It's hard to believe, but we've wrapped Season 1 of Ocean Wings. Twelve episodes, twelve incredible guests, and so many moments that reminded me why I wanted to start this podcast in the first place - to share stories that inspire me and will no doubt inspire others.

If you've been following along from the start, thank you. If you missed a few episodes along the way, now's the perfect time to catch up before we head into Season 2 (we're hoping to start recording in May).

A few episodes you might have missed:

• Environmental lobbyist Makenna Trapani went into public policy after realizing that it's possible to fix broken systems. In her episode, she walks through what it takes to turn concern into law, and talks about her two-year effort to pass animal neglect legislation in Arizona. It's a practical look at how policy happens, not just what it should be.
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• Marine biologist Dawn Murray has spent thirty-five years following the science, from jellyfish research to establishing the first Indigenous-led National Marine Sanctuary in the United States. We talked about how the ocean works as one connected system, and how manta rays are a sign of a healthy ecosystem.
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• Licensed therapist Rae Madison Gerber talks about how trauma lives inside the body, and shares how her multiple encounters with manta rays here in Hawaii deepened her understanding of Body Trust.

Apart from those three, Season 1 also featured a sixteen-year-old climate advocate combatting misinformation, a Hawai'i state representative explaining how environmental lawmaking works, two sisters sharing about local community engagement and sustainable living, and more.

Every episode is available now on YouTube (with full captions), Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever else you listen. You can find the full lineup at oceanwingspodcast.com.

Watch or listen to the ones that call to you, share them with someone who'd benefit from hearing these stories, and if an episode touched you, let me know - I'd love to hear about it.

Warmest Aloha, Martina

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P.S. If you know someone who'd make a great guest for Season 2, send them my way! There's a form on the website, or simply reply to this email.