Podcasts about southern resident

Headlines from the week of April 16, 2025    - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland ballet to open    - Orcas Chamber shifting gears for July 4th    - Newest J Pod calf, the fourth Southern Resident killer whale born in the last 12 months    - Help support local grassroots efforts at Kenya orphanage     - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log  

Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Janis Putelis, and Brody Henderson talk with Stephanie Raymond of Orca Network about the state of the Southern Resident pods, fish for a minute with Dan Johnson of Trout Unlimited, recount their top 3 biggest fish caught, and cast a magnet into the middle of NYC with James Kane of Let's Get Magnetic. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Connect with The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week… Southern Resident killer whale J-35 is in mourning after losing a days-old calf. And Amazon’s Return To Office mandate began Thursday, and it’s going to change a whole lot in Seattle. Author and blogger Geraldine DeRuiter and Your Last Meal host Rachel Belle are here to ring in the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frequent guest Monika Wieland Shields, co-founder and director of the Orca Behavior Institute, joins hosts Sara and Jeff for a recap of 2024 whale sightings, trends and observations. What stood out most is that there were a lot of whales in the Salish Sea in 2024. The episode covers the sightings trends for Southern Resident killer whales, Bigg's killer whales and humpbacks. We talk about numbers from tours with Maya's Legacy Whale Watching as well as the broader numbers collected by Orca Behavior Institute.  Monika, Sara and Jeff also share their predictions for 2025, and as usual, weave in and out of other whale topics along the way.  If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please share this with your friends, follow/subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and leave us feedback/reviews! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com.   Links from this episode: Orca Behavior Institute: https://www.orcabehaviorinstitute.org/ Maya's Legacy Whale Watching: https://sanjuanislandwhalewatch.com/

Emmy-winning journalist Alison Morrow was fired by Washington state authorities after she defied their orders to censor an interview with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty – an act he calls “a clear violation by a government employer of an employee's First Amendment free speech rights.” Reclaim The Net reports that with the “Silent Majority Foundation, Morrow has filed a lawsuit against the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and its top officials, citing wrongful termination.” “I was told I could never interview Dr Kheriaty (or anyone with ideas like his) ever again if I wanted to keep my job… when I refused, I was fired,” writes Alison. “And I would do it all over again.” Alison Morrow (AKA Alison Westover) is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and media analyst with over a decade of experience in television news. A former FOX News producer and environmental reporter for NBC Seattle (KING TV), she holds a Master of Divinity from Boston University specializing in Psychology & Counseling. Morrow has earned an Associated Press Award and the Sigma Delta Chi Award for Excellence in Journalism. She currently hosts podcasts focused on environmental issues and media analysis, particularly covering endangered Southern Resident killer whales. Find more at https://alisonmorrowmedia.com and follow her at https://x.com/alisonmorrowTV Pete Serrano is Director and General Counsel for Silent Majority Foundation. Learn more at https://silentmajorityfoundation.org Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson is a co-founder of Seraphina Therapeutics. She holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University, a Master of Public Health from Emory University, and completed a National Research Council Associateship with the Armed Forces Medical Intelligence Center. As a Technical Agent for DARPA and researcher with the U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program, she discovered C15:0's role in preventing Cellular Fragility Syndrome. This led her to co-found Seraphina Therapeutics, developing the fatty15 supplement. Find more at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors  • CAPSADYN - Get pain relief with the power of capsaicin from chili peppers – without the burning! Capsadyn's proprietary formulation for joint & muscle pain contains no NSAIDs, opioids, anesthetics, or steroids. Try it for 15% off at https://drdrew.com/capsadyn • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • CHECK GENETICS - Your DNA is the key to discovering the RIGHT medication for you. Escape the big pharma cycle and understand your genetic medication blueprint with pharmacogenetic testing. Save $200 with code DRDREW at https://drdrew.com/check • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello to you listening in the Great State of Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane WyzgaOrcas are an integral part of my life on Whidbey, in particular the Southern resident orcas pods. Our Langley Whale Center  celebrates and shares the lives of orcas, as well as gray whales, humpbacks, and other marine mammals of the Salish Sea. Volunteers regularly share sightings and soundings of this much loved and revered mammal iconic to the Salish Sea and the Pacific NorthwestI'm delighted to share a moving short film capturing the essence of Tribute to the Orca, an Indigenous-centered public event that took place during Orca Action Month (June 2024) at the Seattle Aquarium. The short film was produced by Se'Si'Le, an Indigenous-led nonprofit organization based in Bellingham who collaborated with Salish Sea and Northern Straits Native Nations and NGOs to host Tribute to the Orca.All Our Relations: Tribute to the Orca delivers powerful voices of regional Indigenous leaders delivering somber and urgent narratives. The short film highlights Indigenous communities' ancient kinship with orcas and salmon, and the importance of reciprocity in our relationship with our caretaker: Mother Nature. A special focus is on the Southern Resident orcas whose survival, like the survival of Indigenous lifeways here in the Pacific Northwest, depends on scha'enexw (the Salmon People). Click to watch on VIMEO   EPISODE NOTESLearn more here: Columbia Snake River CampaignQuestions to ponder to support your activism: Jay Julius, Se'Si'Le co-founder and board president, who spoke at the Tribute event, introduces the film: “I am a Lummi Indian, a fisherman, a father, and, like all my people, a relative of Sk'aliCh'elh (the Southern Resident Killer Whales). I am President of Se'Si'Le that helped make possible the June 12, 2024 Tribute to the Orca. This video is based on that gathering where Indigenous voices honored an obligation to our endangered relatives. We ask, ‘Who has the moral authority to permit their extinction?' We wonder, ‘What can be more grievous than watching the last of our relatives go under the waves for the last time?' The speakers at the gathering shared a sense of urgency and empathy, heartbreak and hope, anger, anguish, and a call for action. We ask you to take to heart their words and the suffering of these dear ones, and take action now in the spirit of right and respectful relations with the Creation.” - W'tot lhem (Jay Julius)CTA: After watching the film, please take the next step and act! Urge your policymakers to recommit to upholding treaty rights and support tribal leadership in developing comprehensive solutions in the Salish Sea and the Columbia-Snake River Basin to protect salmon and orcas from extinction. You're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. 

Episode 34 brings to the podcast a long overdue and special guest, the legendary Captain Jim Maya, to tell his stories, talk about his whale watching experience on the Salish Sea dating back to 1996, and the legacy he has created.  Captain Jim is an epic story teller, teacher, whale and wildlife enthusiast, and the ultimate connector. He has connected people around the world with whales, wildlife and sense of place found in the Salish Sea, including Jeff and Sara and many of the Maya's Legacy Whale Watching team.  Episode 34 begins by discussing these connections and moves on with Jim talking about making his big life change from being a high school teacher in California to starting a whale watch company in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. He talks about what is was like on the water when he first started, back in the day when superpods of Southern Resident killer whales were commonly seen all spring and summer and the changes that have taken place since his early days. Jim weaves in some of his great stories throughout the episode.   Links from this episode: Maya's Images: https://mayasimages.com/ Maya's Legacy Whale Watching: https://sanjuanislandwhalewatch.com/   Photos from this episode:

In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the significant return of the Southern Resident orca population, specifically L-Pod, to Penn Cove, Washington, after more than 50 years. This return is particularly poignant given the tragic history of the area, where in the 1970s, a brutal capture event took place. During this event, 80 orcas were corralled using bombs and boats, resulting in the deaths of five orcas and the capture of many others, including Tokite, also known as Lolita, who spent 50 years in captivity before passing away in 2023. The emotional response from the local community and researchers upon witnessing the orcas return to Penn Cove was captured in videos, marking a full-circle moment for a population that has faced significant trauma. While the reasons for their return remain unclear—whether it was due to food availability or exploration—the event symbolizes hope for the future of the critically endangered Southern Resident orcas, whose numbers have dwindled from around 150 individuals to just 71-73 today. Lewin emphasizes the importance of protecting the orcas' habitat and food sources, particularly their preferred prey, salmon, which has been declining due to various environmental factors. The episode highlights the resilience of these intelligent creatures and the joy of their return, serving as a reminder of the ongoing efforts needed to ensure their survival and recovery. Link to article: https://www.greenmatters.com/news/penn-cove-orca-capture U of Washington and Orcas: https://marinebiology.uw.edu/2022/10/13/from-detection-to-protection-orca-research-and-conservation/ Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Join your hosts, Jeff Friedman and Sara Shimazu, along with returning guests Monika Wieland Shields from the Orca Behavior Institute and Michael Weiss from the Center for Whale Research as they dive back into demystifying killer whales. The topics range from T109A3A's saga to Iberian orcas to Southern Resident killer whales being doofuses (per Michael) to T65A5 being a sexual genius (per Jeff). The conversation winds its way down some rabbit holes but touches on more topics that people brought up as feedback from part one as well as from the minds of four exhausted whale people during this late night conversation. We hope you enjoy!

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The southern resident killer whale, Tahlequah, gained global attention in 2018 for carrying her dead calf for over two weeks, highlighting the broader crisis facing her species. Guest: Dr. Rob Williams, Co-Founder and Chief Scientist at Oceans Initiative and Lead Author of the Study Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Lewin interviews Josh McInnes from the University of British Columbia about his groundbreaking research on killer whales. They discuss Josh's work on transient orca populations and the discovery of a potential new orca population in oceanic waters. Learn about Josh's background, including his experience working on whale watching boats and delivering lectures on orcas. Dive into the reasons behind Josh pursuing a master's degree and explore the fascinating world of orca research and conservation. Tune in for an insightful look at orcas and the exciting discoveries in marine science! Connect with Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-mcinnes-69236197/ Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube Discovery of a Potential New Oceanic Population of Killer Whales The podcast episode highlighted a significant observation regarding the potential discovery of a new oceanic population of killer whales. The observation dates back to 1997 when a large herd of female sperm whales was encountered 200 kilometers off the California coast. Renowned cytologist Bob Pittman observed these sperm whales being attacked by a group of 35 unknown killer whales, exhibiting cookie-cutter bite marks, indicating a unique and unidentified population. This initial observation led to further research into these unknown killer whales. Subsequent fieldwork off the California and Oregon coasts revealed more interactions with these mysterious killer whales that did not align with the typical descriptions of resident or transient killer whale populations in the area. These findings have sparked the development of a potential new oceanic population of killer whales. The significance of this discovery lies in shedding light on previously unknown or poorly understood killer whale populations. Understanding the presence and behavior of these new populations is crucial for conservation efforts and marine ecosystem management. By identifying and studying these unknown killer whales, researchers can gain insights into their ecological roles, interactions with other species, and potential threats they may face. This information is vital for developing targeted conservation strategies to protect these newly discovered populations and ensure the overall health of marine ecosystems. The designation of protective status for orcas in the state of Oregon, in addition to federal protection, is crucial for emphasizing the need for conservation efforts at both state and federal levels. State-level protection in Oregon signifies a proactive approach towards safeguarding the orca population within state waters, complementing existing federal protections. This dual protection ensures that orcas are safeguarded against various threats, including ship strikes, vessel noise, pollution, overfishing, and habitat degradation. The state-level protection in Oregon is particularly significant due to the state's unique role in providing essential habitat for orcas, such as the Columbia River Chinook salmon population, which is crucial for the Southern resident killer whales. By designating orcas as protected species within state waters, Oregon can enforce regulations and management strategies to mitigate threats and ensure the conservation of these iconic marine mammals. The collaboration between state and federal authorities in protecting orcas sets a precedent for effective conservation efforts that recognize the importance of addressing threats at multiple levels. By working together, state and federal agencies can coordinate conservation measures, share resources, and implement comprehensive strategies to protect orcas and their habitats. This integrated approach enhances the effectiveness of conservation initiatives and promotes the long-term sustainability of orca populations in Oregon and beyond. Overfishing: Josh mentions that overfishing is a significant threat to killer whales, especially for populations like the Southern Resident killer whales that rely heavily on Chinook salmon for their diet. Declining fish stocks due to overfishing can lead to food scarcity for killer whales, impacting their energetic and caloric intake. This highlights the importance of sustainable fishing practices and effective fisheries management to ensure an adequate food supply for killer whales. Vessel Noise: Another threat discussed during the interviewis vessel noise, which can disrupt the communication and hunting behaviors of killer whales. The increasing number of boats, including whale-watching vessels, can contribute to underwater noise pollution, affecting the ability of killer whales to navigate, communicate, and locate prey. Mitigation measures such as reducing vessel speed, implementing noise-reducing technologies, and establishing marine protected areas can help minimize the impact of vessel noise on killer whales. Pollution: Josh also mentions the presence of pollutants in killer whales, including new toxins from sources like wildfires. Pollution can accumulate in the blubber and bodies of killer whales, affecting their endocrine systems and overall health. Addressing pollution sources, implementing stricter regulations on chemical discharges, and promoting ecosystem health can help reduce the exposure of killer whales to harmful pollutants and ensure their well-being. Hatchery Salmon Quality: The quality of hatchery salmon is highlighted as a concern for killer whales, as hatchery fish may not provide the same nutritional value as wild salmon. If hatchery salmon outcompete wild salmon, killer whales may receive fewer nutrients from their primary food source, impacting their overall health and reproductive success. Ensuring the availability of high-quality wild salmon through habitat restoration, sustainable fisheries practices, and monitoring hatchery operations can support the dietary needs of killer whales. In conclusion, the various threats faced by killer whales, including overfishing, vessel noise, pollution, and hatchery salmon quality, underscore the need for comprehensive conservation strategies. These strategies should focus on sustainable fisheries management, reducing anthropogenic disturbances, addressing pollution sources, and promoting the health of marine ecosystems to safeguard the well-being of killer whale populations.

On Episode 25 of After the Breach Podcast, co-hosts Jeff and Sara welcome back their friend and colleague, Gary Sutton. Aside from being a captain in the Salish Sea he has also been working with OceanWise as a researcher and he joins in to talk about the research he's a part of and some exciting upcoming projects. Before they get into that the three discuss the Northern Resident killer whales, which are a salmon-eating population similar to the Southern Resident killer whales that are a frequent topic of conversation. This population spends most of their time in the waters off northern Vancouver Island and along the central coast of British Columbia and even up into Alaska. While they are not infrequent visitors to the most northern reaches of the Salish Sea, the past few weeks have found three matrilines of Northern Resident killer whales visiting the waters of Howe Sound, where Jeff, Sara, and Gary all got to see them. Gary shares some interesting foraging observations about his visit with the A23s, A25s, and A42s, while Jeff and Sara talk about their impromptu visit with them. For Jeff this was a reconnection with a whale that changed his life and for Sara this was her first visit with this ecotype. If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please share this with your friends, follow/subscribe, and leave us feedback/reviews! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com.   Links from this episode: Ocean Wise Research on Instagram Gary Sutton on Instagram Orcalab Photos from this episode: Northern Resident killer whales in Howe Sound, photo by Sara Shimazu   Northern Resident killer whales in Howe Sound, photo by Sara Shimazu   Northern Resident killer whales in Howe Sound, photo by Sara Shimazu   Northern Resident killer whales in Howe Sound, photo by Sara Shimazu   Northern Resident killer whales in Howe Sound, photo by Sara Shimazu   Northern Resident killer whale, A61 "Surge," photo by Jeff Friedman   Northern Resident killer whales in Howe Sound, photo by Jeff Friedman

Happy 2024! We are kicking the year off with a journal club (that you may have already heard if you are a patron of ours) on the paper “Harassment and killing of porpoises (“phocoenacide”) by fish-eating Southern Resident killer Whales (Orcinus orca)” by Giles et al, plus a handful of clips from our friends! Content […]

On this episode of After the Breach podcast, hosts Jeff Friedman and Sara Shimazu are joined by Monika Wieland Shields from Orca Behavior Institute to recap the season in numbers. We discuss sightings data for both Southern Resident killer whales (salmon eaters) and Bigg's killer whales (marine mammal eaters), and recap some incredible stories from our latest whale sightings around the San Juan Islands.  We jump right in talking about a recent November superpod with all members of the Southern Resident orca population and how sightings of superpods in the inland waters of the Salish Sea have changed over the last 20 years. We discuss in detail how the presence of Southern Residents in the Salish Sea and how they are seen more frequently from October - March than their historical peak season of April - September. We talk about how their old patterns have completely filpped and what this may mean. We also point out the confusion in the general public created by having a population we don't see as often as we used to, yet there are media stories of record numbers of killer whale sightings, due to the dramatic increase of Bigg's killer whale sightings. Our conversation transitions to the record setting number of Bigg's killer whale sightings and how each year since 2017 continues to break previous records. We talk about how much has changed in less than 10 years. Our conversation continues to some recent Bigg's sightings, including a Minke whale hunt, a steller sea lion hunt, and a once in a lifetime moment for Monika (you'll have to listen to the podcast to hear the story).  We conclude with another meet the matriline, this time with the T123s: Sydney (T123), Stanley (T123A), Lucky (T123C) and Darcy (T123D).     If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please share this with your friends, follow/subscribe, and leave us feedback/reviews! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com.   Links from this episode: Orca Behavior Institute Endangered Orcas, The Story of the Southern Residents, by Monika Wieland Shields  Active Pass, BC Video: Killer Whales Beached While Hunting Seals Photos from this episode: Photo by Sara Shimazu Photo by Sara Shimazu Photo by Sara Shimazu Photo by Sara Shimazu  

Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW) are fish eating killer whales. In particular, they are salmon eaters, with their preferred prey being Chinook salmon. But over the years they have been documented killing porpoises (often times young calves), but NOT eating them. This type of non-consumptive killing by predators is not unique in the animal kingdom, but the reason behind it varies by species - and sometimes we just don't know why they do it. Are there particular individuals, age classes, or sexes that do it? Is the behavior being transmitted throughout the popluation (evidence of social learning, and culture)? Is it for play, competition for prey, hunting practice, helping of an injured animal, or just fun? Join us as we discuss this paper that covers 45 years of data to try and answer these questions for SRKW and porpoises in the Salish Sea. Paper available here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/mms.13073

The Center for Whale Research (CWR) is dedicated to the study and conservation of the critically endangered Southern Resident killer whale population and also study the thriving Bigg's killer whale population. Joining us as our guests from CWR  are  Research Director, Dr. Michael Weiss, and Orca Survey Lead, Dave Ellifrit. We cover a variety of topics in our discussion, filled with lots of great stories. We being talking about the census work conducted by CWR as well as behavioral observations from drones to observe social interactions, networks and prey sharing behavior.  The discussion is full of fascinating stories, and we had to ask Dave to tell a few more stories, one about a legendary Bigg's killer whale hunt of a Minke whale, and a happy baby Southern Resident killer whale story.  With so many great stories, we will surely have these two back on a future episode. We finish our discussion talking about how the whales are so interdependent on each other and how social effects influence population trajectory. And of course we heard a few more topics interwoven into the conversation, from whales tossing their babies around to different body shapes, fat foreheads, and funny looking whales.  The episode concludes with our latest sightings, including the continuing saga of T65A5 and an update on Jack's summer camp, and our meet the matriline with the T18s. We have dates for our 2024 After the Breach Podcast Photo Workshop! Saturday August 24th and Sunday August 25th, 2024. You can sign up for both days or just one day. Email us or you can find details here.   We also have dates for our 2025 week-long charter to see the humpbacks of the Silver Bank, which will be February 15-22, 2025. Stay tuned for more details.  If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please follow/subscribe, leave us feedback/reviews and share with your friends! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com.   Links mentioned in this episode: Center for Whale Research: https://www.whaleresearch.com/ CWR New Vessel for Field Research: https://www.whaleresearch.com/post/new-vessel-will-open-up-new-opportunities-for-center-for-whale-research-fieldwork

Southern Resident killer whales are a lot like us. They have family meals, chat in different dialects, and sleep side by side. They even engage in an activity called sword fighting—which is exactly what it sounds like. One major difference? There are only 75 of these orcas alive today. This week, we're learning all about this remarkable endangered population, what they're really up to when they ram into boats, and what it'll take to protect them. Dr. Deborah Giles is one of the world's leading experts on the Southern Resident killer whales. Giles serves as the Research Director for Wild Orca, monitoring the Southern Resident killer whales' health through non-invasive sampling with Eba, her highly-trained scent detection dog. She is one of the principal voices calling for the recovery of these endangered orcas. You can follow Wild Orca on Instagram @wildorcaorg and Twitter @wildorcaorg. Eba the dog is on Instagram @eba_the_whale_dog. For more information, check out wildorca.org. Check out the orca chart that Dr. Giles references in the episode here. Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Find books from Getting Curious guests at bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our producer is Chris McClure. Our associate producer is Allison Weiss. Our engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Samantha Martinez, and Anne Currie. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is with a heavy heart that we share that Tokitae, a Southern Resident Orca held unjustly in captivity for 53 years, has passed away. To honor her memory, this week we are rebroadcasting our episode with Kurt Russo on the People Under the Sea, originally aired in October of 2018. This conversation explores the powerful memory held by Southern Resident orcas, the threats they face from vessel noise, chemical pollutants, and declining Chinook salmon population, the health of the Salish Sea, and the efforts of the Lummi Nation to return Sk'aliCh'elh-tenaut (also  known as Tokitae/Lolita), from where she was being held captive at Miami Seaquarium, to her natal waters in the Salish Sea. Tokitae's life ended while in captivity, but we hope that her memory may serve to inspire the fight for right-relationship and reciprocity with our more-than-human-kin. Kurt Russo is the executive director of Se'Si'Le, an Indigenous-led nonprofit dedicated to the perpetuation and practical application of Indigenous ancestral knowledge. Kurt has worked with Indigenous communities since 1978 in the areas of sacred site protection, Indigenous treaty rights, environmental cross-cultural conflict resolution, and the intertextualization of ways of knowing nature. He was co-Founder and Executive Director of the Florence R. Kluckhohn Center for the Study of Values and the Native American Land Conservancy, helped establish the International Indigenous Exchange Program (Northwest Indian College), the Sacred Lands Conservancy, and the Foundation for Indigenous Medicine. He has a BS in Forestry from the University of Montana, an MS in Forestry from the University of Washington, and a Ph.D. in History from the University of California (Riverside). He is a veteran and served in Vietnam where he worked with Montagnard Indigenous communities.Music by Monplaisir and Amoeba. Visit our website at forthewild.world for the full episode description, references, and action points.Support the show

KGMI's Jason Upton speaks with Howard Garrett, president and co-founder of the Orca Network and a long-time advocate of Tokitae's release. The Southern Resident orca died at the Miami Seaquarium on Friday, August 18, just months after it was announced that she'd be sent back to her home in the Puget Sound.

I had the honor and joy to sit down and talk with local writer Iris Graville about her newest book Writer in a Life Vest. Iris was the first ever writer-in-residence aboard the MV Tillikum, the inter-island ferry between several of the San Juan Islands in Washington state. Iris writes poetically about her experience, her writing process, the Salish Sea, the local Southern Resident killer whales, and hopes for the future. It's a terrific collection of essays, and a great way to wrap up World Oceans Month. If you are interested in learning more about the Washington State Ferry writer-in-residence program, contact Iris at https://irisgraville.com/ And if you have a special story you wish to share with others, next month is dedicated to zookeepers, so drop me a note at ZooFit to connect with me.

For decades, a wide range of man-made and environmental threats have endangered Southern Resident Orca—thinning the population in the Pacific Northwest to only 73. Today, they're looking directly at extinction.   The urgency of the orcas' plight cannot be overstated. While many agencies and organizations are working to save our orca through scientific research, mitigation programs, public policy initiatives, and political action, these efforts have fallen short and the orca simply can't wait. The show is about how each of us can help make a difference simply by NOT ordering a particular item off the menu.   In this 61st episode of the Animal Wellness podcast, host Joseph Grove talks with Emma Helverson and Joseph Gaydo. Helverson, executive director of Wild Fish Conservancy, in Washington, shares her organization's efforts to protect the Southern Resident orca from one of the many threats facing them—starvation. Gaydo, science director for the SeaDoc Society, talks about the complex personalities, culture and thinking exhibited by all orcas, including the Southern Resident, and how humans' nonchalance about their well-being is having a catastrophic impact.    The Animal Wellness podcast is produced by Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy. It focuses on improving the lives of animals in the United States and abroad through legislation and by influencing businesses to create a more humane economy. The show is hosted by veteran journalist and animal-advocate Joseph Grove. Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify and Podbean offer subscriptions to the free show.

Shari Tarantino is the executive director of the Orca Conservancy. The orca conservancy is a non-profit which aims to spread awareness as well as actively help to save the endangered Southern Resident killer whales and conserving the area that they call home. Shari talks about her experience working around the Southern Residents and fighting for their rights, as well as her thoughts on the proposed move of Lolita (Tokitae) to her 'home waters' of the Pacific Northwest. If you wish to donate to help save the Southern Residents from extinction then click the link below: https://www.orcaconservancy.org/?gclid=CjwKCAjw1YCkBhAOEiwA5aN4AeVIvgsW10TcOPIFpTdysHbXIP7zD8sYLZhz012yHPUDIzsOvopR7BoCzBQQAvD_BwE   If you wish to get involved with the fight to stop the relocation of Toki and improve her welfare where she is currently, then more information can be found here: https://www.truth4toki.com/  

Orcas ramming boats and chewing on rudders pierced the hull of a yacht near Spain last week. They've also brought down three vessels in the surrounding waters in the last year. Many experts are suggesting the killer whales could be playing. Others have wondered whether a matriarch named White Gladis could be teaching her pod the behaviour, following a traumatic incident with a ship. The internet, meanwhile, can't stop joking about the orcas taking revenge on humanity. If this is a case of psychological projection, it might be because orcas have reason to be mad at us. Today, Raincoast Conservation Foundation senior scientist Peter Ross tells us about the health of the orca population including the one we understand best, the Southern Resident killer whales near our west coast, and discusses why humans see so much of themselves in these neighbours. For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

In today's episode, Christine MacMillan speaks with Dr. Holly Fearnbach, Dr. Holly Fearnbach is the marine mammal research director of SR3, SeaLife Response, Rehabilitation and Research (www.sealifer3.org), a Seattle area non-profit dedicated to the welfare of marine wildlife in the Northeast Pacific. Holly gives advice to follow their career dreams and encourages us to advocate for what is right.For more than two decades, Holly has worked with government, NGO, and academic research groups on studies to support the conservation of whales and dolphins in US waters and internationally. Her research currently involves using individual-based data to study the demography and health of whale populations around the world. Dr. Fearnbach and her colleagues pioneered the use of remotely operated drones to non-invasively assess the health of free-ranging cetaceans and she currently uses both photographic mark-recapture and aerial photogrammetry to assess the status and health of killer whales in the North Pacific, with a focus on the endangered population of Southern Resident killer whales and killer whales in Antarctica.Have a Listen & SubscribeThe Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe to whatever app you use so that you don't miss out on future episodes.What did you think of the show?Let us know your thoughts by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Following up on our last episode where we discussed the low genetic diversity of Antarctic Type D killer whales, in this episode we chat about another recently published  genetics paper that focuses on killer whale populations in the Northeast Pacific, including Southern Resident, Northern Resident, Alaskan Resident, Offshore and Bigg's killer whales. Joining us for this discussion is returning guest Monika Wieland Shields, co-founder and director of Orca Behavior Institute.    But first we share some recent sighting stories because so much is happening on the water and we continue to see large groups of Bigg's killer whales in the area. Sara and Jeff ran an all day tour last weekend with Maya's Legacy Whale Watching and spent time with a group of 19 whales from several families, including the T036As, T049A1, T124As, T124C, T125A, T128, and the T065Bs, who had a new calf by her side.   There are so many young whales in the Bigg's population and on this particular encounter, over 25% of the whales were under the age of 3. We discuss the contrast between the number of Bigg's v Southern Resident killer whales under the age of 10 and how this is stunning when seen visually (see image under photos).   We also discuss a recent sea lion hunt right outside of Friday Harbor with the T018s with the T049As, and an interesting encounter with the T046s and T046Bs where T046 herself was not present.   We then turn the conversation to the recently published paper, "Inbreeding depression explains killer whale population dynamics." Monika leads the discussion about inbreeding depression, which is defined as reduced biological fitness that results from breeding between related individuals. The primary finding of the study is that both males and females are less likely to reach age 40 if they have a higher inbreeding coefficient. The Southern Resident killer whales lack of recovery is due, in part, to their lack of genetic diversity compared to the other populations in the Northeast Pacific, which have all been increasing in population. We discussed the role of the captures for marine parks and how this created a population bottleneck. We also discuss other factors hindering Southern Resident recovery and what can be done to address the factors that are within our control.   We also talk about some of the fascinating supplemental information in the paper, including updated paternity information and effective population sizes.   We conclude the episode by announcing our After the Breach Photo Workshop with Sara & Jeff. We will be holding the workshop on Saturday, September 23rd and Sunday, September 24th. You can sign up for one day or both. We will have all day tours (6-8 hours) each day, including catering, photography & whale ID tips, and a lot of fun. If you are interested please email us at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com.   If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please follow/subscribe, leave us feedback/reviews and share with your friends! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com. For complete show notes, links and photos, please visit our website: https://www.afterthebreachpodcast.com/e/episode-13-inbreeding-depression-and-killer-whales   Links mentioned in this episode: Orca Behavior Institute: https://orcabehaviorinstitute.org/ Maya's Legacy Whale Watching: https://sanjuanislandwhalewatch.com/ Inbreeding depression explains killer whale population dynamics: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41559-023-01995-0    Photos mentioned in this episode:   T065B with new calf T065B3. Photo by Sara Shimazu   T019B. Photo by Sara Shimazu

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep.K553: Miami Seaquarium to return oldest captive killer whale, Lolita, to her natural habitat Lolita, the 56-year-old killer whale, who has been living in captivity at the Miami Seaquarium in Florida for more than five decades, will be released back into her home waters in the Pacific Northwest within the next two years. The announcement was made by the aquarium on Thursday in partnership with the non-profit organization, Friends of Lolita. The NFL football team owner of the Indianapolis Colts, Jim Irsay, will fund the relocation of Lolita, also known as Tokitae or Toki, to the North Pacific Ocean. 56歲的虎鯨Lolita在佛羅里達州邁阿密海洋公園被囚禁了超過五十年，現在將在未來兩年內釋放回她在太平洋西北部的家鄉。這項消息是海洋公園與非營利組織Friends of Lolita於星期四宣布的。NFL足球隊印第安納波利斯小馬隊的老闆Jim Irsay將資助Lolita遷移回北太平洋的費用。 Lolita is a female Southern Resident killer whale and was one of the many orcas captured during the captivity programmes that occurred in the 1970s. These programmes led to the endangerment of the orca population, which was recognized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in 2005. Lolita group's capture led to the separation of many Southern Resident killer whales from their pods. However, Lolita has been living alone for over 40 years as her companion, Hugo, died in 1980. Lolita是一頭雌性南部原生虎鯨，是1970年代為數眾多被捕獲的虎鯨之一。在2005年，美國國家海洋和大氣管理局承認當年的捕捉計畫導致了虎鯨族群陷入瀕危。Lolita這一批虎鯨的捕獲導致許多南部原生虎鯨被迫與自己的族群分開。然而，自1980年她的同伴Hugo去世後，Lolita獨自生活了超過40年。 Experts have cautioned the release of Lolita back into the wild, considering her age and her long period of captivity, which could make it challenging for her to forage on her own. Consequently, the orca will likely spend her remaining days in a sea pen, where she can feel her 'home waters' and reconnect acoustically with her pod. Nonetheless, animal rights activists have continued to advocate for the release of the remaining Southern Resident orcas that are still in captivity. 專家們對Lolita回歸野外表示慎重，考慮到她的年齡和長期囚禁的情況，這可能會使她獨自覓食變得具有挑戰性。因此，這頭虎鯨可能會在一個海洋圈中度過其餘的日子，以便她可以感受到自己的“家鄉水域”並重新與自己的族群進行交流。儘管如此，動物保育人士仍在繼續呼籲釋放仍在囚禁中的南部原生虎鯨。 Lolita's relocation is a significant step towards freeing animals from captivity, and it is a symbolic victory, according to Jason Colby, an environmental historian and professor at the University of Victoria. He adds that it would be a great success if Lolita's release would encourage people to commit to ensuring that the orca family has a safe place to live. 邁阿密海洋公園宣布Lolita的退役是讓動物擺脫囚禁的重要一步，根據維多利亞大學的環境歷史學教授Jason Colby的說法，這是一個象徵性的勝利。他也聲明，如果Lolita的釋放可以鼓勵人們致力於確保虎鯨家族有一個安全的居住地，那將是一個極大的成功。 In 2021, Lolita's retirement was announced by the Seaquarium, and Eduardo Albor, the CEO of The Dolphin Company, praised animal rights activists and the Seaquarium team for working together towards the release of the captive killer whale. As the world anticipates Lolita's return to her natural habitat, the partnership between the Miami Seaquarium and Friends of Lolita will ensure that Lolita's journey back home is successful. 在2021年，海洋公園宣布了Lolita的退休，The Dolphin Company的執行長Eduardo Albor表揚了動保人士和海洋公園團隊同心協力釋放這隻被囚禁虎鯨的努力。隨著全球期待Lolita回歸其自然棲息地，邁阿密海洋公園和Friends of Lolita將合作確保Lolita回家的路平安順遂。 Powered by Firstory Hosting

Tokitae (Toki), or Lolita, is a Southern Resident killer whale (SRKW) that was taken as a 4 year old in 1970. She has been in captivity for 52 years at the Miami Seaquarium in a tank far too small (smaller than all guidelines set for captive orcas). For over 40 of those years she has been with no other orcas (sometimes she has a dolphin in her tank for company). There has been dedicated work for decades to get her released, and that possibility is actually on the horizon! The Dolphin Company (who recently bought the Seaquarium) retired her, and has entered into a binding contract with Friends of Lolita/Toki to release her back into her home waters. This is fantastic news, but there is still a lot of work to be done, and things that need to be considered. There are economic, ethical, social and biological factors that need to be considered in how this release will go, and what is ultimitely best for Toki. There are so many people that have come together to help this whale, and that is truly heartwarming. Vets, trainers, activists, native tribes, researchers, the public all want what is best for her. In this podcast we are not judging either side (keeping captive vs. release), but raising the various questions that we need to consider in this complicated, and emotional, situation in order to inform our decisions so that we do the best we can for Toki.

New genome sequencing reveals the reason behind Southern Resident killer whales' failure to thrive.

On this week's episode Dr Ashley Scarlett (Dr Scarlett Smash) has Rachel Aronson, "Quiet Sound" Program Director at Washington Maritime Blue to talk about their voluntary vessel slow down project in Puget Sound that they hope will help the endangered Southern Resident killer whales.

After a mother orca carries her dead calf for 17 days, two filmmakers spring into action, joining Indigenous leaders and scientists making a final attempt to protect the last 73 Southern Resident orcas from extinction. Today it's my huge pleasure to chat with one of those filmmakers, Gloria Pancrazi. Gloria is Director and Producer of Coextinction and with fellow director Elena Jean ... READ MORE The post Coextinction's Gloria Pancrazi and Why No Species Goes Extinct In Isolation. appeared first on Healthification.

Joining us as our guest, from Vancouver Island, is our friend Gary Sutton. Gary is a whale researcher with Ocean Wise Research and Bay Cetology. He is also a professional whale and wildlife guide. After recently returning from his field research season off northeast Vancouver Island and the central BC coast, Gary shares information about the focus of their research and tells some great stories about his time up there. The overarching goal of the research he is working on is to use photogrammetry to take photos and measure cranial fat deposits in Northern Resident killer whales and track changes over time to assess body condition and health. Gary talks about this research and what we can learn about whales using drones to take photos from above.  As we do with all of our guests, we asked Gary to share some memorable encounters from his field season. Gary tells some great stories about seeing bubble-net feeding humpbacks and the first documented sighting of some famous California Bigg's killer whales in the inland waters of BC.  We also discuss the latest sightings, including a new calf with the T37Bs and a rare winter Southern Resident killer whale superpod. We discuss how the Southern Residents are adapting to declines in their preferred prey availability and the changes we are seeing in their distribution and travel patterns. The episode concludes with an email from a listener in response to our discussions about humpbacks intervening in Bigg's killer whale predations on marine mammals. The email points out that hippos have been well documented to interrupt hunts on other animals as well.  If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please follow/subscribe, leave us feedback/reviews and share with your friends! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com. For complete show notes, links and photos, please visit our website: https://www.afterthebreachpodcast.com/e/episode-0-orca-research-stories-latest-sightings/   Links mentioned in this episode: Gary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gary_j27/ Ocean Wise Research on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceanwiseresearch/ Bay Cetology: https://baycetology.org/ Photos mentioned in this episode: New calf with T37B. Photo by Jeff Friedman

 This month on Conservation Starters, we're joined by Washington State Orca Recovery Coordinator, Tara Galuska. During this episode, we learn more about our local Southern Resident orca pods, why they are endangered, and why it's important that we protect them. Tara shares the threats that Southern Resident orcas face and what we can do in our daily lives to make a difference for this vital species! We also talk about our upcoming Orca Recovery Day volunteer event, happening on October 15th at Squaxin Park and how folks all over the west coast can get involved in recovery efforts. Tune in to learn more about Southern Resident Orca Whales and how you can be a part of the solution to protect our pods! Resources:www.orca.wa.gov www.thurstoncd.com/ORD - Orca Recovery Day in Thurston County -www.betterground.org/ord/ - Not located in Thurston County? Learn about Orca Recovery Day events in your neighborhood Orcasound - Orcasound connects your headphones to live hydrophones (underwater microphones), your ears to an ocean of sound. Orca Network - a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness of the Pacific Northwest whales.Questions about Orca Recovery Day? Contact Kiana Sinner, ksinner@thurstoncd.com

Free Willy. SeaWorld and Blackfish. Whale watching tours. People simply love orca whales. Unfortunately, this beloved species and many more are being harmed by the Navy's Growler jet program and Naval activities in the waters of Northwest Washington. Guest Bob Wilbur (he/him), the president of the Citizens of Ebey's Reserve (COER), tells us about how animals are impacted by these activities, and how the impacts are being downplayed and overlooked by the Navy. He also shares about COER's efforts to protect the endangered Southern Resident orca whale and marbled murrelet seabird.  Listen to learn how animals also fall victim to the Growler jets and how you can be part of the efforts to protect them.   Resources: Learn more about the Growler jets and how to take action at: www.SoundDefenseAlliance.org Citizens of Ebey's Reserve (COER) Learn more about the Marbled Murellet   Glossary Terms: Endangered species - A species of animal or plant that is seriously at risk of extinction. Threatened species - A plant or animal species perceived as likely, in the near future, to become endangered within all or much of its range. Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) - A government document that outlines the impact of a proposed project on its surrounding environment. In the United States, these statements are mandated by federal law for certain projects. Take - To harass, hunt, capture, or kill, or attempt to harass, hunt, capture, or kill any marine mammal. Minimum Viable Population Size - Ecological threshold that specifies the smallest number of individuals in a species or population capable of persisting at a specific statistical probability level for a predetermined amount of time. National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) - An act signed into law on January 1, 1970 that requires federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of their proposed actions prior to making decisions.   Nature sounds recorded in the Olympic National Park (Gordon Hempton, The Sound Tracker, Co-Founder Quiet Parks International) Hosted by Terra Huey and Caitlin Epstein Produced by Caitlin Epstein in partnership with the Sound Defense Alliance

Deborah Giles, science and research director at Wild Orca, explains how an oil spill off the Washington State coast could pose problems for the already struggling southern resident killer whales in the area.

Bigg's killer whales are a thriving population we see often in the inland waters of Washington state and British Columbia. In this episode we take a closer look into what we are learning about their fascinating culture and social dynamics. Joining us is return guest, Monika Wieland Shields, co-founder and director of Orca Behavior Institute. We discuss and highlight the differences between the two populations of orcas we see in the Salish Sea, the endangered fish-eating Southern Resident killer whales and the growing population of marine mammal-eating Bigg's killer whales. We discuss the primary cultural difference in their prey and also discuss at length the differences in how they socialize, family structure, vocalizations, and social dynamics.  We also discuss changes in each population's presence in the inland waters over the last decade and how Bigg's killer whales used to have a peak in their occurrence here but are now somewhere in the Salish Sea almost every day, often in multiple groups. We also talk about how their original names, Resident and Transient orcas, are no longer appropriate names. Fish-eating and mammal-eating is the ultimate description. We talk about how we are now learning the culture of Bigg's killer whales because of the increased frequency of sightings. We have far less history spending time with Biggs than the 40 years of observation of fish-eating orcas.  We discuss the interesting aspects of what we are learning. We also get into threats to the Bigg's population, specifically proposed pinniped culls. We talk about how regional wide culls could impede the Bigg's population, whereas targeted culls in very local areas may be less harmful.  We conclude this episode discussing recent sightings with the T37As, T2Cs, and T69s. If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please follow/subscribe, leave us feedback/reviews and share with your friends! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com. For complete show notes, links and photos, please visit our website: https://www.afterthebreachpodcast.com/e/episode-6-biggs-killer-whales/   Photos mentioned in this episode: T37As hunting along Protection Island. Photo by Sara Shimazu   T49A1 during a family reunion. Photo by Jeff Friedman   T2Cs. Photo by Sara Shimazu

The 2013 documentary Blackfish exposes the distress of killer whales kept in captivity and contrasts their lives with those of the wild orcas we see here in the Pacific Northwest. Joining us this week to talk about his involvement in the film is Dr Jeff Ventre, one of the former SeaWorld trainers featured Blackfish.  We discuss the origins of Jeff's involvement that can be traced back almost 15 years prior to the release of Blackfish, to 1995 while he was a senior trainer at SeaWorld, when he visited the Center for Whale Research on San Juan Island. There he began his friendships with Astrid van Ginneken, Dave Ellifrit and Ken Balcomb learning about the lives of wild killer whales versus captive orcas. After trainer Dawn Brancheau was killed by captive orca Tilikum in 2010, Jeff was interviewed by CNN and others, further drawing him into opportunities to expose the dangers of orca captivity. In our conversation, Jeff mentions the Outside Magazine feature article “The Killer in the Pool,” by Tim Zimmermann. Filmmaker Gabriela Coperthwaite read the article, which drew her into the story, and inspired her 2013 documentary. This also inspired “Superpod” gatherings of activists, authors, filmmakers and others on San Juan Island starting in 2011, where many of the interviews in the film were conducted. Jeff speaks about the release of the film and how they thought getting into the Sundance Film Festival would be the pinnacle, not knowing the film was about to be purchased by CNN and Magnolia. Jeff discusses what it was like to participate in the global release of the film and how it became a rallying cry for the animal justice movement and a model for other documentaries. Jeff also speaks with us about his most memorable experiences seeing iconic Southern Resident killer whales J1, “Ruffles,” and J2, “Granny.” These experiences radically altered his perspective and forever changed him. He took these experiences with him all the way forward to his participation in the film Blackfish. In the second half of this episode, captains, professional guides and podcast co-hosts Jeff and Sara discuss the latest whale sightings around the San Juan Islands from running tours with Maya's Legacy Whale Watching. We describe the scene with T65A3 and T49A2, recently referred to as “The Butcher Boys,” hunting in Active Pass amid ferry traffic. We also talk about a very rare visit from Bigg's killer whale T72, a first-time sighting for us. He has a distinctive curl at the top of his dorsal fin and spends most of his time in northern BC and Southeast Alaska. He came down to our area accompanied by the T34s and T37s, familiar whales in this region, who also spend time up in Southeast Alaska. We also discuss recent sightings of Southern Resident killer whales and a new calf in K pod.  If you are enjoying listening to our podcast, please follow/subscribe, leave us feedback/reviews and share with your friends! You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Please send us feedback or questions at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com. For complete show notes, links and photos, please visit our website: https://www.afterthebreachpodcast.com/e/blackfish/   Links mentioned in this episode: Jeff Ventre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffrey_ventre Blackfish Official Website: https://www.blackfishmovie.com/ Watch Blackfish on Amazon Analysis of Captive Orca Kasatka attacking Trainer Ken Peters: https://youtu.be/X03UrpOsvk8 CBS morning show interview with Jeff Ventre, Former SeaWorld trainer: Details of co-worker's death "horrific": https://youtu.be/hveQ3VRIlGQ  "The Killer in the Pool",  by Time Zimmermann, Outside Magazine: https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/environment/killer-pool/ Dorsal Fin Collapse in Captive Killer Whales Explained: https://youtu.be/awpAiyfTecg Death at Seaworld, by David Kirby: https://www.amazon.com/Death-SeaWorld-Killer-Whales-Captivity/dp/1250031257

It's the last week of Orca Awareness Month! We are celebrating Killer Whales this month by releasing mini episodes each week about the ecotypes off the coast of BC. Last but certainly not least: the Southern Resident Killer Whales! Show Notes: –Be Whale Wise -See a Blow Go Slow –Southern Resident Whale Tales –2022 Measures […]

Todays guest is GLORIA PANCRAZI one of the directors of the award winning documentary Coextinction. The movie is set to release this year in 2022 and is a MUST WATCH for everyone who loves the Orcas and the bioregion of the Pacific Northwest. The documentary movie Coextinction 94 min. long from Coexistence Films covers the story of a mother orca who carried her dead calf for 17 days, as well as the collapse of the ecosystem, injustices against Indigenous people and environmental threats. COEXTINCTION is a very personal story for Gloria. She grew up fascinated with orcas, watching every documentary, reading every book, and learning everything she could about this animal. When Gloria was 10 years old, she saw orcas for the first time off the coast of British Columbia. "It was clear then that I would spend my life working with them." Her early career was focused on how to help them in captivity, but she never would have imagined they'd be threatened in the wild as well. In 2017, upon learning the remaining 78 Southern Resident orcas were on the verge of extinction, she moved to a small island in the Salish Sea to monitor them, spending countless hours on the water studying their behavioral patterns. She has witnessed first hand how dire the situation was. "Through COEXTINCTION, I want people to learn from these orcas. They are incredibly emotionally intelligent beings who celebrate and grieve together. They have no home — they are each other's home. They work together through adversity and have learned how to coexist. They embody the interconnectedness we need to understand, and are intimately connected to the Indigenous communities we need to listen to." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/julian-guderley/support

Our guest today is an award-winning documentary filmmaker – We are here to talk about her most recent film CoExtinction the plight of our southern resident killer whales please welcome Elena Jean to IMPACT!   If you like what we are doing please like, share and subscribe to IMPACT   This episode sponsored by :   The Surfrider Foundation : dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's ocean, waves and beaches.  www.surfrider.org Marine Mammal rescue at the Vancouver Aquarium.   https://www.vanaqua.org/marine-mammal-rescue  TRUBEACH APP  Explore Beaches. Share Experiences. Protect Our Waters.  www.trubeach.co  The  Ocean Legacy -  Helping stop plastic waste from entering our ocean. www.oceanlegacy.ca Hollyhock -  dedicated to helping create a better future via education and personal sharing.  www.hollyhock.ca   Full Bio: Elena Jean is an award-winning filmmaker, content creator and creative entrepreneur. Her work centres around reconnecting with the wild and wellness, in the spirit of hope, beauty, ingenuity and adventure.  Elena is a co-founder of Coexistence Films, an impact production house dedicated to stories about interconnectedness and intelligent, bold and allied action for systemic change.    Impending extinction comes to a tipping point for one of the world's most iconic species — the Southern Resident killer whales. For two filmmakers, this crisis sparks a stunning journey across the Pacific Northwest. They join activists, scientists and Indigenous leaders, in an attempt to uncover corruption and stop injustice before it's too late.   Elena's home-base is in Tofino, British Columbia, within the traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, surrounded by the coastal rainforest and mountains of Vancouver Island. Elena is an avid adventurer, runner, surfer, certified diver and multi-faceted creative, with a lively sense of humour and insatiable curiousity. She's passionate about impactful stories and how they shape culture, as well as reconnecting with the wild and wellness.   Winner:  Rob Stewart Eco Warrior Award at VIFF   Coextinction is currently premiering and screening at festivals globally.  Follow us at @coextinctionfilm and subscribe below for action alerts!   www.coextinctionfilm.com www.about.me/elena.jean www.elenajean.com www.instagram.com/elena.jean   @coextinctionfilm @centerforwhaleresearch #wearetheorca #seashepardvancouver #marinemammalrescue @marinemammalrescue #robstewart #Ecowarrior @elena.jean #elena.jean @one.species #orcalabbc @orcalabbc @waterbearnetwork @documentary @#wearetheorca #seashepard #greenpeace #suzukifoundation @willgeorge36 @seashepardfrance @seashepard @gloriapancrazi @andrewluba @little.gypsea      

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Joining us as our guest this week is Monika Wieland Shields, co-founder and director of Orca Behavior Institute. In addition to talking with Monika about OBI's field research, we spoke about the two different ecotypes of killer whales we see in the waters around the San Juan Islands, the endangered fish-eating Southern Residents and the thriving marine mammal eating Bigg's (formerly known as Transients). We discussed the changing trends in sightings of each population in the area and what is driving these changes.  Monika also shared some information about OBI's new study about killer whales and vessels in the Salish Sea, offering a new perspective on factors influencing incident rates.  As we do on each episode we got into recent whale sightings around the San Juan Islands, including the fascinating, ongoing saga of young Bigg's killer whale T34A1 switching families.  Our next episode will drop on May 30th. If you would like to submit feedback or questions to us we might read a few submissions on the next episode. Email us at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com or message us on Instagram.   Links mentioned in this episode: Orca Behavior Institute Website Instagram Facebook YouTube SoundCloud Souhaut, Marie, and Monika W. Shields. 2021. “Stereotyped whistles in Southern Resident killer whales.” PeerJ 9:e12085 Killer whales and vessels in the Salish Sea: A new perspective on factors influencing incident rates Photos mentioned in this episode: Average days per month SRKWs and Bigg's killer whales are in the Salish Sea. Data compiled by the Orca Behavior Institute.   T34 matriline   T34A1 last sighting with family, August 22, 2021. Photo by Sara Hysong Shimazu, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching.   T34A1 with T36 and T36Bs, September 2021. Photo by Sara Hysong Shimazu, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching.     SRKW J41 as a calf 2005. Photo by Monika Wieland Shields.   SRKW J53 as a calf 2015. Photo by Jeff Friedman, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching. New SRKW calf J59, 2022. Photo by Sara Hysong Shimazu, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching.

We kicked off our first episode with an introduction to your hosts, Jeff and Sara, and the origins of “After the Breach.” We caught up with early 2022 encounters, beginning with Sara's amazing experience with Risso's dolphins, which are very rare in the inland waters of the Salish Sea. We discussed recent encounters with Bigg's killer whales, Southern Resident killer whales and humpbacks. We also described some of our all-time most memorable encounters and what we are looking forward to this season. Our next episode will drop on May 13th and will include guest Monika Weiland Shields, founder and director of Orca Behavior Institute. If you'd like to submit questions to hosts Jeff and Sara and/or our guest Monika for episode 2, you can email us at afterthebreachpodcast@gmail.com or message us on Instagram.   Links mentioned in this episode: Read more about Sara's amazing encounter with Risso's dolphins from her blog post. 70+ Bigg's Killer Whales Seen in Salish Sea Thursday, New Single-Day Record Naturalist, whale-watching guides astounded by humpback whale chasing after orcas in Salish Sea   Photos mentioned in this episode:   Risso's dolphins, rarely seen in the Salish Sea. Photo by Sara Shimazu, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching.   Sperm whale encounter from 2018. Photo by Jeff Friedman, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching.   Humpback whale "Valiant" with Bigg's killer whales. Photo by Ellie Sawyer, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching.   Bigg's killer whale T65B in 2019 throwing a Steller sealion pelt. Photo by Jeff Friedman, Maya's Legacy Whale Watching.

We are excited to talk with Casey Mclean the Executive Director and Veterinary Nurse for SR3! You may be surprised to find out, but until last year there was no hospital dedicated to treating marine mammals in the Pacific Northwest. Sick animals bigger than harbor seal pups had to be transferred to other hospitals, often in CA - a ride that an already stressed animal doesn't need to take. Casey worked for many years to change this, and in 2020 SR3 opened their hospital Des Moines, WA and have already treated many harbor seals, a sea turtle and a guadalupe fur seal. But they do more than just rehab: Responding to stranded or injured marine wildlife throughout the Pacific Northwest, including disentangling sea lions and whales from ocean trash and fishing gear. Rehabilitating sick and injured marine animals to give them a second chance at life in the wild. Researching the health of Southern Resident killer whales and other cetaceans (dolphins, whales and porpoise) to inform conservation efforts. Working with tribes and other local communities to support wildlife health and community involvement. Educating to reduce human-wildlife conflict to promote healthy marine wildlife and healthy human communities. Join us as we learn about Casey and how she came to this mission of helping the marine animals of the Salish Sea, about SR3 and the amazing work they are doing and why education is so important to this work. Learn more at: https://www.sealifer3.org/ and if you are able, help them continue their important work here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pacific-mammal-research/support

Checking in on endangered Southern Resident Killer whales with NOAA Fisheries scientist Dr. Megan Wallen.

Environmental artist, activist and teacher. Free-spirited surfer and voice for her beloved whales and dolphins, whom she's dubbed The Cetacean Nation. Oh, and skateboarding sensation on the famous Zephr ("Z-Boys") competition team from the mid-1970s in California. She's the one and only Peggy Oki, and we're thrilled to have her on the show in this exclusive interview. Peggy talks about her recent encounters with sperm whales in the Caribbean. She updates us on her dogged campaigning on behalf of Tokitae (Lolita), the Southern Resident orca who's been held captive in the Miami Seaquarium for the past 51 years. (We covered Tokitake's plight and the efforts to free her in Season 1, especially in the episode https://www.sentientplanetpodcast.com/episode/bringing-her-home-the-lummi-claim-to-a-captive-orca (Bringing Her Home: The Lummi Claim to a Captive Orca).) And she shares how the likes of Jacques Cousteau, Sir David Attenborough and Jane Goodall have inspired her life of advocacy for the ocean and the beings who call it home. Peggy's original artwork has been displayed in 21 one-woman exhibitions, 40 group exhibitions, and more than 80 private and commercial collections. She is the director of the Origami Whales Project – a curtain of tens of thousands of paper whales created to raise awareness about the death toll from modern commercial whaling. We talk about that, too! Calls to Action Here are three quick things you can do after listening: https://www.seaspiracy.org/ (Watch “Seaspiracy”) and join the movement to transform the world's oceans back to health. https://www.change.org/p/raise-your-voice-for-tokitae-lolita-letter-to-mr-conni-jonsson-chairperson-eqt-partners-ab/w?source_location=petition_nav (Sign Peggy's petition) to free Tokitae/Lolita, the captive Southern Resident orca in the Miami Seaquarium. (We covered Tokitae's plight in one of our first episodes, https://www.sentientplanetpodcast.com/episode/bringing-her-home-the-lummi-claim-to-a-captive-orca (Bringing Her Home: The Lummi Claim to a Captive Orca).) Learn more about Peggy and her ocean campaignshttp://www.peggyoki.com/activism/public-speaking ( on her website). Sentient Planet is an independent production created on the traditional land of the Nisqually Tribe in the Pacific Northwest, USA. Please consider https://www.patreon.com/sentientplanet (supporting our work on Patreon.) Thank you! Intro music: "The Spaces Between" by Scott Buckley. Interstitial music: "Tranquility" by https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/ (Stellardrone).

This week's episode is from the field! Susan interviews whale researcher Ken Balcomb. The interview takes place at Ken's Big Salmon Ranch property on the beautiful Elwha River, acquired to preserve a key salmon-spawning habitat that is vital to feeding J, K and L pods. Calls to Action: For more stories, photos and videos about the individual whales in the Southern Resident pods, as well as information on how to help them, visit the https://www.whaleresearch.com/ (Center for Whale Research) site. Support growing calls to https://damsense.org/ (breach the Lower Snake River Dams.) Read the Outside article about Ken (that Susan refers to in the episode) here: "https://www.outsideonline.com/2420681/end-watch-southern-resident-orcas (Is It Too Late for the Southern Resident Orcas?)" In North America, you can view wild orca on the West Coast, especially around the San Juan and Gulf Islands, in the summertime. Intro music: "The Spaces Between" by Scott Buckley. Interstitial music: "To the Great Beyond" by Stellardrone. Photo: Susan Woodward. Thanks to http://www.orcasound.net/ (OrcaSound) and Ocean Networks Canada for the audio clips of J, K and L pods and to BBC Sounds for ocean waves audio clips.

In honor of Earth Day, we dedicate the first ever Sentient Planet audio documentary to Sk'aliCh'elh-tenaut (also known as Tokitae and Lolita) – a wild Southern Resident orca confined to a tank in the Miami Seaquarium for the past 50 years – and to her indigenous relatives, who are working tirelessly to bring her home. This is their story. May humans wake up and end the captivity of cetaceans and all other caged and shackled sentient beings throughout our world. Call to Action: Join the campaign to free Tokitae and https://www.change.org/p/miami-seaquarium-free-endangered-orca-held-captive-at-miami-seaquarium-for-50-years (sign the petition here). Traditional music: The Blackhawks, “Lummi Nation Anthem, Survivors of the Great Flood,” led by singers Lawrence and Denise Solomon; Lawrence is chairman of the Lummi Nation. Music: “The Spaces Between,” by Scott Buckley. And love to Ocean Networks Canada for the L Pod recordings.

A² The Show - Ep 190 Feat. Alison Morrow Alison Morrow began her journalism career as a producer at FOX News Channel in New York City. She left news to complete a Master of Divinity degree at Boston University, specializing in Psychology & Counseling. Her return to news as a reporter took her to newsrooms in Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and Washington state. Alison most recently served as Environmental Reporter for KING TV, the NBC affiliate in Seattle. She is the recipient of two Emmy Awards, an Associated Press Award and the prestigious Sigma Delta Chi Award for Excellence in Journalism from the Society of Professional Journalists. She has worked with a wide range of clients from research biologists to non-profits to farmers and has conducted multiple media training workshops, both locally and internationally. Alison hosts a popular podcast detailing the plight of the endangered Southern Resident killer whales as well as a YouTube channel focused on media analysis and free speech issues. She is the wife of a USMC veteran, and the mom of a rescue pit bull and two horses. Follow the podcast hosts on social media: @a2theshow Hosts Ali Haejl @scoobz.mp4 Ali Al Shammari @freshprinceofmishref Social Media Ali Saeed @freelanceralisaeed alihaejl.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/a2theshow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/a2theshow/support

EPISODE NOTES:This week we sit down and speak with Teri about love, life and loss through the spectrum of DMB music. Bridget from season 1 breaks down the DMB history segment that covers 2011-2012 and our The Way I Heard It (TWIHI) song for the week is Ants Marching by Dr. Bob Fuson from season 2 and Where Are You Going by Sam and Jani from season 1.GUEST INFO & NOTES:Twitter. : Teribmtnurse26Instagram:twhitta1Facebook: Teresa Dudich WhittakerLeukemia and Lymphoma Societyhttps://www.lls.orgVote Americahttps://www.voteamerica.comFriendship Animal Leaguehttps://friendshipapl.org/Ohio pug rescuehttp://www.ohiopugrescue.com/The Trevor Projecthttps://www.thetrevorproject.orgAmerican Diabetes Associationhttps://www.diabetes.org/Wounded Warrior Projecthttps://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/The Pacific Crest Trailhttps://www.pcta.org/Center for Whale research - monitor the Orca pods in the PNW or known as The Southern Resident whales, who populations are now endangered.https://www.whaleresearch.com/Bessie's angels-Help young women who phase out of foster care in Cleveland.https://www.bessiesangels.org/Ankylosing Spondylitis- I suffer from this.. this has changed your world a lot from how I once knew it.https://spondylitis.org