A wave-splashing tale of the First Lady of Limu! Dive into the fascinating life of Isabella Aiona Abbott. From her early days in Hawaii to becoming a world-renowned expert on Pacific Ocean algae, her journey was filled with scientific curiosity and groundbreaking accomplishments. Drawing on the wisdom passed down through generations, she showed us how to connect with the natural world and use the oceans gifts for food and more. Ms. Abbott broke barriers by being the first Hawaiian woman to earn a PhD in science, discovering over 70 edible seaweeds, and leaving an enduring legacy in marine botany and Hawaiian ethnobotany. Go to the episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/isabella-aiona-abbott/      If you liked this story about Isabella Aiona Abbott, you might like learning about other American Asian and Pacific Islanders who forged new paths in the arts and sciences: https://jonincharacter.com/kids-podcast-playlist-for-aapi-heritage-month/ CREDITS: This episode has been a Jonincharacter production. Today’s story was written and produced by Molly Murphy and performed by Jonathan Cormur. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Hamilton Studio Recordings. Get our very merry version of Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol” about the BAH! HUMBUG! of a man called Ebenezer Scrooge! For a small fee you can support our podcast AND get access to this exclusive bonus episode, about cultivating joy and spreading holiday cheer all year long. Go to buymeacoffee.com/dorktales to purchase and download.  Support the showREACH OUT! Subscribe to @dorktalesstorytime on YouTube Write to us at dorktalesstorytime@gmail DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime Newsletter/Free Resources: https://bit.ly/dorktalesplus-signup One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales Original Music Available on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!