Episodes

Oct. 12, 2025

Ghost Sharks with Dominique Didier: Unveiling the Hidden World of Chimaeras

Ghost Sharks are some of the most mysterious creatures in the ocean, and in this episode, we explore their story with Dr. Dominique Didier. She joins us to talk about her groundbreaking new book Ghost Sharks of the World , wh...

Oct. 6, 2025

Sharks and Hurricanes: Aaron Carlisle’s Journey From Jaws Trauma to Shark Science

Sharks and hurricanes : that’s not a Sharknado sequel, it’s real research. In this episode of Beyond Jaws , Dr. Aaron Carlisle shares how a childhood moment of terror watching Jaws turned into a career in shark science. Aaron...

Sept. 30, 2025

The Shark Conservation Legacy of Leonard Compagno

Shark Conservation has been shaped by the tireless work of scientists like Leonard Compagno. In this episode, Andrew speaks with the legendary ichthyologist whose contributions to shark taxonomy and conservation have influenc...

Aug. 31, 2025

Shark Science Career Advice: Kenzie Horton on Tracking White Sharks and Finding Your Path

Shark Science Career Advice : In this episode of Beyond Jaws, we sit down with Kenzie Horton, a passionate early-career shark biologist who’s turning childhood snorkel trips into a mission to protect sharks and educate the pu...

Aug. 17, 2025

Shark Science: How International Trade Fuels Unsustainable Shark and Ray Fisheries

Shark science isn’t just about understanding biology, it’s about tackling the global forces that threaten these species. In this episode of Beyond Jaws, research scientist Chris Mull explains how international trade has becom...

Aug. 5, 2025

Deep Sea Exploration: Jonatha Giddens on Connecting People to the Ocean Through Science and Storytelling

Deep sea exploration is more than science—it’s an invitation to connect with the largest, least understood part of our planet. In this episode, Jonatha Giddens, a PhD researcher from the University of Hawai‘i, shares how her ...

July 21, 2025

Shark Week 2025 with Jesse Colaizzi: What It Really Takes to Make the Ocean’s Biggest TV Event

Shark Week 2025 takes center stage in this conversation with Jesse Colaizzi, one of the producers behind the most-watched week in ocean television. We go behind the scenes of what it takes to pitch, plan, film, and deliver a ...

July 14, 2025

All The Sharks Netflix: Aliah Banchik Shares Behind-the-Scenes Stories from the Shark Game Show

All The Sharks Netflix introduces us to a new way of seeing sharks—not as mindless monsters, but as awe-inspiring animals coexisting with skilled divers. In this episode of Beyond Jaws , Aliah Banchik, one of the contestants ...

July 10, 2025

Mick Grant: Discovering River Sharks and Sawfish in Papua New Guinea

Mick Grant is a postdoctoral researcher at James Cook University, and in this episode of Beyond Jaws , he takes us on a journey from his childhood passion for nature to working with some of the world’s most elusive shark spec...

June 14, 2025

Jaws 50th Anniversary: How a Movie Reshaped Shark Science Forever

Why the 50th Anniversary of Jaws Still Matters for Shark Science The movie Jaws terrified audiences and demonized great white sharks, but it also inspired a generation of shark researchers and boosted funding for marine scien...

June 12, 2025

Sharks, Science, and Storytelling with Guido Leurs

Shark Conservation drives today’s conversation with Guido Leurs, a marine scientist whose research spans multiple shark species and explores how we connect with them through images and media. Guido shares his unique career pa...

May 25, 2025

Learning About Whale Sharks with Simon Pierce Marine Megafauna, Conservation & Discovery

Learning about whale sharks with Dr. Simon Pierce reveals a world of mystery behind the ocean’s largest fish. As co-founder of the Marine Megafauna Foundation, Simon shares surprising insights into whale shark behavior, globa...

May 11, 2025

How Sophie Maycock’s New Book is Changing the Way We See Sharks

Sharks: In this special bonus episode of Beyond Jaws , we dive deep into a fresh perspective on sharks through the eyes of marine biologist and science communicator Sophie Maycock. Sophie joins co-hosts Dr. David Ebert and An...

April 20, 2025

Technical Shark Diving and Predator Science with Dr. Yannis Papastamatiou

Technical diving opens up a whole new world for shark researchers like Dr. Yannis Papastamatiou, who has built a career studying predator dynamics in some of the most remote and challenging underwater environments. In this episode, Yannis shares his...

March 30, 2025

Sawfish Shark Conservation: Why Dr. Barbara Wueringer Studies These Unique Species

Sawfish shark conservation might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of sharks, but Dr. Barbara Wueringer is here to change that. Co-hosts Andrew Lewin and Dr. David Ebert sit with Barbara to discuss her passion for sawfish and...

March 9, 2025

From Peru to Australia: Adriana Gonzalez-Pestana’s Journey in Shark Conservation

In this episode of the Beyond Jaws podcast, we follow the inspiring journey of Adriana Gonzalez-Pestana, one of Peru’s first shark biologists. She shares her experiences from working in Peru, writing a children’s book on conservation, and moving...

Feb. 23, 2025

How Genetics is Fighting Shark Fin Trade

🐟 Shark conservation just got a powerful ally: Genetics! In this episode of Beyond Jaws, we talk to Dr. Diego Cardenosa, a leading marine biologist who is using DNA analysis to detect illegal shark fin trade. Learn how cutting-edge science is...

Feb. 3, 2025

From Sharks to the Sea: Denise Sotomayor’s Journey into Ocean Videography

In this episode of the Beyond Jaws Podcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of videographer and documentary maker Denise Sotomayor. Denise shares her passion for capturing the beauty of sharks and the broader ocean ecosystem through her lens....

Jan. 15, 2025

Shark Conservation in South Africa

In this episode of the Beyond Jaws podcast, hosts Andrew Lewin and Dr. David Ebert welcome Sabine Wintner, a pioneer in shark research from South Africa. With over three decades of experience, Sabine shares her journey from Germany to the...

Dec. 16, 2024

Shark Science to Academy Fellow: Dr. Michelle Heupel's Journey

In this episode of the Beyond Jaws podcast, co-hosts Andrew Lewin and Dr. Dave Vertebert welcome back Dr. Michelle Heupel, who has recently been appointed as a fellow of the Australian Academy of Technology, Science, and Engineering (ATSE). This...

Dec. 9, 2024

The Intersection of Shark Conservation and Community Safety: Dr. Chris Lowe's Journey

In this episode of the Beyond Jaws podcast, Dr. Chris Lowe discusses the future of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach, reflecting on its past research and the challenges it currently faces. Key Points: California Shark Beach...

Nov. 28, 2024

A Career in Science Communication for Manta Rays with Jasmine Corbett

A career in science communication wasn't exactly what our guest, Jasmine Corbett, expected when she grew up, but now she is the Media and Communications Manager at the Manta Trust living out her dream to help share their work with the world. In...

Nov. 11, 2024

Behind the Mic: Exploring Shark Conservation with Mark Packer

In this bonus episode of the Beyond Jaws podcast, co-hosts Andrew Lewin and Dr. David Ebert interview Mark Packer, the host of the newly launched Shark Trust podcast. The episode highlights Mark's journey into marine conservation and his role at the...

Nov. 4, 2024

From Ohio to Oregon: The Journey of a Shark Scientist with Dr. Alexandra McInturf

In this episode of the Beyond Jaws podcast, Dr. Alexandra McInturf shares her journey in shark science and conservation, highlighting her impressive academic and research background. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, a landlocked state, Alexandra...