Artist. Veteran. Scientist. Educator. Explorer. Author. We are all multidimensional beings, sure. But it’s fair to say that Marcus Eriksen has a few more dimensions than most. As co-founder of 5 Geyers, he’s led over 20 expeditions exploring and researching the world’s oceans. Research published by 5 Geyers, eventually led to the creation of the Microbead-Free Waters Act, signed by President Obama and passed in 2015. As the co-founder of LEAP LAB, he lectures on biophilia, and the role of art, science, and self-reliance to achieve urban resilience. In this conversation, Nai’a and Marcus discuss reconnecting with hope; scientific and artistic exploration; the impact of getting published; and the logistics of proposing at sea.