Save the Mermaids Podcast

In this episode Chelsea shares the Scottish legend of the Shellycoat, a boogeyman trickster with a coat made of seashells!

In this besties episode we learn all about the Anemone and the Clownfish! If you think that you know all about these two creatures because you have watched Finding Nemo- think again and be ready for a WILD Ride!

In this episode Chelsea tells us the story of two water hags, Jenny Greenteeth fro England, and the Storm Hag of Lake Erie!

In this episode we explore the relationship between pilotfish and oceanic white tip sharks. These animals do SO much for each other in a bond that pilotfish train for their entire lives!

in today's mythology minisode Chelsea tells us the story of the Bunyip, a water spirit of the wemba wemba language of the aborigine people of Southeast Australia.

For the month of August we are highlighting some of our favorite symbiotic relationships (a.k.a. besties) of the underwater world! Today we chat about the carrier crab and the upside-down jellyfish, who have a unique and absolutely adorable bond!

In today's mythology minisode Chelsea tells us the Austurian story of the Xana, from Austurias, Spain.

In this episode we have a chat all about sea turtles with @maxconservation. He is a scuba instructor, marine biologist, and social media influencer passionate about spreading awareness for our beautiful ocean! Links: @maxconservation on TikTok and Instagram 888-256-9840 DLNR Hawaii Turtle Conservation

In today's mythology minisode Chelsea tells us about the Drac of French mythology.

In this episode we have a chat with Cynthia, the founder of Balloon Mission. This important organization collects discarded balloons and educates the public about eco friendly alternatives! Links: @balloons.mission balloon mission.org joyful sendoff.org preventballoonlitter.org ICC International Coastal Cleanup Atlantic Marine Conservation Society Teracycle

In today's mythology Monday Chelsea tells us about the Havfrue, or the Havman from Scandinavian lore.

In today's episode we have a chat with Mel Hobson, an ocean focused writer who specializes in sharing the latest findings in the science world! Links: marinemegafauna.org census.citizensgbr.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/melpud/ @mel_pud

In today's mythology Monday episode Chelsea teaches us about the Iele from Romanian mythology!

In this episode we have a chat with Ashley Getz who tells us all about her exciting blacktip reef shark research and her work with the Pacific Whale Foundation! Links: @Ashley.getz @pacwhaleecoadventures @pacificwhalefoundation

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea shares the story of the Engakanto, a water spirit from the Philippines. .

In this episode we have a special guest, Chelsea's husband, Chris on to teach us all about our last freshwater fish- the Muskellunge! Also known as the Muskey, the lunge, and the musky, this fish has a duckbill shaped mouth and over 700 teeth!

In today’s mythology minisode Chelsea tells us about the Alven, an otter shapeshifter from the Netherlands!

Welcome to Freshwater June! In this episode we introduce you to the giant Mekong river catfish, a member of the shark catfish family!

In today’s mythology minisode Chelsea teaches us about the Nokken from Norse mythology, a handsome man who lures pregnant women to their deaths with the violin!

In today’s freshwater June episode we learn all about the critically endangered sturgeon fish, and their amazing shark-like capabilities! Make sure to check out the World Sturgeon Conservation Society to learn more!

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea tells us about the Camanae, 3-4 water goddesses who protect a sacred grove outside of Rome!

In today's Fresh Water June episode, we learn about the Japanese Giant Salamander!

In today's mythology Monday episode Chelsea tells the story of the Korrigan, a water spirit of Celtic mythology.

Welcome to Freshwater June! In this episode we introduce you to one of the creepiest animals in the Great Lakes - the Lamprey!

In this mythology Monday episode Chelsea shares the story of the nixies of German mythology!