Tales of monsters persist to this day and there’s no better place to hide them than in the deep sea. We are joined by paleontology student and cryptozoology blogger Tyler Greenfield to look at some of the most famous sea monsters and see if there is any truth to the stories. We discuss megalodon, globsters, plesiosaurs/Nessie and all manner of strange carcasses that wash up from time to time. Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or you own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com   Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Links Tyler’s fantastic blog Tyler’s cryptozoology paper archive A link to Beebe’s book, Half A Mile Down You can find Tyler on Twitter @TylerGreenfieId Papers on Helicoprion Jaws for a spiral-tooth whorl: CT images reveal novel adaptation and phylogeny in fossil Helicoprion Eating with a saw for a jaw: Functional morphology of the jaws and tooth-whorl in Helicoprion davisii On the Giant Octopus (Octopus giganteus) and the Bermuda Blob: Homage to A. E. Verrill How to tell a sea monster: molecular discrimination of large marine animals of the North Atlantic NOAA’s response to the Mermaids: A body found Fish tales: Combating fake science in popular media Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel (http://marvel.nu/)  #deepseamonsters #deepseacreatures #cryptozoology #thebloop #bloop #megalodon #paleoart #mermaids #globsters

The Deep-Sea Podcast

PRESSURISED: 010 - Here be Monsters with Tyler Greenfield

To finish up our run of episodes on deep-sea habitats, we’re really excited to bring you this month’s episode on… shipwrecks! But we’re not going to talk about what you expect. We all know what shipwrecks are but do you know how to find them? We talk with Leighton Rolley, an expert in researching, discovering and documenting shipwrecks. And we don’t stop there. Our second guest, Lori Johnston is a microbiologist whose research has focused on the fascinating structures of rusticles: the rusty icicles that hang from shipwrecks like the Titanic.  We’re also very happy to hear from Don in this month’s episode with his tale of sailing on the infamous ghost ship, Glub Glub Orlova. We’re really trying to make this project self-sustaining so we have started looking for ways to support the podcast. Here’s a link to our page on how to support us, from the free options to becoming a patron of the show. We want to say a huge thank you to those patrons who have already pledged to support us! Thanks again for tuning in, we’ll deep-see you next time!   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Acoustic mapping - A method of mapping the seabed by sending out sound waves and measuring the strength of the sound bouncing back. Autonomous vehicles - (AUV) Are untethered, unmanned robotic vehicles that are able to collect data in the deep oceans. Base theory - A method of using simulations to find the most probable outcome. Hull - The body of a boat or ship Multibeam - A type of sonar used to map the seabed. It emits acoustic waves in a fan shape to get a wider area of data.  Rusticles - Icicle shaped rust formations on sunken steel ships Sonar - A technique of using sound waves to measure distances.   Links A great article about Lori’s work Lori and Dr Roy Cullimore’s paper on rusticles   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel   #Podcast #scicomm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #shipwreck #shipwrecks #discovery #LoriJohnston  #LeightonRolley #titanic #britannic #bismarck #microbes #microbialecology  #hydrothermalvents #deepseaspecies #scicomm #deepseacreatures

PRESSURISED: 035 - Shipwrecks with Leighton Rolley and Lori Johnston

To finish up our run of episodes on deep-sea habitats, we’re really excited to bring you this month’s episode on… shipwrecks! But we’re not going to talk about what you expect. We all know what shipwrecks are but do you know how to find them? We talk with Leighton Rolley, an expert in researching, discovering and documenting shipwrecks. And we don’t stop there. Our second guest, Lori Johnston is a microbiologist whose research has focused on the fascinating structures of rusticles: the rusty icicles that hang from shipwrecks like the Titanic.  We’re also very happy to hear from Don in this month’s episode with his tale of sailing on the infamous ghost ship, Glub Glub Orlova. Plus, we learn why Alan shares Darwin's opinion in hating Goose barnacles, or more accurately, one barnacle individually.  We’re really trying to make this project self-sustaining so we have started looking for ways to support the podcast. Here’s a link to our page on how to support us, from the free options to becoming a patron of the show. We want to say a huge thank you to those patrons who have already pledged to support us: Arlene Ogston Philip John Pearson Rosa Potter Lexi Harding William Benn Dylan Wesley Taylor Kat bolstad Laura M Smith Scott Carle Thanks again for tuning in, we’ll deep-see you next time!   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Acoustic mapping - A method of mapping the seabed by sending out sound waves and measuring the strength of the sound bouncing back. Autonomous vehicles - (AUV) Are untethered, unmanned robotic vehicles that are able to collect data in the deep oceans. Base theory - A method of using simulations to find the most probable outcome. Hull - The body of a boat or ship Multibeam - A type of sonar used to map the seabed. It emits acoustic waves in a fan shape to get a wider area of data.  Rusticles - Icicle shaped rust formations on sunken steel ships Sonar - A technique of using sound waves to measure distances. Links A great article about Lori’s work Lori and Dr Roy Cullimore’s paper on rusticles An ancient ocean floor surrounds the Earth's core New deep sea coral reef found Radar satellite data reveals 19,000 previously unknown undersea volcanoes Drake Passage is found to be important for the deep sea   Hadal Zone by Žibuoklė Martinaitytė Youtube Bandcamp Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel Logo image: Richie Kohler   #Podcast #scicomm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #shipwreck #shipwrecks #discovery #LoriJohnston  #LeightonRolley #titanic #britannic #bismarck #microbes #microbialecology  #hydrothermalvents #deepseaspecies #scicomm #deepseacreatures

035 - Shipwrecks with Leighton Rolley and Lori Johnston

Our short and to the point PRESSURISED version of episode 9. If you don't have time for the full episode and want to get right to the science without any of our waffle, this is the place to be!   We are both biologists and a little biased toward the deep-sea critters, but the deep ocean contains a wealth of geological discoveries, after all, it is the geology which creates the deep sea.   We have a chat with geologist and explorer (and friend of the show) Heather Stewart about the geology of the deep sea and how we produce maps of the ocean floor. Why do people talk about how little of the ocean has been mapped when we can clearly see it is all mapped on google earth?   Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or you own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com   Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Links A proposal for modesty Here is a great tool where you can see the direct and satellite global data   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel

PRESSURISED: 009 - Geology with Heather Stewart

Our short and to the point PRESSURISED version of episode 34. If you don't have time for the full episode and want to get right to the science without any of our waffle, this is the place to be!   On this month’s episode, we wanted to go deeper and darker than we’ve ever gone before… prepare the enter: the deep biosphere! We talk with Professor Mandy Joye about the vast microbial wonderland which is the deep biosphere. This ecosystem, which exists deep under the seabed, has only recently been discovered and research is just starting to reach some interesting conclusions. We lean about the importance of deep sea microbes and how they cycle through our planet. Professor Alan has been very busy this month with another world record to add to the collection. Not only did Thom and Alan break the world record for the world deepest fish back in 2014 (with a Mariana snailfish (Pseudoliparis swierei) being observed at 8143m in the Mariana trench). But, Alan beat his own record with this new snailfish seen at 8336m in the Izu-Ogasawara trench near Japan!   We’re really trying to make this project self-sustaining so we have started looking for ways to support the podcast. Here’s a link to our page on how to support us, from the free options to becoming a patron of the show. Thanks again for tuning in, we’ll deep-see you next time!   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Archaea - Microorganisms similar to bacteria in size and simplicity, but are very different molecularly. They’re thought to be the ancient intermediate group between bacteria and eukaryotes. Asgardarchaeota (Asgards)- a type of archaea in which eukaryotes are thought to have first emerged. Astrophysics - Astrophysics is a branch of space science that applies the laws of physics and chemistry to seek to understand the universe. Deep biosphere - The expansive ecosystem of microbes which exist deep under the seabed. Niche - A species' niche encompasses both the physical and environmental conditions it requires (e.g. temperature) and the interactions it has with other species (like predation or competition). Deepwater Horizon - An offshore drilling rig owned by Transocean and operated by BP which exploded in 2010, causing the worst oil spill in American history.  Eukaryotes - A organism which is made of cells where the DNA is contained in a nucleus. (All living organisms other than archaea and eubacteria).  Flagellated - Having flagella (a slender threadlike structure which allows microorganisms to swim (e.g. bacteria or sperm). Genome - The genome is the entire set of DNA instructions found in a cell. Geochemistry - The study of the chemistry of geological materials such as rock, sediment, soil and water. Intraterrestrials - species living within the earth Metabolism - The conversion of the energy in food to the energy available to run cellular processes. Methanogens - a methane-producing bacterium, especially an archaean which reduces carbon dioxide to methane. NASA - The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government responsible for the civil space program, aeronautics research, and space research. Turnover rate - How quickly bacteria reproduce and die. Links Mandy’s lab group website https://joyelab.org/   Mandy collaborated with Jim Toomey on a series of "deep ocean" educational cartoons. Watch a summary of the deep biosphere Watch this cartoon explaining the microbes at hydrothermal vents Alan’s new record for the world's deepest fish After 10 years of discussions, The High Seas Treaty has been agreed upon.   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel Logo image: The Deep-Sea Podcast PRESSURISED   #Podcast #scicomm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #discovery #mandyjoye #samanthajoye #biosphere #microbes #microbialecology #coldseeps #archaea #bacteria #fungi #hydrothermalvents #deepseaspecies #scicomm #deepseacreatures

PRESSURISED: 034 - Deep biosphere with Mandy Joye

On this month’s episode, we wanted to go deeper and darker than we’ve ever gone before… prepare the enter: the deep biosphere! We talk with Professor Mandy Joye about the vast microbial wonderland which is the deep biosphere. This ecosystem, which exists deep under the seabed, has only recently been discovered and research is just starting to reach some interesting conclusions. We lean about the importance of deep sea microbes and how they cycle through our planet. We also discuss the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, as Mandy was a key researcher in understanding it’s widespread effects on the microbial community in the Gulf of Mexico. Professor Alan has been very busy this month with another world record to add to the collection. Not only did Thom and Alan break the world record for the world deepest fish back in 2014 (with a Mariana snailfish (Pseudoliparis swierei) being observed at 8143m in the Mariana trench). But, Alan beat his own record with this new snailfish seen at 8336m in the Izu-Ogasawara trench near Japan! We’ve also got newly discovered whalefalls, interesting uses for polymetallic nodules and historic oceanic treaty’s being agreed upon in this month in the news!  Talk about a busy month, ey! We’re really trying to make this project self-sustaining so we have started looking for ways to support the podcast. Here’s a link to our page on how to support us, from the free options to becoming a patron of the show. Thanks again for tuning in, we’ll deep-see you next time!   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Archaea - Microorganisms similar to bacteria in size and simplicity, but are very different molecularly. They’re thought to be the ancient intermediate group between bacteria and eukaryotes. Asgardarchaeota (Asgards)- a type of archaea in which eukaryotes are thought to have first emerged. Astrophysics - Astrophysics is a branch of space science that applies the laws of physics and chemistry to seek to understand the universe. Deep biosphere - The expansive ecosystem of microbes which exist deep under the seabed. Niche - A species' niche encompasses both the physical and environmental conditions it requires (e.g. temperature) and the interactions it has with other species (like predation or competition). Deepwater Horizon - An offshore drilling rig owned by Transocean and operated by BP which exploded in 2010, causing the worst oil spill in American history.  Eukaryotes - A organism which is made of cells where the DNA is contained in a nucleus. (All living organisms other than archaea and eubacteria).  Flagellated - Having flagella (a slender threadlike structure which allows microorganisms to swim (e.g. bacteria or sperm). Genome - The genome is the entire set of DNA instructions found in a cell. Geochemistry - The study of the chemistry of geological materials such as rock, sediment, soil and water. Intraterrestrials - species living within the earth Metabolism - The conversion of the energy in food to the energy available to run cellular processes. Methanogens - a methane-producing bacterium, especially an archaean which reduces carbon dioxide to methane. NASA - The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government responsible for the civil space program, aeronautics research, and space research. Turnover rate - How quickly bacteria reproduce and die. Links Mandy’s lab group website https://joyelab.org/   Mandy collaborated with Jim Toomey on a series of "deep ocean" educational cartoons. Watch a summary of the deep biosphere Watch this cartoon explaining the microbes at hydrothermal vents Goblin shark embryo or toy? Alan’s new record for the world's deepest fish Forgotten subsea cables A polymetallic nodule has been used to estimate historic climate records. Here’s a news article explaining it, and the scientific paper. Circulation slowdown A whalefall has been found by a friend of the show, Kat Bolstad. After 10 years of discussions, The High Seas Treaty has been agreed upon.   Metalocalypse: Dethklok - Go Into the Water Youtube Spotify   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel Logo image: Viola Krukenberg   #Podcast #scicomm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #discovery #mandyjoye #samanthajoye #biosphere #microbes #microbialecology #coldseeps #archaea #bacteria #fungi #hydrothermalvents #deepseaspecies #scicomm #deepseacreatures  

034 - Deep biosphere with Mandy Joye

Our short and to the point PRESSURISED version of episode 7. If you don't have time for the full episode and want to get right to the science without any of our waffle, this is the place to be!   We impact the deep sea in many ways we don’t realise. Some are deliberate, some are accidental, some we didn’t even notice at the time. We talk about ways we have impacted the deep sea and touch on the huge problem that is marine plastic, a particular problem in the isolated Mediterranean Sea. His serene highness Prince Albert II of Monaco tells us about his experience diving to the deepest point in the Mediterranean, the Calypso Deep and his Beyond Plastic Med initiative.   You can submit your own ‘tales from the high seas’ about an experience you have had offshore or pose us a question/comment on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com   Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel (http://marvel.nu/)   Links Mercury paper Deep Mediterranean paper Beyond Plastic Med  

PRESSURISED: 007 - Human impact with Albert II, Prince of Monaco

Here’s our second episode of The Deco-Stop; a deeper look into the humans behind deep-sea science and technology. We’ve done our science dive, and now it’s time to decompress, and discuss tales at sea, career paths and the social & political aspects of deep-sea science.    From Steven Hawking to Charles Darwin, neurodiversity and science have been intertwined throughout history. Neurodiversity is a term which refers to the variety in the cognition of the human brain and can include people who are on the autism spectrum, or who have been diagnosed with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia, among others. We wanted to talk on a very human level about the strengths and weaknesses of being neurodivergent in science and to also share with you some personal stories and assistive resources. Thom shares his own journey in the field, alongside many other pioneering colleagues. Living legend, Bob Ballard speaks with us about his perspective on being dyslexic and even attributes his career success (including the discovery of the titanic) to his gift. Friends of the show, Tom Tangye, Sophie McLellan and Cat Morgan also share their experiences of working in the field alongside being neurodivergent. They share how the industry, and the world in general, is changing to be more inclusive and understanding of everyone who thinks differently. We had such a great time making this episode, and we’re so grateful to everyone who spoke with us. Below you’ll find a whole host of resources that have been shared with us, and that we recommend ourselves! Let’s carry on this conversation, with colleagues, friends, and with those outside our inner circles. Be patient with each other, and trust that the world is changing, for the better.   We are so excited about creating this space to talk more about the human aspects of deep-sea science, and would love to hear from you about your deep-sea journey!   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com Links Guests featured Bob Ballard, Ocean Exploration Trust -nautiluslive.org Tom Tangye, JNCC -jncc.gov.uk Cat Morgan, Herriott Watt University - Cat's research and Cat's project - EnDISC Resources Dyslexic friendly font (free to download) - (opendyslexic.org) The dyslexic advantage - Brock Eide  Fernette Edie (book recommendation by Bob) (dyslexicadvantage.org/book) Grammarly - spellchecking and grammar software (grammarly.com) Otter.ai - Transcribing software (otter.ai) Flux - blue-light reducing app (justgetflux.com) Claro Read - A screen-reading software that uses real voices (texthelp.com) Tips Use pencils (the twisty ones) to help with writing and for emphasis. Fonts that seem to be easier to read - Arial, Calibri, Verdana. Credits Theme – Hometime by Harvey Jones Logo image - The Deco-Stop   #Podcast #SciComm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #thomlinley #bobballard #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #adhd #autism #dyslexia #catmorgan #tech #technology #exploration #discovery #offshore #marine

The Deco-Stop: 002 - Neurodiversity in Science

Our short and to-the-point PRESSURISED version of episode 33. If you don't have time for the full episode and want to get right to the science without any of our waffle, this is the place to be!   What if your deep-sea habitat was less rocky and more fleshy? That’s right, the time has come to talk all about deep-sea parasites and their fascinating life cycles. We couldn’t think of anyone better to speak with than Dr Rod Bray, a pioneer in deep-sea parasitology research. Rod talks us through the captivating world of parasitic worms and his ongoing research into their ecology.   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO https://twitter.com/DeepSeaPod https://twitter.com/ArmatusO   Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  https://www.facebook.com/DeepSeaPodcast https://www.facebook.com/ArmatusOceanic   Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic https://www.instagram.com/deepsea_podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/armatusoceanic/   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Cercaria - Offspring of digenean parasites. Chimaera - A group of cartilaginous fish mostly found in deep waters.  Competition - A type of symbiosis where both species are harmed. Commensalism - A type of symbiosis where one species benefits and the other is unaffected. Ctenophore - “Comb jelly” marine invertebrates found worldwide. Digeneans - A class of trematodes consisting of parasitic flatworms with two suckers. Ectoparasites - Parasites that live on the skin of the host. Elasmobranch - The subclass of cartilaginous fishes consisting of sharks, skates and rays. Emmensalism - A type of symbiosis where one species is harmed and one is unaffected. Endoparasites - Parasites that live inside the tissues of the host. Facultative symbiosis - A type of symbiosis which is optional; not necessary for survival.  Flukes - “Trematoda” is a class of flatworms. They are internal parasites with a complex life cycle requiring at least two hosts. Hydrozoan - A class of cnidaria. They are small predatory animals, most are benthic and involve a polyp stage.  Monogeneans - A group of ectoparasitic flatworms commonly found on the skin, gills, or fins of fish. Mutualism - A type of symbiosis where both species benefit. Myxozoa - A group of aquatic parasites which contains some of the smallest animals known to exist. Neutralism - A type of symbiosis where neither species benefit nor are negatively affected. Parasitism - A type of symbiosis where one species benefits and one is harmed. Parasite burden - A measure of the number and virulence of the parasites that a host harbours. Symbiosis - “Living together” two different species living closely together. Teleosts - “Bony fishes”. Tunicate - These are marine invertebrates sometimes called “sea squirts”.  Links Rod’s research Rod’s article summarising the state of knowledge of deep-sea parasites in 2020   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel   #Podcast #SciComm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #Rodbray #parasitology #parasites #parasite #fluke #worm #copepod #isopod #helminth #lifecycle #deepseaspecies #symbiotic #Donwalsh #ThomasLinley #newspecies #discovery #scicomm #submarine #biodiversity #deepseacreatures #symbiosis #news #mariana #geology

PRESSURISED: 033 - Parasites with Rod Bray

What if your deep-sea habitat was less rocky and more fleshy? That’s right, the time has come to talk all about deep-sea parasites and their fascinating life cycles.  We couldn’t think of anyone better to speak with than Dr Rod Bray, a pioneer in deep-sea parasitology research. Rod talks us through the captivating world of parasitic worms and his ongoing research into their ecology.  Continuing with the parasitic theme, Thom and Alan share their critiques (and also their love for) ‘The Last of Us’, an apocalyptic TV show involving fungal parasitology. The news is somewhat less parasite-y this month with Alan officially extending the depth records for several taxa and there’s a new species of cavefish described! Don also provides a highly unexpected story from his days as Captain of a submarine...   Are you now suddenly parasite-obsessed?! Satisfy your cravings with your very own parasitic deep-sea podcast merch featuring our favourite parasite - the tongue-eating isopod, Cymothoa exigua! Check it out here!   Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Cercaria - Offspring of digenean parasites. Chimaera - A group of cartilaginous fish mostly found in deep waters.  Competition - A type of symbiosis where both species are harmed. Commensalism - A type of symbiosis where one species benefits and the other is unaffected. Ctenophore - “Comb jelly” marine invertebrates found worldwide. Digeneans - A class of trematodes consisting of parasitic flatworms with two suckers. Ectoparasites - Parasites that live on the skin of the host. Elasmobranch - The subclass of cartilaginous fishes consisting of sharks, skates and rays. Emmensalism - A type of symbiosis where one species is harmed and one is unaffected. Endoparasites - Parasites that live inside the tissues of the host. Facultative symbiosis - A type of symbiosis which is optional; not necessary for survival.  Flukes - “Trematoda” is a class of flatworms. They are internal parasites with a complex life cycle requiring at least two hosts. Hydrozoan - A class of cnidaria. They are small predatory animals, most are benthic and involve a polyp stage.  Monogeneans - A group of ectoparasitic flatworms commonly found on the skin, gills, or fins of fish. Mutualism - A type of symbiosis where both species benefit. Myxozoa - A group of aquatic parasites which contains some of the smallest animals known to exist. Neutralism - A type of symbiosis where neither species benefit nor are negatively affected. Parasitism - A type of symbiosis where one species benefits and one is harmed. Parasite burden - A measure of the number and virulence of the parasites that a host harbours. Symbiosis - “Living together” two different species living closely together. Teleosts - “Bony fishes”. Tunicate - These are marine invertebrates sometimes called “sea squirts”.  Links Rod’s article summarising the state of knowledge of deep-sea parasites in 2020 Alans research centre (and jobs) New depth records for ctenophores, hydrozoans and tunicates in the hadal zone A latitudinal gradient of deep-sea invasions for marine fishes A paper and news article describing a new fish species discovered in India living in an aquifer New phantom jelly seen The Last of us opening scene on fungal parasites   Guns N’ Roses - My Michelle Youtube Spotify   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel   #Podcast #SciComm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #Rodbray #parasitology #parasites #parasite #fluke #worm #copepod #isopod #helminth #lifecycle #deepseaspecies #symbiotic #Donwalsh #ThomasLinley #newspecies #discovery #scicomm #submarine #biodiversity #deepseacreatures #symbiosis #news #mariana #geology

033 – Parasites with Rod Bray

Our short and to the point PRESSURISED version of episode 6. If you don't have time for the full episode and want to get right to the science without any of our waffle, this is the place to be!   Our world is rapidly changing. As we move away from fossil fuels and our use of electronics increases, demand is climbing for a handful of metals key to the manufacture of modern technology. Mining the deep sea may meet these demands but is probably the most contentious issue the community is facing right now. Is there a net benefit for the deep sea, funding research and understanding, addressing climate change, and encouraging developing nations? Or is the deep sea too fragile and too unknown to be responsibly exploited? We bite off far more than we can chew by taking on this issue in a deep-sea mining special episode. Luckily, we have some guests we can call on to help us understand the issue. Professor Jeffrey Drazen of University of Hawai`i at Manoa explains just what deep-sea mining is and its ecological impacts. We then speak with Michael Lodge, secretary-general of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The ISA, comprised of 167 member states and the European Union, regulates, and controls all mineral-related activities in the open ocean – that’s the majority of the planet! Subscribe and find out more here: https://www.armatusoceanic.com/podcast/006-deep-sea-mining-special Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel (http://marvel.nu/) Image - Alan Jamieson Links ISA website: https://www.isa.org.jm/ DeepData: https://www.isa.org.jm/deepdata UNESCO report: http://whc.unesco.org/en/news/1535/   #deepseacreatures #deepseamining #deepsea #deepocean #hydrothermalvents #isa #internationalseabedauthority #science #marinebiology #nodules #submarine #scicomm #podcast

PRESSURISED: 006 - Deep-sea mining

Our short and to the point PRESSURISED version of episode 32. If you don't have time for the full episode and want to get right to the science without any of our waffle, this is the place to be!   Read the show notes and find the full episode here: https://www.armatusoceanic.com/podcast/032-whale-falls   This month is a fun one (maybe not if you love cetaceans) as we’re covering whale falls! That’s right, dead whales and the ecosystems they create on the seafloor. Professor Craig smith joins us to talk all about the stages of decomposition, the key species that whale falls support, and some truly wild tales from the high seas.    Keep updated with our latest releases by subscribing to our newsletter here eepurl.com/ihK4Hz   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Blubber - The fat of sea mammals. Cadaverine - A compound formed in the decay of animal proteins after death. Cetacean - The scientific name for whales, dolphins and porpoises. Chemoautotrophic - Obtains energy through chemical reactions rather than light. Hagfish - Eel-shaped, slime-producing fish.  Hydroxyapatite - A mineral which makes up whale bones. Osedax - A family of “bone-eating” worms which are found feasting on whale bones. Putracene - A compound formed in the decay of animal proteins after death. Purse seine netting - A vertical net ‘curtain’ which can be drawn together to enclose the whale. Sleeper sharks - Family: Somniosidae. Slow-moving sharks which can be seen feeding on whale falls. Stoneley waves - a boundary wave (or interface wave) that typically propagates along a solid-solid interface.   Links Craig’s research group Craig's article on whale fall ecology (2003) We released a piece in The Conversation on the Moon Analogy   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel  

PRESSURISED: 032 - Whale falls with Craig smith

Join world-leading deep-sea scientists Professor Alan Jamieson and Dr Thom Linley, as they talk about everything deep sea! Interesting facts, recent news, myth-busting and interviews with the most interesting people they know. Plus, legendary tales from the high seas, from the first person to reach the bottom of the Mariana Trench: Don Walsh. With new episodes released every month, they show you the deep sea as it really is, without removing any of the wonder.   Keep updated with our latest releases by subscribing to our newsletter here   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke  Thom - @ThomLinley Georgia - @geeinthesea    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea   Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com/podcast    

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This month is a fun one (maybe not if you love cetaceans) as we’re covering whale falls! That’s right, dead whales and the ecosystems they create on the seafloor. Professor Craig Smith joins us to talk all about the stages of decomposition, the key species that whale falls support, and some truly wild tales from the high seas.  We finally answer the big question, what smells worse: a dead whale or a dead deep-sea sponge? The answer might not be what you expect. We also hear from a couple friends of the show, including Shelly, who may have found one of the earliest comparisons of the moon and the deep sea, and Otis, who talks us through his research on the back of our last episode on hydrothermal vents.  In other news, consuming deep-sea water lowers cholesterol (this one is definitely, absolutely, 100% true), there’s a new deep-sea documentary premiering at Sundance and we made our first 30p (and a pint)! This newfound success has pushed us to release another Deco-Stop episode on neurodiversity in science, coming to you next month!   Keep updated with our latest releases by subscribing to our newsletter here   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke  Thom - @ThomLinley Georgia - @geeinthesea    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea   Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Glossary Blubber - The fat of sea mammals. Cadaverine - A compound formed in the decay of animal proteins after death. Cetacean - The scientific name for whales, dolphins and porpoises. Chemoautotrophic - Obtains energy through chemical reactions rather than light. Hagfish - An eel-shaped, slime-producing fish.  Hydroxyapatite - A mineral which makes up whale bones. Osedax - A family of “bone-eating” worms which are often found feasting on whale bones. Putracene - A compound formed in the decay of animal proteins after death. Purse seine netting - A vertical net ‘curtain’ which can be drawn together to enclose the whale. Sleeper sharks - Family: Somniosidae. Slow-moving sharks which can be seen feeding on whale falls. Stoneley waves - A boundary wave (or interface wave) that typically propagates along a solid-solid interface. Links Craig’s research group Craig's article on whale fall ecology (2003) ‘Rare’ deep-sea fish turns out to not be rare at all A news article and published paper on how glass sponges could provide treatment against Covid-19 A new deep-sea video game has just been released called “Surviving the Abyss” Deep Rising, the film featuring and produced by Aquaman himself, Jason Momoa, has had its premiere at Sundance Film Festival We released a piece in The Conversation on the Moon Analogy Otis Brunner’s twitter    Parade of the Wooden Soldiers - New York Percussion Trio Youtube Spotify   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel Logo image Image courtesy of NOAA   #whalefalls #whalefall #whalefallecosystems #osedax #Podcast #SciComm #Science #MarineBiology #DeepSea #DeepOcean #AlanJamieson #Donwalsh #ThomasLinley #craigsmith #discovery #scicomm #submarine # #biodiversity #deepseacreatures  #boneeatingworms #zombieworms #fossils #sundance #deepseamining #jasonmomoa 

032 - Whale falls with Craig Smith

Our short and to the point PRESSURISED version of episode 5. If you don't have time for the full episode and want to get right to the science without any of our waffle, this is the place to be!   Read the show notes and find the full episode here: www.armatusoceanic.com/podcast/005-storytelling-with-author-susan-case   In this episode we explore the power of storytelling and complete the arc of our first five episodes: science communication and perception of the deep sea.   We talk with multiple New York Times bestseller Susan Casey about telling a good story and engaging people with a narrative, while still being scientifically accurate. Plus, Don Walsh is kind enough to record his thoughts on the importance of good storytellers.   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan’s beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We’d love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod, @ArmatusO Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast, ArmatusOceanic  Instagram: @deepsea_podcast, @armatusoceanic   Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke (https://twitter.com/Hadalbloke) Thom - @ThomLinley (https://twitter.com/ThomLinley)  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://twitter.com/geeinthesea)    Instagram:  Georgia - @geeinthesea (https://www.instagram.com/geeinthesea/)    Read the show notes and find out more about us at: www.armatusoceanic.com   Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel Logo image - The Deep-Sea Podcast: PRESSURISED

PRESSURISED: 005 - Storytelling with Susan Casey

A couple of deep-sea scientists talk everything deep sea! Interesting facts, recent news, myth-busting and interviews with the most interesting people we know.

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The Deep-Sea Podcast

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