Notes from the boat

Sustainability Discussion on the Raw Green Podcast

In this episode of Raw Green 🌵 🎤 , Francesco De Lieto discusses the critical role of coral reefs with Krista Shoe, director of Mother of Corals.

The conversation highlights Mother of Corals’ ongoing work in Bocas
del Toro, Panama 🌎, where they are actively restoring reefs and collaborating with local communities.

They explore the alarming decline of coral reefs, innovative restoration
techniques, and the importance of community education in sustaining marine ecosystems. Krista shares insights on the success rates of restoration projects, the economic impact of coral reefs on local communities, and the challenges posed by climate change, pollution and overfishing.

This episode is part of the Podcasthon, a global initiative to raise awareness for numerous charities worldwide. We are thrilled to dedicate this episode to Mother of Corals, highlighting a cause that is close to our hearts—the health of our oceans and marine life. 🌊🐠

Full episodes:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4T0J0wWTt0hAcJ7qnnKEOj?si=e17f5517ca8b40c1&nd=1&dlsi=810b0bfb4324400c

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-028-coral-reefs-in-crisis-why-restoration-needs/id1728675914?i=1000699602908

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NijRKtFLv9E

Also check out 40 Facts and statistics about tourism & ocean sustainability:

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Mother of Corals

Krista is an American expat who lives her life like a flying trapeze artist without a net. How many people would sell all of their belongings and uproot to a new place by themselves (technically, with two cats) where they know no one? She’s done it twice. Krista left a high-paying corporate job to move away from the U.S. and escape what she perceived to be political turmoil. Krista has a blog about life as an expat, and is known for a lifetime of quirky Halloween costumes. She enjoys throwing out random facts about herself that are not pertinent to the current topic. Krista is currently living on an island off the Caribbean coast of Panama and is planning her next adventure.

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