Dr Catherine MacDonald's guest appearances

Dr Catherine MacDonald

The Wild Life

Into The Wild

World of Sharks

Catherine Macdonald

Sebastian Echeverri

David Shiffman

Steve Backshall

Kassandra Ford

David Roberts

GEORGE MONBIOT

Mary Anning

Pete Cooper

Archie Maddocks

Charlie Jacoby

James Miller

Rich Wilson

Andrew Lewin

Nick Hayes

OwlTail

*TW: This is a powerful and very important conversation, however, there are references to systemic racism, sexism, discrimination and sexual assault which some listeners may find triggering [32-47 mins]* Pursuing a career in marine science can be hugely rewarding. You can make a living studying the ocean and its inhabitants, and answering those important questions that one day might help save our seas – pretty cool, right? But setting out on the scientific path can also be a daunting, and at times, overwhelming experience. Where do you even begin? How can you get a foot in the door? Should you do a PhD? What should your research question be? And what if you don’t ‘fit the mould’?! If you’re about to take the plunge into science, or are just considering dipping in a toe, then fear not - this week we have amazing shark scientists Alifa Haque, Catherine Macdonald and Jasmine Graham on the pod to discuss their own journeys into science, the triumphs and challenges along the way, and any advice they have for budding scientists out there. We also discuss some of the systemic and structural barriers still present, and how the scientific community can work to make science a more inclusive, representative and accessible profession, on both an individual and institutional level.  Alifa: https://saveourseas.com/project-leader/alifa-bintha-haque/, @alifa_haque (twitter), @haque.alifa (Instagram) Jasmin: @Elasmo_Gal (twitter), @MISS_elasmo, https://www.misselasmo.org/, https://www.marscilace.org/ Catherine: Field School (www.getintothefield.com), RSMAS (rsmas.miami.edu), Instagram: @drcatmac, Twitter: @dr_catmac

*TW: This is a powerful and very important conversation, however, there are references to systemic racism, sexism, discrimination and sexual assault which some listeners may find triggering [32-47 mins]* Pursuing a career in marine science can be hugely rewarding. You can make a living studying the ocean and its inhabitants, and answering those important questions that one day might help save our seas – pretty cool, right? But setting out on the scientific path can also be a daunting, and at times, overwhelming experience. Where do you even begin? How can you get a foot in the door? Should you do a PhD? What should your research question be? And what if you don’t ‘fit the mould’?! If you’re about to take the plunge into science, or are just considering dipping in a toe, then fear not - this week we have amazing shark scientists Alifa Haque, Catherine Macdonald and Jasmine Graham on the pod to discuss their own journeys into science, the triumphs and challenges along the way, and any advice they have for budding scientists out there. We also discuss some of the systemic and structural barriers still present, and how the scientific community can work to make science a more inclusive, representative and accessible profession, on both an individual and institutional level.  Alifa: <a href="https://saveourseas.com/project-leader/alifa-bintha-haque/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://saveourseas.com/project-leader/alifa-bintha-haque/</a>, @alifa_haque (twitter), @haque.alifa (Instagram) Jasmin: @Elasmo_Gal (twitter), @MISS_elasmo, <a href="https://www.misselasmo.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.misselasmo.org/</a>, <a href="https://www.marscilace.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.marscilace.org/</a> Catherine: Field School (<a href="http://www.getintothefield.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.getintothefield.com</a>), RSMAS (<a href="http://rsmas.miami.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rsmas.miami.edu</a>), Instagram: @drcatmac, Twitter: @dr_catmac

Becoming scientists and overcoming barriers with Alifa Haque, Dr Catherine Macdonald and Jasmin Graham

It's #SharkWeek2020...and it is easily one of the best examples of a massive divide in how the general public sees an animal compared to how experts see and talk about them. Science Twitter is a buzz with fact checking, jokes, and outright facepalming while Mike Tyson rumbles on the reef with Jaws and entertainment programs portray sharks as serial killers of the deep. That isn't the only dark side of all of this either. We talk about some of those things throughout this episode, but mostly we dispell some myths and mistruths while learning about what makes sharks so amazing!We talk shark diversity, finning, bad movies, mermaid purses, why not to chase sharks, and so much more!Learn more about today's guest at https://www.drcatherinemacdonald.com/ Follow her on Twitter @dr_catmacRead her Op-Ed in Scientific American at https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-dark-side-of-being-a-female-shark-researcher/Read the mentioned Forbes article by Melissa Cristina Marquez, based on research by herself, Dr David Shiffman, and Dr Catherine MacDonald at https://www.forbes.com/sites/melissacristinamarquez/2020/08/12/inaccurate-and-biased-global-media-coverage-is-a-threat-to-sustainable-shark-conservation/#7c4a19193fc1Follow us on Twitter @thewildlifepod and Instagram @thewildlife.blog and @devonthenatureguySupport us at paypal.me/thewildlife or become a member at patreon.com/thewildlifeCheck out our merch at thewildlife.blog/shop

It's #SharkWeek2020...and it is easily one of the best examples of a massive divide in how the general public sees an animal compared to how experts see and talk about them. Science Twitter is a buzz with fact checking, jokes, and outright facepalming while Mike Tyson rumbles on the reef with Jaws and entertainment programs portray sharks as serial killers of the deep. That isn't the only dark side of all of this either. We talk about some of those things throughout this episode, but mostly we dispell some myths and mistruths while learning about what makes sharks so amazing!We talk shark diversity, finning, bad movies, mermaid purses, why not to chase sharks, and so much more!Learn more about today's guest at <a href="https://www.drcatherinemacdonald.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.drcatherinemacdonald.com/</a> Follow her on Twitter @dr_catmacRead her Op-Ed in Scientific American at <a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-dark-side-of-being-a-female-shark-researcher/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-dark-side-of-being-a-female-shark-researcher/</a>Read the mentioned Forbes article by Melissa Cristina Marquez, based on research by herself, Dr David Shiffman, and Dr Catherine MacDonald at <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/melissacristinamarquez/2020/08/12/inaccurate-and-biased-global-media-coverage-is-a-threat-to-sustainable-shark-conservation/#7c4a19193fc1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.forbes.com/sites/melissacristinamarquez/2020/08/12/inaccurate-and-biased-global-media-coverage-is-a-threat-to-sustainable-shark-conservation/#7c4a19193fc1</a>Follow us on Twitter @thewildlifepod and Instagram @thewildlife.blog and @devonthenatureguySupport us at <a href="http://paypal.me/thewildlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">paypal.me/thewildlife</a> or become a member at <a href="http://patreon.com/thewildlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/thewildlife</a>Check out our merch at thewildlife.blog/shop

A Better Way to Talk About Sharks with Dr Catherine MacDonald

We've recently had an episode about sharks (With Dr David Shiffman, if you haven't listened to it, check it out, it's great), but as with all my episodes, I always think there's way more to cover &amp; my guest, Dr Catherine MacDonald, completely agrees. We start by talking about Shark fining. A fishing practice that is inhumane &amp; wasteful BUT not quite understood. I asked Catherine the basic questions &amp; I'm glad I did, as I learnt so much about not only why it is a problem but why it exists in the first place. However it's not just the fishing practices that affect sharks, it's people's perception of them &amp; the ocean itself. Catherine is an advocate for changing the misconceptions of anything from when someone is bitten by a shark, to our treatment of the world's seas.  This show is extremely informative &amp; important. Our oceans are constantly under threat &amp; change is needed and it starts with you. If you'd like to keep up to date with the projects, &amp; shows that Catherine is working on, you can do so on Twitter &amp; Instagram @drcatmac. Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes, Podbean &amp; Spotify . You can also get in touch on social media @intothewildpod. Whether it's just to say hello, share some thoughts on an episode or even to let me know you'd like to hear about next! 

We've recently had an episode about sharks (With Dr David Shiffman, if you haven't listened to it, check it out, it's great), but as with all my episodes, I always think there's way more to cover &amp; my guest, Dr Catherine MacDonald, completely agrees. We start by talking about Shark fining. A fishing practice that is inhumane &amp; wasteful BUT not quite understood. I asked Catherine the basic questions &amp; I'm glad I did, as I learnt so much about not only why it is a problem but why it exists in the first place. However it's not just the fishing practices that affect sharks, it's people's perception of them &amp; the ocean itself. Catherine is an advocate for changing the misconceptions of anything from when someone is bitten by a shark, to our treatment of the world's seas.  This show is extremely informative &amp; important. Our oceans are constantly under threat &amp; change is needed and it starts with you. If you'd like to keep up to date with the projects, &amp; shows that Catherine is working on, you can do so on Twitter &amp; Instagram @drcatmac. Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes, Podbean &amp; Spotify . You can also get in touch on social media @intothewildpod. Whether it's just to say hello, share some thoughts on an episode or even to let me know you'd like to hear about next!

Conservation & Perceptions of Sharks with Dr Catherine MacDonald