Podcast appearances and mentions of Danni Washington

Meet science communicator Danni Washington, who brought us the story of environmental activist Xiye Bastida. Danni shares her love of the sea and how she began her science career. And tells the story of meeting Xiye in person at a climate march. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It's based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner, with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Our executive producers were Katie Sprenger and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to the Danni Washington and the whole Rebel Girls team, who made this podcast possible. Until next time, stay rebel! [This episode originally aired on April 20, 2021]

In March 2019, Xiye Bastida led hundreds of her classmates in New York City in the first-ever global youth strike for climate justice. Since then, Bastida has become a leading voice in the youth climate justice movement in the United States and beyond, energizing and empowering youth to speak out to save the planet. Drawing on her Indigenous heritage as part of the Otomi-Toltec Peoples from Mexico, today, Bastida continues to advocate for restoring Earth's balance and making environmentalism a way of life. [This episode originally aired October 2021.] This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It's based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Executive Producer is Katie Sprenger. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner, sound designed and mixed by Camille Stennis. This episode was written by Alexis Stratton. Proofread by Ariana Rosas. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to Danni Washington! Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible. Until next time, stay rebel!

Michael Rainey Jr. talks STARZ series 'Power Book II: Ghost'; The state of the presidential race; Danni Washington talks role in Disney Jr.'s 'Ariel' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Rainey Jr. talks STARZ series 'Power Book II: Ghost'; The state of the presidential race; Danni Washington talks role in Disney Jr.'s 'Ariel' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Here's Thinking, Jayda and her producer Mia chat about this week's episode! We share our thoughts on this episode with the incredible Marine Biologist and Educator Danni Washington, what we loved, what we learnt and what we're taking away from her guest for hope.If you haven't listened to the latest episode, make sure you go do that first! Then come back and debrief with us…Follow us on InstagramJayda GMia Zur-SzpiroHere's Hoping Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marine Biologist and Educator Danni Washington, aka the Black Mermaid, brings us so much hope for the future of our oceans in this uplifting episode. Danni shares powerful advice how everyday people can protect our oceans as well as shares how her own relationship with water gives her the support to face any challenge.Follow Danni WashingtonFollow Jayda GFollow Here's Hoping Podcast More on our guest:Big Blue & You https://www.instagram.com/bigblueandyou/?hl=enDanni's Podcast Danni's Brand Mocha Mermaid Danni Washington is a renowned TV personality and science communicator with 15 years of experience. She made history as the first African-American woman to host a nationally syndicated science series. With a diverse portfolio including "Ocean Invaders" on PBS Nova, "Mission Unstoppable" on CBS, Xploration Nature Knows Best on FOX, and "Strange Evidence" on the Science Channel, she engages audiences in STEM. She hosted the podcast "The Genius Generation" spotlighting young innovators, and she authored "Bold Women In Science," celebrating 15 influential female scientists. As co-founder of nonprofit Big Blue & You, she inspires and educates youth about marine science education through the arts and media. Danni continues to educate the public on the importance of ocean conservation, STEM innovation and environmentalism using mediums that acutely connect: science, arts and media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An interview with a mermaid scientist!!! This Earth Week remix episode of Ear Snacks features the bright light of science communicator and mermaid, Danni Washington. Check out her amazing book, Bold Women in Science, and her podcast for kids, Genius Generation. Thanks again to our friends Arlo, Molly, Poppy, Opal, Sam, and Thiri (and their parents) for sharing what they know about lights! And thank you to all our listeners for your beautiful inner lights and for using them to help others see something new. Please consider supporting our work this holiday season at patreon.com/earsnacks (and receive a cameo-style personalized video!) To learn more or to be on the show, visit earsnacks.org – thanks for listening!

In a special edition of Rising Tide, David Helvarg, Vicki Nichols-Goldstein and Natasha Benjamin play excerpts of some of our past guests since RT first went live in 2020.  Since then, we've attracted thousands of listeners like you and tens of thousands more on community radio stations across the nation. Listen to clips from 14 of our past guests including Ian Urbina, Sylvia Earle, Danni Washington, Ralph Nader and many others.  Then go to our archives and listen to their full shows, help spread the word and remember! The only ocean resource not fully exploited is good story telling!Rising Tide, the Ocean Podcast, is a compelling platform that delves into the vast realms of ocean and climate science, conservation, and exploration featuring experts, scientists, mariners and explorers. Each half hour episode navigates through insightful discussions on marine life, and the critical issues affecting our seas. Informative, educational and humorous it is a valuable resource for anyone passionate about understanding and preserving our ocean world.

This week Trey Brazier speaks to Danni Washington, education honoree for the Black Achievers Awards. Danni, science communicator and host of the tv show "Nature Knows Best" talks about the show, raising awareness about the ocean and the role it plays in our day to day lives, and her non profit Big Blue and You where she and her mom educate people from marginalized communities about the ocean using science education and art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Trey Brazier speaks to Danni Washington, education honoree for the Black Achievers Awards. Danni, science communicator and host of the tv show "Nature Knows Best" talks about the show, raising awareness about the ocean and the role it plays in our day to day lives, and her non profit Big Blue and You where she and her mom educate people from marginalized communities about the ocean using science education and art.

In 1997, Captain Charles Moore discovered the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch,” the largest accumulation of plastic waste in the ocean. Since then, scientists have documented how plastic has permanently damaged marine ecosystems and even altered evolution. But marine biologist Danni Washington says it's not all “doom and gloom" — scientists are already putting innovative solutions in motion to protect our oceans.

In this Season 2 finale, Danni Washington is joined by Madeline St. Clair. Mads is a marine biologist, filmmaker, and Managing Director of Women in Ocean Science.   Mads and Danni dive deep on a variety of issues and topics ranging from Mad's experience studying tropical marine biology at the University of Essex, her research work in the Indo-Pacific, ocean noise pollution and quiet zones, and the struggle of finding resources in an underfunded industry. Mads and Danni speak in depth about helping women overcome obstacles in the marine science ecosystem. This discussion includes the Women in Ocean Science Sexual Harassment Survey. Please reference the following links for that part of the discussion.   Learn more about the Women in Ocean Science Sexual Harassment Survey discussed in this episode: https://www.womeninoceanscience.com/sexual-harassment   Here is a recommended peer-reviewed article on sexual harassment during scientific fieldwork: Clancy KBH, Nelson RG, Rutherford JN, Hinde K (2014) Survey of Academic Field Experiences (SAFE): Trainees Report Harassment and Assault. PLoS ONE 9(7): e102172.  https://journals.plos.org/PLOSOne/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0102172   And a 2018 report by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine: “Sexual Harassment of Women: Climate, Culture, and Consequences in Academic Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine” https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/24994/sexual-harassment-of-women-climate-culture-and-consequences-in-academic   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   -- Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel

Episode 91 was recorded in front of a live audience at the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills and is brought to you by our partner, Los Cabos Tourism.    Our special guest, Danni Washington, is a Science Communicator, Author, and TV Host. Making her return to the TWM podcast, she shares her love for the Pacific Ocean + Los Cabos and even drops hints about the top secret NatGeo show she's hosting.   Danni, a Miami native of Jamaican descent, graduated from The University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric with a Marine Science and Biology degree. At age 21, Danni and her mom launched the non-profit Big Blue & You, dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about marine Science through the arts and media.    Danni is a full-time dedicated marine science communicator, a part-time educational "mermaid," and an unstoppable rising media star brilliantly educating and entertaining. Standing at the intersection of Science and the public at large, Danni is the first African American woman of color to host an American Science TV show. Her new book geared towards youth, Bold Women In Science, tells the inspiring stories of fifteen women who changed the course of Science.   Danni is currently in production as the sole host of a "top secret" National Geographic Disney + mega-budgeted premium limited documentary series. She is the host of Season 1 of The Genius Generation; a new podcast focused on young people behind an incredible invention, entrepreneurial pursuit, or discovery using Science. Previously, Danni was a featured correspondent for the weekly nationally syndicated CBS series Mission Unstoppable, hosted and executive produced by Miranda Cosgrove and Geena Davis. Danni has also hosted Xploration Nature Knows Best on Fox and Amazon Prime, a STEM educational TV series featuring the latest bio-inspired technology and design advancements. Danni has also worked with other significant STEM shows, including Facebook Watch and Science the $#!* Out Of It to Science Channel's Strange Evidence.   Her new book, geared towards youth Bold Women In Science, tells the inspiring stories of fifteen women who changed the course of Science. Now Danni supports changing the system by serving as a judge for the Tom Ford Plastic Innovation Prize 2021. Danni is also a proud Board Member of the North American Association of Environmental Education.                                                                                Thanks to Danni for sharing her inspiring stories and LOVE for Los Cabos. We look forward to having you back on the podcast to tell us all about your NatGeo show coming out in Spring 2023! A big thank you to all our partners, Los Cabos Tourism, the Waldorf Astoria, State Bags, and all who attended this special live podcast evening!  

In this episode, Danni Washington speaks with the Black Mermaid, Zandi Ndhlovu. Zandi is a freediver based in South Africa. She is the founder of The Black Mermaid Foundation, and she works to create opportunities for exploration of the ocean for children across South Africa.   Zandi and Danni dive deep on topics ranging from how conservation starts with the youth, the need for diversity and inclusion in the marine conservation space, and how storytelling through various mediums is the key to engagement and protection of our oceans.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel

In this episode, Danni Washington is joined by Cristina Mittermeier. Cristina is an adventurer, conservationist, writer, and photographer. In 2005, she founded the prestigious International League of Conservation Photographers (ILCP) to provide a platform for photographers working on environmental issues. Cristina also co-founded Sea Legacy with her partner, Paul Nicklen.   Conversation goes deep as Danni and Cristina speak about topics including the power of connecting the science of the sea through story-telling, starting conservation non-profits, and overcoming obstacles as a woman wildlife photographer.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel

In this episode, Danni Washington is joined by Dr. Tiara Moore. Dr. Moore is the Founder and CEO of Black In Marine Science (BIMS) and the BIMS Program Lead at The Nature Conservancy in Washington.   Join Dr. Moore and Danni as they dive deep into the issues and solutions around lack of diversity and agency in marine science. Conversation ranges from the hurdles of marine science in HBCUs and higher education, to creating networks and organizations that show the power of diversity in protecting and maintaining our oceans.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel

Danni Washington is joined by a pod of mermaids in this episode. Andrea Contreras, Eni Owoeye, Sierra Garcia, and Chloe McKenna are all members of the US Youth Advisory Council for the UN Ocean Decade.    Dive into this engaging conversation with some of our oceans' next generation of conservationists and biologists as they discuss a wave of topics including mentorship, connecting urban environments to our waters, and the importance of youth voices and involvement at every level of ocean protection.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel

In this episode, Danni Washington speaks with Nigerian marine scientist Ronky Moojisola Adegbile. Ronky is the founder of the Nigerian Sea Turtle Network. She is also one of the first marine biologists to study Nigerian sea turtles.   Jump in as Danni and Ronky have deep discussions on topics ranging from rescuing sea turtles from coastal poachers and paying ransoms for sea turtle lives and building international support for funding of Nigerian research to the necessity of building relationships with coastal communities to protect and preserve Nigeria's beautiful seas and the inhabitants that live in and depend on the health of them.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel

In this opening episode of Season 2, Danni Washington speaks with "Chief Mermaid" Anna Oposa. Anna is a Filipina ocean conservationist and the co-founder of Save Philippine Seas, an organization that aims to protect coastal and marine environments through education and community-based projects.   Oposa dives deep on the work she has done to change the narrative around her native seas and the communities that rely on a healthy ocean. From work with local governments to protection of thresher sharks to the best marine puns, Anna gives a wonderful glimpse into the beautiful Philippine seas that she and her nation are working hard to protect.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   21st Century Mermaids is supported by The Baum Foundation. Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel

Danni Washington is a TV host and Science Communicator who campaigns for cleaner, plastic-free oceans. Danni is an incredibly inspiring person who founded her very own non-profit Big Blue & You at just 21 as well as being the first African-American woman to host her own science television series! In this episode we chat about all these areas and much more! We talk about her love of diving and what it's like to dive with sharks! Danni offers advice on creating your own brand and ways to communicate your message to your audience. We really hope you enjoy this episode! Share and leave us a comment, would love to hear your thoughts!

Who proved the existence of dark matter? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice learn about hidden figures of science you need to know aboout with author and science communicator Danni Washington. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can watch or listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://www.startalkradio.net/show/science-pioneers-with-danni-washington/Thanks to our Patrons Robert Anderson, Meagan Patrice, cael maurer, Marc-Anthony Serrano, Emily McKnight, Dave Fulton, lily_neko739, Josh Wyner, Tyler Mutchie, and Vanefede for supporting us this week.Photo Credit: Acagastya, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Looking for some learning this winter break? This episode of Ear Snacks features the bright light of science communicator and mermaid, Danni Washington. Check out her amazing book, Bold Women in Science, and her podcast for kids, Genius Generation. Thanks again to our friends Arlo, Molly, Poppy, Opal, Sam, and Thiri (and their parents) for sharing what they know about lights! And thank you to all our listeners for your beautiful inner lights and for using them to help others see something new. Please consider supporting our work this holiday season at patreon.com/earsnacks (and receive a cameo-style personalized video!) To learn more or to be on the show, visit earsnacks.org – thanks for listening!

A Miami native with Jamaican heritage, Danni Washington is deeply passionate about science communication and protecting and preserving our oceans. Using social and traditional media platforms, Danni takes her audiences on adventures to connect them with nature, aiming to inspire a more science-minded society along the way. Danni also illuminates how water has historically been used as a tool against people of color and shares her vision for natural spaces that are accessible for all. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lovenature/message

Our special episode series for The Reusies™ National Reuse Awards continues with the full panel discussion from the event on September 30. Moderated by science communicator and TV personality Danni Washington, panelists Matt Prindiville of Upstream; Bridget Croke of Closed Loop Partners; Liz Segran of Fast Company; and artist/activist Benjamin Von Wong discuss their vision for an #indisposable future, how we can get there, and why it's so important that we all come together to support the reuse movement.Resources:Learn more about The Reusies and see the 2021 award winnersWatch the full panel discussion on YouTubeThe Reusies bonus content: “Happiness” performance by Kori Withers 

In another episode of our special series for The Reusies™, meet Danni Washington, moderator and host of the inaugural National Reuse Awards™. Danni is a world-renowned television personality, science communicator, and the first African-American woman to host her own science television series. Danni talks with Matt Prindiville about her mission-focused work educating youth about the importance of reducing waste and ocean conservation – as well as her ongoing journey to elevate her voice, represent diverse communities in media, and inspire others to protect the planet.Resources: Danni's website Danni on InstagramDanni on FacebookBold Women in Science

Widely known for her work in science communications and world-renowned television shows such as “Xploration Nature Knows Best”, Danni Washington, AKA "Mocha Mermaid,” has paved the way for educating the youth on the importance of ocean conservation and mitigating climate change. Hear how her inspiring story has led her to a path to purpose in environmentalism, connecting to individuals around the world and becoming a role model for young girls all over the world thinking about pursuing a career in STEM. Bio: hello@danniwashington.com dw@danniwashington.com Danni Washington is fierce, focused, and on a mission. As a world-renowned television host and science communicator, Washington is the first African-American woman to host a nationally broadcast syndicated science television series. She is presently the host of The Genius Generation podcast produced by Seeker and Trax which spotlights young people behind an incredible invention, entrepreneurial pursuit, or discovery using science. Washington also served as a correspondent on CBS's Mission Unstoppable, a weekly program highlighting fascinating female innovators thriving on the cutting edge of science, Xploration Nature Knows Best on FOX, a series predicated on ingenuity in biomimicry meant to expose younger generations to inventions inspired by nature. Additional projects include "Science the $#!* Out Of It," for the popular Facebook Watch vertical, Untamed Science for Pearson Publishing, and Ocean GEMS. Washington continues to educate youth on the importance of ocean conservation, STEM innovation and environmentalism using mediums that acutely connect: science, arts and media. Her simplification of what is at stake with our planet makes her a mainstay in conservation and STEM advocacy. Websites: https://www.danniwashington.com/ Social Media Info IG: https://www.instagram.com/danniwashington/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/danniwashingtonTV TW: https://twitter.com/danniwashington https://twitter.com/bigblueandyou https://www.instagram.com/bigblueandyou/ https://www.facebook.com/bigblueandyou https://bigblueandyou.org/

Danni Washington speaks with Melissa Cristina ​Márquez, also known as the Mother of Sharks. Puerto Rican born and raised, Melissa has used her unique upbringing and love for sharks to become one of the biggest advocates for our oceans' top predator. First being introduced to sharks after watching Discovery's Shark Week as a child, Melissa took the deep dive into marine biology. Topics discussed range from bioluminescent bays to studying in New Zealand and Australia to our relationship with sharks and our big blue planet as a whole.   Melissa Cristina ​Márquez is a proud Latina marine biologist who is also known as the Mother of Sharks. She is a TV presenter, freelance wildlife writer, and an advocate for inclusive science communication. Melissa is also the host of Conciencia Azul, a PhD candidate, and currently traveling around the world as an active member of the OceanXplorers Team.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   21st Century Mermaids is supported by The Baum Foundation.   Producer: Curious Audio Editing and Sound Design: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistants: Apurva Iyengar

Welcome to the Sharks Don't Sleep Podcast. Where we talk to people who are making waves for the ocean. Today's Guest is Danni Washington. She is the CO-founder and Executive Director of Big Blue & You, an NPO based in Miami, founded in 2008, and run by women of color. Big Blue & You provides a global platform for younger generations to inspire ocean conversation activism. Danni and Big Blue & You believe that young people can influence positive change and help our precious oceans survive.

In this season 1 BONUS episode, we're trying to get at the elephant in the room: why should scientists even care about science communication? 5 very special guests in science communication come to answer this question: Danni Washington, science communicator, TV host, and podcaster (@danniwashington)Dr. Sadie Witkowski, science writer and podcaster (@SadieWit)Dr. Shannon O'Dell, science comedian and podcaster (@Shodell)Dr. Yarrow Axford, professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University (@yarrowaxford)Prof. Patti Wolter, professor of Journalism at Northwestern University (@Plwolter)If you listen to this episode and want to learn more about science communication or get involved in the science communication process, here are a few resources we recommend: Science Communication Online Programme (SCOPE)ComSciConAAAS Communication ToolkitSciLine nonprofitNPR Scicommers: A Science Communication CollectiveDon't forget to follow us on Twitter @SpotlightThePod to stay up-to-date on all news and episode releases!Learn more about Northwestern University SPOT on Twitter @SPOTForceNU or at our website spot.northwestern.eduPodcast artwork created by Edie Jiang, available at her website https://ediejiang.weebly.com/ or on Instagram @ediejiangMusic in this episode: Earth by MusicbyAden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/_earthMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/5yIbZVOv438

On this special rebroadcast of the Sea Change podcast, Jenna Valente is joined by Danni Washington, the co-founder of Big Blue and You, co-creator of Sea Youth Rise Up, a science communicator, an ocean advocate, and a television personality. A Miami native with Jamaican roots, Danni Washington is deeply passionate about oceans and science communications. She dreamed of studying the oceans since she was six years old. In 2008, Danni graduated from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science with a B.S. in Marine Science/Biology.

Danni Washington is a positive force of nature, wearing many hats and playing several key leadership roles towards a better tomorrow. She is an ocean advocate, science communicator, Marine Biologist, public speaker. podcast host, lover of the arts and Adventure, Board Member for the Pangea Seed Foundation, but she is foremost the first African-American woman to host her own science television series.  Danni is deeply passionate about inspiring the next generation to connect deeply to the natural world, and has spent over 10 years finding creative ways to convert her love for the ocean, and interest in science, into exciting, inventive projects.  She is the host of a recent STEM educational TV show featuring the most current advances in bio-inspired technology and design called Xploration: Nature Knows Best, which aired nationwide on FOX, streams on HULU and Amazon Prime.  She is a graduate of the University of Miami with a degree in Marine Science & Biology.  In addition to her love of Marine Biology, youth outreach and the arts, she is also an avid scuba diver, stand-up paddle boarder, digital influencer, curly girl and devotee to the outdoors.  She became a certified scuba diver at 17  and at age 21, she co-founded the Big Blue & You, a 501C-3 dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about marine conservation through arts and media.      LEARN MORE ABOUT DANNI WASHINGTON here:    Meet Danni Washington: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFDKug7VWBs Follow Danni on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danniwashington/?hl=en Follow Danni on Twitter: https://twitter.com/danniwashington?s=20 Website: https://www.danniwashington.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danniwashington Genius Generation Podcast: https://www.trax.fm/the-genius-generation Big Blue and You Website: https://bigblueandyou.org/ Mocha Mermaid: https://www.mochamermaid.com/ TEDx-youth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Lr9afMgcTQ Watch Stem #10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BL6BVlA6B0 Xploration Station: https://xplorationstation.vhx.tv/nature-knows-best/videos/subscribe-now-xploration-nature-knows-best-with-danni-washington Planet Home: https://www.facebook.com/planethome.eco/videos/594122337827078/ Board Member: https://www.pangeaseed.foundation/about-us/team/   “The sense of wonder and curiosity every time I looked at the ocean and horizon really sparked something inside me. ” - Danni Washington   TO SUGGEST A GUEST YOU CAN REACH US here: guest@ourepicocean.com or take the EPIC OCEAN CHALLENGE follow this link: https://www.ourepicocean.com/challengevid  

We’re excited about The Genius Generation, a new podcast hosted by Danni Washington, and we want you to get in on it. The Genius Generation — innovative kids, tweens and teens who are making discoveries, taking on the issues and problems they see around them and inventing new solutions using science. Host Danni Washington is a young science communicator dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about all things science. Danni, the first African American woman to host a Science Television Show in the US, interviews these young problem solvers and inventors and shares their stories of innovation and inspiration. Young people are sounding the alarm, not accepting things as they are, and using their smarts and ingenuity to invent the change they want to see. Featuring an interview with host Danni Washington and an episode from The Genius Generation Season 1 - the story of Luna Abadia the 16 year old founder of the Effective Climate Action Project. The Genius Generation. A new podcast from TRAX and PRX.

Danni Washington jumps into a great conversation with Mauritian marine scientist, Josheena Naggea. Listen on to hear topics ranging from sea turtle hatchlings to the social and ecological benefits of caring for our seas.   Josheena Naggea is an interdisciplinary scientist working to support marine governance in small island states who grew up in Mauritius. Her research focuses on adaptive management of marine protected areas, community inclusion, and the valorization of natural and cultural heritage in marine resource management. On top of that, she is also a doctoral candidate at Stanford University.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   21st Century Mermaids is supported by The Baum Foundation.   Producer: Curious Audio Editing and Sound Design: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistants: Apurva Iyengar

Nationally recognized TV Personality and STEM advocate Danni Washington talks being the first Black woman to host a science show on broadcast media and why now is the time for the nerds to reclaim science.  

In this episode, Danni Washington has an explorative discussion with co-host and West Coast mermaid Dr. Erika Woolsey, about her upbringing, coral reef exploration, and integrating emerging technology into ocean education.   Dr. Erika Woolsey, is a marine biologist, National Geographic Explorer, designer, Visiting Scholar at the Virtual Human Interaction Lab at Stanford University, and co-founder of The Hydrous, which harnesses ever-improving scalable technology, such as virtual reality and augmented reality, to develop and implement engaging science-based experiences to take more people to places in the ocean that are underexplored or inaccessible.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   21st Century Mermaids is supported by The Baum Foundation.   Producer: Curious Audio Editing and Sound Design: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistants: Carrie Wentzel and Apurva Iyengar Marketing and Communications Strategist:  Angela Bermudo

Danni Washington is a science communicator, tv and podcast host, and non-profit founder with a background in marine biology. She's also an ocean advocate who loves scuba diving and using education, the arts and social media to inspire people of all ages to connect more deeply with the natural world. We talk to her about everything from ocean plastics to mermaids to the importance of representation in STEAM. Find out more about Danni at https://www.danniwashington.com/.For more information about Faith, Addie and The Trail Ahead go to https://www.thislanddoc.com/thetrailahead.

Danni Washington makes the deep dive on marine protection and conservation with fellow mermaid, Mariasole Bianco. Mariasole coordinates the Young Professionals network of the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas, hosts a TV show in Italy about ocean wonders and issues, works with private sector on ocean responsibility, teaches at the University of Genoa, and is the founder and president of Worldrise, an Italian non-profit organisation focused on marine conservation and young professional empowerment. In June 2020 she published "Pianeta Oceano," her first book that describes the wonders of the ocean, the problems that afflict it, and the solutions that can be adopted to safeguard it.    In this episode, Mariasole dives deep on her upbringing on the beaches and islands of Italy to studying and working abroad in Australia and the journey of taking her talents back to her home country to help drive the conversation for conservation in Italy and Europe. Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   --   21st Century Mermaids is supported by The Baum Foundation.   Producer: Curious Audio Editing and Sound Design: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistants: Carrie Wentzel and Apurva Iyengar Marketing and Communications Strategist:  Angela Bermudo

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to change the world? From creating a robot that can sniff out plastic in the ocean to coding an algorithm that detects Parkinson's disease, our host Danni Washington sits down with inventors, entrepreneurs, and explorers to hear the stories behind their amazing discoveries. Oh, and there’s one more thing: they accomplished all of this before they turned 18. You’re never too young to change the world. New episodes every Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.

In this inaugural episode, Erika Woolsey and Mariasole Bianco interview Danni Washington. Danni is an ocean activist, science communicator  and TV presenter who campaigns for healthier, , plastic-free oceans. She founded the Not-for-Profit Big Blue & You. Danni also presents the STEM-themed TV show Xploration Nature Knows Best, Mission Unstoppable, and web series Science the $#!* out of it.   Washington dives deep on her journey from growing up on the Miami beaches to becoming an educated ocean advocate, STEM educator,  avid underwater adventurer, and modern day mermaid.   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review!   ---   21st Century Mermaids is supported by The Baum Foundation.   Producer: Curious Audio Editing and Sound Design: Vagabond Podcast Productions Productions Assistant: Carrie Wentzel and Apurva Iyengar Marketing and Communications Strategist:  Angela Bermudo

In this week's episode, Nixie Marie sits down with Danni Washington, a marine biologist and the first African American Woman to host her own science television series. She is a fellow mermaid activist and Co-Founder of Big Blue and You which is an organization that is dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about ocean conservation through arts and media. Miami native with Jamaican heritage, Danni Washington is deeply passionate about our oceans and science communications. She dreamed of studying the oceans since she was six years old and that passion has fueled her work as a TV host, thought leader, public speaker, and more. Currently, Danni was featured as a correspondent in season one of a weekly nationally syndicated CBS series called Mission Unstoppable with host Miranda Cosgrove who is also co-Executive Producer alongside fellow actor Geena Davis. Danni has also hosted Xploration Nature Knows Best on FOX and Amazon Prime, a STEM educational TV series that featured the latest advancements in bio-inspired technology and design — making her the first African-American woman to host her own science television series. What we chat about: - Empowering the youth to connect with the ocean - The biggest issues that we face in the ocean today - The importance of biodiversity in the ocean - Protecting 30% of marine life by 2030 - The power of feminine strength and connecting to the ocean *********************************************************************************** Be the first to shop Nixie's new CLARYTI product Super Solid Dish Soap and get 15% off using code: NUEARTH CLICK HERE TO SHOP Become an ocean activist by switching your plastic dish soap to a super solid concentrated formula that is plastic free! {Discount ends 1/12) *********************************************************************************** SUBSCRIBE and WRITE A REVIEW if you loved today's episode! Join our Patreon to support the show and get the BONUS secret episodes!!! Tribe love: Intro music created by Deya Dova www.deyadova.com Mid-roll & Outro Music created by Saritah IG @saritahmusic FB saritah.official SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/artist/6uY5fL10UMBGn5d03v6eKN?si=hv1T5XQGRTGTlA8fdriLHA www.saritah.com Podcast Production by Ease of Mind Co. info@easeofmind.co https://www.easeofmind.co/

Danni Washington is a TV host and Science Communicator who is also the first African-American woman to host her own science television series. Danni is the co-founder of Big Blue & You, a proficient scuba diver, the co-creator of Sea Youth Rise Up, an inspirational speaker and a passionate advocate for ocean and planet conservation. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danniwashington/ Big Blue & You: https://bigblueandyou.org/ Sea Youth Rise Up: http://seayouthriseup.org/

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We are joined by superstar science communicator Danni Washington! Danni Washington is a TV host and Science Communicator who is also the first African-American woman to host her own science television series. She is sharing her tips on how to be an effective science communicator, how to maintain the momentum of the climate movement inRead more The post 134: How To Communicate Science; Climate Democracy and Equity | Danni Washington appeared first on ECO CHIC.

Danni Washington is a TV Host and Board Member at PangeaSeed Foundation who is joined by conservation journalist Swati Thiyagarajan to vouch on behalf of our dying oceans. In this episode, these activists share the urgency of climate change, simple steps you can take to reduce ocean pollution, and inspiring hope for the next generation.

An empowering chat with ocean science communicator Danni Washington - the first woman of color to host an American science TV show. Danni shares all about her background in Marine Biology, her passion for connecting youth with the ocean through her non-profit The Big Blue & You, some seriously incredible diving adventures, and the absolute importance of diversity in science and conservation.  To learn more about Danni’s work, visit danniwashington.com and find her on social media @danniwashington. Visit padi.com/podcast to share and record your dive story for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode! 

On this special Labor Day episode of ASP, Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham talk to with the amazing Danni Washington about the state of science communication, reaching the public, and advocating for the ocean realm. Danni is a force of nature building a media communication empire to build public support for better ocean and coastal policies. Nothing but ocean love on this special Labor Day show with one of the truly inspirational advocates on the American Shoreline.

Today I’m chatting with Danni Washington, a Correspondent on the Emmy-nominated Mission Unstoppable, the Host of Exploration Station and The Science Channel. Danni is a real advocate for the oceans, and she makes science not only fun, but dare I say sexy. She’s the very definition of #blackgirlmagic. In this episode we chat about everything from our favorite dive sites to the importance of sustainable travel and her tips for making it through one of the world’s craziest parties — Caribbean Carnival. So make yourself a mimosa, and join us. Hungry for more? You can follow us on IG and Twitter @kristasimmons and @forkintheroadmedia.

David talks to artist and TV personality Danni Washington about the links between BLM protests, frontline communities of color, clean water, Gen Z, COVID-19, STEM for girls and boys, how to make science fun and more. Rising Tide Podcast aims to give you information, inspiration, and motivation to tackle the challenges our oceans are facing. The oceans are rising, so are we! Learn more at bluefront.org

Danni Washington is back on the show to discuss her upcoming involvement in the online virtual summit called EarthXOcean from June 9-12. The summit will be discussing solutions for four major challenges we face in the Ocean today: 1) High Seas; 2) Coral Reef Protection; 3) Ocean Plastic Solutions; and, 4) Sustainable Fishing.  Danni also discusses why she co-founded her organization Big Blue and You with her Mother and why science communication is important to her and to marine conservation.  Register for the summit with me: http://www.speakupforblue.com/earthxocean. Links To Connect With Danni: Website: https://bigblueandyou.org/ CBS Unstoppable: https://www.cbs.com/shows/mission-unstoppable/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danniwashington/ Check out the new Speak Up For The Ocean Blue Podcast App: http://www.speakupforblue.com/app. Speak Up For Blue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakupforblue/ Speak Up For Blue Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpeakUpforBlue Check out the Shows on the Speak Up For Blue Network: Marine Conservation Happy Hour Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k4ZB3x Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2kkEElk Madame CuriosityApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2xUlSax Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V38QQ1 ConCiencia Azul: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k6XPio Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k4ZMMf Dugongs & Seadragons: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lB9Blv Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2lV6THt Environmental Studies & Sciences Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lx86oh Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2lG8LUh Marine Mammal Science: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k5pTCI Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k1YyRL Projects For Wildlife Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Oc17gy Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37rinWz Ocean Science RadioApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3chJMfA Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3bnkP18

We take a serious turn on today's podcast to speak out against the police brutality on the black community over the past few months as well as systematic racism in the Marine Science and Conservation field. I am honoured to have Danni Washington on today's episode to answer questions about how she feels about the Black Lives Matter Movement, her experience protesting in Los Angelos, and what we need to do as a community in Marine Conservation to be more inclusive and diversify the way we look at Marine Conservation. Links To Know More About Danni Washington: Website: https://bigblueandyou.org/ CBS Unstoppable: https://www.cbs.com/shows/mission-unstoppable/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danniwashington/ I looked back on many of the past guests I have had on this podcast and noticed that I can improve on the diversity of guests that come on the show to discuss their research. If you know anyone who you think would be a great guest on the podcast and is a visible minority, please email me their contact to andrew@speakupforblue.com. What do you think Marine Science and Conservation can do to improve inclusiveness of minorities in the field? Share your thoughts in the Speak Up For Blue Facebook Group: http://www.speakupforblue.com/group. Check out the new Speak Up For The Ocean Blue Podcast App: http://www.speakupforblue.com/app. Speak Up For Blue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakupforblue/ Speak Up For Blue Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpeakUpforBlue Check out the Shows on the Speak Up For Blue Network: Marine Conservation Happy Hour Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k4ZB3x Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2kkEElk Madame CuriosityApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2xUlSax Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2V38QQ1 ConCiencia Azul: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k6XPio Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k4ZMMf Dugongs & Seadragons: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lB9Blv Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2lV6THt Environmental Studies & Sciences Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lx86oh Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2lG8LUh Marine Mammal Science: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k5pTCI Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k1YyRL Projects For Wildlife Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Oc17gy Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37rinWz Ocean Science RadioApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3chJMfA Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3bnkP18

On this special show, we look back on some of the best moments captured on the Sea Change podcast. 1. Danni Washington is an American activist, artist and presenter who campaigns for cleaner, plastic-free oceans. She founded the Not-for-Profit Big Blue & You, and presents the STEM-themed TV show Xploration Nature Knows Best. (0:0:38) 2. Daniel Lanzilotta is a New York City based artist, known for his work with plastic waste, detritus, rubbish, fragments of litter, trash, flotsam and jetsam. (0:12:40) 3. Live form EarthX in Dallas, Texas, Jenna speaks with members of Heirs to Our Oceans. (0:24:31) 4. Alex Palumbo is a talented visual artist and storyteller who is setting his sights on not only spreading awareness about environmental challenges but pairing them with solutions and actions that everyone can take to improve the health of their community. Explore the intersection of art and advocacy with Jenna and Alex. (0:30:53) 5. Jenna celebrates her 20th episode of the Sea Change Podcast by sitting down for a lively conversation with her dear friend and colleague, Sarah Winter Whelan. Sarah is the Ocean Policy Program Director and Healthy Oceans Coalition Director for the American Littoral Society. (0:43:08) 6. Sherry Gilmore is the Owner of the Acadia Institute of Oceanography, a marine summer camp that introduces young people to the exciting world of marine science through a unique hands-on curriculum that combines biological, physical and chemical oceanography with field, classroom, offshore, and laboratory work. (0:49:47)

2019: What A Year! Peter and Tyler close out 2019 with a wide-ranging retrospective on the year, including the biggest coastal trends, the best podcast guests of the year, our favorite shows on ASPN, and the highlights from the 219 podcasts released this year! ASPN and Coastal News Today grew beyond our dreams in 2019 and we hope we were able to capture the complexity of the coastal conversation in America and around the world. The coastal space is the most dynamic environment on the planet and a land of immense opportunities and intricate challenges. We hope we have brought a flavor of this world to you, our readers and listeners, in 2019. In this Year-End-In Review, Peter and Tyler delve deep into ASPN's 2019 coverage, especially our must-show coverage of the Maine lobster industry, which encapsulates the complexity of coastal resource management, economics, and environmental protection all along the American shoreline. Over seven shows, we took an in-depth look at the lobster harvest explosion, the science behind the fishery, lobster shell disease, the seemingly existential threat posed by climate change, and critical efforts by the NOAA Take Reduction Team to protect the last 400 North Atlantic right whales threatened by "vertical lines" from lobster traps and other risks. We call it the "ASPN Treatment." And, we pause to thank our great ASPN Hosts who made this year so memorable: Jenna Valente, Host of the Sea Change Podcast; Derek Brockbank, Host of the Capitol Beach Podcast; Dan Martin, Host of Next Gen Waterfronts Podcast; Dan Ginolfi & Howard Marlowe, Co-hosts of the Water Log Podcast; Jacques Hebert & Simone Maloz, Co-hosts of the Delta Dispatches Podcast; Thane Tienson and Brad Warren, Co-hosts of the Changing Waters Podcast; Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham, Co-hosts of the American Shoreline Podcast; Rob Nixon, Host of the Next Swell Podcast; Bob Frump, Host of the Ship to Shore Podcast; Leslie Ewing, Host of the Shorewords! Podcast; Peter Ravella, Host of the Local Control Podcast; and Tyler Buckingham, Host of both the Beach Shack Pod and the Friday Happy Hour Podcast. Together, these hosts drew some amazing guests to ASPN. Among our favorites were Danni Washington, ocean educator and activist; Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards; Ken Graham, Director of the National Hurricane Center; Senator Sheldon Whitehouse from Rhode Island; Dr. Susan Hovorka, a carbon sequestration specialist from the University of Texas Bureau of Economic Geology; Mary Robinson, former President of Ireland and international climate change activist; Gilbert M. Gaul Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Geography of Risk; Patrice McCarron, Executive Director of the Maine Lobstermen's Association; Shanee Stopnitzky, Director of the Community Submersible Project; Dr. Joe Kunkel, a lobster scientist from UMASS, and so many, many more. There's no way to adequately summarize the breadth, width and depth of ASPN's 2019 coverage. Over the holiday when you have time traveling in the car or sitting back on a quiet afternoon, meander through the ASPN catalogue of shows and listen to a few . . . there are real treasures there. Finally, Peter and Tyler reflect on the coastal and ocean trends of 2019 and the last decade, and what we might expect to see in 2020 and beyond. Wow, what a year! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all our hosts, our guests, and our readers and listeners! Thank you and on to the next decade.

This week’s dose of Boiling Point Science is brought to you by Tim and Jake. Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae ) population has bounced back to 93 percent of the population’s prehunt levels; And Jake interviews the delightful marine biologist-mermaid-science communicator-tv presenter, Danni Washington Listen in to the stories: bit.ly/BoilingPointScience | http://eastsidefm.org/boilingpoint/#

Passion for the Planet and Optimism for the Oceans Danni Washington Science Communicator and TV Host   Danni Washington is the first African-American woman of color to host an American science TV series. Deeply passionate about understanding the natural world and inspiring others to connect to nature, Danni continues to be a positive role model and voice of the future for a healthy planet on land and in the ocean. I caught up with Danni as she was hosting conversations with young global leaders  during the UN Youth Climate Summit in NYC. The youth were sharing their concerns, hopes, dreams for a carbon neutral future. In our conversation, we both agreed that this generation of young activists are  “woke” and intelligent and bring great value to the conversation on climate solutions here and now…Why? The youth today realize that they are the generation to live with the future we manifest with our actions today to decarbonize our world and regenerate natural ecosystems. Particularly drawn to the ocean, Danni shares with us her personal moment of clarity and commitment; when she knew that she would dedicate herself to ocean conservation through media and digital influence. I just loved the spirit and energy of this interview; let’s listen in. Enjoy.

Relationship with Earth: Saving the Ocean Meet Danni Washington, host of on the Discovery Show and the first African-American TV host of a science show for kids. She’s a self-described “Bill Nye” for children across the nation, helping us all understand our impact on the environment, especially on our world’s oceans. Listen as we discuss a few simple strategies for mindful consumption that’s clean for us and the Earth. Links mentioned in this episode: Find out more about Danni Washington on her website and follow her Youtube channel. Social Media Follow Socially Divorced for more lifestyle tips on Facebook and Instagram @Sociallydivorced

As the first African-American woman to host her own science television series, Danni is deeply passionate about inspiring the next generation to connect and understand the natural world. She has spent the last 10 years finding creative ways to convert her passion for the ocean and science into exciting, high-profile ways. Miami native with Jamaican roots, Danni Washington is deeply passionate about exposing the next generation to the wonders of the ocean and engaging science communications. She dreamed of studying the oceans since she was six years old. In 2008, Danni graduated from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science with a B.Sc. in Marine Science/Biology. At age 21, she co-founded along with her mom, Michelle Swaby-Smith the Big Blue & You - A 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about marine conservation through the arts and media.  "Ocean Conservation through Artistic Inspiration". She also served for four years as a naturalist at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center where she helped educate thousands of South Florida children about local marine ecosystems.   For three years, Danni served as an on-camera personality and science filmmaker with Untamed Science which created nearly 200 K-12 Science Educational Videos for Pearson textbooks that are currently in classrooms across the USA), Ocean GEMS (a multimedia series and outreach program connecting teens to marine scientists mentors and role models inspiring them to pursue careers in marine science) and she also co-starred with Jaden Smith in the official educational outreach video for the theatrical film After Earth starring Jaden and his dad, Will Smith.  Most recently, Danni is working as the host of a brand new STEM educational TV Series which features the latest advancements in bio-inspired technology and design called XPLORATION NATURE KNOWS BEST which is syndicated on FOX and available on HULU, Amazon Prime, Roku and Yahoo View.   Danni was also featured as a commentator in Discovery’s original series, STRANGE EVIDENCE on the Science Channel. She co-created and produced a new initiative called Sea Youth Rise Up which is a collaborative effort to elevate the role of youth leadership in ocean conservation policy and advocacy on World Oceans Day.  In 2017, Danni was selected as one of the 10 young innovators who was profiled in CA Technologies #STEM10 initiative featured on Amy Poehlers . Most recently, Danni served as spokesperson of the nation’s largest celebration of STEM at the USA Science & Engineering Festival in Washington D.C. Danni has a deep appreciation for the arts and seeks any creative outlet to express herself including dance, film and music. She is an avid scuba diver, passionate curly girl, stand-up paddle boarding enthusiast, MOCHA MERMAID and overall lover of the natural world, she is ALWAYS ready for an ADVENTURE.

I have the pleasure of having a great discussion with Danni Washington about sustainable clothing and for the need for people to rethink the way they look at fashion as it affects the Ocean. Danni is a Marine Biologist who is originally from Miami, but travels around the world to discuss Marine Conservation and support ecotourism and sustainable brands. She is THE definition of an Oceanpreneur.  Danni and I discuss a clothing brand of which she is a spokesperson as it embodies some great things that she spreads: Women empowerment (and representation in STEM) and sustainability.  Take a listen to the episode to find out more about the brand, Round + Square, and how Danni is bringing an ocean focus to the brands sustainability conversation. Find Out More About Danni Washington: Website - https://www.danniwashington.com/ TV Host - https://www.xplorationstation.com/show/Xploration-Nature-Knows-Best Her Non-Profit - https://bigblueandyou.org/ Sea Youth Rise Up - http://seayouthriseup.org/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/danniwashington/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/danniwashington Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/danniwashingtonTV/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danniwashington/ Round + Square - https://roundplussquare.com/ Do you have any questions about the brand or about Danni? Share them in the Facebook Group: http://www.speakupforblue.com/group. Want to get started on living for a better Ocean? Sign up for the Grove Collaborative and get a free gift: http://www.speakupforblue.com/goocean. 

On this episode of the Sea Change podcast, Jenna Valente is joined by Danni Washington, the co-founder of Big Blue and You, Co-creator of Sea Youth Rise Up, a science communicator, an ocean advocate, and a television personality. A Miami native with Jamaican roots, Danni Washington is deeply passionate about oceans and science communications. She dreamed of studying the oceans since she was six years old. In 2008, Danni graduated from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science with a B.S. in Marine Science/Biology.

In this weeks episode I sit down with Ocean Advocate, Artist & Explorer, Danni Washington. We discuss environmental responsibility and so much more. Miami native with Jamaican roots, Danni is deeply passionate about our oceans and science communications. She dreamed of studying the oceans since she was six years old. In 2008, Danni graduated from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science with a B.Sc. in Marine Science/Biology. At age 21, she co-founded along with her mom, Michelle Swaby-Smith the Big Blue & You - A 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about marine conservation through the arts and media.  "Ocean Conservation through Artistic Inspiration".  She also served for four years as a naturalist at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center where she helped educate thousands of South Florida children about local marine ecosystems.  For three years, Danni served as an on-camera personality and science filmmaker with Untamed Science which created nearly 200 K-12 Science Educational Videos for Pearson textbooks that are currently in classrooms across the USA), Ocean GEMS (a multimedia series and outreach program connecting teens to marine scientists mentors and role models inspiring them to pursue careers in marine science) and she also co-starred with Jaden Smith in the official educational outreach video for the theatrical film After Earth starring Jaden and his dad, Will Smith.  Most recently, Danni is working as the host of a brand new STEM educational TV Series which features the latest advancements in bio-inspired technology and design called XPLORATION NATURE KNOWS BEST which is syndicated on FOX and available on HULU, Amazon Prime, Roku and Yahoo View. She also co-created and produced a new initiative called Sea Youth Rise Up which is a collaborative effort to elevate the role of youth leadership in ocean conservation policy and advocacy on World Oceans Day.   Danni has a deep appreciation for the arts and seeks any creative outlet to express herself including dance, film and music. She is an avid scuba diver, passionate curly girl, stand-up paddle boarding enthusiast, MOCHA MERMAID and overall lover of the natural world, she is ALWAYS ready for an ADVENTURE.

Proud eco-geek and science communicator Danni Washington is making waves with her non-profit work and as the host of her own Fox-syndicated television show Nature Knows Best. She also founded her own non-profit called Big Blue and You and puts on a yearly event called ArtSea in Miami. Wanting to bridge the gap between scientists and every day citizens, Danni embarked on a wild adventure that has taken her from recording videos for text books, to YouTube and winning a contest led by clothing brand Roxy, and onto being the star of her own tv show. Listen in as Danni tells us how she made it all happen and the time she tried to convince comedian Kevin Hart to go green. -- Resources mentioned in this episode: Andrea Marshall, Marine Biologist Blue Mind, Wallace J Nichols Mission Blue, Dr. Silvia Earl Saved by the Sea, David Helvarg March for the Ocean, June 9th Plastic Ocean, Capt. Charles Moore Rachel Carson Plastic Paradise, Angela Son Kiss the Ground Klean Kanteen -- If you're in the Miami area on Saturday, March 3rd, check out Danni's non-profit, Big Blue and You, event called ArtSea. It takes place at Historic Virginia Beach Park and includes a full day of art and education surrounding ocean conservation. Save the Date for our showing of WASTED! The Story of Food Waste, co-hosted by Talk Trash City, on Tuesday, April 10th at 6:30 PM. We'll be bringing together an evening of sustainable food and drink at the Kickstarter HQ in Greenpoint Brooklyn. Tickets will go on sale at the beginning of March. Join the conversation on Facebook, follow us on Instagram, and try our repurposed coffee body scrub. Don't forget to subscribe, review, and share this podcast with other eco-warriors. We read all of your reviews and your positive ratings help us spread the word and spur more eco-warriors to action. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/trashtalking/support

This episode me (AND MATT!!!) talked to Danni Washington about her her science education TV show, what the heck biomimicry is and how people are creating all kinds of cool technologies based on it, and the importance of mentorship to her career as a science advocate.  Danni is the first African-American woman to host her own science television series. She serves as the host of a STEM educational TV show which features the most current advances in bio-inspired technology and design called Xploration Nature Knows Best which airs nationwide on FOX (also available on HULU and Amazon Prime). At age 21, she also co-founded Big Blue & You, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about marine conservation through arts and media.

Danni is a dedicated and talented ocean spokesperson working as an on-camera host to give the oceans a voice. Hear how she's gone from a background in marine science to currently hosting Xploration Station's Nature Knows Best TV show available on Hulu and FOX. Dannie is also the co-founder of her ocean conservation non-profit, Big Blue & You, dedicated to inspiring and educating youth on all things ocean through art, science, and policy. Visit Danni's website: http://www.danniwashington.com/ Subscribe to Danni's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9BYsMJOXTp__BZ4shKa7tg Follow Danni on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danniwashington/ Follow Big Blue & You on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigblueandyou/ Follow Big Blue & You on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigblueandyou/?fref=ts Visit the Big Blue & You website: http://bigblueandyou.org/

Danni Washington is the newest member of the Untamed Science team and an amazing science educator. After earning a bachelors in Marine Science from the University of Miami, Danni joined the Untamed Science team in an effort to change the way students learn about their world. In this short video she describes the essence of what we do.