3. Safe Guarding The Seas: Hooked On Shark Stewardship w/ Randy Thomas
Release Date: 10/11/2023
23. An Ocean-Positive Future: Combating Deep-Sea Mining & Protecting Marine Ecosystems w/ Carissa Cabrera
Planet People Podcast
Carissa Cabrera, CEO of FutureSwell and marine biologist, joins us to discuss her multifaceted approach to ocean conservation through media, education, and community building. Based in Hawaiʻi, Carissa integrates Indigenous management with modern conservation practices while serving as a National Geographic educator and content creator. We explore the challenges facing marine ecosystems, including the ongoing threat of deep-sea mining, where regulatory decisions continue to be delayed until 2025. As both a scientist and entrepreneur, Carissa shares insights on building a conservation media...
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22. Lizard Land: Legendary Reptiles of the Coachella Valley w/ Colin Barrows
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In this episode of Planet People, we are joined by Colin Barrows, a Coachella Valley naturalist, desert advocate, and Secretary of CactusToCloud Institute. Colin has extensive knowledge in desert ecology, particularly in reptiles and rare desert plants, and he shares many fascinating facts about lizard adaptations. We also uncover the secret life of lizards and what it takes for these creatures to survive in the rugged landscape of the low deserts of the Coachella Valley. CONNECT: Follow Colin Barrows on Follow for all the updates! RAY OF HOPE: In a time when...
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21. Hidden Desert Treasure: Protecting Public Lands & Chuckwalla National Monument Update
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Several conservation, veteran, and recreation organizations have filed motions to intervene in a lawsuit defending the Chuckwalla National Monument designation. The monument, established in January 2025 on desert lands in California's Riverside and Imperial Counties, is being challenged by an Idaho-based motorized recreation group and a Michigan miner. The intervening organizations, including CactusToCloud Institute, spent years collaborating with Tribes, veterans, and community members to identify the area's unique tribal resources and values worthy of protection. Chuckwalla National Monument...
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20. Desert Defenders: Designating Chuckwalla National Monument w/ Sendy Barrows
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In this episode of Planet People, co-hosts Natalie Jane Cibel and Coral Beth Carson sat down with Sendy Barrows, co-founder of the CactusToCloud Institute, to discuss the successful campaign that led to the designation of the Chuckwalla National Monument in January 2025. Barrows shares the behind-the-scenes story of how this conservation victory required years of dedicated advocacy work, bringing together diverse stakeholders in a comprehensive coalition-building effort. The new designation near Joshua Tree National Park protects wildlife and preserves Indigenous spiritual and cultural...
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19. What Does Conservation Mean To You? All Creatures x Planet People
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Join us as Planet People co-hosts Natalie Jane Cibel and Coral Beth Carson jump into an engaging roundtable discussion with Chris and Angie from All Creatures Podcast. In this dynamic conversation, we dive deep into what conservation truly means to each of us, explore our thoughts on the future of our climate, and discuss the powerful impact of David Attenborough’s latest documentary on oceans. This collaborative episode brings together passionate voices from both podcasts to share perspectives on environmental stewardship, marine conservation, and the urgent climate challenges facing our...
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18. From Sea to Shining Desert: A Field Biologist’s Fight Against Desert Tortoise Extinction w/ Natalie Cibel
Planet People Podcast
Join us for a casual and fun discussion with Natalie Jane Cibel, a conservation biologist and founder of Planet People, who has dedicated her career to studying and protecting one of the Mojave Desert’s most iconic species: the desert tortoise. In this episode, Natalie takes us behind the scenes to see what it’s really like to be a wildlife biologist working in the harsh but beautiful California desert, and shares incredible insights about the remarkable adaptations of these ancient reptiles. Natalie Jane is also the founder of Cibel Consulting and Communication Services. Her work focuses...
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Season 2 Teaser: Desert Conservation In Southern California & Beyond To The Greater Southwest
Planet People Podcast
The desert is alive, and Season 2 of Planet People is here to prove it. Join founder and conservation biologist Natalie Jane Cibel, alongside newly joined co-host Coral Beth Carson, as we venture deeper into the Mojave Desert of Southern California and beyond, uncovering the hidden stories of life that thrive in one of Earth's most challenging environments. Our mission remains clear: to protect and celebrate the overlooked creatures that call these ancient landscapes home. From the elusive desert tortoise navigating climate change to the remarkable adaptations of sidewinder rattlesnakes and...
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17. Season 2: Sneak Peeks & Update
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Episode Summary Hey Planet People, Natalie and Coral popping in with a mid-season 2 update! We are excited to be halfway through filming season 2 of our desert conservation series with a release date in mind for the near future. Right now, we are on a pause for the month of June as we dive deep into post-production processes. What does that look like? In the meantime, please listen to our Season 1 about Southern California Ocean Conservation & our Bonus Episodes with Alex Wild and Brooke Mitchell, and follow our social media on Instagram and TikTok. We also encourage you to stay informed...
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16. Protecting Patagonia w/ Rewildology
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Listen to Brooke Mitchell’s podcast Rewildology here: "Where the Wild Calls" is produced in partnership with Conservación Patagónica and the Route of Parks initiative. A portion of proceeds supports on-the-ground conservation efforts throughout Chilean Patagonia. Episode Summary Join host Brooke Mitchell on an epic 1,700-mile journey through Chile's spectacular a groundbreaking conservation corridor stretching from the puma territories of Torres del Paine to the ancient Alerce forests of Pumalín Douglas Tompkins National Park. From tracking elusive pumas in Torres del Paine to...
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15. The Wild World of Birds: A Naturalist Walk at San Elijo Lagoon w/ Alex Wild (Part 2)
Planet People Podcast
Listen to this episode on your favorite podcast platform or watch the video version on our YouTube channel to see the birds we identify during our walk! Episode Overview This episode continues our conversation with park ranger Alex Wild, featuring a guided nature walk around . Alex identifies various birds and plants while discussing his role as a park ranger and sharing stories about inspiring environmental elders. This episode follows our previous discussion with Alex about recent attacks on National Parks and federal worker cuts that affected him personally. We had a special guest join us,...
info_outlineJoin us on this exciting episode as we dive into the incredible world of shark expert Randy Thomas. Randy, the founder of the non-profit organization "The Adventures of 5k," is a passionate advocate for wildlife conservation and an exceptional wildlife photographer. Through his captivating imagery and educational outreach efforts, Randy uses his platform to shed light on the importance of protecting marine life and its fragile ecosystem.
But it doesn't end there! Randy's mission extends beyond awareness. He actively encourages action and invites listeners to join him in the fight to protect marine life. Randy inspires and educates a global community through his social media platform and engaging YouTube channel, showing us how we can all play a role in preserving our oceans.
Tune in to this episode of "Safe Guarding the Seas" to be inspired by Randy's remarkable work, learn about the endangered sharks he champions, and discover how you can make a difference in the world of marine conservation. Get ready to be captivated by Randy's passion for wildlife and embark on an adventure that will leave you motivated to take action!
Featured Guest:
Randy Thomas @theadventuresof5k
https://www.instagram.com/theadventuresof5k/
As mentioned in the episode, here are a few organizations to donate to and spread awareness:
Shark Savers (https://www.sharksavers.org/)
Shark Trust (https://www.sharktrust.org/)
Save Our Seas Foundation (https://saveourseas.com/)
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (https://seashepherd.org/)
Sharkwater Extinction (https://www.sharkwater.com/)
Documentaries:
"Sharkwater" (2006)
"Racing Extinction" (2015)
Shows:
- "Shark Academy" (Discovery +)