Empowering fishing communities to protect the ocean we love. Fish ON AIR is the podcast by Fish On, an ocean conservation organization that advocates for a healthier, more abundant ocean so that we can all Fish On. This show will cover science and policy topics relevant to anglers, spearfishers and ocean lovers in California and beyond.
Fish ON AIR
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Empowering fishing communities to protect the ocean we love. Fish ON AIR is the podcast by Fish On, an ocean conservation organization that advocates for a healthier, more abundant ocean so that we can all Fish On. This show will cover science and policy topics relevant to anglers, spearfishers and ocean lovers in California and beyond.
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Recent Episodes
July 24, 2026
School of Fish: El Niño
<p>Andrew Leising, a NOAA Fisheries research oceanographer teaches us the science behind El Niño, the signs, the impacts, and what we might expect in the coming months. The discussion provides insights into the effects of El Niño on marine ecosystems and the methods used to predict and track its development. The conversation delves into the impact of warm conditions on marine life, the effects on kelp and rockfish, the shift in squid movement, adapting fishing strategies, marine heat waves and ecosystem resilience, and of course, opportunities for anglers and divers. </p><p></p><p>Learn more: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.integratedecosystemassessment.noaa.gov/regions/california-current" target="_blank">Andy’s work</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://science.nasa.gov/earth/explore/el-nino/" target="_blank">El Niño info and visualizations</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-story/7-ways-el-nino-and-large-marine-heatwave-could-affect-west-coast-marine-species" target="_blank">NOAA Fisheries article</a>: 7 Ways El Niño and Large Marine Heatwave Could Affect West Coast Marine Species</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6L5UD240mCQ&t=20s" target="_blank">The Coriolis Effect video</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.integratedecosystemassessment.noaa.gov/regions/california-current/california-current-marine-heatwave-tracker-blobtracker" target="_blank">Blob tracker</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ioos.noaa.gov/regions/" target="_blank">The OOS’s</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/" target="_blank">Climate prediction center</a></p><p></p><p>What do you want to learn next? Send your questions to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hello@fishon.us" target="_blank">hello@fishon.us</a></p><p>Support our work: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://fishon.us" target="_blank">fishon.us</a></p>
June 27, 2026
Reel Talk: Summertime Surf Fishing
<p>Southern California shore fishing guides, Kaspar and Gary Kazazian give us their hot tips for summertime fishing. The conversation covers ideal features and conditions for shore fishing, the dynamic nature of surf fishing, identifying fishing spots and overlooked conditions, and suggested gear setups for the angler just getting started. It also highlights the impact of environmental changes on fishing experiences and the need for more voices to ensure balanced policies that can support conservation.</p><p></p><p>Learn more: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/el-nino-forms-expected-to-strengthen-say-noaa-forecasters" target="_blank">NOAA - El Nino is here</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.californiasurffishing.net/" target="_blank">www.californiasurffishing.net</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/californiasurffishing/" target="_blank">Kaspar and Gary's Instagram</a></p><p></p><p>What do you want to learn next? Send questions and suggestions to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hello@fishon.us" target="_blank">hello@fishon.us</a> </p><p></p><p>Support our efforts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.fishon.us" target="_blank">www.fishon.us</a> <br /></p>
May 28, 2026
On the Line: 50 years of Fishery Management
<p>April 13, 2026 marked the 50th anniversary of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, or MSA. Meredith Moore, Senior Director of the Fish Conservation Program at Ocean Conservancy, discusses the successes and limitations of the MSA, emphasizing the need for improved rebuilding plans and a stronger commitment to fisheries management. The conversation covers a range of challenges and opportunities in fisheries management, including the need for improved monitoring, the impact of underfunding and understaffing, the importance of integrating Indigenous knowledge, the slow pace of technology adoption, and the implications of climate change. It also addresses governance issues, habitat loss, prey species management, and the role of recreational fishing. The conversation emphasizes the need for political will, diverse representation, and public engagement in addressing these issues.</p><p><br />Learn more:</p><p>Ocean Conservancy’s report, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oceanconservancy.org/work/biodiversity/healthy-fisheries/us-fisheries-challenges/" target="_blank"><i>Drifting Off Course: Challenges in U.S. Fisheries Management and Charting the Path Forward</i></a> </p><p>Fish ON AIR <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fishonair.riverside.com/e/school-of-fish-federal-fishery-management" target="_blank">MSA 101 episode</a></p><p></p><p>What do you want to learn next? Send your questions to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hello@fishon.us" target="_blank">hello@fishon.us</a><br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.fishon.us" target="_blank">www.fishon.us</a></p>
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