Episodes

March 18, 2024

Protecting Whales and Penguins through Marine Protected Areas

This episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast discusses the extension of no-fishing zones in marine protected areas in the South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands to protect penguins and baleen whales like humpback w…
March 15, 2024

Got Climate/Ocean Anxiety? Try Talking About the Climate/Oceans. Here is how I talk about Climate/Ocean Conservation.

Andrew Luen shares his tips and experiences on effectively communicating about ocean conservation and climate change. He emphasizes the importance of communication in addressing climate anxiety and highlights his strategy fo…
March 13, 2024

Bridging Gaps: How FINstitute Connects Students and Conservation Projects

Andrew Lewin interviews Aaliyah Banship and Luca Hoffecker, founders of FINstitute, a student organization at James Cook University in Australia. Aaliyah and Luca, both master's students in marine science and conservation, s…
March 11, 2024

Navigating the High Seas Treaty: A Year in Review

Andrew Lewin is joined by Nichola Clark, director of the Ocean Governance Team, to discuss the progress made since the High Seas Treaty was agreed upon a year ago. They explore what still needs to be done to bring about ocea…
March 8, 2024

Navigating Climate Anxiety: Tips for Coping and Taking Action

Andrew Lewin addresses the growing issue of climate anxiety and offers three research-based strategies to help cope with these feelings of powerlessness. Listeners are encouraged to take action and make a difference for the …
March 6, 2024

Hollywood's Influence: Changing the Climate Narrative

Andrew Lewin dives into the world of Hollywood's influence on climate change storytelling with guest Anna Jane Joyner, founder of Good Energy. They explore how Hollywood screenwriters are shaping narratives to raise awarenes…
March 4, 2024

Unveiling the Secret Lives of Humpback Whales: A Groundbreaking Discovery

Andrew Lewin discusses the recent discovery of photographs capturing humpback whales engaging in copulation. The episode features Stephanie Stack from the Pacific Whale Foundation to delve into the surprising details of this…
March 1, 2024

Underwhelmed at the Great Barrier Reef: A Representative Review?

Andrew Lewin delves into the topic of the Great Barrier Reef after a viral TikTok video sparked controversy about its condition. He shares a personal anecdote about a vacation in the Dominican Republic and his passion for di…
Feb. 28, 2024

Diving Deep into Science Communication: My Workflow Revealed

Andrew Lewin discusses his workflow for creating consistent science communication content on both his podcast and YouTube channel. He delves into how he manages to post three times a week for the audio podcast and two episod…
Feb. 26, 2024

Charlotte the Stingray: A Surprising Pregnancy Story Unveiled

Andrew Lewin discusses the surprising story of a stingray in an aquarium getting pregnant despite being alone for eight years.  Follow a career in conservation: Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers …
Feb. 23, 2024

To Buy or Not to Buy: Navigating Sustainable Choices in a Consumer Society

Andrew Lewin delves into the dilemma of purchasing environmentally friendly products while striving to reduce consumption. He reflects on the challenge of minimizing his impact on the planet and questions whether buying less…
Feb. 22, 2024

Arctic Meltdown: Impacts on Wildlife and Climate Change

Andrew Lewin delves into the significant changes occurring in the Arctic due to climate change. He highlights the drastic ice melt and its impact on the Arctic environment and its inhabitants. Andrew emphasizes the importanc…
Feb. 21, 2024

Scientists Find More Coral Reefs Equivalent to the Size of Ireland: Will It Help in Their Conservation?

Andrew Lewin discusses the impact of climate change on coral reefs. Despite the challenges they face, it is revealed that there are 25% more coral reefs than previously thought. Tune in to learn why this discovery is signifi…
Feb. 20, 2024

Navigating the Challenges: Why One-Fifth of Migratory Species Are at Risk

Andrew discusses a new report revealing that one-fifth of migratory species on land, freshwater, and in the ocean are at risk of extinction. He explores the two major causes behind this issue and suggests ways to address it.…
Feb. 16, 2024

Beware of Crocs: Why Ignoring Warning Signs Can Have Deadly Consequences

Today's episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast highlights the importance of heeding warning signs on beaches, particularly in areas like Cardwell, Australia, where crocodile dangers persist. Host Andrew Lewin emphas…
Feb. 14, 2024

Defamation and Climate Science: Did the Lawsuit Send a Message

Andrew Lewin discusses a lawsuit involving Dr. Michael Mann, a prominent climate scientist. Dr. Mann sued Rand Simberg and Mark Stein for defamatory online posts made over a decade ago by the Competitive Enterprise Institute…
Feb. 12, 2024

Trawling Bans and Illegal Fishing: A Growing Problem in India

Andrew Lewin discusses the issue of trawling and the challenges it poses for the government of India. Despite growing concerns about the negative impact of trawling on the environment, the Indian government has been slow to …
Feb. 9, 2024

From Distress to Freedom: The Incredible Journey of Trapped Orcas

Andrew Lewin discusses the recent incident of a pod of orcas trapped in ice off the coast of Japan. He explains how a researcher discovered the stranded orcas and alerted the authorities, leading to widespread concern and vi…
Feb. 7, 2024

Exploring the Role of Science Communication in Marine Science and Conservation

Science communication plays a crucial role in ocean conservation. Andrew emphasizes the significance of science communication in marine science and conservation. The lack of public understanding of the ocean and its conserva…
Feb. 5, 2024

Water Quality Crisis in Florida: The Economic Impacts on Tourism

Andrew Luen discusses the impact of water quality issues on tourism in Florida. He starts by sharing his personal association of Florida with sunny skies and blue waters; however, he highlights that there is something happen…
Feb. 2, 2024

Reaching Out to Politicians and International Adaptation of Motion4TheOcean

Andrew catches up with Emily Cunnigham, who has been involved in various marine conservation projects. They discuss the changes that have occurred since their previous podcast appearances, including starting a consultancy. E…
Jan. 31, 2024

Are Orcas getting a bad reputation? The Impact of Viral Videos on Animal Reputations

Andrew Lewin explores the topic of orcas and their reputation in the media. He discusses how animals, like orcas and sharks, can quickly develop a negative image due to media perceptions. Andrew highlights an article from NB…
Jan. 29, 2024

Carbon Release from Bottom Trawling: A Concern for the Ocean that can't be ignored

In this episode, we explore the destructive impact of trawling, an unsustainable fishing method that is contributing to overfishing and the degradation of the ocean. We discuss how trawling destroys the ocean floor and its p…
Jan. 26, 2024

Protecting the Deep Sea: Uncovering the Hidden Benefits for Medicine and Biodiversit

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin explores the potential risks of deep-sea mining and why it may not be a good idea. He discusses a recent study that highlights the importance of prot…