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Join Tonya and Gertie as they journey back to 1986 to meet the legendary Idelisa Bonnelly, known as "The Mother of Marine Conservation in the Caribbean." Discover how Idelisa's passion for the ocean led her from the Dominican Republic to New York City and back, founding the Institute of Marine Biology and creating the first Atlantic Ocean sanctuary for humpback whales. Learn about the importance of marine conservation, the challenges of protecting our oceans, and how Idelisa's work has made a lasting impact on both marine and human life. Perfect for young explorers and aspiring scientists, this episode is a tidal wave of fun facts, inspiring stories, and a few bathtub splashes!
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Join Tonya and Gertie as they journey back to 1986 to meet the legendary Idelisa Bonnelly, known as "The Mother of Marine Conservation in the Caribbean." Discover how Idelisa's passion for the ocean led her from the Dominican Republic to New York City and back, founding the Institute of Marine Biology and creating the first Atlantic Ocean sanctuary for humpback whales. Learn about the importance of marine conservation, the challenges of protecting our oceans, and how Idelisa's work has made a lasting impact on both marine and human life. Perfect for young explorers and aspiring scientists, this episode is a tidal wave of fun facts, inspiring stories, and a few bathtub splashes!

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