Dr Abalone

Dr Abalone

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  • Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 4

    Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 4

    Ocean Planet. In a future where sporting competitions take place on distant planets, a Hawaiian surfer seeks to reclaim her fame and followers while defeating her nemesis once and for all. But once she hears the songs of the Thalassa, she’ll discover that winning might not be the most important thing.

    April 4, 2020
    Animal ethics, Environment, Marine Biology, Philosophy, Science, Surfing
  • Launch of Songs of Thalassa

    Launch of Songs of Thalassa

    It’s finally here! After blogging for seven years about marine biology, surfing, and science I have pulled it all together in my new book, Songs of Thalassa. The book is based on extensive scientific research, including astronomy, marine biology, surfing, and ocean science, all set in the reaches of deep space. The plot follows the main character, Sage, a Hawaiian surfer, as she takes the spiritual journey of a lifetime.

    April 3, 2020
    Animal ethics, Environment, Marine Biology, Philosophy, Science, Surfing
  • Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 3

    Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 3

    Big Island. In a future where sporting competitions take place on distant planets, a Hawaiian surfer seeks to reclaim her fame and followers while defeating her nemesis once and for all. But once she hears the songs of the Thalassa, she’ll discover that winning might not be the most important thing.

    March 28, 2020
    Animal ethics, Environment, Marine Biology, Philosophy, Science, Surfing
  • Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 2

    Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 2

    Milo. In a future where sporting competitions take place on distant planets, a Hawaiian surfer seeks to reclaim her fame and followers while defeating her nemesis once and for all. But once she hears the songs of the Thalassa, she’ll discover that winning might not be the most important thing.

    March 21, 2020
    Animal ethics, Environment, Marine Biology, Philosophy, Science, Surfing
  • Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 1

    Songs of Thalassa: Chapter 1

    Sage. In a future where sporting competitions take place on distant planets, a Hawaiian surfer seeks to reclaim her fame and followers while defeating her nemesis once and for all. But once she hears the songs of the Thalassa, she’ll discover that winning might not be the most important thing.

    March 14, 2020
    Animal ethics, Environment, Marine Biology, Philosophy, Science, Surfing
  • Toffler on Science Fiction

    “Science fiction…has immense value as a mind-stretching force for the creation of the habit of anticipation. Our children should be studying Arthur C. Clarke, William Tenn, Robert Heinlein, Ray Bradbury and Robert Sheckley, not because these writers can tell them about rocket ships and time machines but, more important, because they can lead young minds […]

    February 9, 2020
    Environment, Philosophy
  • Walking Whales and The Rise of the Cetaceans

    Walking Whales and The Rise of the Cetaceans

    Whales are the most marine of all creatures yet I never fully appreciated their terrestrial origins until I saw the walking whales.

    February 1, 2020
    Animal ethics, Environment, Marine Biology
  • Dr. Abalone’s Address to the Western Society of Naturalists

    Dr. Abalone’s Address to the Western Society of Naturalists

    Whilst you all have been frolicking along the shores and diving in the sea, as is your way, I, Dr. Abalone, have been scouring the TVsphere for the perfect message for the youngsters of my favorite society, the Western Society of Naturalists. After extensive research I unleash upon you a slew of films so gripping, they win the piscatorial prize for perfection. Because only those that truly love the sea and live daily at its mercy, such as yourselves, can transcend self into a passion for protecting the planet .

    November 25, 2019
    Environment, Marine Biology, Philosophy
  • The Quest for a Monster 100 Foot Wave

    The Quest for a Monster 100 Foot Wave

    Everyone’s trying to set a new big wave record by pushing the physical limits of wave riding. It’s extremely dangerous, and the world is watching to see who will set the next record, currently at 80 feet. It’s a sport where you can make a career out of a single giant wave. Many have tried. But many more have failed.

    November 13, 2019
    Surfing
  • Listen to the Children

    Listen to the Children

    Listen to the planet, the scientists, and the children, and you will know a warmer world is happening, with all its associated consequences. Now we need action to stop the bleeding and future consequences of our carbon-based technology. We can do it, we are already are, but not fast enough to make a difference.

    September 23, 2019
    Animal ethics, Environment, Marine Biology
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