
Ayana Johnson
Marine biologist, policy expert, writer, and teacher working to help improve our climate future. Co-founded and leads Urban Ocean Lab, a think tank for the future of coastal cities.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 56min
It’s Not Too Late! How We Save the Planet with Dr. Ayana Johnson
Dr. Ayana Johnson, a marine biologist and climate policy expert, shares her insights on fostering a sustainable future. She emphasizes the joy and necessity of imagining what a healthier planet can look like through personal and community-driven climate action. The conversation dives into the pitfalls of hyper-consumerism, the empowering role of youth in climate advocacy, and how individuals can align their investments with eco-friendly values. Johnson inspires listeners to connect their love for nature with actionable steps toward environmental stewardship.

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Sep 4, 2018 • 1h 16min
Oceanology (OCEANS) with Ayana Johnson
Are plastic straws really that bad? What's the oldest message in a bottle? Any scuba vs. snorkel strategies? Does sunscreen kill coral? Can we reverse ocean warming in our lifetime? In a conversation with ocean and policy expert Dr. Ayana Johnson, Alie struggles with finding a balance between the wonders and the bummers. For the first 15-20 minutes, learn weird ocean trivia, why we love the sea, and facts about the ocean's depths and beauty. Then, we get to the sad stuff: ocean health, climate change, acidification, pollution, policy and what we can all do.If you've been feeling helpless, this episode gives you all the tools you need to understand and help our friend, the World Ocean.Also: some great information about whale pee.Dr. Johnson's OceanCollectiv.coDr. Johnson's website, Twitter and InstagramMore episode sources and links Become a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, pins, totes!Follow @Ologies on Twitter and InstagramFollow @AlieWard on Twitter and InstagramSound editing by Steven Ray MorrisTheme song by Nick Thorburn

Aug 18, 2020 • 1h 21min
Oceanology (THE OCEAN) with Ayana Johnson: Encore Presentation
Ocean and policy expert, Dr. Ayana Johnson, discusses the wonders and challenges of the ocean. From weird ocean trivia to the sad stuff like ocean health, climate change, acidification, and pollution, she provides tools and information to help understand and save our friend, the World Ocean. Topics include coral reefs, sustainable seafood choices, scuba diving vs. snorkeling, the impact of plastic waste, and a garbage gobbling machine called the Trash Wheel.