Latest Underwater Podcast Episodes

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Episode 50: An interview with your host Matt Testoni

Seacreatures - April 26, 2024 23:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
In episode 50 of the seacreatures podcast we celebrate this milestone show by mixing the it up a bit and having your host Matt Testoni as the guest. Matt's good friend Suz Kroeber interviews the seacreatures podcast host all about why he loves diving, how he goes about taking underwater photos, ...

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Episode 49: Basking Sharks with Rachel Brooks

Seacreatures - March 28, 2024 00:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
Matt chats to ocean artist Rachel Brooks all about the amazing world of the Basking Shark. Not only do Rachel and Matt chat about some cool facts, they also delve into the vast amount of unanswered questions that remain about the lives of Basking Sharks. From where they breed to why they might h...

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Episode 48: Eels with Malcolm Johnson

Seacreatures - February 19, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
Matt chats to Eel advocate and enthusiast Malcolm Johnson all about this amazing seacreature. Malcolm talks all about how Eels start their lives as tiny larvae way out at sea and migrate, and morph as they journey back into rivers and lakes, before returning decades later to the sea where they w...

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Episode 47: Whale Sharks with Jake Wilton

Seacreatures - February 03, 2024 07:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
Matt chats to wildlife photographer Jake Wilton all about the world of the Whale Shark. From how to photograph one these incredible animals to what it's like to swim and work alongside the worlds biggest fish. Checkout Jake Wilton's fantastic photographic work on Instagram https://www.instagra...

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Episode 46: The Gloomy Sydney Octopus with Lawrence Sheele

Seacreatures - December 21, 2023 21:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
Lawrence Sheele and Matt Testoni talk all about the amazing world of the Gloomy Octopus (also known as the Sydney Octopus) in this episode of the Seacreatures Podcast. Lawrence talks all about how the Gloomy Octopus is one of the only octopus to be observed as living in a small community, nickna...

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Episode 45: Horseshoe Crabs with Quinn Whitesall McHerron

Seacreatures - November 24, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
In this episode Matt and marine biologist Quinn chat all about the incredible animal that is the Horseshoe crab. Quinn explains how this unusual seacreature is not a crab at all, but is actually more closely related to scorpions, has unique and medically special blood, and walks a huge distance ...

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Episode 44: White's Seahorse with Dave Harasti

Seacreatures - October 23, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
In this episode join Matt and Dave Harasti as they chat all about the White's Seahorse. An endangered species that lives, in all places, Sydney Harbour. Dave talks all about his amazing work making seahorse hotels that create new habitats for the White's Seahorse.  To learn more about White's S...

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Episode 43: Short Tailed Shearwaters with Olly Dove

Seacreatures - August 10, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
Join Matt Testoni and Olly Dove as they delve into the world of the Short Tailed Shearwater. Olly has worked with these birds on islands in Tasmania and shares her first hand knowledge of what its like being a sea bird researcher. From making sure you have a shearwater nest and not a penguin nes...

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Episode 42: Giant Pacific Octopus with David Scheel

Seacreatures - July 26, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
Join Matt Testoni and David Scheel as they chat all about the incredible world of the Giant Pacific Octopus. David tells us some remarkable facts and behaviours he has studied along with what its like to encounter these amazing underwater animals. Check out David Scheel's new book https://www....

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Roni Ben-Aharon - Diving the Philippines with Atlantis Resorts & Liveaboard

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - June 27, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour
Roni Ben-Aharon If you've ever visited a dive show in the last few years you may have seen this lady representing Atlantis on stands or even on stage providing presentations about the amazing diving on offer in the Philippines. Roni is super vibrant and just as passionate about our sport and wha...

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Episode 41: Leatherback Sea Turtles with Sam Riley

Seacreatures - June 27, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
In this episode Matt chats to Sam all about the amazing world of Leatherback Sea Turtles. Sam talks about his experiences working with this enormous animal and how they have some rather unique and astonishing biological skills. Check out Sam's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/samriley_wild...

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Episode 40: Squid with Matty Smith

Seacreatures - May 30, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
In this episode Matt and Matt talk all about squid and what it's like to spend time around these amazing animals. This episodes guest Matty Smith is a talented underwater photographer who isn't afraid of an early morning 5am night dive if it means he gets to photograph the local squid population...

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Andy Ridley & Becky Evers - Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - May 29, 2023 06:00 - 57 minutes
THE END OF TALKING. THE AGE OF DOING. Attention, nature enthusiasts and aspiring conservationists! An incredible opportunity has emerged that allows you to become an integral part of saving one of the world's most precious natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef. Prepare to be amazed as Citize...

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Simon Mitchell - Explaining Decompression Illness & Hyperbaric treatment

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - May 15, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour
Simon's correct title reads... Professor Simon Mitchell MB ChB, PhD, DipOccMed, DipAdvDHM (ANZCA), FUHM, FANZCA, Department of Anaesthesiology, University of Auckland.  This clearly does not fit in the title of this episode however, it goes a LONG way to explaining why Simon is one of the top do...

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Pete Mesley - Lust 4 Rust / Shock and Awe Diving

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - April 24, 2023 07:00 - 2 hours
Today, we are thrilled to have a distinguished guest with us a man whose passion for diving spans over three decades and has led him to become one of the most skilled technical divers and instructors in the southern hemisphere. Google the name of Pete Mesley, and you'll find his namesake website...

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Episode 39: Orcas with Hanne Strager

Seacreatures - April 22, 2023 04:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
In this episode Matt chats to Hanne Strager all about the society and culture of Orcas. Hanne has spent years researching the culture and stories of these amazing animals for her new book, The Killer Whale Journals Our Love and Fear of Orcas. She shares a couple of her favourite stories, from Or...

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Nathalie Lasselin - A deep dive into Film-making and exploration with AquaNath

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - April 05, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours
Ladies and gents, welcome to the Scuba GOAT podcast.  Last year at the OzTek dive show in Melbourne, I had the pleasure of meeting Nathalie Lasselin. Our introduction was brief, but it was enough to pique my interest in her inspiring story and make me realize that she needed to be featured on th...

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Vanessa Torres Macho & Talia Greis - Photography & Liquid Lens

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - April 05, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour
Welcome to the latest episode of Scuba GOAT! In this episode, we talk to Vanessa Torres Macho and Talia Greis, the founders of Liquid Lens, a project promoting and encouraging women in underwater photography. Vanessa is a 20+ year dive professional and the owner of Underwater Imaging Australia, ...

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Nicholas Remy - The Underwater Club

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - April 05, 2023 06:00 - 2 hours
Are you intrigued by the complexities of underwater photography? Nicolas Remy (multi award-winning underwater photographer and founder of The Underwater Club) joins me in the studio to shed some light on this intricate art. Nicolas and his wife Lena caught my attention initially with their stun...

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Episode 38: Albatross with Keith Reid

Seacreatures - March 09, 2023 06:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
In this episode Matt chats to Keith all about the amazing ocean bird that is the Albatross. Keith talks about his time researching them on remote islands, how we can protect them and even what its like to be preened by an Albatross! Learn more about these amazing birds by visiting ACAP as menti...

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Sean Clements - SDC watches

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - February 27, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour
 Are you a fan of scuba diving or luxury watches? Well, Sean Clements certainly is, and a few years ago, he found a way to combine his passions and create a path for the future away from the corporate rat-race. Sean's vision led him to create SDC Watches, a dive watch brand that offers luxurious...

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Episode 37: Jellyfish with Scott Morrissey

Seacreatures - February 15, 2023 23:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
Learn all about the mysterious and unknown world of Jellyfish as Matt chats to Jellyfish researcher and enthusiast Scott Morrissey.  We learn all about species such as the Immortal Jellyfish and the deadly Box Jellyfish. If you thought that ocean animals were unique then wait till you learn more...

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Don Silcock - Senior Travel Editor meets El Blanco

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - February 13, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours
Don Silcock, esteemed Senior Travel Editor of Scuba Diver magazine and the mastermind behind Indo-Pacific Images, graces the studio for a long-awaited reunion, accompanied by good banter and a few cold ones. Embark on a riveting journey as we delve into Don's extensive travels and an array of ca...

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Dan Johnson - MV Oceania Liveaboard - Part 2

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - January 30, 2023 00:00 - 47 minutes
Dan Johnson is the man in charge of MV Oceania, co-owner, and captain of this beautiful vessel, and joins me to kick off Season 4. MV Oceania is a liveaboard scuba diving vessel that operates out of Walindi Plantation, New Britain, Papua New Guinea. Papua New Guinea, located in the Coral Triang...

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Dan Johnson - MV Oceania Liveaboard - Part 1

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - January 16, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour
Dan Johnson is the man in charge of MV Oceania, co-owner, and captain of this beautiful vessel, and joins me to kick off Season 4. MV Oceania is a liveaboard scuba diving vessel that operates out of Walindi Plantation, New Britain, Papua New Guinea. Papua New Guinea, located in the Coral Triang...

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Episode 22: AJV Archaeology No. 022 - LEGACY Pt. III- The Search for the Santa Gloria Caravels

AJV Archaeology - January 09, 2023 00:00 - 42 minutes
This is the third episode of the “LEGACY” series and is brought to you by Maritime Legacy Project: Jamaica. The Maritime Legacy Project: Jamaica is a geoarchaeological initiative to Search for Columbus’s last shipwrecks in Jamaica which are the maritime component of the Taíno-Spanish En...

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Episode 21: AJV Archaeology No. 021 - LEGACY Pt. II- My Start in Archaeology and Jamaica’s Beckoning

AJV Archaeology - January 02, 2023 00:00 - 33 minutes
This is the second episode of the “LEGACY” series and is brought to you by Maritime Legacy Project: Jamaica. The Maritime Legacy Project: Jamaica is a geoarchaeological initiative to Search for Columbus’s last shipwrecks in Jamaica which are the maritime component of the Taíno-Spanish E...

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Jason Fondis - Blue Corner Dive Nusa Penida

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - December 31, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour
Nusa Penida is a stunning island off the east coast of Bali– one look at the dazzling cliffs, hidden coves and secret beaches, and you’ll think you’ve stumbled into a spectacular island paradise.  Each time I visit I am blown away by the location, the people, and the diving.  This location benef...

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Josh Richards - The Engelbrechts east extension, Mount Gambia

The Scuba GOAT Podcast - December 05, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour
Josh Richards may not have decades of caving experience under his belt, however what he does have is a love for Wombats and the desire to act like one at times.  Joking aside, Josh's thirst for adventure started whilst diving as a kid with his father, continuing into a military career as a soldi...

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Episode 36: Plankton with Erich Hoyt

Seacreatures - November 21, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★ - 9 ratings
The world of PLANKTON is uncovered in episode 36 of the Seacreatures Podcast. Our guest Erich Hoyt, whale researcher and plankton enthusiast talks all about the world of plankton, from what they are to where they live and why they are so amazing. Erich's passion for plankton has led to the relea...