209 - The Everglades: River of Grass

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of the Everglades ecosystem and its connection to the ocean, highlighting environmental and human rights issues.

What is the Everglades, and how is its wellness intertwined with the ocean? Listen in as we discuss Kait’s hometown ecosystem(s) and why they are critical to the surrounding marine & terrestrial communities. BIG TAKEAWAY: You may have heard of Alligator Alcatraz, an ICE ‘detention center’, but have you heard of the vital wetlands that it’s being built on? Speaking up against the construction of this human rights disaster protects countless people, animals, and these unique water-based ecosystems! This episode is dedicated to Dr. Dan Diresta, Kait’s first marine science mentor. Academia can feel cold, especially for women, but this wise, accomplished man was nothing but kind and encouraging. He wanted you to learn, not be judged. From the little girl that felt seen - Thank you, for everything 💙 Resources: 💡Researcher Spotlight: Audubon Everglades @auduboneverglades 🔎Deeper Dive Read: “The Everglades: River of Grass” by Marjory Stoneman Douglas 🌊Conservation in Action: Friends of the Everglades @friendsoftheeverglades 🤙Episode Shoutouts: Clyde Butcher; Center for Biodiversity, Earth Justice @clydebutcher @centerforbiodiv @earthjustice 💰Sustainable Brand We Love: @chnge makes…

People in this episode

Hosts: Kait Birghenthal, Ash Gordon

Topics covered

• Everglades ecosystem
• marine conservation
• human rights
• wetlands
• environmental advocacy

Keywords

• Everglades
• marine science
• ecosystems
• human rights
• wetlands
• conservation
• environmental advocacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Audubon Everglades, Friends of the Everglades, Clyde Butcher, Center for Biodiversity, Earth Justice, chnge, Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, Fox and Fish Printing, High and Dry, Low Tide

Books & works: The Everglades: River of Grass

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