Into The Industry

 
 

About the Series

Ocean-related careers can be extremely diverse. Discover the daily lives of marine professionals, from aquarists to researchers, campaigners to eco-artists… and hear their top tips on how to get into the marine industry.

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An Artist’s Eye with Janavi Kramer
An Artist’s Eye with Janavi Kramer

Janavi Kramer is a British artist, conservation advocate and ocean explorer. Making the most out of a vibrant…

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Into The Industry: Seaslug Researcher
Into The Industry: Seaslug Researcher

Michael Middlebrook from Tampa University tells us about how and why he now dedicates his life to learning…

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Into The Industry: Manager at the Wild Seas Centre, Kimmeridge Bay
Into The Industry: Manager at the Wild Seas Centre, Kimmeridge Bay

There are many fantastic organisations nestled along the UK coastline, aiming to educate, inspire, and showcase all…

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Into The Industry: Reef Check Regional Manager
Into The Industry: Reef Check Regional Manager

Reef Check is a foundation with headquarters in Los Angeles and volunteer teams in more than 40 countries. They…

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Into The Industry: Maldivian Resort Marine Biologist
Into The Industry: Maldivian Resort Marine Biologist

Tash Prokop is the Head Marine Biologist at the Maldives Underwater Initiative based at Six Senses Laamu, the only…

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Into The Industry: She Tells Sea Tales by the Seashore
Into The Industry: She Tells Sea Tales by the Seashore

Sea Champion, citizen scientist, podcast founder, dedicated marine advocate. All of these words can be used…

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Into The Industry: EDGE of Existence
Into The Industry: EDGE of Existence

Fran Cabada is a marine biologist with the Zoological Society of London working on their EDGE of…

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Into The Industry: Ghost Fishing UK
Into The Industry: Ghost Fishing UK

Just below the sea’s surface lurks a dangerous graveyard full of ghosts seeking to ensnare wildlife…

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Into The Industry: Resort Marine Biologist (Maldives)
Into The Industry: Resort Marine Biologist (Maldives)

Emily Moxham has a masters degree in Ichthyology from Rhodes University in South Africa, and currently…

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Into The Industry: EarthEco
Into The Industry: EarthEco

We sat down with Jaclyn Gerakios, who empowers the younger generation to tackle environmental challenges…

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Into The Industry: Sharks4Kids
Into The Industry: Sharks4Kids

Shark week might be over, but we shouldn't forget about these captivating predators that are vital to…

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Into The Industry: Conflict Islands Turtle Conservation
Into The Industry: Conflict Islands Turtle Conservation

We caught up with marine biologist, conservationist, and divemaster Natalie Robson who's studied and…

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Into The Industry: How many hats can one woman wear?
Into The Industry: How many hats can one woman wear?

Mom, educator, runner, robot maker, wife, traveller, explorer, ocean enthusiast, scientist…

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Into The Industry: Clear Tides NFP
Into The Industry: Clear Tides NFP

This week we sat down with the incredible Jess Brading, who at age 22 has already set up her own Not-for-Profit…

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Into The Industry: PhD Researcher
Into The Industry: PhD Researcher

This week we caught up with Eva Fernandez, who is conducting her PhD research on a climate regulating gas called…

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Into The Industry: Oceans Campaigner
Into The Industry: Oceans Campaigner

We caught up with campaigner, bass guitarist, and lover of roller derby, Christina Dixon. Find out how…

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Into The Industry: Antarctic Sampling
Into The Industry: Antarctic Sampling

We chatted to Alex Hickling, who works at the Western Australian Museum. Keep reading to hear about…

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Into The Industry: Eco Artist
Into The Industry: Eco Artist

We caught up with eco-artist Stephanie Lerner, who's turning beach litter in works of art to open people's eyes to…

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Into The Industry: Shark Conservation
Into The Industry: Shark Conservation

This week we caught up with professional scuba diver, amateur free diver and shark enthusiast Clara Calatayud…

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Into The Industry: Aquariums
Into The Industry: Aquariums

We sat down with Lewis Cocks, who works at Issham Aquatics out in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)…

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Into The Industry: Environmental Consultant
Into The Industry: Environmental Consultant

We sat down with environmental consultant Amie Lenkowiec, to chat about what first peaked her interest in…

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The Cost of Observation: The Hidden Impact of Whale-Watching Tourism
The Cost of Observation: The Hidden Impact of Whale-Watching Tourism

Whale watching tourism is often considered a sustainable way to experience marine wildlife, but scientific research tells a more complex story. Discover how boat traffic affects whale behaviour, communication, and conservation, and learn how responsible tourism can help protect these incredible animals.

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Greener Habits
Greener Habits

We were able to chat to Hannah, who like many of us has seen some of our most beautiful coastal areas plagued…

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A Plastic Philippines
A Plastic Philippines

The Philippines is said to be one of the world’s largest plastic polluters. Plastic sachets are used for everything from…

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An Adventure into the Celtic Deep
An Adventure into the Celtic Deep

Like many naturalists growing up in the UK, my zoological attention has been blinkered towards warmer climes…

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