Ocean Protect Podcast

The health of our oceans is under major threat. Every fortnight, Brad Dalrymple (Environmental Engineer with Ocean Protect) hosts a variety of guests, including scientists, engineers, and activists – to discuss the key issues affecting the health of our oceans – and what can be done about it. This podcast is for anyone interested in learning more about the health of our oceans, the key pressures, and potential solutions. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general discussion purposes, and the views expressed by its hosts and guests are opinions only. Care has been taken in the preparation of this podcast, however no guarantee, representation or warranty is given or made as to the accuracy or completeness of the information conveyed. Listeners seeking information relevant to their own personal circumstances should seek independent advice as appropriate. To the maximum extent permitted at law, IES Stormwater Pty Ltd and its affiliates, and the hosts and guests of this podcast, exclude liabil

Ocean Protect Podcast is a science podcast hosted by Ocean Protect, with 203 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #3

  Dr Amelia Harry on the Plastic Exposure Reduction Transforms Health (PERTH) Trial

  Jun 21, 202642 minS8

  Dr Amelia Harry is an experienced Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Nutritionist, and plastics, diet & human health researcher. In this chat, we discuss the latest publication (in Nature Medicine) that Dr Amelia co-authored on the results of the Plastic Exposure Reduction Transforms Health (PERTH) Trial - which assessed phthalates and bisphenols in humans and what impact a change in diet had. We discuss the methodology, results (it's good news !!) and how you can minimise plastic ingestion in your own life (and why you should). Useful links: Dr Amelia on LinkedIn ( here ) eatsustainably.com.au Journal paper, Low-plastic diet and urinary levels of plastic-associated phthalates and bisphenols: the randomized controlled PERTH Trial ( here ) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Harry Maher on how much does bioretention cost ?

  Jun 7, 202643 minS8

  <p>Harry Maher is a Water Engineer at Optimal Stormwater, with several years experience in the stormwater industry in Australia as both a consultant and with Council. In this chat, we discuss Harry's recent study compiling and assessing "real world" life cycle cost data for bioretention systems in Australia, and how stormwater professionals and asset managers can reduce the costs of bioretention and improve their stormwater treatment function.</p><br><p>Useful links:</p>Harry on LinkedIn (here)Report, How much does bioretention cost? A review of life cycle costs for conventional bioretention systems in Australia  (here)<p><br></p><p >...

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  Cocaine salmon with Marcus Michelangeli

  May 24, 202644 minS8

  <p>Marcus Michelangeli is a lecturer at Griffith University, leading the Wildlife Behaviour & Ecotoxicology research group, focusing on how wildlife adapt to rapid environmental change, particularly in response to emerging threats from synthetic and psychoactive chemical contaminants. In this chat, we discuss recent research by Marcus and collaborators on the impact of cocaine on salmon behaviour.</p><br><p>Useful links:</p>Marcus on Linkedin (here)The Conversation article, Coked to the gills? Cocaine‑laced wastewater can make salmon roam twice as far in (here)Journal paper, Cocaine pollution alters the movement and space use of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) in...

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  Episode #19

  Justine Barrett on cleaning out the undergound garbage bins

  Dec 21, 202539 minS7

  <p>Justine Barrett Research Technician & iPhD Student with CSIRO's Marine Debris Team - currently researching how best to reduce the flow of litter into our oceans and waterways. In this chat, we discuss Justine's recent research compiling over 1300 audits of gross pollutant traps (GPTs) across Australia, the key barriers to cleaning out GPTs, and how to resolve these barriers - and ultimately better protect our oceans and waterways from stormwater pollution. </p><br><p>Useful links:</p>Justine on Linkedin (here)"Identifying and addressing challenges in gross pollutant trap maintenance: perspectives from the Australian stormwater industry", published in Marine Pollution...

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  Episode #18

  Kal Glanznig on youth, plastics, politics, & Rising Up for a better world

  Dec 7, 202545 minS7

  <p>Kal Glanznig is one of Australia’s leading youth ocean and climate champions, dedicated to helping build a generation of hopeful, action-driven environmental leaders. In this chat, we talk about his journey as a film-maker, ocean-advocate and getting elected to his local Council in the name of healthier oceans and waterways. Expect inspiration, a call to action, and a reminder that real change often begins with one local “first step”.</p><br><p>Useful links:</p>Kal Glanznig on Linkedin (here)Kal's website (here)Blue Minds (here)"Rising up" film on Water Bear (here)<p> </p><p>For further informa...

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