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British Antarctic Survey
Antarctic Sea Ice
Climate Change
Rothera Research Station
Defiant
Cryovex
Marine Biology
European Space Agency
Rothera
Larsen C Ice Shelf
Midwinter Celebration
Engineering
Electronics
King Edward Point
Diving
Mechanical Technician
Detritus
Microbial Resistance
Antarctic Ecosystems

Welcome to Antarctica. What's it like living and working in one of the most extreme environments in the world? From polar scientists to plumbers, ICEWORLD is a series of interviews with ordinary people who are doing extraordinary jobs in Antarctica. The team talk climate science, extreme living, expeditions and becoming a community. A podcast from British Antarctic Survey, hosted and recorded by ... more

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So, you're going to Antarctica. But what skills and training do you need to live and work there? That's the question that faces every person who is offered a job with British Antarctic Survey to work South - and there's a long to-do list, including t... more

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Journey to the top of the world as Iceworld ventures into the Arctic for the first time, exploring the UK's only Arctic research station at Ny-Ålesund in Svalbard. Located at 78° north, this unique international research village brings together ten c... more

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Dominic Jaques' job is like being a remote-control engineer for one of the most isolated places on Earth! As a computer engineer at Halley VI Research Station on Antarctica's Brunt Ice Shelf, Dom has to be ready to look after the systems and science ... more

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As the darkest day approaches in Antarctica, Winterers at three of the UK's research stations are preparing for Midwinter's Day celebrations. From the crafting of elaborate gifts, to now-traditional screenings of The Thing, they compare traditions an... more

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Michaela Boak
Deployment support manager at the British Antarctic Survey
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep5: Training for Antarctica - secrets of the pre-deployment programme, with Michaela Boak
Charlotte Rayner
Zoological field assistant working on seals, and winter station leader at Bird Island.
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep2: Midwinter nights and southern lights: Antarctic celebrations with Eloise Saville, David Reid, and Charlotte Rayner
David Reid
Electrician at King Edward Point Research Station with experience across several Antarctic locations.
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep2: Midwinter nights and southern lights: Antarctic celebrations with Eloise Saville, David Reid, and Charlotte Rayner
Eloise Saville
First female carpenter to work at Halley Research Station and wintering carpenter at Rothera.
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep2: Midwinter nights and southern lights: Antarctic celebrations with Eloise Saville, David Reid, and Charlotte Rayner
Alysa Fisher
Works at the archives of the British Antarctic Survey
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Rod Arnold
Former head of the Air Unit at British Antarctic Survey, biologist since 1989
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Aurelia Reichardt
Station leader at Rothera, marine biologist since 2017
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Matt Hughes
Tower Operations Supervisor at Rothera Research Station
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Rebecca Boys
Station doctor at Rothera
British Antarctic Survey
Episode: S4 Ep11: Doctors of Antarctica, with Dr Nisha Mistry and Dr Rebecca Boys

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Nadia Frontier
Marine Biologist and host, involved in discussions surrounding life in Antarctica and scientific endeavors.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
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S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Q: How do you see the next 50 years at Rothera?
Future growth in aviation capabilities and the integration of drone technology will enhance research capabilities even further.
S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Q: What kind of science does happen at Rothera?
Rothera hosts various scientific projects, including glaciology, climate monitoring, marine biology, and atmospheric science.
S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Q: What does the job of a station leader mean to you?
It is a fulfilling role with diverse challenges, managing and overseeing everything happening on station to ensure safety and balance.
S5 Ep1: Rothera at 50 - with Rod Arnold, Alysa Fisher, Matt Hughes and Aurelia Reichardt
Q: Alysa, what led to the decision behind establishing Rothera as a research station?
Rothera was established to replace the deteriorating skiway on Adelaide Island, with a suitable site identified in the early 70s.
S5 Ep3: Keeping Halley Research Station online, with Dominic Jaques
Q: What is it that you'll miss the most from leaving your Antarctic career?
Dominic mentions that he will miss the novelty of problem-solving, particularly with issues unique to the Antarctic environment.

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Exploring the lives and experiences of people working in Antarctica, this series features captivating interviews with a diverse range of professionals, from scientists to essential support staff. Each episode sheds light on the unique challenges and rewards of living in such an extreme environment, discussing topics such as climate change, research expeditions, and the intricacies of daily life in a remote community. The podcast's focus on personal narratives adds a human element to discussions around science and environmental issues, making it a rich resource for anyone interested in Antarctica and the vital work being done there.

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