Episode 1: What is the Blue Economy with Dr. Nathan Churches

In this episode of "Doing What Works: Exploring the Blue Economy," host Ashanti Blaize-Hopkins delves into the world of sustainable aquaculture with Dr. Nathan Churches, co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Holdfast Aquaculture. Dr. Churches shares his journey from working at a local marina to founding a company dedicated to strengthening and expanding the sustainable aquaculture industry. The conversation explores the concept of the blue economy, the importance of aquaculture in maintaining ocean health, and the challenges and successes of starting a company in this field.

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