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“The More Exposure To Books & Educational Opportunities Kids Have At A Time When Their Curiosity Is Huge, The Better Chances They Have.”, An Interview With Oceanic Author Elaine M. Alexander
A delightful portrait of Elaine M. Alexander with her book Anglerfish: The Sea Devil of the Deep. Credit to Elaine M. Alexander. Recently, our head writer was lucky enough to sit down for an interview with Science Communicator, Librarian, & Children’s Book Author Elaine M. Alexander. Elaine M. Alexander is a Science Communicator, Librarian, & Children’s Book Author known for her books Anglerfish: The Seadevil of the Deep, Death at Deacon Pond, & Giant Cuttlefish: Chameleons o

The Persaud Foundation
Aug 2122 min read


“An Ounce of Prevention is Worth A Pound of Cure”, An Interview with Invasive Species Ecologist, Marine Parasitologist, & Marine Invertebrate Zoologist Dr. Jeb Byers
A distinguished photograph of Dr. Jeb Byers in his office at the University of Georgia Odum School of Ecology. Credit to Chamberlain Smith. Recently, our head writer was fortunate to sit down for an interview with invasive species zoologist, marine parasitologist, & marine invertebrate zoologist Dr. Jeb Byers. Dr. Jeb Byers is an invasive species ecologist, marine parasitologist, marine invertebrate zoologist, author, & conservationist known for his work with the University o

The Persaud Foundation
Jul 1617 min read


“Don’t Give Up!”, An Interview with Environmental Activist & Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago Devin McAllester
Recently, our head writer was fortunate enough to sit down for an interview with Environmental Activist & Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago, Devin McAllester! Devin McAllester is an Environmental Activist & Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago known for his work with the Surf Rider Foundation. In today’s interview, we sit down with Devin to discuss his career, his passion for the Great Lakes, the beaches surrounding Chicago, the Surf Rider Foundation, & the programs of Surf Rider-Chicago in

The Persaud Foundation
Jun 810 min read


“The Many Unknowns About The Ocean That We Don’t Understand Make It More Interesting To Care About, & Protect!”, An Interview With Vice Chair of Surf-Rider Chicago Quentin Rodgers
A distinguished portrait of Quentin Rodgers, representing Surf Rider-Chicago. Here he is featured with his Softop Surf Board from Mick Fanning SoftBoards. Credit to Quentin Rodgers. Recently, our head writer was fortunate enough to sit down for an interview with Ocean Conservationist & Vice Chair of Surf-Rider Chicago Quentin Rodgers. Quentin Rodgers is an Ocean Conservationist & Vice Chair of Surf-Rider Chicago known for his work with the Surf Rider Foundation. In today’s in

The Persaud Foundation
May 1113 min read


“If It’s Something You’re Passionate About, You Need To Stick With It!”, An Interview With Science Communicator & Marine Biologist Gerard Loisel
A vibrant photograph of Gerard Loisel with 2 of his students attending one of his marine biology camps. Credit to Gerard Loisel. Recently, we were quite fortunate to sit down with marine biologist & science communicator, Gerard Loisel. Gerard Loisel is a marine biologist & science communicator from Key Biscayne, Florida. He is well known for his marine biology camps for youth, his work in science communication, & his work in marine science. In today’s interview, we sit down w

The Persaud Foundation
May 517 min read


“We Want To Play A Part In Making Sure That Fisheries Remain Sustainable For The Next Generation, & Hopefully Future Generations To Come Too!”, An Interview With Lobster Aquaculturist Joe Moody
A distinguished portrait of Joe Moody, the head aquaculturist at Whitby Lobster Hatchery & today’s interviewee. Credit to Joe Moody. Recently, we were very fortunate to sit down for an interview with Lobster Aquaculturist & Ocean Conservationist, Joe Moody! Joe Moody is the Head Aquaculturist at Whitby Lobster Hatchery, a conservation initiative dedicated to the European Lobster. He leads the organization’s hatchery initiative to increase the European Lobster population. In t

The Persaud Foundation
Apr 2519 min read


“When I Finally Got Certified To Scuba Dive, I Immediately, Both Literally & Figuratively Dove Into The Ocean & Never Looked Back!”, An Interview With Marine Biologist Dr. James Lindholm
Recently, our head writer had the privilege of sitting down with the extraordinary Dr. James Lindholm, Marine Biologist, Seafloor Landscape Ecologist, Professor, Environmental Policy Advocate, Researcher, Author, & Ocean Conservationist! Dr. James Lindholm is a marine biologist, scientific diver, seafloor landscape ecologist, professor, environmental policy advocate, researcher, author of the Chris Black marine fiction series, & ocean conservationist. He is well known for his

The Persaud Foundation
Apr 1434 min read


“I Love What I Do, & I Want Other People To Do This When I’m Done”, An Interview With Marine Biologist, Scuba Diver, & Sustainable Seafood Proprietor Stephanie Mutz
A vibrant photograph of today’s interviewee, marine biologist, urchin diver, & sustainable seagood proprietor, Stephanie Mutz. Credit to Paul Wellman. Recently, we were fantastically fortunate to sit down for an interview with marine biologist, scuba diver, sustainable seafood proprietor, & the only female urchin diver in California, Stephanie Mutz! Stephanie Mutz is an extraordinary urchin diver, sustainable seafood proprietor, & marine researcher from California. She is wel

The Persaud Foundation
Jan 1819 min read


“The Sea Was In My Blood Right From The Start.”, An Interview With Marine Biologist, Invertebrate Zoologist, Marine Ecologist, Author, Professor, & Researcher, Dr. Richard C. Brusca
Recently, we were fortunate to interview the extraordinary marine scientist, Dr. Richard C. Brusca. Dr. Brusca is a marine biologist, invertebrate zoologist, writer, researcher, and goldendoodle enthusiast known for his work with invertebrates, the Sea of Cortez, and Latin America. He is a prolific author, with over 200 publications and 16 books, and he has earned numerous prestigious awards such as the U.S.Department of Defence Award for Civil Service. Apart from his scienti

The Persaud Foundation
Dec 6, 202522 min read


“There’s A Lot Of Power In Being Able To Know That You Have 700 People Around The World Rooting For You”, An Interview With Marine Ecologist, & Diversity Advocate, Dr. Alexandra Davis
Recently, we were extraordinarily pleased to sit down with Dr. Alexandra Davis, a marine ecologist, marine biologist, diversity advocate, scientific diver, & professor! Dr. Alexandra Davis is an ocean researcher, invasive species expert, scientific diver, marine spatial ecologist, cat enthusiast, & Professor of Biology at California State University, Northridge. She is well known for her research on invasive species, her research on spatial ecology, & her nonprofit advocacy w

The Persaud Foundation
Oct 17, 202522 min read


“If You Want To Build Something, If You Want To Make A Change, All You Have To Do Is Start & Keep Going!” An Interview With Dolphin Defenders Founder & Aspiring Marine Biologist Sabine Castro
An astute headshot of Sabine Castro. Credit to Sabine Castro. Recently, we were truly fortunate to speak with Sabine Castro, the Founder of Dolphin Defenders & an Aspiring Marine Biologist. Sabine Castro founded the ocean education organization "Dolphin Defenders" in January of 2025. Since then, her team has grown to over 20 dedicated & hard-working individuals, who have built partnerships with organizations such as the UN & the Manta Trust. In today’s interview, we sit down

The Persaud Foundation
Aug 5, 20257 min read


“Jellyfish Truly Embody Being Stressful, Fun, Therapeutic, Work, & Rewarding All At The Same Time!”, An Interview With Cnidarian Aquarist & Water Quality Monitor Jeffrey Dotzler III
Recently, we were extraordinarily fortunate to interview Jeffrey Dotzler the III, a Cnidarian Aquarist & Water Quality curator, for a short interview about his work on Jellyfish! Jeffrey Dotzler is a curator of Cnidarians & monitor of water quality at the Cabrillo High School Aquarium, located in Lompoc California. The Cabrillo High School Aquarium is an entirely unique facility, run out of Cabrillo High School, with a volunteer staff of 200 dedicated & passionate high school

The Persaud Foundation
Jul 6, 20256 min read


“That Is Truly What Our Goal Is, To Create Passion In The Young”, An Interview With Student Curator & Aquarist Monique DeLeon
A gorgeous portrait of Monique DeLeon by the seaside. Credit to Monique DeLeon. Recently, our head writer was immensely grateful to be able to sit down with Monique DeLeon, student curator at the Cabrillo Aquarium, to discuss her work & student leadership at the aquarium. Monique DeLeon is an Aquarist, & the Head Student Curator at Cabrillo High School Aquarium in Southern California. In addition to this, she manages the Instagram & Facebook pages for the Aquarium, as well a

The Persaud Foundation
Jun 7, 20257 min read


“Keep Your Passion Going!”, An Interview With Organization Founder, Science Communicator, & Aspiring Marine Biologist Jaela Balugo
A stunning photograph of Jaela Balugo, Founder of Tides of Tomorrow & Science Communicator, on a sunlit beach. Credit to Jaela Balugo. Recently, our head writer was immensely fortunate to sit down with Organizational Founder & Science Communicator, Jaela Balugo, for an interview discussing her organization, Tides of Tomorrow, & her efforts in science communication. Jaela Balugo is the founder of Tides of Tomorrow, a new organization from Northern California, dedicated to edu

The Persaud Foundation
May 5, 20258 min read


“Be Passionate!”, An Interview With Aquarist, Science Communicator, & Educator, Greg Eisen
A lovely portrait of Mr. Greg Eisen at the Cabrillo High School Aquarium. Credit to the Cabrillo High School Aquarium. Recently, our head writer was immensely grateful to sit down with Greg Eisen for an interview discussing his career. Greg Eisen is an Aquarium Director & science communicator best known for his work at the Cabrillo High School Aquarium, located in Lompoc, California. The Aquarium is unique, run entirely out of Cabrillo High School, and has a volunteer staff o

The Persaud Foundation
Apr 6, 202512 min read


"If Somebody Says You Can't Change The World, Get Out There & Prove Them Wrong!" An Interview With Conservationist, Wildlife Photographer, & River/Ocean Advocate Cash Daniels
Cash Daniels in an interview with PBS. Credit to PBS. Recently, our head writer was immensely fortunate to sit down with Award-Winning conservationist Cash Daniels to discuss his career, his passion, & all of his efforts in conservation. Cash Daniels is a conservationist well known for his work cleaning up the Tennessee River, & across his extensive cleanups, engaging hundreds of volunteers, Cash has picked up approximately 46,031 pounds of trash. He has also founded, & curre

The Persaud Foundation
Mar 7, 20255 min read


“I Have A Big Appreciation For Under Appreciated Things”, An Interview with Professor, Coral Researcher, & Underwater Photographer, Dr. Raphael Ritson-Williams
A stunning photograph of a coral reef by Raphael Ritson-Williams. In today’s article, we delve into an interview conducted by our head writer with esteemed professor, coral researcher, & underwater photographer, Raphael Ritson-Williams. Raphael Ritson Williams is an esteemed marine biologist currently working as a Professor at California State University, Northridge. He is well known for is tropical coral research, chemical ecology research, & photographs of nudibranchs as w

The Persaud Foundation
Dec 5, 202413 min read
“At The End Of The Day, It’s That Kind Of Curiosity That Keeps The Momentum Going In The World Of Science”, An Interview With Washington Marine Biologist, & Illustrator, Samantha-Lynn Martinez
On November 2nd, 2024, our head writer conducted an interview with Samantha-Lynn Martinez, a Marine Biologist, Naturalist, Videographer & Graphic Designer from Washington. Samantha-Lynn Martinez is currently a student at the University of Washington, & is working on her Bachelor’s Degree of Science. She is well known for her various design campaigns such as We Love You Puget Sound, numerous short films, & work with the NOAA & aboard the EV Nautilus. In today’s article, we ask

The Persaud Foundation
Nov 10, 202415 min read
“Every Eye is Different”, An Interview with Cephalopod Researcher, Professor, & Children’s Book Author Dr. Lydia Mäthger
On October 7th, 2024, our head writer conducted an interview with esteemed Cuttlefish Cephalopod & Visual Ecology Researcher, Dr. Lydia Mäthger. Lydia Mäthger is a German Cephalopod Researcher, Professor, & Children’s Book Author. She’s well known for her work with Squid & Octopus, Visual Ecology, & research at the Marine Biological Laboratory at Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Her personal website can be found at lydiamaethger.com . In this interview, we ask 21 insightful questio

The Persaud Foundation
Oct 10, 20248 min read
“Using Colour To Talk”, An Interview With Squid Biologist, Science Communicator, & Nonprofit Founder Dr. Sarah McAnulty
“Using Colour To Talk”, An Interview With Squid Biologist, Science Communicator, & Nonprofit Founder Dr. Sarah McAnulty Today’s article is very special, as it contains an interview with Squid Biologist, Science Communicator, & Nonprofit Founder, Doctor Sarah McAnulty! Our main writer interviewed with this intriguing Squid Enthusiast on September 11th, 2024. Doctor Sarah McAnulty is well known for her Squid & Cuttlefish Research, Founding of the Skype-A-Scientist Project, & co

The Persaud Foundation
Sep 14, 202412 min read
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