Season 1
Feb. 20, 2025
The Plastic Straw Ban Failed – Here’s What We Can Learn to Protect Our Oceans
The plastic straw ban was meant to be a win for the environment—but why did it fail? In this video, we break down what went wrong, why people resisted, and what behavioral science teaches us about designing better conservati…
Feb. 19, 2025
New Eco-Friendly Ice, Glice Synthetic Ice, Lower Energy Skating Alternative, Sustainable Skating Rink
Are you a figure skater, hockey player, or just love gliding on ice? ❄️ Imagine skating on a surface that feels like real ice—but with zero refrigeration and lower energy costs! ⚡🌍 In this video, we explore Glice, an innov…
Feb. 17, 2025
Killer Whales vs. Great White Sharks: Genetic Proof of Predation! 🦈🐋
Did you know that killer whales (Orcinus orca) are taking down great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias) in South Africa? 🦈🐋 In this video, we break down groundbreaking research that provides genetic evidence of orcas hunt…
Feb. 13, 2025
The War on Science: Why NOAA and the EPA Are Under Attack
In this episode, we explore the alarming assault on science happening within the U.S. government, specifically targeting NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agen…
Feb. 12, 2025
How Storytelling Connects People and Climate Change | Tao Leigh Goffe Interview
Andrew Lewin and Tao Leigh Goffe dive deep into the intersection of storytelling, culture, and the urgent issue of climate change with renowned scholar Tao Leigh Goffe. Through an engaging conversation, we explore how storyt…
Feb. 10, 2025
Are Harmful Algal Blooms Affecting Whales? New study's results being questioned
Are harmful algal blooms (HABs) endangering whales? In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, we explore how HABs might disorient whales, putting them in dangerous situations. Drawing on insights from studies and an artic…
Feb. 6, 2025
Polar Bears Affected by Climate Change
Polar bears affected by climate change saw the Hudson Bay population decrease from 1,200 individuals to 600 individuals. We explore the alarming decline of polar bear populations in the western part of Hudson Bay, Canada. Sc…
Feb. 5, 2025
Sustainable Alcohol Brand, Holistic Spirits Co Gets B Corp Status
Sustainable alcohol brand, Holistic Spirits Co. gets B Corp status and Amy Holmwood, Founder and CEO of Holistic Spirits Co., is here to talk about how her company is transforming the alcoholic beverage industry through sust…
Feb. 3, 2025
Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles In Florida Needed Rescue: This is What Happened
Cold-Stunned sea turtles in Florida needed rescue after they were caught in a cold snap in the ocean. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, we dive into the dramatic rescue of 17 sea turtles found cold-stunned off the…
Jan. 31, 2025
Why Ocean Conservation Policies Are Falling Behind (And How We Fix It)
Governments worldwide are failing to keep up with the urgent need for ocean conservation policies. From climate change to overfishing and plastic pollution, we see the effects of delayed action everywhere. In this episode of…
Jan. 29, 2025
Bait Ball in Australia Surprised Beachgoers at Manly Beach
This bait ball in Australia surprised beachgoers at Manly Beach last week as three separate bait balls combined to form one huge ball. The bait ball is a natural process that fish use to help protect themselves against preda…
Jan. 27, 2025
Deep Sea Mining: What Happened In 2024?
Deep sea mining: what happened in 2024? You need to know about the industry activity that occurred in 2024. The was a leadership change in the International Seabed Authority (ISA), Norway was going to explore deep sea mining…
Jan. 24, 2025
New Ocean Policies Canceled that Impact the Ocean
In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the significant executive actions Donald Trump took on his first day in office that will impact ocean policies. The episode highlights se…
Jan. 22, 2025
Solar Panels on Boats Is The Future
Solar panels on boats are the future of boating not because it's good for the environment (that is just a bonus), but because the engines are quiet and there is no smell. Host Andrew Lewin interviews Simon Angus, the CEO of …
Jan. 20, 2025
No, Offshore Wind Does Not Cause Whale Strandings
No, offshore wind does not cause whale strandings as stated by NOAA, the Marine Mammal Commission, and other government agencies. The rumor was started and perpetuated by the current president of the United States, Donald Tr…
Jan. 17, 2025
Is Renewable Energy is Cost-Effective?
In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Angelo interviews Mark Zacharias, the Executive Director of Clean Energy Canada. The discussion centers around a rebuttal to an article published by the Fraser In…
Jan. 15, 2025
Sparkling Water Without Plastic Bottles (from your taps)
Sparkling water without plastic bottles is not only good for your health (plastic bottles can cause health problems). In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host Andrew Lewin interviews Marcus O'Donovan, …
Jan. 13, 2025
California Wildfires: The Devastating Impact of Climate Change
In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, emphasizing the significant role climate change plays in their occurrence and intensity. Lewin hi…
Jan. 10, 2025
Environmental Protections Before the Next President
Environmental protections before the next president could be sworn in were implemented to help save 625 million acres of ocean from oil and gas exploration. In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host And…
Jan. 8, 2025
From Engineer to Ocean Advocate: Carlos Mallo's Journey with Innoceana
In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host Andrew Lewin interviews Carlos Mallo, the founder and CEO of Innoceana, an innovative marine conservation organization. Carlos shares his journey from being an …
Jan. 6, 2025
Not again...Orca Mourns Second Calf Since 2018
Orca mourns second calf since 2018 in a devastating report that J35 was seen floating her dead calf on January 1st, 2025. In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the tragic story …
Jan. 3, 2025
It Takes a Village to Protect the Ocean
It takes a village to protect the ocean even though ocean conservation can sometimes feel lonely. Leaning on your community can help to inspire you to take more action for the sea. In this episode of the "How to Protect the …
Jan. 1, 2025
Sea Turtle Conservation in Florida is Hard
Sea Turtle Conservation in Florida is hard and it's about to get harder with the onset of increased intensity of hurricanes and increased sea level rise. Sea Turtle Conservation has been successful over the past few decades …
Dec. 30, 2024
Where Do Whales Live? The Federal Government Wants To Map Where They Go
Where do whales live? Where do they go? These are just some of the questions the US federal government would like to answer by introducing a bill (H.R. 10292) called the Whale CHARTS Act. In this episode of the How to Protec…