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Ep 46 Fire ecology and cultural fire management | Dr Ursula Rodrigues
Jun 15, 2026
58m 29s
Ep 45 Peacock Jumping Spiders | Michael Lun
Jun 1, 2026
1h 06m 02s
Ep 44 Birds, Storms and Wind Farms: The Science of Aeroecology | Professor Judy Shamoun-Baranes
May 18, 2026
1h 06m 39s
Ep 43 Newborn Survival: Infection, Immunity & Innovation | Prof Tobias Strunk & Prof Andrew Currie
May 4, 2026
1h 09m 59s
Ep 42 How Algae is going to Change our Future | Professor Navid Moheimani
Apr 20, 2026
1h 06m 09s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/15/26 | ![]() Ep 46 Fire ecology and cultural fire management | Dr Ursula Rodrigues | In this episode, I sit down with Ursula Rodrigues, a fire ecologist whose PhD research explores the intersection of Western ecological science and Indigenous knowledge systems. Through close collaboration with Noongar Elders, families, and land caretakers, Ursula has helped advance a two-way learning approach to cultural fire management, using methods such as ecological monitoring, mapping, and yarning to build a deeper understanding of how people can care for Country. Together, ... | 58m 29s | ||||||
| 6/1/26 | ![]() Ep 45 Peacock Jumping Spiders | Michael Lun✨ | peacock spiderswildlife photography+3 | Michael Lun | — | Western Australia | peacock spiderswildlife+3 | — | 1h 06m 02s | |
| 5/18/26 | ![]() Ep 44 Birds, Storms and Wind Farms: The Science of Aeroecology | Professor Judy Shamoun-Baranes✨ | aeroecologyanimal movement+4 | Professor Judy Shamoun-Baranes | University of Amsterdam | — | aeroecologyanimal movement ecology+6 | — | 1h 06m 39s | |
| 5/4/26 | ![]() Ep 43 Newborn Survival: Infection, Immunity & Innovation | Prof Tobias Strunk & Prof Andrew Currie✨ | newborn survivalinfection+5 | Professor Tobias StrunkProfessor Andrew Currie | neonatal medicineimmunology+2 | — | newborn survivalinfection+5 | — | 1h 09m 59s | |
| 4/20/26 | ![]() Ep 42 How Algae is going to Change our Future | Professor Navid Moheimani✨ | algaesustainable innovation+3 | Professor Navid Moheimani | Murdoch University | — | algal biotechnologistsustainable energy+3 | — | 1h 06m 09s | |
| 4/6/26 | ![]() Ep 41 Bird Conservation | Dr Rochelle Steven✨ | bird conservationavian ecology+3 | Dr Rochelle Steven | Murdoch UniversityWWF-Australia | — | bird conservationavian ecology+3 | — | 1h 10m 03s | |
| 3/23/26 | ![]() Ep 40 The Importance of Oral Health | Winthrop Professor Marc Tennant✨ | oral healthpublic health dentistry+3 | Marc Tennant | The University of Western Australia | — | oral healthpublic health+3 | — | 1h 13m 10s | |
| 3/9/26 | ![]() Ep 39 Invasive animals and their parasites | Dr Narelle Dybing✨ | invasive speciesparasites+3 | Dr Narelle Dybing | Murdoch University | — | invasive animalsparasites+6 | — | 1h 19m 28s | |
| 3/4/26 | ![]() Ep 38 World's First Live Underwater Podcast✨ | underwater podcastseagrass+3 | Mike van Keulen | Murdoch UniversityIUCN Seagrass Specialist Group | Rottnest Island | underwater podcastseagrass+3 | — | 54m 17s | |
| 11/19/25 | ![]() Ep 37 Spiders | Dr. Pedro de Souza Castanheira and Dr. André Wanderley do Prado✨ | spidersbiodiversity+3 | Dr. Pedro de Souza CastanheiraDr. André Wanderley do Prado | WA Museum | BrazilWestern Australia | spidersresearch+6 | — | 1h 17m 15s | |
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| 11/5/25 | ![]() Ep 36 Southern Right Whales | Max Fabry and Katy Fannei✨ | whale researchconservation+3 | Max FabryKaty Fannei | — | Western Australia | Southern Right Whaleswhale monitoring+3 | — | 1h 17m 53s | |
| 10/22/25 | ![]() Ep 35 The Hidden Disease Destroying Our Forests | Professor Treena Burgess | Professor Treena Burgess Executive Director of the Harry Butler Institute at Murdoch University, is a leading plant pathologist at Murdoch University and a globally recognised expert in forest health, biosecurity, and invasive plant diseases. Her research focuses on how pathogens spread through natural and managed ecosystems, particularly the devastating impacts of introduced diseases on native forests and biodiversity. With extensive work on pathogens such as Phytophthora—one of the most des... | 1h 09m 40s | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | ![]() Ep 34 Antarctica & Oceanography | Professor Jennifer Verduin | In this episode, I sit down with Professor Jennifer Verduin, Oceanographer and Pro Vice Chancellor at Murdoch University, with a passion for seagrass. Fresh from an expedition to Antarctica as part of a global leadership program for women in STEMM, Jennifer shares what it was like to stand among thousands of penguins, witness icebergs the size of cities, and confront the stark realities of a changing climate. Together, we explore the emotional and scientific impact of seeing global warming up... | 50m 59s | ||||||
| 10/8/25 | ![]() Ep 33 The science of media communications | Associate Professor Tauel Harper | In a world shaped by headlines, algorithms, and endless scrolls, who really controls the narrative? Associate Professor Tauel Harper, media scholar at Murdoch University, joins Kurt Krispyn to unpack the complex intersections of democracy, persuasion, and misinformation. From political spin and media ownership to social media’s sway over truth and trust, they explore how our beliefs are shaped, and how we can sharpen our critical thinking in an age of constant noise. A thought-provoking conve... | 1h 00m 49s | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | ![]() LIVE PODCAST - Conversation Between Trees | Professor Rachel Standish | Conversation Between Trees wasn’t just another podcast recording; it was a moment that redefined the idea of the public lecture, a tradition that has been with us for centuries. Hosted by the Harry Butler Institute at Murdoch University, this was the first live podcast I’ve ever done, and it was an experience that meant so much to both Rachel and me. Together, in front of a vibrant, engaged audience, we celebrated Rachel’s promotion to Professor while weaving science, storytelling, and laught... | 43m 24s | ||||||
| 9/24/25 | ![]() Ep 31 Sexology: What you should know about | Dr Melissa Hadley Barrett | Dr Melissa Hadley Barrett is a clinical sexologist, educator, and leading voice in sexual health and wellbeing, specialising in male sexual function, relationships, and ageing. Her work focuses on the science of intimacy—challenging misconceptions around libido, erectile dysfunction, and hormonal change, while helping men better understand how lifestyle, health, and psychology shape sexual wellbeing. Through evidence-based practice and open, honest conversation, she is helping break down stig... | 58m 25s | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | ![]() Ep 30 Cyclones and Coral Reefs | Dr. Marji Puotinen | Cyclones are among the planet’s most powerful forces- reshaping coastlines, reefs, and ecosystems with every storm. Dr. Marji Puotinen, a spatial ecological data scientist from the Australian Institute of Marine Science, joins Paramount Importance to break down what cyclones really are, how they form, why they differ from hurricanes and typhoons, and what they mean for coral reefs, migratory animals, and our changing climate. From the physics of waves and storm tracks to the surprising ways c... | 1h 06m 48s | ||||||
| 9/10/25 | ![]() Ep 29 World’s Most Dangerous Expeditions | Mark Synnott (Nat Geo Explorer & North Face Athlete) | Mark Synnott is one of the world’s most accomplished explorers, elite climbers, and a member of the The North Face Global Athlete Team, internationally recognised for pioneering first ascents on some of the most remote and untouched cliffs on Earth. A longtime contributor to National Geographic, his expeditions span the Arctic, the Amazon, and the Himalayas—where his wild expeditions have not only pushed human limits, but also led to scientific discovery, from uncovering rare species to inves... | 1h 23m 02s | ||||||
| 9/3/25 | ![]() Ep 28 The evolution of fish | Dr. Alexandre Siqueira | Dive into the deep past of our oceans with evolutionary biologist Dr. Axelandre Siqueira, whose work uncovers the origins and transformations of coral reef fishes over millions of years. From rare fossil records to cutting-edge genetic research, Alexandra explains how mass extinctions, shifting climates, and reef expansion shaped the dazzling diversity of species we see today. In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore how fish evolved new feeding strategies, why coral reefs act as “fish ... | 1h 27m 40s | ||||||
| 8/27/25 | ![]() Ep 27 Artificial Reefs | Dr Sean van Elden | What happens when massive oil and gas platforms reach the end of their life? Are they just scrapped or could they become thriving artificial reefs? In this episode, Kurt sits down with marine ecologist Dr. Sean Van Elden, Deputy Director at the Marine Futures Lab at the University of Western Australia, to dive into the hidden world of decommissioned rigs and their surprising role as oases of marine life. From coral growth on steel legs to turtles, sharks, and even unexpected behaviours caught... | 1h 05m 14s | ||||||
| 8/20/25 | ![]() Ep 26 Fossils and evolution | Associate Professor Natalie Warburton | Step into the strange and fascinating world of marsupials and megafauna with Associate Professor Natalie Warburton, a comparative anatomist and paleontologist at Murdoch University. From tiny jellybean-sized joeys crawling into pouches, to giant wombats and kangaroos that once roamed Australia, Natalie reveals the evolutionary secrets written in bones. We explore bizarre adaptations like termite-eating numbats, the underground world of marsupial moles, and even tree-climbing kangaroos on the ... | 1h 22m 25s | ||||||
| 8/13/25 | ![]() Ep 25 What I learnt sailing in French Polynesia & PhD update 2 | In this special episode, marine scientist and host Kurt returns from a five-week sailing adventure through some of the most remote islands of the Pacific Ocean. From towering volcanic islands to pristine coral atolls, he shares how the journey reshaped his perception of the vast blue ocean, through to diving the 'Shark Wall' in Fakarava. There are breathtaking encounters with Humphead wrasse, revered as “kings of the reef,” lessons learned spearfishing Dogtooth tuna, and a surprising experien... | 1h 00m 04s | ||||||
| 8/6/25 | ![]() Ep 24 Shark Tagging | Dr Oliver Jewell | After six years, shark scientist Dr. Oliver Jewell returns to the mic with an epic deep dive into the world of sharks. From surviving the global pandemic bubble in Western Australia to uncovering a jaw-dropping great white migration from South Africa to Indonesia, Oliver shares wild stories from the field, including camera tags, bull sharks in rivers, and surprising discoveries about shark behavior, social dynamics, and mysterious migrations. We explore why tiger sharks are turning up in unex... | 2h 01m 00s | ||||||
| 7/30/25 | ![]() Ep 23 Exotic animals in captivity | Dr. Phil Arena | Animal Welfare, Captivity, and the Hidden Costs of the Exotic Pet Trade. Dr. Phil Arena, biologist, academic, and animal welfare expert, for a deep and wide-ranging conversation on the complex moral landscape of human-animal relationships. With decades of experience in both fieldwork and ethical inquiry, Dr. Arena sheds light on the unseen suffering of reptiles, amphibians, and exotic animals in private collections and institutions alike. He explains how outdated “folklore husband... | 1h 44m 24s | ||||||
| 7/23/25 | ![]() Ep 22 Estuaries | Dr James Tweedley | In this episode of I sit down with my supervisor, mentor, and globally respected estuarine ecologist, Dr. James Tweedley senior lecturer at Murdoch University, for a deep and wide-ranging conversation about one of the most overlooked yet critically important ecosystems on Earth: estuaries. From the moment I stepped into his lab as an undergrad, James completely changed the way I saw the world—turning what I once thought were just “dirty puddles” into ecosystems that are dynamic, essential, an... | 1h 44m 34s | ||||||
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