S2E4: Whale Entanglements

Professor Viveka Ramel and I discuss the challenges of facing a poly-crisis, how to feel our feelings without becoming paralyzed, and how to harness our emotions into powerful action. This bonus, extended episode is a parting gift, as CKC will be on a break for several months as I sail part-way across the world. To follow that adventure, see my YouTube channel Artist At Law, "Sailing for Sustainability" playlist. But don't worry, I'm sure CKC will be back within a year!

Vera shares how the campaign to save sharks started, who is involved, and we gush over our love for sharks and fun facts. The time to act is now! Join us by checking out their website: CalltoActionforSharks.com

Louisa went to grad school after being an underwater photographer in Indonesia. She shares her MA thesis paper, unpacking the good and the concerning bits of the new High Seas Treaty through a PostHuman Feminist lens--which is much simpler than it sounds. Everything is connected and #weallneedmorefeminism

We chat about how the Nature Governance Agency works with businesses to create a seat for Nature on the Board and the inspiration that comes from having community. Join NGA in Wales this August to imagine new ways of representing Nature: https://www.naturegovernance.org/nature-being-immersion #nature #wales #natureontheboard #natureasadvisor #consciousgovernance #business #ecofriendlybusiness #partnerwithnature

We talk about how Ariella found her career in the Pacific Community, leaving her home in Italy where she studied law. Moving to the other side of the world, Ariella found a wonderful team at SPC and a workplace with policies that aligned with her values: creating law that reflects the context of the people, their culture, their values, and their ecosystem. Did you know Fiji has over 300 islands? Have you heard of community-based fishery management? Listen to learn more!

Alexandra Pimor provides a historical and philosophical background to Nature Conscious Governance, including the first time Europe engaged in conscious governance. The purpose is to live in harmony with our planet, each other, and ourselves. While this idea may sound abstract, examples from our own lives make these concepts more tangible and provide a therapeutic perspective on our own work, relationships, and our place on Earth. learn more about Nature Conscious Governance and the Dandelion Fellowship at earthlawcenter.org

Pooja Sharma, an environmental lawyer with the Keystone Species Alliance, chats with me about her journey from civil rights to environmental law, how all our struggles are connected, the importance of keystone species, and an exciting fellowship opportunity with KSA! Learn more about Keystone Species and their fellowship here: https://keystonespeciesalliance.org/keystone-species-fellowship/

Happy World Whale Day! Tara Brock, Pacific Council for OCEANA joins us to chat about Whale Entanglements and the various legal efforts to create a Whale Safe Ocean. View OCEANA's report on Whale Entanglements here: https://usa.oceana.org/reports/whale-safe-oceans-preventing-entanglements-us-west-coast/

Surfers for Climate is a nonprofit in Australia fighting to protect the ocean and address climate change adequately and equitably. This diverse group has enjoyed numerous successes that can inspire us all to take action, if not with them then at our local beach! Josh Kirkman, CEO of Surfers for Climate is my guest. Learn more about Surfers for Climate at their website: https://surfersforclimate.org.au/

Nina shares her journey into artivism, combining her lifelong love of the ocean with her art practice to make the world a better place. Learn more about her, invite her to speak in your classroom, and buy her award-winning children's books that both educate and empower kids in the face of environmental issues at her website: https://www.janinarossiter.com/