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The Deep-Sea Podcast

Thomas Linley
Antarctica
Marine Biology
Climate Change
Deep Sea
Hagfish
Deep-Sea Sharks
Blackwater Diving
Biodiversity
Deep Sea Ecology
Deep Sea Exploration
Citizen Science
Underwater Photography
Deep-Sea Biodiversity
Deep-Sea Exploration
Tonga Trench
Hadal Zone
Colossal Squid
Deep Sea Ecosystems
Squid Videos
Bioluminescence

A couple of deep-sea scientists talk everything deep sea! Interesting facts, recent news, myth-busting and interviews with the most interesting people we know.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes149Founded6 years ago
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In this episode Thom gets his game on with the creative team behind two incredible Deep-Sea inspired board game: Finspan

Check out our lovely new website where you can find more detailed notes, images and links to the wider reading. more

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Here’s our fifth episode of The Deco-Stop; a deeper look into the humans behind deep-sea science and technology. We’ve done our science dive, and now it’s time to decompress, and discuss tales at sea, career paths and the social & pol... more

C-C-C-C-CROSSOVER!

Ocean Trenches Explained with Professor Alan Jamieson. 

Join Professor Alan Jamieson, one of our venerated hosts, for a special cross over episode with our friends at Oceanography. This hadal trenches primer episode is a great over... more

C-C-C-C-CROSSOVER!

What is the Deep-Sea Even Like? With Dr. Thomas Linley

Join Dr. Thom Linley, one of our venerated hosts, for a special cross over episode with our friends at Oceanography. This deep-sea primer episode is a great overview for a firs... more

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Recent Guests

Michael O'Connell
Seattle-based designer, Anarchy Game Studio; Finspan co-designer
Anarchy Game Studio / Finspan (Wingspan-inspired)
Episode: The Deco-Stop: 005 - Tabletop Trenches, deep-sea board games
Carl DeVassa
New Zealand-based co-designer of Endeavor Deep-Sea
Endeavor Deep-Sea (Co-design)
Episode: The Deco-Stop: 005 - Tabletop Trenches, deep-sea board games
Jarratt Gray
New Zealand-based co-designer of Endeavor Deep-Sea
Endeavor Deep-Sea (Co-design)
Episode: The Deco-Stop: 005 - Tabletop Trenches, deep-sea board games
Alan Jamieson
Professor; Director of the Deep Sea Center, University of Western Australia
University of Western Australia - Deep Sea Center
Episode: Ocean Trenches Explained with Professor Alan Jamieson - Oceanography Podcast
Dr. Thomas Linley
Deep-sea researcher and curator of fishes at Te Papa Tongarewa (National Museum of New Zealand)
National Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongarewa
Episode: What is the Deep-Sea Even Like? With Dr. Thomas Linley - Oceanography Podcast
James Maclaine
Senior Curator of Fish at the London Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum, London
Episode: PRESSURISED: 069 – The Anglerfish Files
Andrew Stewart
Curator of Fishes at the Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Episode: PRESSURISED: 069 – The Anglerfish Files
Lara Beckmann
Marine biologist in the collective
Unseen Ocean Collective
Episode: The Unseen Ocean Collective
Kierstin Keller
Artist based in Juneau, Alaska; focus on science communication through art
Unseen Ocean Collective
Episode: The Unseen Ocean Collective

Hosts

Dr. Tom Lindley
Curator of Fishes at the National Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongawera; co-host with a focus on biology and museum context
Professor Alan Jamieson
Director of the Deep-Sea Research Centre; experienced deep-sea explorer and ecologist
Kat Bolstad
Cephalopod researcher and science communication contributor

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 409 ratings
  • SO GREAT!

    It’s such a fantastic podcast with so much fascinating information 😄

    I’m developing a game involved with the deep sea and this is very helpful and informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the screaming goat
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fascinating!

    Podchaser
    5
    johntellsall
    2 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    I wish you two could post full episodes more often, but I do acknowledge the fact that you have actual lives and careers! With that being said, thank you so much for providing us with your wit and wisdom as often as you can.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeatherHorrorFace
    United States3 years ago
  • The best science podcast yet!

    Super, super engaging show! It perfectly balances science and comedy and makes the deep sea understandable without simplifying things. Plus, I love how they always get interesting guests (like artists) for new perspectives. As a marine biologist, I recommend it to anyone that’s a fan of the ocean!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BecW24
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Excellent show

    There are many better known science podcasts that aren’t nearly as good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JesseVNB
    Canada4 years ago

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Guest diversity, including artists, broadens appeal and provides fresh perspectives on marine topics.
Listeners appreciate the balance of solid scientific content with approachable delivery.
High-quality guests and deep dives into niche topics are frequently praised.

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What is the Deep-Sea Even Like? With Dr. Thomas Linley - Oceanography Podcast
Q: Could you describe the major technological challenges of studying the deep sea?
The big challenges are pressure, creating housings or harmonizing equipment with pressure, minimizing environmental impact, and making gear affordable through off-the-shelf solutions and 3D-printed components. Landers and autonomous devices help access hadal depths without tying up ships, while smart sampling and ML-enabled pre-programmed sequences optimize data collection.
Ocean Trenches Explained with Professor Alan Jamieson - Oceanography Podcast
Q: If you had unlimited resources, what would your dream project be?
A comprehensive, pole-to-pole trench expedition deploying thousands of instruments, using advanced robotics and AI to automate data collection and analysis, with a focus on real-time mapping, behavior, and population genetics at scale.
Ocean Trenches Explained with Professor Alan Jamieson - Oceanography Podcast
Q: What types of research questions are you interested in answering about trenches in the deep sea?
The focus is on biodiversity changes with depth, where everything is located within the trench, habitat associations, and the environmental variables that shape communities; the discussion also touches on phylogeny, evolutionary history, and how species adapt to trench ecosystems.
Deep-Sea Career Spotlight with Dr. Nigel Merrett
Q: How did you first get involved in deep-sea work and what drew you to it?
Nigel explains starting with interest sparked by family connections and early opportunities, then moving from whales to deep-sea fish through museum and oceanographic institutions, with hands-on experience on various expeditions that shaped his career.
Hadal Zone Master Class with Professor Alan Jamieson
Q: What makes the Hadal Zone different from other oceanic regions?
The Hadal Zone has unique characteristics due to its depth and the ecological isolation of species in deep trenches.

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What is The Deep-Sea Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational science show where hosts explore the depths of the ocean, mixing rigorous deep-sea biology and technology with curiosity-driven storytelling. Episodes range from technical explorations of Hadal Zone life and cephalopod ecology to human-centered conversations about career paths, historical expeditions, and science communication through art. Notably, the show often features high-profile researchers, seasoned explorers, and cross-disciplinary guests, including artists collaborating with scientists to bring marine topics to wider audiences. Listeners can expect long-form discussions, tangible field anecdotes, and human-interest angles that illuminate how deep-sea science happens, why it matters, and how public engagement can be... more

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2. Carl DeVassa
3. Jarratt Gray
4. Alan Jamieson
5. Dr. Thomas Linley
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7. Andrew Stewart
8. Lara Beckmann

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