American Shoreline Podcast Network

Christopher Esposito, Ph. D., Research Scientist with The Water Institute of the Gulf, joins the podcast to discuss his journey from being an educator in a New Orleans math classroom to a leading scientist helping understand and inform coastal restoration efforts on Louisiana’s coast. Chris discusses the newly-launched Bay Denesse Living Lab Initiative , a physical site in Plaquemines Parish where...

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham welcome Carl A. Brasseaux and Donald W. Davis back to the show to talk about their newly released book, Asian-Cajun Fusion: Shrimp from the Bay to the Bayou . Carl and Don were last on the show in as part of our live coverage of the Social Coast Forum in February of 2020. At that time the book was still in development. Carl and Don wor...

Human beings crave community and the feeling of belonging but we live in a world that can feel increasingly isolating, this can leave people feeling frustrated and powerless. During this episode of the Sea Change Podcast, Jenna and her guest Anna Ziai explore the power that community building and well-informed, just policy can have in empowering people and mitigating the impacts of climate change....

On the July episode of the WaterLog podcast, Howard and Dan discuss legislative proposals to reform the National Flood Insurance Program, the status of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022, and FY23 Energy & Water Appropriations.

On this week’s podcast, Jacques is joined by Arthur J. Johnson, CEO, of the Lower 9th Ward Center for Sustainable Engagement and Development (CSED). Arthur was recently recognized by the River Network for his leadership and impact on communities along the Mississippi River. Arthur discusses new programs at CSED, including glass recycling for coastal restoration and a new young leadership cohort. A...

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham talk to Lou Harris, the founder and director of the East Coast Chapter of the Black Surfing Association. Based out of the Rockaways in New York City, Harris and BSA offer boards and surfing lessons free of charge. With a compelling social media presence and strong community support, Harris has organized paddle-outs that can bring as many as...

This month Taylor is joined by artist Daniel Kohn and marine scientist/musician Heather Spence, two of the co-leaders of The Ocean Memory Project, a collaborative network of researchers from across the Sciences, Arts and Humanities dedicated to exploring the intersection of Ocean and Memory. In addition to discussing the importance of incorporating the arts throughout the Ocean Decade, Taylor, Hea...

From her vantage point overlooking the UN Ocean conference, Taylor gives a quick recap of what’s happened thus far in Lisbon during this long delayed conference, gives an overview of some of the Ocean Decade events happening this week in Lisbon, and name drops all the major ocean celebrities she’s seen in the streets of Lisbon.

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham dive into Climate Action 2030 , the U.S. Navy's plan to anticipate and adapt to climate change across all elements of the Department. Joining is show is Meredith A. Berger , Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations, and Environment, to talk us through the report and highlight some of the important considerations the Navy ma...

Surf the Great Lakes?  You betcha!  Two well-known shredders in the Great Lakes join this episode of North Coast Chronicles to share the shark-free sport that now includes thousands of devotees.  Ella Skrocki and Ben Sass, both of whom work at surf shops catering to the regional wave trade, share the best surfing spots and the secrets of hanging ten in the winter when swells are the biggest but th...

This episode on All Swell? Covers the 3rd National PFAS Conference hosted in Wilmington, NC. Genevieve is joined by two other NC student researchers, Ashley Connors and Krystal Taylor to discuss PFAS, research, advocacy, and environmental justice.

Tune into this special episode of the Sea Change Podcast to celebrate the summer solstice with Jenna, the Portland Poets Society, and a sea of poetry! A special thanks to the contributors from the Portland Poets Society for sharing their wisdom and art with us. Happy Summer, from the American Shoreline Podcast Network.

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham talk to legendary California coastal geologist Dr. Gary Griggs . Having taught at UC Santa Cruz for over 50 years, and with no sign of slowing down, Gary has become a fixture on campus and on Golden State beaches everywhere. Gary's research is focused on the coastal zone and ranges from coastal evolution and development, through shoreline p...

In this month’s episode of the  American Blue Economy Podcast  , our host  Rear Admiral, Tim Gallaudet,PhD, US Navy (ret)  begins a 3-part series where we meet leading women wave makers in the American Blue Economy. Borrowing from the name of the  Wave Makers podcast  on ASPN hosted by  Tamara Khan , we will learn how women are making many notable contr...

For years now, US Presidents have proclaimed June to be National Ocean Month.  This sparked host, Tamara Kahn, to wonder if people really understand the role of government in supporting the Blue economy and the oceans at the heart of it.  On this episode of Wave Makers, Tamara is honored to speak with Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, PhD, US Navy (ret) .  Tim has a great depth of knowled...

Emperors of the Deep Sharks – the Ocean’s Most Mysterious, Most Misunderstood and Most important Ocean Guardians.  William McKeever attended a shark tournament and it started him on a multi-year campaign to learn about sharks and change our perceptions of these amazing creatures from cold-blooded killers to critical ocean habitat managers.  Emperors of the Deep Sharks – the Ocean’s Most...

This week, Jacques spoke with John Ruskey, one of the most knowledgeable river guides and paddlers of the Mississippi River. John shares his life experiences gathered from over 40 years paddling the Mighty Mississippi. Tune in to learn about John’s work and how you too can experience the Mississippi firsthand!

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham talk to Dr. Rodney Cluck , Chief of the Division of Environmental Sciences at the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) . BOEM has long played an important role on the American Shoreline, governing the leasing of offshore oil and gas drilling sites and the overseeing offshore sand resources. However, over the past two years there has bee...

Join hosts Jane Connelly and Arica Sears as they meet with Alanna Kieffer, a professional seaweed farmer at  Oregon Dulse . In this episode, Alanna delves into the sustainable and nutritional benefits of modern seaweed farming and how it has the potential to attract and educate visitors on the Oregon Coast. The unique Oregon Dulse is already making a splash at local farmer’s markets...

During this episode, Jenna teams up with friend of the Sea Change Podcast, David Riera, to co-host this special National Ocean Month conversation. The two welcome on Raimundo Espinoza, Founder and Executive Director of Conservación ConCiencia to discuss his leadership and extensive experience in coral reef conservation and management, his close collaboration with commercial fishers, loca...

In this episode of Going Coastal, we talk with Chris Bender PhD, PE, DCE, Vice President Coastal Engineering at Taylor Engineering and Marianna Fleming, EIT, ADCI, ENV SP, WEDG, Engineer-Diver at Marine Solutions Inc. about professional certification.  Chris and Marianna offer up sage advice about when and how to apply for professional certification, what it means to them, and how it has help...

With the start of Atlantic hurricane season, Simone and Jacques bring back one of Louisiana's most trusted weathermen, WAFB's Steve Caparotta, to talk about storm season, how to stay prepared and his new podcast Coast and Climate .

On this episode, hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham talk to Kris Sarri about this week's Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2022, June 7 - 9 . Kris is the President and CEO of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation . Capitol Hill Ocean Week (CHOW), convened by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, is a multi-day conference that convenes policymakers, scientists, managers, business leaders, conser...

Happy World Ocean Month! In a first for The Ocean Decade Show, during this month's episode Taylor is trying her hand at reviewing a book! She sits down with social media phenomenon, #SciComm expert, and acclaimed shark scientist Dr. David Shiffman to discuss his brand new book entitled  Why Sharks Matter: A Deep Dive with the World's Most Misunderstood Predator.  Taylor and David cover h...

North Coast Chronicles investigates the Great Lakes as a climate haven with the May episode, "Climate Migration and the Great Lakes." with Ms. Rachel Jaocbson , Deputy Director of the American Society of Adaptation Professionals .  Will the climate amenities of the Great Lakes pull people from the four corners of the U.S. under increasing climate change impacts?  Migration drivers i...