
Welcome to World of Sharks, a podcast all about sharks, rays and their underwater habitat brought to you by the Save our Seas Foundation (SOSF). Forget Jaws – there is SO much more to sharks than their fearsome reputation. Join scientist and shark nerd Dr Isla Hodgson as she chats with leading experts in shark science, conservation and storytelling to take a deep dive into the fascinating world of... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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It’s spooky season, which is basically a big ol’ excuse to visit some of our weirder and more mysterious species with their strange and fantastical adaptations. Think haunted-looking sharks that have remained unchanged since the time of the dinosaurs... more
October is famously spooky season – but did you also know it’s the month that we celebrate one of the funkiest groups of elasmobranchs? October 17th is International Sawfish Day, an event held every year to raise awareness of these wonderfully weird ... more
Many of us enter the water hoping to encounter sharks and rays, and maybe even get some prize images of our own – but how can we do it with as little impact on the animal as possible? In this episode, we discuss how to share the water with sharks saf... more
Ghofrane Labyedh came to Cameroon in search of whales and instead discovered an overlooked conservation story: threatened sharks and rays were being landed in large numbers, yet little was known about the fisheries catching them.
Since 2019, Ghofran... more
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I’ve never left a review for a podcast before, but I just had to for this since I enjoy it so much! I’ve only watched two episodes so far, but I think I’ll be listening to a lot more. Podcasts don’t usually appeal to me because there’s a lot of off topic chatting before the speakers get to the part you’ve decided to click on the podcast for. But this podcast doesn’t do that, which I love! Also, I adore the host. She’s so sweet, asks interesting questions and I really like her take on things!
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i absolutely love this podcast, the guests are so interesting and the host has a lovely calm voice. just fab ☺️
Sharks are my special interest and this show brings me so much joy and comfort!! There’s so much fascinating information and I learn so much every time I listen! Truly one of my favorite ways to learn about my special interest <3 <3
I absolutely love sharks and this podcast has really helped cultivate my shark knowledge. Everyone is so lovely and funny and I love the show
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This show centers on sharks, rays, and their ecosystems, blending rigorous science with conservation, storytelling, and hands-on field insights. Episodes feature a mix of marine biologists, conservationists, educators, and interdisciplinary guests who unpack shark biology, behavior, evolution, and human-wildlife interactions, while also highlighting outreach, policy, and community-driven conservation efforts. A distinctive strength is the broad, accessible approach: deep science presented with personality, practical examples from the field or workshops, and a clear emphasis on practical conservation actions and public engagement. This makes it a strong fit for listeners who want approachable yet substantive content on ocean life, marine con... more
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Recent guests on World of Sharks include:
1. James Lea
2. Barbara Wueringer
3. Luke Saddler
4. Ghofrane Labyedh
5. Diego Cardeñosa
6. Rafid Shidqi
7. David Shiffman
8. Helen Scales
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