Whale Graveyard
About this episode
John Maytham interviews marine biologist Maryke Musson about the discovery of a whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean and its implications for marine evolution and ecosystems.
John Maytham speaks to Maryke Musson, marine biologist, conservationist and Executive at the South African Association for Marine Biological Research, about the discovery of a vast whale graveyard deep beneath the Indian Ocean. They discuss what the ancient whale remains reveal about marine evolution, the extraordinary ecosystems that develop around whale falls, and why the find highlights how much of the deep ocean remains unexplored. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live…
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