Upwell
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Upwell, a podcast from Only One featuring weekly interviews with entrepreneurs, advocates, and leaders working to protect and restore the ocean and the planet. See the full show notes at www.only.one/upwell
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Upwell episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Upwell for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Upwell episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
10/10/23 • 20 min
In this episode of Upwell, we chat with Pat Schnettler, Cofounder of 12 Tides, a company that makes climate-positive kelp chips — a healthy seaweed snack for both people and the planet.
In the conversation, we discuss sustainable aquaculture, regenerative farming, and the circular economy, diving into the future of the blossoming kelp industry and the benefits of ocean-friendly food systems.
10/17/23 • 24 min
In this episode of Upwell, we speak with renowned conservationist Kristine Tompkins, president and co-founder of Tompkins Conservation, an organization that has created millions of acres of national parks and protected countless species throughout South America.
In the conversation, we discuss the process and future of conservation, delve into what it means to "rewild" nature, and explore the importance of cross-sector climate action and community-driven conservation.
11/14/23 • 42 min
In this episode of Upwell, we speak with David Grossman, the founder and CEO of PanaSea, an aquaculture company based in Panama that established the first open-ocean sea cucumber hatchery in the Americas.
In the conversation, we consider the impact of sea cucumbers on marine ecosystems and their key role in ocean conservation, the rapidly scaling aquaculture sector and blue economy, and the importance of community-based approaches to sustainable commerce.
11/21/23 • 29 min
In this episode of Upwell, we speak with Sea Briganti, the founder and CEO of LOLIWARE, an award-winning materials technology company creating seaweed-based alternatives to single-use plastics.
In the conversation, we explore the technology behind seaweed-based straw and resin production, discuss how seaweed aquaculture can combat the petrochemical industry, and consider what lies ahead for the sustainable materials market as we move toward a plastic-free future.
11/08/22 • 33 min
In this episode of Upwell, we chat with Shawn Heinrichs, a photographer, conservationist, Emmy-winning cinematographer, and cofounder of Only One.
In the conversation, Shawn talks about what has driven his own passion of the ocean, his favorite moments in the water, how storytelling can advance critical conservation work, and the global campaign to protect requiem sharks.
You can find Shawn on Instagram and Facebook. For this week’s action, join the campaign to protect requiem sharks at CITES.
In this episode of Upwell, we chat with Nick Nuttall, co-presenter and director at We Don't Have Time and the former head of communications at the United Nations Environment Programme and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Nick is a global leader in climate communications and media who is working to elevate the dialogue to drive global action to address climate change.
In the conversation, we discuss announcements made at COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, how the global climate convenings have evolved over the years, opportunities and financing needed to accelerate progress towards reaching climate goals, and how to accelerate awareness and action.
You can find Nick on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. You can learn more about We Don’t Have Time on their website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.
11/29/22 • 32 min
In this episode of Upwell, we chat with Ian Urbina, founder and director of The Outlaw Ocean Project, author of The Outlaw Ocean, host of The Outlaw Ocean Podcast, and a long-time investigative reporter covering stories about human rights, environment and labor concerns at sea.
In the conversation, we discuss lawlessness at sea, the “maritime merry-go-round” that makes it hard to effectively prosecute crimes committed in the ocean, how overfishing is depleting the fish stocks of a small African country, and the investment of time and resources that goes into deep, investigative reporting.
You can find Ian on Twitter and Instagram, and learn more about The Outlaw Ocean Project on their website, YouTube, and their new podcast.
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02/21/23 • 23 min
In this episode of Upwell, we chat with Lindsay Crowder of Exposure Labs who reflects on the role of media in informing and inspiring audiences and how to translate that awareness into action.
We also discuss how Exposure Labs uses media to advance impact and support the next generation of storytellers through Climate Story Labs in the U.S. South.
03/14/23 • 33 min
In this episode of Upwell, we chat with Nik Mittal, the managing partner of Molecule Ventures, about the dynamics of carbon markets and how they are helping to transition the world to a net zero future.
In the conversation, we compare carbon markets across the United States and in Europe, how national legislation and funding from the Inflation Reduction Act will advance climate investments, and how innovations in technology and fuel sources are reducing carbon emissions.
You can find Nik on LinkedIn and Molecule Ventures on their website.
09/26/23 • 24 min
In this episode of Upwell, we chat with Leah Glass, technical advisor at Blue Ventures, an organization that supports coastal communities to rebuild fisheries and restore ocean life.
In the conversation, we dive into the world of community-led conservation and blue carbon restoration in Madagascar and around the world, discussing the complementary relationship between local knowledge and satellite monitoring tools, the sustainability of small-scale fisheries, and how to finance and advance nature-based solutions at scale.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Upwell have?
Upwell currently has 32 episodes available.
What topics does Upwell cover?
The podcast is about Media, Ocean, Climate, Environment, Earth Sciences, Nonprofit, Nature, Podcasts, Entrepreneurs and Science.
What is the most popular episode on Upwell?
The episode title 'Scaling coral reef restoration' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Upwell?
The average episode length on Upwell is 30 minutes.
How often are episodes of Upwell released?
Episodes of Upwell are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Upwell?
The first episode of Upwell was released on Oct 18, 2022.
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