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Sea People

por Seafoam Studio

Naturaleza Sociedad y Cultura

Temporada 1

Scuba Queen USA - Building Confidence through Conservation

This week on the pod, Michelle is in conversation with Marina Stevens, Director of Miss Scuba Queen USA, catching up on their shared experience as pageant sisters in the Miss California/Miss America program back in the day and how that led Marina to taking the helm of her current non-profit promoting women’s empowerment and leadership through scuba diving and conservation. A third-generation scuba diver and fellow science educator, Marina has traveled the world sharing her passion for marine animals with community while mentoring and uplifting various generations of female divers and leaders. *Small amendment: Michelle and Marina participated in Miss California 2013 together and Marina went ahead to win Miss California in 2014. Plugs & Recommendations: Find out more about the Miss Scuba Queen USA program and enter to win a chance to compete in Malaysia winter 2027: https://www.scubaqueenusa.com/ Follow them on Instagram: @scubaqueenusa Attend DEMA Dive Show in November: https://www.dema.org/ Stay safe with DAN Dive Insurance (Divers Alert Network): https://dan.org/ Partnership organizations and products: Stream2Sea & Coconut Smuggler& Slip Ins Feedback is a gift Drop a note here if you would like to share your thoughts: https://forms.gle/uXFDje6ecA2K33Zu5

Marine Protected Areas, People & Policy

On this episode of the Sea People Podcast, Michelle journeys into the heart of marine conservation through the lens of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) with three passionate advocates: Anupa, Lorena, and Valentina. Each guest shares their unique background, experiences, and how film making, policy, and public perception have created challenges and opportunities for change. Plugs & Recs: Fish ON AIR Podcast: https://fishonair.riverside.com/ Instagram: @fishon_conservation Website: fishon.us Trailer: MISHOPSHNO Official Trailer For screenings: www.mishopshnofilm.com Petition link: Advocate for Mishopshno. Sign the Petition. Follow updates from Valentina and Lorena on Instagram: @buffalo_native and @lorenaliveslife More ocean orgs: Latinx-led grassroots environmental justice org: https://azul.org Empowering next-gen indigenous scientists https://www.oceanorigins.org/ Any comments, suggestions and feedback, please use this form: https://forms.gle/vjG7R9ycwLNw1DA8A Sea People is a production by Seafoam Studio Original music by Michelle Chang

Nymph to NAUI SCUBA Certified

In the third episode of Sea People, Michelle shares stories of self-discovery in unexpected places through SCUBA certification and finding community in movement with former design peer, mentor/manager, and current friend, Ellen Butler. As recovering perfectionists, they cover seeing the world through the curiosity of a child's eyes, doing something just for yourself, the joy of learning something new, and feeling embodied while finding our truest selves beyond the acronyms. Plugs & Recommendations: Maggie O'Farrell's Land - Best-selling and award-winning author of Hamnet Ask the Storybots on Netflix Storygraph - a place to tracking your reading Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead If you find yourself in Des Moines, take one of Ellen's classes at Rooted Fitness and BLACKBOX movement space Any comments, suggestions and feedback, please use this form: https://forms.gle/vjG7R9ycwLNw1DA8A Sea People is a production by Seafoam Studio Original music by Michelle Chang

Stories of the Sea - Cool Corals, Critters & Community

In this second episode of Sea People, Michelle has returning guests - marine scientists Meg Burke and Terry Gosliner, two long-time researchers with the California Academy of Sciences. They cover several weighty subjects including coral reefs and grief, as well as the sheer volume of biodiversity of creatures that are currently being discovered and yet to be seen. Space is given to honor the life and efforts of Kent Carpenter, a renowned ichthyologist, who has moved the museum and research world with his life's work in the Philippines and around the world. Terry shares his partnership with innovative aquatics wear company Waterlust, which aims to spread scientific awareness of ocean conservation in the form of coral lab funding through fashion-forward swimwear. Any comments, suggestions and feedback, please use this form: https://forms.gle/vjG7R9ycwLNw1DA8A Sea People is a production by Seafoam Studio Original music by Michelle Chang

Stories of the Sea - Making Science Accessible and Actionable

In this first episode of the Sea People Podcast, Michelle is in conversation with marine scientists Meg Burke and Terry Gosliner, two long-time researchers with the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, exploring their experiences and insights on ocean conservation. The conversation covers their fondest and earliest memories of the ocean, the significance of science in understanding marine ecosystems, and how individuals can translate their passion for the ocean into actionable efforts. They discuss the role of citizen science, the importance of funding for conservation initiatives, and share personal messages of hope for future generations regarding the ocean's health and our responsibility towards it. Any comments, suggestions and feedback, please use this form: https://forms.gle/vjG7R9ycwLNw1DA8A Sea People is a production by Seafoam Studio Original music by Michelle Chang

Sea People: An Introduction

Consider this a brief introduction on the what and why of Sea People. Join me, Michelle, on a journey through the depths of human experiences intertwined with the ocean. I’ll be chatting with marine biologists, artists, and folks of all stripes who share their unique stories on this vast, under-explored underwater world. As someone who grew up by the sea, I’ve learned to find my voice and want to highlight others' whose passion and expertise inspires curiosity and creativity towards our shared water planet. Hope you'll enjoy the conversations and explore alongside us as Sea People.