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Meet your vineyard night-shift rodent patrol —barn owls. Bob Peak, a dedicated volunteer at Pacific Wildlife Care, shares how these incredible predators consume up to 30 gophers or voles a night. Learn fun facts about their short lifecycle, nesting habits, and how to properly install nest boxes (hint: ventilation and road direction matter!). Discover how you can encourage barn owls to thrive on your land—plus, hear how these owls even foster orphaned chicks. 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Learn more at www.vineyardteam.org.   Transcript [00:00:04] Beth Vukmanic: Meet your vineyard, night shift Rodent patrol - barn owls. Welcome to Sustainable Wine Growing with Vineyard Team, where we bring you the latest in science and research for the wine industry. I'm Beth Vukmanic, executive director [00:00:18] In today's podcast, Craig Macmillan critical resource manager at Niner Wine Estates with longtime SIP Certified Vineyard in the first ever SIP Certified winery. Speaks with Bob Peak, a dedicated volunteer at Pacific Wildlife Care. [00:00:34] Bob shares how these incredible predators consume up to 30 gophers or voles a night. Learn fun facts about their short lifecycle nesting habitats, and how to properly install nest boxes, hint, ventilation, and road direction matter. [00:00:50] Discover how you could encourage barn owls to thrive on your land plus. Here how these owls even foster orphaned chicks. [00:00:58] If you love this topic and want to learn even more about barn owls, you won't want to miss the June 6th, 2025 tailgate on bird abatement and managing wildlife in the vineyard. [00:01:09] Hosted at Jackson Family Wines Bar M Vineyard in Los Alamos, California. We'll see a live falconry demonstration and learn the latest barn owl research from California Polytechnic State University, including how changes in vineyard habitat affect foraging behavior. To register, just go to vineyard team.org/events or look for the link in the show notes. [00:01:33] Now, let's listen in. [00:01:38] Craig Macmillan: Our guest today is Bob Peak. He is a volunteer with Pacific Wildlife care in SLO County, California. And today we're gonna talk about barn owls. Thanks for being on the podcast, Bob. [00:01:48] Bob Peak: Thank you very much Craig, and I want to thank you and the Niner Wine Estates for this invitation. I think that this going to be very informative and quite fascinating actually. [00:02:00] Craig Macmillan: Yeah, so I'll give you a little bit of background on that. I met Bob, when he came out to Niner Wine estates, looking for clutches, looking for looking for outlets, and we learned all kinds of fascinating things. And I was like, I have got to talk to this guy on the podcast 'cause there's so much information and interesting things about barn owls that I didn't know, until a couple months ago. [00:02:23] But why don't we start with you telling us a little bit about, pacific wildlife Care. [00:02:28] Bob Peak: Yes. Pacific Wildlife Care was started 41 years ago here in the county by home rehabbers. There was no facility. People did their work in their specialty right out of their home, whether it was raccoons or opossums. We people tended to have a different skill that they were good at, and it started with very humble beginnings. [00:02:51] We finally reached a point where we could afford a facility and we went and occupied part of the PG&E power plant there in Morrow Bay. We are right next door to the Marine Mammal Center, if anyone knows where that is, and we are right now in the process of having to move as they are, also as there are plans coming up for the property. [00:03:17] We currently have had some donors step up and provide us with not only the 10 acres of land on Buckley Road in San Luis Obispo, but we are also very quickly in the process of building a brand new facility out there. [00:03:35] Craig Macmillan: That is really great. There's definitely a need for this. How did you personally become involved in wildlife rehabilitation? [00:03:43] Bob Peak: I needed something to do after I retired and I literally, I saw an ad in the Tribune, a local paper that said that they were looking for volunteers and I had had some experience with the birds of prey as a a child. I have a Native American background and they're a very important part of our culture. [00:04:04] we, we learned about them early on and the opportunity to work around people that were like-minded as far as with the animals in San Luis Bipo County was rather exciting. [00:04:18] Craig Macmillan: And so let's move on. Talk about barn owls specifically. Why is it important to encourage and protect barn owls? [00:04:24] Bob Peak: Ooh, that's a good question. barn owls are a species that really keep things in check. They're the balance to something that could get outta control very quickly. and I think we all see that, whether it's at our houses or at the wineries. And that's these, the rodents and other pests. That not only are harmful to us but they're harmful to our crops and even potential danger to us as well. [00:04:56] They are voracious eaters. They consume anywhere between six to eight voles or gophers a night. And that's each when a parent is feeding the young. That number can go up by times four. You could see that you might be 30 vols taken a night. So they do a tremendous job for the environment. And again, they, they're more of a checks and balances. [00:05:29] I think too that the more barn owls that you have in an area it means that you're basically protected. It's one of those things too where people also think the same way with the, the skunks or opossums and raccoons. They can be nuisances at times, but they serve a very good purpose in eliminating all kinds of pests, insects, and things that you don't want. [00:05:56] Craig Macmillan: What is the lifecycle of a barn owl? [00:06:00] Bob Peak: . I wrote a couple of notes down on this. The lifecycle is rather short for barn owl. The, they're cavity nesters, what happens is the, the barn owl parents make for life, they're monogamous. So they'll stick around they'll find a cavity barn or something that a box where they'll head in and lay anywhere between one and eight eggs. The incubation period is rather quick. [00:06:38] The breeding season is basically between late January and February for about six to eight weeks. , about a week and a half before the female laser eggs, she's nest bound. She's too heavy to fly. She can't even get out of the box. [00:06:53] Another thing that she does at that same time is she picks a little brood patch. On her belly to where she can remove those feathers. And once the young born, 'cause they have no feathers, she will put them right next to that skin of hers for the warmth that they're gonna need. [00:07:15] Incubation is 29 to about 34 days. Again, they could lay between one and eight eggs. And they can do that three times a year. They might just have one clutch of eight. They could have two or maybe even three if the conditions are right. [00:07:33] She'll turn these eggs every so many minutes and then it takes, oh, I would say, you know, like 29 to 34 days, [00:07:44] and then the chick to get out from the shell. The have this little hook on the end of their bill. It's an egg tooth that's on the end of their, bill. And then that will actually break the egg open and it does take a while for, it takes 12 to 36 hours for 'em to get out of that eggshell. Four to seven. [00:08:08] It'll be about four months before they'll see another. But brood, because once they leave, then they'll lay more eggs. [00:08:17] The four months will pass from the egg being laid to the young, gaining independence. That's it. And they pretty much don't receive much training from their parents. It's, they get out of the box and then they're on their own. Where a great horned owl will spend up to a year or more, even longer with their parents. [00:08:37] Craig Macmillan: Hmm. [00:08:39] Bob Peak: A freshly hatched barnells Pink mentioned that know they hatch in sequence of the way that they were laid. [00:08:46] Craig Macmillan: Oh. [00:08:46] Bob Peak: The oldest could be three weeks old when the youngest hatches. So there is a. A challenge for food with that young one because that big one's gonna be going after it. So that's right off the bat. You know, you got some you know, some things working against you. [00:09:03] The downey Plumage starts to show up about three weeks later. They tend to clutch together and for that warmth till then. And then the female again, is taking the food brought by the male. The male is doing all the hunting. And the male will bring it in. The female will grab that food and rip it apart and feed it individually to each of the babies. Very small pieces [00:09:31] about the time they're two weeks old, they can stand on their own and they can actually eat whole prey. And now that's something to see on itself, to watch these little critters take a vole or a small mouse and swallow that you think they're gonna choke. It's quite. For a parent, you know, you're worried, you know [00:09:53] once the, the youngest chick can feed itself, then mom will leave the nest for hunting too. No longer needed to rip food. And then it takes both parents to feed those animals. And because each of the young ones are gonna need three or more mice themselves. On top of mom and dad eating each needing 8, 6, 7, or eight themselves. [00:10:23] Average time to fledge is about nine weeks. Fledgling means they basically are fully feathered and ready to take off to see the world. They can test their wings sometimes, but to do so a lot of times there's no perch. There's just basically the entry and exit hole. That's why we find 'em so many times on the ground. They're curious. They get close to that or sometimes they can get pushed out again. Most of the time when we receive them, it's because they've fallen out of a nest. [00:10:58] , if they are on the ground, they're pretty much doomed because. There's raccoons in your area, Craig. You've got Bobcat, you've got mountain lions, coyotes. We're trying to get them back into that box as soon as we can. [00:11:13] Fledglings will continue to be fed by the parents for about three months, maybe even a little longer. By. Oh, I would say November. The fledglings will have dispersed if they were laid in the summer and they found a territory settled into a new Nest site. But life is hard for the new ones. It's true of owls and it's true of the raptors, hawks, eagles and things. The survival rate is low. The survival rates can average 37 to 65%. [00:11:54] Craig Macmillan: Hmm. [00:11:54] Bob Peak: But the odds improve greatly. If they make it past their first year, they gotta get the skills down. Many young barnells starve to death. Typically, they'll live only another three or four, three years through typical lifespan. [00:12:09] Craig Macmillan: Hmm. [00:12:10] Bob Peak: The barn owls do not typically hunt close to their nest box. They like to leave, they like to go to open fields where they can fly low. Listening for rodents. A lot of times, again, we think of them as using their sight, but they have incredible hearing as well. Just look at those ears on a great horn owl. [00:12:31] The one of the reasons why they get into trouble as well, when they're going close to the ground or just flying after something, they're looking down and they're not looking ahead. That's why they could easily run into the side of a truck. On a side, you know, a highway and you see them very frequently on the side of the road. 'cause that's just what they did. They ran right into the side of it. They can run into power poles, they run into anything that's there in front of them they can run into. So it's, it can be dangerous. About 80% of fatalities are from traffic casualties, 80%. It is really important to keep your nest boxes away from the road and the highway and the entrance hole. Of course, we talked about this, Craig is always facing east and never facing a busy road. [00:13:27] Would you like me to talk about the nest box that we have come to? [00:13:32] Craig Macmillan: Yeah. First of all though, i, you know, you mentioned, mice and voles most of vineyards are interested in gophers. How important are gophers to their diet? [00:13:43] Bob Peak: Oh, extremely. They're, they're just like a vole. Very similar. They're like the, the same thing. They love gophers. I think that you'll find it in in vineyards like yours where you take a more natural approach to things. You're letting much Mother Nature do this work. And the gophers are very delicious for these barn owls they're meaty usually. The mice can be a little smaller, it's very good. That's why they prefer a gopher or a vol. [00:14:18] I know that some of the vineyards around also will spray and we talked about this you know, using no, , insecticides and things like that where yours is a, you know, a kind of a, a free zone and when you're spraying on the ground and things chemicals. Those are picked up by the rodents and things of that nature and transferred to the barn owl. So, another reason to take your approach to vineyard management. Very important step. It's, it keeps everything safe. [00:14:53] Craig Macmillan: Let's talk about barn owl nesting boxes now. You mentioned, you mentioned a couple of things. You said nightmare road. The opening facing east is preferable. Will they not nest if the opening is facing north or west or south? [00:15:08] Bob Peak: They will, but you're gonna expose them to wind and air and possibly rain that will you know, get in there. That's typical. Most of our, our, our weather fronts are coming from west to east, so it gives them a little added protection [00:15:26] also to that sun coming up in the morning. It gives some warmth into the box. Yeah, but those are, those are the, the real key points. [00:15:35] Another one too, craig, is to make sure that the box is well ventilated. It has to have ventilation holes throughout the box. It's best to have 'em on the floor so any liquid that does get in there can go through as well as on the side, so you can get a breeze through there. [00:15:55] Size also is very important. If you can think about having eight of those little barn outlets with two parents in there, you need a big box and for them to really thrive. [00:16:10] The larger the box, the better. The I've seen some boxes that are so small that it just, it gives the owl outlets less of a chance because they feel that they have to fight to survive a little more when there's not enough space. And I've heard of other owletes pushing other owletes out of the box just to increase their chances of survival. You know, it's kind of one of those survival of the fittest things. So the more room they have, the better it is for everyone. [00:16:47] Craig Macmillan: How big is appropriate? [00:16:49] Bob Peak: I would say probably three feet by two feet, to three feet, and probably two to three feet tall. [00:16:58] Craig Macmillan: Oh, okay. That's a lot bigger than most of the boxes. I see. Yeah. [00:17:01] Bob Peak: They are, they're much bigger. We've looked at a lot of other facilities that rescue barn owls. [00:17:08] We've even gone over to England. They have a a, a program with their owls as well. They had one of the more interesting boxes. it had on the outside a platform. Purchase basically. So these young ones can get out there and see the world, test their wings and then get right back inside if they need to. [00:17:29] Much bigger boxes, much heavier to work with. Again, that was the thing that we found. We, it was just a heavy box, but it was exceptional. But it was big. And they need to be cleaned. So any box that's built needs to have an access port to where you can get into it every couple years and clean out the droppings which need to be done very carefully, because again, as you know, some animal droppings can cause us harm. So you wanna make sure you wear a mask. [00:18:01] Craig Macmillan: Right. [00:18:02] Bob Peak: Again there's all kinds of issues and that, or, discussions about having a perch on the outside or ledge on the outside of that box. [00:18:12] It's nice because they can get out there, have a chance of getting out and getting right back in and not falling to the ground. That perch also is a chance for a great horned owl to come over and get itself on there as well, or on any of the little. Ledges that you built. [00:18:32] The key to all of this is the size of that entry hole. That entry hole cannot be bigger than about five and a half inches, really, five to five and a half inches any bigger than that. You're gonna a, a great horned l be able to get in and then, and it's just, it's not good. [00:18:50] Craig Macmillan: Right. So the, horned owl is a predator [00:18:53] my. It is, you wouldn't think, you know, owl to owl stuff like that. But yeah, it is. They are probably one of the more other than traffic fatalities, it's the, great horned owl [00:19:06] They are very aggressive. They know where these things live. They're very smart. The great horned owl, and again. If you get a young one out on a perch and it's there, it's, it could be could be done. [00:19:20] I have seen, 'cause I've been to a lot of vineyards in the area and I've seen a lot of large holes in these boxes and I actually went into one and it, it was occupied by great horned owl. it laid eggs in the box. [00:19:38] Oh wow. [00:19:39] Bob Peak: So. Well that is something too about owls. Is they don't make nests. [00:19:45] , the great horned owl will and barn owl will find a cavity. The great horn owl's, not a cavity nester, but they'll take an old hawks nest or eagle nest or something and make it their own. And then they tend to get into trouble because they're usually using a nest that isn't in that good of a shape. [00:20:04] Craig Macmillan: Hmm. What are some other things about sighting of boxes? We, we know not close to a road. We know the direction of the, the, of the opening. What are some things that will encourage the bar nows to nest there based on their other behavior? [00:20:19] Bob Peak: I, I think that you just have, to know, about approximately how many acres you have and you want to place a box about every five acres. You can actually have more boxes depending on how much food you have for them, but anywhere between five to 10 acres per box. Again, with the parameters of facing these, being the correct size and everything. So if you have a 50 acre property, you're looking at anywhere between oh five to 10 boxes on that property. [00:20:54] Craig Macmillan: And something that. I had heard was that it's good to have them near a tree. So that they have someplace that they can land right away when they come out of the box. Is that true? [00:21:05] Bob Peak: Yeah. I, we, we've experimented with that Absolutely. Again that's a more natural setting for them where they would be in the the hollow of a tree and come out and possibly be on a branch. Absolutely. I like that. I like that better than being on a pole. [00:21:24] As long as you still have access to the clean out and, and isn't too, you know, dangerous for someone to get up there. Yeah. I like that better than being on a pole without a [00:21:34] Craig Macmillan: Well actually having it in a tree. [00:21:37] Bob Peak: yes, [00:21:37] Craig Macmillan: Oh, okay. Because what I had been told was that you'd want to have one because of the horn dial. You have one on a pole, but have it close to a tree where they can just shoot out and land on a branch and look around and see if there's a threat. [00:21:51] But you say, actually put it in the tree [00:21:55] Bob Peak: it in the tree. [00:21:56] Craig Macmillan: fascinating. That's really interesting. [00:21:58] The way that I met you is you were looking. For clutches to, how should we say, transplant? Some some outlets that, That you folks had. And I learned that barn owls are one of the few raptors That will actually foster outlets from other clutches. That's true. [00:22:18] Bob Peak: That that is correct, Craig. Very good. Good research. Yes. We found that the barn owls were exceptional foster parents, which really gives those guys a chance to make it. [00:22:31] We found out that like you mentioned, the hawks and others just really don't do it. In fact, it would be dangerous to even attempt in some of the species. [00:22:41] One of our, original founders of Pacific Wildlife Care, Kelly was very successful in well all. Many of the things that she does for Pacific Wildlife Care, but she was able to get a red shoulder, a female hawk, to foster young red shoulder hawks for many, many, many years, and gave many of those a chance that wouldn't have a chance. The, the quite amazing I lost my train of thought. [00:23:13] Craig Macmillan: Well, we were talking about fostering and what I had learned from you was you were looking at the clutch that we had at niner, and apparently you, you need to match. The foster bird to the family in terms of its age and development, is that correct. [00:23:32] Bob Peak: That that is correct. Do you want to throw that young one in where there's other young and where there aren't adolescents? I. To where it's gonna have a chance to get some food. [00:23:43] Another thing that one of the other parameters for finding a foster box, you know, a barnell box is The number in there. If there's already five in there, it would be hard for me to put a one or possibly two in there and put that much added stress on the parent. To feed it, and we really can't ensure that that young one's gonna get fed with that many in the box. [00:24:11] I look for one that has maybe three, two, or three, and that additional one or two outlets is not going to stress the parents and the other young ones. But yes, you, you try to match up with age and size as well. [00:24:30] Craig Macmillan: You had mentioned that a nesting pair might have multiple clutches during a year and of different sizes, and if I, remember correctly, that has to do with the availability of resources. [00:24:42] Bob Peak: Yeah, absolutely. Craig. I have found over the years you know, we've the living on the central coast, it's feast and famine with the rain as well. [00:24:53] And I've seen years we're going around to different wineries. There might be 15 boxes and 12 or 13 or 14 of 'em are occupied. I've also. Gone around different seasons and hit 30 boxes and only two of them were occupied. That's how bad the food situation was. [00:25:16] Where we get into a pinch with our fostering and the barn owls finding a home for 'em is that we have a lot of farmers and ranchers in the Paso area. And a lot of 'em , get that hay. Some of the best hay you can get is out of Oregon and they bring a lot of that alfalfa and hay down. And when they're in the moving those bales around, after the farmer gets a, a load they discover that there's owl outlets in the hay bales. We receive a lot of outlets through the bales of hay that are shipped to us here. Locally from outta state, and those are the ones that we must have a foster box for because there's no chance of ever reuniting with their original parents. [00:26:07] Craig Macmillan: How do they end up in there? How do they end up in the hay? [00:26:10] Bob Peak: Oh, well, , imagine a big, giant stack of hay, 15 feet tall and you know, it sat there for months they'll, you know, there's little spots where they can get in and. It's quite nice for a nest. The they'll also use, palm trees and things of that nature where they can get in there. Yeah, so it's quite common for 'em to get into hay? bales [00:26:33] Craig Macmillan: What conditions overall, we've talked about a couple of different things, but like in the, in the grand scheme, what are the kinds of conditions that they're gonna be looking for in a, in a nesting box? I. [00:26:45] Bob Peak: as far as the owls and owls [00:26:47] Craig Macmillan: Yeah. So the, So when the nesting pair, is it, does the male find the nest and then attract the female or the other way around? [00:26:55] Or do they call up some kind of a bird, bird box realtor and go look at different, look at look at different spots and say, I like this one better than that one. Or [00:27:04] Bob Peak: that's a good question. I think it's more the female you know, they have that nesting instinct. 'cause they're gonna be laying the eggs. And I think that it's just, it's more like any, any female would tell you it's, it's a feel. it. feels good this place. And they don't tend to wander off very far from when, where they were born. [00:27:28] So this place has felt good to her for a while. A lot of times they'll use the same box over every single year. So that's why, again, it's nice to you know, you could even add boxes depending on, you know, just how many boxes are occupied. You can tell if you, if you've got 15 boxes and 13 or 14 of 'em are occupied, you could probably put more boxes on your property. [00:27:55] Craig Macmillan: In. Interesting. Yeah, I've seen that myself in vineyards where there'll be a one box located in just a spot. Doesn't seem to be very interesting to me or anything special. And the ground below it is just littered with, with pellets and bones and skulls and it is been going on for years, obviously. And then you go down 50 yards and there's nothing like the box doesn't look like the box has ever been in inhabited. [00:28:21] Bob Peak: Very true. [00:28:23] Craig Macmillan: And, it just has to do with kind of where they came from and they like to come back to the same box. I, think that's interesting. [00:28:30] Bob Peak: And, and it's more of a feel too, again of, of what's around, is there a wire that they have to dodge? Is there a tree? They might have seen a great horn owl over there in that other spot. Yeah. There, there, there's no telling what has, but mainly that nesting instinct drives that female to that box. [00:28:51] Craig Macmillan: Are there particular conditions you think that are like big, big red flags? You mentioned the presence of barn ows. You mentioned is there a wire? Are there definitely some situations where if I'm gonna place a box I, can look around and kind of go, yeah, it's probably not the best spot [00:29:05] Bob Peak: I, I think the key is what we, we, we were just talking about with wires, anything that's gonna get them tangled up. Sometimes the I've seen netting in trees. To keep reptiles even out, and you want to avoid placing a box around there. But I think the main thing is again, where most fatalities occur are close to the road. Keep them away from the road. That, that, that, that's really the most important. [00:29:32] Craig Macmillan: Something that I heard that I don't know is true was that when you, there are two things. [00:29:38] One, there's the question of whether you should paint the box or not, [00:29:42] and then two, that they won't come and nest unless the boxes had a chance to weather for a year or so. Are either of those true? [00:29:52] Bob Peak: , we've talked about that the painting on the outside of the box is fine. Throw up some white on there to you know, kind of keep it from getting too hot, but you don't want to paint the inside. The paint is fumey. The chicks could pick at it with their beaks. So there's all kinds of reasons why you wouldn't want it on the inside, but certainly on the outside. Yes. [00:30:17] You also want to avoid wood that has particular odors. There can be some wood that is very, very pungent cedars and things like that. And you want to be careful about that. So just a regular pine or regular fir box. And I think there's one that's preferable to another, but I'm not sure what that is. Pine versus fir. I could find out though. [00:30:44] Craig Macmillan: Well what, what about just basic plywood? [00:30:47] Bob Peak: Yeah. Well that's made out of a, usually a fir or a pine. [00:30:51] Craig Macmillan: Hmm. [00:30:52] Bob Peak: Exactly. [00:30:54] You can run that whitewash on the outside give it the vent holes. That's really the only only parameters. [00:31:03] Craig Macmillan: Are there other things that a grower can do to make an nesting box more attractive? I. [00:31:08] Bob Peak: I, I don't really have a mailbox out front or maybe a, you know, welcome some welcome home [00:31:15] Craig Macmillan: Just supply some gophers right in front of the box. [00:31:18] Bob Peak: yeah, maybe some gophers hanging outside now that might do it. No, not really. I think again, it's just a matter of need and a matter of availability. [00:31:30] Craig Macmillan: Right are there, are there other birds that compete for the nesting habitat, the naturally occurring habitat, [00:31:39] Bob Peak: As far as, [00:31:41] Craig Macmillan: I've heard that kestrels can be a competitor. [00:31:43] Bob Peak: yeah, kestrels are cavity nesters. That's a fact. But I think there's so many more options for them. They're much smaller. I. And there's so many little nooks and crannies and trees and other things like that to where most of the times, , I've not seen in my practice a kestrel in a barn owl box. I have seen great horns in there, but not kestrels. [00:32:10] Craig Macmillan: Got it. Is there one thing that you would tell a grower? One piece of advice that you would tell a grape grower on this topic? [00:32:20] Bob Peak: Let nature watch over your property. [00:32:23] Craig Macmillan: That's good [00:32:23] Bob Peak: It's been doing it since before you got here, and it'll do it after you've gone. That's how it's always worked. And work with it. And not work against it. [00:32:38] Craig Macmillan: It makes, makes a lot of sense. Where can people find out more about you in wildlife? [00:32:44] Bob Peak: Best is to go to our Facebook page or our webpage at pacificwildlifecare.org. Facebook page is great because there's a lot of videos and pictures. If you have children, it's wonderful because we have release videos there. [00:33:03] They can click on different links once they get to our Facebook page, find out ways to get involved. We're always, again, we're a 501(c)3 nonprofit, so like all of those, we're always looking for two things, people and money. So there's gonna be plenty of opportunity for people to get involved in both ways there on our websites. [00:33:26] And we have a lot of really, really wonderful things coming up. With this new facility there we're, really quite excited. [00:33:33] They can also call us at 805-543-WILD. That's really more of a, you know, a rescue line. But if you have general questions and you want to know more, you can please call them and they'll help you out in any way you want. [00:33:51] Craig Macmillan: That's fantastic. And actually I, do have one more question just occurred to me. If I do come along and find some outlets, they're out of the box, clearly they're not able to fly or they're not ready to go. , how do I handle that? [00:34:07] Bob Peak: Excellent. Thank you for bringing that up. That's an excellent question, Craig. [00:34:11] Best thing to do is to realize that. These young little outlets, as young as they look and as innocent as they look, they've got some talons on them. So you always want to avoid getting your hands near, near their, their their talents. [00:34:29] But the most important thing with a young one that falls out is to keep them warm. I would place them inside a box, put some bedding down or something in there to let them get snuggled into it. And call Pacific Wildlife Care, our hotline, and we'll have someone out there asap to get this guy give them a chance, but keep them warm and sheltered. For the night. You might have to hold them overnight, but as long as they're warm they'll be fine. And to not feed there's no need to give the animals any food. [00:35:04] Craig Macmillan: And, we have listeners around the nation and around the world, and I would imagine that there are similar organizations located in every state and the union. And so just do a little research And, find who your local people are. Because I was doing research on this myself preparing for the interview, And, I was really impressed by , the network really of wildlife rehabilitation globally around the world. I think there's actually an international association, if I remember right. [00:35:30] Bob Peak: Yeah. And thanks for bringing that up. We can't do this by ourselves. That's why we need our volunteers. We need other organizations as you mentioned. [00:35:41] We find that so many times when we have gotten in a pinch, we have relied on the Ojai raptor center. They have been invaluable as far as us being able to bring them animals that , we weren't able to take care of, but they are. [00:35:58] So if they can't do it, we can, or vice versa. It's an important network that one way or another we'll get it done. 'cause we have, volunteers that will travel anywhere to take care of these animals. [00:36:12] Craig Macmillan: That's fantastic. [00:36:14] Well. This was a great conversation. I, like I said, I met you when you were looking for a place to foster some owls, and it was just really, really, fascinating to me, having been around this topic for a very, very long time. the barn owl is kind of the mascot of vineyard team. It's on a lot of our, a lot of our stuff. And so we've been, we've been following this for a long time and I learned more from you in about an hour. Then I had learned in the preceding several decades, let's just put it. that way, several decades. And I, And I, really appreciated that. It was really, really great. And I really appreciate you being a guest. [00:36:50] Again, our guest today was Bob Peak. He's a volunteer with Civic Wildlife Care in san Luis Obispo County. And yeah, just thanks for being on the podcast. It's a really real pleasure. [00:37:01] Bob Peak: Thank you Craig. And again, thank you, for this opportunity. Again, please check out Pacific Wildlife Care. you'll love it. [00:37:08] [00:37:12] Beth Vukmanic: Thank you for listening. [00:37:13] Today's podcast was brought to you by Helena Agri Enterprises. Founded in 1957, Helena Agri Enterprises has grown to be one of the nation's foremost agricultural and specialty formulators and distributors In the United States products and services offered include crop protection products. Fertilizer specialized nutrients, seeds, and precision ag services and software. Helena's overriding goal is to help its customers succeed. This is achieved with a unique combination of dedicated and knowledgeable people, unique and useful products, and the latest technical knowledge. The company defines its own success through the success of its customers. [00:37:56] Make sure you check out the show notes. For links to Pacific Wildlife Care, the barn owl Trust in the United Kingdom, UC Davis' Raptor Center, plus Sustainable Winegrowing Podcast episodes 58 barnells 84 Falconry Bird Abatement, and 118 managing rodent pests and vineyards with integrated pest management. [00:38:18] If you liked the show, you can do us a big favor by sharing it with a friend, subscribing and leaving us a review. You can find all of the podcasts at vineyardteam.org/podcast, and you could reach us at podcast@vineyardteam.org. [00:38:31] Until next time, this is Sustainable Wine Growing with the Vineyard team.   Nearly perfect transcription by Descript

Why do walrus look the way they do? Why do they have such long tusks? Do they have other teeth? Do walruses migrate? We learn all about these majestic giants with Adam Ratner of the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, California.Download our learning guides: PDF | Google Slide | Transcript 

What's the difference between seals and sea lions? Do seals bark? Are they gray? Do harbor seals live in snowy regions? Why do sea lions eat fish? Why do sea lions fight each other? Seals and sea lions are pinnipeds, fin-footed marine mammals, and we're learning all about them today with a visit to the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, California, where marine biologist Adam Ratner answers all your pinniped questions!Download our learning guides: PDF | Google Slide | TranscriptYou can watch the sea lions at San Francisco's Pier 39 no matter where you live by checking out the live stream at pier39.com/sealions!

Check out my latest Shift Today with Alison Video YouTube episode, Intuitive Takeaways from a Recent Getaway that I had with Pam Sherman.I share my Top five Takeaways and examples of how you can expand your intuition. Plus, at the end of the video, I share some photos and videos of the sweet sea lion Brightbill we rescued, along with a unique rainbow. Enjoy!There are 5 Top Takeaways that I share1) If it feels right, it's your intuition celebrating you.2) No expectations create adventure.3) I no longer live in the past. I live in the now!4) We all have our own pace.5) You never know unless you take a chance.Happy DayAlison Schuh HawseyDonate to The Marine Mammal Center to support Brightbill's care. Thank you!Shift today into a greater tomorrow...@alisonschuhhawsey

The Noyo Center for Marine Science is celebrating its tenth year in operation.  A stranded blue whale back in 2009 was the impetus for creating the center.  Each year, Sarah Grimes, the Stranding Coordinator for Noyo Center presents the annual findings. She works under a permit through the California Academy of Sciences. Before the Noyo Center, animals stranded on Mendocino beaches fell to teams from Humboldt or Sonoma.Since 2014, the Noyo Center has documented the stranding of 18 whales, 8 dolphins, 6 porpoises, and hundreds of pinnipeds.  In 2024, one of the more notable strandings was a juvenile female Fin whale.  Fin whales are on the endangered species list.  The whale was first sighted on the beach between Ward Ave and Ten Mile River.  Later it washed up a second time at Ward Ave.  There was evidence to suggest the whale died from a ship strike.  A NOAA report on Fin Whale populations along the Pacific Coast estimates that between 43 and 95 fin whales die from ship strikes each year.  The estimated total population on the Pacific Coast per NOAA is approximately 11,000.There were 40 pinnipeds identified on Mendocino beaches.  The pinniped family includes California Sea Lions and various types of seals including Harbor, Elephant, and Fur Seals.   Finally, three dolphins and one porpoise washed ashore, including a Pacific White-sided Dolphin.  Each stranded animal is documented and many undergo necropsies to inform the scientific community.The live dolphin did not survive the transport to the Marine Mammal Center. Another particularly sad incident involved a California sea lion pup named Pipoca. Pipoca had been rescued earlier in the spring and rehabilitated at the Marine Mammal Center. He was released back into the wild, but unfortunately, he lasted only about six weeks before washing ashore. Sue Pemberton, the stranding coordinator for Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo talks about the importance of California Sea Lions as an indicator species for the Pacific Coast and the troubles they had this year with births and undersized pups.  Photo of a Noyo Center presentation slide

Veterinary epidemiologist, Dr. Dominic Travis, Chief Programs Officer for the Marine Mammal Center returns to discuss the virulent and usually lethal strain of avian influenza affecting a variety of species, especially marine mammals. Given the COVID pandemic fatigue felt across society, it is important not to let our guard down about monitoring for known risks such as influenza which has been front and center among researchers, clinicians, and public health agencies for decades. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, The Marine Mammal Center has rescued more than 26,000 marine mammals along 600 miles of California coastline and the Big Island of Hawai‘i. The TMMC team endeavors to advance ocean health through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education. Animal Care Software

Our story tonight is called Lightning Bugs at Oxbow Lake, and it's a story about an evening spent on soft pine needle paths beside the water. It's also about cattails and crested herons, the changing paths of rivers, a small voice reminding you that you can, and the spell of a good night's sleep. We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to the Marine Mammal Center. The center's mission is to advance global marine conservation through rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education.  Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple podcasts or follow the link below: nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription. Listen to our new show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much, on your favorite podcast app. Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at firstthispodcast.com.Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-HappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE DOLPHIN DILEMMA, 18min., USA Directed by Olivia Andrus-Drennan Imagine, waking up being covered in third-degree burns, that's what it's like for the Burrunan dolphins in Australia. But why is this happening? That's what Dr. Duignan, Director of Pathology at The Marine Mammal Center, Dr. Stephen's from Murdoch University, and Dr. Robb from the Marine Mammal Foundation had to find out. This film explores this international collaboration that proves for the first time that these lesions being found on cetaceans around the world are only caused by climate change. https://www.bigskygenesis.com/films https://www.facebook.com/BigSkyGenesisProductions/ https://www.instagram.com/bigskygenesisproductions/ Get to know the filmmaker: After reading the paper that The Marine Mammal Center released, I just had to make this into a film. It needed to be seen, dolphins and whales are loved by so many including myself and if I could bring light to such important work I had to try, so this film was born. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

Today's show is a little different. If you think you hear strange noises during the show, well they are not actually strange at all. They are seals and sea lions and mostly very young ones. For this week's show, I recorded a remote segment so I could share an authentic experience during my visit to the Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Laguna Beach. Some of you might remember when it was called Friends of the Sea Lions. I had not been there in years and decided to learn more about their history, mission, and current renovations transforming this purpose-driven rehabilitation center for marine mammals. There is no better way to get out of a funk than to put yourself in a situation where you are helping others, and in this case, helping the environment, too. Getting involved with purpose-driven initiatives can be a game changer in your life and the lives of others. When you shift your perspective on how you can make a difference in this world, you not only lift yourself up by using your time and energy for good, but you help others and, in this case, you are addressing an environmental issue. If what you learn today sparks your interest, check out how you can get trained in becoming a volunteer at the Pacific Marine Mammal center. You will be glad you did. During my visit to the Pacific Marine Mammal Center i learned how the staff rescue, rehabilitate, and release marine mammals; this also inspires ocean stewardship through research, education, and collaboration. This is the only center in Orange County, California, licensed to rescue, rehabilitate, and release marine mammals that strand on local beaches. PMMC is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization. more: getthefunkoutshow.kuci.org

Sophie Guarasci worked in the world of fashion and finance before becoming a licensed veterinary tech. She works at the Marine Mammal Center, the nation's foremost marine mammal hospital located just north of San Francisco. Sophie oversees the clinical and surgical treatment and husbandry of seals, sea lions, and sea otters. It's her dream job, even though there are times she has to make difficult decisions about the treatment of severely ill animals. Sophie believes that people wherever they live should care about these marine animals as they tell us much about what is going on out there in their home the ocean, which is tied to human health. And for her, every time the Center is able to release an animal back into the ocean, Sophie feels hope that she is making a difference.

A Bay Area play is taking on the issue of Black displacement. So in today's episode, we hear from the playwright of the new production "Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad." Then, we go behind the scenes at the Marine Mammal Center. And, a reading from Novato author Joanne Greene.

In our new episode we speak with Kathi George, Director of Cetacean Conservation for California's Marine Mammal Center. As a founder of California Whale Rescue, Kathi has been involved in half a dozen at sea ‘disentanglements' of gray, humpback and orca whales trapped by fishing gear as well as 50 sea lion rescues from fishing line and plastic debris. She tells us about how it's done, the dangers (people have been injured and killed), precautions and rewards of whale wrangling, and what we can all do to protect whales.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.

Sarah Grimes, Stranding Coordinator for Southern Mendocino County at the Noyo Center for Marine Science reports on how many dead marine animals were collected on the beaches and how many were rescued during 2023. 

The first cases of Osteofluorosis in free-ranging California Sea Lions were identified in a study done by the Marine Mammal Center, Sealife Response, Rehabilitation, and Research, UC Davis, and the Noyo Center.  Osteofluorosis is a disease caused by the excess consumption of fluoride that affects the bone and teeth structures.  In the past, herbivores such as cows and kangaroos have been identified with this issue, but this is the first known incident for sea lions.   Sarah Grimes from the Noyo Center describes her role in the study and discusses the importance of sea lions as sentinels of the sea. Photo of sea lion jaw bones provided by Sarah Grimes

Adam Ratner is the Associate Director of Conservation Education at Marine Mammal Center.  The Marine Mammal Center advances global ocean conservation through rescue and rehabilitation, scientific research, and education. They are the world's largest marine mammal hospital and rescues more marine mammals than any other organization in the world, covering a rescue range that spans 600 miles of California coastline and Hawai‘i. Within the episode we talk about overfishing. Overfishing simply refers to the process of taking more fish out of the sea than can reproduce and replenish naturally. With the use of massive industrial fishing practices and nets that can stretch for miles, it isn't only the targeted animals that are at risk, but also other animals that are caught by accident and killed. With billions of people around the world relying on seafood, the pressure on fish stocks has never been greater. Currently, one-third of all fisheries around the world are overfished, and the rate is increasing drastically so we must take action now to support healthy fish stocks for people and animals. Contact and connect: Marine Mammal Center: media@tmmc.org https://www.marinemammalcenter.org/science-conservation/conservation/sustainable-seafood/wild-caught-seafood

June 13, 2023--Hosts Tim Bray and Bob Spies discuss marine mammal disease, with Dr. Padrick Duignan, Director of Pathology, Marine Mammal Center, Sausalito. Dr. Duignan talks about Leptospirosis in California Sea Lions, the recent gray whale mortality event in the Eastern Pacific, killer whale predation,  Narwhal population decline in the Arctic Ocean, and the widespread DDT contamination of the Southern California Bight. Woven throughout is the effects of climate change on these processes.

Lee McEnany Caraher is the founder and CEO of Double Forte, a 20-year-old national public relations and communication agency headquartered in San Francisco that works with beloved consumer, technology, and wine brands. Lee is a highly sought-after communications expert known for her business-building acumen and insights. She's a straight shooter with a big laugh that keeps her out of more trouble than it gets her into. Lee is also an acclaimed author and speaker and a recognized expert on creating high-performing, positive, intergenerational workplaces. Through her work, she shows companies and nonprofits how to embrace the qualities of different generations, reduce negative interactions between people, and see the big benefits of changing the definition of loyalty from a long tenure of employment to a lifetime of loyalty regardless of employment status. Lee is active in her community, having served on the Board of Governors of Public Advocates and the Executive Board of Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. She recently served as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the PR Council, the national trade association for Public Relations agencies. She previously served on the boards of KQED Public Media, San Francisco's Grace Cathedral, The Marine Mammal Center, Community Gatepath, and St. Paul's Choir School, among others. A graduate of Carleton College, Lee has a degree in medieval history, which she finds useful every day—especially during a pandemic. She splits her time between San Francisco, Eau Claire, and New York. What you will learn in this episode: What it means to be a toxic A-player What it says about you as a leader to allow toxic behavior The various types of toxic players in the workplace How toxic behavior can impact your team, company, and overall performance What steps you can take as a leader to address toxic A-players on your team Resources: Website: https://leecaraher.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecaraher Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeeCaraher1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/leecaraher

Lee McEnany Caraher is the founder and CEO of Double Forte, a 20-year-old national public relations and communication agency headquartered in San Francisco that works with beloved consumer, technology, and wine brands. Lee is a highly sought-after communications expert known for her business-building acumen and insights. She's a straight shooter with a big laugh that keeps her out of more trouble than it gets her into. Lee is also an acclaimed author and speaker and a recognized expert on creating high-performing, positive, intergenerational workplaces. Through her work, she shows companies and nonprofits how to embrace the qualities of different generations, reduce negative interactions between people, and see the big benefits of changing the definition of loyalty from a long tenure of employment to a lifetime of loyalty regardless of employment status. Lee is active in her community, having served on the Board of Governors of Public Advocates and the Executive Board of Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. She recently served as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the PR Council, the national trade association for Public Relations agencies. She previously served on the boards of KQED Public Media, San Francisco's Grace Cathedral, The Marine Mammal Center, Community Gatepath, and St. Paul's Choir School, among others. A graduate of Carleton College, Lee has a degree in medieval history, which she finds useful every day—especially during a pandemic. She splits her time between San Francisco, Eau Claire, and New York. What you will learn in this episode: How PR has risen in credibility and importance in the last 20 years. What has and has not changed in the world of PR over the last 20 years How social media has pushed communications to continuously adapt Why journalism is more important than ever, and what is getting in the way of their stories Why it is crucial for your business to have a plan in place for every worst-case scenario How the role of the Chief Communications Officer has evolved over time Resources: Website: https://leecaraher.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecaraher Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeeCaraher1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/leecaraher

How does the Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescue, rehabilitates and releases sea lions and seals, and inspires ocean stewardship through research and education? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber's interview with Pacific Marine Mammal Center Chief Executive Officer Glenn Gray. He oversees staff and volunteers at the Center in Laguna Beach. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County's Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine's BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.pacificmmc.org  

Today's 5-Star Guest is Victoria Silverman, Managing Founder of Cook Silverman Search.  Victoria has served the nonprofit sector for more than thirty years. Throughout her career, Victoria has worked in senior fundraising, advancement and management positions in higher education, arts, biotech, engineering and environment sectors at Stanford University, Washington University in St. Louis, the University of California, the American Film Institute, the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, the Marine Mammal Center, and the Buck Institute for Age Research, among others. She has worked with heads of state, CEOs of major corporations, scientists, Hollywood celebrities, and leaders of industry. Victoria is an AIRS© Certified Diversity and Inclusion Recruiter.Connect With Cook Silverman:  https://www.cooksilverman.com/ Interested in Being Considered? Link Here: https://www.cooksilverman.com/contactGet on our waiting list for our new nonprofit & fundraising community filled with on-demand courses and live webinars that are exclusive to members! Learn all about what's in store to support you and your leadership team at www.DoGoodYOUniversity.com!Support This Podcast! Make a quick and easy donation here:https://www.patreon.com/dogoodbetterSpecial THANK YOU to our sponsors:Donor Dock - The best CRM system for your small to medium sized nonprofit, hands down! Visit www.DonorDock.com and use the Promo Code DOGOODBETTER for a FREE month!One Cause - The most intuitive event and online fundraising software available! Visit www.OneCause.com to help make your busy event-planning life less stressful and more successful!Brady Martz - The Nonprofit Audit Specialists! Visit www.BradyMartz.com to connect with folks to make your fiscal life a heckuvalot easier!iTunes: https://apple.co/3a3XenfSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2PlqRXsYouTube: https://bit.ly/3kaWYanTunein: http://tun.in/pjIVtStitcher: https://bit.ly/3i8jfDRFollow On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoodBetterPodcast/Follow On Twitter: @consulting_do #fundraising #fundraiser #charity #nonprofit #donate#dogood #dogoodBETTER #fargo #fundraisingdadAbout Host Patrick Kirby:Email: Patrick@dogoodbetterconsulting.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fundraisingdad/Want more great advice? Buy Patrick's book! Now also available as an e-book!Fundraise Awesomer! A Practical Guide to Staying Sane While Doing GoodAvailable through Amazon Here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1072070359

Early morning accident has the Bay Bridge traffic backed up very early.How do you feel about Bay Area bars staying open until 4am? Brighter Side. These hacks will make your mornings easier. The Marine Mammal Center in Marin is open again!Adam Sandler has a black eye thanks to an accident with his cell phone!

The Marine Mammal Center in Marin is open again!

The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues, rehabilitates and releases marine mammals along over 40 miles of the Southern California coastline. In this episode, we hear CEO Peter Chang share some moving stories about the work they do day in and day out to help out these seals, sea lions, dolphins and whales- and our ocean. The PMMC is located in Laguna Beach, California. 

This week we go below the waves to learn more about how what we humans do on the water while fishing, sailing, or shipping impacts humpback whales and other marine mammals. I'm joined by Kathi George and Bekah Lane both of whom work with the Marine Mammal Center in Marin. Kathi, Director of Field Operations and Response at the Marine Mammal Center, works on whale entanglement prevention. Bekah is a graduate student researcher at the Marine Mammal Center studying the risk of ship strikes to humpback whales in the Bay.

Lee McEnany Caraher is the founder and CEO of Double Forte, a national public relations and communication agency, based in San Francisco, that works with beloved consumer, technology, and wine brands. Lee is a highly sought-after communications expert known for her business-building acumen and insights. She's a straight talker with a big laugh that gets her out of more trouble than it creates. Lee is also an acclaimed author and speaker and a recognized expert on creating high-performing, positive, intergenerational workplaces. Through her work, she shows companies and non-profit organizations how to embrace the qualities of different generations, reduce negative dynamics between people, and how to recognize the significant benefits of shifting the definition of loyalty from a long tenure of employment to a lifetime of allegiance regardless of employment status. Lee is active in her community and sits on the Board of Governors of Public Advocates and the Executive Board of Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, 2021. She recently served as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the PR Council, the national trade association for Public Relations agencies. She previously served on the boards of KQED Public Media, San Francisco's Grace Cathedral, The Marine Mammal Center, Community Gatepath, and St. Paul's Choir School, among others. A graduate of Carleton College, Lee has a degree in medieval history which she finds useful every day – especially during a pandemic. She splits her time between San Francisco, Eau Claire, and New York. What you will learn in this episode: What is ghosting, and how eliminating it can help improve your business How leaving people hanging hurts your reputation Why you should prioritize communicating with the people who are closest to you How being predictable can benefit your business Why is a monthly or weekly newsletter the most important way to communicate in your business How your communication can help you achieve your goals in 2022 Resources: Website: https://leecaraher.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecaraher Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeeCaraher1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/leecaraher  

COVID changes a lot of plans.  This episode was going to be a conversation with Dave and Sheryl Cobb to preview the Ultraman World Championships race.  Still we had a great conversation about previous races and they shared how they came to be the caretakers of Aloha, Ohana, Kokua on the big island.Keeping with the Kona theme, I also speak with the 19 time participant, Gary Wang.  In fact, although he lives in California, he did our Zoom from Hawaii.Steve King Stories features one of my previous guests, Petr Vabroušek--holder of the record for the fastest 515.Resources mentioned in this episode:Ultraman World Championship Ironman World Championship 70.3 World ChampionshipLavamanIronman SwitzerlandIsland Triathlon and BikeB&L Bike and SportsIronman St. George The Race Within (book)Titan Tri Life Challenge Almere Antarctic Ice MarathonAntarctic 100km North Pole MarathonWorld Marathon ChallengeMarathon Des SablesUltraman FloridaUltraCzech 515 Western States 100Hurt 100Cascade Crest 100Gary Wang's Photo WebsiteBike Works KonaUCSB College of Creative StudiesMarine Mammal CenterShout outs and mentions in this episode:Jane BockusBrigitte McMahonOlivier Bernard & On Running ShoesRonona CuffCliff RigsbeeRick Kent Ingrid HillhouseJen McVeayChuck KemenyJim GourleyConrad WillAlex SmithCurtis TylerArdis BowKurt MaddenVera VabrousekIvan AlbinoRichard ThompsonRob GrayMartin RaymondMiro KregarTony O'KeefeCoqui FrogWaldo 100Show Contributors:Host : Larry Ryan Contributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic  :  Run by 331For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

Podcasts about aquatic medicine for homework? #BestHomeworkEver! Tune in this week on Aquadocs as Dr. Heather Harris, faculty at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, explains how Aquadocs has been a critical resource for her and her students during the times of Zoom University. And stick around for amazing stories about research with Leatherback sea turtles! Dr. Harris is a wildlife veterinarian for Upwell and the NOAA Marine Turtle Program as well as an associate vet at the Marine Mammal Center. On this episode, we'll highlight some of the important work she does with these programs.

My guest today is Cricket Raspet (@chilipossum on Instagram). Cricket is a Curatorial Assistant at the California Academy of Sciences, specializing in marine mammals.  She's a passionate community scientist, a raptor bander with the GGRO and a rescue and animal care volunteer at the Marine Mammal Center.  An interest (obsession?) with the colorful sea slugs of the pacific coast led her from the tidepools to the strange community of creatures that make floating docks their home. With a handful of like-minded explorers, she founded the Dockfoulers Union to educate people about this unique ecosystem and document its inhabitants through photography and iNaturalist observations.  To explain, dockfouling is a captivating hobby where one observes the amazing diversity that forms in ecosystems around floating docks. Think of it like tidepooling, but with some distinct advantages that we discuss today. Unique and colorful creatures can be readily seen, and these areas are ripe for personal and scientific discovery. Simply put, dockfouling can be both a crash course and a masters course in marine ecology.In this episode we discuss what dockfouling is, and the related concept of biofouling.We discuss Cricket's amazing finds in these floating dock biomes, the emergence of a dock fouling community, and how you can easily observe these magnificent creatures next time you are near a floating dock. It turns out it is easy to get started - no equipment necessary! But if you want to start taking photos, Cricket offers suggestions as well.Cricket also provides great resources to learn more, including books, videos, and iNaturalist projects. And it turns out it's "Doctober" - a special month-long BioBlitz intending to document these communities on iNaturalist.Find Cricket on Instagram at chilipossum, docfoulersunion, glamourslugs. And iNaturalist as chilipossum.Full Show NotesLinks to People and ResourcesDock Fouling in California - iNaturalist projectDock Fouling in Washington State - iNaturalist projectDoctober - Dockfauling bioblitz for October 2021Nature Lookings - website with resources on Dock Fouling and DoctoberOlympus TG-6 Waterproof Camera- recommended for underwater and terrestrial macro, with built-in focus stacking, recommended by Cricket. And a tutorial to use the TG-6 for Tidepool PhotographyThe Light and Smith Manual: Intertidal Invertebrates from Central California to Oregon, by James T. CarltonSeashore Life of the Northern Pacific, by Eugene Kozloff - illustrated marine biology book that will help with your identification and udnerstandingPeople and Organizations DiscussedCalifornia Academy of SciencesDamon Tighe - presentations on YouTube at Lake MerrittDockfoulers Union (instagram)Luan Roberts (instagram)

Spring and summer represent the peak season when newly weaned seals and sea lion pups strand along the California coastline. Celebrating its 50th year, the Pacific Marine Mammal Center has rescued, rehabilitated, and returned approximately 10,000 animals since its humble start by a concerned lifeguard prior to the creation of the landmark conservation legislation known as the Marine Mammal Protection Act. While many marine mammal populations have recovered in recent decades, threats to their survival from starvation, pollution, climate change, entanglement, and disease have only increased in number and severity. In addition to treating animals, the center focuses on public education and original research to help alleviate these emerging threats. That Sounds Wild: Stellar Sea Lion Animal Care Software KONG Zoo Zoo Logic ZOOmility

Dr. Martin Haulena graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1993 and completed a Master's degree in pathobiology from the University of Guelph in 1999. Dr. Haulena was the Staff Veterinarian at The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, CA for nine years and is currently Staff Veterinarian at the Vancouver Aquarium. His special interests are in the medical management of aquatic animals—particularly marine mammals—with emphasis on innovative diagnostic methods such as MRIs, endoscopy and sonography, developing safe anesthetic protocols and improving surgical techniques. WILD PACIFIC RESCUE a new TV show follows Marty and the amazing marine mammal rescue team, showcasing all of the incredible things they do to save the marine mammals in the area. We are delighted to have Marty on our show!

In this week's episode, Allison Payne will be talking to Dr. Ashley Scarlett about her Masters' thesis project on entanglement scars on humpback whales. More on Allison Payne: Allison Payne is a Master's student at San Francisco State University's Estuary and Ocean Science Center and part of the Cetacean Field Research Team at the Marine Mammal Center, as well as a science communicator and naturalist. Her thesis work focuses on the accumulation of entanglement scars on humpback whales off the coast of central California using   Research Collective's North Pacific Humpback Whale Catalog.

Katrina brings over 20 years of human resources and business management experience in both the private and nonprofit sectors, large and small businesses across a variety of industry sectors. Her passion is assisting business owners and executives by making available to small and mid-size businesses the integration of strategic HR management practices and process improvements which are customized to fit the size, goals, culture and nature of business operations which are unique to every organization. Katrina brings excellent knowledge of organizational development and human resources generalist experience with accomplishments in employee relations, leadership coaching, performance feedback, HRIS implementation and systems integration, recruitment and retention, compensation and benefit strategy, HR policy, regulatory compliance, and scalable strategic HR management practices and process improvements. Some of Katrina's work experience includes: Director of People & Culture at The Marine Mammal Center overseeing and revamping the entire HR department, processes and systems while facilitating organization-wide improvements in structure, communications and culture. Director of Human Resources for Nuprecon where she launched its first HR department and successfully positioned the organization for its future growth. Managed a team of multi-state HR business partners, employment specialists and support staff in providing creative, objective consultative services at Washington Mutual Bank. She currently serves as the Marin Regional Leader for HR.com/NCHRA and is the former President of the Seattle Chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management. At the Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership she served as the interim Director of Volunteer Services and the Executive Search and Transition Services in addition to a plethora of philanthropic endeavors including numerous community and volunteer board leadership positions. Born in Central California and raised in Washington State, Katrina attended the University of Washington in Seattle studying Organizational Sociology and Human Resource Management. She earned the Senior Professional in Human Resources Management designation (SPHR) and is a trained Mediator. She moved to the Bay Area in 2003, initially in the East Bay and then to Marin County in 2012. She enjoys outdoor activities especially getting out on the water, exploring new places and enjoying life with her husband and three children.

Humpbacks started coming back to San Francisco Bay in 2016 and now scientists are concerned about the risk of ship strikes. Dr. Ashley Scarlett talks to guest Rebekah Lane about this conservation issue. Bekah Lane is a graduate student at San Francisco State University, studying the risk of ship strikes to humpback whales in San Francisco Bay in Dr. Ellen Hines' lab. She is also a researcher in the Cetacean Field Research Team at The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, California 

On today’s episode of Soul Project I welcome guest Kirsten Donald, Director of Education at Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Laguna Beach, CA. Kirsten is a dedicated advocate for marine mammals and the health of our oceans. The love for the sea started for her years ago in land locked Indiana and heading the call she headed to Florida where she began an exciting career working with dolphins which quickly lead to other marine mammals. In 2015 Kirsten headed west to California and joined the team at Pacific Marine Mammal Center (PMMC), a non-profit dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of seals and sea lions! Throughout the years Kirsten has inspired and educated thousands of school children and her continuous outreach within the community has raised much needed awareness for these incredible animals. I hope you enjoy this conversation! Pacific Marine Mammal Center:https://www.pacificmmc.orgIf you are enjoying the Soul Project podcast please rate, subscribe, review and share.I would love to connect with you on social media!Instagram: @pamelas_soul_project

The Marine Mammal Center is an organization that specializes in rescuing Marine Mammals along a 600 mile stretch of California Coastline. It's not an easy thing to do; however, the organization has saved thousands of animals over a 45-year period. I was able to be connected to Adam Ratner (bio below) to discuss how the Marine Mammal Center goes beyond rescuing Marine Mammals through its various programs and storytelling. Listen to a few different stories of how the Marine Mammal Center has helped Marine Mammals and inspired people to live for a better Ocean! Background on Adam Adam Ratner began at The Marine Mammal Center in 2009 leading educational programs for high school students and visitors. Over the years, he has challenged people to think differently about ocean conservation using the stories of individual patients that are rescued by The Marine Mammal Center. By providing hopeful stories of action and tangible solutions, Adam helps people find inspiration and empowerment to become the heroes of their own environment and community. Today, as the Associate Director of Conservation Education, Adam serves as an expert on topics related to ocean health, such as climate change, ocean trash and sustainable seafood. His ability to break down big and complex ideas helps people understand how their actions have an impact on the ocean. Adam was named one of the 30 under 30 Game Changers for the Planet by the North American Association for Environmental Education. Working collaboratively across sectors and geographic regions, he serves as the chair of the Training Committee of the National Network for Ocean and Climate Change Interpretation and is currently the Executive Chair of the Bay Area Climate Literacy Impact Collaborative. He is also a member of the Zero Waste Marin Local Task Force, the Global Ghost Gear Initiative and the Pacific Ocean Aquafarms Stakeholder Advisor Group. Adam has been in the conservation field for over 10 years leading environmental education programming. He graduated from Bates College with degrees in Marine Biology and Psychology, with a focus on animal behavior. He has completed field research and studied animal behavior in labs around the country. His research includes studying bird hearing, as well as fish learning and memory. About The Marine Mammal Center Headquartered on the site of a former Cold War missile base, The Marine Mammal Center is a global leader in marine mammal health, science and conservation, and is the largest marine mammal hospital in the world. The Center’s teaching hospital and training programs operate globally, with its headquarters in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, part of the National Park Service. Expert teams from the Center travel around the world to work with emerging first responders and has itself rescued more than 24,000 marine mammals from 600 miles of its authorized rescue area of California coastline and the Big Island of Hawai‘i. The Center’s mission is to advance global ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, scientific research, and education. For more information, please visit MarineMammalCenter.org. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Want To Talk Oceans? Join the Speak Up For Blue Facebook Group: http://www.speakupforblue.com/group. 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 The Guide To Mindful Conservation: Dancing In Pink Hiking Boots:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/31P4UY6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3f7hDJw  

Lee Caraher is a CEO and acclaimed communication strategist known for her practical solutions to big problems. She started Double Forte in 2002 to work with good people, doing great work for good companies. Her clients span well-loved Bay Area brands including Clif Bar and CamelBak, hot Silicon Valley start-ups, financial service companies and wine and spirits companies. This is not her first rodeo, and she's learned a lot along the way that she shares freely with others in the hopes that everyone can reduce the drama in the workplace. Now her friends and colleagues call her... "The Millennial Whisperer" After struggling with how to work well with Millennial clients, and now staffers (more than half of Lee’s staff is under 35) and then working to figure out how to make that work, Lee has written a positive and practical book about the topic, “Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work.” Big Laugh! Lee has a reputation for building cohesive, high producing teams who get a lot done well and have fun at the same time. She is a straight talker who doesn't hold too many punches, although she does her best to be pleasant about it. Her big laugh and sense of humor have gotten her out of a lot of trouble. From Boston to Cali She started her career in communications in Boston and then moved to California to work with well-known PR firm The Bohle Group and then Manning, Selvage & Lee. She moved to the Ba Area in 1995 to serve as the Vice President of Corporate and Consumer Communications at the $1.6 Billion SEGA of America. She then served as Executive Vice President of The Weber Group and Founder and President of Red Whistle Communications, both Interpublic companies. Lee is active in the community and currently serves on the Board of KQED Public Media, Grace Cathedral’s Board of Trustees, and on the Board of Trustees of Menlo College, Atherton.  Previously Lee served on the Board of Directors of The Marine Mammal Center, was the Chair of the Board for Community Gatepath, San Mateo County’s largest organization serving the needs of people with developmental disabilities, and was the founding Chair of the Board for the St. Paul’s Choir School. She consults with other non-profits on effective board organization and practices.  A graduate of Carleton College, with a degree in Medieval History, which she finds useful every day, Lee lives on the Peninsula with her husband, two sons, and their blind cat Al. Lee Caraher Vroom Veer Stories Went to High School in a Quaker all girls school and sang in an elite singing group and played field hockey Studied Medieval History is College and continued to sing and play field hockey Got her first job after her father made her write a letter to one of his friends to ask for help Took a job as a paid intern in Boston working in PR Her Boston herd of friends dispersed and she suffered from seasonal affective disorder--moved to San Francisco Started her own PR firm and started to only hire people with 10 years experience After 2008, that business model needed to change and they started hiring young people Lee learned quickly that she need to change her mindset and work environment to adapt to millennials:  clients and staff Her first millennial hire showed up to work with a chihuahua, that was a service dog---hmmm...that's new Invited to meet with the Air Force Chief of Staff to help them deal with recruiting millennials. Lee Caraher Links Double-Forte LeeCaraher.com Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making It Work at Work

This week Dr. Ashley Scarlett talks to Karli Chudeau, a Ph.D. student at UC Davis, who studies the welfare and behavioral development of Pacific harbor seal pups in the wildlife rehabilitation center at The Marine Mammal Center. Karli explains her research and why "behavioral enrichment" is so important for seals, their welfare, and their successful reintroduction to the wild. Referred Published paper: Enrichment reduces stereotypical behaviors and improves foraging development in rehabilitating Eastern Pacific Harbor Seals (Phoca vitulina richardii) @KarliRChudeau Karliricechudeau.com Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karliricechudeau/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KarliRChudeau Editor / Contributor: https://theethogram.com/ Affiliations: The Marine Mammal Center

Dr. Cara Field is one of only 30 veterinarians in the United States with a specialty in aquatic marine medicine, and the Medical Director at The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito California, the world’s largest marine mammal hospital and education center.Join us as she tells the tale of her career from her undergraduate work studying elephant seals to responding to the BP oil spill, becoming the lead veterinarian at the Georgia Aquarium, and finally coming back home to California and the Marine Mammal Center.Support the show (http://patreon.com/marinebiolife)

Ever wondered what California sea lions are up to when they are not resting? There is more to them than you would expect, from glowing eyes to collapsing lungs! In this special episode of Beyond the Pier, we interviewed the Marine Mammal Center on how they protect and care for California sea lions in the wild. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthepier/support

This week we are excited to have on Dr. Hendrik Nollens from the Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Southern California. Dr. Nollens has extensive experience as a wildlife veterinarian and is Vice President of Conservation and Medicine for PMMC. He also has extensive experience working with both cetaceans and pinnipeds.   Please visit the Pacific Marine Mammal Center HERE

Friend of the podcast, Dr. Hendrik Nollens describes his new role as VP of Conservation Medicine and Science at the Pacific Marine Mammal Center. In addition to responding to marine mammal stranding events along the entire coastline of Orange County, the PMMC has an ongoing role in public education, original wildlife research, as well as, assisting wild animals, particularly large cetaceans, entangled by ropes and other fishing debris. Dr. Nollens sees advancements in veterinary medicine and animal husbandry science developed in zoological facilities being increasingly utilized proactively to intervene with wild animals, including endangered species, at risk from injury or illness.  That Sounds Wild: Reeves muntjac. Frank Buck Zoo. Animal Care Software Peppermint Narwhal Zoo Logic Zoomility

Kathi George is the Global Response Project Manager for the Marine Mammal Center located in Sausalito, CA. She has over 15 years of experience with marine mammal entanglements, specializing in entangled whale response. She’s been on several large whale entanglement cases and trained many volunteers on how disentangle a whale. Kathi and I have been friends for several years now. We met when she first started the California Whale Rescue a non-profit dedicated to serving the community of volunteers who help to untangle entangled whales. Through working together, we came up with a budget and scope to help volunteers, through my efforts during my Sea Grant Fellowship I was able to secure their first major funds that would get the nonprofit off the ground. Since then with Kathi’s leadership she has partnered with one of the biggest marine mammal rescues in California and is leading other amazing projects related to her new role, which I can’t wait to learn more about in this discussion today. Show notes for this episode: www.projectsforwildlife.com/episode068 WHERE TO FIND US: www.projectsforwildlife.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/projectsforwildlife Instagram: www.instagram.com/projectsforwildlife In The Field: www.projectsforwildlife.com/inthefield SPEAK UP FOR BLUE network: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/projects-for-wildlife-podcast/id1447156335 https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iwrwftbcic2v4xbgobilmcw2ddu https://open.spotify.com/show/6uaLm4c6KwVhT5A9fy4jng Check out the Shows on the Speak Up For Blue Network: Blue Facebook Group: http://www.speakuforblue.com/group Check out the new Speak Up For The Ocean Blue Podcast App: http://www.speakupforblue.com/app. Speak Up For Blue Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-up-for-the-ocean-blue/id1010962669 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mE8fDuPv6OiTZ64EfIob9 Marine Conservation Happy Hour Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k4ZB3x Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2kkEElk 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  

A conversation with Dr. Cara Field - Medical Director of the largest marine mammal hospital in the world - The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, California. Meet the Ocean is a listener-supported podcast and nonprofit. Help us continue to create meaningful educational content by donating on our website.  Subscribe to never miss an episode, and share our podcast on your social media to inform your community. #listen to #learn www.meettheocean.org

Wealth Transformation - Podcast Show Notes: YPFW – Jill Lessard   Among the highlights of my career in network television PR, I won the Publicists Guild of America TV Showmanship award for managing ABC’s national media campaign for the groundbreaking sit-com “Ellen”; was Senior Writer/Editor for ABC.com and Oscar.com (the official website of the Academy Awards); and hosted the first-ever live webcast of the Emmy Awards.After 20 years in Los Angeles, I returned to my roots and taught Multimedia Communications at my old hometown high school, earning a nomination for 2011 New Hampshire Teacher of the Year. Since moving to the Bay Area, I have produced numerous video segments for Marin TV. “Make Your Mark,” about Sun Valley Elementary School students who successfully petitioned Crayola to recycle their plastic markers, won a 2013 Hometown Media Award at the national conference of the Alliance for Community Media. "The Ghost Below," about an art installation at The Marine Mammal Center, created to bring attention to the dangers of plastic in our oceans, earned top honors in 2014. With the intention of infusing our world with a bit of levity, I also produce a stand-up comedy series called "marINSANITY."In addition to a B.S. in Radio/TV/Fim Production from Northwestern University, I have two masters degrees – one in Professional Writing from the University of Southern California, the other in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.     In this episode, Dr. Cheryl and Jill discuss:   Fears….. Anxiety Prejudices   Key Takeaways:   How to get through and master getting through FEARS   Connect with: LinkedIn: Jill Lessard Email: jillclessard@gmail.com     Connect with Dr. Cheryl: Wealth Transformation Podcast Twitter: @cherylscheurer Facebook: @CherylScheurer Website: www.cherylscheurer.com/ Email:  drcherylscheurer@gmail.com YouTube: Cheryl Scheurer TV Show:  Comcast Channel 26 and U-Verse 99 Book: Wealth Transformation LinkedIn: Cheryl Scheurer, Ph.D BINGE NETWORKS TV: Wealth Transformation Channel  

Wealth Transformation - Podcast Show Notes: YPFW – Jill Lessard   Among the highlights of my career in network television PR, I won the Publicists Guild of America TV Showmanship award for managing ABC’s national media campaign for the groundbreaking sit-com “Ellen”; was Senior Writer/Editor for ABC.com and Oscar.com (the official website of the Academy Awards); and hosted the first-ever live webcast of the Emmy Awards.After 20 years in Los Angeles, I returned to my roots and taught Multimedia Communications at my old hometown high school, earning a nomination for 2011 New Hampshire Teacher of the Year. Since moving to the Bay Area, I have produced numerous video segments for Marin TV. “Make Your Mark,” about Sun Valley Elementary School students who successfully petitioned Crayola to recycle their plastic markers, won a 2013 Hometown Media Award at the national conference of the Alliance for Community Media. "The Ghost Below," about an art installation at The Marine Mammal Center, created to bring attention to the dangers of plastic in our oceans, earned top honors in 2014. With the intention of infusing our world with a bit of levity, I also produce a stand-up comedy series called "marINSANITY."In addition to a B.S. in Radio/TV/Fim Production from Northwestern University, I have two masters degrees – one in Professional Writing from the University of Southern California, the other in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.     In this episode, Dr. Cheryl and Jill discuss:   Fears….. Anxiety Prejudices   Key Takeaways:   How to get through and master getting through FEARS   Connect with: LinkedIn: Jill Lessard Email: jillclessard@gmail.com     Connect with Dr. Cheryl: Wealth Transformation Podcast Twitter: @cherylscheurer Facebook: @CherylScheurer Website: www.cherylscheurer.com/ Email:  drcherylscheurer@gmail.com YouTube: Cheryl Scheurer TV Show:  Comcast Channel 26 and U-Verse 99 Book: Wealth Transformation LinkedIn: Cheryl Scheurer, Ph.D BINGE NETWORKS TV: Wealth Transformation Channel  

Wealth Transformation - Podcast Show Notes: YPFW – Jill Lessard   Among the highlights of my career in network television PR, I won the Publicists Guild of America TV Showmanship award for managing ABC’s national media campaign for the groundbreaking sit-com “Ellen”; was Senior Writer/Editor for ABC.com and Oscar.com (the official website of the Academy Awards); and hosted the first-ever live webcast of the Emmy Awards.After 20 years in Los Angeles, I returned to my roots and taught Multimedia Communications at my old hometown high school, earning a nomination for 2011 New Hampshire Teacher of the Year. Since moving to the Bay Area, I have produced numerous video segments for Marin TV. “Make Your Mark,” about Sun Valley Elementary School students who successfully petitioned Crayola to recycle their plastic markers, won a 2013 Hometown Media Award at the national conference of the Alliance for Community Media. "The Ghost Below," about an art installation at The Marine Mammal Center, created to bring attention to the dangers of plastic in our oceans, earned top honors in 2014. With the intention of infusing our world with a bit of levity, I also produce a stand-up comedy series called "marINSANITY."In addition to a B.S. in Radio/TV/Fim Production from Northwestern University, I have two masters degrees – one in Professional Writing from the University of Southern California, the other in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.     In this episode, Dr. Cheryl and Jill discuss:   Fears….. Anxiety Prejudices   Key Takeaways:   How to get through and master getting through FEARS   Connect with: LinkedIn: Jill Lessard Email: jillclessard@gmail.com     Connect with Dr. Cheryl: Wealth Transformation Podcast Twitter: @cherylscheurer Facebook: @CherylScheurer Website: www.cherylscheurer.com/ Email:  drcherylscheurer@gmail.com YouTube: Cheryl Scheurer TV Show:  Comcast Channel 26 and U-Verse 99 Book: Wealth Transformation LinkedIn: Cheryl Scheurer, Ph.D BINGE NETWORKS TV: Wealth Transformation Channel  

While the Bay Area shelters in place, some vets are still working to give sea lions the care they need. We go behind the scenes at the Marine Mammal Center. Then, we answer a question about the Farallon Islands that came from a listener like you. And, we continue our tour of Golden Gate Park, in celebration of its 150th anniversary.

Do You Have The ‘Right Stuff’ To Be An Astronaut? If you’ve ever considered being an astronaut, this might be your chance to land that dream job. This week, NASA opened applications for a new class of astronaut candidates. It’s a full-time position based in Houston, Texas, paying over $104,000 per year. Job duties would include “conducting operations in space, including on the International Space Station (ISS) and in the development and testing of future spacecraft” and “performing extravehicular activities (EVA) and robotics operations using the remote manipulator system.” Please note that “substantial travel” is required.  How do you know if you have the ‘right stuff’ to apply?  Frank Rubio, a NASA astronaut who completed the most recent previous selection program in 2017, joins Ira to talk about what other qualities are valuable in an astronaut applicant—and the training program for those accepted.   Could A “Marsquake” Knock Down Your House? On April 6, 2019, NASA’s InSight Mars lander recorded a sound researchers had been waiting to hear for months. To the untrained listener, it may sound like someone had turned up the volume on the hum of Martian wind. But NASA researchers could hear the likely first-ever “marsquake” recorded by the mission. NASA’s InSight carries a suite of instruments to help study what’s happening deep within the Martian surface, including an ultra-sensitive seismometer (SEIS) for detecting suspected quakes on Mars. Now closing in on the end of it’s two-year primary mission, NASA scientists are studying the seismic data they’ve collected so far, comparing it to the well-known tectonic activity of Earth, and mapping out what to explore from here. Deputy principal investigator Suzanne Smrekar joins Ira to answer our pressing marsquake questions. New Insight Into Whales On The Go  Like the seasonal migrations of birds, whales are roamers. Every year, they travel thousands of miles, from the warm waters of the equatorial regions for breeding to the colder polar waters for feeding. But how do they find their way so consistently and precisely every year?  New research in Current Biology this month adds more weight to one idea of how whales stay on course: Similar to birds, whales may detect the Earth’s magnetic field lines. Duke University graduate student Jesse Granger explains why a strong connection between gray whale strandings and solar activity could boost the magnetoreception theory. Other research in Marine Mammal Science explores why whales leave the food-rich waters of the Arctic and Antarctic at all. Marine ecologist Robert Pitman of Oregon State University’s Marine Mammal Center explains why this annual movement may not be about breeding—but rather, allowing their skin to molt and remain healthy. 

James and Luke get David Studebaker's take on NYC, comedy, and film festivals. David's Ark Episode 9 — Marine Mammal Center is screening at The San Pedro International Film Festival this Sunday, Oct. 6th at the Cabrillo Aquarium. Tickets for the screening are available here. 

James and Luke get David Studebaker's take on NYC, comedy, and film festivals. David's Ark Episode 9 — Marine Mammal Center is screening at The San Pedro International Film Festival this Sunday, Oct. 6th at the Cabrillo Aquarium. Tickets for the screening are available here. 

In addition to the dramatic declines in charismatic species most people are aware of, research over the past few years suggests we are facing a potential extinction event for insects. This week's episode features  www.mongabay.com frequent contributor, environmental writer Jeremy Hance, to discuss his recent 4-part series on the insect extinction situation based on interviews he's conducted with dozen's of entomologists from around the globe. Jeremy discusses potential root causes such as over use of pesticides, climate change, and human over-population. As we continue to wrestle with the substantial loss of higher order species over the past 50 years, what will the earth look like with the added burden of significantly lower insect biodiversity and abundance? What impact will lower insect numbers have on the species that are dependent upon them, including humans? And, how does improved education and access to health care offer a way forward? https://twitter.com/jeremy_hance https://news.mongabay.com/2019/06/the-great-insect-dying-a-global-look-at-a-deepening-crisis/ https://jeremyhance.com www.theguardian.com/environment/radical-conservation www.iReinforce.com www.facebook.com/ZooLogicpodcast/ Plus, Tell me something I don't know about animals with Dr. Jeff Boehm, CEO of the Marine Mammal Center. www.marinemammalcenter.org That Sounds Wild: Addax.  Thanks Peter Giljam www.zoospensefull.com.  

There’s been no shortage of weird whale news in Northern California over the last several months. This past week or so the news has had a mostly lighthearted bent to it: Residents caught unusual sights of both humpback and killer whales frolicking in the San Francisco and Monterrey Bays, and managed to snap some pretty great photos in the process.  More ominously though gray whales have been washing up dead along the West Coast in alarming numbers, and with all this unusual whale behavior, many are now wondering what exactly is going on down there underneath the waves. On this edition of KCBS In Depth we speak with two researchers deeply involved in the effort to find some answers to that question.  Host: KCBS Radio reporter Keith Menconi  Guests:  Bill Keener, research associate at  the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito David Weller, research wildlife biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Southwest Fisheries Science Center in La Jolla

Learning about the Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Laguna Beach, California with Keith Matassa – Director of Zoological and Conservation Programs & Krysta Higuchi – Events and Public Relations Coordinator. PMMC rehabilitates and releases marine mammals and inspires ocean stewardship through research, education, and collaboration. They collaborate with many organizations and universities, such as NOAA, the Coast Guard, Police, Life Guards, UC Davis, UConn, Tufts, Sea World, and more. Check out pacificmmc.org for how to help, volunteer, donate, and learn more. To help with seal sightings use the new Seal Spotter App.

The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito is not just the organization that responds to more stranded marine mammals than any other in the world. According to www.TMMC.org, from the depletion of fish stocks to increasing ocean temperatures, human activity threatens marine ecosystems that are vital to the health of our ocean and all life on earth. As a critical first responder to these threats, The Marine Mammal Center is leading the field in ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue, veterinary science, and education. Marine mammals are ecosystem indicators, and the health of these animals provides insights into human and ocean health threats. Executive Director, Jeff Boehm discusses how the center supports a network of scientists and stewards to protect our shared ocean environment for future generations. www.iReinforce.com www.facebook.com/ZooLogicpodcast/ www.zoologic.libsyn.com  

The Marine Mammal Center in Marin helps out hundreds to even thousands of marine animals every year. There are lots of ways you can help them do that too. Dr. Abby McClain talks about what to do if you come across an injured animal that needs rescuing.  Thanks for watching! Listen to The Marc Guzman Experience on iTunes, iHeartRadio or Watch on Facebook or YouTube. WEBSITE: http://www.MarcGuzman.com FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/MarcGuzmanHomes INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/MarcGuzmanHomes SNAPCHAT: http://www.snapchat.com/add/MarcGuzmanHomes TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/MarcGuzmanHomes Company Website: http://www.BGAM.us

a.k.a. ‘wandas’ and ‘floppy boys’ What did we do to deserve MICHEAL FOULK as a special guest? We're not sure. Frankly, we probably don't. But somehow we tricked him, and he's here! We talk Timon but not Pumba, and also California Sea Lions in our newest.  Show Notes Support Drunk Safari on Patreon Micheal Foulk's website Micheal Foulk on Instagram Michael Foulk on Twitter SUPPORT the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito Maggie on Twitter Drunk Safari on Twitter

I am excited to introduce our guest today, Kathryn Arnold the co-founder, Story Curator and Editor in Chief of Wild Hope Magazine. Wild Hope is a beautiful publication sharing stories from scientists, nature writers, artists photographers, poets, naturalists and citizen scientists all dedicating their lives to help protect our planet. I just received three new issues in the mail yesterday and am excited to sit with some tea and enjoy! Kathryn created this publication as a true labor of love. Kathryn is not new to the publishing business. Prior to founding Wild Hope, she was Editor in Chief of Yoga Journal and Delicious! Living. She turned her attention to writing about wildlife and nature after being a volunteer for the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, CA. You can find out more about Wild Hope at www.wildhope.org. Where to find out more about Wild Hope: www.wildhope.org https://www.facebook.com/wildhopemagazine/ http://www.earthisland.org *Introduction and Closing by Dale Wilman and music provided by www.bensound.com

Inner Journey with Greg Friedman welcomes Keith Matassa (Executive Director) and Krysta Higuchi (Events and PR Coordinator) from the Pacific Marine Mammal Center, an organization and people that care about our community and care about our ecosystem.  Both the organization and these two along with many others at the center go above an beyond to provide science, art, youth programs but most of all care to marine mammals up and down over 59 miles of our coastline. 

We are lucky to live in a state like California that provides us such a diverse ecosystem to for us to learn about. Located in the Marin Headlands, the Marine Mammal Center for years has worked hard to preserve the health of Northern California's Coast and the wildlife that populates it. Our guest today is one of the many veterinarians at the Marine Mammal Center who work tirelessly to save natures animals. Please welcome to the podcast, Dr. Abby McClain. Hotline: 415-289-7325 (SEAL)            Website: marinemammalcenter.org Camps & Classes: marinemammalcenter.org/education/ Volunteer: marinemammalcenter.org/Get-Involved/volunteer/ Getting Started Currently interim veterinarian Decided to be a vet in the 3rd grade Would care for lots of animals as a kid Came to California at a young age, originally from Iowa Becoming a Vet A 4-year program Need to fulfill prerequisites 4 years of Veterinarian school Board exam to become a vet Specialty training Graduated in 2016, joined Marine Mammal Center in 2017 Marine Mammal Center Main hospital in Sausalito Satellite locations Largest hospital of its kind in the country Cover 600 miles of coastline Animals Treated Pinnipeds most common Seals majority Elephant seal sizes Various Ailments Sickness, injury or entanglements Sometimes hurt because of human involvement Rescuing process 600-800 animals treated a year 20,000+ total since founding Locating and Rescuing Animals Hotline: 415-289-7325 (SEAL) Call in when you see an animal KEEP YOUR DISTANCE Animal welfare the #1 concern Release process Tagging and tracking animals Unique Animals Rescued Guadalupe Seal Stellar Sea Lion Classes Targeting the next generation of animal savers Ocean Ambassadors: Middle School program Sunday Classes for all ages Marine Science Sunday Summer Camp: For elementary level students Camp SeaQuest Funding Donations are 85% of funding Non-profit Volunteering at The Center 1,200 active volunteers now totally 135,000 work hours Climate Change Impact on California Coasts If the animals are healthy then the ocean is healthy Warm water pushes food further from the shore Preservation tips Most animals are hurt by human involvement Straws are the most common problem Sustainable seafood Little things count More animals affected than can be treated Wrap up/ Contact Information

Adam from the Marine Mammal Center in California joins us for an episode all about the ocean and marine life! ocean in some way, and we depend on a healthy ocean

There is a big problem in San Francisco Bay: A number of sharks and other fish are washing ashore dead. Sean van Sommeran is on the front lines making sure each fish is processed and analyzed to find out why.  Sean's organization, The Pelagic Shark Research Foundation, is partnering with the Marine Mammal Center and some researchers who specialize in fish health to help determine why a number of different sharks such as leopard sharks, white sharks and other fish (eagle rays, etc.) are washing up on the shore dead.  These strandings have bee occurring for the past 5-6 weeks and it's not the first time this type of stranding event has occurred. Listen to the podcast to hear more on why these sharks and other fish are dying this spring.  Enjoy the podcast! Support Science and Climate Change Science Research by buying our Graphic T-shirts "Science Can't Be Silenced" and "Climate Change is here, it's real, it's time to act." The March for Science is over, but Climate Change Research must continue so we are extending our campaign to support Climate Change Science Research as a Speak Up For Blue Community. $5 of every shirt purchased will be donated to support the research of Dr. Michelle LaRue, who researches how Climate Change affects various animals in the Antarctic and Arctic systems. http://www.speakupforblue.com/shop Are you looking to change the way you eat for a better health and environment? Start using Arbonne nutrition and health care products that are all natural and environmentally friendly. I use them all the time and their nutrition line has transformed the way I eat and my health. Email me today, andrew@speakupforblue.com to find out how you can transform your health. Looking to transform your health and wellness using Arbonne products? Learn about our starter package to get you living for a better Ocean by contacting me at andrew@speakupforblue.com.  

Lee Caraher is a CEO and acclaimed communication strategist known for her practical solutions to big problems. She started Double Forte in 2002 to work with good people, doing great work for good companies. Her clients span well-loved Bay Area brands including Clif Bar and CamelBak, hot Silicon Valley start-ups, financial service companies and wine and spirits companies. This is not her first rodeo, and she's learned a lot along the way that she shares freely with others in the hopes that everyone can reduce the drama in the workplace. Now her friends and colleagues call her "The Millennial Whisperer." After struggling with how to work well with Millennial clients and now staffers (more than half of Lee’s staff is under 35) and then working to figure out how to make that work, Lee has written a positive and practical book about the topic, “Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work.” Lee has a reputation for building cohesive, high producing teams who get a lot done well and have fun at the same time. She is a straight talker who doesn't hold too many punches, although she does her best to be pleasant about it. Her big laugh and sense of humor have gotten her out of a lot of trouble. She started her career in communications in Boston and then moved to California to work with well-known PR firm The Bohle Group and then Manning, Selvage & Lee. She moved to the Bay Area in 1995 to serve as the Vice President of Corporate and Consumer Communications at the $1.6 Billion SEGA of America. She then served as Executive Vice President of The Weber Group and Founder and President of Red Whistle Communications, both Interpublic companies. Lee is active in the community and currently serves on the Board of KQED Public Media, Grace Cathedral’s Board of Trustees, and on the Board of Trustees of Menlo College, Atherton. Previously Lee served on the Board of Directors of The Marine Mammal Center, was the Chair of the Board for Community Gatepath, San Mateo County’s largest organization serving the needs of people with developmental disabilities, and was the founding Chair of the Board for the St. Paul’s Choir School. She consults with other non-profits on effective board organization and practices. A graduate of Carleton College, with a degree in Medieval History, which she finds useful every day, Lee lives on the Peninsula with her husband, two sons, and their blind cat Al. http://www.leecaraher.com/

2017-04-04 Special EnglishThis is Special English. I&`&m Ryan Price in Beijing. Here is the news.China and Madagascar has agreed to synergize development strategies under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative and ten major plans for China-Africa cooperation.The pledge came out of the talks between the presidents of the two countries.Chinese president Xi Jinping said China and Madagascar enjoy great potential for mutually beneficial cooperation, welcoming Madagascar to participate in the Belt and Road construction.He said China supports Madagascar in playing its role as a bridge between the Belt and Road and the African continent.China is ready to establish a comprehensive partnership of cooperation with Madagascar, calling on the two sides to deepen cooperation in agriculture, fisheries, people-to-people exchanges, security, police affairs, justice and law-enforcement.China supports Madagascar to play a bigger role in international and regional affairs, and is willing to enhance communication and coordination with the country on climate change, the UN 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development as well as peace and security of Africa.President Xi said China will comprehensively implement the results of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation that was held in December 2015 in South Africa&`&s Johannesburg, to achieve common development with Africa.This is Special English.A County in central China&`&s Henan Province has announced its withdrawal from the country&`&s list of impoverished counties.Lankao County can be removed from the list if less than 2 percent of its population is classified as impoverished. That&`&s according to a national mechanism established in April 2016 to eliminate poverty in affected regions.In 2014, 12 percent of the population lived in poverty in the county, but the proportion has dropped to 1 percent following an assessment by the Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.The evaluation results were examined and approved by the State Council Leading Group Office of Poverty Alleviation and Development. The provincial government green lit the county&`&s withdrawal recently.The top party official of the county said getting rid of poverty has been the ardent wish of Lankao residents for decades.In 2014, Chinese president Xi Jinping paid visits to the county as part of a campaign pairing top Party officials with poor areas. In the same year, the county authorities made a commitment to casting off poverty in three years and achieving moderate prosperity in seven years.You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Ryan Price in Beijing. China will not allow large-scale unemployment, given its ability and willingness to create new jobs and ensure the basic needs of those who temporarily lose their employment.Chinese Premier Li Keqiang told reporters recently that this year&`&s Government Work Report sets an employment target of 11 million new jobs in urban areas, 1 million more than last year&`&s target.Li said China has created more than 52 million jobs over the past four years. He has repeatedly emphasized the significance of jobs as the key to boosting people&`&s incomes and maintaining social stability. More than 13 million new jobs were created in urban areas last year, exceeding the year&`&s target by 30 percent.China will create around 50 million new jobs by 2020. That&`&s according to a guideline plan on employment released this year by the State Council, China&`&s Cabinet. Some pressure is expected this year for job seekers, however, as a record high 8 million college students and around 5 million students at secondary occupational schools are expected to graduate this summer. In addition, thousands of workers are waiting to be transferred to other posts from factories that are scheduled to cut excess production. You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Ryan Price in Beijing. Market value of space activities is expected to increase in the coming years A senior scientist suggests that China should build a space launch center dedicated to commercial missions Hu Shengyun is a senior rocket designer at the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation&`&s Fourth Academy. He said the four major launch centers are administered by the government and are tasked with serving State programs including lunar exploration and manned spaceflight. He said these government-run launch centers are well developed, but they are too busy to handle the increasing demands from the commercial space sector, and it is not uncommon that even a government-assigned mission has to wait for arrangements at those sites. In addition, the management and operational methods of the existing centers were specifically designed for State-funded programs rather than commercial missions, so carrying out a lot of commercial launches would probably cause a lot of problems. The scientist suggests that a new launch site could be set up in places like Inner Mongolia autonomous region in north China, the southern island province of Hainan or a suitable island off the country&`&s eastern coast. He said the launch site must be far from the populous areas to ensure safety.This is Special English.A magnitude 5.1 earthquake that hit southwest China has affected the lives of 16,000 people.The tremor jolted Yangbi County in Yunnan Province. One person was injured by falling tiles, and has been treated in time.Damage was reported in eight other townships under the county. Houses collapsed, cracks appeared on walls, while schools, dams, and water facilities were also impaired. The local government said the lives of 2,000 people in 500 households were seriously affected.Economic loss of the earthquake was initially estimated at 200 million yuan, roughly 30 million U.S. dollars.The epicenter is at the depth of 12 kilometers. Four tremors measuring 3 to 5 on the Richter scale hit the same region before and after the magnitude 5.1 quake.A multi-sector rescue team, which includes firemen, armed police and disaster relief personnel are working at the quake zone. Relief goods including tents, quilts, overcoats, cartons of food and rice have arrived in the area. You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Ryan Price in Beijing. You can access the program by logging on to crienglish.com. You can also find us on our Apple Podcast. Now the news continues.Reducing pollution and curbing overfishing won&`&t prevent the severe bleaching that is killing coral at catastrophic rates. That&`&s according to a study of Australia&`&s Great Barrier Reef. In the end, researchers say, the only way to save the world&`&s coral from heat-induced bleaching is with a war on global warming.Scientists are quick to note that local protection of reefs can help damaged coral recover from the stress of rising ocean temperatures. But the new research shows that such efforts are ultimately futile when it comes to stopping bleaching in the first place.Terry Hughes is director of the ARC Center of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies in Australia and lead author of the study published in the journal Nature. Hughes said people do not have any tools to climate-proof corals, but we actually have to do something about climate change.Scientists say the problem due to coral bleaching have grown more frequent as the temperatures of the ocean rise, mainly due to increasing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. The hot water stresses corals, forcing them to expel the colorful algae living inside them, which leaves the coral vulnerable to disease and death. Given enough time, bleached coral can recover if the water cools, but if the temperature stays too high for too long, the coral will die.This is Special English.The U.S. Navy is enlisting the help of seals, but not the kind of highly trained special operatives with whom it usually associates.Scientists think real seals, specifically their whiskers, may be the key to a new way for ships and underwater vehicles to sense their environment.When a fish swims by, a hungry seal senses the wake with its whiskers. It can tell characteristics of the fish, such as the shape and size, and track the location even in murky or dark water.Despite the adorable possibilities, scientists aren&`&t looking to outfit ships and vehicles with whiskers. They&`&re studying how the whiskers function to learn how to reverse-engineer the system. The science could be applied to the development of a sensor.Christin Murphy, a marine mammal biologist, said that if people want to design the best systems, it makes sense to take advantage of millions of years of work that nature has done for us.The research is taking place at the Newport division of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center.Murphy and colleagues looked to seal whiskers because they&`&re a highly sensitive system of underwater touch that employ bumps to reduce their own self-induced vibrations. The research may help increase their sensitivity to water disturbances.You&`&re listening to Special English. I&`&m Ryan Price in Beijing.A young sea lion spotted in a Northern California farmland canal was feasting on carp as it made its way home on Wednesday, a day after rescue crews tried to get him out to be evaluated.Dr. Cara Field of the Marine Mammal Center said the 400-pound sea lion spotted Tuesday in a canal in the inland city of Vacaville started heading back toward the Sacramento-San Joaquin River delta.Field said the sea lion was in no danger from swimming in the fresh water and could survive for years outside the ocean with a plentiful food source.Field says the sea lion chowed down before heading toward the delta and kept eating as he made his way home.Marine mammal experts had mounted a rescue effort Tuesday to get the sea lion out of the canal but it hid in a cement drainage pipe. They resumed their efforts after the sea lion emerged from the pipe on Wednesday but after seeing him swim out of the canal, officials decided to let it keep going.Field said they were prepared to rescue him but the fact was that he was swimming with such purpose and appeared comfortable in navigating his way back, and that gives confidence to the animal rescuers that the animal will be just fine.This is Special English.Hong Kong&`&s first sightseeing restaurant bus went into service, offering tourists and locals a fresh experience of sightseeing and dining.Thomas Hung, chairman of the operator Crystal Bus Holding Limited, said that for tourists, there is now no need to plan where to go or worry about where to eat, sparing time for shopping.Hung said Crystal Bus combines concepts of tourism and catering, allowing tourists to enjoy local cuisine while experiencing Hong Kong&`&s most representative attractions.The sightseeing restaurant bus is a 47-seat double-decker furnished with wonderful lighting and sound systems. It tours around the city while serving food prepared by locally famous and Michelin starred restaurants.Its service comprises day and night tours, with day tours covering over 20 attractions from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island or the New Territories.The two-and-a-half-hour day tour costs each passenger 380 Hong Kong dollars, roughly 50 U.S. dollars.Night tours are only for booking the entire bus and guests can choose the route themselves.Like regular sightseeing buses, Crystal Bus has an audio guide system, providing passengers with information about the attractions.Hung added that in addition to offering tourists a new way of experiencing Hong Kong, Crystal Bus also provides local residents with a fresh idea for a date or gathering with friends.This is the end of this edition of Special English. To freshen up your memory, I&`&m going to read one of the news items again at normal speed. Please listen carefully.（全文见周日微信。）

Have you ever heard of a shark being stranded? Well it happens more often than you think. Sean van Sommeran knows all about it too because he has monitoring California beaches for more than 3 decades.  Sean approached me last week about a recent shark stranded in which the Marine Mammal Center found. Sean is responsible for determining what happened to the shark to prevent more occurrences from happening and to determine the cause. Listen to Sean as we discuss shark strandings, their causes and how a recent incident at a Huttington Beach pier in not the first event. Enjoy the podcast! Are you looking to change the way you eat for a better health and environment? Start using Arbonne nutrition and health care products that are all natural and environmentally friendly. I use them all the time and their nutrition line has transformed the way I eat and my health. Email me today, andrew@speakupforblue.com to find out how you can transform your health. Looking to transform your health and wellness using Arbonne products? Learn about our starter package to get you living for a better Ocean by contacting me at andrew@speakupforblue.com.

Phil Carpenter, Chief Marketing Officer at UpLift, is responsible for all facets of UpLift’s marketing. Before joining UpLift, Phil served as senior partner and chair, western region for Allison+Partners, an integrated communications agency. Previously, he was Vice President of Marketing for Simply Hired and Vice President of Corporate Marketing for SideStep. Phil holds a B.A. from Stanford in English and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. He is also on the board of The Marine Mammal Center. What you’ll learn about in this episode: Why marketing segmentation is so important How Phil hones in on his market and then tests it How Phil picks and chooses what marketing channels to use Why you need to get clear on your definition of who you want to reach and you want to influence them Why you need to allocate your resources based on what your objectives Why you need to offer truly valuable content Inspiring action, exploration, and engagement Helping your sales people successful Why you need to get public relations right The value of being present at industry events Driving incremental success Ways to contact Phil: Website: www.uplift.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/philcarpenter www.tmmc.org

Lee Caraher is a CEO and acclaimed communication strategist known for her practical solutions to big problems. She started Double Forte in 2002 to work with good people, doing great work for good companies. Her clients span well-loved Bay Area brands including Clif Bar and CamelBak, hot Silicon Valley start-ups, financial service companies and wine and spirits companies. This is not her first rodeo, and she's learned a lot along the way that she shares freely with others in the hopes that everyone can reduce the drama in the workplace. Now her friends and colleagues call her "The Millennial Whisperer." After struggling with how to work well with Millennial clients and now staffers (more than half of Lee’s staff is under 35) and then working to figure out how to make that work, Lee has written a positive and practical book about the topic, “Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work.” Lee has a reputation for building cohesive, high producing teams who get a lot done well and have fun at the same time. She is a straight talker who doesn't hold too many punches, although she does her best to be pleasant about it. Her big laugh and sense of humor have gotten her out of a lot of trouble. She started her career in communications in Boston and then moved to California to work with well-known PR firm The Bohle Group and then Manning, Selvage & Lee. She moved to the Bay Area in 1995 to serve as the Vice President of Corporate and Consumer Communications at the $1.6 Billion SEGA of America. She then served as Executive Vice President of The Weber Group and Founder and President of Red Whistle Communications, both Interpublic companies. Lee is active in the community and currently serves on the Board of KQED Public Media, Grace Cathedral’s Board of Trustees, and on the Board of Trustees of Menlo College, Atherton. Previously Lee served on the Board of Directors of The Marine Mammal Center, was the Chair of the Board for Community Gatepath, San Mateo County’s largest organization serving the needs of people with developmental disabilities, and was the founding Chair of the Board for the St. Paul’s Choir School. She consults with other non-profits on effective board organization and practices. A graduate of Carleton College, with a degree in Medieval History, which she finds useful every day, Lee lives on the Peninsula with her husband, two sons, and their blind cat Al.

Lee Caraher is a CEO and acclaimed communication strategist known for her practical solutions to big problems. She started Double Forte in 2002 to work with good people, doing great work for good companies. Her clients span well-loved Bay Area brands including Clif Bar and CamelBak, hot Silicon Valley start-ups, financial service companies and wine and spirits companies. This is not her first rodeo, and she's learned a lot along the way that she shares freely with others in the hopes that everyone can reduce the drama in the workplace. Now her friends and colleagues call her... "The Millennial Whisperer" After struggling with how to work well with Millennial clients, and now staffers (more than half of Lee’s staff is under 35) and then working to figure out how to make that work, Lee has written a positive and practical book about the topic, “Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work.” Big Laugh! Lee has a reputation for building cohesive, high producing teams who get a lot done well and have fun at the same time. She is a straight talker who doesn't hold too many punches, although she does her best to be pleasant about it. Her big laugh and sense of humor have gotten her out of a lot of trouble. From Boston to Cali She started her career in communications in Boston and then moved to California to work with well-known PR firm The Bohle Group and then Manning, Selvage & Lee. She moved to the Ba Area in 1995 to serve as the Vice President of Corporate and Consumer Communications at the $1.6 Billion SEGA of America. She then served as Executive Vice President of The Weber Group and Founder and President of Red Whistle Communications, both Interpublic companies. Lee is active in the community and currently serves on the Board of KQED Public Media, Grace Cathedral’s Board of Trustees, and on the Board of Trustees of Menlo College, Atherton.  Previously Lee served on the Board of Directors of The Marine Mammal Center, was the Chair of the Board for Community Gatepath, San Mateo County’s largest organization serving the needs of people with developmental disabilities, and was the founding Chair of the Board for the St. Paul’s Choir School. She consults with other non-profits on effective board organization and practices.  A graduate of Carleton College, with a degree in Medieval History, which she finds useful every day, Lee lives on the Peninsula with her husband, two sons, and their blind cat Al. Lee Caraher Vroom Veer Stories Went to High School in a Quaker all girls school and sang in an elite singing group and played field hockey Studied Medieval History is College and continued to sing and play field hockey Got her first job after her father made her write a letter to one of his friends to ask for help Took a job as a paid intern in Boston working in PR Her Boston herd of friends dispersed and she suffered from seasonal affective disorder--moved to San Francisco Started her own PR firm and started to only hire people with 10 years experience After 2008, that business model needed to change and they started hiring young people Lee learned quickly that she need to change her mindset and work environment to adapt to millennials:  clients and staff Her first millennial hire showed up to work with a chihuahua, that was a service dog---hmmm...that's new Invited to meet with the Air Force Chief of Staff to help them deal with recruiting millennials. Lee Caraher Links Double-Forte LeeCaraher.com Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making It Work at Work

People want and need feedback, particularly Millennials. However, telling someone "nice job" is not effective feedback. In this episode, communications strategist Lee Caraher explains how to give feedback that results in real change. After a series of hiring failures she researched Millennials and became an expert, even writing a book called Millennials and Management. Several chapters focus on feedback because it is so critical, not just for Millennials, but for every generation. Listen to learn how you can help your team be more successful by giving effective feedback. What You'll Learn Three tips to giving better feedback How to improve brainstorming results when working with introverts Forget the Golden Rule - live by the Platinum Rule About Lee Caraher Lee Caraher is a CEO and acclaimed communication strategist known for her practical solutions to big problems. She started Double Forte in 2002 to work with good people, doing great work for good companies. Her clients span well-loved Bay Area brands including Clif Bar and CamelBak, hot Silicon Valley start-ups, financial service companies and wine and spirits companies. This is not her first rodeo, and she's learned a lot along the way that she shares freely with others in the hopes that everyone can reduce the drama in the workplace. Now her friends and colleagues call her "The Millennial Whisperer." After struggling with how to work well with Millennial clients and now staffers (more than half of Lee's staff is under 35) and then working to figure out how to make that work, Lee has written a positive and practical book about the topic, “Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work.” Lee has a reputation for building cohesive, high producing teams who get a lot done well and have fun at the same time. She is a straight talker who doesn't hold too many punches, although she does her best to be pleasant about it. Her big laugh and sense of humor have gotten her out of a lot of trouble. She started her career in communications in Boston and then moved to California to work with well-known PR firm The Bohle Group and then Manning, Selvage & Lee. She moved to the Bay Area in 1995 to serve as the Vice President of Corporate and Consumer Communications at the $1.6 Billion SEGA of America. She then served as Executive Vice President of The Weber Group and Founder and President of Red Whistle Communications, both Interpublic companies. Lee is active in the community and currently serves on the Board of KQED Public Media, Grace Cathedral's Board of Trustees, and on the Board of Trustees of Menlo College, Atherton. Previously Lee served on the Board of Directors of The Marine Mammal Center, was the Chair of the Board for Community Gatepath, San Mateo County's largest organization serving the needs of people with developmental disabilities, and was the founding Chair of the Board for the St. Paul's Choir School. She consults with other non-profits on effective board organization and practices. A graduate of Carleton College, with a degree in Medieval History, which she finds useful every day, Lee lives on the Peninsula with her husband, two sons, and their blind cat Al. Resources Lee Caraher's book - Millennials & Mangement: The Essential Guide to Making It Work at Work Lee Caraher's website Lee Caraher's firm Double Forte   The Weekly Challenge Notice when you say the word "but," then switch with the word "and." Set up a process so you interupt yourself and start changing how you communicate. Those small three letter words can be powerful and switching them out can lead to impressive results.

The California Academy of Sciences presents an evening of whales. Bill Keener and Jonathan Stern from the Golden Gate Cetacean Research organization talk with Robert Brill, the set designer from the San Francisco Opera, which recently staged the opera Moby-Dick. Also joining the conversation is Samuel Otter, a professor of English at U.C. Berkeley, Jonathan Stern who studies whales, and Bill Keener, an environmental lawyer and the former executive director of the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito.

Live from the Bay Area Science Festival! Dr. Claire Simeone works at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, CA. She's the first scientist to study painkillers for dolphins and she helps comedians Myq Kaplan, Anna Drezen, and Nato Green learn all about her research on seals, whales, and other marine mammals. Hosted by Chris Duffy. Technical direction by Kevin Brunswick. This episode is sponsored by HotelTonight.

Host Marie Hulett talks with Venette Hill From the Lily Sanctuary who will be bringing us all the latest news about parrot rescue.  She has some very touching stories that all animal lovers will appreciate.  Then, after our halftime break, Chris Ruben, the founder of Adoptashelter.com will be stopping by to explain how online shoppers can donate to animal shelters for free!   

Host Marie Hulett talks with Courtney Lamar from the Marine Mammal center about her awesome organization that cares for sick, injured, and orphaned marine mammals that need help. It's one of our favorite wildlife organizations and Courtney has some truly moving stories to tell. After the halftime break, Antonette Sciarappa of Pet Orphans of Southern California checks in to talk about the great humane work her organization is involved in.

At the retired cold war Nike missile base, on the headlands of Marin County, just north of San Francisco, lies the Marine Mammal Center. Whether it is waging a war on plastic, tending to a beached humpback whale that was trying to crash a baseball game at Candlestick Park, rescuing and treating over 16,000 elephant seals, sea lions, sea otters and other marine mammals that get stranded along the California coast or offering exceptional edu-tainment for visitors, this Sausalito facility is truly one of a kind. My guest today is the Executive Director of the Marine Mammal Center, veterinarian Jeffrey Boehm. I had the pleasure of visiting the center in June of this year and saw firsthand the fabulous work they are doing and why it is so vitally important for each of us to protect our ocean's health. For pictures of my visit, click on today's show on the Pet Doctor tab at the PetLifeRadio website. Questions or comments? Email Dr.Cruz at: thepetdoctor@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - From Missiles to Marine Mammals on Pet Life Radio. var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Our BlogTalkRadio show this week will focus on just what is involved in creating a good business plan. If you are a newpreneur, this show will show you the 5 essential elements of an effectice and actionable business and marketing plan. My guest is Carma Spence-Pothitt who has more than 20 years marketing and public relations experience under her belt. She has worked on campaigns for organizations such as City of Hope National Medical Center, The Marine Mammal Center and Champagne Deutz. She helps authors, speakers, coaches and other info-service professionals develop and nurture a business they love through better marketing, branding and web presence. We will be covering: What are the five essential elements you need to create a business and marketing plan that is easy to use and moves you toward your vision? What is the difference between the Vision and the Mission statements? What are the best types of objectives to include in your plan? How do strategies differ from the action plan? Once you've created you plan, what do you do next? Time permitting; we will open up the call for questions and answers. Please be sure to login to the chat room to ask questions during the call. We look forward to “seeing” you! We appreciate you tuning in to this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio with Host Denise Griffitts. If you enjoyed what you heard, please consider subscribing, rating, and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners and create even better content!Stay ConnectedWebsite: Your Partner In Success RadioEmail: mail@yourofficeontheweb.com

Some veterinarians treat animals much more exotic than the family pet. Jeffrey Boehm, executive director of the Marine Mammal Center, talks about the challenges of caring for sick sea mammals. And Alisa "Harley" Newton, a pathologist with the Wildlife Conservation Society, discusses how vets figured out that a pathogen attacking humans was in fact West Nile Virus. Plus, we'll test your knowledge of some recent science in the news. Web sites related to this episode include www.tmmc.org; www.wcs.org

Californians don't normally see fur seals along local beaches, but lately fur seal pups have been stranding themselves in alarming numbers. QUEST sails out with the Marine Mammal Center as they release these stowaways back into the wild.

Today’s guest on the show is Dr. Frances Gulland, senior scientist at the Marine Mammal Center, and a member of the International Committee for the Recovery of the Vaquita.  This committee is composed of the world’s top vaquita experts, and they just released a new report which contains some shocking revelations. Before we jump into our interview with Frances however, I’m going to check in with EOC producer Sean Bogle to get an update on our vaquita documentary project, Souls of the Vermilion Sea.  We have a new half hour film associated with this project that we are about to release, and Sean’s here to explain the inspiration behind this new release as well as our outreach goals moving forward.

Episode Summary: We’re sticking with the theme of marine mammal conservation for the month of October – today’s conversation is with Tamyra Thomas, a volunteer from the Marine Mammal Center... Read more » The post EOC 005: The Importance of Volunteer Effort in Marine Mammal Conservation appeared first on Wild Lens.