How To Protect The Ocean

Dive into the Depths: Join Andrew Lewin on 'How to Protect the Ocean' – Your Gateway to Exclusive Ocean Insights! Explore the latest, uncharted realms of ocean science and conservation that you won't find anywhere else. Andrew takes you on an inspiring journey to uncover the hidden gems of oceanic discovery and initiatives. Tune in to discover how you can transform your life for a better ocean, one episode at a time.

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July 3, 2025

Ocean Conservation Disconnect with People: Straws, Sharks, and Science Barriers

Ocean Conservation Disconnect defines the state of ocean conservation today, where public enthusiasm rarely translates into real impact. The viral plastic straw campaign proved that a simple symbol could spark global conversa...

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July 1, 2025

Tuna Sustainability and The Work of the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation

Tuna sustainability is more than a buzzword—it’s a complex challenge tackled head-on by the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF). In this episode, Susan Jackson , ISSF President, joins host Andrew Lewin to u...

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June 26, 2025

How French Polynesia Protected 4.8 Million km² of Ocean: The World’s Largest MPA

French Polynesia marine protected area is now the largest in the world, covering nearly 4.8 million square kilometers of ocean. This groundbreaking conservation effort was announced during the United Nations Ocean Conference ...

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June 21, 2025

The Problem with Seaweed Aquaculture: Hidden Threats to Marine Life

The problem with seaweed aquaculture is that it’s not always as ocean-friendly as it seems. While seaweed farming is often praised as a climate solution—able to sequester carbon, improve water quality, and support sustainable...

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June 19, 2025

UN Ocean Conference 2025: Big Promises, Global Funding, and the Push for Ocean Protection

UNOC 2025 brought major headlines in ocean conservation—from billions pledged to protect biodiversity, to significant movement on the High Seas Treaty. In this episode, Andrew Lewin returns from the UN Ocean Conference in Nic...

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June 15, 2025

Why Cayman Islanders Voted to Stop a Cruise Ship Pier and Save Their Reef

Why Cayman Islanders Voted against a massive cruise ship pier is a rare and powerful story of reef protection over profit. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean , Andrew Lewin unpacks the bold decision by Cayman citizen...

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June 11, 2025

How US Climate Policy Affects Renewable Energy and Ocean Conservation

Climate policy in the U.S. has taken a wild ride in recent years. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean , I speak with Chris Moyer, founder of Echo Communication Advisors, about the turbulent shifts in federal policy—es...

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June 8, 2025

Oceans Day: A Message of Hope and Action for Ocean Conservation

Oceans Day is more than a date on the calendar—it’s a moment to reflect on the state of our blue planet and our role in protecting it. In this heartfelt episode, Andrew Lewin shares a personal message for Oceans Day 2025 (and...

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June 6, 2025

Surfacing Secrets: Mavericks and Visionaries

Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) began as a bold idea—to create a real-time, always-on listening system for the ocean. In this episode, Surfacing Secrets: Mavericks and Visionaries , we go behind the scenes with the people who mad...

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June 5, 2025

Ocean Conservation and the Rise of the WaveMaker Movement

Ocean conservation is more than protecting ecosystems—it’s about empowering people to lead change. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean , Andrew, Serena, and Amanda explore the WaveMaker identity, what it means to be p...

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July 17, 2023

Record Sea Surface Temperatures and Climate Ambitions

According to the podcast episode, the shipping industry is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It is revealed that if international shipping were a country, it would rank among the top 10 carbon dioxide emitters based on ann…

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July 15, 2023

ECONCRETE: An Innovative Solution for Protecting Marine Life

ECONCRETE is a business idea founded by Dr. Ido Sella, a marine biologist, and entrepreneur, with the aim of creating environmentally beneficial concrete. Dr. Sella recognized the need for concrete structures that could support and promote the growt…

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July 10, 2023

The Fascinating Discovery That is Reshaping Our Understanding of Octo…

This episode emphasizes the significance of exploring and studying deep-sea ecosystems and species to comprehend and preserve the delicate balance of the ocean's food chain. The discovery highlights the role of deep-sea habitats, such as hydrotherma…

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