Explore the ocean floor is more than a scientific ambition; it is a global necessity. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, Andrew Lewin speaks with Tim Kearns, Executive Director of Map the Gaps, about the upcoming Ocean Floor Explorer conference in Victoria, BC. They discuss why mapping…
Fighting overfishing with AI is no longer science fiction; it’s reality. Satellites and artificial intelligence are now exposing illegal fishing in marine protected areas, including those in some of the most remote parts of our ocean. In this episode, I break down how a new study uncovered untracked vessels in…
Indigenous relationships with the ocean reveal powerful ways of understanding stewardship, culture, and conservation. This episode highlights how Indigenous communities have long held knowledge that connects people with marine ecosystems, guiding sustainable practices and deep respect for biodiversity. Indigenous relationships are also about resilience, as communities navigate challenges like climate…
WTO fisheries subsidies agreement is finally real, and this clip lays out what those first steps look like in practice. You will hear how the new rules target subsidies that prop up illegal and unsustainable fishing, what early implementation means for transparency and reporting, and why accountability will make or…
Fisheries subsidies fuel overfishing when they prop up fleets that are no longer economically viable, so this clip breaks down how the new WTO Agreement targets the worst types of support and what that means for enforcement on the water. You will hear plain-language examples of how subsidy bans hit…
Tackling illegal fishing is one of the most urgent challenges in global ocean governance, and harmful subsidies have only made the problem worse. In this clip, Daniel Skerritt explains how the new WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement is designed to cut financial support for vessels engaged in illegal, unreported, and unregulated…
Fisheries subsidies are at the heart of one of the most important global trade agreements for the ocean. In this episode, I sit down with Dan Skeritt to break down the World Trade Organization’s new Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, discuss why it matters, and explore its implications for countries around…
Ocean Book you need to read introduces listeners to Sea Change by Amanda Leland, a powerful and hopeful exploration of how individuals and communities can unite to protect our oceans. Amanda draws from her expertise and experience to highlight the urgency of tackling climate change, overfishing, and pollution, while also…
Great white shark DNA is one of the most puzzling mysteries in marine biology. Recent research has revealed that despite being one species, great whites have split into three distinct genetic groups across the globe. What’s even stranger: their nuclear DNA and mitochondrial DNA tell conflicting stories, leaving scientists scratching…
