saveourseas's Podcast

Toaster Gardening, with Kids and Sharks

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 13:40:00 GMT

While filming children for an upcoming episode of The Riddle Solvers, Laura Sams conducted some behind-the-scenes interviews with a shark microphone - and children from the Sanibel Sea School. Created by Sisbro Studios for The Save Our Seas Foundation.

Feeding Frenzy - Manta Rays of the Maldives

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:18:00 GMT

The photo story Feeding Frenzy by Save Our Seas Foundation Chief Photographer Thomas P. Peschak appears in the July issue of National Geographic magazine. The 32 different language editions of the magazine introduces the manta rays of the Maldives and the pioneering research of Save Our Seas Foundation scientist Guy Stevens to more than 50 million readers. In recent news, the Maldivian government has proclaimed the research site, Hanifaru, a marine protected area which will aid in the conservation of these beautiful creatures.

Shark Nets - Part 2 / 2

Tue, 12 May 2009 14:49:00 GMT

The End of Sharks? OR The End of Shark Nets? Save Our Seas Foundation Chief Photographer Thomas P. Peschak talks about the issues surrounding his recent article published in Africa Geographic magazine on the shark nets off the Kwazulu-Natal coast of South Africa. This video is part 2 of 2. More info at www.saveourseas.com/sharknets

Shark Nets - Part 1 / 2

Tue, 12 May 2009 13:57:00 GMT

Save Our Seas Foundation Chief Photographer Thomas P. Peschak talks about the issues surrounding his recent article published in Africa Geographic magazine on the shark nets off the Kwazulu-Natal coast of South Africa. This video is part 1 of 2. More info at www.saveourseas.com/sharknets

Monty Halls: Save Our Sharks

Mon, 4 May 2009 14:26:00 GMT

TV Presenter Monty Halls adds his voice to the call to save our sharks from extinction.

11: Tigers of the Sea - Part 3

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 01:27:00 GMT

In the latest episode on the Save Our Seas Tiger Shark project, off the East coast of South Africa, we talk to Prof Vic Peddemors and Dr Malcolm Smale about their recent research. They explain how they are using satellite tags and ultra-sonic tags - a first for Africa - to develop better conservation strategies for the Tiger Shark.

10: White Sharks of South Africa

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 14:27:00 GMT

The white shark is one of the most feared of creatures in the sea but is this reputation really deserved? The SOS team travel to the rugged coastline of Cape Town, South Africa to see what some of the leading shark experts have to say.

9: Giant Manta Rays of Mexico - Part Two

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 09:42:00 GMT

Manta researcher Dr. Bob Ruben talks about the tags he uses to track the movements of Giant Manta Rays in the area around the Socorro Archipelago 250 miles West of Mexico. This knowledge is crucial to formulating effective conservation strategies for these beautiful animals. Our next episode takes us to South Africa to explore the amazing world of the White Shark.

8: Giant Manta Rays of Mexico - Part One

Sat, 1 Sep 2007 12:27:00 GMT

The Socorro Archipelago, located 250 miles off the west coast of Mexico, is home to a resident population of Giant Manta Rays. The Save Our Seas crew venture to the islands to film and document these graceful creatures which are the largest of 480 known species of rays. In part two we will take a look at some of the research being conducted on the Mantas.

SOS Rethink the Shark Advert 3

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:35:00 GMT

For too long sharks have been exploited and have unjustly earned the reputation of being man-eaters when it is in fact us who feed on them. Up to 100 million sharks are being killed worldwide, mostly for their fins, while only four people were killed by sharks worldwide last year. People have more chance of being killed by faulty toasters, flying kites or simply by falling off chairs than ever being killed by a shark.

SOS Rethink the Shark Advert 2

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:27:00 GMT

SOS Rethink the Shark Advert 1

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:01:00 GMT

7: Maxine the Ragged Tooth Shark

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 06:27:00 GMT

In this episode we follow Maxine, a ragged tooth shark with an extraordinary true-life story. She escaped death twice, first in shark nets and then being caught by fishermen, before arriving at the Two Oceans Aquarium in 1995 where she stayed for nine years. She was then released back into the wild in March 2004. Maxine is the inspiration behind a shark conservation project based at the Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town, South Africa (http://www.aoca.org.za/maxine_ed.htm). Our next podcast episode will take a look at the beautiful and majestic giant manta rays found off the coast of Mexico.

6: Cocos Island - Part Two

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 20:27:00 GMT

Cocos Island attracts large numbers of hammerhead sharks every year. In our second episode on Cocos we take a closer look at these fascinating sharks. Hammerheads are one of the only known species of sharks to school. There are nine known species of hammerhead including the Great hammerhead and the Scalloped hammerhead which are featured in this show. Join us again in two weeks for the story of Maxine, the ragged-tooth shark.

5: Cocos Island - Part One

Tue, 29 May 2007 12:27:00 GMT

Cocos Island rises out of the Pacific Ocean about 550 kms off the coast of Costa Rica. It plays host to an incredible variety and concentration of marine life with more fish per gallon of water than anywhere else on Earth. Come and explore this natural wonder with the Save Our Seas crew as they explore the mystical undersea realm around the island. Part two will be available in two weeks.

4: The Dugongs of Abu Dhabi

Wed, 16 May 2007 15:27:00 GMT

The Dugong is one of the ocean's most mysterious creatures. To learn more about these animals the Save Our Seas team went to Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Abu Dhabi is located on the Arabian Gulf where rich sea grass fields attract hundreds of Dugongs every year. In this episode we learn many interesting facts about Dugongs including what the actual difference is between a Dugong and a Manatee! Don't forget to come back in two weeks to see the next episode which will explore the rich marine wildlife around the Cocos Islands.

3: Tigers of the Sea - Part Two

Sun, 29 Apr 2007 10:27:00 GMT

Following on from our previous episode, this week we take a look at some of the work being done to help conserve tiger sharks (Galeocerdo cuvier) in the Aliwal Shoal area of South Africa. Project leader Vic Peddemors demonstrates the use of acoustic tags in his research on tigers and talks about some of his findings. Vic also raises the importance of conserving sharks on a global scale as opposed to small isolated projects. Our next podcast episode is due in two weeks and will be looking at the Dugongs of Abu Dhabi.

2: Tigers of the Sea - Part One

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 10:09:00 GMT

Episode 2 of the SOS Podcast Series sees the team head to the East Coast of South Africa to learn more about Tiger Sharks (Galeocerdo cuvier). These powerful predators are unjustly seen as ruthless man-eaters. Watch the episode to learn more about these fascinating sharks.

1: About The Save Our Seas Foundation

Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:23:00 GMT

This is the first show in our 10 episode video podcast series on marine wildlife projects from around the world. This episode gives an overview of the work of the Save Our Seas Foundation and the importance of conserving our ocean realm. New episodes will be uploaded every two weeks over the next 6 months. We will be looking at a diversity of marine wildlife including Giant Manta Rays in Mexico, White Sharks in South Africa, Dugongs in Abu Dhabi, Hammerhead Sharks in Costa Rica and many more.

Please Visit Our Main Podcast Site

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 05:01:00 GMT

Please visit our main podcast site: www.sospodcast.com for the full SOS podcast experience. Alternatively, you can subscribe to our iTunes feed here or check out our videos on Youtube. Finally, don't forget to visit our main website www.saveourseas.com for information about the Save Our Seas Foundation.