Ocean Wings Podcast
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Ocean Wings is a podcast about conservation, civic courage, and the ripple effect of nature. Tune in weekly for stories of how manta ray magic leads to positive action, personal healing, and meaningful change.
Licensed therapist Rae Madison Gerber has returned to swim with the manta rays three times. In this episode, she talks about how those encounters deepened her Body Trust practice, supported her healing, and reshaped her relationship with the ocean.
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Listen here oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rae-...
February 12, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Licensed therapist Rae Madison Gerber has returned to swim with the manta rays three times. In this episode, she talks about how those encounters deepened her Body Trust practice, supported her healing, and reshaped her relationship with the ocean.
Listen here oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rae-...
Listen here oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rae-...
What studying elephant seals in California really looks like 🦭🦭
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Listen to the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/ashl...
February 9, 2026 at 5:16 PM
What studying elephant seals in California really looks like 🦭🦭
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Listen to the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/ashl...
Amy Spring, a scientist, engineer, and civic journalist, shares a simple truth: focus on what you can do right now in your own sphere of influence, because the more good you see and do, the more good grows in the world.
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Watch or listen to the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
February 5, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Amy Spring, a scientist, engineer, and civic journalist, shares a simple truth: focus on what you can do right now in your own sphere of influence, because the more good you see and do, the more good grows in the world.
Watch or listen to the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
Watch or listen to the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
Chris Gorman shares how he was struck by the amount of plastic we use in everyday life, and how visiting Hawaii or national parks makes him more mindful about recycling and caring for the environment.
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Watch or listen to the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/chri...
February 2, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Chris Gorman shares how he was struck by the amount of plastic we use in everyday life, and how visiting Hawaii or national parks makes him more mindful about recycling and caring for the environment.
Watch or listen to the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/chri...
Watch or listen to the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/chri...
Chris Gorman is an avid traveler from Nebraska, America's most landlocked state. He shares how he researches travel experiences, why he chooses sustainable tourism experiences, and how Hawaiian culture influences his daily choices.
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Listen to the episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/chri...
January 29, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Chris Gorman is an avid traveler from Nebraska, America's most landlocked state. He shares how he researches travel experiences, why he chooses sustainable tourism experiences, and how Hawaiian culture influences his daily choices.
Listen to the episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/chri...
Listen to the episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/chri...
Rowan Daugherty, a political science and law student at the University of San Diego, shares a grounded perspective on respect, expectation, and why nature never owes us a performance.
Watch/listen to the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rowa...
Watch/listen to the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rowa...
January 26, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Rowan Daugherty, a political science and law student at the University of San Diego, shares a grounded perspective on respect, expectation, and why nature never owes us a performance.
Watch/listen to the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rowa...
Watch/listen to the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rowa...
After swimming with manta rays, Heidi Maldonado, a vegan triathlete, started asking deeper questions about impact, values, and alignment, and made the brave choice to step away from racing.
Watch or listen to the episode where she shares this journey here 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
Watch or listen to the episode where she shares this journey here 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
January 22, 2026 at 6:15 PM
After swimming with manta rays, Heidi Maldonado, a vegan triathlete, started asking deeper questions about impact, values, and alignment, and made the brave choice to step away from racing.
Watch or listen to the episode where she shares this journey here 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
Watch or listen to the episode where she shares this journey here 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
As customers, we assume that tour companies obtain permits for activities like surfing lessons or marine life-watching tours. While that’s correct, the process can be surprisingly complex. Hawaii State Representative Nicole Lowen, explains how environmental legislation really works in this episode.
January 19, 2026 at 6:23 PM
As customers, we assume that tour companies obtain permits for activities like surfing lessons or marine life-watching tours. While that’s correct, the process can be surprisingly complex. Hawaii State Representative Nicole Lowen, explains how environmental legislation really works in this episode.
What happens when we stop expecting nature to give us an “experience”? Rowan Daugherty joins Martina to talk about environmental ethics, Aldo Leopold’s land ethic, and how shifting from egocentric to ecocentric thinking changes everything.
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Watch/listen here 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rowa...
January 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
What happens when we stop expecting nature to give us an “experience”? Rowan Daugherty joins Martina to talk about environmental ethics, Aldo Leopold’s land ethic, and how shifting from egocentric to ecocentric thinking changes everything.
Watch/listen here 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rowa...
Watch/listen here 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rowa...
Marine biologist Ashley Jacob on the moment she knew she wanted to work with animals when she grew up: watching the movie Dolphin Tale.
Watch the episode to hear Ashley’s fascinating journey - ending up working with manta rays in Hawaii 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/ashl...
Watch the episode to hear Ashley’s fascinating journey - ending up working with manta rays in Hawaii 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/ashl...
January 16, 2026 at 6:24 AM
Marine biologist Ashley Jacob on the moment she knew she wanted to work with animals when she grew up: watching the movie Dolphin Tale.
Watch the episode to hear Ashley’s fascinating journey - ending up working with manta rays in Hawaii 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/ashl...
Watch the episode to hear Ashley’s fascinating journey - ending up working with manta rays in Hawaii 👉🏻 oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/ashl...
How do laws actually get made? Representative Nicole Lowen discusses Hawaii's lawmaking process and why ocean conservation policy moves so slowly - from the long struggle to regulate ocean recreation to progress with renewable energy.
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January 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM
How do laws actually get made? Representative Nicole Lowen discusses Hawaii's lawmaking process and why ocean conservation policy moves so slowly - from the long struggle to regulate ocean recreation to progress with renewable energy.
oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rep-...
oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/rep-...
That time W Ray was pregnant - and how the males were still interested in her!
December 30, 2025 at 6:25 PM
That time W Ray was pregnant - and how the males were still interested in her!
Turning the table for this episode: where Martina would usually interview others, this time she’s the one answering questions from marine biologist Dawn Murray.
This longer episode is loaded with cool stories as well as exciting insights about manta rays.
This longer episode is loaded with cool stories as well as exciting insights about manta rays.
Dawn Murray & Martina Wing on the lives and habits of manta rays — Ocean Wings podcast
A two-hour deep dive into everything manta rays, with two ocean experts (marine biologist Dawn Murray and manta ray advocate Martina Wing) geeking out about the gentle giants of the ocean. Find all…
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December 26, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Turning the table for this episode: where Martina would usually interview others, this time she’s the one answering questions from marine biologist Dawn Murray.
This longer episode is loaded with cool stories as well as exciting insights about manta rays.
This longer episode is loaded with cool stories as well as exciting insights about manta rays.
Ocean Wings is a video-first podcast; while you can simply listen to the episodes like a regular (promise you won’t miss anything), the videos have cool manta ray footage added whenever we can (plus captions).
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see new episodes as soon as they’re out!
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see new episodes as soon as they’re out!
Ocean Wings Podcast
From manta ray magic to meaningful change: conversations about the preservation of our planet, civic courage, and the ripple effect of nature. Join Martina Wing and her guests as each episode…
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December 24, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Ocean Wings is a video-first podcast; while you can simply listen to the episodes like a regular (promise you won’t miss anything), the videos have cool manta ray footage added whenever we can (plus captions).
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see new episodes as soon as they’re out!
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see new episodes as soon as they’re out!
From long days tracking elephant seals to guiding night swims with Hawaii’s reef mantas, Ashley Jacob built a career as a marine biologist by choosing work that matched her values. Hear her story on the latest episode of the Ocean Wings podcast.
A marine biologist's journey from California elephant seals to Hawaii's manta rays (with Ashley Jacob) — Ocean Wings podcast
This episode looks at how early interests can turn into a fulfilling career, and why taking the right opportunities can beat chasing a perfect plan.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:48 PM
From long days tracking elephant seals to guiding night swims with Hawaii’s reef mantas, Ashley Jacob built a career as a marine biologist by choosing work that matched her values. Hear her story on the latest episode of the Ocean Wings podcast.
“There’re a lot of bad things happening right now, and it’s really hard to hear about them. And you do need to know about them - but you can't keep your focus on that. Your focus needs to be on what little thing can you do, right now, right here.”
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Full episode oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
December 22, 2025 at 6:22 PM
“There’re a lot of bad things happening right now, and it’s really hard to hear about them. And you do need to know about them - but you can't keep your focus on that. Your focus needs to be on what little thing can you do, right now, right here.”
Full episode oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
Full episode oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
When Abraham Hickson first snorkeled with manta rays, it lit up something inside him. At his young age, he connected with Martina over the need for his generation to speak up, get informed, and get involved. Hear his story in the new Ocean Wings episode.
Watch or listen here.
Watch or listen here.
Building a BS radar: a 16-year-old on misinformation, conservation, and civic engagement (with Abraham Hickson) — Ocean Wings podcast
A childhood encounter with manta rays turned into a wake-up call. After witnessing guests disturb them, sixteen-year-old Abraham Hickson found his voice, and now uses it to advocate for ocean…
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December 21, 2025 at 5:48 PM
When Abraham Hickson first snorkeled with manta rays, it lit up something inside him. At his young age, he connected with Martina over the need for his generation to speak up, get informed, and get involved. Hear his story in the new Ocean Wings episode.
Watch or listen here.
Watch or listen here.
Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse where someone manipulates another person to the point where they question their perception of reality. Martina shares where the expression originated!
December 20, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse where someone manipulates another person to the point where they question their perception of reality. Martina shares where the expression originated!
What happens when a meditation teacher and a manta ray expert both find themselves stuck at home during a pandemic? In this episode, Amanda and Martina talk about how they created Manta Ray Meditations - a free video meditation series with manta ray footage.
Watch or listen here!
Watch or listen here!
Creativity in uncertain times: from corporate burnout to manta ray meditations (with Amanda Weber) — Ocean Wings podcast
A conversation between meditation teacher Amanda Weber and underwater filmmaker Martina Wing grew into Manta Ray Meditations, a guided video meditation series with underwater manta footage.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:48 PM
What happens when a meditation teacher and a manta ray expert both find themselves stuck at home during a pandemic? In this episode, Amanda and Martina talk about how they created Manta Ray Meditations - a free video meditation series with manta ray footage.
Watch or listen here!
Watch or listen here!
People are more distracted than ever, and that's where visual meditation comes in: while you listen to the track, you focus on manta rays gliding through the ocean.
Try the meditations: mantarayadvocates.com/manta-ray-meditations - watch the episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amanda-meditation
Try the meditations: mantarayadvocates.com/manta-ray-meditations - watch the episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amanda-meditation
December 18, 2025 at 5:48 PM
People are more distracted than ever, and that's where visual meditation comes in: while you listen to the track, you focus on manta rays gliding through the ocean.
Try the meditations: mantarayadvocates.com/manta-ray-meditations - watch the episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amanda-meditation
Try the meditations: mantarayadvocates.com/manta-ray-meditations - watch the episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amanda-meditation
Two sisters went swimming with manta rays. After a series of events, one quit competitive triathlon - the other redirected her career to local government transparency.
In this episode, Amy & Heidi share how they found their sphere of influence - and took action. oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
In this episode, Amy & Heidi share how they found their sphere of influence - and took action. oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
Two sisters on civic engagement and sustainable living (with Amy Spring & Heidi Maldonado) — Ocean Wings podcast
Martina Wing interviews two sisters: vegan triathlete Heidi Maldonado and local government watchdog Amy Spring. This is for anyone who cares about the state of the world but doesn't know where to…
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December 17, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Two sisters went swimming with manta rays. After a series of events, one quit competitive triathlon - the other redirected her career to local government transparency.
In this episode, Amy & Heidi share how they found their sphere of influence - and took action. oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
In this episode, Amy & Heidi share how they found their sphere of influence - and took action. oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-...
Vegan triathlete Heidi Maldonado on veganism: “it made me a better athlete, a better human being, feeling like I was making a more positive impact”.
Watch the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-heidi-life-changes
Watch the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-heidi-life-changes
December 16, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Vegan triathlete Heidi Maldonado on veganism: “it made me a better athlete, a better human being, feeling like I was making a more positive impact”.
Watch the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-heidi-life-changes
Watch the full episode here: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/amy-heidi-life-changes
The Ocean Wings podcast is out now! 🎙️ Hear from marine scientists, future changemakers, former guests, and fellow manta ray advocates as we explore how nature can heal trauma, ignite action, and reconnect us with our true purpose in life.
Find all the links on the website: oceanwingspodcast.com
Find all the links on the website: oceanwingspodcast.com
Ocean Wings podcast with Martina Wing
Ocean Wings is a podcast about conservation, civic courage, and the ripple effect of nature. Hosted by manta ray advocate Martina Wing. New episodes weekly.
oceanwingspodcast.com
December 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The Ocean Wings podcast is out now! 🎙️ Hear from marine scientists, future changemakers, former guests, and fellow manta ray advocates as we explore how nature can heal trauma, ignite action, and reconnect us with our true purpose in life.
Find all the links on the website: oceanwingspodcast.com
Find all the links on the website: oceanwingspodcast.com
Abraham’s only 16, but last summer was the 3rd time he came to Hawaii to swim with manta rays. In this clip, he describes his first encounter with mantas, which lit a strong desire to speak up for those who can’t speak up for themselves.
Watch the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/abra...
Watch the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/abra...
December 14, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Abraham’s only 16, but last summer was the 3rd time he came to Hawaii to swim with manta rays. In this clip, he describes his first encounter with mantas, which lit a strong desire to speak up for those who can’t speak up for themselves.
Watch the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/abra...
Watch the full episode: oceanwingspodcast.com/episode/abra...
Almost every night, I see people meeting manta rays in their natural habitat. This often leads to deep conversations about life, our planet, and our relationship with nature... The Ocean Wings podcast is my way to share these stories with the world. It launches on Monday, but here's the trailer!
Ocean Wings Trailer
Ocean Wings is a podcast about conservation, civic courage and the ripple effect of nature. Tune in weekly for real stories of how manta ray magic leads to positive action, personal healing and…
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December 13, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Almost every night, I see people meeting manta rays in their natural habitat. This often leads to deep conversations about life, our planet, and our relationship with nature... The Ocean Wings podcast is my way to share these stories with the world. It launches on Monday, but here's the trailer!