Empowering Seatizens with Anna Oposa

21st Century Mermaids

In this opening episode of Season 2, Danni Washington speaks with "Chief Mermaid" Anna Oposa. Anna is a Filipina ocean conservationist and the co-founder of Save Philippine Seas, an organization that aims to protect coastal and marine environments through education and community-based projects. Oposa dives deep on the work she has done to change the narrative around her native seas and the communities that rely on a healthy ocean. From work with local governments to protection of thresher sharks to the best marine puns, Anna gives a wonderful glimpse into the beautiful Philippine seas that she and her nation are working hard to protect. Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, comment, and review! -- 21st Century Mermaids is supported by The Baum Foundation. Audio Production: Vagabond Podcast Productions Production Assistant: Carrie Wentzel