World Wide Corals

World Wide Corals Podcast

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On the World Wide Corals Podcast, we invite saltwater aquarium experts from around the world to share their knowledge of the art and science of reef keeping. Each episode delivers inspiring stories, behind-the-scenes conversations, and practical tips to help you enjoy a thriving reef tank at home. Hosted by WWC owners Victor Fornari and Louis Schiavo, these fun and insightful discussions feature fellow reef keepers who have spent decades shaping and advancing the saltwater aquarium community.

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WWC Podcast EP.5 | Inside the Fight to Save Florida’s Coral Reefs with Keri O’Neil 16.10.2025 48:26

This week on the World Wide Corals Podcast, we’re joined by Keri O’Neil — marine biologist, coral restoration leader, and one of the driving forces behind coral propagation and reef recovery efforts in Florida and beyond. Known for her hands-on approach and deep passion for coral science, Keri shares how she first got started working with reefs, what inspired her dedication to restoration, and how...

WWC Podcast EP.1 | Inside The Aquarium Hobby With Kevin Kohen! 18.09.2025 47:02

Vic, Lou, and Josh are sitting down with none other than Kevin Kohen from Quality Marine—one of the most respected names in the reefing world. We’re talking rare fish, responsible aquaculture, how the industry’s evolving, and what it takes to keep those jaw-dropping specimens healthy from ocean to tank. Whether you’re a hardcore hobbyist or just getting started in saltwater, this one’s packed with...

WWC Podcast EP. 2 | Catching Up with Ryan Batcheller 18.09.2025 57:27

Vic, Lou, and Josh are back with another reef-filled episode—this time sitting down with Ryan Batcheller formerly from BRStv! They’re diving into Ryan’s journey in the reefing world, chatting about what’s next for him with Serious Reefs, and of course, swapping stories around Reefapalooza. You know how we do it—plenty of laughs, reef wisdom, and some great behind-the-scenes convo from one of the h...

WWC Podcast EP. 4 | Turning Reefs Into Art: Colin Foord on Coral, Conservation & Creativity 18.09.2025 46:18

This week on the World Wide Corals Podcast, we’re joined by Colin Foord — marine biologist, coral artist, and co-founder of Morphologic. Colin has built a reputation for blending science and art to spotlight the hidden beauty of coral reefs, using underwater photography, video installations, and coral-inspired multimedia projects to bring reef life into galleries and public spaces. In our conversa...

WWC Podcast EP. 3 | The Challenges of Traveling & Maintaining a Reef Tank with Cole Walliser! 19.08.2025 30:13

This episode we sit down with filmmaker and Red Carpet Glambot host Cole Walliser to talk about his 180-gallon reef tank, the challenges of balancing reef keeping with a hectic travel schedule, and what first inspired him to start filming. Cole opens up about the struggles of maintaining a thriving tank while on the road, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how those experiences connect wi...