Shellphone: An Ocean HQ Podcast

Ocean HQ
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The ocean is calling... Welcome to Shellphone, the podcast that gives the ocean its very own hotline! Dive in with our host, Harmony Dawson, and a wide array of guests to learn about marine science, education, and conservation–and discover ways we can all answer the ocean’s call.

  1. Jun 6

    EP 22: First Gen Ocean Gem with Cam Shaw

    We’re so back! This episode features Cameron Shaw (@camshaw_), your new favorite marine conservation educator, PhD candidate, and Florida summer inspiration. We talk about everything from ethical shelling and shark tooth hunting, to being a first-generation student and creating meaningful experiences for youth, to Robert Irwin on DWTS and Winter the Dolphin. Note: This episode was recorded in November 2025. @camshaw_ @shellphonepodcast @theoceanhq

    1h 3m

  2. 11/14/2025

    EP 21: The Coral Code with John Parkinson

    Welcome back to Shellphone! This episode, we are diving into a topic that has been at the top of our list for a long time...CORALS! We are joined by University of South Florida professor and coral researcher, John Parkinson, to talk all about what corals are, their symbiotic friends, and their somewhat similar research models: anemones. John's Website @shellphonepodcast @breachthesurface @coastalcreative.tv @choppingblocksoapco

    1h 13m

  3. 07/04/2025

    EP 20: Ocean Orchestras & Bioacoustics with Jessica Sportelli

    Welcome to Shellphone! This episode, we are hearing from Jessica Sportelli about her work as a marine bioacoustic scientist. You'll learn all about the types of sounds that dolphins and whales make, and how bioacoustics relates to predator-prey interactions and dolphin health. We also talk about the importance of education, accessibility in science, and collaborating with local and indigenous communities. @nmmfoundation @shellphonepodcast @breachthesurface @coastalcreative.tv @choppingblocksoapco

    48 min

  4. 06/07/2025

    EP 19: Microbes in Extreme Environments with Melody Lindsay

    This episode, we're hearing from Melody Lindsay about teeny tiny microbes, extreme environments...and space! She is a research scientist and our second Shellphone guest from Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences. Whether you were interested in microbes before or not, Melody shares some really awesome things that will reel you in. @bigelow_laboratory @shellphonepodcast @breachthesurface @coastalcreative.tv @choppingblocksoapco Thank you to Chopping Block Soap for sponsoring this episode of Shellphone! Try out some of our favorite soaps at choppingblocksoap.com for 20% off with the discount code mentioned in the episode!

    49 min

  5. 05/02/2025

    EP 18: Manta Ray Mysteries with Jessica Pate

    This episode, we're hearing from Jessica Pate from the Florida Manta Project! Jessica shares what she's learned about manta rays after piloting research on them in Florida, and what manta mysteries are still being solved. She also talks about her favorite part of this research...the field work! @floridamantagirl @marinemegafauna @shellphonepodcast @breachthesurface @coastalcreative.tv

    37 min

  6. 04/04/2025

    EP 17: Sharks, Corals, and Octopi with Dr. Erin Spencer

    This episode, we're hearing from Dr. Erin Spencer about her amazing world of marine science and communication. She talks about her hammerhead shark research, working with NatGeo, and writing children's books about topics like coral reefs and octopuses. @erintspencer Erin's Website @shellphonepodcast Breach's Website @coastalcreative.tv Note: Lionfish spines are sheathed, not serrated.

    51 min

  7. 03/08/2025

    EP 16: Shifting Tides with Alanna Kieffer

    This episode, we're hearing from Alanna Kieffer about Oregon's coastal ecosystem, the intertidal zone, and sustainable food systems. She hosts workshops focused on coastal exploration and foraging, through her business Shifting Tides. @shifting_tides_nw @shellphonepodcast @breachthesurface @coastalcreative.tv

    46 min

  8. 02/07/2025

    EP 15: Climate Fiction and Futures with Prof. Jo Huxster

    This episode, we’re hearing from Jo Huxster who you may also know as the Climate Convo Prof. She will share some key points about climate change and its impacts, some advice on how to have conversations about climate change, and how this topic has worked its way into fiction through movies and books. We take a look at two examples of climate fiction: The Day After Tomorrow (film) and Migrations (novel). @theclimateconvoprof @shellphonepodcast @breachthesurface @coastalcreative.tv

    1 hr
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The ocean is calling... Welcome to Shellphone, the podcast that gives the ocean its very own hotline! Dive in with our host, Harmony Dawson, and a wide array of guests to learn about marine science, education, and conservation–and discover ways we can all answer the ocean’s call.

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