Épisodes

  • Update: UK and EU Negotiations

    Update: UK and EU Negotiations
    Dec 23 2025

    In this episode Mark has a discussion with Jack Renwick, Fisheries Conservation Officer, on the recent UK and EU negotiations and what that means for shark conservation.

    The conversation covers changes in management measures for skates and rays, Spurdog and the implications of these changes.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one)!

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Stokes-Packer at mark@sharktrust.org


    Artwork by the very talented graphic designers at rev.01 Studio
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    16 min
  • Bonus: ICCAT Update

    Bonus: ICCAT Update
    Dec 4 2025

    The 10-day Annual Meeting for ICCAT (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas - and tuna-like species) ended on Monday 24th November. With some big outcomes for sharks!

    Mark has a meeting with Ali Hood, Director of Conservation, who attended the meeting to find out what happened, what it means for sharks, and whats next!

    You can read the Breaking Shark Conservation News for other details.
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    21 min
  • Bonus Minisode: Go Diving! with Miranda Krestovnikoff

    Bonus Minisode: Go Diving! with Miranda Krestovnikoff
    Jun 11 2024
    Join Mark at Go Diving, the UK's biggest dive show as we take the Shark Trust Podcast on the road! Mark met up with Shark Trust Patron and TV Presenter, Miranda Krestovnikoff. Miranda talks about her love for the ocean, working in TV, and her children following in her love for sharks!

    Watch FULL video versions of The Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please, Like and Subscribe to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation!

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    If you have questions about the podcast and would like to contact us, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Don't forget to leave a review! We read every single one!

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    10 min
  • Underwater Photography: Diving with sharks! with Caroline Robertson-Brown

    Underwater Photography: Diving with sharks! with Caroline Robertson-Brown
    Jul 16 2024
    Talking to Manta Rays? The best places to photograph sharks and rays! And tips on how to use your passion to help shark and ray conservation!

    Join Mark as he talks to the Shark Trust's Marketing Manager and Award-winning Underwater Photographer, Caroline Robertson-Brown!

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one)

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

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    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

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    37 min
  • The World of Oceanic Sharks and Rays and how to save them! with Ali Hood

    The World of Oceanic Sharks and Rays and how to save them! with Ali Hood
    May 21 2024
    Have you ever wondered how shark conservation works on an International level? How do all those countries make a decision they all agree on? And who is the voice for the sharks?

    Join Mark as he delves into the world of high seas fisheries and the history of shark conservation with Director of Conservation, Ali Hood!

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please, Like, Share and Subscribe to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And don't forget to leave a review (we read every single one!)

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    If you have questions about the podcast and would like to contact us, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

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    50 min
  • Discover Sharks with Steve Backshall

    Discover Sharks with Steve Backshall
    Apr 17 2025
    Join Mark as he speaks with Shark Trust Patron, wildlife presenter and shark expert, Steve Backshall!

    You can watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one and it means we can keep improving)

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    To see more of Steve's incredible work, check out the links below and keep an eye out for his Deadly 60 UK Tour:
    Website: stevebackshall.com/
    Instagram: @backshall.steve

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    If you are interested in supporting our conservation work, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!


    Hosted by Mark Packer.
    Recording and editing by Louis Hogan.
    Sponsored by SurfEars
    Podcast artwork by rev.01 Studio

    Thank you for listening!
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    23 min
  • Special Bonus Episode: Oceanic 31

    Special Bonus Episode: Oceanic 31
    Nov 5 2024
    A very special bonus episode dedicated to the Oceanic 31 Art Collaboration.

    Join Mark as he talks to five of the thirty-one artists, Rachel Brooks, Janina Rossiter, James Higgs, Janavi Kramer and Abigail Burt, about their pieces in the Oceanic 31 Collection. And explore how art can bring a new perspective to conservation!

    You can bid on the original Oceanic 31 art pieces here.

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one)

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    To see more of the artists incredible work, check out the links below to their Instagram pages:
    Rachel Brooks: @rachelbrooksart
    Janavi Kramer: @belowandbeyondart
    Jimmy Higgs: @james_higgs
    Janina Rossiter: @janinarossiter
    Abigail Burt: @abigailiburt

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    Instagram (@thesharktrust)
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    Twitter/X (@sharktrustuk)

    If you are interested in supporting our conservation work, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

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    55 min
  • Species Focus: Basking Sharks! with Rachel Brooks

    Species Focus: Basking Sharks! with Rachel Brooks
    Jul 23 2024
    An episode fully focused on one of the UK's most famous sharks, the Basking Shark! How big are their brains? Where can you see them? What makes them so iconic?

    Join Mark as he talks to Award-winning Wildlife Artist, Scientific Illustrator and Basking Shark Expert, Rachel Brooks!

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one)

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    To see more of Rachel's incredible work, check out the links below:
    Website: rachelbrooksart.com
    Instagram: @rachelbrooksart

    Follow us on our social media platforms below:
    Instagram (@thesharktrust)
    Facebook (@thesharktrust)
    LinkedIn (@shark-trust)
    Twitter/X (@sharktrustuk)

    If you are interested in supporting our conservation work, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Artwork by the very talented graphic designers at rev.01 Studio
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    32 min