
Seacreatures
The Seacreatures Podcast explores the fascinating world of marine animals. Each episode features a guest who has firsthand experience with a specific sea creature, from marine biologists and divers to underwater photographers and citizen scientists. The show aims to educate and inspire listeners about ocean life.
Episodes
Episode 64: Grey Whales with Chloe Robinson
Send us Fan MailMatt and Chloe talk all about the wonderful world of Grey Whales. From how they scoop up the ocean floor to eat, to how certain individuals have mysteriously popped up on the other side of the world! If you want to learn about a rather different gentle giant of the sea then tune in to this episode of Seacreatures Podcast all about Grey Whales.Check out Chloe Robinson's work he
Episode 63: Dolphins with Martina Zimmitti
Send us Fan MailMatt and guest Martina Zimmitti chat all about the world of dolphins. Martina has spent years as a dolphin training and thus shares some amazing insights on what it is like to work with these incredible animals. Learn about the world of dolphins, from how they behave and their social interactions to what the day in the life of a dolphin is like. Martina provides some amazing insigh
Episode 62: Whales with Vanessa Pirotta
Send us Fan MailMatt and Vanessa chat all about the wonderful world of whales! From the differences between toothed and baleen whales to how they all have belly buttons and that they are a relative of the hippo. Vanessa brings a wealth of amazing whale knowledge to the SEACREATURES podcast. Part 1 of our end of year whale theme!Check out Vanessa Pirotta's website https://www.vanessapirotta.co
Episode 61: Nautilus with Johanna Sherrill
Send us Fan MailMatt and Johanna chat about the mysterious Nautilus! A still very understudied but amazing animal closely related to Octopus and Cuttlefish. Johanna who worked as a veterinarian treating Nautilus has all kinds of cool and awesome information about these deep sea ancient species. From the how their shell works to what they eat, everything Nautilus is covered on this episode of Seacr
Episode 60: Manta Rays with Mox Ismail
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt talks to Mox all about Manta Rays. Mox has spent most of his life diving and snorkelling with these amazing animals and is able to share some very special insights. From cephalic lobes to theories on what Manta Rays eat, tune in to learn more about these gentle giants of the sea. Learn more and connect with Mox on his social media accounts https://www.instagram
Episode 59: Quirky Seacreatures with Kirsty Webeck
Send us Fan MailMatt chats to comedian Kirsty Webeck all about some weird and wonderful ocean animals. From the Vampire squid to the Wobbegong shark and the Costasiella seaslug the ocean is home to some very quirky seacreatures. Learn about the shark that can bite its own tail, the squid that has bioluminescent mucus instead of ink and the seaslug with solar all on this episode of the Seacreatures
Episode 58: Livyatan the Ancient Sperm Whale with Ben Francischelli
Send us Fan MailMatt and palaeontologist guest Ben Francischelli chat all about the extinct super predator Livyatan. A 3 million year old giant Sperm Whale that roamed the oceans and likely preyed upon animals like the Megalodon Shark. With huge 40cm teeth, Livyatan was perhaps one of the biggest predators to ever live! Ben talks us through what its like to look for the fossils of a Livyatan and t
Episode 57: Ruby Seadragons with Nerida Wilson
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the podcast, guest Nerida Wilson talks to host Matt Testoni all about the little known species the Ruby Seadragon. Whilst the Weedy and Leafy Seadragons garner lots of attention there is actually a third species of Seadragon in the world that was only described in 2015. So what do we know about a species so new to marine biology? Find out in this episode of the
Episode 56: Lumpsuckers with Ruben Vermeule
Send us Fan Mail On this episode Matt chats to Ruben Vermeule all about diving with Lumpsuckers in the Netherlands. Learn about this amazing fish that is commonly dived with but not talked about enough. From creating a "nest" to turning orange they are one quirky fish! Check out Ruben's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eendierofzo/Check out Dan Musil (our theme composer)https://d
Episode 55: Stromatolites with Zoe Kean
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Seacreatures Podcast, Matt chats to Zoe Kean all about the world of Stromatolites. These ancient single celled organisms are one of the original, oldest and first seacreatures on our planet and can still be found in small isolated locations today!!!! Zoe uses them in her latest book to both start and finish explaining why we are who we are in a biological s
Episode 54: Sharks with Madi Green
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Seacreatures we chat to Madi Green, a forensic marine ecologist all about the wonderful world of sharks. Matt and Madi chat about everything shark including how some shark babies are born with tiny sheaths on their nose and what species is the world smallest shark. Learn more about sharks herehttps://www.shark-references.com/Check out some of Madi's work on
Episode 53: Seals with Mary-Anne Lea
Send us Fan MailMatt and Professor Mary-Anne chat all about the world of Seals. Mary-Anne shares lots of awesome information about seal biology, facts about how they sleep and dive, and even what it's like to sit next to a 3 tonne Elephant Seal.Check out Professor Mary-Anne Lea's work herehttps://mpredlab.org/and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mpred_lab/or X (Twitter)https://x.c
Episode 52: Lionfish with Klaus Stiefel
Send us Fan MailMatt and Klaus talk all about the world of the Lionfish in this episode of the SEACREATURES podcast. Klaus shares some amazing insights into why Lionfish are so environmentally damaging in the Caribbean but beloved and in the Pacific. And, we chat about Klaus's latest book! Check out Klaus's website here https://pacificklaus.com/and see his awesome photos https://www.flic
Episode 51: Squid with Gretta Pecl
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to squid and climate scientist Gretta Pecl all about the amazing world of squid! From their bizarre and various mating behaviours to why their skin and ink is so cool. If you love squid facts this is the episode for you! Check out Gretta's citizen science project REDMAP herehttps://www.redmap.org.au/Gretta's squid articles herehttps://www.redmap
Episode 50: An interview with your host Matt Testoni
Send us Fan MailIn episode 50 of the seacreatures podcast we celebrate this milestone show by mixing the it up a bit and having your host Matt Testoni as the guest. Matt's good friend Suz Kroeber interviews the seacreatures podcast host all about why he loves diving, how he goes about taking underwater photos, and his ocean passion. Check out Matt Testoni's photography on Instagramhttps:
Episode 49: Basking Sharks with Rachel Brooks
Send us Fan MailMatt chats to ocean artist Rachel Brooks all about the amazing world of the Basking Shark. Not only do Rachel and Matt chat about some cool facts, they also delve into the vast amount of unanswered questions that remain about the lives of Basking Sharks. From where they breed to why they might have Lampreys attaching to them, its all a bit of a mystery. Check out Rachels amazing ar
Episode 48: Eels with Malcolm Johnson
Send us Fan MailMatt chats to Eel advocate and enthusiast Malcolm Johnson all about this amazing seacreature. Malcolm talks all about how Eels start their lives as tiny larvae way out at sea and migrate, and morph as they journey back into rivers and lakes, before returning decades later to the sea where they were born. Learn more about Eels with Malcolm by visiting his webpage https://bio.site/ma
Episode 47: Whale Sharks with Jake Wilton
Send us Fan MailMatt chats to wildlife photographer Jake Wilton all about the world of the Whale Shark. From how to photograph one these incredible animals to what it's like to swim and work alongside the worlds biggest fish. Checkout Jake Wilton's fantastic photographic work on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jakewiltonphotoand his websitehttps://www.jakewiltonphoto.com/Learn more ab
Episode 46: The Gloomy Sydney Octopus with Lawrence Sheele
Send us Fan MailLawrence Sheele and Matt Testoni talk all about the amazing world of the Gloomy Octopus (also known as the Sydney Octopus) in this episode of the Seacreatures Podcast. Lawrence talks all about how the Gloomy Octopus is one of the only octopus to be observed as living in a small community, nicknamed Octopolus and why this seacreature is one of his all time favourite animals. Check o
Episode 45: Horseshoe Crabs with Quinn Whitesall McHerron
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt and marine biologist Quinn chat all about the incredible animal that is the Horseshoe crab. Quinn explains how this unusual seacreature is not a crab at all, but is actually more closely related to scorpions, has unique and medically special blood, and walks a huge distance on the seafloor to lay eggs up on dry land! Learn more about Horseshoe crabs and Quinn&a
Episode 44: White's Seahorse with Dave Harasti
Send us Fan MailIn this episode join Matt and Dave Harasti as they chat all about the White's Seahorse. An endangered species that lives, in all places, Sydney Harbour. Dave talks all about his amazing work making seahorse hotels that create new habitats for the White's Seahorse. To learn more about White's Seahorse visithttps://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/threatened-species/what-cur
Episode 43: Short Tailed Shearwaters with Olly Dove
Send us Fan MailJoin Matt Testoni and Olly Dove as they delve into the world of the Short Tailed Shearwater. Olly has worked with these birds on islands in Tasmania and shares her first hand knowledge of what its like being a sea bird researcher. From making sure you have a shearwater nest and not a penguin nest to to the hazards of seabird research, Olly is a wealth of shearwater knowledge!Check
Episode 42: Giant Pacific Octopus with David Scheel
Send us Fan MailJoin Matt Testoni and David Scheel as they chat all about the incredible world of the Giant Pacific Octopus. David tells us some remarkable facts and behaviours he has studied along with what its like to encounter these amazing underwater animals. Check out David Scheel's new bookhttps://www.amazon.com.auhttps://www.barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.booktopia.com.auand David'
Episode 41: Leatherback Sea Turtles with Sam Riley
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to Sam all about the amazing world of Leatherback Sea Turtles. Sam talks about his experiences working with this enormous animal and how they have some rather unique and astonishing biological skills. Check out Sam's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/samriley_wildlifeand learn more about them herehttps://www.worldwildlife.org/species/leatherback-tu
Episode 40: Squid with Matty Smith
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt and Matt talk all about squid and what it's like to spend time around these amazing animals. This episodes guest Matty Smith is a talented underwater photographer who isn't afraid of an early morning 5am night dive if it means he gets to photograph the local squid population. He also shares a few tips on how to photograph these almost alien seacreatur
Episode 39: Orcas with Hanne Strager
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to Hanne Strager all about the society and culture of Orcas. Hanne has spent years researching the culture and stories of these amazing animals for her new book, The Killer Whale Journals Our Love and Fear of Orcas. She shares a couple of her favourite stories, from Orcas that get bullied by bigger whales to those that like to break boat rudders. Check ou
Episode 38: Albatross with Keith Reid
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to Keith all about the amazing ocean bird that is the Albatross. Keith talks about his time researching them on remote islands, how we can protect them and even what its like to be preened by an Albatross!Learn more about these amazing birds by visiting ACAP as mentioned by Keith in the showhttps://www.acap.aq/Check out Dan Musil (our theme composer)https
Episode 37: Jellyfish with Scott Morrissey
Send us Fan MailLearn all about the mysterious and unknown world of Jellyfish as Matt chats to Jellyfish researcher and enthusiast Scott Morrissey. We learn all about species such as the Immortal Jellyfish and the deadly Box Jellyfish. If you thought that ocean animals were unique then wait till you learn more about Jellyfish!Check out Scott's Instagram for heaps of Jellyfish contenthttps://
Episode 36: Plankton with Erich Hoyt
Send us Fan MailThe world of PLANKTON is uncovered in episode 36 of the Seacreatures Podcast. Our guest Erich Hoyt, whale researcher and plankton enthusiast talks all about the world of plankton, from what they are to where they live and why they are so amazing. Erich's passion for plankton has led to the release of his spectacular new book Planktonia. The book delves into even more detail an
Episode 35: Little Penguins with Natalia Lucano
Send us Fan MailLearn all about the world of Little Penguins with wildlife and penguin guide Natalia Lucano. Learn about how these ocean based birds live their lives and how interesting and amazing they are. From burrowing in the wrong places to how their love life can be anything but simple. To visit or learn more about the Little Penguin check out https://bichenopenguintours.com.au/https://www.
Episode 34: Octopus with Warren Carlyle
Send us Fan MailJoin Matt as he chats all about octopus to the founder of Octonation Warren Carlyle. Warren shares a myriad of facts about Octopus and why the octopus is so special to him. He is passionate not only about sharing Octopus research but also about sharing Octopus stories and interactions. If you have ever wanted to know as much as you can about Octopus in a chilled out and accessible
Episode 33: Shellfish and Shellfish Reefs with Simon Branigan
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the podcast Matt chats to marine biologist and restoration ecologist Simon Branigan all about Shellfish. Simon and Matt discuss how shellfish reefs have largely disappeared in temperate Australia and how Simon along with the nature conservancy is working to restore these incredibly important habitats. Learn more about Shellfish Restoration and the Nature Conserva
Episode 32: Green Sea Turtles with Liam Turner
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the podcast Matt chats to marine biologist and Lady Elliot Island guide Liam Turner all about sea turtles. Liam shares handy tips for identifying different turtle species along with more detailed information on the life of a Green Sea Turtle.To learn more about Lady Elliot Island check out their website https://ladyelliot.com.au/ or Instagramhttps://www.instagram
Episode 31: Polar Bears with Drew Hamilton
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Seacreatures Podcast Matt chats to Polar Bear guide Drew Hamilton all about, you guessed it, Polar Bears. Drew talks about what its like seeing these animals along with some of their amazing behaviours, plus a whole bunch more. Check out Drew's photography on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drewhhor his websitehttps://www.drewhh.com/Check out Dan Mus
Episode 30: Leafy Seadragons with Scott Portelli
Send us Fan MailIn episode 30 Matt chats to Scott Portelli all about one of his his favourites animals, the Leafy Seadragon. Scott who recently won the Australian Wildlife Photographer of the Year award with a photo of a Leafy tells us what its like diving with these animals and what the best way to go about finding them is. See Scott Portelli's photography on his websitehttp://www.scottporte
Episode 29: Epaulette Sharks with Jodie Rummer
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to marine biologist Jodie Rummer all about the amazing and largely unknown Epaulette Shark. Jodie tells us all about the amazing research being carried out regarding these sharks and their incredible physiology. Learn all about how they survive conditions where there is almost no oxygen!!Learn more about Epaulette Sharks by visitinghttps://www.physioshark
Episode 28: Gobies with Klaus Stiefel
Send us Fan MailJoin us for this episode of the Seacreatures Podcast where we talk to underwater photographer and marine biologist Klaus Stiefel all about the amazing fish that are the Gobies. Hear all about how they climb waterfalls and have shrimp friends!Klaus's book The Lives of Gobies is available herehttps://shop.asiangeo.com/product/the-lives-of-gobies/ Check out his blog herehttps://
Episode 27: Manta Rays with Charlie Elliott and Duncan Heuer
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to two underwater photographers all about their favourite animal the famous and beautiful Manta Ray. Charlie and Duncan talk about some of the best places to find them and what it's like encountering them in the wild. See more of Charlie's photography on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/charlieunderwaterSee more of Duncan's photography o
Episode 26: Red Handfish with Jemina Stuart-Smith
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Seacreatures Podcast Matt chats to marine biologist and Handfish conservation expert Jemina Stuart-Smith all about the critically endangered Red Handfish and its relatives. Learn about how this mysterious lineage of fish are only found around Tasmania, Australia and how they are currently all critically endangered. There is hope though but you'll have to
Episode 25: Giant Cuttlefish with Stefan Andrews
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Seacreatures Podcast Matt chats to marine biologist and underwater film maker Stefan Andrews all about one of his favourite animals, the Australian Giant Cuttlefish. Stefan tells us all about their amazing mating habits and the annual migration these cephalopods embark upon to the area near Whyalla, South Australia. Check out Stefan's amazing videos on
Episode 24: Wally the Napoleon/Maori/Humphead Wrasse with Gabriel Guzman
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to Cairns-based underwater photographer Gabriel Guzman all about one of the biggest coral reef fish in the sea the Napoleon Wrasse, aka Maori Wrasse, aka Bumphead Wrasse. Gabriel shares some of his experiences and thoughts on these intelligent fish and in particular a friendly individual locally known in Cairns as Wally. Check out Gabriel's amazing
Episode 23: Southern Right Whales with Danny Lee
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to Danny Lee, a local Tasmanian underwater photography and free diver all about his experiences with the majestic and curious Southern Right Whale. Danny shares stories about some of the scary and beautiful moments he has had with these marine mammals and the background of the photographs he has taken of them. You can see Danny's amazing photography
Episode 22: Pineapple Fish with Louise Nott
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to underwater photographer and nature lover Louise Nott all about the mysterious Pineapple Fish. We get to learn a bit about where they are found and the secretive sneaky hunting method they possess. To see some of Louise's photography including photos of the magical Pineapple fish visit her Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/louisenott_underwateror
Episode 21: Common Dolphins with Sue Mason
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to Dr Sue Mason all about her research with the Common Dolphin. Sue shares what its like to investigate these amazing animals and discover some of their secrets and mysteries. Contact and follow Sue on her Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/the_caffeinated_biologistor read about her work athttps://www.cetaceanscience.com.au/the_caffeinated_biologist/Chec
Episode 20: Coral with Charlie Veron
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to the godfather of Coral, Dr Charlie Veron. Charlie talks all about how important corals are to places like the Great Barrier Reef and the research being done to assist these highly threatened animals.Charlie Veron's book A Life Underwater is available where all good books are found. Check out Matt Testoni's photography on Instagramhttps://www
Episode 19: Gorgonian Fans and their inhabitants with Marta Panero
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to marine biologist Marta Panero about her love of Gorgonian Sea Fan Corals and all the tiny little seacreatures that call these corals home. Marta is currently carrying out research about how these survive stressful environments in the waters of northern Australian and Papua New Guinea and shares with us what it feels like to explore what she describes
Episode 18: Grey Nurse Sharks with Keren Green
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to underwater photographer Keren Green all about the Grey Nurse Shark. A shark that looks mighty scary and intimidating at first sight but turns out to be a bit of a shy, curious and ultimately harmless predator of the sea. Keren tells us what its like to see theses large sharks and shares a few tips on the best way to photograph them. Visit the Seacrea
Episode 17: Megalodon Sharks with Ben Francischelli
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt talks to Paleontologist Ben Francischelli all about the Megalodon Shark and other extinct Seacreatures that were super predators living in the ocean only a few million years ago. Ben has spent countless hours searching for and cataloging various fossils of these extinct animals that were collected from some world famous fossil sites located locally in Port Phil
Episode 16: Sydney Pygmy Pipehorse with Andrew Trevor Jones
Send us Fan MailFound only in a small stretch of ocean the Sydney Pygmy Pipehorse is a small but spectacularly beautiful seacreature that our guest Andrew Trevor Jones simply adores. In this episode Andrew who is a talented nature photographer shares his knowledge about what these amazing little animals are, how to find them and what the experience of spotting one is like for the first and 50th ti
Episode 15: Humpback Whales with Sacha Guggenheimer and Tom Hiney
Send us Fan MailWhales are a highlight for all ocean-lovers, and in this episode Matt is joined (again!) by Sacha Guggenheimer and Tom Hiney (who are Marine Biology and Conservation Ecology professionals as well as being the founders of Reef-Safe sunscreen, Sunbutter) to chat all about HUMPBACK WHALES. Sacha tells us about the Whale Songs and how these tunes make their way across the globe!This ep
Episode 14: Sea Birds with Tom Hiney and Sacha Guggenheimer
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to conservation ecologist Tom Hiney and marine biologist Sacha Guggenheimer all about the amazing world of Lesser Noddies and White Terns. Tom recounts his time spent working with these amazing seacreatures on a island nature reserve and we learn about some rather interesting nesting strategies.This episode is the first part of our interview with Tom and
Episode 13: Sea Urchins with Ashley Miskelly
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Matt chats to Sea Urchin Taxonomist Ashley Miskelly about his passion and love for our sometimes spiky friend the Sea Urchin. Ashley is the curator of his own personal Sea Urchin museum and has published multiple books including one rather amazing Sea Urchin coffee table book that showcases how beautiful these often misunderstood animals can be. We also get to hear
Episode 12: Mola Mola (Sunfish) with Fam Charko
Send us Fan MailLearn more about the large and strange-looking fish, the Mola Mola with Matt and Fam Charko (Marine Biologist). Mola Mola (also known as Sun Fish) are found in tropical as well as temperate waters all over the globe. In this episode we explore a few interesting facts about these huge fish and discover what it's like to meet one face to face. Get in contact with Fam Charko by
Episode 11: Nudibranchs with Jack Breedon
Send us Fan MailToday, Matt and Jack Breedon (Marine Biologist and Photographer) talk about the much-loved and often colourful type of Sea Slugs, the Nudibranch. Relatives of the Sacoglossen, Nudibranchs are a favourite for snorkellers, divers and beach combers to find amongst seaweed, reef and rockpools. Check out Jack's photography and marine biology facts on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.
Episode 10: The Australian Giant Spider Crab with Pt Hirschfield
Send us Fan MailLearn more about Spider Crabs in this episode of the Seacreatures podcast! Matt is joined by photographer and wildlife campaigner PT to discuss these large crustaceans as well as the fascinating migration behaviors these crabs engage in each year. PT highlights the importance of the Spider Crab Migration and tells us how we can all get involved in the 'Save Our Spider Crabs&ap
Episode 9: Orcas (Killer Whales) with Brett Lobwein
Send us Fan MailIn episode 9, Matt chats about Orcas with Brett Lobwein (Wildlife Photographer). Brett shares some incredible stories of snorkelling with these amazing animals, putting them to the top of Matt's list of animals to see in the wild. Check out Brett Lobwein's photography on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/brett.lobwein/or on Brett's websitehttps://www.brettlobwein.co
Episode 8: Mantis Shrimp with Melanie Hansen
Send us Fan MailMatt and dive instructor Mel Hansen recall their experiences with the Mantis Shrimp, an often fabulously colourful ninja of the sea. Mantis Shrimp are known as one of the most formidable hunters and they have highly developed eyesight that is beyond anything a human could wish for!Visit Mel and her awesome dive shop by going tohttps://www.snorkeldivemelbourne.com.au/or emailinfo@sn
Episode 7: Rays with Nigel Marsh
Send us Fan MailMatt and Nigel Marsh (Marine Photographer and Author) swap stories of commonly seen creatures all over the world - Rays. Nigel explains the wonderful and diverse animals that are the Rays (which is inclusive of Skates, Guitarfish and Mantas).Check out Nigel Marsh's books and photos at https://www.nigelmarshphotography.com/And the Ray Photography Facebook Grouphttps://www.faceb
Episode 6: Weedy Seadragons with Kade Mills
Send us Fan MailOn this episode, Matt is joined by Kade Mills, a Marine Biologist and researcher of the Weedy Seadragon. One of Matt's all-time favourite animals, Weedy Seadragons are only found in the Southern Oceans of Australia and are one of the big blue seas most bizarre and spectacular seacreatures. Check out the Victorian National Parks Association at https://vnpa.org.au/ and their mar
Episode 5: Hammerhead Sharks with Shannon Hurley
Send us Fan MailIn episode 5, Matt and Shannon Hurley (Marine Biologist) chat about Hammerhead Sharks! Shannon discusses how her experiences diving with Hammerhead Sharks helped her to overcome her fears and we learn some unusual facts about a Hammerheads diet. Check out Shannon Hurley's website to see more about her and her motivational speakinghttps://www.howtogiveafish.com/Check out Matt T
Episode 4: Tasselled Anglerfish with Steve Kuiter
Send us Fan MailToday, Matt and Steve Kuiter (Wildlife Photographer) discuss the ocean animal with the most amazing camouflage. Tasseled Anglerfish are a relative of the well known deep sea Anglerfish, but we will learn that this species can be found in shallow water (if you can spot them!). Steve also shares some fascinating and rare insights into the reproduction and courtship of these hard to f
Episode 3: Seahorses with Josie Jones
Send us Fan MailSeahorses are the stars of the show on this episode with Matt and Josie Jones (Graphic Designer, Community Leader and Citizen Scientist) discussing the beauty and majesty of these elusive creatures. Check out Josie Jones's photography on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/sharejosie/Check out Matt Testoni's photography on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/matt_testoni_ph
Episode 2: Sacoglossans with Nicole Merten
Send us Fan MailMatt is joined by Nicole Merten (a Marine Biologist) to discuss Sacoglossans, a lesser-known type of sea slugs. These small ocean-dwellers do not sound like much, but you will learn there is a lot more to these sap-sucking, photosynthetic sea slugs!Check out the Seaslug census that Nicole helps to spearhead and that was mentioned in this epsiode athttps://vnpa.org.au/programs/sea-s
Episode 1: Blue-ringed Octopus with Sam Glenn-Smith
Send us Fan MailJoin Matt Testoni for the first episode of the Seacreatures podcast! Each week Matt will be joined by other ocean lovers to explore the incredible life beneath the waves. Matt and Sam Glenn-Smith (a Mornington Peninsula-based underwater photographer) discuss the amazing Blue Ring Octopus in the opening episode of this underwater journey. Check out Sam Glenn-Smith's photography











