Whales, Krill & the Spirit of Alaska | Captain’s Chat

What do krill, communication, and conservation have in common? Whales — and the man decoding their world, Dr. Fred Sharpe.

In this episode of Captain’s Chat, Captain Liam Devlin welcomes Dr. Fred Sharpe of the Alaska Whale Foundation aboard M/Y Unbridled to explore the raw magic of Alaska’s untamed frontier. From bubbling whales to soaring seabirds, Dr. Sharpe dives deep into the science and spirit of the region.

They unpack the mysteries of marine food webs, the awe of diving in Alaska’s icy waters, and why spiritual connection to wild places still matters.

If you’ve ever wanted to understand nature beyond the brochure — this is your boarding call.

🧭 You’ll Learn:
✅ Why Alaska’s marine productivity is off the charts
✅ The truth about whale behavior, communication & recovery
✅ The role of krill, salmon & complex food webs
✅ Top diving spots and wildlife encounters in SE Alaska
✅ Why science, yachting, and spirituality are more connected than we think

From the science of survival to the soul of the sea — this is Alaska, unfiltered.

Learn more about Dr. Fred Sharpe & whale research: 
https://www.alaskawhalefoundation.org 
https://happywhale.com/home
https://www.seti.org/news/whale-seti-groundbreaking-encounter-with-humpback-whales-reveals-potential-for-non-human-intelligence-communication

🌐 Learn more about M/Y Unbridled:
https://yachtunbridled.com

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