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Videos, talks & movies

Storytellers and innovators share their experiences, hopes and dreams for Nature

The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.
- Jacques Cousteau

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The ocean

How Big is the Ocean?

Scott Gass reminds us of the influence we have on the ocean—and the influence it has on us

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A Plastic Ocean

A powerful documentary that uncovers the reality of plastic pollution and its impact on marine life.

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My Octopus Teacher  - Netflix

A beautiful  story about the unlikely friendship between a filmmaker and an octopus—and how it changed his life.

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Mission Blue  – Netflix

Follow Sylvia Earle’s incredible journey and her mission to protect the “blue heart” of the planet.

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How Whales Change Climate

Discover the astonishing role whales have in reshaping our climate.

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Coral Reef Rescue

Scientists and conservationists work together to help coral reefs adapt to a changing ocean.

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A Coral Reef Love Story

Marine biologist Ayana Elizabeth Johnson shares five reasons to love parrotfish and what we risk losing as climate change accelerates.

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The Secret Life of Plankton 

Tiny creatures. Massive impact. A bite-sized science story that’s full of wonder.

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SeaLegacy’s Short Films 

Short, stunning visual stories that spotlight ocean beauty, climate threats and hope.

" Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.


— Lao Tzu
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Challenging impossible

Defying what's possible and creating what's next

Boyan Slat, the Ocean Cleanup

Cleaning up tons of plastic from the ocean with creativity, technology and determination

Alex Goad & the MARS Project

Artificial reef design using modular innovation.

 

David Lang – My Underwater Robot,
Let's Protect the Oceans like National Parks

Co-founder of OpenROV and Sofar Ocean, Lang helped democratize underwater exploration and ocean monitoring with low-cost, open-source tech.
 

Grace Young – Tidal Change, Innovators of Tomorrow

An ocean engineer developing underwater robots for coral reef monitoring, blending science, design, and exploration.

 

Douglas McCauley – Protecting the Oceans with Big Data

Marine biologist using big data and real-time ocean tech to track threats and protect marine ecosystems.​

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Grace Young

" No problem is too big or too small. If it matters to you, just start innovating
- Alex Goad, MARS

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Speaking about and for Nature

Kaitlin Yarnall – Mapping the World’s Stories

"Thank you for caring about storytelling. Thank you for caring about the environment. And if. you can marry both, you have a secret sauce."

Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson – A Love Story for the Coral Reef

Marine biologist Dr. Ayana Johnson shares a funny, heartfelt story about parrotfish and why storytelling matters in saving coral reefs.   Learn more on her official website.

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Cristina Mittermeier – Enoughness: The True Tale of a Mexican Turtle Camp

A short film that brings conservation to life through community voices and the power of quiet, personal storytelling.

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Sylvia Earle – My Wish: Protect Our Oceans

A passionate call to protect the “blue heart” of our planet—told with hope, urgency, and love for the ocean.

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Paul Nicklen – Tales of Ice and Light

Wildlife photographer Paul Nicklen shares emotional stories from Arctic waters—and how images can move hearts more than data.

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Robin Wall Kimmerer – Braiding Sweetgrass

Robin Wall Kimmerer takes us on a guided nature tour of Clark Reservation State Park in Jamesville, NY as Spring welcomes back migrating creatures and sends a message to wake up those who have taken a Winter rest.

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Belonging to the Ocean – A Story of Connection

A poetic short film that explores our emotional bond with the ocean—and how love can lead to protection.

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Woman Solo Sailing Across the Atlantic | Full Documentary

A powerful true story of resilience, courage, and the deep emotional connection between one woman and the ocean

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Bringing the natural world into our hearts and minds

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Paul Nicklen

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Inside each of us is a natural-born storyteller, waiting to be released.

— Robin Moore

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