NOAA Ocean Podcast

National Ocean Service
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NOAA Ocean Podcast Podcast

From corals to coastal science, connect with NOAA experts in our podcast series that explores questions about the ocean environment.

  1. 13 AUG

    High Tide Flooding

    Rising waters can spell trouble for coastal areas. The impacts of high tide flooding can range from longer commute times to business closures and construction delays. NOAA plays a vital role in helping communities prepare for and respond to flooding threats. This episode features a panel of experts from NOAA’s Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services. We’re joined by oceanographers Analise Keeney and Karen Kavanaugh and chief scientist Greg Dusek, Ph.D.

    6 min

  2. 22 JUL

    Sanctuary Spotlight: Olympic Coast

    In this episode, we travel to Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. Boasting rugged coastlines and encompassing over 3,000 square miles, this special place is home to a rich abundance of marine mammals, seabirds, fish, and invertebrate communities. We explore this area’s origins, maritime culture, and historical legacy, as well as ways you can dive into all our sanctuaries. Our featured expert is Chris Butler-Minor, a community engagement specialist with NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries.

    19 min

  3. 25 JUN

    Artificial Reefs

    Not all reefs in the ocean are naturally occurring. Artificial reefs are human-made structures that come in a variety of shapes and sizes. In this episode, we learn about what they are, the benefits they provide, and how the first study was conducted to calculate how much of the seafloor is covered by these reefs.

    22 min

  4. 29 MAY

    Hurricane Preparedness and Response

    Hurricanes are powerful storms that can threaten life and property. We revisit an episode with our podcast hosts as they discuss the roles of the National Ocean Service in hurricane preparedness, response, and recovery and how you can prepare for this year’s hurricane season.

    5 min

  5. 4 MAR

    Behind the Scenes at NGS

    With origins tracing back more than 200 years, NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey is in the business of "knowing where things are." In this episode, we go behind the scenes with NGS Director Juliana Blackwell to get an insider perspective on NGS’s history and mission. She also shares her personal experience as the office’s first female director.

    11 min

  6. 15 FEB

    Say Cheese: Wetland Wildlife Inventory

    In this episode, we explore how scientists across the National Estuarine Research Reserve System conducted the first-ever North American wildlife inventory of these habitats. We chat with Dr. Kenny Raposa, research coordinator at Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve and lead scientist for the study.

    19 min

  7. 05/12/2023

    Coral Bleaching

    When temperatures rise, coral bleaching can occur. In this episode, we explore what happens during bleaching events, how corals are affected, and how we can help protect these important ecosystems. We’re joined by coral expert Dana Wusinich-Mendez, Atlantic and Caribbean team lead, and Florida management liaison for NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program.

    17 min

  8. 09/11/2023

    Meteotsunamis

    In this episode, we revisit a previous podcast on these storm-fueled waves and discuss how they differ from tsunamis. We're joined by Dr. Gregory Dusek, senior scientist with NOAA's National Ocean Service, to discuss his study on meteotsunamis.

    6 min
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From corals to coastal science, connect with NOAA experts in our podcast series that explores questions about the ocean environment.

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  • Creator
    National Ocean Service
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    117
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © none
  • Show Website
    NOAA Ocean Podcast

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