Why have sharks been so successful? With Dr James Lea
It's our 50th episode!! To celebrate, host Isla is joined by shark scientist and CEO of the Save Our Seas Foundation Dr James Lea to talk about the amazing evolutionary success of sharks and their rel...
21 Des 202358min
How do I build a career in shark science? Featuring the guests of season 4!
Starting out on your own career journey can be a little daunting, which is why we’ve put together this special episode of World of Sharks, filled with advice, experiences and anecdotes from the guests...
7 Des 202353min
How might pollution impact sharks? With Franco Cristiani
Plastics. Oil spills. Industrial chemicals. Herbicides. Pesticides…the list of substances that we have dumped in the sea is endless. But scientists are only just beginning to understand the true exten...
23 Nov 202353min
Translating science into conservation action with Rob Bullock and Henriette Grimmel
We’re heading back to the Seychelles this week to chat with research and programme directors for the Save Our Seas Foundation D’Arros Research Centre (SOSF-DRC), Dr Rob Bullock and Henriette Grimmel! ...
9 Nov 202357min
Ghost sharks: chimaeras, the sharks’ forgotten cousins with Dr Luz Erandi Saldaña Ruiz
It's spooky season! And we're taking the opportunity to celebrate some close relatives of sharks and rays who don't get talked about as much as they deserve: the chimaeras. Also known as ghost sharks,...
26 Okt 202349min
Shark brains: how are they wired? With Dr Kara E. Yopak
Have you ever wondered what a shark’s brain looks like? How the brain of a goblin shark compares to a mako? What makes a whale shark tick? Or…what it’s like to get a shark brain in the post? These are...
12 Okt 202359min
Saving sharks in the Seychelles with Ellie Moulinie and Dillys Pouponeau
This week, we are transporting you to a tropical island haven for sharks and rays in the beautiful outer islands of the Seychelles! We will be guided by the wonderful Dillys Pouponeau (@dillyseychelle...
28 Sep 202357min
How powerful is a shark’s sense of smell? With Dr Lauren Eve Simonitis
Sharks have a reputation as 'swimming noses' - but just how well can they smell? This week we are diving into the fascinating world of snoot science with aquatic sensory biologist Dr Lauren Simonitis!...
14 Sep 202353min
