Edie Widder

Ocean Enlightenment is an in-depth conversation between Howard Burton and Edie Widder, Founder, CEO and Senior Scientist at Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA). After an inspiring personal story about how she became a seagoing marine biologist and deep-sea diver, this provides a comprehensive exploration of bioluminescence – a remarkable scientific phenomenon that provides us with a deeper understanding of fundamental biological processes – and the development of new programs designed to equip upcoming generations with the tools they need to deal with the environmental devastation we’re facing.

This conversation has been produced in a carefully-edited video format. Please use the contact form if you’d like to get access. We’ve also created an enhanced book developed from the conversation, while Edie Widder is featured in 3 short documentaries as well – all details are below.


This enhanced book is available in electronic format on through major booksellers, including:

Ocean Enlightenment is also part of the five-part Ideas Roadshow Collection, Conversations About The Environment, which is available in hardcover, paperback and electronic format.


Edie Widder is featured in 3 short documentaries together with several other renowned researchers.