Unchatted Waters

Welcome to  Unchatted  Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  This new series takes us on new "journeys of discovery" across time, technology, the globe and beyond.    Welcome to  U nchatted   W aters, in this episode we go on a journey across the skies and talk about how remote  aircraft  can provide data for science. From understanding changes in the shape of our coast...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. This new series takes us on new "journeys of discovery" across time, technology, the globe and beyond.    In this episode we discover how we can harness energy from the planet, from sun, wind and even tides and waves. We learn how energy has shaped our modern world, and the need to balance the impacts and benefit...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. This new series takes us on new "journeys of discovery" across time, technology, the globe and beyond.    In this episode we explore emergencies in the marine environment. We learn about the on-call team that coordinates the response, across agencies to "STEP UP" to provide advice and monitoring during and after...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. This new series takes us on new "journeys of discovery" across time, technology, the globe and beyond.  In this episode we will take a journey down to explore the deep sea, and learn how animals have adapted these extreme environments in the ocean. This journey will descend from surface, but also travel across ti...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. This new series takes us on new "journeys of discovery" across time, technology, the globe and beyond.    In this episode we take a journey across technology and learn how videos can give us insight into life below the surface. From understanding   species in an area/ecosystem to details on what fishing vessels c...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. This new series takes us on new "journeys of discovery" across time, technology, the globe and beyond.  In this episode we use a tropical fish tank as a looking glass, exploring a coral reef ecosystem. We journey across the globe to  really find nemo and understand where aquarium species come from and, the global...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. This new series takes us on new "journeys of discovery" across time, technology, the globe and beyond.  In this episode we explore an ancient mystery.   While the eel features in tales and folklore across Europe, this secretive shapeshifter has puzzled scientists for thousands of years, So, if you share our curio...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. NEW SERIES COMING SOON! A new year means a new set of episodes… but this time with a twist. I'll still be chatting to two guests but now it's time to set sail on a different journey, one of discovery. This new series will celebrate journeys across technological boundaries, ancient mystery as well as traveling to...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.   In this episode we discuss blue carbon, a key tool in   the climate change toolbox. We explore how marine habitats can lock away atmospheric carbon, from our coasts to the distant seafloor, both locally and globally. Most importantly though , we discuss the importance of partnering up with nature, to "top up" h...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.    In this episode we explore Marine Protected Areas, from mapping uncharted areas of the seafloor, to understanding how plants and animals use habitats across the globe. So if   you're interested in exploring the many threads of information behind that patchwork quilt of MPAs, then join us,   as we get in the zo...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.    In this episode we talk about biodiversity in a changing world, from what contributes defining biodiversity, to the past, present and future approaches used to discover new species.   So, if you are curious about evolution, food webs or even tree of life, and how we   untangle these complex topics, then this i...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  In this episode we talk about "the colour of pollution",   we discuss the sources of marine pollution, from the chemicals found to some of the impacts on systems such as food webs. We explore detection, monitoring, indicators and global objectives that contribute to prioritising where we can take action to reduc...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.    In this episode we talk about marine litter. So, if you're at your bathroom sink daydreaming about your day ahead, this episode talks about where that toothbrush might end up when you've finished using it. We talk about marine litter monitoring and how changing our behaviour and attitude can bring about positi...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  In this episode we dip our ears into the ocean and listen to the magical soundscape beneath the waves. We discuss what we can hear underwater, from earth, animals and humans that contribute to the instruments, players and composition of a symphony. So submerge yourself in this episode as we open your ears to the...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  In this episode we talk about one of the greatest challenges of our generation, climate change. More specifically we learn about how temperature changes impact the ocean, and how we can come together to adapt to the changes we're seeing now, to protect our future. If you'd like to learn more and hear interesting...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  In this episode we explore how our ocean moves, from waves crashing on the seashore to the ocean conveyor belt moving across the globe. If you find yourself looking out at the sea and want to understand more of its secrets, join this episode and you may just uncover a treasure trove of information, hidden in a m...

Hi there, its Kirsty Bradley your host and producer, and its time to set sail again to explore more Unchatted Waters. We have new episodes coming in 2024 talking about big topics... like how the ocean moves, and challenges such as marine litter and climate change. We'll follow our usual format of me chatting with two guests, the people behind the science, with our trusty jargon alarm. So let's cas...

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Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  In this episode we'll serve up a twist on the British classic. Exploring how fish and the electronic microchips found in our tags can tell us where fish go and give an insight into population movements and migration. So, grab your salt and vinegar and let's take a bite into this fascinating topic about fish and...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  In this episode we talk about preventing disease outbreaks to ensure we can farm our seafood successfully. We learn about the Fish Health Inspectors travelling across England and Wales as well laboratory testing to uncover where disease came from and how to stop its spread. If you love a jigsaw puzzle, then this...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science.  In this episode we will be talking about the microscopic world of pathogens, bacteria and viruses, but most importantly how to keep our seafood safe to eat, considering human health now and in the future. So, make sure you pop the cork on that champagne, get your oysters ready, as we peel back the shell into thi...

Welcome to Unchatted Waters, the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. In this episode we'll be donning our lifejackets, putting on our wellies and exploring our scientific surveys. We'll discuss how we sample across the entire food web from the smallest phytoplankton to the largest fin whales. During our voyage we will talk about the people and technology that help us understand th...

Welcome to the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. In this episode we'll be exploring the fascinating world of farming our seafood both across time and across the globe. We will get a taste of how seaweed is becoming a versatile ingredient in this sector and as usual our jargon alarm will make sure we explain any technical information. Making this episode on everyone's menu.     H...

Welcome to the podcast that talks to the people behind the science. In this episode we will be talking about aquatic food production. So, if you are hungry for a discussion on seafood, this is the episode for you. We discuss catching and farming our seafood as well as feeding global appetites both now and in the future. So, grab your knife and fork as we tuck into this delicious topic.   Hosted by...