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Episode 38: An Interview With Oceanic Horror Producer, & Creator of Santa Rosa Aquarium Lewis Gibson (SquakProductions)!

Welcome to Episode 38 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Oceanic Horror Producer & Creator of Santa Rosa Aquarium Lewis Gibson (SquakProductions) for a comprehensive interview. Lewis Gibson (SquakProductions) is an analog horror producer best known for his web series Santa Rosa Aquarium, which focuses on a mysterious fictional aquarium where people go missing, the animals act strange, & the staff acts stranger. In today’s interview, we sit down with Lewis to discuss his passion for aquariums & the sea, his analog horror journey, his short film Country Lanes, his web series Santa Rosa Aquarium, his creative process, & his advice to aspiring analog horror producers. Sit back, relax, enjoy an entrancing glass of Witch’s Brew, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! For questions, comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to email us at marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail.com. SquakProduction’s YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@squakproductions?si=QZQ0IYqlaP_7UJ3f Resource 1: https://www.worldwildlife.org/resources/facts/freshwater-dolphin-species-and-facts/ Resource 2: https://factanimal.com/colossal-squid/ Resource 3: https://www.marinebio.org/species/colossal-squid/mesonychoteuthis-hamiltoni/ Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/marineenthusiastspodcast Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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6 oct 2026

1:06:34

Episode 37: An Interview With Marine Scientist & Accessibility Advocate Freya Longden!

Welcome to Episode 37 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Marine Scientist & Accessibility Advocate Freya Longden for a comprehensive interview. Freya Longden is a British marine scientist & accessibility advocate hailing from Bristol, UK. She is best known for her work with the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, UK, & her advocacy for accessibility in marine science. In today’s interview, we sit down with Freya to discuss her infectious passion for the ocean, her work in marine science, what ocean literacy looks like, her accessibility journey, what it means to be accessible, how we can learn to be more accessible in ocean spaces, & her advice for young, passionate people looking to make their way in an ocean profession. Sit back, relax, enjoy a crisp glass of non-alcoholic Tarquin’s Gin, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! For questions, comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to email us at marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail.com. Freya Longden’s LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freya-longden-77053325a Resource 1: https://www.nature.com/articles/s42003-025-08390-4.pdf Resource 2: https://www.kaimanaconservation.com/blog/breaking-barriers-overcoming-accessibility-gaps-in-marine-science-careers Resource 3: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0380133025001601 Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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1 oct 2026

51:31

Episode 36: Saltwater Aquariums 101!

Welcome to Episode 36 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, Skylar, & Jenny discuss the basics of having a Saltwater Aquarium! This episode discusses what saltwater aquariums are, what equipment you need for your first saltwater aquarium, what marine critters you can keep, what some big no-nos are, & what some of the major public saltwater aquariums around the world are. Sit back, relax, enjoy some Nerd Gummy Clusters (they look like aquarium substrate), & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast! For questions, comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to email us at marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail.com. Resource 1: https://aquariumstoredepot.com/blogs/news/how-to-setup-a-saltwater-aquarium Resource 2: https://aqua-dreams.com/pages/saltwater-101 Resource 3: https://www.fishtankworld.com/starting-a-saltwater-aquarium-for-beginners/ The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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6 sept 2026

14:22

Episode 35: An Interview With Science Communicator, Librarian, & Author Elaine M. Alexander

Welcome to Episode 35 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Science Communicator, Youth Services Librarian, & Children’s Book Author Elaine M. Alexander! Elaine M. Alexander is a librarian & author known for her books Giant Cuttlefish: Chameleon of the Sea, & Anglerfish: The Seadevil of the Deep. In today’s episode, we sit down with Elaine M. Alexander to discuss her career, the background, books, what its like doing science communication to children, her advice to young marine authors, & the duality of the sea. Sit back, relax, crack open a bottle of Foxon Park Soda, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! For questions, comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to email us at marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail.com. Elaine M. Alexander’s Website: https://www.elainemalexander.com Resource 1: https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/giant-cuttlefish/ Resource 2: https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/marine-animals/giant-cuttlefish-point-lowly Resources 3: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/fish/facts/anglerfish The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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30 ago 2026

1:02:00

Episode 34: An Interview with Marine Parasitologist, & Marine Invertebrate Zoologist Dr. Jeb Byers!

Welcome to Episode 34 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Invasive Species Ecologist, Marine Parasitologist, & Marine Invertebrate Zoologist Dr. Jeb Byers! Jeb Byers is a professor, marine ecologist, marine parasitologist, & invasive species researcher known for his work with the University of Georgia. In today’s interview, we sit down with Dr. Jeb Byers to discuss his career, background, the ongoing screw-worm infestation in the United States, parasites, his advice to early-career ocean professionals, & how, sometimes, when the world hands you invasive species, the only thing you can do is make lemonade. Sit back, relax, enjoy a tall glass of Georgian Sweet Tea, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! For questions, comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to email us at marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail.com. Dr. Jeb Byers’s Laboratory Website: https://jebyers.ecology.uga.edu Resource 1: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/invasive/what-are-invasive-species.htm Resource 2: https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/invasive-species Resources 3: https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/species-profiles-list RadioLab Episode on Screw-Worm: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZZugDL2Pk1CP6evBu56yr?si=fQsJsxwOSICPRVWgCdKYJA&utm_source=copy-link The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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16 jul 2026

46:04

Episode 33: Marine Technology!

Welcome to Episode 33 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, Skylar, & Jenny discuss the wondrous uses of Marine Technology! Marine Technology is used in a variety of ways to measure, monitor, & assess the health of the sea. From Sonar to ROV’s, marine technology is used across the spectrum to research the sea. This episode discusses everything from Turtle Exclusion Devices, to Satellite Telemetry, to the Great Bubble Barrier. Sit back, relax, enjoy a crisp glass of blue Gatorade, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast! For questions, comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to email us at marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail.com. Resource 1: https://oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/ocean-fact/rov/ Resource 2: https://scienceinsights.org/what-is-satellite-telemetry-and-how-does-it-work/ Resource 3: https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/sonar.html The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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4 jul 2026

25:28

Episode 32: An Interview with Environmental Activist & Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago Devin McAllester!

Welcome to Episode 32 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Environmental Activist & Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago, Devin McAllester! Devin McAllester is a surfer, environmental activist, & the Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago. In today’s episode, we sit down to discuss the Surf Rider Foundation, his career in environmental activism, beach access around Chicago, the art of surfing, & his advice for young passionate environmentalists seeking to make a difference. Sit back, relax, enjoy a crisp swig of Sunny D, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast! Surf Rider-Chicago Website: https://chicago.surfrider.org Resource 1: https://www.surfrider.org Resource 2: https://bwtf.surfrider.org Resources 3: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/facilities/beaches The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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9 jun 2026

36:07

Episode 31: Harmful Algal Blooms!

Welcome to Episode 31 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, & Skylar, discuss the visually spectacular & ecologically concerning phenomenon of Harmful Algal Blooms! Harmful Algal Blooms occur when there is an over proliferation of algae in body water, either freshwater or saltwater. They are most often caused by diatoms, dinoflagellates, or cyanobacteria. They are associated with an over abundance of nutrients, & typically occur during Spring, & Fall. Sit back, relax, enjoy a cucumber lemonade, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast! Resource 1: https://www.cdc.gov/harmful-algal-blooms/about/index.html Resource 2: https://www.epa.gov/habs Resource 3 https://www.noaa.gov/what-is-harmful-algal-bloom The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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26 may 2026

14:41

Episode 30: An Interview with Ocean Conservationist & Vice Chair of Surf-Rider Chicago, Quentin Rodgers!

Welcome to Episode 30 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Ocean Conservationist & Vice Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago Quentin Rodgers to discuss his passion for marine science, his passion for surfing, the wonder of Tasmanian devils, his work with Surf Rider-Chicago, & his advice for young passionate environmentalists. We thank Quentin for taking the time to sit down with us for this recording! Sit back, relax, enjoy a crisp glass of fresh coconut water, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast! Surf Rider-Chicago Website: https://chicago.surfrider.org Resource 1: https://www.surfrider.org Resource 2: https://bwtf.surfrider.org Resource 3: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/facilities/beaches The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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21 may 2026

39:19

Episode 29: An Interview Marine Biologist & Science Communicator Gerard Loisel!

Welcome to Episode 29 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with renowned marine biologist Gerard Loisel to discuss his passion for marine life, his career in science communication, his marine biology camps, & his advice for young passionate people looking to make their way into an ocean profession. We thank Gerard for taking the time to sit down with us for this recording! Sit back, relax, enjoy a crisp glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast! Gerard Loisel’s Website: https://marinebiologycamp.net Resource 1: https://pressbooks.pub/tropicalmarinebio/chapter/spotted-drum/ Resource 2: https://animalia.bio/spotted-drum Resource 3: https://facts.net/nature/animals/15-spotted-drum-fish-facts/ The Persaud Foundation Online Courses: https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/courses Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiasts Our Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod Our BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.social Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Babbel Partnership: https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q

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21 may 2026

1:08:30

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