Welcome to Episode 25 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are extraordinarily fortunate to sit down with Marine Biologist, Marine Ecologist, Author, Professor, Researcher, & Ocean Conservationist Dr. James Lindholm! Dr. James Lindholm is a marine biologist, marine ecologist, author, professor, ocean conservationist, & scuba diver from Southern California who graciously donated his time to join us on the Marine Enthusiasts. In today’s episode we discuss h

Welcome to Episode 24 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast, our whimsical Valentine’s Day Special of 2026! In today’s episode, we discuss the romantic lives of 5 different marine animals, & how they may pertain to you! Our lineup includes: - 1. Hancock’s Flatworm - 2. Beluga Whale - 3. Leatherback Sea Turtles - 4. Moon Jellyfish - 5. Pacific Footballfish We discuss everything from penis-fencing flatworms, to sexually-parasitic deep sea fish! Sit back, relax, enjoy a strawberry d

Welcome to Episode 23 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we speak all about Bioluminescence. Bioluminescence is the production of light from a living organism, such as a radiant deep sea fish or lambent beetle. In today’s episode, we discuss what bioluminescence is, how exactly it works, why it works, & a few creatures that are prime examples of bioluminescence. Sit back, relax, open a crisp can of mountain dew, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine

Welcome to Episode 22 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are extraordinarily pleased to sit down for an interview with Urchin Diver, Marine Biologist, & Sustainable Seafood Proprietor Stephanie Mutz. Stephanie Mutz is an extraordinary urchin diver, sustainable seafood proprietor, & marine researcher from California. She is well known for her sustainable seafood company, Sea Stephanie Fish, a clever play on words. She supplies premium, fresh urchin, blac

Welcome to Episode 21 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast, our festive Christmas Special! Today’s episode is our long-waited Christmas Special, & the long-awaited reveal of this year’s Marine Christmas Tree! In today’s episode, we’re going to delve into the second iteration of the Marine Christmas Tree, what marine creatures adorn it, & how you can find a bit of the holiday spirit in the underwater realm! Our festive lineup includes: * Dunkleosteus! * Pteraspis! * Pliosaurus! *

Welcome to Episode 20 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, & Skylar take you through the bewitching underwater formations known as Hydrothermal Vents! A hydrothermal vent is a geologic formation, located on the sea flood, at tectonic plate boundaries. These vents intake water, then pump it out at high temperatures of up to 752° Fahrenheit. They are fissures, meaning cracks in the Earth from which lava erupts without volcanic activity, where

Welcome to Episode 19 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we have our spook-tacular Halloween special! In today’s episode, we guide you through some of the more peculiar, shocking, & revolting creatures of our oceans deep. Our spectral line-up for today includes: ​• Barreleye Fish (Macropinna microstoma)! ​• Ghost Sharks (Chimaeras)! ​• Goblin Sharks (Mitsukurina owstoni)! • ​Vampire Squid (Vampyroteuthis infernalis)! ​• Ghost Shrimp (Palaemon paludosus)! ​

Welcome to Episode 18 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are extraordinarily fortunate to be able to sit down with Professor, Scientific Diver, Marine Spatial Ecologist, Invasive Species Researcher, & Diversity Advocate Dr. Alexandra Davis! Dr. Alexandra Davis is a marine ecologist, a researcher, a diver, a cat enthusiast, & a marine conservationist from New Mexico who has graciously donated her time to join us for an Episode of the Marine Enthusiasts.

Welcome to Episode 17 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, & Skylar, delve into the captivating world of Crustaceans! In today’s episode, we delve into their biology, ecology, distribution, reproduction, contributions to human culture, & economic value! This episode is perfect for any adorer of the sea, lover of Maine Lobster Rolls, or enjoyer of shrimp! Sit back, crack open a refreshing carton of coconut water, & dive into the lives of Crus

Welcome to Episode 16 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, & Skylar, delve into the entrancing world of Octopuses, a kind of mollusc known for their intelligence, 8 arms, bulbous mantle, & cunning wit. In today’s episode, we delve into their biology, ecology, distribution, reproduction, & contributions to human culture! This episode is perfect for any friend of the sea, especially those who adore cephalopods. Sit back, crack open a can of Mo

Welcome to Episode 15 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are highly fortunate to be able to sit down with Founder of Dolphin Defenders, & Aspiring Marine Biologist Sabine Castro! Dolphin Defenders is a new organization founded in January of 2025, dedicated to involving young people in ocean conservation & giving them a voice for the ocean. In today’s episode we will delve into Sabine’s lovely organization, ideas for & efforts in ocean conservation, & ad

Welcome to Episode 14 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s bonus episode, we are extraordinarily lucky to be interviewing jellyfish aquarist & water quality specialist, Jeffery Dotzler the III! Jeffery Dotzler the III is a Jellyfish Aquarist with the Cabrillo High School Aquarium who has joined us today to discuss everything about taking cate of jellies! In this short bonus episode, we delve into the beauty of jellyfish, advice for those looking to learn more about j

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are extremely fortunate to sit down with Head Student Curator of the Cabrillo High School Aquarium Monique DeLeon! Monique DeLeon is the head student curator at the Cabrillo High School Aquarium, an aquarium staffed entirely by 200 high school student volunteers. She manages the gift shop of the aquarium, & she manages all of the accompanying social media accounts, as well as managing the aquarium

Welcome to Episode 12 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode host’s Gwenevere, Skylar, & Eli, delve into the mesmerizing world of Jellyfish, a kind of Cnidarian known for their gracefulness, beauty, stinging tendencies, & gelatinous nature. We discuss their biology, ecology, beauty, place in human society, & a few intriguing species such as the: - Firework Jellyfish! - Giant Phantom Jellyfish (Skylar’s Favourite!) - Lions Mane Jellyfish! - & the incredible Immo

Welcome to Episode 11 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are immensely lucky to sit down with founder of Tides of Tomorrow & Aspiring Marine Biologist Jaela Balugo! Jaela Balugo is a young aspiring marine biologist who founded her own organization, Tides of Tomorrow, meant to bring marine biology & a piece of the ocean to elementary & middle school students. In today’s episode, we discuss founding an organization as a young person, science communication

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are immensely lucky to sit down with Aquarist, Science Communicator, & Science Teacher Greg Eisen to discuss his work with the Cabrillo High School Aquarium! We dive into his experience with the aquarium, the creatures within it, the new tropical fish gallery soon to be opened, the passion that it took to begin the aquarium, & the fact that everyone should be passionate no matter what they are pur

Welcome to Episode 9 of the Marine Enthusiasts Episode! In today’s episode host’s Gwenevere & Skylar will delve into the magical world of Nudibranchs, a group of sea slugs known for their flamboyant & electrifying appearance! They delve into the biology of Nudibranchs, the difference between Dorid & Aeolid Nudibranchs, the ecology of Nudibranchs, & a few interesting species of nudibranchs such as the: Spanish Shawl California Aglaja & the Leaf Sheep! Sit back, enjoy a crisp e

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! Today’s episode is our romantic Marine Enthusiasts Valentines Day Episode! In today’s charming episode, hosts Eli, Skylar, & Gwenevere delve into the romantic lives of 6 different marine animals! Our lineup includes: - 1. Wolf Eels! - 2. Macaroni Penguins! - 3. Dugongs! - 4. Octopi! - 5. Dolphins! - 6. Seahorses! We discuss everything from animals who mate for life, to fathers who run away immediately after breeding! Sit

The Marine Christmas Tree is a Christmas tree created by our hosts & designed by our fantastic artist Nautical. It is completely made of underwater materials, with kelp as leaves, urchins & nudibranchs as ornaments, moon jellyfish as a tree skirt, & of course, a sea star as the tree topper. Welcome to Episode 7 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! Today’s episode is our beloved Marine Enthusiasts Christmas Special! In today’s festive episode, hosts Eli, Skylar, & Gwenevere del

An adorable trio of Little Blue Penguins, the smallest penguins on earth. Credit to Jeff Whitlock. A photograph of two caring Emperor Penguins, with their children nestled in their feathers. Emperor Penguins are the largest on earth, & primarily inhabit the Antarctic. Credit to Gary Miller. In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, Skylar, & Eli, dive into the fascinating world of Penguins! We talk about famous penguins such as Nils Olav the Third, & Pesto, discuss Penguin Biology