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The Fisheries Podcast

A team of fisheries scientists

A weekly podcast sharing stories of the amazing people and projects that make up the fisheries science profession.

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All Episodes

89:21

The Hidden World Below: Life Beneath the Surface...

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2026/03/15

What happens beneath the surface of an aquatic system is a world most people never see—but today’s guest is bringing that hidden world to life through science and underwater storytelling.This week, Conrad had the pleasure of speaking with PhD candidate and underwater videographer Graham Montague from the University of Vermont in a fascinating conversation that explored both his research and creative work beneath the surface. The discussion dove into the intersection of science communication and

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59:57

351 - Kelp Forests, Bivalves, and Polyculture with...

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2026/03/08

On this episode of The Fisheries Podcast, Alanna hosts Dr. Gretchen McCarthy. The two discuss experiences in oyster farming, Gretchen's time as a Hollings Scholar and her bivalve research, as well as her more recent work into kelp forests, polyculture systems, and the importance of ecosystems for major bivalve resources in New Zealand. We hope you enjoy this episode!Main point: "People are a part of their biosphere." Find Gretchen on LinkedIn, ResearchGate, or Facebook. Get in touch with

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30:22

350 - Researching Florida's fisheries, from Lionfish...

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2026/03/01

This week, Preston sits down with Dr. Mike Allen from the University of Florida. They discuss just a few of the myriad research projects that Mike has been a part of since getting to Florida, from the impacts of Lionfish to Florida Bass and from forward facing sonar to his current work with snook in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico. We hope that you enjoy this episode! Main point: "Make your job fun!" Mike's email address: msal@ufl.edu Get in touch with us! The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook,

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67:51

349 - Gonzo Ichthyology, a Graphic Guide with Dr....

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2026/02/22

On this weeks episode Brendan is joined by the delightful minds behind Gonzo Ichthyology, A Graphic Guide. This incredibly illustrated book is a hilarious guide on the history of ichthyology, anatomy, behaviour, evolution, and achievements of fish. This book is absolutely filled with illustrations that are both surreal and hilarious. This book is both engaging, funny, and absolutely Gonzo. We dive into what exactly gonzo means and how this passion project came to be, how humor can be used to

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88:22

Episode 348 - Spearfishing Adventures, Hormonal...

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2026/02/15

Conrad sat down with Michael Sipos, Florida Sea Grant Agent, to explore his journey from aquarium hobbyist to marine biologist—connecting his passion for science, sustainability, and the sea. From his master’s research on hormonal induction spawning in ornamental fish, advancing sustainable aquaculture practices, to his current work addressing invasive species and fishing education in Florida, Mike blends research with real-world impact. Off the clock, he channels that same curiosity into

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45:02

347 - Grouper Spawning with Janelle Layton

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2026/02/08

This week, Alanna speaks with Janelle Layton, a MS/PHD student at Oregon State University about her multi-faceted research on the famous grouper spawning aggregations of Little Cayman. Listen to this week's episode to hear more about Nassau, Tiger, and Yellowfin grouper, as well as learn about some of the unique methods that Janelle uses in her work, such as heat shock protein analysis and bomb calorimetry. Main point: "Communication is important." Find Janelle via her website

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81:26

346 - Northern Snakehead and other Virginia...

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2026/02/01

This week, Preston chats with John Odenkirk from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. They discuss John's involvement with the Northern Snakehead introduction into the Potomac River, covering everything from the initial media-driven public hysteria to the current population status and the documented impacts (or lack thereof) of the introduction. They also discuss aquatic species that have been introduced to Virginia that received less publicity, but have shown more negative

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44:57

345 - Tapping into Local Angler Knowledge with PhD...

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2026/01/25

Brendan is joined by Joel Zhang, who is currently working on his PhD with Dr. Steven Cooke and Dr. David Phillip at Carleton University. Brendan and Joel discuss Joel's current work looking at the impact of sanctuaries on local black bass populations, and how they used local angler knowledge to gain more information about how the fishery has performed over time. They also discuss Joel's goals of bringing more social science into the field.Joel's Paper: Local Angler Knowledge Reveals Declines in

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43:41

344- Biodiversity and Taxonomy of Apicomplexan Blood...

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2026/01/17

This week, Conrad had the pleasure of speaking with his good friend, Natalie Ritter. Natalie is currently pursuing her master's degree in marine and environmental science at the University of the Virgin Islands. Her research focuses on the biodiversity and taxonomy of Apicomplexan blood parasites that infect coral reef fishes. They speak on the accessibility of scientific information and the benefit of a variety of different media types to spread scientific awareness. We hope you enjoy this week's

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41:39

343 - Sharks of Ningaloo and Around the World with...

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2026/01/11

Joining Alanna on the podcast this week is Dr. Emily Lester, a marine ecologist with an interest in coral reef ecosystems, predator-prey dynamics, and anthropogenic changes to animal behavior. Emily shares her experience working with the whale sharks of Ningaloo and explains the process to becoming a Fulbright researcher. Listeners will get a sneak peak of Emily's newest research on meeting goals in global shark conservation!Main point: "The best conservation happens when people and nature both

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40:38

342 - The history and the future of Smallmouth Bass...

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2026/01/04

This week, Preston catches up with Andrew Bade, the supervisor of the Warmwater and Coldwater Fisheries Management Programs for Connecticut DEEP. They discuss Andrew's education and career journeys, before diving into the history of introduced Smallmouth Bass in Connecticut. Andrew focuses in and shares the unique and cyclical history of Smallmouth Bass in one of Connecticut's lakes, as well as the current management strategies they are implementing to restore this popular fishery. We hope that

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74:51

341 - "Would a Walleye by any other name taste as...

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2025/12/28

For the final episode of 2025 The Fisheries Podcast brings you an absolutely delightful conversation between Brendan and Dr. Nicholas Mandrak of the University of Toronto Scarborough on binomial nomenclature, the Committee on Names of Fishes, and most importantly, how and why fish get and keep and or change their scientific and or common names!Dr. Mandrak is a legendary scientist in Canadian circles, having co-authored over 250 primary publications, over 100 government reports, 40 COSEWIC reports,

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81:45

340 - Tales of the 48 with Ryan Burch

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2025/12/21

This week, Conrad speaks with his friend Ryan Burch of @talesofthe48. Ryan is on an inspiring journey, traveling across the lower 48 states in a truck camper with his dog. His mission? To create a documentary about catching a fish on the fly in each state he visits. In the spirit of the holiday season, Ryan reflects on the kindness he's encountered from people across the first 24 states. He shares heartwarming stories that showcase not only the fish he has caught but also the hospitality and

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51:14

339 - Natural Chemical Tracers and Applications in...

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2025/12/14

This week Alanna chats with Dr. John Mohan, a Conservation Biologist in Protected Resources at the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries, about his work using chemical tracers such as trace elements and isotopes in fisheries science. The two chemistry fans talk about applications in species such as striped bass, Atlantic croakers, Pacific bluefin tuna, and a variety of sharks. John provides a crash course in chemical tracers for those interested in using these tools, and gives excellent advice

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28:09

338 - Preston goes solo: personal and professional...

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2025/12/07

This week, a busy 2025, a lack of sleep, and possible procrastination result in Preston having to do a solo episode. He provides updates on his career journey since he was last on the show as a guest in late 2023. He then opens up about some of the personal challenges going on at home and he wraps up by giving out some of his top book recommendations in several science-y categories. Main point: "Never hesitate to reach out for help." Preston's Instagram: @hokie_fish_biologist Get in touch with

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38:03

337 - CITES, international shark fisheries policy,...

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2025/11/30

This week, Elise (IG: @elisemobranchii) hosts Dr. David Shiffman (@whysharksmatter), an interdisciplinary ocean conservation scientist whose research focuses on the ecology and conservation of chondrichthyan fishes, to talk about this week's COP20 CITES shark and ray proposals! David is a public science engagement specialist, an award-winning writer and educator, and author of the book “Why Sharks Matter: A Deep Dive with the World's Most Misunderstood Predator”. He currently works as an ocean

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60:30

336 - Should we keep stocking Chinook Salmon in Lake...

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2025/11/23

Brendan is joined by Dr. Kathryn Peiman to discuss the history of non-native salmonids in the Lake Ontario, and her current work on an opinion piece regarding the stocking of Chinook salmon in the Great Lakes. Tune in to learn about the history of how long ago these fishes found themselves in Lake Ontario, how many times it's been tried, and the impacts that managing Lake Ontario for these salmonids has had on how we use Lake Ontario. They cover the impacts of stocking, how Alewife have driven

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79:26

335 - Muskie Acoustic Telemetry, Expert Knowledge...

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2025/11/16

This week's episode showcases the result of when two dedicated fisheries biologists and passionate anglers come together to record a podcast. Conrad had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Erin Wilson, an avid multispecies angler and fisheries biologist. Erin has leveraged her passion and skills in her career, discussing how instrumental being an angler has been for her success in the fisheries world. She shared insights from her remarkable master's studies, highlighting her first chapter on

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40:55

334 - Southern New England Cod with Ali Frey

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2025/11/09

This week Alanna interviews PhD candidate Ali Frey. Ali obtained her Bachelor's degree at the University of Rhode Island where she researched little skates and ichthyoplankton before working at the NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service Northeast Fisheries Science Center. The two discuss Ali's current research into southern New England Atlantic Cod at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth School for Marine Science and Technology and how she leverages methods like acoustic telemetry to study

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58:20

333 - AGFC's Black Bass Program with Jeremy Risley...

The Fisheries Podcast ·

2025/11/02

This week, Preston sits down with Jeremy Risley and Eric Naas from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's Black Bass Program. They highlight many of the important projects that the Black Bass Program conducts and their innovative process to formulate their statewide Reservoir Black Bass Management Plan. They also discuss the immense excitement that is building for the upcoming Legacy Lunker Program. We hope that you enjoy this episode!Main point: "Your fishing stories are immensely valuable and

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