The Fisheries Podcast

082-Finding Jem-o the Moana of fisheries!

This week Julie talks with Jem Baldisimo, a native of the Philippines, who is studying the change in genetic diversity in species that are collected from Philippine reefs as a part of the aquarium trade. She is comparing contemporary diversity to the diversity observed over 100 years ago when the Smithsonian sent an expedition to study the reefs.
 
You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram @FindingJemo
Her PhD project is on Twitter @PhilippinesPIRE 
Facebook: PhilippinesPIREProject
 
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And remeber: To bridge the gap between science and policy we must work together and keep in mind the ecological, economic, and societal impacts of our actions!
 
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with an larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).

Fisheries Diversity and Inclusion Podcast Episode 2

SHARK WEEK DEI SPECIAL!!!  Aaron Bunch spends time with Executive Board members of the Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS) to discuss their important mission.  Check out their awesome website https://www.misselasmo.org/ and consider donating to their cause.  These researchers have a passion for sharks, and want to pave the way for future generations!  
A website housing diversity, equity, and inclusion materials along with links to all of our podcasts will soon be available on http://diversity.fisheries.org.  It is being developed and we will let you know when it is ready.

081 - Sharks and Sea Rescues with Madeline Cashion

This week Nick chats with Madeline Cashion. Her experiences in fisheries have taken her around the world from shark work in South Africa to corals in the North Atlantic, she has done a bit of everything. 
 
Main Point: Representation in science in very important
 
Photo Credit: Kyle Gillespie Source: http://www.seaaroundus.org/tag/madeline-cashion/

080: Food Web Ecology & Science Communication with Ben Martin

This week Brett chats with Ben Martin, a PhD student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, about his research on food web ecology and the Spiny Water Flea, science outreach, and more! 
 
Find out more about Ben here: https://martibe14.wixsite.com/bmartin-fish
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Amazing intro-outro music graciously provided by Andrew Gialanella
Cover Photo Credit: Dave Brenner, Michigan Sea Grant (https://www.flickr.com/photos/miseagrant/4034689877)

079-Fisheries Diversity and Inclusion Podcast

This week we are previewing a new podcast hosted by by Aaron Bunch and Deon Kerr all about diversity and inclusion in the field of fisheries. In this podcast they'll be talking about a variety of topics that affect all of our lives. 
 
If you want to follow their podcast, you can find it at diveristy.fisheries.org
 
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Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic music.
 
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078-Christina Carter LOVES fisheries!

In this episode Julie chats with Christina Carter about her work as a fisheries biologist with the USVI government, her family's Atlantic crossings by sailboat, and why she thinks fisheries is the most exciting field in the world. 
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Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic music.
Email Christina: oceanlover2105@gmail.com or follow her on Instagram: Curby2105
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And remember: Work together and have an open mind!
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with an larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).

077 - Invasions and Biosecurity with Lauren Flynn

In this episode, Nick chats with Lauren Flynn. She has bounced around various positions in her young career and we highlight a few of those stops as well as her recent Master's degree work with Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout. 
 
Main Point: There are trout in the desert!

076 - River Stories, Black Bass, & Fish Art with Hank Hershey

This week Brett interviews Hank Hershey about his graduate research at Auburn University, his love for fly fishing remote stretches of river for rare native Black Bass species, and his art skills. Be sure to check out Hank on twitter to learn more about him and follow his work @spoonbill_hank. 
And remember: Focus on competency, not achievements, and be confident that you are not an imposter in your own field. 
 
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Photo Credit: Hank Hershey, from Twitter (@spoonbill_hank)

075 - A Changing World with Dr. Scott Bonar

In this episode Nick chats with Dr. Scott Bonar. Scott is a professor of natural resources at the University of Arizona, leader of the USGS Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, and also the current President of the American Fisheries Society. We briefly cover the main points of Scott's plan of work as president which includes climate change, communication, standardization, and the AFS 150th meeting. 
 
Main Point: Don't forget the importance of ecology in education!

074-The FISHstory project at the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council with Allie Iberle

In this episode Julie chats with Allie Iberle of the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council. She chats about her background and about a new citizen science initiative that the SAFMC has implemented called FISHstory. In this project, citizen scientists use the Zooniverse platform to identify fish in over 1200 pictures taken between the 1940s and the 1970s at a dock in Daytona, Florida. The aim of the project is to create a baseline for commercial and recreational fisheries catches in the South Atlantic region. 
If you would like to learn more, click on the link for the FISHstory page: https://safmc.net/safmc-fishstory/
If you would like to learn more about the SAFMC, click this link: https://safmc.net/
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic music.
Email Allie at the SAFMC: allie.Iberle@safmc.net
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And remember: Always introduce yourself!
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with an larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
 

073 - Social Media Stories and Tips with Dr. David Shiffman

In this episode Nick interviews Dr. David Shiffman, the man, the myth, the legend behind the Why Sharks Matter social media handle. We touch briefly on why sharks matter to David and why they should matter to you before moving on to talking about his social media expertise. We cover how he got started, some tips for people just getting started, how to deal with the haters, and some funny stories of accusations and questions. 
Learn more about Dr. Shiffman here or follow any of his social media accounts @WhySharksMatter
Link to David's baby shark interview: https://qz.com/quartzy/1414162/how-scientifically-accurate-is-baby-shark-a-shark-expert-weighs-in/
 
Main Point: Sharks are not a threat to people!

072: Monitoring estuarine fish and remaining curious with Bill Roumillat

In this episode Julie chats with Bill Roumillat, her original fisheries mentor, and the mentor to countless other marine biology graduate students at the College of Charleston.
They chat about Bill's career in fisheries, why he's always loved helping graduate students, and how he's staying busy and curious in retirement. 
Remember: Keep trying! You can attain your goals!
 
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic music.
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The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with an larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).