NudiBrains Podcast

On this episode of the Nudibrains podcast I talk to my friend Nia who is an awesome scientist passionate about large vertebrates AND horseshoe crabs. As a Black scientist and survivor of Hurricane Katrina, Nia has experienced racism in education first hand and has some amazing advise for aspiring scientists. We talk about climate change and how environmental disasters disproportionately affect BIPOC communities first. Nia is inspiring and is going to do great things with her career! Follow her on instagram @stardustandoceandrops A few links and definitions Https://www.naacp.org/climate-justice-resources/resource-organizations Roger Arlinger Young and the RAY Marine Conservation Diversity Fellowship NOAA: National Atmospheric and Oceanic Association As clarification on affirmative action: Nia used language suggesting that BIPOC need to “catch up,” not in terms of being deficient, but in terms of being exposed to what is possible for BIPOC, given a long history of being shut out (I.e. of marine science)

Hi everyone! This is the official launch of season 2 of the NudiBrains podcast. On this episode, I asked guests from last season to record a brief update about what they're up to. Some are starting new Ph.D.s, some advanced to candidacy, some are caring for themselves and others during this pandemic, and all of these things are great successes. I'm proud to see where these individuals have ended up in the last year or so and am thankful to consider these people friends. I wasn't able to get clips from everyone, but by following them on social media I know that they are doing great things and are all busy surviving the pandemic on top of trying to save the oceans too. Please leave a review and subscribe to the podcast for more; next week's episode is one of my favorites yet!

On this episode of the nudibrains podcast, Will Ota (@will_in_the_wild) flips the script and interviews host Emily (@emilythemarinebiologist) to talk about her recent accomplishments, defending her master's thesis and being accepted to a Ph.D. program! Look forward to more episodes of the NudiBrains podcast coming soon!

Today I interviewed Holly, a marine scientist working in research and education! She has spent a lot of time on boats and has a lot of amazing stories. Listen to this interview, leave a review, subscribe, and if you're interested in hiring Holly or working with her, check her out @hollyrburrr

On this episode, Emily interviews Maria (@gogreenfortheocean) who has a slightly different background than others interviewed on the podcast before. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review, also follow Maria and myself (@emilythemarinebiologist) on Instagram!

Today I interviewed Lindsey, a Ph.D. candidate studying macrophomina charcoal rot on strawberries! She is amazingly kind and funny, I'd highly recommend following her on Instagram for tips on saving your pumpkin if you carve it too early and to understand why I called her L-Dawg in the podcast title.

On this episode of the NudiBrains Podcast, Samuel (@secretofthesea on Instagram and @SymbiontSam on twitter) talks about his research on sea anemones, growing up with different beliefs on climate change than his family, and caring for 100+ animals in his house!

On this episode, I interview Chloe Brown (@openoceanminded) about her work with the LatinX community, research, and things we can do to help our planet. Just before this podcast both Chloe and I had to start preparing for the California Planned Power Outage so if I sound a little frazzled... I was! Make sure to follow Chloe to see her amazing infographics and learn more about ways we can all step up to protect the ocean :)

On this episode, Spencer and Emily talk (again...) about Spencer's research on seabirds and how humans affect them. Spencer also talks about his field conditions, how he didn't follow in his father into optometry because he likes being outside, and all about the world's largest cricket? Enjoy, follow Spencer on instagram (@intyrely_eco), and subscribe/leave a review! Here are links to some things Spencer talks about: https://www.nzseabirdtrust.com/across-all-realms-seabird-video-nnz The video he mentioned https://www.doc.govt.nz/nature/native-animals/birds/birds-a-z/penguins/little-penguin-korora/ Nest box info https://penguinfoundation.org.au/what-s-new/knits-for-nature/ Penguin jumpers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsGEc1Mi-Sw Tiritiri Matangi mini-doc

On this episode I interview Alanna (@greenmarinescientist) to talk about her research and her tips on living plastic free. She gives tips on how to shop sustainably for the planet and your wallet. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review!

On this episode I interview Charles Nye, a researcher at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute! Not only does he do research in molecular biology, he is also a talented artist! Check him out at @thepaintpaddock and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review of the podcast :)

On this episode of the NudiBrains Podcast I interview Bonnie (@ocean_bon98) who is finishing up her bachelors degree in Australia before beginning honors research studying white sharks! We talk about government, slugs, and how Bonnie can interact with white sharks in the wild. It was such a pleasure talking to Bonnie and making the podcast happen an ocean apart! The audio cuts out in a few places so I apologize, but you'll still really enjoy the episode!

On this episode, Will (@will_in_the_wild) comes on to talk about his research in Southern California riparian systems, his love of terrariums, and his involvement in bringing science and legislature together. If you are a University of California graduate student and have a good idea for a law, apply here! https://uccs.ucdavis.edu/public-policy/stem-solutions

On this (early morning) episode of the NudiBrains Podcast, Maddie talks about her experience in research, a summer that changed her life, and why she loves working in marine education. Maddie has an amazing Instagram so follow her @molamaddie for all sorts of fun content from Catalina Island! Don't forget to subscribe and rate this podcast and follow me @emilythemarinebiologist to continue the discussion.

On this episode of the Nudibrains podcast, Emily interviews Alycia (@mostlymarine) to talk about mental health wellness in graduate school, ways to find help, and things that Alycia has done to help herself succeed. She is an amazing woman and has an amazing instagram, so definitely check her out! (I apologize for audio issues... this was my first skype interview and it cuts out in a few places. When Alycia is talking about her research, it was really bad so she re-recorded that portion on a different device which is why it sounds so different!) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

On this episode of the Nudibrains podcast, Sharon (@sha.hsu) talks about how her time in the Peace Corps helped her do research in a remote area of Costa Rica! Sharon studies turtles and has a fire Instagram, so listen to this podcast and make sure to give her a follow! Find me @emilythemarinebiologist

On this episode of the nudibrains podcast, I interview Brijonnay Madrigal who is studying vocalizations of orcas in Alaska and Risso's dolphin in Monterey Bay. Bri also has an outreach project called Listen Up! where she goes to classrooms and lets children experience marine mammal vocalizations. Bri is a bundle of joy and a serious scicomm enthusiast, so listen to this episode and follow her on twitter @brijonnay

On this episode of the Nudibrains podcast I have on the designer of my podcast logo and great friend, Nick (@subsurface_style). Nick talks about how his life as a scientist is different than some others due to a condition he was born with, how he has overcome obstacles, and speaks very humbly about his knowledge of climate. He is a wonderful human, so I really hope you enjoy this episode! Don't forget to rate and subscribe. You can find me on instagram @emilythemarinebiologist

On this episode, Dr. Amanda Kahn drops by to talk about how AMAZING sponges are, how they may help solve the problem of plastic pollution (well... kind of...), how to maintain a positive attitude when you're having a rough time, and how she became a sponge scientist in the first place. This is one you will NOT want to miss!

Welcome to the NudiBrains podcast! Listen to this brief clip to get an idea of what this podcast series is all about.

On this episode, Emily sits down with her friend Cindy who is from the East Coast and LOVES phytoplankton. Learn all about carbon flux and how cool invertebrates and phytoplankton are by listening to this episode! Definitions that may help: Carbon flux: a change in carbon. Carbon can be found in the form of carbon dioxide and methane or as particles such as bodies and poop. In this podcast, Cindy talks about carbon falling to the bottom of the ocean and refers to the movement of carbon as flux. See more about the carbon cycle here https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/resources/689-the-ocean-and-the-carbon-cycle

On this episode, Emily is joined by Amanda Heidt, student at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories who is finishing up her thesis and moving on to a master's program for Scientific Communication. Definitions that may help: Meiofauna: Animals that live in between grains of sand or soil. DNA sequencing: Using computer technology to read the A's, T's, G's, and C's that code for your genetic characteristics, and those of other organisms. See more about meiofauna here http://web.vims.edu/bio/shallowwater/benthic_community/meiofauna.html See more about DNA sequencing here https://web.uri.edu/gsc/illumina-miseq-next-generation-sequencer/

Episode 1 of the nudibrains podcast! Definitions that may help: Nudibranch: A type of sea slug that has exposed gills to breathe underwater. Examples of nudibranchs include the Spanish Shawl, Hopkin's Rose, and the Opalescent nudibranch. See more about environmental DNA here https://biomeme.com/environmental-dna/