From corals to coastal science, connect with NOAA experts in our podcast series that explores questions about the ocean environment.
Latest episodes
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48 min
The Origins of NOAA's National Ocean Service
NOAA’s National Ocean Service started as a small scientific agency with one mission, to chart our new nation’s coasts and coastal waters so the many ships that traversed the Atlant…
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6 min
High Tide Flooding
Rising waters can spell trouble for coastal areas. The impacts of high tide flooding can range from longer commute times to business closures and construction delays. NOAA plays a…
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19 min
Sanctuary Spotlight: Olympic Coast
In this episode, we travel to Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. Boasting rugged coastlines and encompassing over 3,000 square miles, this special place is home to a rich abu…
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19 min
Sanctuary Spotlight: Olympic Coast
In this episode, we travel to Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. Boasting rugged coastlines and encompassing over 3,000 square miles, this special place is home to a rich abu…
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22 min
Artificial Reefs
Not all reefs in the ocean are naturally occurring. Artificial reefs are human-made structures that come in a variety of shapes and sizes. In this episode, we learn about what they…
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5 min
Hurricane Preparedness and Response
Hurricanes are powerful storms that can threaten life and property. We revisit an episode with our podcast hosts as they discuss the roles of the National Ocean Service in hurrican…
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11 min
Behind the Scenes at NGS
With origins tracing back more than 200 years, NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey is in the business of "knowing where things are." In this episode, we go behind the scenes with NGS D…
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19 min
Say Cheese: Wetland Wildlife Inventory
In this episode, we explore how scientists across the National Estuarine Research Reserve System conducted the first-ever North American wildlife inventory of these habitats. We ch…
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17 min
Coral Bleaching
When temperatures rise, coral bleaching can occur. In this episode, we explore what happens during bleaching events, how corals are affected, and how we can help protect these impo…
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6 min
Meteotsunamis
In this episode, we revisit a previous podcast on these storm-fueled waves and discuss how they differ from tsunamis. We're joined by Dr. Gregory Dusek, senior scientist with NOAA'…
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21 min
Weird Facts About Oil and Oil Spills
When it comes to oil spills and their impacts on marine environments, water and oil don’t mix. In this episode, we chat with an oil spill response expert and share some weird facts…
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19 min
The Florida Keys: Dive into History
In this episode, we're heading to the Florida Keys, the only place in the continental United States with shallow water coral reefs. But these corals are not the only thing that mak…
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13 min
Digging into the Science of Sand
In this podcast, we dig into the science behind sand: the ways it’s formed, the benefits it provides ecosystems, and the protection it offers coastal communities. We’re joined by D…
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14 min
Rip Currents: Preparedness and Prevention
Rip currents pose a threat to those that spend time in the ocean or Great Lakes. In this episode, Dr. Gregory Dusek, senior scientist with NOAA’s National Ocean Service, talks with…
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7 min
Gliders: Versatile Vehicles for Underwater Observation
Gliders are autonomous, uncrewed, underwater vehicles that collect data — providing scientists with a more complete picture of what is happening in the ocean and the Great Lakes. I…
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37 min
USACE: Foundational Research on Rebalancing with Blue Carbon
In this episode, we present a podcast from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) called Engineering with Nature®. The show features a panel of experts discussing their research…
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9 min
Seagrass: Ecosystem Services Provider
Seagrasses are plants that grow in semi salty water to full seawater in the intertidal and subtidal zones of the ocean. As one of the most productive ecosystems in the world, seagr…
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25 min
Perspectives on Coastal Decision Making
Our ocean and coasts affect us — and we affect them. Almost 40 percent of the country’s population lives in coastal shoreline counties. And these counties contribute more than 9 tr…
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20 min
Making Coastal Decisions
Our ocean and coasts affect us — and we affect them. Almost 40 percent of the country’s population lives in coastal shoreline counties. And these counties contribute more than 9 tr…
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22 min
Equity and Justice in Coastal Planning
Our ocean and coasts affect us — and we affect them. Almost 40 percent of the country’s population lives in coastal shoreline counties. And these counties contribute more than 9 tr…