Raincoast Radio

Join us for stories and conversations with the scientists and conservationists who investigate to understand coastal species and processes; inform by bringing science to decision-makers and communities; and inspire action to protect wildlife and wildlife habitats.

Raincoast Radio is a science podcast hosted by Raincoast Conservation Foundation, with 19 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.

Raincoast Conservation Foundation hosts Raincoast Radio, a science show with 19 episodes published.

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  Episode #15

  Drones, science communication, and changing roles with Auston Chhor

  Nov 12, 202540 minS0

  <p>For the finale of this season “More than a fish”, we’re switching it up! The roles are reversed – host Auston Chhor is interviewed by our podcast producer, Sofia Osborne, and is put in the hot seat to ponder some of the complex questions he’s thrown at guests throughout the previous episodes. </p><p><br></p><p>Auston is a Salmon Habitat Biologist for Raincoast’s wild salmon program, and a Registered Professional Biologist. He received a BSc in Biology from Queen’s University and went on to complete a Master’s of Science at Carleton University under Dr. Steven Cooke...

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  Episode #14

  The journey upstream as a student with Arielle Koenig, Pacific Salmon Ecology and Conservation Lab

  Nov 4, 202547 minS0

  <p>We’ve heard from experienced professionals with years of experience, but what about the next generation of those wading the rivers and asking the research questions? </p><p><br></p><p>In the previous episode of “More than a fish”, we dove into early career exploration in biology and conservation, and Jason Hwang provided some enlightening insight into what those flipping through resumes may look for. But we want this season to be as widespread and all-encompassing as the animal that inspired it — Pacific salmon — so if you’re a student, or considering graduate school, we hope this episode will serve as...

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  Episode #13

  Careers in conservation with Jason Hwang, Pacific Salmon Foundation

  Oct 28, 20251h 4mS0

  <p>Are you a student or someone wanting to break into the environmental career sector? A 20- or 30-something grappling with the question of getting your master’s? This is the episode for you!</p><p><br></p><p>In this installment of “More than a fish”, host Auston Chhor sits down with Jason Hwang, Chief Program Officer and Vice President Salmon with Pacific Salmon Foundation. He is also joining the selection committee for the 2025 Raincoast Ocean Science Awards, happening on November 20th at the Vancouver Aquarium. Jason began as a habitat biologist at Fisheries and Oceans Canada for the BC Int...

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  Episode #12

  Enriching relationships with watersheds and people, with Redd Fish Restoration Society’s Jessica Hutchinson

  Oct 21, 202555 minS0

  <p>You’ve heard the saying before: “let nature do its thing.” But if someone kicked the crap out of your friend, would you step back to let them heal? Or rush them to a hospital? And if they were bleeding, would a bandage suffice? Or would you want to find the source?</p><p><br></p><p>This may seem like a far cry from the subject of salmon, but it’s not — this is exactly what process restoration is, and a big part of guest Jessica Hutchinson’s work. Jessica is a restoration biologist and Executive Director of Redd Fish Re...

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  Episode #11

  Communicating the “why care?”, the importance of listening and community empowerment with Tom Rutherford

  Oct 7, 202557 minS0

  <p>In this episode, host Auston Chhor sits down with Tom Rutherford, Executive Director of the Cowichan Watershed Board. Tom has been involved in building partnerships to support community empowerment for salmon and watershed sustainability over nearly 40 years. Over the course of a long career with Fisheries and Oceans Canada and working with Living Rivers / British Columbia Conservation Foundation, Tom has evolved into a talented science communicator.</p><p><br></p><p>What even is a watershed board? This is the question Auston first asks Tom, getting the conversation flowing into how the practice of opening ears can open minds...

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