Seaweed & Me

Seaweed and Me

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Seaweed & Me is a boots-on-the-ground journey into the future of our oceans. Join host Niall as they look to trade the daily grind for the tide line, embarking on a quest to become a seaweed and ocean farmer. From the rugged coastlines of Ireland to the innovative kelp forests of Canada and Africa , this show is a novice’s guide to the "Blue Revolution." Whether you are an aspiring ocean farmer, a climate-conscious consumer, or a nature lover, this podcast bridges the gap between traditional aquaculture and cutting-edge marine science. Each episode features deep dives with: Marine Biologists &...

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Is Seaweed the New Gold Rush? The Reality of Kelp Farming with Majid of Cascadia Pacifico 13.05.2026 50:53

From a cabin in Bamfield to farms in Norway, BC, and Chile, Majid turned a post-university odd job into one of the most thoughtful seaweed operations in North America. In this episode, we put the gold rush headlines to the test. Is kelp farming a life-changing opportunity, or is it just good old clickbait? What you'll learn The $10k Per Hectare Reality Check: Why there's a "sweet spot" of 10–...

The Giant Kelp Cathedral beneath the Waves of Namibia with Daniel Hooft 05.05.2026 31:01

From the helm of the oil industry to the depths of a "kelp cathedral" off the coast of Namibia, Daniel Hooft is redefining what it means to work with the ocean. In this episode, we explore the transition from extraction to rewilding and how Kelp Blue is building massive, nature-positive kelp forests that "dance with the sea". What You’ll Learn The Pivot: How a master of oil extraction found a more...