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On Season 7 of The Catch, host Rux Guidi and her reporting team head to Jamaica to see firsthand how the country is rebuilding from Hurricane Melissa with natural tools that promote coastal resilience. These nature-based solutions, such as sea grass and mangroves, routinely support better outcomes after severe storms and are an important tool as Jamaica and other coastal communities around the wor... more

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The coastline is never too far in Jamaica, no matter where you are. But there is a fierce battle playing out over access to the island nation’s beaches, pitting new developers against local fisherpeople who rely on the ocean for their livelihood. And... more

Jamaica has become a major vacation destination, selling an image of pristine waters and untouched beaches. But the demands of tourism often go against the needs of the local ecosystem. To better understand how natural and human factors are impacting... more

On Season 7 of The Catch, host Rux Guidi and her reporting team head to Jamaica to see firsthand how the country is rebuilding from Hurricane Melissa with natural tools that promote coastal resilience. First, the team talks to artisanal fisher Michae... more

On Season 7 of The Catch, host Rux Guidi and her reporting team head to Jamaica to see firsthand how the country is rebuilding from Hurricane Melissa with natural tools that promote coastal resilience. These nature-based solutions, such as seagrass a... more

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Recent Guests

Chauntelle Green Parkins
Chief scientific officer at the Port Royal Marine Laboratory
Port Royal Marine Laboratory
Episode: S7 Part II: Sun, Sand, and Sea
Michael Downer
Former hotel employee turned activist and beach access advocate
Independent activist
Episode: S7 Part II: Sun, Sand, and Sea
Edmund Bartlett
Jamaica's tourism minister
Government of Jamaica
Episode: S7 Part II: Sun, Sand, and Sea
Michael Henry
President of Port Royal Fisherfolk Friendly Society
Port Royal Fisherfolk Friendly Society
Episode: S7 Part I: Seeing Is Believing
Dr. Jonathan Greenland
Welsh art historian, curator, and arts administrator; director of the National Museum of Jamaica
National Museum of Jamaica
Episode: S7 Part I: Seeing Is Believing
President Serangal Wipps
President of Palau; advocates for ocean conservation and sustainable fishing practices
Palau
Episode: S6 Part IV: Hope for the High Seas
Alana Seed
Palau's ambassador to the UN and Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States; focuses on building consensus for small island nations
Palau
Episode: S6 Part IV: Hope for the High Seas
Dorothy Wickham
Local reporter and co-reporter for the episode
Episode: S6 Part II: Tuna Bonanza
Adrian Wickham
General Manager of National Fisheries Development Limited and seasoned tuna industry worker
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Ruxandra Guidi
Host of The Catch; Foreign Policy

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • I love it and I’m 11

    You make it so understandable for kids and a good concrete description. This was amazing.🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kandelstick
    United Statesa year ago
  • I love it!

    I absolutely LOVE this podcast, I love learning about the marine life and about how others see the problems of fish and the ocean itself. I listen to this at home, school, and when I’m traveling, it’s entertaining and informative. So I highly recommend listening to this for all ages! 😄

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sofulalatina
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great investigative work and storytelling

    Great investigative work and storytelling on an important topic. I love the primary source interviews of different stakeholders, review of relevant history and current events and insights on interconnections between the ecosystem and human activities. Have relistened to it all three times and am looking forward to more seasons hopefully.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chiquitocolibri
    United States2 years ago
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    I Chinese girl bro💀💀💀🇨🇳

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    3
    sofulalatina
    United States2 years ago
  • Human Population

    Is there any surprise to any of this? The problem is simply human overpopulation.

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Overall, listeners praise tangible takeaways for coastal resilience and policy relevance.
Some comments reference broader issues or opinions not central to Jamaica-focused episodes.
Content is accessible for general audiences while staying data-driven and credible.
Production quality and on-the-ground reporting are highlighted as strengths.
Shows strong investigative storytelling with diverse stakeholder voices.

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S7 Part II: Sun, Sand, and Sea
Q: What were your feelings when you worked in the hotel industry and saw the effects of tourism on workers?
The interviewee described a realization of how the industry can empower some workers while leaving others feeling powerless, highlighting the need for better contracts, fair pay, and broader beach access.
S6 Part V: Nature’s Protectors
Q: What's it like, because it's such a small community?
It's a very big challenge to rangers because we're already in body contact, fighting already.
S5 Part IV: The Human Impacts of Disappearing Fish
Q: What does the local fishing community think about the government's involvement?
The fishing community feels a lack of transparency and engagement from the government regarding fishing policies.
S5 Part IV: The Human Impacts of Disappearing Fish
Q: What are the health impacts of the fish meal plants on the community?
Health issues like high blood pressure and diabetes have risen significantly as local diets shift away from fish.
S4 Maine Part II: What's Crab Got to Do With It?
Q: What do we learn about the impact of invasive species on Maine's fishing communities?
Invasive green crabs are decimating native species and affecting the lobster industry, but some fishermen are finding ways to adapt and incorporate them sustainably.

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A field-focused series examining Jamaica's coastal resilience and the natural tools that help buffer storms, with emphasis on mangroves, sea grasses, and reefs. Episodes explore how tourism, local livelihoods, and coastal management intersect, highlighting community voices, scientific data, and policy perspectives as Jamaica rebuilds after Hurricane Melissa. Notable around this topic are the practical realities of restoration, the balancing act between economic activity and ecological limits, and the push for inclusive access and nature-based adaptation as a model for other coastal communities.

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