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So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

K. G. Muzia

113 episodes

1 month ago

Taylor Cunningham is a trained marine biologist and shark diver. Growing up ten minutes from Sea World shaped what she wanted to do in life– and that was to train Shamu. In this episode, we dive into the controversy around aquariums and animals in captivity, the importance of keeping an open mind, how to actually make money as an underwater photographer, what it’s like to go on a shark dive, and so much more. Taylor also shares tips on what to look for if you are thinking about going on a sh...

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Taylor Cunningham is a trained marine biologist and shark diver. Growing up ten minutes from Sea World shaped what she wanted to do in life– and that was to train Shamu. In this episode, we dive into the controversy around aquariums and animals in captivity, the importance of keeping an open mind, how to actually make money as an underwater photographer, what it’s like to go on a shark dive, and so much more. Taylor also shares tips on what to look for if you are thinking about going on a sh...

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So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

Taylor Cunningham: Shamu Dreams, Underwater Photography, and Swimming with the Sharks

Send us a text Taylor Cunningham is a trained marine biologist and shark diver. Growing up ten minutes from Sea World shaped what she wanted to do in life– and that was to train Shamu. In this episode, we dive into the controversy around aquariums and animals in captivity, the importance of keeping an open mind, how to actually make money as an underwater photographer, what it’s like to go on a shark dive, and so much more. Taylor also shares tips on what to look for if you are thinking abou...

1 month ago

1 hour 28 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

112. Shane Gero: Sperm Whales, the Importance of Culture, Decoding Animal Language, and Project CETI: Using AI in Science

Send us a text Shane Gero is a marine biologist who studies whales. Growing up in Canada, Nature captivated him at an early age, and a childhood love for orcas grew into a career studying their cousins, the sperm whale. In this episode, Shane shares his path to working with the whales in Dominica, how scientists are using groundbreaking AI techniques to decode whale speech, and why this research is so vitally important. We chat about how listeners can become involved in whale research– no ca...

1 month ago

1 hour 2 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

111. Alan Weisman: The Magic of the Swamp, Eating Fancy Trash Fish, Poking Your Nose in People’s Business, and Hope Dies Last

Send us a text Our world is in a state of change, and my guest today is asking the questions: What comes next? How do we adapt? And who is finding the solutions? Alan Weisman is an award-winning journalist whose reports have appeared in national outlets including The Atlantic Monthly and NPR, among others. His new book, "Hope Dies Last", seeks to answer the above questions. Alan has reported from more than 60 countries, all seven continents, has written seven books, several of which ha...

2 months ago

53 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

110. What Balance Really Looks Like in a Busy Life (and How to Find Yours)

Send us a text Ever felt like you're juggling flaming glassware while riding a unicycle on a trampoline? Same. In this deeply honest episode, we dive into what balance really looks like—and spoiler alert: it’s not a neat, tidy equation. From overworked weeks and triangle theory to biology’s take on homeostasis, we explore the messy, dynamic dance of work, life, health, and everything in between. Learn how to assess your priorities, adjust your inputs, and find your version of balance—whether ...

2 months ago

8 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

109. Joe Meisel: Barrier Reefs, Midwest to Marine Science, and the Marlin’s Fiery Eye

Send us a text Joe Meisel is a scientist committed to protecting wild places and educating curious people. As a biologist, he has worked for 25 years with the Ceiba Foundation for Tropical Conservation, where he gets to study plants such as orchids, the ocean, and share the fascination through study abroad programs. Growing up in the American Midwest, Joe was a long way from the sea. Through following his own fascinations, Joe found himself working in the tropical Americas, co-creating a fou...

3 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

108. Eve Samples: Rescuing the River of Grass, Cultivating Advocacy, How to Get Involved, and Becoming a Friend of the Everglades

Send us a text It’s funny how we can start off in life thinking that we’re going to do one thing, and end up pivoting to something totally different. Today’s guest is Eve Samples, Executive Director of Friends of the Everglades. In this episode we dive into a myriad of topics from career shifts to what one spark of activism can mean for a community. Eve shares the legacy of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, the woman who helped the world see the Everglades as more than just a swamp. She shares how h...

3 months ago

55 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

107. Holly Buresh: the Importance of ‘I Don’t Know’, 1000 Days at Sea, and Becoming Captain Mermaid

Send us a text Captain Mermaid Professor Holly is how Holly Buresh’s niece very aptly describes what her aunt does. A graduate of Eckerd College, Wilderness 1st Responder, 200T Captains license holder, and marine science teacher, Holly certainly has charted her own path in life. Her journey takes us from the American midwest down to Florida over to the Bahamas, and out on the high seas where the closest other person was in the international space station. In today’s episode, Holly shares her ...

4 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

106. Sea Turtles: The Masters of Cyclical Living

Send us a text Join Kara as she shares some similarities between our lives and the live of the magnificent sea turtle. Support the show Land your dream job. Enroll Now ✨ STEER YOUR COURSE ✨ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* COURSE: ✨ BACK TO NATURE ✨ Daily drops of goodness to bring your closer to Ocean, Nature, and Yourself Check out the website: https://karagracemuzia.com/ GET THE *FREE* GUIDE: HOW TO BE A MARINE BIOLOGIST WITHOUT THE DEGREE PURCHASE ✨ SCUBA FOR BEGINNERS ✨ DIRECT DOWNLOAD DROPS...

4 months ago

9 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

105. Stephen Kavanaugh: Ditching the 9-5, the Call of the Oyster (the Savior of Humanity), and Marine Health Foods.

Send us a text Stephen Kavanaugh joins us on the show today. After graduating college, he followed his dream of becoming a field biologist, trekking through the wild Alaskan frontier. When it was time to return home to Ireland, Stephen looked around and saw the lack of a job market for a marine biologist, and decided to create his own– with oysters. The oyster has thousands of years of history, lore, and industrial uses as well as a myriad of health benefits. In fact, the oyster has been cr...

5 months ago

1 hour 23 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

104: Ty Walker: Swimming Upstream, Sustainable Aquaculture, and the heritage of Smoke in Chimneys

Send us a text Farmer, fisherman, and founder of Smoke in Chimneys, Ty Walker joins us on the show today. After living in LA and following his calling as a DJ, Ty returned to his farming roots in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. It’s there that he charted a new path for himself and his young family– in aquaculture. On the show today, Ty shares how he navigated these big life changes, even when his family wasn’t on board. He also shares how he purchased a hundred year old hatchery– and lear...

5 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

103. Steve Moreau: Childhood Dreams, True Wellness, and Connecting the Dots

Send us a text Dr. Steve Moreau, is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner with Caribbean roots. Like so many of us, Steve wanted to be a marine biologist in childhood, but personal health challenges in high school led him to pursue a career in wellness. On the show today, Steve shares his story from eating the Standard American Diet to vegetarianism to veganism and finally eating according to biology. Steve’s winding journey takes us through what true health and vitality looks and feel...

6 months ago

1 hour 20 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

102. Cody McLaughlin: Salmon Wars, Living in the Last Frontier, and Making Political Waves #102

Send us a text Hunter, trapper, and fisherman Cody McLaughlin joins us on the show today. Cody is a season podcast producer and outdoor writer featured in several national publications including National Wild Turkey Federation’s Turkey Call Magazine and the Sportfishing Magazine. He also is a political strategist and serves on the board of the Alaska Outdoor Council, the Last Frontier State’s NRA affiliate, and is a former board member and spokesperson for the NJ outdoor alliance. On the sho...

6 months ago

1 hour 18 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

Episode 101: Life pivots, what's good, and what's next

Send us a text WELCOME BACK! Host Kara Muzia is on the show today verifying the nearly two year hiatus from recordings, and sharing what’s next for the SYWTBAMB podcast. Support the show GET THE *FREE* COURSE: ✨ BACK TO NATURE ✨ Daily drops of goodness to bring your closer to Ocean, Nature, and Yourself ✨BACK TO OCEAN RETREAT ✨ Weigh in here Check out the website: https://karagracemuzia.com/ GET THE *FREE* GUIDE: HOW TO BE A MARINE BIOLOGIST WITHOUT THE DEGREE PURCHASE ✨ SCUBA FOR B...

6 months ago

11 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

100. Lessons Learned in 100 Episodes

Send us a text So, so much has been covered in 100 episodes. Here we recap some of the most important topics covered. Full transcript: marinebio.life/100 Support the show GET THE *FREE* COURSE: ✨ BACK TO NATURE ✨ Daily drops of goodness to bring your closer to Ocean, Nature, and Yourself ✨BACK TO OCEAN RETREAT ✨ Weigh in here Check out the website: https://karagracemuzia.com/ GET THE *FREE* GUIDE: HOW TO BE A MARINE BIOLOGIST WITHOUT THE DEGREE PURCHASE ✨ SCUBA FOR BEGINNERS ✨ DIRECT DOW...

2 years ago

10 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

99. Melissa Cristina Màrquez: Sharks and Other Misunderstood Predators, Representation in Science, and Fins United

Send us a text Melissa Cristina Márquez is a marine science education expert, TEDx speaker, author, and podcast host currently finishing her doctoral degree. She has been featured in NPR, Allure, InStyle, GQ, Seeker, Popular Science, and appeared on Disney+, BBC, National Geographic, Discovery Channel, Acciona, and Good Morning America. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Mexico, Melissa has worked at the forefront of marine science education and communication for over a decade, her work taking...

2 years ago

41 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

98. Emily Velasquez: Cows, Algae, Mozambique, and What Can I Do?

Send us a text Emily Velasquez is a student who currently lives in Mozambique. Though a newcomer to the country, she’s followed her curiosity to help answer some of the most pressing questions that this region- and the world- faces. From mangrove reforestation to using red algae in cattle feed to reduce methane emissions, Emily’s projects and goals are wide ranging with positive, long-lasting implications. Show Notes: marinebio.life/98 Support the show GET THE *FREE* COURSE: ✨ BACK TO NATURE...

2 years ago

49 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

Andrea Richey: Sharks, Consumption, Careers of Passion, and the Hong Kong Shark Foundation

Send us a text Andrea Richey is the Executive Director of the Hong Kong Shark Foundation. After decades as a corporate lawyer, Andrea realized that she wanted to give back more in life, and found her passion in saving sharks in the very epicenter of the shark fin trade. Through her work, Andrea has educated thousands of students, created lasting change in her community, and, through her TED talk, reached thousands more. One of the biggest takeaways from Andrea’s story is that you don’t have t...

2 years ago

1 hour 19 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

William Trubridge: Freediving, Dolphins, and Creating a Mental Immune System

Send us a text William Trubridge is the world’s deepest man, with an unassisted freediving record to 102m or 334 feet. He holds eighteen freediving records and six world champion titles, and is able to hold his breath for over seven minutes. He has spent an extraordinary amount time in and around the ocean in his lifetime, completing nearly unfathomable underwater challenges. William offers a fascinating way of translating his freediving techniques into the everyday world and he shares them h...

2 years ago

47 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

Divya Karnad, PhD: Sharks, Sea Turtles, Seafood Commons, and Indian Fisheries.

Send us a text Divya Karnad is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies at Ashoka University in India. The focus of her work is marine conservation and fisheries management. She won the global Future for Nature Award in recognition for her work with InSeason Fish, a sustainable seafood initiative that she founded. Divya is published in scientific journals like Ambio, Biological Conservation, Conservation Biology, Marine Policy and the Proceedings of the National Academy of Scienc...

2 years ago

54 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

94. Brooke Lynn Elzweig: Sea Turtles in Drains, Martian Landings, and the Largest Coral Restoration Project

Send us a text Brooke Lynn Elzweig is an engineer and a marine biologist. Growing up, marine science took center stage with school projects focused on the ocean and marine science sleep away camps. When it came time for higher education, Brooke chose to pursue engineering in a land-locked state. The siren song of the sea is a powerful one, and after graduation, Brooke found herself once more back in the marine science realm. This time, she’s traveling overseas to Saudi Arabia as a Project Coo...

2 years ago

56 minutes

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

Taylor Cunningham is a trained marine biologist and shark diver. Growing up ten minutes from Sea World shaped what she wanted to do in life– and that was to train Shamu. In this episode, we dive into the controversy around aquariums and animals in captivity, the importance of keeping an open mind, how to actually make money as an underwater photographer, what it’s like to go on a shark dive, and so much more. Taylor also shares tips on what to look for if you are thinking about going on a sh...