Sustainability and The Sea

Ocean plastic expeditions ft. Plastic Odyssey Founder Simon Bernard 05.05.2026 42min

"Our vessel is an ambassador for solutions"Simon and his team at Plastic Odyssey focus on global plastic removal expeditions in partnership with UNESCO, where they travel to polluted countries around the world to implement solutions with local communities, such as improving waste management, reusing plastic into materials for use, running community trainings, building factories, and creating jobs. We have a conversation about their model, what theyʻve learned, and what they have in store. Learn more about Plastic Odyssey on their website and Instagram Join Futureswell!🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our founderʻs newsletter: https://carissacabrera.substack.com🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

2026 so far at FutureSwell ft. brain dump 🌊 20.04.2026 21min

A much needed catch up on what's been going on in 2026, including work + personal announcements and ocean news! 🫶🌊🌊 Act Now- ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our founderʻs newsletter: https://carissacabrera.substack.com🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Climate disasters are reshaping our world 06.04.2026 23min

A heavy but important conversation. I wanted to share what's been weighing on my heart and mind in the wake of our latest climate disaster here in Hawai'i, the lessons we can take with us to keep communities safer as these become more common.Donate directly to families: stormkokua.comSupport recovery funding with Hawaiian Council

Ocean Content Creators & Advocacy 27.01.2026 21min

Letʻs talk about why the advocacy world needs more ocean content creators. Join Futureswell!🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our founderʻs newsletter: https://carissacabrera.substack.com🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Building a conservation consulting career ft. Natalie Cibel of Planet People Pod 13.01.2026 50min

“All my clients are word of mouth, I make my own schedule, I ” Natalie is a desert biologist, wildlife conservationist, science communicator and cohost of Planet People Podcast. We discuss her path towards creating her own path in conservation, from school, to consulting, to starting a media company. Her advice and perspectives are super helpful for early career environmentalists!Want more wildlife and conservation conversations? Check out Planet People Podcast wherever you listen! ⁠🌊 Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn (Natalie Cibel) or Instagram My substack: follow me!Submit a comment against offshore drilling before 1/23/2026 - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - http://futureswell.org/💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Year in Review 2025 ft. Futureswell 30.12.2025 36min

It was a big year at Futureswell. Let's talk about it. After all, weʻre in this together. 🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠⁠⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our founderʻs newsletter: ⁠https://carissacabrera.substack.com⁠🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

How we can stop new offshore drilling RIGHT NOW 🦦 16.12.2025 26min

"Thereʻs only two types of pipelines, the ones that have already put oil into our ocean, and the ones that will." In 2025 and 2026, 30+ new offshore drilling sites have been proposed by the Trump administration - but we can stop them.Submit public comment before January 23, 2026: https://linkly.link/2HicmJoin Futureswell!🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our founderʻs newsletter: https://carissacabrera.substack.com🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Can ecotourism be effective? ft. Gaya Island Resort case study 09.12.2025 27min

“Be open to models like this, because Iʻm watching the benefits while Iʻm here.” Today I wanted to share my experience at Gaya Island Resort, a small ecoresort off of Borneo, Malaysia, surrounded by marine protected areas. What is the structure of their ecotourism approach, and is it serving local communities? I share the activities they offer, the funding structure they use, and the pros and cons of it in the broader conservation context. Learn more about Gaya Island Resort: gayaislandresort.com⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - http://futureswell.org/💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Community Organizing for our Ocean ft. Hunter Miller of Oceana 23.09.2025 54min

“Just develop solid relationships and everything else will follow.”Hunter is an organizer with Oceana, the largest international advocacy organization focused solely on ocean conservation. We talk about his early beginnings, what it means to be an effective organizer in the movement, and how to make waves through direct action for a better future.Learn more about Oceana: ⁠https://oceana.org⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - http://futureswell.org/💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Honest advice and tips for early ocean conservationists 10.09.2025 10min

Letʻs talk about some things I wish I knew earlier. 🌊 Learn More about FutureSwell by following us on: 🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast 🌍 Website - futureswell.org ✍️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - The Ripple 🐙 Tiktok @futureswell 🐠 Instagram @futureswellThis is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media company aimed to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists. Our primary goal at FutureSwell is to connect people with the beauty and power of the ocean.

My biggest lessons in ocean conservation 28.08.2025 38min

“We get to imagine and build the future together.” This week, I share the most important lessons I've learned from 10 years working in the ocean climate movement. I originally gave this presentation to Ocean Uprise Summit on O'ahu, and felt a need to share it with you all <3 Join Futureswell!🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea🌊 Resources - [⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠]🌍 Website - futureswell.org💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - [⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

How do you restore an island? ft. Tommy and Austin of Island Conservation 12.08.2025 35min

“An island that has a really strong and healthy ecosystem will be more resilient because it that complete and comprehensive defense system.” Austin and Tommy are a brother pair who work for Island Conservation, an international NGO that works with islands communities to restore entire island ecosystems. They share their story as field biologists working around the world, across islands in the Pacific, what their jobs look like, and the skills and advice you need to do the same.Learn more about Island Conservation:IG: https://www.instagram.com/islandconservation/Website: https://www.islandconservation.orgJoin Futureswell!🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - ⁠⁠https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/⁠⁠🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Ocean jobs: what is a consultant? ft. Carissa and Alex 29.07.2025 37min

“We wanted to do this episode so listeners know this is a pathway in the movement, with a lot of benefits.”Today Alex and I share the hows and why we work as consultants in ocean conservation, so you can see if its an option for you. We discuss the pros and cons, what skills you would need, what consulting roles may be available in the ocean conservation world. Learn More about FutureSwell 🙃🎧 🌊 Resources: https://beacons.ai/futureswell🌍 Website: http://futureswell.org/🐙 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell?lang=en🐠 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/💦 ocean-friendly merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/✍️Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/💌 Email: hello@futureswell.orgThis is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media company aimed to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists. Our primary goal at FutureSwell is to connect people with the beauty and power of the ocean.

How to know if you are having burn out and what to do about it ft. Laura Hernandez 15.07.2025 39min

"We all suffer from burn out at some point, hereʻs how we address it." Working in ocean conservation and climate is a recipe for burn out, so letʻs learn how to identify and mitigate burn out! In this episode Laura and I dive into the 7 stages of rest, 12 stages of burn out, and ways to address burn out so you can sustain yourself.Connect with Laura IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurabeyondborders/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurahernandezmerlano/Learn More about FutureSwell 🙃🎧 🌊 Resources: https://beacons.ai/futureswell🌍 Website: http://futureswell.org/🐙 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell?lang=en🐠 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/💦 ocean-friendly merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/✍️Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/💌 Email: hello@futureswell.orgThis is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media company aimed to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists. Our primary goal at FutureSwell is to connect people with the beauty and power of the ocean.

How to get ocean leadership experience as a young person ft. Laura Hernandez 01.07.2025 42min

"None of these opportunities get planted on your lap. All of them you have to look for, or its a referral, so you should always research what you want to do." Today we sit down with Laura Hernandez, an international changemaker, neurodivergent advocate, and intersectional environmental to talk about how she got her start, and what lessons you can take to get leadership roles in your early career. Connect with Laura IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurabeyondborders/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurahernandezmerlano/Learn More about FutureSwell 🙃🎧 🌊 Resources: https://beacons.ai/futureswell🌍 Website: http://futureswell.org/🐙 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell?lang=en🐠 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/💦 ocean-friendly merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/✍️Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/💌 Email: hello@futureswell.orgThis is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media company aimed to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists. Our primary goal at FutureSwell is to connect people with the beauty and power of the ocean.

UN Ocean Conference debrief ft. 30x30, deep sea mining, and the high seas treaty 17.06.2025 28min

We're back! Let's talk about everything that happened at the 2025 UN Ocean Conference, just how big the milestones were, and what it really means for our ocean. Missed you :) Join Futureswell!🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - ⁠⁠https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/⁠⁠🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Your toolkit to defend planet ocean 01.04.2025 32min

Lets dive into the single tool you need to protect planet ocean, together. Topics: good ocean news, advocacy, how to take action with lawmakersFind ALL your elected officials: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officialsGet scripts with 5calls: https://5calls.orgJoin the ocean climate collective channel: https://www.instagram.com/carissaandclimate/?hl=enJoin Futureswell!🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠⁠🌊 Resources - ⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠🌍 Website - ⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠✍️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - ⁠⁠https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/⁠⁠🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠🐠 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

How to be effective in ocean conservation under an anti-planet administration ft. Mark Haver 21.01.2025 42min

"We as young people need to step into our own power!" Mark Haver is an ocean climate policy advocate who works with Sustainable Ocean Alliance to organize youth leaders for impact. We discuss his path toward this work, and how to effectively organize for the future we want during the incoming U.S. administration. Connect with Mark Haver! 🌊 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceanswarrior/ 🌊 Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-haver-7441b1164/ Learn More about FutureSwell by following us on: 🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea⁠ 🌊 Resources - ⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠ 🌍 Website - ⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠ 💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - ⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠ ✍️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - ⁠https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/⁠ 🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠ 🐠 Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media community to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Ocean Solution Stories with Surfrider CEO Chad Nelsen 30.10.2024 35min

"We will never clean beaches out of this mess, we need big systemic change.” Letʻs talk ocean solutions with Dr. Chad Nelsen, a lifetime waterman and CEO of Surfrider Foundation. Surfrider is the worldsʻ largest grassroots network dedication to the protection and enjoyment of the ocean. In the last 6 months, Surfrider has sued Exxon Mobil, established a new Climate Action Program, supported a new marine sanctuary, and celebrated 40 years of impact. We talk through ways you all can join their network, the importance of policy and advocacy, and what it means to build and share case studies of ocean solutions. Get Involved with Surfrider! 🌊 New Climate Action Program: https://www.surfrider.org/programs/climate-action 🌊 Find a volunteer chapter: https://www.surfrider.org/volunteer 🌊 Surfrider sues Exxon Mobil: https://www.surfrider.org/news/surfrider-sues-exxon-for-burying-the-truth-about-plastics 🗳️ Lead Locally voting resources: https://leadlocally.org Learn More about FutureSwell by following us on: 🎧 Sustainability & The Sea Podcast - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sustainabilityandthesea 🌊 Resources - https://beacons.ai/futureswell 🌍 Website - http://futureswell.org/ 💦 Ocean-friendly Merch - https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/ ✍️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/ 🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell⁠⁠ 🐠 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠ ⛵ Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/sailcargo⁠ This is a production of FutureSwell, a conservation media company aimed to educate, empower, and activate the next generation of marine conservationists.

Why an environmental gap year could change your life! Ft. Michael Richards 15.10.2024 34min

"I wish I could go back and take this program" Gap years give young adults a chance to experience the world while building unforgettable memories before college. We sit down with Michael Richards to dive into how his Environmental Gap year program on Hawaiʻi Island is charting a new path for sustainability-minded leaders. 💌 Apply now to Hawaiʻi Environmental Gap year! https://hawaiigap.org Connect with FutureSwell: 🐋 Sustainable ocean merch 🎧 Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrujfJOMtB5cee4y0hLqhNQ⁠⁠⁠ 🌊 Resources: ⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/futureswell⁠⁠⁠ 🌍 Website: ⁠⁠⁠http://futureswell.org/⁠⁠⁠ 🐙 Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@futureswell?lang=en⁠⁠⁠ 🐠 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/futureswell/⁠⁠⁠ 💦 ocean-friendly merch: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/futureswell/⁠⁠⁠ ✍️ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter - ⁠⁠⁠https://futureswell.beehiiv.com/⁠⁠⁠ 💌 Email: ⁠⁠⁠hello@futureswell.org⁠