Kraken's ocean inspiration

Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat to Amanda Leland, the Executive Director of the Environmental Defense Fund (www.edf.org). They talk about the vital work of EDF, and how Amanda became their Director. they also chat about Amanda's new book  "Sea Change: Unlikely Allies and a Success Story of Oceanic Proportions" (available from: https://www.edf.org/sea-change) Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat about Kraken's childhood, and what was it that inspired him to become a marine biologist. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. It's the Gasparilla pirate festival in Tampa, and Dr Smash and Dr Kraken talk about the history of two of the most famous pirates: Mary Read and Anne Bonney. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. The recent cold weather has been chilly for humans, but it has been even worse for some of our marine life. Find out why cold winters are a problem for Florida's manatees and what we can do to help conserve them Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. It's the Gasparilla pirate festival in Tampa, and among the parade you will find the Famous Knights of Santiago. But who are they and what is their history? And what is the carnival float that looks suspiciously like a giant squid? An extra bonus episode for our listeners during Gasparilla season Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. It's the Gasparilla pirate festival in Tampa, Florida as drunken pirates invade the city. But what is the history behind this event? Who was the infamous pirate Captain Gaspar? Find out on this episode Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

Dr Scarlett Smash quizzes Dr Craken on shark facts to see if she can stump him. Tune in to est your shark trivia knowledge. Can you beat Craken? Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat to Jess Adanich about the upcoming event SHARKAPALOOZA! Sharkapalooza brings together local artists and environmental groups to highlight marine life, and aquatic ecosystems and conservation. This year's Sharkapalooza is on May 16, 2026 at Coachman Park, Clearwater, Florida (for more details see: https://www.sharkapalooza.org/). Look out for the MCHH crew at the event! Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

Dr Craken chats to arctic scientist Allison Fong, about the new National Geographic documentary "Pole to Pole". They talk about the importance of research in the Arctic, and what it was like to brave freezing icy waters with movie superstar Will Smith. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

Dr Craken chats to Olly Scholey, wildlife filmmaker and producer, about the upcoming PBS documentary "Parenthood".  This five-part natural history series (narrated by David Attenborough) explores the extraordinary strategies and adaptability that animal parents employ to give their young a head start in life. The Documentary airs in the US on Wednesdays from February 4 – March 4, 2026. Visit https://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/collections/parenthood/ for details. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube