Facts over Fear w/OCEARCH Founder Chris Fischer

Facts over Fear w/OCEARCH Founder Chris Fischer

Some changes to the podcast. We will be releasing some of our older favorite episodes on Mondays and releasing new content on Wednesdays. With over 230 species and 130 interviews to date, we realize there are some episodes you might have missed. We are committed to keep telling these incredible stories and you are helping us do that. Thank you!! You can learn more about OCEARCH and their shark tracker HERE Chris Fischer has led 17 global expeditions since 2007 to advance science and education, facilitating millions of dollars in collaborative ocean research on apex predators involving over 50 scientists and 20 institutions. Fischer’s ultimate goals, through the support of sponsors such as Caterpillar, are to enable scientists and governments around the world to generate groundbreaking data in an open source environment while enabling dynamic STEM education. Fischer believes that being inclusive is inspiring. By breaking down institutional barriers, the resource-focused projects of his non-profit, OCEARCH, facilitate research progress at a rate otherwise not possible. Concurrently, students are being engaged with a K-12, STEM educational curriculum based on sharks and the OCEARCH Global Shark Tracker. This near real-time dynamic tool allows anyone to track and learn about sharks along with the brightest PhDs in the world. An initial phase of lesson plans, for grades 6-8 and developed by Landry’s Inc., is launching in the fall of 2013. Fischer and his team pioneered the method for capturing and releasing mature white sharks and other large marine species on a 75,000 lb. custom research platform aboard the 126’ Motor Vessel OCEARCH, a one-of-kind research vessel powered by two Cat marine propulsion engines and three auxiliary generators. Obtaining unprecedented data, researchers can identify breeding areas, feeding areas, migratory corridors, and birthing sites – ensuring centrist, data driven conservation. The work of OCEARCH and Fischer has been featured in over 5,000 news stories in 2013 and a series of ongoing short films sponsored by Costa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 75: The Magnificent Mountain Gorilla Part II

Episode 75: The Magnificent Mountain Gorilla Part II

We return with more on Gorillas and their conservation. You can read more HERE from our first episode. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Helmi 20191h 13min

Episode 74: Gorilla Conservation with Ron Evans Cincinnati Zoo

Episode 74: Gorilla Conservation with Ron Evans Cincinnati Zoo

Ron Evans has worked at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden since 1984 as a keeper, supervisor and is currently the Curator of Primates. We spend a captivating hour learning about his work here in the United States and in the wilds of Africa, fighting to preserve these great apes.  Show notes HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14 Helmi 20191h 1min

Episode 73: The Magnificent Mountain Gorilla, Part I

Episode 73: The Magnificent Mountain Gorilla, Part I

When you look at the face of a Mountain Gorilla, you are looking back at our own reflection. Gorilla DNA matches 98.4% of humans, and only the Chimpanzee is a tad closer (we share 98.8% DNA). One of our closest relatives, Mountain Gorillas were almost on the brink of extinction, but are now slowly recovering with a focused conservation plan and with the help of ecotourism. We are dividing this episode into two parts so we can dive deeper into the data of the Mountain Gorilla. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Helmi 201951min

Episode 72: Pika Who? Ili Pika, that's Who!

Episode 72: Pika Who? Ili Pika, that's Who!

Without doubt, the Pika (pie – ka) is one of the most charismatic mammals on Earth. The Ile (ee-lee) Pika from China is endangered and has just been recently been spotted after an absence of nearly 20 years. Listen to learn more about why this species is so special and also critical to science.     Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Helmi 20191h 7min

Episode 71: World Wildlife Fund Elephant Specialist Nilanga Jayasinghe

Episode 71: World Wildlife Fund Elephant Specialist Nilanga Jayasinghe

Nilanga Jayasinghe is a senior program officer for Wildlife Conservation at WWF and focuses on Asian species, particularly elephants, rhinos, tigers and snow leopards. She has more than 15 years of extensive experience in international species conservation and has worked on conservation issues across the board in Asia, Africa and North America. We are extremely fortunate to spend an hour with her talking about her work in conservation.    Show notes HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Tammi 201947min

Episode 70: Saltys From Down Under, AKA Saltwater Crocodiles

Episode 70: Saltys From Down Under, AKA Saltwater Crocodiles

The Saltwater Crocodile is another iconic species to Australia. This largest reptile in the world has earned a fearsome reputation, but when left alone, they serve a critical role as a top predator in their areas of the world.       Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Tammi 20191h 12min

Episode 69: Zoo Talk with Bethany Bingham, President of AAZK

Episode 69: Zoo Talk with Bethany Bingham, President of AAZK

Bethany Bingham is currently the President of the Board of Directors for the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK). She discussed with us about her work in animal conservation and how the AAZk helps and educate zoo keepers from all over the world.  Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 Tammi 201954min

Episode 68: Immortal, is forever, Jellyfish

Episode 68: Immortal, is forever, Jellyfish

Jellyfish are some of the most ancient animals on Earth. One of the most peculiar is the Immortal Jellyfish. This jellyfish theoretically can live forever due to their incredible physiology and adaptations.      Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 Tammi 20191h 5min

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