TED Talks
Mark Tercek: An ingenious proposal for scaling up marine protection
Island and coastal nations need to protect their waters to keep the oceans healthy. But they often have lots of debt and aren't able to prioritize ocean conservation over other needs. Mark Tercek and his team at The Nature Conservancy...
Curated Video
Fishing Entrepreneurs: How Small-Scale Fisheries are Adapting Sales to Survive
Learn about the challenges small-scale fishers face when their high-quality fish gets lost in the mass market dominated by industrial catches. This video also delves into the inefficiencies and environmental costs of the global seafood...
Curated Video
How Industrial Trawling Spurred Marine Conservation Efforts
Hear from a small-scale fisherman who has been using rod and reel fishing methods in Kodiak, Alaska since 1983 and from a marine conservationist. The explain the sustainability of jig boat fishing compared to industrial methods, which...
Curated Video
Balancing the Scales: Small-Scale Fisheries Fight for Transparency and Sustainability
While communities like Port Orford work to find a balance between fishing and conservation, deceptive labeling has become a prevalent issue in the industry. Mislabeling, often due to fraud, undermines the value of small-scale fishers who...
Curated Video
Small Fishing Communities Advocate, Adapt to Survive
Small fishing communities are fighting to keep their livelihoods in the face of growing corporate control and restrictive policies. Fishermen like Tim Rider struggle against the consolidation of quotas and landlord figures who take a...
Curated Video
Preserving the Halibut Population and a Family Business
Meet a family deeply rooted in halibut fishing and learn how their work and their lives have changed in recent decades. Nora recounts her upbringing on longline boats and the demanding, rewarding nature of the work. Her father, Matt, has...
Curated Video
Struggle to Sustain the Halibut Population in the Bering Sea
St. Paul Island, a small fishing community in the Bering Sea, relies heavily on halibut stocks, is struggling as fish trawlers damage the halibut supply. As these industrial boats trawl for various types of fish, they often unintentially...
Curated Video
The Last Man Fishing
For decades, large-scale ndustrialization and privatization of the fishing industry has been threatening the livelihood of small-scale fishers from Alaska to New England. Learn how powerful industrial fishing operations are changing life...
Wonderscape
Taking Action to Protect Our Oceans from Climate Change
Explore actionable steps individuals and communities can take to mitigate the impact of climate change on our oceans. Learn about reducing personal carbon footprints, advocating for environmental policies, and supporting communities...
Wonderscape
Understanding the Threat of Gulf Stream Collapse and Climate Change on Oceans
Explore the significant impact of climate change on ocean currents and ecosystems, focusing on the potential collapse of the Gulf Stream and its implications. Learn about the broader effects of climate change on coral reefs, fish...
Great Big Story
Encountering giants, Anuar Patjane and the 'Whale Whisperer'
Dive into the captivating world of Anuar Patjane, the photographer behind 'Whale Whisperer,' as he shares his profound connections with whales in the deep ocean.
Great Big Story
Exploring the redwoods of the ocean, California's kelp forests
Journey into the depths of California's kelp forests, the towering underwater ecosystems facing the challenges of climate change.
Great Big Story
The Brave - A New Series From Great Big Story
Join the fight against the climate crisis with our inspiring documentary, where a passionate individual takes matters into their own hands. Witness the urgency as they address the lack of action on the global stage and embark on a...
Wonderscape
Octopus Species of the World
This video takes a deep dive into the diverse world of octopus species, ranging from the commonly studied Octopus vulgaris to the unique characteristics of species like the California Two Spot, Caribbean Reef, and Dumbo octopuses. It...
Wonderscape
Science Kids: Plastic and Chemical Pollution in Oceans
This video discusses the significant sources of pollution in our oceans, focusing on the impact of chemical waste and plastic pollution. It highlights the consequences of pollution on marine life, human health, and the environment. The...