Podcasts about atlantic white shark conservancy

 Chester Moore interviews Cynthia Wigren of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy about their work with great whites and public outreach.

In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the remarkable return of seals to the coastlines of Cape Cod. Once nearly driven to extinction due to overhunting and human conflict, harbor and gray seals have made a triumphant comeback thanks to vital conservation efforts like the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972. We explore the history behind the near-extinction of these marine mammals, the pivotal laws that saved them, and how their resurgence is reshaping the coastal ecosystem. As seal populations have rebounded, they've attracted the return of another iconic predator: the great white shark. Cape Cod's waters, now teeming with life, have become a hotspot for shark sightings, sparking both excitement and concern among residents and visitors. In this episode, we discuss the critical role seals play in the marine ecosystem and how their presence supports the natural food chain, including the resurgence of sharks. We also highlight the work of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, an organization committed to protecting these apex predators while educating the public on their importance. From shark tagging to the Sharktivity app, the conservancy's efforts balance conservation with public safety, ensuring a sustainable future for both seals and sharks in Cape Cod's waters. Tune in for a deep dive into the intricate relationships between these animals and their environment.

It's summer, which means sharks are getting extra attention. GBH meteorologist Dave Epstein and Megan Winton, research scientist with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, talk about how warming waters affect sharks and what humans need to know about them.

It's Shark Week, so we were thrilled to have Dr. Megan Winton, Scientist from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy on with us! She had some fantastic tips for staying safe in the waters with those Great Whites!

Sharks have swum the world's waters for millennia – there is a reason they are referred to as living dinosaurs. Their presence globally is not new, but their comeback in certain parts of the world is not celebrated by everyone. In September of 2018, Arthur Medici was killed while recreating in the waters off Cape Cod after sustaining a white shark bite. His death, the first shark related death in state history since 1936, has sparked an intense debate about the sharks, seals and people who live, work and play in the waters of the Atlantic. Arthur's death prompted the question - what do we do? But also, - haven't we already done enough? We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you're listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon  or Apple Subscriptions to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Vionic Shoes: Use code NPAD to get 15% off your order when you log into your account. Cremo Bodwash: You can find all the new, decadent scents of Cremo Women's Body Wash at Walgreens, CVS, or CremoCompany.com BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off. HelloFresh: Use our link to get free appetizers for life. Sources Articles/Webpages: Boston Magazine, NPS, Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, NBC Boston, Mass Live, Boston.com, Collins Funeral Home, Cape Cod Times, LOHUD, Boston, NBC Boston (2), BioOne, NOAA Fisheries, NPR, Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, Cape Cod Times, NY Times, PEW, Patch, NPS, Live Science, CBS News Documentary: After the Bite (HBO) Download the Sharkitivity App (Apple) HERE Arthur Medici Scholarship HERE

May 23 2024 — CHATHAM, MA — This week Cape Cod had its first confirmed white shark sighting of the season, just as the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and the MA Division of Marine Fisheries kicked off 2024 research plans and recapped data from last year.

Chester Moore interviews a biologist from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy about recent great white activity on the Texas Coast and great white conservation.

In 2018, a young man swimming on Cape Cod was killed by a shark attack, the first deadly shark attack on the Cape in around 80 years. The tragedy has prompted a wave of action around the increased number of sharks around the Cape, sometimes creating tensions between conservationists and those who want sharks to go away. Director Ivy Meeropol joins us to discuss her documentary on the subject, "After the Bite," and we're also joined by Megan Winton, a staff scientist at the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy who studies sharks on the Cape. "After the Bite" is streaming now on Max.

They're the apex predators of the Atlantic, and the white sharks that live off Cape Cod have some very silly names. WBZ's Madison Rogers reports.

The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy hosted its annual media day at the Shark Center Chatham on June 13. We spoke to Education Director Marianne Walsh about the white shark research progress and free resources for the public, like the Sharktivity App and the White Shark Logbook.

Duuuunnnn duun… duuunnnnnnnn dun dun dun dun... This week Mr A+ chats to the passionate Great White Shark conservationist and researcher Megan Winton from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy in Cape Cod Massachusetts. Michael learns that there is much to discover about these incredible creatures. Follow Mr A+ on Instagram here Podcast inquiries: MrAPlusPodcast@gmail.com Learn more about what Megan does hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duuuunnnn duun… duuunnnnnnnn dun dun dun dun... This week Mr A+ chats to the passionate Great White Shark conservationist and researcher Megan Winton from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy in Cape Cod Massachusetts. Michael learns that there is much to discover about these incredible creatures. Follow Mr A+ on Instagram here Podcast inquiries: MrAPlusPodcast@gmail.com Learn more about what Megan does hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The results are in! In 2022 researchers from the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries and Atlantic White Shark Conservancy tagged 31 white sharks off the coast of Cape Cod. Last year's tagging included 18 sea trips between July and early November. Data from this long term project - which has so far tagged 277 individual white sharks in Cape waters - sees sharks arriving earlier and leaving later and provided other insights into the apex predator's patterns.

My shark guy Dr. Gregory Skomal (left) is as famous as the Great White Sharks he tags for The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. I call him 'my shark guy' because for years he's made sure to be on my radio show every year during 'Shark Week' to share his latest shark science findings, and because we always have a lot of fun on the air together. Dr. Gregory Skomal's the star of many Shark Week shows, and you've also probably seen him all over the news recently reporting on the increase of shark sightings and shark attacks near the shores on the East Coast. (Relaxing eh?) So happens the day Good Morning America jumped on board a boat with him for a shark story live from Ryders Cove, on the Cape of Massachusetts  - my CBD guy was right there. Yes I have a "CBD guy" too. LOL. Primabee CBD Founder Paul Borde (right). I'm helping him expand his best in class CBD products into unique locations.  Paul happens to live right where this news story was being shot so he ended up going down and speaking with both Dr. Greg Skomal and the  ABC News Meteoroligust Ginger Zee. They were preparing to go out on Greg's boat. Paul knows Gregs's 'my shark guy' so he mentioned to Greg they had me in common. Greg thanked Paul for brinigng  up my name and reminding him to give me a call  and let my audience know what's really going on with the sharks out there. So he called and it was a very enlightening conversation about the reasons behnd the increase in shark activity.  Enjoy the podcast of our chat with the latest inside Shark Scoop.   BTW: regarding the awesome GMA video segment they shot that day,  all i want to say is that ABC Ginger Zee is a better woman than me for going shark tagging.

August is a hot month for shark sightings. Last year the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy reported more than 63,000 detections in August, making it the month with the most detections. This past Tuesday there were 14 Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard shark sightings, with one being only 5-10 yards from the shore! Multiple beaches were temporarily such down as a result of the sightings. There to discuss shark behavior and migration patterns was Dr. Nick Whitney, Senior Scientist with the Fisheries Science Program at the New England Aquarium.

Cape Cod's great white shark season typically lasts from late spring to mid-fall, with numbers peaking between August and early October. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy detected the 2022 season's first great whites in late May and the organization anticipates a busy year in the Cape's coastal waters.

On May 21, the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy opened Shark Center Provincetown -- the non-profit's second educational outreach facility. Located on MacMillan Pier, the new, seasonal Shark Center will operate between Memorial Day and mid-October on a yearly basis.

Over the Memorial Day weekend researchers at the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy confirmed the first great white shark sighting of the season off of Cape Cod. The number of shark detections on Cape Cod has risen every year since 2013 with last year being the highest number of detections to date with a total of 169,198 detections. Does it concern you that the Cape is seeing more and more great whites every year? Will you change your vacation plans?

Thank you for tuning into the SeaBros Fishing Podcast!Our guest on this episode of the podcast is Doctor Gregory Skomal. Greg is an accomplished marine biologist, underwater explorer, photographer, aquarist, and author. He has been a fisheries biologist with Massachusetts Marine Fisheries since 1987 and currently heads up the Massachusetts Shark Research Program (MSRP). He holds a master's degree from the University of Rhode Island and a PhD from Boston University.  Greg is a perfect example of someone having a dream and persisting to make it a reality. As a young boy, after the release of the movie Jaws in 1975, he aspired to become the well known fictitious marine biologist and shark scientist Matt Hooper...and that is exactly what happened. For more than 35 years Greg has been one of the most renowned marine biologists and shark scientists in the world.Greg has been actively involved in the study of life history, ecology, and physiology of sharks. His shark research has spanned multiple fish habitats around the globe; from the frigid waters of the Arctic Circle to coral reefs in the tropical Central Pacific. In recent years, Greg has become the face of all things shark-related on Cape Cod.  Skomal and his associate, John Chisholm, were the first to successfully tag and track great whites in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean using high-tech tags through the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. The organization now has the ability to track local and long-range movements, study behavior and biology, and estimate population size of great whites in the area. Since Greg began tagging white sharks in Cape Cod and MA, he and his crew have tagged over 280 white sharks. We have been fortunate to know Greg since we were kids, and we have always admired his passion and knowledge for the ocean. This conversation was truly incredible and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!Topics Covered:Becoming the real life Matt HooperThe film JawsTagging white sharks with a pulpit and airplaneThe largest sharks he has seen in Massachusetts (Curly)Shark attack stories and theoriesThe weirdest things he has found inside of sharksWhite shark migration patterns up and down the East Coast"Oceanic Phase" for white sharksThe current white shark populationThe current seal population and managementCatching and tagging pelagic species (tuna, etc.)Improvements in tagging dataSponsors, Information, and Links from this podcast episode:Guest:Doctor Gregory SkomalGreg's FacebookAtlantic White Shark ConservancyWhite Shark Pulpit Breach VideoBooks: Shark Handbook, The Great White Shark ScientistJesse Jr. Charity Auction and RaffleThink Big Jesse CharityPodcast Social Media:SeaBrosFishing: @seabrosfishingMBG Mass Bay Guides Ultimate Fishing Adventures @massbayguidesDeep Apparel Live your obsession. 35% Off Promo Code: seabros35L.T. Marine Products Commercial Grade Fishing Equipment. @ltmarineproducts 10% Off Promo Code: seabrosSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/seabrosfishing)

It usually takes two to tango in the world of shark reproduction, but in rare cases, a baby shark can be born when there are no males around. We dive into the weird and mysterious world of asexual shark reproduction with a scientist who can explain a phenomenon that might seem impossible.

This week on Gills Talk, Kristen interviews Ashleigh Novak. Ashleigh is the Research Coordinator for the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. She is a marine scientist who is broadly interested in the spatial ecology of marine fishes, species interactions, and fisheries management. Her current work focuses on local, fine scale, movements of white sharks off of the Cape Cod coastline. We also learn about her past work with Atlantic sturgeon in southern Maine as well as Caribbean reef fishes in Buck Island Reef National Monument. We round out the interview talking about how it is ok not to be good at everything and why that's ok. You can follow Ashleigh on Twitter. Thank you all for listening! Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gillstalk/support

Many shark scientists are pushing to change the language used to describe interactions between humans and sharks, but some survivors are wary. We talk to an Australian shark biologist who is pushing for the change and two survivors who are skeptical of the effort.

Sharks populations are rapidly declining and many species are in danger of extinction. We talked to shark researcher Apryl Boyle about why that would be devastating to all life, both underwater and on land.

Scientists have conducted countless studies on shark species around the world, but know very little about what happens when they mate. We talk to senior shark scientist Nick Whitney about his research into the mysterious mating rituals of nurse sharks.

White shark season is here! They're back off the New England coast, and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy is out there tracking sharks as they feed and navigate through our waters. Marianne Walsh, the Education Director of the Conservancy, joins Nichole to talk about their Shark Smart Beach Program, the latest tech to research sharks with, and what you should know when you head to the beach. Lawrence Mayor Kendrys Vasquez talks with Nichole about the city's new plan to bring the vaccine directly to young people - by setting up outside local nightclubs on weekends through the rest of the summer. He also updates us on the state of COVID in Lawrence, and has advice for parents and others as we navigate the rise of the Delta variant.

A group of shark scientists watched hundreds of hours of Shark Week programming and didn't like what they saw. They told us their data shows that Discovery's annual cash cow has a diversity problem, and often sends the wrong message about sharks.

Fishermen and scientists can be at odds as researchers call for uncomfortable changes for both recreational and for-profit fishing. Jeff Kneebone has a foot in both worlds and wants to bring them together through research and understanding.

This week on Gills Talk, Kristen interviews Megan Winton. Megan is the Staff Scientist for the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. She specializes in quantitative fisheries biology, using statistical analyses to characterize the habitat use and population dynamics of white sharks off of Cape Cod, MA coastline. Megan talks about her favorite discovery so far and how her dog, Dusky, is an integral part of her research. You can learn more about Megan HERE Thank you all for listening! Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gillstalk/support

There's a shark the size of a house with teeth the size of your hand, but luckily for you they have been dead for millions of years. The megalodon was an impressive species of shark, but is there a chance that they still exist today? Not at all, but we are looking into why people are convinced that is the case.

Anybody Besides Me A Little Unrelaxed Thinking About Taking A Relaxing Dip In The Atlantic Ocean During 'Shark Season'?  Several huge sharks have been spotted near New York, New Jersey, and Cape Cod. Field & Stream Magazine recently quoted , OCEARCH founder and shark researcher Chris Fischer as saying  “The moment you're 3-feet in the ocean, you're in the wild, and you've taken a risk." 3 FEET???  That sounded very 'UNrelaxing'. I decided to put out an SOS for MY 'Shark Guy" Dr. Gregory Skomal to call me so we could...'discuss' just how UNrelaxed we should be at the beach this year. 'Greg' physically tags Great White Sharks for a living. He's the Senior Fisheries Scientist at the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries and currently heads up the Massachusetts Shark Research Program (MSRP). If there's a TV Shark Show, Dr. Gregory Skomal is usually in it. This is a guy who saw the movie 'Jaws' as a kid and couldn't wait to get back in the water. As opposed to most of the rest of us who saw 'Jaws' and never relaxed on a float in any body of water again.  You'll notice at the very beginning of this live radio show recording  (podcast) of our conversation I'm talking about avocado robbers not sharks. That's because after my big intro it seems 'Greg' got held up and since I was doing this show remotely, I had no idea if he was even going to show up -  so I started talking about 'whatever'. LOL  Luckily 'Shark Guy' arrived and shared really good news for beachgoers  in NY & NJ. He said, "The chances of getting bitten by a shark in those areas are really low - pretty much non existent." However he did say, up near Cape Cod near the outer Cape, white sharks are hunting seals close to shore so people probably don't want to go in past their shoulders. (Keep in mind wet suits resemble seals in the water. Why they don't make them in day glow colors or plaid I'll never know.)  On the subject of shark teeth which people collect and wear, I mentioned when I was in North Carolina in May there were women walking the beach looking for shark teeth?  Why the heck are sharks losing so many teeth I had to ask? Greg says, ‘Sharks shed their teeth throughout their entire lives. They have multiple rows of teeth constantly replacing old teeth. Think of their teeth he said, as conveyor belts. It's what they do to keep them sharp." (Another UNrelaxing thought.)    And what does a Shark Scientist think about Shark Fishing Tournaments like the ones you hear about in Montauk NY?  As long as people adhere to federal and state regulations meeting the minimum size and bag limits, he's totally cool with them. In fact, he's used tournaments over the years to get shark samples to study.    Does a shark scientist eat shark? "Most definitely said Greg, it's delicious right up there against swordfish. Better than swordfish. Very good eating"   So much fun to have a 'Shark Guy' friend! even more fun I can now 'calmly' go into the ocean '3 feet'. Maybe. You can follow Dr. Gregory Skomal  follow all the Great Whites and now you can also follow the sharks yourself too. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, created an app called "Sharktivity" in collaboration with the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, the Cape Cod National Seashore, and officials from Cape Cod and South Shore towns to raise awareness of the presence of white sharks off their coast. That should app-solutely come in handy next time you're about to dip your toes in the ocean during shark season.  PS Dr. Gregory Skomal's shark research has spanned multiple fish habitats around the globe. He's written dozens of scientific research papers and has appeared in a number of film and television documentaries, including programs for National Geographic, Discovery Channel, ESPN, and numerous television networks. His most recent book, The Shark Handbook, is a must buy for all shark enthusiasts.  

Our first episode! This week on Gills Talk, Kristen will be talking to Gills Club Co-Founder, Marianne Long. Marianne is the Education Director at the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. Marianne talks about the origins of the Gills Club, her interests in sharks, and our oceans, and her advice on how you can be involved in shark and ocean conservation. Thank you all for listening! Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gillstalk/support

Welcome to Gills Talk! Gills Talk is a podcast that will introduce you to women working in shark and ocean science through interviews. Gills Talk is a branch of the Gills Club. With the motto “Smart About Sharks,” the Gills Club fosters positive attitudes towards sharks and jump-start youths' interest in STEM subjects, boosting their chances of entering careers in science. The Gills Club is the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's STEM-based education initiative dedicated to connecting youth with female scientists from around the world, sharing knowledge, and inspiring the next generation of shark and ocean advocates. Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gillstalk/support

A new study from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy found white sharks off of Cape Cod spend almost half of their time in waters shallower than 15 feet. WBZ NewsRadio's Rob Woodard reports.

A group of Black women working in shark science are trying to bring needed diversity to their field with their new organization, Minorities in Shark Science. MISS president Jasmin Graham told us that finding other shark researchers like her was shocking — “What, another Black woman in shark science? That’s wild!" — and what the group is doing to bring diversity to marine science.

Kara Yopak heads the Yopak Zombie Lab at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where she studies what all zombies love: brains. She has a collection of shark brains that she believes holds the key to predicting shark behavior — just don’t ask her if sharks are smart.

Do you have a fear of sharks because of what you've seen on TV and in movies? In this episode, Alex sits down with expert Kristen Kibblehouse from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy to break the negative stigma of sharks and teach you everything you want to know about these misunderstood animals. So, grab your lifejackets to join Alex and Kristen on a boat ride into the depths of the ocean to learn about the largest predatory fish in the world: great white sharks. For sources and more information, please visit our website.Sign up for our email list on our website for the chance to win a free On Wildlife t-shirt!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/onwildlife)

And white sharks seem to behave differently in Canada’s waters than elsewhere, too, according to Heather Bowlby, lead researcher at the Canadian Atlantic Shark Research Laboratory at Fisheries and Oceans Canada. She took time from her research to tell us about what Canada thinks of great white sharks and what the sharks think of Canada.

Shark research legend Dr. Greg Skomal is back on the podcast to talk about getting a first-person view of a shark’s life and other ways his team has been tracking sharks off Cape Cod this summer.

Being a single shark mother is hard, especially when you have to worry about dad eating a baby or two. Dr. James Sulikowski, a shark expert at Arizona State University, shares some fascinating facts about shark babies and describes what it is like giving shark moms on-the-spot sonograms.

Ever wonder how a shark reacts to a hurricane? No they don’t combine with them like in the “Sharknado” movies, but it turns out sharks don't always get out of the way when a big storm hits, either. That's one of the things Bryan Legare, a shark researcher with the Center for Coastal Studies, told us about his studies of the fine-scale movements of white sharks in the Cape Cod area.

Cathi talks with Megan Witton, Staff Scientist at the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, about their research and findings. Chris and Brian discuss whether gold and silver are favorable investments at this time. 

Shark Week has been airing on the Discovery Channel for decades and has had a major impact on the world of shark research and the public’s perception of sharks. We dive into this annual event with Marianne Long of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, which is featured in an episode this year, on why people keep coming back to the TV event and how it helps the future of shark research.

Dr. James Sulikowski had been studying sharks off Maine when a white shark killed a swimmer, the state's first deadly shark attack ever. He joined us to explain what we know about sharks in this area, how people should think about risk when swimming and how climate change factored in.

Megan Winton, a research scientist with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, joins Nichole on the show to talk all things sharks! She details the different types of sharks we find off the coast of New England, and explains their behaviors. Megan also talks about the Conservancy's research, their Sharktivity app, and how people can keep themselves safe while they're near the water.

The world of shark research, much like the world of an undercover spy, is all about using the right tools to collect information. I talked with Megan Winton at the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy about the exciting new technology they are piloting this summer to spy on sharks, including balloons that look like blimps flying over Cape Cod beaches.

The AWSC unveils their new app called Sharktivity to track sharks off the coast of New England.

The AWSC unveils their new app called Sharktivity to track sharks off the coast of New England.

Shark Tales is back at the start of a shark research season that has a very different feel. Coronavirus has brought a lot of changes to Cape Cod, so we caught up with the staff at the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy on what they are seeing.

Sharks have a tough public image and Cynthia Wigren, the founder of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, dedicates her life to changing people's perspectives. Hear about why she founded the conservancy and her thoughts on the shark debate in Cape Cod.

Shark sightings and encounters grab the headlines, but there is so much more going on in the world of sharks. Research scientist Megan Winton talks about how statistics are essential in figuring out the "shark puzzle."

NOAA shark researcher Lisa Natanson digs into sharks to learn more about how they age and reproduce. We talk about some of the strange things she has found inside, and get into the weird development of shark babies

Seals play a major role in a shark's diet and the culture around these predators in Cape Cod. Researcher Andrea Bogomolni is studying seals to learn more about how they fit into our ecosystem. Learn more about what her research is finding, and why we should all agree that ticks are worse than sharks.

Nan-Sea? Cool Beans? Sharks in Cape Cod have been given a long list of unique names based on their looks, encounters and even memories of loved ones. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's research scientist, Megan Winton, explains their process for identifying sharks and shares some very special stories from the oddest names.

Dr. Greg Skomal is a shark biologist at the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries and the face of shark research in Cape Cod during shark season. We talked about his decades of research into ocean life, dealing with media feeding frenzies and raising a family. (Collaboration with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy)

Married couple Chris and Monique Fallows have been studying a special area in South Africa where sharks can often be seen jumping out of the water. For over 20 years, they have captured photos and data on this unique phenomenon. Hear why this breaching occurs so much in their area, and how sharks came into play for their first date.

More shark sightings on the cape and a way to keep yourself safe; Britain taking a big bite out of reducing plastic bag use and the great Aquascape debate, with me special guest Rachel Fogle of ReefWeeds! All this and more on episode 74 Reef News Network RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Upcoming Events: Reef-A-Palooza California - 8/17 & 8/18/19 Reef-A-Palooza Chicago - 10/19 & 10/20/19 Aquarium Care Center Bash - 8/24/19 Philly Splash - 9/14/19 CTARS Fragtoberfest - 10/26/19 Sponsors: Fritz Aquatics: www.FritzAquatics.com Reef Breeders: www.ReefBreeders.com Reef Kinetics: www.ReefKinetics.com News: Rachel: There have been more than 150 great white shark sightings since June off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, a popular East Coast vacation spot, according to scientists. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's sharktivity app indicates that there have been more that 161 shark sightings off the coast of Massachusetts since June 1. The same shark can be spotted multiple times, scientists note. This summer, however, did create something of a perfect stormwarming oceans attract both sharks and beach goers, and something does need to be done. Instead of killing more sharks, though, repelling them seems to be a much smarter idea. That's where a company called Surf Safe comes in. For around $400, a guy named Dave Smith will sell you a simple device that you can install on your surfboard that might just prevent an attack. https://nbcnews.to/2MQ2ilw https://bit.ly/2MaC2CK Peter: The scourge of plastic in our oceans has received lot of publicity in recent years, especially in the UK where TV documentaries (notably the Blue Planet series) have brought the issue into the nation's homes. It seems the country is doing well in saying no' to one of the major culprits, the disposable plastic bag. With the amount of plastic entering the oceans estimated at a worrying 8 million tons, any news story that shows a bit of good news is very welcome. The British press is reporting that plastic bag use has halved within a year, according to usage at major supermarkets. https://bit.ly/33kZDWL Main Topic: Aquascaping and the companies that make the goods you need! Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Wayne Davis is a pilot and photographer that currently flies around Cape Cod looking for great white sharks. His fish spotting skills are invaluable to shark research, and Wayne loves to see the ocean from his unique point of view. Hear some stories from a man who has been working over the ocean for decades.

Shark skin may not be as rough as you think and shark poop can be quite shocking. Marianne Long is the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's Education Director and she has some thoughts on shark conservation (and plenty shark facts at her disposal.)

We kick things off with a look into shark research with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's research scientist Megan Winton. Hear how we could soon get a whole new perspective on sharks with exciting new technology.

Think you know everything about sharks off Cape Cod? See what NBC10 Boston and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy have in store for you this summer.

We love hearing the stories of entrepreneurs and leaders who broke away from traditional career paths in favor of following their passions. That’s one of the reasons we were so excited to chat with Cynthia Wigren, founder of Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. Cynthia founded the Conservancy in 2012 after a career in online trading for energy companies to pursue a newfound love for white sharks. Learn more about her story, why she’s so passionate about white sharks, and what we can do to safely share the waters with them.

Our guest this week is Marianne Long, Education Director of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and Co-Founder of the Gills Club. Marianne works to foster the engagement of young girls in the study of sharks, and I was curious to talk to her about the outreach and education events they offer. We also get into a little bit about the funding of research on sharks and the latest kinds of research methods.

Join Dr.Carlos as he chats with Shark Week's Cinematographer and shark expert Joe Romeiro on the mind of a shark. Growing up in and around the water, Joe Romeiro developed a love for the ocean at a young age. After seeing his first shark when he was just 5 years old, he has been captivated by them ever since. A self-taught filmmaker, he founded 333 Productions in 2007 with fellow producer & shark conservationist Bill Fisher. Since then, 333 Productions has created four award-winning films, "Silent Requiem", "Death of a Deity", "A Lateral Line" and "Shark Culture".Most notable awards received include: the prestigious Blue Ocean Film Festival's "Best New Filmmaker" and "Best New Cinematographer" in 2009, ADEX "Underwater Video of the Year Award" in 2010, and the "Ocean Inspiration Award" in 2011, awarded by a panel of esteemed judges and industry professionals in a video competition sponsored by Celine Cousteau, honoring the life of her Grandfather, Jacques Cousteau.As Joe pursues his quest to travel the world to capture the images of sharks in ways that no one else has, he portrays them as beautiful creatures that are an important and critical element of our oceans eco-system. He has worked with renowned film and television media industry professionals, marine biologists and shark behaviorists to bring to light little known shark actions and activities that astound audiences worldwide, bringing that enduring and indelible 333 Productions touch.His mission: to protect sharks by educating and dispelling the myths surrounding them through film and through personal interaction.A member of the Explorers Club , Ocean Artists Society And board member of Atlantic White Shark Conservancy ,his work has been featured on Discovery Networks, National Geographic, BBC , Shark Week 2012-13-14 Good Morning America and various other T.V. productions.

Greg Skomal is the classic adventurous scientist; driven to discover all he can about his subject and willing to go anywhere to slake his thirst for knowledge.   "Not all science is boring." He is the Senior Scientist at the Massachusetts Shark Research Program and works closely with both the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and OCEARCH to study Great White Sharks.  He literally wrote the book on sharks (The Shark Handbook) and is very enthusiastic about translating the science literature for the lay public to learn about and enjoy this fascinating family of animals. “It's one thing to really like sharks, it's another thing to really study them.  I think it's great to love Shark Week, but that doesn't make you a scientist.” Sharks have been around for over 400 million years, an awful long time to perfect the glorious evolution evident in every sweep of their tail and gnash of teeth, and in this podcast Greg shares his fascination with this most amazing of creatures along with stories of his experiences diving with sharks in the Arctic, the Caribbean, and Pacific. Studying sharks has shaped Greg's world, and he talks about how the science has shifted dramatically from only being able to access dead sharks to now being able to track in real time the peregrinations and through that the individual personalities of one of the most well traveled species on the planet, the Great White Shark. “A good scientist needs commitment, curiosity, and passion for their subject." Greg talks about the importance of shark scientists and shark aficionados, what it takes to make a difference, and how you can help sharks tremendously from either path.  Enjoy!