Ocean Stories

Lauren takes us on a journey recounting how she followed her dream of living on a sailboat and building a career through YouTube. She shares the challenges and joys of sailing solo, exploring the oceans, and building a community through her captivating content. Alongside her loyal cat, Mako, Lauren dives into freediving solo, safety precautions, how she packs food, and the pros and cons of connections she's made along her voyages. Her story is about determination, passion, and the rewards of following your dreams. If you have a pipedream about living on a sailboat, you’ll like Lauren’s interview. 

Lauren’s YouTube channel: youtube.com/@laurenlanders

Lauren’s IG: instagram.com/laurenlanders/

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If you’re a huge orca fan, this one is for you. How The Orca Man got his name (and fascination with the creatures). A land-based whale watching guide from Seattle to Vancouver with 28 excellent spots for getting outside and sighting whales this summer. Killer whales have a new species delineation, potentially. Begging for $8,000 on the street with a pillowcase in order to buy a captured killer whale, but actually winning it by winning an arm wrestle. These are just a little peak into the world of orca lore that The Orca Man shares with us in this episode. 

The Orca Man: instagram.com/the.orca.man/

Website: theorcaman.com/

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We’re back baby what happened while we were gone!? 😚

No intro, straight chats. This is a short update on what’s happening with the podcast plus some ideas for the future. Did you hear that Charlotte the pregnant stingray has a rare reproductive disease and is no longer pregnant? I’m also talking about the sharky headlines out of socal detailing recent encounters. It’s a ramble and a half because I’m still adjusting to recording on my own. But thanks for coming along on this adventure 🌊

P.S. I had some audio issues but I PROMISE things will continue to get better and better lol. New episodes will start up weekly again on Tuesdays soon. 😉

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In this episode we’re chatting with Janavi Kramer, an artist and scientific illustrator who's making waves worldwide with her ocean-inspired pieces. We explore the stories behind Janavi's mesmerizing paintings, her personal connection to the sea, and her passionate mission to use art as a force for marine conservation.

🎨Follow Janavi on IG: @belowandbeyondart

🎨Website: https://www.belowandbeyondart.co.uk/

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We’re chit chatting sharks and life updates today— Sarah asks Lydia a bunch of shark trivia questions. How likely is it that you’ll actually encounter a shark? What does a shark’s skin feel like? Technical difficulties abound but that doesn’t stop us from talking about random thoughts. How many species of sharks are there? Find out in this episode 🦈

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In this episode we sit down with Andrew Lewin, host of "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, to discuss science communication, his podcasting journey, and our shared admiration for ocean documentaries & David Attenborough. Andrew shares his passion for ocean conservation, reflecting on the power of storytelling and the challenges of ethical partnerships. We explore the impact of science communication on raising awareness and fostering environmental stewardship. Join us for a conversation on the intersection of ocean conservation and podcasting, with a bit of our collective responsibility to protect the planet sprinkled in.

🎙️Listen to Andrew interview us on How To Protect the Ocean, available on Spotify & Apple 

🎙️@howtoprotecttheocean on instagram 

🎙️https://www.speakupforblue.com/show/speak-up-for-the-ocean-blue/

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Today we’re talking with Nike Steiger (from her boat) about what it’s like to live on one, how she got into sailing in the first place, and how her nonprofit INMOCEAN is empowering local communities to fight plastic pollution.

Follow Nike’s journey: whitespotpirates.com

IG/YT: @whitespotpirates 

INMOCEAN: in-mocean.org

IG: @inmoceanorg 

Despite our microphone not working for the first three minutes, this week we had some fun with a guest host and a very random Q & A. We talk about our favorite books, movies, and candies, plus our goals for the podcast. We're still workshopping our in-person recordings and solo episodes so thanks for coming along for the ride 🌊

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Today, Elizabeth tells us her story— and it’s one of courage, resilience, and a true connection with the ocean. After a traumatic ocean experience, Elizabeth Sneed goes on to do the seemingly impossible: learn how to surf. Overcoming anxiety and fear every day, unexpected events led the surfer to start a movement around inclusivity in the surfing industry. Now, Curvy Surfer Girl is a phenomenon centered around representing more body types within ocean sports and surfing. This episode is about breaking barriers within yourself and within the world. 

🏄‍♀️ IG: @curvysurfergirl 

🏄‍♀️ www.curvysurfergirl.com/

🏄‍♀️ Our IG: @oceanstories_podcast 

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In this first episode of Season 2, we’re chatting with Cristina Zenato: the incredible shark diver, conservationist, and cave explorer! Cristina talks with us about conservation efforts in the Bahamas, the importance of taking small action to make a big difference, and how caves can provide insights into climate change. Her fieldwork with sharks and caves allows her to share a unique perspective on our relationship to Earth, and we explore the ideas of environmental pragmatism and fact-checking internet videos. Enjoy this rambling, insightful convo with a passionate & respected ocean explorer.

🤿 People of the Water: https://pownonprofit.org/

🤿 Cristina on IG: @cristinazenato

🤿 cristinazenato.com

🤿 Our IG: @oceanstories_podcast