The Fisheries Podcast
A weekly podcast sharing stories of the amazing people and projects that make up the fisheries science profession.
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Saturday May 27, 2023
Saturday May 27, 2023
This week Katelyn chats with Jessica Robichaud, a Ph.D. student in the Cooke Lab at Carleton University. Jessica talks about her experiences as an undergraduate and graduate student, her involvement in government research projects, and the incredible field location of her current research.
Main point: creativity and resilience in the field is important.
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
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Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Sunday May 21, 2023
Sunday May 21, 2023
This week, Elise (IG: @elise_the_mermaid) sits down with Dr. Kevin Feldheim of the Chicago Field Museum's Pritzker DNA Lab to talk about how genetics research can be used as a tool for population monitoring and conservation. They chat about parthenogenesis in elasmobranchs, the high value of long-term datasets, shark research in the Midwest, and more!
Remember: Appreciate biodiversity!
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, sticker, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday May 13, 2023
Saturday May 13, 2023
This week Kadie chats with Dr. Kassandra Ford, an evolutionary biologist who will be starting as an Assistant Professor in the Fisheries, Wildlife, & Conservation Biology Department at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities in Fall 2023. Kassandra's work examines how head and skull shape relates to diet and habitat occupancy, and how these patterns have evolved over time. Her PhD and postdoctoral work largely focused on tropical freshwater fishes, but she is looking forward to expanding her research to the native fishes in the Midwest and Great Lakes! She will also be overseeing the Ichthyology Collection at the Bell Museum and assisting with outreach events to connect scientists with the public.
In this episode, we cover how Kassandra became interested in skull morphology, some recent projects on convergent evolution in freshwater electric fish, and Kassandra's plans for her new lab and work as the curator of the Ichthyology Collection at the Bell Museum.
Main point: evolution is not linear
If you'd like to reach Dr. Ford or learn more about her work, you can check out her website at kassandraford.com, find her on twitter @kassthefish, or send her an email at kassthefish@gmail.com.
Also, read Dr. Ford's 2022 paper on convergent evolution in freshwater electric fish craniofacial morphology here!
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday May 06, 2023
Saturday May 06, 2023
This week's podcast guest is Dr. Neil Hammerschlag, who you may recognize from Discovery Channel's "Shark Week". In this timely episode, Reid sits down to ask Dr. Hammerschlag about his new business, Atlantic Shark Expeditions, about public engagement and perception in shark conservation, and about the line between ecotourism and eco-harassment. Additionally, hear them chat about bioaccumulation and Pearl Jam.
Remember: be passionate.
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday Apr 29, 2023
Saturday Apr 29, 2023
Katelyn Cunningham will soon be joining the team of hosts for the podcast but we should get to know her first. Listen in to hear us go through Katelyn's young career, learning how she became interested in fish, her current stop as a Ph.D. student at Carleton University and all the stops along the way.
Main point: Freshwater Ecosystems Are Important!
Her first episode will go out May 28th and you can reach her on Instagram @cunningham_katie.
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday Apr 22, 2023
Saturday Apr 22, 2023
This week we catch up with past guest and past host Julie Vecchio! Believe it or not, it has been 4 years (WHAT?!?!) since Nick first interviewed Julie on the podcast and almost 2 years since Julie stepped away from hosting...we have some stuff to catch up on. She now works as an Assistant Marine Scientist for the South Carolina DNR and has a handful of interesting projects to chat about. Listen in to hear what Julie has been up to.
Main point: Everything touches the ocean!
To listen to her original episode: https://fisheriespodcast.podbean.com/e/044-through-the-fish-eye-lens-and-what-julie-vecchio-saw-there/?fbclid=IwAR2lpz5DjAKsyFRVpsB8BN9xod7KCM_WSWFh3XVt2rfr3ik9aNuf06ScDKY
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
In this week's episode, Zach discusses the impacts of non-native Alabama Bass introductions on black bass species assemblages in rivers and reservoirs throughout the Southeastern United States with experts Steve Sammons and Lawrence Dorsey.
Main points: Don't move fish around and sometimes the worst invasive fish can be those in your background!
Steve's email address: sammosm@auburn.edu
Lawrence's email address: Lawrence.Dorsey@ncwildlife.org
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Get in touch with us!
The Podcast is on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the Fisheries Podcast here:
https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast merch: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 whom those individuals are affiliated with in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday Apr 08, 2023
Saturday Apr 08, 2023
This week Kadie chats with Dr. Paul Kanive, the president of the California White Shark Project. Paul has been studying white sharks since 2008, when he volunteered to assist with field operations on the Tagging of Pacific Pelagics (TOPP) project. In 2009, he began his graduate studies, focusing on modeling and estimating white shark population parameters at Montana State University in Bozeman. After earning a Master’s degree in Fish and Wildlife Management in 2015, he continued his work on white shark population dynamics, earning a Doctorate degree in Fish and Wildlife Biology in 2020. Tune in to hear about the history of white shark monitoring efforts off the coast of California, some cool white shark facts, and why the California White Shark Project came into existence last year!
If you would like to get in touch with Paul you can reach him at californiawhitesharkproject@gmail.com. If you would like to learn more about the California White Shark Project, you can check out their website or Instagram @californiawhitesharkproject. You can contribute to California white shark monitoring efforts by donating directly, purchasing hoodies on their website, or you can buy artwork or stickers from Thomas David Ritter. 100% of the proceeds go towards white shark research costs.
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
This month, Reid sits down with Dr. Chuck Bangley to discuss all things spiny dogfish. Listen in to hear about the potential for sustainable shark fisheries, the intersections of social and natural science, the importance of local knowledge and perspective in fisheries research and management, and the impetus for equity, diversity, and inclusion in research. Not to be forgotten is a discussion of tidal energy demonstration sites in The Minas Basin, and ensuing public perception.
Remember: collaboration is key.
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, sticker, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
Finally! The members of the United Nations have agreed to a treaty that will manage and protect the marine biodiversity that lies outside of national jurisdictions--almost 2/3 of the global ocean. In this episode Gabrielle Carmine of the Duke Marine Lab returns to the show to give Anders Halverson an insider's view of the agreement. What's in the agreement? How did it happen? Tune in to find out!
If you want to get in touch with Gabrielle, you can reach her at gabrielle.carmine@duke.edu or find her on Twitter @GabbyCarmine
You can find Anders at his website.
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Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
In this week’s episode, Elise chats about environmental policy, the importance of outreach, and even extraterrestrial life with Dr. Patrick Shirey for Part 2 of Meeting the Candidates - be sure to check out last week’s episode for Part 1! Dr. Shirey is a Certified Ecologist, Certified Fisheries Professional, and Assistant Professor in the Department of Geology and Environmental Science at the University of Pittsburgh. He has served in many roles in AFS throughout his career and is now one of two candidates running for the role of 2nd Vice President of AFS. Voting begins tomorrow, March 20th, and will remain open until April 28th. As a reminder, only AFS Members can cast a vote for their favorite candidate, so now would be a great time to join if you haven’t already! For membership details, click the link below:
https://fisheries.org/membership/join/
Main point: Be kind to others and to yourself.
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, sticker, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
This week's episode is a bit different than usual, as Kadie interviewed one of the candidates for the 2nd Vice President of the American Fisheries Society (AFS), Dr. Margaret Murphy. Elise Hayden will be interviewing the other candidate in a future episode. As a reminder, only active AFS members are allowed to vote in these elections, so be sure to renew or start your membership to participate in the election.
Dr. Margaret Murphy is a Fisheries Program Manager for Vermont Fish & Wildlife. In this episode, we cover Margaret's path to her current position, how AFS has shaped her career, and what her vision would be for AFS if she is elected as the 2nd Vice President.
Main Point: Listen more and give less advice
Learn more about starting or renewing your AFS membership here: fisheries.org/membership
Get in touch with us!
The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod
Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast
Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop
Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music.
The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a 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 those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).