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Ocean Pod is a marine science podcast hosted by Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders—two Australian marine scientists with a passion for all things to do with ocean. Whether you're an ocean lover, student, or part of a coastal community, this podcast invites you into engaging conversations that explore marine life, uncover ocean mysteries, and spotlight the people working to protect our blue planet. Ocean Pod is your meeting place for stories from the sea—one episode at a time.
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Researching Antarctica
In this episode of Ocean Pod, we take a journey to one of the most remote and extreme environments on Earth - Antarctica.We’re joined by Dr Tess Cole, who shares her firsthand experiences working in…
Oysters oysters oysters!!
In this episode of Ocean Pod, we are talking about oyster reefs - one of Australia’s most important, yet often overlooked, marine ecosystems. Once widespread along our coastlines, oyster reefs…
Searching for seadragons
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Bronwyn and Nina dive into the world of seadragons. From their intricate camouflage to their unique reproductive strategies, we explore what makes these animals so…
Whale sharks
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Bronwyn and Nina dive into the world of whale sharks - the largest fish in the ocean. Joining us to explore the science behind whale shark behaviour and migration is Dr…
Ocean comedy
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders are joined by stand-up comedian and former marine biologist Forrest Shaw to explore what happens when ocean science…
Sea snakes
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders learn about some of the ocean’s most specialised and least understood reptiles - sea snakes.They are joined by Dr Jenna…
Busting ocean myths
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders dive into a fun and science-backed ocean myth-busting session, unpacking some of the most common “facts” we’ve all heard…
Why do we fear sharks?
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders are joined by Dr Brianna le Busque, an Environmental Psychology Scientist whose research looks into how humans perceive…
Live coral trade
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders are joined by Jasmin Broadbridge, a PhD candidate in the Wildlife Crime Hub at the University of Adelaide, whose…
Bowhead whales
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders are joined by Nick Freymueller, a paleoecologist and biogeographer whose research explores how species respond to a…
Nature's blue climate solution
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders are joined by Dr Sophie Russell, an ecologist from the University of Adelaide’s Future Coasts Lab. Sophie’s research…
Exploring the Galápagos Islands
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders take listeners on a journey to one of the most iconic places in marine science - the Galápagos Islands.Bronwyn has just…
Rewilding our oceans
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders are joined by Professor Sean Connell, a world-leading marine ecologist from the University of Adelaide. From the…
Lets talk sharks
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders sit down with Professor Charlie Huveneers, one of Australia’s leading shark scientists, to explore the fascinating world…
How to become a marine scientist
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders shift focus to a question they get asked all the time—how do you become a marine scientist?If you've ever wondered what…
Sea Country
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders explore the concept of Sea Country—First Nations peoples’ deep, enduring connections to ocean and coast that have guided…
Understanding Marine Protected Areas
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders dive into the world of marine protected areas—parts of the ocean where human activities are carefully managed to protect…
Reading the bones of the sea
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders uncover the secrets hidden in the bones of the sea. From fish ear bones to shells and other hard structures, they…
South Australia's harmful algal bloom
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders chat with Sam Gaylard, Principal Marine Scientist at the South Australian Environment Protection Authority. Sam shares…
Climate change in our oceans
In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders speak with marine scientist Dr Chloe Hayes about one of the biggest challenges facing our blue planet: climate change.…
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Ocean Pod has published 22 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Nature, Science.
Ocean Pod is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 34m.
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