WaveCast

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Podcast by The Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University

WaveCast

Welcome to WaveCast, the official podcast of the Marine Institute of Memorial University. Join our host, Eugenie Jacobsen, every other Friday to explore program offerings, meet faculty, hear from researchers, and talk with alumni about post-grad and professional life after MI. Listen wherever you find your podcasts.

Latest episodes

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18 April 2024

Tidepool Mini Episode | Innovative Conferences in Spring 2024

In this Tidepool mini episode, host Eugenie Jacobsen dives into two innovative conferences set to make waves in St. John's, Newfoundland, this spring. 

Eugenie chats with Dr. Paul Winger, the Director of the Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Resources (CSAR), who shares all the details about the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) / UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Fishing Technology and Fish Behavior Conference. The conference will bring together global leaders in sustainable fishing technology and provides opportunities for knowledge sharing in academic and government researchers and local/regional industry, including ocean instrumentation, gear manufacturing, and supply services 

Next, Eugenie is joined by Chris Arns, Council of Marine Professionals Project Manager, and Captain Charlene Munden of Algoma Central Corporation, to talk about the Mari-Tech Conference and Exhibition in May. Chris also highlights COMPASS' Elevate, Empower, Employ project, a marine and ocean career exploration program geared towards getting women aged 18-24 involved in the marine industry. Captain Charlene Munden shares her expierences as a women in the marine industry and gives important advice for students and women entering the workforce. 

If you have questions or would like to learn more about the ICES/FAO Fishing Technology and Fish Behavior Conference visit https://wgftfb.org/.  For more information about the Council of Marine Professionals projects please reach out at www.settingsail.ca.

 

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28 March 2024

Tidepool Mini Episode | Sea Turtles, Coastal Conservation, and Studying Abroad | Marine Environmental Students in Grenada

In this week’s episode of WaveCast, join us on a journey to St. George's, Grenada, where two passionate marine environmental students, Kailey Strickland and Mackenzie Curtis, share their exciting experience through the Global Skills Opportunity program.
 
 
Over the course of a week, they dive into coastal conservation efforts, focusing on the shores of La Sagesse Beach and collaborating with T. A. Marryshow Community College. Kailey and Mackenzie share with us why they chose to study at the Marine Institute, recount their hands-on experiences in Grenada, and discuss their ambitions for future careers within the marine and oceans sector. 
 
 
Applications for the Marine Institute’s diploma programs are open now. If you are interested in pursuing Marine Environmental or any other diploma programs, be sure to visit our website at www.mi.mun.ca/programsandcourses/ 
 

If you have any questions for our guests or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast.mi.mun.ca 

 

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15 March 2024

Diving into Discovery | How the Galapagos is hotspot for biodiversity and a ‘hopespot’ for deep sea corals | Ep 07

In today's episode of WaveCast, host Eugenie Jacobsen sails to the Galapagos Islands to talk with PhD student Ana-Belén Yánez Suárez on her research with deep sea coral. 

Ana-Belén Yánez Suárez is a deep-sea ecologist and third-year PhD student in Fisheries Science at the Marine Institute. She led the biological collection on Dr. Katleen Robert's research cruise in the Galapagos Islands and led the cruise to La Isla del Coco in Costa Rica supported by the Schmidt Ocean Institute and National Geographic. In this episode, Ana-Belén shares her path to studying deep-sea coral at the Marine Institute, and delves into her current research in the Galapagos. 

If you have questions for our guest or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca.  

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23 February 2024

Semester-at-Sea | Nautical Science Program, Work Terms, and Student Experiences | Ep 06

In this episode of WaveCast, host Eugenie Jacobsen dives into MI’s Nautical Science program as she talks with two students currently enrolled in the program. This episode offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of Hayley North and Aiden Parsons during their work terms at sea.  

The episode highlights various aspects of the Nautical Science program, from coursework to hands-on training as the students reflect on invaluable lessons learned inside the classroom and aboard ships. 

Whether you are curious about life at sea, interested in applying to the Nautical Science program, or looking for study advice from current students: grab your life jacket and and join us as we set sail with future seafarers. 

Applications for the Marine Institute’s diploma programs are open now. If you are interested in pursuing Nautical Science or any other diploma programs, be sure to visit our website at www.mi.mun.ca/programsandcourses/ 

If you have any questions for our guests or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast.mi.mun.ca 

 

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09 February 2024

Tidepool Mini Episode | Let’s talk Graduate School! How to apply, finding a supervisor, research topics

Welcome back to Tidepool, a WaveCast mini episode! In this episode, host Eugenie Jacobsen, a PhD student in Fisheries Science, talks about all things graduate school. Eugenie is joined by graduate students Gordon de Jong and Hannah West, who share their insights and experiences as graduate students at the Marine Institute. From navigating the application process to choosing research topics, they answer all your frequently asked questions!  

Applications for graduate programs at the Marine Institute are open now. If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree in fisheries, maritime studies, ocean technology, or any of our other offerings, be sure to visit our website at https://www.mi.mun.ca/programsandcourses/programs-graduatelevel/ for more information.  

If you have questions for our guests or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca. 

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Eugenie Jacobsen on Instagram @thescienceofinteresting

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26 January 2024

Past, Present, and Future of MI | The Marine Institute Celebrates 60 years | Ep 05

Welcome back to WaveCast, the official podcast of the Marine Institute of Memorial University. In today's episode of WaveCast, host Eugenie Jacobsen dives into the past, present and future of the Marine Institute as we mark its 60th anniversary. On January 15th, 1964, the predecessor of the Fisheries and Marine Institue held its official opening at Memorial’s former Parade Street campus in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

Our first guest is a past employee, Margo Hanlon. Margo began with the Marine Institute, then known as the “College of Fisheries Navigation, Marine Engineering and Electronics” in 1979 when she was only 20 years old.

Next up is Rachel Forbes, a Master of Science in Fisheries Science and Technology student researching Greenland shark local abundance in the eastern Canadian Arctic using baited underwater cameras.

The Marine Institute has changed greatly since 1964 and has embraced the advancements in marine technology and education. Lastly, we are joined with Dr. Paul Brett, vice-president of Memorial University for the Fisheries and Marine Institute to talk about what we can expect for the next 60 years.

If you have questions for our guests or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca. 

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Eugenie Jacobsen on Instagram @thescienceofinteresting

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