I only came across the amazing work of Sea Shepherd Ireland recently, despite them being around for years and doing absolutely amazing work! I hope you enjoy hearing country director Emma Tuite's beautiful story in how her love for the sea and its creatures developed, alongside the importance of Ireland in protecting our marine areas. Sea Shepherd are always on the look for volunteers, so get in touch with them if you'd like to know more! You can stay up to date with their campaigns on Instagram @seashepherdireland, Twitter @seashepherd_ie and Facebook. 

• [04:30] How Emma fell in love with the sea and all its inhabitants
• [11:20] Crossing paths with Sea Shepherd for the first time
• [13:45] The Cove documentary
• [16:15] What Sea Shepherd do
• [24:45] Ireland’s responsibility as an island, and the species in our waters
• [31:20] Problems facing the ocean, particularly super trawlers & MPAs (Marine Protected Areas)
• [34:55] How Sea Shepherd intervene unethical fishing & whaling practices works
• [40:30] How to get involved & support Sea Shepherd
• [49:55] Emma’s favourite thing about the future
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Click here for an article about the campaign to stop the trade of shark fins in Europe. We'll find out by July 11th 2023 what the outcome will be. 

Resources mentioned:

• Watch The Cove documentary
• Whale Wars
• Blackfish
• Rachel Brooks art
• Chasing The Thunder
• Faroe Islands Campaign
• Fair Seas Ireland
• Irish Wildlife Trust
• Podcasts: Ecolution & Birdwatch Ireland

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