S10E1: Surfs Up - The Olympics Games’ Impact on Coral Reefs

21/10/2024 13 min Temporada 10 Episodio 1

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Episode Synopsis

In this season opener, hosts Anna and Renee explore the environmental implications of the newly constructed Olympic Surfing Judging Tower in Teahupo'o, Tahiti, the host site for the surfing events of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Joined by Brian Silliman, the Rachel Carson Professor of Marine Conservation Biology at Duke University, they discuss the challenges facing coral reefs and the potential impacts of the tower on the local marine ecosystem. The episode highlights the vital role of community advocacy in conservation, showcasing how we can drive action forward for a more sustainable future.
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Guest: Brian Silliman
Host: Anna Ochs, Renee Urtusastegui
Reporter(s): Anna Ochs, Renee Urtusastegui
Audio Editor: Emily Nagamoto
Music Credit: Cali by Wataboi