The Catch

Ruxandra Guidi

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Booking Overview

The Catch follows host Rux Guidi and her team reporting from the field on real-world climate and resilience solutions, with a focus on how nature-based approaches can reduce disaster harm. Recent episodes include conversations with scientists and community figures—ideal for PR pitches tied to climate adaptation, coastal ecosystems, and environmental justice.

Metrics

Episodes: 50

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Female

Location: USA

Instagram: 258.0k followers

Contact Information

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Host

Ruxandra Guidi - Host of Season 7 of The Catch, leading reporting on Jamaica’s rebuilding from Hurricane Melissa and highlighting nature-based coastal resilience solutions. Mentions a reporting team and, in at leas...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Researchers/scientists tied to marine or coastal ecosystems; museum and heritage experts with regional subject-matter knowledge; local community stakeholders (e.g., fishers, activists, or tourism/hospitality workers turned advocates) who have firsthand experience tied to climate impacts and recovery.
Required Achievements:  
leadership roles in marine/coastal research institutions, published or recognized expertise in local marine ecology, museum or heritage leadership in regional maritime history, notable local advocacy or community organizing related to environmental protection

Recent Guest Discussions

Chauntelle Parkins - Jamaica’s Reefs And How Natural And Human Factors Are Impacting Them Alongside Tourism And Ecosystem Needs

Jonathan Greenland - Port Royal History And Jamaica’s Seafaring Past

Michael Henry - Changes He’s Seeing In The Harbor After Hurricane Melissa And Broader Environmental Shifts

Recent Topics

Climate, Resilience, Coastal, Environment, Ecology

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Catch
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S7 Part III: Beach Access Denied

July 01, 2026

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 all of this is made worse by natural disasters and other effects of climate change that are rapidly reshaping the landscape itself. The reporting team meets with two local activists who are trying to hold onto the beach before it’s gone. Learn ...

S7 Part II: Sun, Sand, and Sea

June 24, 2026

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 Jamaica’s reefs, host Ruxandra Guidi talks with Chauntelle Parkins, the chief scientist at the Port Royal Marine Laboratory. Then, a hotel worker-turned-activist shares his experience fighting for a better future. Learn more about your ad choices...

S7 Part I: Seeing Is Believing

June 17, 2026

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 Michael Henry in Port Royal about the changes he’s seeing in the harbor. Then museum director Jonathan Greenland shares more about Port Royal and Jamaica's seafaring history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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