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Just as with other large predators, from Grizzly Bears to Wolves, humans have hunted these species and in many regions of the planet have brought them to near or complete extinction. New scientific studies show the critical importance that those animals had and have on the ecosystems that they were or are a part of. As for the oceans, sharks play this critical role. There are over 400 shark species in the world, and in this episode we will hear about their function, their challenges, and what is being done to protect them. Guest: Dean Fessler, Jr., Education Director, Shark Research Institute, Princeton, N.J.
Rob Stewart Rob and I talk about the environment, why Sharks are sophisticated animals, when he first fell in love with humanity, why he still has hope and the need for us all to go a little farther and deeper. Biography Rob Stewart is an award winning wildlife photographer, filmmaker, conservationist and educator. Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Stewart began photographing underwater when he was 13. By the age of 18 he became a scuba instructor trainer and then moved on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, studying in Ontario, Jamaica and Kenya. Before making Sharkwater (2007), Stewart spent four years travelling the world as chief photographer for the Canadian Wildlife Federation’s magazines. Leading expeditions to the most remote areas of the world, Stewart’s highly sought after images have appeared worldwide: www.robstewartphotography.com While on assignment to photograph sharks in the Galapagos Islands, Stewart discovered illegal longlining, killing sharks within the marine reserve. He tried promoting awareness through print media, but when the public didn’t respond, Stewart decided to make a film to bring people closer to sharks. At the age of 22 he left his photography career behind and embarked on a remarkable journey over four years and 12 countries, resulting in the epic Sharkwater. Sharkwater made history with the largest opening weekend of any Canadian documentary, and was the most award-winning documentary of the year, winning over 40 awards at prestigious film festivals around the world. And is credited as being the genesis for the shark conservation movement, changing government policy worldwide, and inspiring the creation of shark conservation groups. Stewart’s second film Revolution (7.6 on IMDB and 67% on Rotten Tomatoes) brought the “evolution of life and the revolution to save us” to the public, was the highest grossing Canadian documentary in 2013, was released by D films, and has won 19 awards at film festival all around the world. Stewart has written two award-winning books – Sharkwater: An Odyssey to Save the Planet (Key Porter Books), and Save the Humans (Random House). Stewart is on the board of numerous conservation groups including Wildaid, Shark Savers, Fin Free, United Conservationists, Shark Free, Shark Research Institute, and the NASA developed MEGA Global Initiative. He has made featured appearances on numerous high profile TV shows including Larry King Live, The Today Show, Tonight Show, The Late Show, Nightline, Access Hollywood, Entertainment Tonight, ET Canada, Bloomberg, The Hour, BBC1, MTV and others. Stewart continues to work towards conservation and environmental education, speaking at the University of Victoria, Yale University, Vancouver Aquarium, ROM, TEDx events, and others. In a 2011 The Grid Magazine survey, he was voted top living resident for making Toronto a better place. ---------- Please visit my website for more information on my podcasting, writing and public speaking. With thanks to producer Josh Snethlage and Mixed Media Sound. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jana of the Jungle hosts Baron Jupp Kerckerinck zur Borg, CEO of the Shark Research Institute and Shark conservationist. Kerckerinck talks about Germany’s role in the Paul Watson arrest and sharkfinning.
Interview with Marie Levine-Shark Research Institute-CITES Updatehttp://sharkbaitpod.com/Podcasts/podcast12-13.mp3Podcast resources:Shark Research InstituteOceanLogConvention on International Trade of in Endangered Species in Wild Fauna and FloraPlease subscribe to iTunes podcast:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sharkbaits-chumline/id502105224?mt=2On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sharkbaitpodFollow us on Twitter: @sharkb8chumemail: sharkbait@sharkbaitpod.com
Jana of the Jungle and co-host Todd Staley interview Peter Hammarstadt, the firstmate of Paul Watson on the television show “Whale Wars”. Also on the show Bill Macdonald of Macdonald Productions, Captain Charles Moore, founder of Agalita Marine Research Institute, and Jupp Kerkerinck, President of the Shark Research Institute. Topic discussed: the arrest of Sea Shepherd's Paul Watson in Germany for extradition into Costa Rica.
Jana of the Jungle hosts Baron Jupp Kerckerinck zur Borg, President of the Shark Institute in Princeton, New Jersey. Kerckerinck discusses the importance of shark protection and the vital role sharks play in the survival of our oceans. Kerkerinck also discusses the epidemic of shark finning on a global scale, and efforts being made to protect sharks from extinction. In addition, Kerkerinck talks about his SharkProtect project, his wonderful experiences diving with sharks, shark behavior, and his involvement in educating youth about the wonder of sharks. For more information visit the website of the Shark Research Institute at sharks.org and Kerkerinck's website at sharkprotect.com.This show will forever change your perception of sharks.
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