a fresh look at deep sea ecosystems, marine microbes, and cooperation as a survival strategy. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Shana Goffredi Learn more about Dr. Goffredi at Occidental College Visit the Symbioxys Lab’s website Follow the lab on Instagram Find more of Dr. Goffredi’s work on Google Scholar Read the discussed article on Feather Dusters Read the discussed article on Deep Sea Anenome Here’s a third on ‘Marine Vampires Find more of Dr. Goffredi’s science outreach on Science Friday Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts | Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Glow in the Dark: the Magic of Ocean Bioluminescence | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:38:32 | |
Ocean bioluminescence is more than a blue glow. Marine ecophysiologist Dr. Laurent Duchatelet explains how living light works and why sharks, fish, and plankton use it for hunting, camouflage, defense, and communication. The episode explores luciferin and luciferase chemistry, rare red light in the deep sea, bioluminescent sharks, and how studying marine light can support new biomedical research. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Laurent DuChatelet Learn more about Dr. Laurent DuChatelet at UCLouvain Read Dr. DuChatelet’s article on Marine Bioluminescence. Find more of Dr. DuChatelet’s publications on Research Gate. Blue Glowing Beaches Around the World Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Set an Ocean Agenda: The UN Ocean Decade Explained | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:43:38 | |
The UN Ocean Decade gives ocean science a roadmap. Alison Clausen, Deputy Global Coordinator of the UN Ocean Decade, explains how the 2021 to 2030 initiative connects ocean research with sustainable development, policy, and public participation. The conversation covers the science-policy-society interface, the role of Indigenous and local knowledge, how projects are endorsed, and what meaningful progress should look like by 2030. Episode Guest: Alison Clausen Ocean Decade Website Here GenOcean to get involved in the Ocean Decade Nice Ocean Conference Outcome Document here Follow the UN Ocean Decade on Instagram @unoceandecade and LinkedIn here Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sea Turtles and Plastic Straws: Ten Years Later | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:36:12 | |
One sea turtle video changed the plastics debate. A decade after the viral footage of a plastic straw being removed from a turtle's nose, marine biologist Dr. Christine Figgener reflects on what that moment changed and what it could not. This Plastic Podcast crossover connects sea turtle research, migration, feeding biology, plastic pollution, science communication, and the complicated path from public attention to lasting marine conservation. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Christine Figgener Learn more about Dr. Christine Figgener on her website Follow Dr. Christine Figgener on Instagram @seaturtlebiologist Order Dr. Christine Figgener’s book My Life with Sea Turtles Watch Dr. Christine Figgener’s video on YouTube Find more of Dr. Christine Figgener’s work on Google Scholar Learn more about sea turtle conservation at SEE Turtles Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Ocean's Safety Nets: Marine Protected Areas | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:43:53 | |
Marine protected areas need more than a boundary. Jamie Blatter of the California Marine Protected Area Collaborative Network explains how MPAs are designed, monitored, and maintained. The conversation explores community partnerships, Tribal participation, climate readiness, and the evidence used to assess whether protection is working. A practical look at how marine protected areas turn ocean research into long-term conservation policy. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Jamie Blatter Learn more about the California Marine Protected Area Collaborative Network Find 500 Queer Scientists Here Further Reading on Queer Ecology Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Our Green Sea: Plankton, CO2, and NASA EXPORTS | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:41:33 | |
Plankton help move carbon into the deep ocean. PhD candidate Erin Jones explains how microzooplankton shape the biological carbon pump, a system that transfers carbon through marine food webs and into deeper waters. Learn why plankton diversity matters, what scientists still do not understand about carbon export, and how NASA EXPORTS connects field measurements with satellite observations to study this climate-regulating process at ocean scale. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Erin Jones Connect with Erin on LinkedIn Learn more about the NASA EXPORTS Program Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Coral Reefstoration Ghana: A New Dive Lab | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:27:21 | |
Ghana's first Dive Lab brings ocean science underwater. George Amadou and filmmaker David Selasi Kuwornu explain how Coral Reef Restoration Ghana trains marine biology students in scuba diving and underwater cinematography. The six-day program addresses barriers to ocean access while building local skills in reef monitoring and science communication. The episode also examines coral reef threats, destructive fishing, and locally led marine conservation in West Africa. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: George Amadou and David Selasi Kuwornu Learn more about Coral Reefstoration Ghana on their Instagram @coralreefsgh Follow Coral Reefstoration Ghana on YouTube Listen to the Wiser World Podcast https://wiserworld.com/ Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Spotting Pseudoscience - All Around Science Drop | 02 Oct 2025 | 01:20:10 | |
How do you tell the difference between sound science and pseudoscience? In this special feed drop from All Around Science, we explore the red flags that signal when claims aren’t backed by real evidence — and how to think critically about the information we encounter every day. At Pine Forest Media, our mission is to make science more accessible, reliable, and engaging. That doesn’t just mean sharing discoveries from the ocean or Antarctica — it also means equipping listeners with the tools to recognize when science is being misrepresented. This episode is a valuable resource for anyone who cares about scientific literacy, public trust, and separating fact from fiction. Listen in for a practical, thoughtful conversation that will leave you better prepared to spot pseudoscience in the wild. Stream the All Around Science on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Find the All Around Science website here More information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Toothfish, Climate Genomics, and the Southern Ocean | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:42:35 | |
Antarctic fish evolved for an ocean near freezing. Marine biologist Dr. Jilda Alicia Caccavo explores pelagic notothenioids, including commercially fished toothfish and the icefish known for colorless blood. Learn how antifreeze proteins and genomic traits support life in the Southern Ocean, how climate genomics reveals population vulnerability, and why changing ocean conditions should inform Antarctic fisheries management. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Jilda Caccavo Learn more about Dr. Jilda Caccavo on her website Find more of Dr. Jilda Caccavo’s work on Google Scholar Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts CeiSt4WDIdvmC1xmWwmU yY6BQrpw3kt731yhHroD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ocean Story Hour: Making Marine Biodiversity Visible | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:38:55 | |
Ocean science only matters if people can connect with it. Science communicator Anabelle Chaumun explains why marine biodiversity is difficult to make visible, why misinformation can outpace evidence, and how ocean storytelling can stay accurate while still feeling human. The episode also introduces EMBRC's network of European marine stations and explores documentary photography, ethics, representation, and science communication as ways to connect research with public life. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Anabelle Chaumun Connect with Anabelle Chaumun on LinkedIn Visit the European Marine Biological Resource Center (EMBRC) website Communications: for science and society, Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur, de la Recherche et de l'Espace by Anabelle Chaumun Artists residencies as part of the TREC expedition EMBRC's latest annual report 2024 A few examples of applications of EMBRC research: Portugal: Preventing a deadly dinner: How EMBRC Portugal’s marine research is keeping dinners safe Greece: Innovative disease control strategies in marine aquaculture EMBRC Political Recommendations Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Science Toward Solutions: 20 Years of Ocean Microplastics | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:47:35 | |
Microplastics research has reshaped the questions. Dr. Winnie Courtene-Jones reviews what ocean microplastics science now shows about sources, movement, accumulation, and effects on marine food webs. The conversation also maps the major unknowns, including nanoplastics, fragmentation rates, and thousands of chemicals associated with plastics. It closes by connecting marine pollution research with policy and negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Dr. Winnie Courtene-Jones Follow Dr. Courtene Jones on Blue Sky Find the article 20 Years of Microplastic Research: What have we learned? Connect with the Scientists’ Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty on LinkedIn Review Dr Courtene-Jones’ publications on Google Scholar Explore artwork by Benjamin Von Wong Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Plastic Podcast: The Truth about Biodegradable Plastics Plastic Podcast: Busan and Beyond - A UN Treaty on Plastics Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| OceanOmics: eDNA to Guide Marine Protection | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:50:10 | |
A bottle of seawater can reveal an entire ecosystem. Dr. Michael Bunce, director of OceanOmics, explains how environmental DNA and genomics detect organisms from microbes to megafauna. Follow an eDNA sample from deck to laboratory to digital dashboards, where AI tools can help interpret complex data for fisheries and marine protected areas. The episode also explores DNA barcoding, species identification, and citizen science in marine monitoring. Episode Guest. Dr. Michael Bunce Find all Dr. Bunce’s publications on Google Scholar Learn more on the OceanOmics webpage and explore the OceanOmics Dashboard Discover the work of the Minderoo Foundation on their website and on Instagram Listen to the other PFM interview with a team of Minderoo scientists on the impacts of plastic on human health Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Blue Carbon in Antarctica: Life Beneath the Sea Ice | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:24:27 | |
Antarctica stores carbon far below the sea ice. Marine ecologist Dr. Nerissa Bax explains Antarctic blue carbon and the role that seafloor communities, including sponge fields and coral gardens, play in carbon uptake and storage. The conversation explores how ice retreat can alter these systems, what researchers still need to measure, and why Southern Ocean conservation and governance matter for protecting a major but under-recognized carbon cycle. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Find Dr. Narissa Bax website here. Read Dr Bax’s publication: The Growing Potential of Antarctic Blue Carbon Find all Dr. Bax’s publications on Google Scholar Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ocean x New York Climate Week | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:29:31 | |
Climate Week put the ocean inside the climate debate. Reporting from New York Climate Week, host Clark Marchese follows the ocean issues shaping a much larger global gathering. The episode connects Indigenous leadership, the changing role of NOAA, coral restoration, conservation finance, and emerging ocean technologies. It is an on-the-ground account of how marine science, policy, and storytelling compete for attention within the climate conversation. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Learn more about New York Climate Week Trump administration pushes ahead with NOAA climate and weather cuts - article from science.org Immerse yourself in the the work of artist Benjamin Van Wong on his website or on Instagram Listen to the Wiser World Podcast https://wiserworld.com/ Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is the Ocean Twilight Zone (and How to Protect It) | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:46:47 | |
The ocean twilight zone is vast, active, and at risk. Ocean Conservancy's Chris Dorsett guides us through the mesopelagic zone, roughly 200 to 1,000 meters below the surface. The episode explores daily vertical migration, biodiversity, the biological carbon pump, and growing interest in industrial fishing and other uses of this little-known ecosystem. It also examines Motion 035 and the case for science-based protection before exploitation expands. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest: Chris Dorsett Learn more about Chris Dorsett and Ocean Conservency here Read Motion 035 Follow the IUCN World Conference and find the full list of motions here Follow Ocean Conservancy on Instagram , Blue Sky, LinkedIn Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Marine Heat Waves and Japanese Meteorology | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:38:30 | |
A marine heat wave can make the land even hotter. Japan Meteorological Agency scientist Hirotaka Sato explains how the 2023 marine heat wave near northern Japan amplified record-breaking summer temperatures onshore. The episode traces ocean-atmosphere heat transfer, cloud and humidity feedbacks, and weakened sea-breeze cooling to show how unusually warm water can intensify extreme heat and complicate climate forecasting and coastal adaptation. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Mr. Hirotaka Sato Find the article we discussed, Impact of an unprecedented marine heatwave on extremely hot summer over Northern Japan in 2023. Review Mr. Sato’s publications on Google Scholar Visit the Japan Meterological Agency’s Website JMA Annual Report on Extreme Cliamte Events JMA Report on Climate Change in Japan 2025 Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Before the Oil Spill: Baseline Ocean Data and Marine Microbes | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:35:51 | |
Oil-spill science starts long before a disaster. Marine microbial oceanographer Dr. Alice Ortmann explains why baseline ocean data are essential for detecting change around offshore oil and gas activity near Newfoundland. Learn what counts as an oil spill, how oil and methane move through the water, and how marine microbes help researchers assess deep sea ecosystem health, pollution risk, and environmental response before and after an incident. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Dr. Alice Ortmann Connect with Dr. Ortamnn on LinkedIn Find Dr. Ortmann’s publications on Google Scholar Visit the Marine Microbiome Forum Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 50 Years of Ocean Science: The R/V Endeavor Retires | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:34:32 | |
For 50 years, one ship carried ocean science to sea. As the R/V Endeavor retires, operations manager Brendan Thornton and veteran captain Chris Arminetti look back on the people, expeditions, and practical work that kept a floating laboratory running. The conversation follows the research vessel's final voyage, its role in training generations of oceanographers, and what its legacy means for the next generation of ocean research infrastructure. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Brendan Thorton and Chris Armanetti Learn more about the R/V Endeavor Here: Meet the next chapter: the Narragansett Dawn Discover the University of Rhode Island’s Oceanographic Research here Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| COP30: Green Power | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:57:23 | |
COP30 exposed the distance between promises and power. Clark Marchese closes the Belém reporting arc with a broader analysis of climate policy, scientific reports, carbon markets, emissions, China's energy transition, the United States' absence, and the meaning of a just transition. With Carola Mejía of Latindadd, the episode examines the Tropical Forest Forever Facility and the tensions among climate finance, Indigenous stewardship, international power, and forest protection. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal 10 New Insights in Climate Science 1600 + fossil fuel lobbyists at COP 30 Climate Home News Indigenous access to COP30 Episode Guest: Carola Mejía Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia and find more resources on our website Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| COP30: Oceans on the Rise? | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:35:24 | |
The ocean took center stage at COP30. This episode of Oceanography explores how ocean science, policy, and lived experience shaped the climate conversations at COP30 in Belém, Brazil. From marine carbon dioxide removal and blue carbon ecosystem restoration to funding gaps and governance challenges, the episode traces how the ocean is increasingly framed as both a climate solution and a site of urgent risk. It also examines what COP30 delivered for the ocean, where progress was made, where ambition fell short, and why adaptation, ocean climate finance, and follow-through remain unresolved. Grounded in reporting from the Ocean Pavilion and informed by broader analysis, this episode reflects on what it really means for oceans to rise on the global climate agenda. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese 10 New Insights in Climate Science for 2025 by Future Earth Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| COP30: Belém Amazônia | 16 Dec 2025 | 01:06:57 | |
Voices from Belém COP30 brought global climate negotiations to Belém, a city where the Amazon meets the sea. This episode offers a grounded introduction to the conference by centering the people who live there. Activist Catarina Nefertari and artist and event producer Danilo Pontes share what the event meant for their communities, the environmental challenges facing Pará, and how local experiences shape the wider climate conversation.Their perspectives connect Amazon conservation, coastal communities, culture, inequality, and environmental policy, grounding COP30 in the city and region hosting it rather than in conference language alone. This is the first part of a three-episode COP30 series, providing essential context on the host city before turning to ocean science and international negotiation dynamics in the episodes ahead. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guests: Catarina Nefertari and Danilo Pontes Learn more about Amazônia de Pé, Our Kid’s Climate, and Laboratório da Cidade. Find Danilo’s artistic portfolio here Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Underwater Rainforests: Kelp Forests and Seaforestation | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:40:16 | |
Kelp forests support wildlife, coastlines, and culture. Scott Bohachyk of Ocean Wise and James LaFlamme of the Tseshaht First Nation discuss kelp forest restoration on Vancouver Island. Learn how seaforestation supports biodiversity, buffers shorelines, and participates in carbon cycling, as well as why Indigenous stewardship shapes where and how restoration happens. The episode treats kelp as an ecosystem and a relationship, not a simple climate technology. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Scott Bohachyk and James LaFlamme Find more about OceanWise and the SeaForestation Project Visit the website of the Tseshaht First Nation The cause of wasting disease, discovered by the Hakai Research Institue Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| From Movie to Movement: The Trees & Seas Film Festival | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:32:32 | |
A film festival can turn a screening into action. Julie Anderson of Plastic Oceans International explains how the Trees & Seas Film Festival links environmental storytelling with community participation. Through participatory film activism and the Blue Communities model, screenings become starting points for local dialogue, education, cleanups, and longer-term conservation work. The episode asks how science communication can move audiences from awareness to involvement.. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guest. Julie Anderson Find more about Plastic Oceans International and the Blue Communities here Learn more about the Trees & Seas Film Festival here Access the SEE Positive Change film library here More on The Illusion of Abundance here Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below: Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is Ocean Deoxygenation? | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:38:23 | |
The ocean is losing oxygen, with effects across food webs. Dr. Sven Pallacks explains ocean deoxygenation, how oxygen enters and moves through seawater, and why oxygen minimum zones develop. The episode connects warming, circulation, dead zones, and marine life, then uses fish ear stones called otoliths to examine past declines in mesopelagic fish. A clear introduction to an invisible change reshaping ocean ecosystems.. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Dr. Sven Pallacks Find Dr. Pallacks’ publications on Google Scholar Read Dr. Pallacks’ article, Ocean deoxygenation linked to ancient mesopelagic fish decline. Visit the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute website Visit the O'DEA Lab here Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Biocultural Coastal Conservation | Ancestral Tides | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:45:47 | |
Ocean conservation can begin with ancestral relationships. Conservation scientist Juan Carlos Cruz explains how the Ancestral Tides initiative supports biocultural conservation with Indigenous and local coastal communities across Latin America. The work brings Indigenous knowledge and marine science together around sea turtle conservation, mangroves, coral reefs, and nesting beaches. The episode centers community leadership, cultural continuity, and long-term coastal conservation rather than presenting one knowledge system as a substitute for another. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Juan Carlos Cruz Visit the Amazon Conservation Team website Visit the Ancestral Tidesw webpage Review the Ancestral Tides Annual Report Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ocean Trenches Explained | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:44:26 | |
Every ocean trench is a world shaped by geology. Professor Alan Jamieson guides a journey into the hadal zone, beginning around 6,000 meters below the surface. Learn how tectonic plates create ocean trenches, why pressure and isolation produce distinct habitats, how life survives at full ocean depth, and what decades of deep ocean exploration have corrected about the popular image of a single empty abyss. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guest: Professor Alan Jamieson Listen to the Deep Sea Podcast! Browse Professor Jamieson’s publications on Google Scholar Visit the Hadal Zone Deep Sea Research Center and follow their work on Instagram Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is the Deep Sea Even Like? | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:56:22 | |
The deep sea is not one dark, featureless place. Deep-sea researcher Dr. Thom Linley maps the ocean below sunlight as a connected world of depth zones with changing pressure, temperature, food, and life. From the bathyal and abyssal zones to hadal trenches, the episode explains how animals adapt, why scientific boundaries are useful but imperfect, and what technology is required for deep ocean exploration. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Special thanks to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for sponsoring this episode. Episode Guests: Dr. Thomas Linley Listen to the Deep Sea Podcast! Browse Dr. Linley’s publications on Google Scholar Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Marine Cloud Brightening: Can Brighter Clouds Cool the Planet? | 07 Apr 2026 | 00:51:50 | |
Brighter marine clouds could cool parts of the ocean. Climate scientist Dr. Jessica Wan explains marine cloud brightening, a proposed solar geoengineering method that would add sea-salt particles to low marine clouds. Learn how stratocumulus clouds reflect sunlight, what climate models suggest about regional cooling, and why scale, uncertainty, side effects, and governance matter. The episode treats marine cloud brightening as a research question, not a ready-made climate solution. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guests: Dr. Jessica Wan Visit Dr. Wan’s Website Review Dr. Wan’s publications on Google Scholar Connect with Dr. Wan on LinkedIn Find Dr. Wan’s articles on MCB in a warmer world and MCB and El Niño Learn more about Justice and Governance about SRM Technologies at DSG Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| mCDR: Can the Ocean Store Our Carbon for Centuries? | 31 Mar 2026 | 00:57:11 | |
Can the ocean keep carbon out of the atmosphere? Oceanographer Dr. Morgan Raven explains marine carbon dioxide removal and the search for environments that can store organic carbon for long periods. The conversation moves through mangroves, fjords, oxygen-poor waters, and deep-sea brines to examine ocean carbon sequestration. It also makes the uncertainties clear, including measurement, ecological risk, coastal differences, and what must be proven before any method can scale. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guests: Dr. Morgan Raven Review Dr. Raven’s publications on Google Scholar Check out the work of the NOISE Lab Listen to COP30: Oceans on the Rise? for more on mCDR 10 New Insights in Climate Science for 2025 by Future Earth Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Stratospheric Aerosol Injection: Should We Reflect More Sunlight? | 14 Apr 2026 | 01:11:34 | |
Reflecting sunlight would also change the ocean. Dr. Kelsey Roberts explores stratospheric aerosol injection through ocean and marine ecosystem models. The conversation examines possible changes to sea surface temperature, ocean chemistry, net primary production, fisheries, and food webs under different scenarios. It also explains why modeling is useful at this early stage and why the uneven ecological, economic, and social trade-offs belong inside any discussion of solar radiation modification. Support our science communication by joining us on Patreon or sending us a gift on PayPal Episode Guests: Dr. Kelsey Roberts Find Dr Robert’s publication on the Potential Impacts of Climate Intervention on Marine Ecosystems Review Dr. Robert’s publications on Google Scholar Find more resources on geoengineering at GeoMIP Learn more about Justice and Governance about SRM Technologies at DSG Listen to COP30: Green Power for more on global climate policy Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A Natural Experiment in the Sky: Shipping, Clouds, and Climate | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:56:50 | |
Cleaner ship fuel created a climate experiment. Meteorologist Dr. Michael Diamond explains how shipping emissions influence cloud formation above the ocean and how the IMO sulfur cap changed that signal. Combined with disruptions to major shipping routes, the policy gave researchers a rare natural experiment for studying aerosols, clouds, and climate. The results also inform current questions about marine cloud brightening without turning past pollution into an argument for deployment. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guests: Dr. Michael Diamond Find Dr. Diamond’s published article on the impacts of the IOM regulation and preprint on the impacts of a changed shipping route. Review Dr. Diamond’s publications on Google Scholar Listen to Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Solar Geoengineering: Who Gets to Decide? | 28 Apr 2026 | 01:05:31 | |
Solar geoengineering is also a question of power. Hassaan Sipra of the Alliance for Just Deliberation on Solar Geoengineering explains the governance and climate justice issues surrounding solar radiation modification. The conversation centers Global South and climate-vulnerable communities, meaningful participation, consent, research transparency, and the absence of robust international rules. It also makes clear that climate intervention cannot replace emissions cuts, adaptation, finance, or loss and damage. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guests: Hassasn Sipra Learn more about justice and SRM on the DSG website. Listen to Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Elephant Seals Can Be Scientists Too | 05 May 2026 | 00:52:55 | |
Elephant seals collect data where ships rarely can. In this South Pole crossover, Dr. Clive McMahon explains how animal-borne sensors turn deep-diving southern elephant seals into partners in Southern Ocean monitoring. The tags collect temperature, salinity, depth, and ocean productivity data, especially during the Antarctic winter. The episode also explores seal behavior, population decline, Antarctic Bottom Water, climate monitoring, and how hard-to-reach observations improve oceanography and weather forecasting If you enjoy this episode, you can find more from South Pole, a series dedicated to the science of Antarctica, on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or all major platforms. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Clive McMahon Review the research publication discussed in the episode here Visit Dr. McMahon’s publications on Google Scholar Visit the website of the Sydney Institute of Marine Sciences Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media Website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, written, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art and PFM logo by Laurel Wong. Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Oceanography on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Climate Change in 2026: Where Are We Now? | 12 May 2026 | 00:31:25 | |
Where does climate change stand as 2026 unfolds? This Green Frequency crossover steps back from the ocean to assess the wider climate system. Climate scientist Dr. Claudio Piani and student activist Averie Gannon examine global emissions, the Paris Agreement, renewable energy progress, and why every fraction of a degree still matters. It is a grounded climate change 2026 briefing on what is improving, where the gaps remain, and why climate action is still consequential. Listen to Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guest: Dr. Claudio Piani Special thanks to the American University of Paris Our World In Data - CO2 emissions, temperature, and per capita trends. The Scientific American - Global Average Temperature Targets International Renewable Energy Agency - The Cost of Renewable Energy Explore the Pine Forest Media digital ecosystem on our website Find the full-length video on YouTube @PineForestPods Follow us on Social Media @pineforestmedia Hosted by Clark Marchese and Averie Gannon Audio Editing by Clark Marchese, Video Editing by Oscar Padula Videography and Set Design by Le Studio Du Passage Cover Art by Laurel Wong Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Oceanography on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Hadal Zone Master Class with Professor Alan | 19 May 2026 | 00:46:51 | |
What happens at the deepest points of the ocean? This week on Oceanography, we’re sharing a special feed drop episode from Deep Sea Pod, hosted by Thomas Linley and Alan Jamieson — two scientists many of you may already recognize from previous Oceanography episodes like What Is the Deep Sea Even Like? and Ocean Trenches Explained. In this episode, Professor Alan Jamieson takes listeners on a deep dive into the hadal zone: the deepest and most extreme region of the ocean, including the massive trenches that extend nearly 11 kilometers beneath the surface. The conversation explores how scientists study these remote environments, what kinds of organisms survive under immense pressure, the history of deep trench exploration, and why the hadal zone remains one of the last great frontiers in marine science. If you enjoy the episode, be sure to check out Deep Sea Pod using the link in the episode description. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guests: Alan Jamieson and Thomas Linley Listen to Deep Sea Pod Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Many Species Are There in the Sea? Marine Taxonomy Explained | 26 May 2026 | 00:23:04 | |
Naming ocean life is the first step toward protecting it. In a live conversation with his former professor, host Clark Marchese asks marine biologist Dr. Manuel Caballero Gutiérrez how many species live in the sea and why the answer remains uncertain. The episode follows marine taxonomy through deep-sea expeditions, DNA analysis, museum collections, and formal species descriptions, connecting species discovery with marine biodiversity, extinction risk, and conservation. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guests: Dr. Manuel Callebar Gutierrez Browse Dr. Callabar Gutierrez's publications on Research Gate Listen to Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Ocean Science Sails the Seven Seas | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:34:27 | |
Not every ocean story gets heard. Ocean science and conservation work happens around the world, but research does not automatically reach the public, policymakers, or even other parts of the ocean community. So what determines which stories break through, and who helps important information travel further? Giacomo Abrusci, founder of Seven Seas Media, joins Oceanography for a conversation about ocean communication, science media, and the people working to connect research with wider audiences. Seven Seas Media has spent more than a decade lowering barriers to participation in ocean conservation, publishing contributors from diverse regions, disciplines, and career stages. The conversation explores why some environmental stories attract attention while others are overlooked, how independent media can connect silos within ocean conservation, and why accessibility, editorial independence, and long-form storytelling matter for science communication. It also turns to the High Seas Treaty, conservation success stories, the realities of environmental decline, and the difference between optimism and agency. What does meaningful ocean action look like when no individual can solve a global problem alone? From scientists and journalists to lawyers, designers, doctors, and community advocates, ocean conservation needs many kinds of expertise. Whatever your skills are, there may be a place for them in protecting the ocean. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guests: Giacomo Abrusci Visit the Seven Seas Media website, connect with them on LinkedIn or follow their YouTube channel. Connect with Giacomo on LinkedIn Listen to Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| From Collapse to Comeback: How Sustainable Fisheries Are Built | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:33:52 | |
Not long ago, the race to catch fish was pushing some U.S. fisheries toward collapse. Fishing seasons became shorter, boats went out in dangerous conditions, and fishermen, scientists, regulators, and conservationists often saw one another as enemies. So how did they begin working together? Amanda Leland, executive director of Environmental Defense Fund and co-author of Sea Change, tells the story of the unlikely coalition that helped transform American fisheries management. Using Gulf red snapper as a case study, she explains how catch shares helped replace the race to fish with a system that gave fishermen greater flexibility and a direct stake in healthier fish populations. The conversation explores science, monitoring, livelihoods, trust, and the early mistakes that shaped better programs, offering a hopeful but hard-won lesson: lasting ocean conservation often begins by working with the people who depend on the resource most. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guests: Amanda Lealand Connect with Amanda Lealand on LinkedIn Find Amanda’s Book, Sea Change Learn more about the work of the Environmental Defense Fund Listen to Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sky Truth: From Satellite Data to Ocean Action | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:42:51 | |
Satellites can reveal what is happening at sea. SkyTruth founder John Amos explains how seeing previously hidden oil slicks from space changed the course of his career, and why he believes environmental data should be free and public. The conversation follows satellite imagery, AIS vessel tracking, and machine learning into tools such as Global Fishing Watch and Cerulean, which make fishing activity and ocean pollution easier to study and respond to. It also examines the limits of satellite ocean monitoring: observation does not automatically prove illegal fishing, coverage remains uneven, and much of the high seas still goes unseen. This is ocean conservation built to move from evidence to policy and action. Support our science communication directly by donating to Pine Forest Media or directly on PayPal Episode Guests: John Amos Visit the Sky Truth website and connect with them on LinkedIn Listen to Pine Forest Media’s NEWEST PODCAST GREEN FREQUENCY Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media website Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram @pineforestmedia Hosted, produced, and edited by Clark Marchese Cover art by Jomiro Eming Theme music by Nela Ruiz Find some more Pine Forest Media podcasts below Listen to Plastic Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to South Pole on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Listen to Something in the Water on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||