Dr. Wallace J. Nichols is the bestselling author of Blue Mind, co-founder of SEE Turtles, marine biologist, water-lover, turtle nerd, embarrassing Dad & creator of useful words. This interview covers the creation of SEE Turtles & the Blue Mind concept, how Blue Mind and seeing sea turtles can make you happier and healthier, & more. This interview was recorded during the SEE Turtles Virtual Celebration in March 2022.

Links:

• Blue Mind Network

• Support J. on Patreon

• Purchase Blue Mind

Whales of Guerrero is an inspiring research program on Mexico's Pacific coast. From studying humpback whales to promoting education and public health, this organization empowers the community of Barra de Potosi to solve its own problems. This inspiring program is a model for how conservationists can protect wildlife by meeting the needs of local people.

Guest: Katherina Audley, Whales of Guerrero

Links:

• Whales of Guerrero

Episode Date: Sep 23, 2020

Journalists Sharon Guynup & Steve Winter have covered some of the most important stories of tigers and other big cats for National Geographic and other publications. This episode, we discuss the US captive tiger industry, Thailand's Tiger Temple, and protecting tigers in Myanmar and India. We also discuss racial justice in the environmental community. 

Links:

• Websites for Sharon Guynup & Steve Winter

• Washington Post article on Racial Justice in the Environmental Movement

• Tiger articles:

  • Captive Tigers in the US Outnumber Those In The Wild: Nat Geo

  • Tiger Temple Accused of Supplying Black Market: Nat Geo

• Tiger organizations mentioned:

  • Wildlife Protection Society of India

  • Environmental Investigation Agency

Episode Date: Aug 24, 2020

Photo by Steve Winter

As little as 15 years ago, many experts thought hawksbill turtles along the Pacific coast of the America’s was too far gone to recover. Now an inspiring group of people are helping bring this turtle back.

Guests: Dr. Alex Gaos (NOAA), Ingrid Yanez (ICAPO), Mike Liles (ProCosta), Jose Urteaga (Stanford University), and Katie Frohardt (Wild Earth Allies).

Links:

• Too Rare To Wear

• Wild Earth Allies: Website & Uncle Elephant Video

• Eastern Pacific Hawksbill Initiative

• Fauna & Flora Nicaragua

• ProCosta (Facebook page)

Episode Date: July 29, 2020

Eastern Pacific hawksbill. Photo by Allison Shelley for Wild Earth Allies

Dr. Carr, or Archie as he preferred, is a towering figure in the field of conservation biology. His pioneering work has left a lasting impact on research and conservation of sea turtles and many other species. This episode features stories from colleagues and family about his life and work.

Guests: Dr. Archie (Chuck) Carr III, Dr. Karen Bjorndal (University of Florida), Dr. Anne Meylan, & David Godfrey (Sea Turtle Conservancy).

Links: Archie Carr Biography (Sea Turtle Conservancy)

Episode Date: June 9, 2020

Dr. Archie Carr. Photo courtesy Sea Turtle Conservancy