Learn how Indigenous wisdom and conventional science together prove all surfers are connected with scientist, storyteller, surfer and Hydro Flask ambassador Cliff Kapono, PhD. He talks about his path from Hilo, Hawaii to San Diego, CA to pursue an advanced degree, the deep connections we have to physical places and one another, the importance of finding your indigeneity and encouraging environmental stewardship in his work with Hydro Flask, WSL PURE and more. And thanks to Salena for sending in a great tip for going plastic free! If you'd like to send one in, please email a voice memo to [email protected] with your #plasticfree tip.

SHOW NOTESThanks for listening and thanks Cliff for joining us this week. 

Thanks to Hydro Flask for supporting this episode! Be sure to check out #RefillForGood https://www.hydroflask.com/refill-for-good and remember to... 

1. Make the switch to a reusable water bottle (coffee cups, tumblers, etc)2. Ditch (i.e., Avoid Using) clamshell containers3. Stand up against single-use straws

Learn more, and share when you #RefillForGood at https://www.instagram.com/hydroflask/

You can find Cliff here https://www.instagram.com/cliff_kapono, and here http://www.cliffkapono.com/ and check out The Mega Lab here https://www.themegalab.org/

Want to learn more about International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples? Check out https://www.un.org/en/observances/indigenous-day/background

And thanks to our friend Salena for this week’s tip on how to go #PlasticFree. 

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