Whale Scout Podcast

Whale Scout Podcast
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  • NATURAL SCIENCES

Learn more about Pacific Northwest whales and beyond from experts including scientists, book authors, resource managers, naturalists, and more!

Episodes

  1. 10/13/2021

    Scientists Respond to the Lone Beluga in Puget Sound

    In October 2021 sightings networks in Puget Sound such as Orca Network, have been buzzing with the bizarre sighting of a lone Beluga whale far from his or her family in Arctic homewaters. The whale has dazzled whale watchers on boats and from home viewing live helicopter footage from a news station. The beluga’s brilliant … Continue reading "Scientists Respond to the Lone Beluga in Puget Sound" The post Scientists Respond to the Lone Beluga in Puget Sound appeared first on Whale Scout.

    19 min

  2. 06/14/2021

    Spirits of the Coast: Indigenous Media Maker Nikki Sanchez Talks New Book

    Celebrating the theme of “We are Family” we’re taking a deep dive into the social interconnectedness of orcas and exploring concepts of culture both in the behavior of whales and our own diverse relationships with the species. This year we’ll be reading the National Geographic magazine “Secrets of the Whales” edition and “Spirits of the … Continue reading "Spirits of the Coast: Indigenous Media Maker Nikki Sanchez Talks New Book" The post Spirits of the Coast: Indigenous Media Maker Nikki Sanchez Talks New Book appeared first on Whale Scout.

    34 min

  3. 06/06/2021

    Orca Culture: Dr. John Ford Shares His Experiences Studying Whales

    The recently published National Geographic series Secrets of the Whales takes a deep dive into the cultural lives of whales. On this episode we learn about culture in Pacific Northwest killer whales (orcas) from Dr. John Ford from his 40+ years of experience. What exactly is culture in animals? Why is it such a contentious … Continue reading "Orca Culture: Dr. John Ford Shares His Experiences Studying Whales" The post Orca Culture: Dr. John Ford Shares His Experiences Studying Whales appeared first on Whale Scout.

    17 min

  4. 05/30/2021

    Orca Action Month Special Preview with Amanda Colbert!

    June is Orca Action Month in the Pacific Northwest! Amanda Colbert joins the podcast to give listeners a preview of what’s to come. Here’s a hint: orca-tastic events both online and in-person for the whole family! Learn how to craft a letter to policy-makers, join an art class or trash pick-up, plus SO MUCH MORE … Continue reading "Orca Action Month Special Preview with Amanda Colbert!" The post Orca Action Month Special Preview with Amanda Colbert! appeared first on Whale Scout.

    17 min

  5. 05/17/2021

    SeaDoc’s New Podcast Shares the Orcas’ Stories

    The SeaDoc Society recently launched a new podcast called, Pod of Orcas: Saving Southern Resident Killer Whales. On this episode we talk with Justin Cox, SeaDoc Communications and Marketing Manager about the podcast, how it came about, and how it aims to make a difference for endangered Southern Resident killer whales. To be explored similar … Continue reading "SeaDoc’s New Podcast Shares the Orcas’ Stories" The post SeaDoc’s New Podcast Shares the Orcas’ Stories appeared first on Whale Scout.

    22 min

  6. 04/11/2021

    Secrets of the Whales with National Geographic Explorer and Photographer Brian Skerry

    Dive deep into the world of whales with Secrets of the Whales. On this episode of the Whale Scout podcast we talk with Brian Skerry, National Geographic Explorer and Photographer, about a three-year project uncovering stories of whale culture. The Disney+ original series Secrets of the Whales, from National Geographic, premieres Earth Day, April 22. … Continue reading "Secrets of the Whales with National Geographic Explorer and Photographer Brian Skerry" The post Secrets of the Whales with National Geographic Explorer and Photographer Brian Skerry appeared first on Whale Scout.

    26 min

  7. 03/27/2021

    New Book, Not on My Watch – Interview with author Alexandra Morton

    Alexandra Morton, an orca communication and behavior scientist turned salmon activist, returns to the Whale Scout podcast to discuss her just-released new book, “Not on My Watch: How A Renegade Whale Biologist Took On Governments and Industry To Save Wild Salmon.” An engaging speaker and storyteller, Alexandra shares the emotional, dynamic ongoing struggle to remove … Continue reading "New Book, Not on My Watch – Interview with author Alexandra Morton" The post New Book, Not on My Watch – Interview with author Alexandra Morton appeared first on Whale Scout.

    30 min

  8. 03/08/2021

    A New, Damless, Vision for the Lower Snake River and Columbia Basin

    Executive Director of Save Our Wild Salmon Coalition, Joseph Bogaard, shares promising news about the future of the Columbia Basin and lower Snake River dams. Idaho Republican Congressman Mike Simpson has proposed a plan to recover salmon with a free-flowing Snake River and ensure the prosperity of regional communities. As of today, the plan would … Continue reading "A New, Damless, Vision for the Lower Snake River and Columbia Basin" The post A New, Damless, Vision for the Lower Snake River and Columbia Basin appeared first on Whale Scout.

    46 min

  9. 02/13/2021

    Let’s Talk Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales with Colleen Weiler from WDC

    On this podcast we typically closely follow the story of the Southern Resident killer whales, but on this episode we talk with our friend Colleen Weiler from Whale and Dolphin Conservation about her work on North Atlantic Right whales. Join us on a trip to the Atlantic Ocean to learn about these large baleen whales, … Continue reading "Let’s Talk Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales with Colleen Weiler from WDC" The post Let’s Talk Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales with Colleen Weiler from WDC appeared first on Whale Scout.

    29 min

  10. 01/23/2021

    Sound Action’s New Underwater Orca Camera – Amy Carey

    Learn all about Sound Action’s new project – an underwater camera! This video and audio live-stream will hopefully capture orcas at a popular whale watching spot, Point Robinson, which is also an aquatic reserve in south Puget Sound. Executive Director, Amy Carey shares her personal story coming to protect endangered orcas and the work that … Continue reading "Sound Action’s New Underwater Orca Camera – Amy Carey" The post Sound Action’s New Underwater Orca Camera – Amy Carey appeared first on Whale Scout.

    24 min
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About

Learn more about Pacific Northwest whales and beyond from experts including scientists, book authors, resource managers, naturalists, and more!

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  • Creator
    Whale Scout Podcast
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2021
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Whale Scout Podcast