The Beach Academy's Podcast

Hello everyone, today’s guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Julie Kuchepatov. Julie is the Founder of SAGE - Seafood and Gender Equality organization. Join us as we explore the mission and impact of the Seafood and Gender Equality (SAGE) organization, where Julie serves as a driving force.In this enlightening conversation, Julie shares insights into the challenges women face in the traditionally male-dominated seafood sector and how SAGE is actively working to transform the industry into a ...

Hello everyone, today’s guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is The Seaglass Mermaid. Dive into the magical world of seaglass with our podcast episode featuring The Seaglass Mermaid. In this delightful conversation, The Seaglass Mermaid shares her deep connection with the beach, recounting the moments of discovery and the artistry behind collecting these ocean gems. Learn about her unique perspective on beachcombing.Explore the mesmerizing stories of the seaglass she's uncovered, each piec...

Hello everyone, today’s guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Jason Sandy. Jason is a mudlark and member of the exclusive Society of Thames Mudlarks & Antiquarians. He is also the Co-author of “Thames Mudlarking: Searching for London’s Lost Treasures”. On this very interesting podcast we talk mudlarking, Thames river, London's history, and "beachcombing" treasure finding.You can follow Jason on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jasonmudlark/You can purchase his book on any bookstore ...

Hello everyone, today’s guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Christa Jewett. Christa is a marine biologist and has over 20 years of experience in marine science. She is the founder and primary teacher for Salt Water Studies. On this podcast we talk about marine life, ideas on how we can help protect our beaches and the importance of learning about the beach ecosystem.Learn more about Saltwater Studies at www.saltwaterstudies.comYou can follow Christa on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com...

Hello everyone, today's guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Dr. Jose Leal. Dr. Leal has worked for the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum since 1996 and is currently the Science Director and Curator. He has numerous scientific publications, and is also the editor of the malacological journal The Nautilus. On this podcast we talk about the national shell museum, mollusks, the main environmental threats to mollusks and the new species he has discovered. Learn more about the Bailey-Mat...

Hello everyone, today's guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Amanda Collett. Amanda is a seashell artist, author of the “My Way of Shelling” book and a Florida Master Naturalist. On this podcast we talk about the sailors' valentines art she creates, her book “My way of shelling” and she shared some of her shelling strategies. Learn more about Amanda Collett on her Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/amanda.collett.5 and follow her on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/amandas_...

Hello everyone, today's guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Luan Roberts. Luan is a dock Fouler and tide pooler that enjoys searching for sea slugs in her free time. On this podcast we talk about sea slugs, nudibranchs, and how to easily look for wildlife in an urban environment among many other interesting facts regarding sea slugs. Learn more about Luan Roberts on her Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/luanimal/and visit her at https://www.naturelookings.com/If you want to...

Hello everyone, today's guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Anna Chan. Anna is an artist that creates awesome sculptures of animals using mostly sand and seashells. On this podcast we talk about her seashell art, the importance of seashells/mollusks on the beach ecosystem, and the benefits of having a connection with nature among many other interesting facts regarding her seashell art. Learn more about Anna Chan and her art at https://www.annachan-art.com/and follow her on Insta...

Hello everyone, today's guest on The Beach Academy Podcast is Dr. Megan Davis, PHD. Dr. Davis is a Research Professor of Aquaculture & Stock Enhancement at Florida Atlantic University Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. She is so passionate about her work with the queen conch and she has dedicated her life to conserve and restore the Queen Conch. On this podcast we talk about the Queen Conch, the importance of queen conch farming, and how we can help protect the queen conch. Lear...

Listen to the Beach Academy podcast to learn more about the fascinating world of beaches and how to protect them. Join Dr. Doris Otero, PhD as she interviews guests from different backgrounds to discover things you never knew before about the beach, marine life, mollusks, seashells, beachcombing, coastal processes, among many other interesting beach related topics.