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Explore the rich and varied traditions of the Nordic region through engaging interviews is musicians and other fascinating people, tales from Nordic folklore, and live recordings of Nordic music. Each episode is a taste of something different. Join musicians as they talk about their work, their inspiration, and their connection to the Nordic musical tradition. We also dive into the folktales and stores that have shaped the Nordic region for centuries. Please see our website at NordicOnTap.com for extra links and photos about each podcast. So whether you’re a fan of folklore and folktales, a lover of Nordic music, or curious about the rich cultural heritage of the Nordic countries we invite you to join us for a journey into the heart of Nordic tradition.
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Sunday Jan 22, 2023
Sunday Jan 22, 2023
The Seattle Aquarium is expanding to include sharks from Indonesia. Is this for the entertainment value or is there an educational component as well? What is the role of aquariums regarding public education, anyway? Is it to appreciate and have empathy for the fish, otters, seals, penguins, etc. or motivate conservation and sustainable behavior? At the same time, Seattle's sister city in Norway (Bergen) is planning to completely rebuild the National Aquarium in a new location.
Join us as we visit the Bergen Aquarium to ask these questions about the role of the aquariums today. First we take a tour with zookeeper Joachim Ekeli to hear about flatfish, the national fish, penguins, the "flowers of the sea", and the tall ship, Statsraad Lemkuhl, sailing the world on the One Ocean Expedition.
Then we meet the aquarium's CEO, Aslak Sverdrup, to learn the history of the aquarium and its connection to the Institute of Marine Research. Who owns the aquarium now, how will a new one get built, and where will it be? What will it take to get all the various jurisdictions, including business, industry, academia, and the public onboard, to build the World Ocean Center known simply as "O"?
This podcast is a combination of fascinating marine biology, a study in how humans affect their environment, and the political will and fortitude necessary to create an even better National Aquarium in the future.
Check out our links and photos at our episode website at nordicontap.com so see Joachim, Aslak, the Lemkuhl, and other neat things.
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