Shark Stories

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Shark Stories

They're usually the stars of horror movies, phobias and nightmares... but are sharks really our mortal enemy? These stories might just change your mind about these ancient creatures of the deep. Anthony Mederer is joined by marine biologist Dr Sara Andreotti to help us see sharks in a new and different way. Proudly brought to you by SharkSafe Barrier.

Episodes

  1. 13/12/2023

    Social Structures and Dynamics

    We continue our chat with shark conservationist, Michael Rutzen, as he shares more incredible stories from his many dives with sharks over the years. SharkSafe Barrier

    19 min

  2. 06/12/2023

    Enter the Sharkman

    World renowned shark conservationist, Michael Rutzen was among the first divers to dive cage-free with white sharks. This week, he shares some unbelievable stories with us. SharkSafe Barrier

    16 min

  3. 29/11/2023

    The Two Surfers

    In 1994, two friends went surfing at Nahoon beach in South Africa… but there was a Great White shark there too. SharkSafe Barrier

    16 min

  4. 22/11/2023

    Deep Dive

    In 1972, three divers faced a harrowing experience when one of them was attacked by oceanic whitetip sharks, while diving to the depths of the Caribbean. SharkSafe Barrier

    17 min

  5. 15/11/2023

    Sole Survivor

    Three people set out for a fishing expedition in Australia's Great Barrier Reef in 1983. Only one of them would return. SharkSafe Barrier

    18 min

  6. 08/11/2023

    The 'Deadliest Shark Attack in History'

    In 1945 - during WWII - the USS Indianapolis was sent on a top-secret mission, with over 800 soldiers on board. Only 320 survived. SharkSafe Barrier

    17 min

  7. 01/11/2023

    Black December

    In December 1957, nine people were attacked by sharks along the coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The government had a unique approach to stopping the carnage... but did it work? SharkSafe Barrier

    12 min

  8. 25/10/2023

    Jersey Shore attacks

    Up until around a century ago, people didn't know about sharks and how dangerous they could be. That all changed in July 1916. SharkSafe Barrier

    19 min
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They're usually the stars of horror movies, phobias and nightmares... but are sharks really our mortal enemy? These stories might just change your mind about these ancient creatures of the deep. Anthony Mederer is joined by marine biologist Dr Sara Andreotti to help us see sharks in a new and different way. Proudly brought to you by SharkSafe Barrier.

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  • Creator
    The Real Network
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Real Network
  • Show Website
    Shark Stories

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