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Sea Turtle Stories

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Sea turtles, one of the most ancient species of our world have truly stood the test of time. They have seen human civilisations rise and fall, inspired ocean deities across cultures, and baffled scientists with their unique instincts - one of which is a hatchling's impulse to orient itself in the direction of the sea, straight from its nest. In an effort to uncover the mysterious lives of these sea creatures, we bring you our podcast series on all things sea turtle. Join us as we dive into conversations with experts from around the world, simplifying complexities of sea turtle science, culture, and conservation. About Olive Ridley Project : The Olive Ridley Project (ORP), a charity founded in 2013, registered in England & Wales, Maldives and Kenya, is on a mission to protect sea turtles and their habitats through rescue and conservation medicine, scientific research, and education and outreach. Headquartered in the UK, we currently operate in Kenya, Maldives, Pakistan, Oman and Seychelles, where we are supported by a passionate and dedicated team of scientists, veterinarians, conservationists, citizen scientists and volunteers. For more information, visit us at oliveridleyproject.org, or for queries write to us at info@oliveridleyproject.org.

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April 1, 2025

Rethinking Sea Turtle Conservation (Part 2) - With Dr Kartik Shanker

"There is no such thing as a sea turtle expert!" Dr. Kartik chuckles, recalling veteran biologist Dr. Jack Frazier’s words. "Sea turtles will always find a way to do something that baffles you." Although lighthearted, Dr Kartik's remark speaks to his instinctive curiosity and ever-evolving understanding of sea turtles. A leading scientist and sea turtle conservationist from India, Dr Kartik Shanker is a strong advocate for decolonising sea turtle conservation and embracing more pluralistic ways of engaging with nature - a notion that he weaves throughout this candid conversation.Part one of this bonus episode begins with Dr Kartik exploring the enduring mysteries of arribada (mass nesting events that continue to baffle researchers). But the discussion soon takes a deeper turn, examining how conservation practice often prioritises visible, emotionally charged threats while overlooking the more complex, intangible challenges facing sea turtles.The conversation on conservation conundrums continues in part two of the episode, where Dr. Kartik confronts one of the most side-stepped topics in sea turtle conservation: the consumptive use of sea turtles. He critiques the dominant philosophy of protectionism, questioning its unintended consequences and urging the conservation community to reconsider its approach.This episode goes beyond sea turtles, it tackles the larger idea of how we perceive our relationship with nature and the very practice of conservation itself. So tune in now for a conversation that challenges the status quo and raises some tough questions.<h4>Further Reading, Sources & References:</h4><h4> </h4><ul><li>Shanker, K., Pandav, B., & Choudhury, B. C. (2004). <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006320703001046" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">An assessment of the olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) nesting population in Orissa, India</a>. Biological Conservation.</li><li>Shanker, K. (2015). <a href="https://www.seaturtlesofindia.org/from-soup-to-superstar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From soup to superstar.</a> HarperCollins Publishers India</li><li>R, H. (2021). <a href="https://roundglasssustain.com/conservation/green-sea-turtle-conservation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The conservation paradox: Missing the meadows for the green turtles</a>. RoundGlass Sustain.</li><li>Sardeshpande, M., & MacMillan, D. (2018). <a href="https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/oryx/article/sea-turtles-support-sustainable-livelihoods-at-ostional-costa-rica/E0764E549205AC7280C60D546B3182E9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sea turtles support sustainable livelihoods at Ostional</a>, Costa Rica. Cambridge University Press.</li><li>Brockington, D. (2002). <a href="https://books.google.co.in/books/about/Fortress_Conservation.html?id=iwQkwJUpWO8C&redir_esc=y" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fortress conservation: The preservation of the Mkomazi Game Reserve, Tanzania (Vol. 13</a>). James Currey.</li><li><a href="http://kartel%20shockington%20is%20a%20failed%20comic%20book%20creation%20with%20special%20powers%20of%20rapid%20hair%20loss.%20he%20sometimes%20appears%20as%20kartik%20shanker,%20and%20at%20other%20times%20as%20dan%20brockington./" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kartel Shockington</a>: Kartel Shockington is a failed comic book creation with special powers of rapid hair loss. He sometimes appears as Kartik Shanker, and at other times as Dan Brockington</li><li>Shanker, K., Early Capistrán, M. M., Urteaga, J., Mohd Jani, J., Barrios-Garrido, H., & Wallace, B. P. (2023). <a...

April 1, 2025

Rethinking Sea Turtle Conservation (Part 1) – With Dr Kartik Shanker

"There is no such thing as a sea turtle expert!" Dr. Kartik chuckles, recalling veteran biologist Dr. Jack Frazier’s words. "Sea turtles will always find a way to do something that baffles you." Although lighthearted, Dr Kartik's remark speaks to his instinctive curiosity and ever-evolving understanding of sea turtles. A leading scientist and sea turtle conservationist from India, Dr Kartik Shanker is a strong advocate for decolonising sea turtle conservation and embracing more pluralistic ways of engaging with nature - a notion that he weaves throughout this candid conversation.Part one of this bonus episode begins with Dr Kartik exploring the enduring mysteries of arribada (mass nesting events that continue to baffle researchers). But the discussion soon takes a deeper turn, examining how conservation practice often prioritises visible, emotionally charged threats while overlooking the more complex, intangible challenges facing sea turtles.The conversation on conservation conundrums continues in part two of the episode, where Dr. Kartik confronts one of the most side-stepped topics in sea turtle conservation: the consumptive use of sea turtles. He critiques the dominant philosophy of protectionism, questioning its unintended consequences and urging the conservation community to reconsider its approach.This episode goes beyond sea turtles, it tackles the larger idea of how we perceive our relationship with nature and the very practice of conservation itself. So tune in now for a conversation that challenges the status quo and raises some tough questions.<h4>Further Reading, Sources & References:</h4><h4> </h4><ul><li>Shanker, K., Pandav, B., & Choudhury, B. C. (2004). <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006320703001046" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">An assessment of the olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) nesting population in Orissa, India</a>. Biological Conservation.</li><li>Shanker, K. (2015). <a href="https://www.seaturtlesofindia.org/from-soup-to-superstar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From soup to superstar.</a> HarperCollins Publishers India</li><li>R, H. (2021). <a href="https://roundglasssustain.com/conservation/green-sea-turtle-conservation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The conservation paradox: Missing the meadows for the green turtles</a>. RoundGlass Sustain.</li><li>Sardeshpande, M., & MacMillan, D. (2018). <a href="https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/oryx/article/sea-turtles-support-sustainable-livelihoods-at-ostional-costa-rica/E0764E549205AC7280C60D546B3182E9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sea turtles support sustainable livelihoods at Ostional</a>, Costa Rica. Cambridge University Press.</li><li>Brockington, D. (2002). <a href="https://books.google.co.in/books/about/Fortress_Conservation.html?id=iwQkwJUpWO8C&redir_esc=y" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fortress conservation: The preservation of the Mkomazi Game Reserve, Tanzania (Vol. 13</a>). James Currey.</li><li><a href="https://www.currentconservation.org/people/kartel-shockington-2/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kartel Shockington</a>: Kartel Shockington is a failed comic book creation with special powers of rapid hair loss. He sometimes appears as Kartik Shanker, and at other times as Dan Brockington</li><li>Shanker, K., Early Capistrán, M. M., Urteaga, J., Mohd Jani, J., Barrios-Garrido, H., & Wallace, B. P. (2023). <a href="https://www.seaturtlestatus.org/articles/decolonizing-sea-turtle-conservation#:~:text=THE%20MIGRATIONS%20OF%20SEA%20TURTLE%20PEOPLE,-Arrow%20colors%20indicate&text=To%20determine%20where%20sea%20turtle,2023%20that%20received%20225%20responses." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Decolonizing sea turtle conservation</a>. SWOT Report Vol 18.</li><li><a...

September 30, 2024

The Caribbean Tortuga Story - With Renato Bruno

The Caribbean presents a fascinating paradox in the sea turtle conservation story. On one hand, Costa Rica hosts the world’s longest running and most iconic sea turtle conservation initiative. Meanwhile, just up the coast in the neighbouring Nicaragua, one of the world’s few legal sea turtle fisheries flourish.So how does this contradiction play out for sea turtles of the Caribbean? As we know by now sea turtles are global citizens, caring not for our political boundaries. The Caribbean green turtles are no different, for they nest in massive numbers in Costa Rica and forage in Nicaragua. In Episode 8, Brazilian Sea Turtle Biologist, Renato Bruno, uses the story of the Caribbean green turtle to touch upon the messier realities of sea turtle conservation - the history of sea turtle take in the region which then spurred conservation action, to the nuanced present day dynamics of both illegal and legal harvest across the Caribbean, and even the intriguing interactions between two endangered species - jaguars and sea turtles.So join us for a compelling conversation that examines the successes and challenges of sea turtle conservation in a region rich with culture, complexities and contradictions.Links for additional reading:<ul><li>Lagueux, C., Campbell, C., & Strindberg, S. (2017). <a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/314142849_Artisanal_green_turtle_Chelonia_mydas_fishery_of_Caribbean_Nicaragua_II_Characterization_and_trends_in_size_sex_and_maturity_status_of_turtles_killed_1994-2011" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Artisanal green turtle (Chelonia mydas) fishery of Caribbean Nicaragua: II. Characterization and trends in size, sex, and maturity status of turtles killed, 1994–2011</a>. Marine Biology.</li><li><a href="https://www.sustainablevision.org/astop.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Asociacion Salvemos las Tortugas de Parismina</a></li><li><a href="https://www.turtlelovecr.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Turtle Love</a></li><li><a href="https://www.turtlelovecr.org/blog/jaguars-sea-turtles-tortuguero-national-park-costa-rica/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaguars & Sea Turtles Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica</a></li></ul> To support Olive Ridley Project’s work in sea turtle conservation, you can - Name and Adopt a wild sea turtle, Adopt a turtle patient or Donate here: <a href="https://oliveridleyproject.org/donate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://oliveridleyproject.org/donate</a>Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oliveridleyproject/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OliveRidleyProject/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://uk.linkedin.com/company/olive-ridley-project" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@oliveridleyproject" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tiktok</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCudtQpJpRM7AnnifktxkFSg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a>Credits:Sea Turtle Stories podcast is presented by Olive Ridley ProjectThe host for the podcast series is Dr Minnie LiddellThe podcast is edited, mixed and mastered by Dev RamkumarThe podcast series is produced and researched by Anadya Singh

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What is Sea Turtle Stories?: Sea turtles, one of the most ancient species of our world have truly stood the test of time. They have seen human civilisations rise and fall, inspired ocean deities across cultures, and baffled scientists with their unique instincts - one of which is a hatchling's impulse to orient itself in the direction of the sea, straight from its nest.

In an effort to uncover the mysterious lives of these sea creatures, we bring you our podcast series on all things sea turtle. Join us as we dive into conversations with experts from around the world, simplifying complexities of sea turtle science, culture, and conservation.

About Olive Ridley Project :

The Olive Ridley Project (ORP), a charity founded in 2013, registered in England & Wales, Maldives and Kenya, is on a mission to protect sea turtles and their habitats through rescue and conservation medicine, scientific research, and education and outreach.

Headquartered in the UK, we currently operate in Kenya, Maldives, Pakistan, Oman and Seychelles, where we are supported by a passionate and dedicated team of scientists, veterinarians, conservationists, citizen scientists and volunteers.

For more information, visit us at oliveridleyproject.org, or for queries write to us at info@oliveridleyproject.org.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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