in this episode of Wild & Unprotected host Ethan Leaman interviews Whale Guardians CEO and Co-Founder Michael Fishbach. He shares his journey from a professional tennis player to an ocean conservationist. He discusses the state of the planet, the importance of engaging people in conservation efforts, and the work of Whale Guardians. The conversation concludes with the fascinating story of the white blue whale, the only known white blue whale on the planet. We also highlight the rescue of a humpback whale, showcasing the importance of conservation work.

In this episode we are headed to Rincón Puerto Rico to talk with Evan Tuohy the Co-Founder of Isla Mar Research Expeditions.
Ethan & Evan talk about their student marine biology programs, turning beer bottles into concrete for coral reef restoration, diving 160 feet down into the ocean, and how it was to stumble upon manatees mating.

Buckle up because it's a WILD episode.

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In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Bob Lynch of the Center for Coastal Studies.

Bob is the Rescue Operations Manager for the Center of Coastal Studies Provincetown. Bob is one of the few level 5 disentanglement specialists in the world. What does that mean? We wanted to know the same thing..

We discuss his path to becoming a level 5 disentanglement specialist, a crazy gross turtle story, and much more.

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In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Encar Garcia of the Jaguar Rescue Center.

Encar is the Founder of the Jaguar Rescue Center in Costa Rica. In this episode we have alot of fun with our first international episode. We talk about naming the rescue center JRC (even though there are no jaguars there now), the three R's that the rescue centers goals are based around, and the danger of new construction to the animals of the area.

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We depart from the normal guest type on this weeks episode of Wild & Unprotected. As everyone knows media is an incredibly important part of conservation. Telling a story in a way that captivates is often what drives people to get involved. In this weeks episode we talk with Ivey Kennedy a photographer who has a passion for wildlife.

We discuss the impact of social media in conservation, Ivey's trip to Alaska (along with seeing her favorite animal, a wild bear segment, and the introduction of a new Wildscape team member!

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In this episode of Wild and Unprotected, host Ethan Leaman speaks with Pablo García Salinas, a marine biologist and project director focused on shark conservation. They discuss Pablo's unique journey from a childhood fascination with dinosaurs to a career in marine biology, his experiences working with sharks, and the importance of education and communication in conservation efforts. The conversation also covers innovative programs for shark conservation, research on blue sharks, and the challenges of conducting marine research. Pablo shares a humorous and wild story about smuggling shark sperm for research, highlighting the lengths scientists go to for their work.

marine biology, shark conservation, education, communication, blue sharks, guitarfish, marine research, Pablo García Salinas, oceanographic, wildlife education

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In this episode we talk with Jessica Carroll from the Cassowary Conservancy. After this episode it's easy to see how Florida is home to some of the wildest birds on the planet.

Ethan & Jessica talk about the nicknames the cassowary have (like murder bird), having to do a swab on a bird, and a very special announcement!

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In this episode, Jules Hartl from the Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology comes back to the show...but not as a guest...as our special co-host!

We have a chat with Christine de Silva. A shark scientist that has been featured on Shark Week for her research on the animals! She is also a PHd student at the University of Rhode Island.

Christine shares her personal experiences while filming and what life is like as a scientist and entrepreneur, what got her into research and conservation, and a funny story about a shark getting a little too close for comfort.

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