Partners of Commercial Fishermen

Megan Waldrep
Partners of Commercial Fishermen

Welcome to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast! Join us as we share real-life experiences, learn about the industry’s nuances, laugh, vent, and trade stories to go behind the scenes in this incredibly unique way of life. For more resources, visit pocfpride.com.

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    Pt 2: Go From Disinformation Overload to Honest Data-Driven Studies to Help Your Mental Health and Fishery w/ Journalist and International Media Analyst Gabriela Capestany

    Part 2 of our Juicy Chat!  Looking out for our mental wellness takes many forms, and communication and the information we receive daily are huge parts of that.  As many know, communication is a major problem for POCFs when connecting with their fishermen at sea. Yet it is also a major challenge for fishing communities, scientists, environmentalists, government officials, and academics to understand each other's goals. This is where our next guest comes in. Gabriela Capestany is a journalist and media analyst based in Charleston, SC, with a diverse journalistic background, including acting as a media advisor for the US military and NATO members at United States European Command USEUCOM. One of her gifts is making abstract and complex subjects relatable, making sense of information online, communicating between industry, science, and audiences, and sifting through information online and on social media. Want to learn how to overcome disinformation overload and produce honest, data-driven studies that can help your mental health and Fishing? Let's Dive In!   Show Resources:  Connect with Gabi on IG: @gabilovescheese  Groundnews App - to decipher unbiased and biased news sources on topics important to you and your fishery.   Hey, POCFs - Let's Connect! > [Hang] with Megan on IG at @megan.waldrep > [Chat] If you're seeking real-time support from people who understand what you're going through OR are curious about what's going on in other fisheries and how they are handling it, we got you! Our lively group text chat allows you to connect immediately and anytime you need us. Sound fun?  Click here to learn more about the private chat!

    42 min
  2. 8 JANV.

    Pt 1: Go From Disinformation Overload to Honest Data Studies to Help Your Mental Health and Fishery w/ Journalist and International Media Analyst Gabriela Capestany

    Looking out for our mental wellness takes many forms, and communication and the information we receive daily are huge parts of that.  As many know, communication is a major problem for POCFs when connecting with their fishermen at sea. Yet it is also a major challenge for fishing communities, scientists, environmentalists, government officials, and academics to understand each other's goals. This is where our next guest comes in. Gabriela Capestany is a journalist and media analyst based in Charleston, SC, with a diverse journalistic background, including acting as a media advisor for the US military and NATO members at United States European Command USEUCOM. One of her gifts is making abstract and complex subjects relatable, making sense of information online, communicating between industry, science, and audiences, and sifting through information online and on social media. Want to learn how to overcome disinformation overload and produce honest, data-driven studies that can help your mental health and Fishing? Let's Dive In!   Show Resources:  Connect with Gabi on IG: @gabilovescheese  Groundnews App - to decipher unbiased and biased news sources on topics important to you and your fishery.   Hey, POCFs - Let's Connect! > [Hang] with Megan on IG at @megan.waldrep > [Chat] If you're seeking real-time support from people who understand what you're going through OR are curious about what's going on in other fisheries and how they are handling it, we got you! Our lively group text chat allows you to connect immediately and anytime you need us. Sound fun?  Click here to learn more about the private chat!

    46 min
  3. 11/12/2024

    Sobriety Story Pt 2: Answering Qs from Our Community About Quitting Alcohol and My Journey with Weed (I Didn't Think I'd Talk About, But Let's Get Into It!)

    In Part 2, I answer questions from our IG community by sharing intimate stories about my sobriety journey from alcohol and marijuana. We also discuss: The transformative power of the mind in overcoming addiction. (Including weed, which I discuss in more detail than planned. Let's get into it!) The challenges of breaking habits, the prevalence of alcohol consumption in society, and the various non-alcoholic beverage options available for those who choose to quit or reduce their alcohol intake. Several memoirs about addiction helped me understand my journey through the experiences of others and ways to navigate a sober lifestyle.  Let’s Dive in! Show Resources: Joe Dispenza - Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself Sobriety Journey Part 1: on Apple & Spotify   If you find yourself challenged, you are not alone! Here are ways to find support: Talk to family or friends you can trust who lead a sober life. Search for sober accounts on social media (they are out there!) There are apps for that:  Sunnyside (tracks time sober, money saved, and motivational quotes)  I Am Sober (same as above)  Sober Time (counts days sober and an option to join a community) AA Speakers To Go (stories from AA speakers) NA To Go (stories from NA speakers) Alcoholics Annonymous: www.aa.org Narcotics Annonymous: www.na.org  Addiction is widespread in the commercial fishing industry and, basically, everywhere. If your partner or a loved one is suffering and you feel stuck, Al-Anon is an excellent option for family support: www.al-anon.org.  If you’re feeling distressed or having thoughts of suicide or severe depression, you can call 988 in the US or visit 988lifeline.org. The line is open 24/7 and completely anonymous.   For international assistance, visit https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines and choose your country to receive guidance and support.    Exclusive Offers for POCFs! > JOIN OUR EPIC GROUP CHAT! If you want to talk with others who understand what you're going through or are curious about what's happening in other fisheries and how they handle it, we've got you! Our lively group text chat lets you connect immediately, and anytime you need us. Sound fun? Click here to learn more about the private chat!

    1 h 4 min
  4. 04/12/2024

    Oysters, Advocacy, and How a Commercial Fisherman Started an Organization to Keep Fishing and Help Save Coastlines with Bonnie Mitchell of NC Coast

    This organization was *founded by a commercial fisherman* who wanted to keep fishing and has since grown into an initiative that helps sustain the North Carolina coastline. This perfectly reflects our fishing families, who have a shared passion for caring for our oceans. And when you connect with others in this space, it can be a real eye-opener on what we’re all experiencing individually to maintain and make positive changes for our coastlines and coastal communities. Our goals may be the same, but our challenges differ. Yet, we can learn from one another how to overcome.  Today, I’m speaking with Bonnie Mitchell, the Coastal Education Coordinator for the North Carolina Coastal Federation, known as NCCoast. In this episode, we discuss: What environmental conservation and education can look like and how Partners and fishing communities can implement it locally. We highlight the oyster farming in North Carolina, how it preserves our coastlines, and the North Carolina Oyster Trail (the “Napa Valley” of oysters!). The challenges of advocating for environmental issues and solutions to make our messages heard to help sustain our fishing communities. How to keep mental health intact when dealing with big issues like advocacy. Let’s Dive In! *Correction: NC Coastal Federation was founded by a recreational fisherman, not a commercial fisherman (my mistake!). You can learn more about Todd Miller, Founder and Senior Advisor to the Executive Director, here!  Show Resources: North Carolina Coastal Federation website: https://www.nccoast.org/ IG: @nccoastalfed  IG: @ncoystertrail  #NCOysterMonth #NCOysters #GiveAShuck #KeepShuckin Connect with Megan: pocfpride.com @megan.waldrep The ultimate gift to yourself: Instant connection with other Partners of Commercial Fishermen for the price of a large latte. Meet your new friends here: Enter our Private Group Chat.

    1 h 21 min
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Welcome to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast! Join us as we share real-life experiences, learn about the industry’s nuances, laugh, vent, and trade stories to go behind the scenes in this incredibly unique way of life. For more resources, visit pocfpride.com.

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