Interview with Dean Grubbs on his new book: The Lives of Sharks

In this episode of the Beyond Jaws podcast, co-hosts Andrew Lewin and Dr. David Ebert discuss their love for books and introduce a book called "The Lives of Sharks" by Daniel Abel and Dr. Dean Grubbs. They invite Dean onto the show to discuss the book, its unique approach, and what sets it apart from other shark books. The hosts also explore the history and growth of shark science, from the early misconceptions to the public's fascination with sharks fueled by the movie "Jaws." Tune in to learn more about the fascinating world of sharks and the work of shark scientists.

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The podcast features an interview with Dr. Dean Grubbs, the Associate Director of Research at Florida State University's Coastal and Marine Laboratory. Dr. Grubbs has previously been a guest on the podcast in February 2022, where he discussed his background and career trajectory. In this episode, he returns to talk about his new book, "The Lives of Sharks," published by Princeton University Press. The book is the result of 30 years of teaching shark biology courses, with a particular influence from Bimini, where Dr. Grubbs and his colleague, Dan Abel, have been teaching these courses. Described as a great read for anyone interested in sharks, Dr. Grubbs encourages listeners to check it out and consider its origins in their passion for teaching about the biology and ecology of sharks.

The book discussed in the episode aims to provide engaging and accessible information about sharks for a wide range of readers. The hosts mention that their first book collaboration, "Shark Biology and Conservation," was more detailed and targeted towards students and shark enthusiasts seeking in-depth information about sharks' evolution, physiology, and ecology. However, they wanted their second book to be less intense and detail-oriented, making it accessible to anyone interested in sharks, including the podcast's listeners. They aimed to scale back the level of detail and make the book engaging and accessible to a broader audience.

The book is described as packed full of information, featuring wonderful illustrations and amazing images. It is not merely a coffee table book with beautiful pictures but also contains valuable information that everyone will appreciate. The hosts express their appreciation to the author, Dean, for putting the book together and for joining them on the show to discuss it. They highly recommend the book to anyone interested in sharks and believe it is an excellent choice for holiday reading. The book aims to bridge the gap between coffee table books and scholarly textbooks, providing basic information about sharks while also piquing the interest of those well-versed in shark literature.

The hosts also mention that Dean brings 30 years of teaching experience and firsthand knowledge of teaching about sharks to students. They emphasize that the book is not only for students but also for those who have had a lifelong fascination with sharks. It is described as a unique book that covers an area that is not well-published. The hosts express their excitement for people to read the book and learn something new about sharks that they won't find anywhere else. Overall, the book aims to provide engaging and accessible information about sharks for a wide range of readers, from students to lifelong shark enthusiasts.