#100 Protect Our Sharks

Beneath the familiar rhythm of Australian surf lies a hidden truth: sharks are still being killed in government-sanctioned culling programs, largely out of public sight and mind. This podcast is not just a conversation, it's a collective story of awakening, resistance, and resolve.Protecting sharks, comes at a cost. Time, energy, finances, emotional weight. Yet this is not optional, it's a responsibility that we all share. There is no single organisation driving the movement to protect sharks. Instead, it resembles a living network: divers, scientists, councils, filmmakers, researchers, and everyday citizens.The science is clear. Shark nets do not protect swimmers. They are not barriers, but short sections of gill net, often suspended mid-water. At Bondi Beach for example, the shark net spans just 150 metres—a token gesture along a kilometre of coastline. Drum lines fare no better, indiscriminately killing sharks while also ensnaring dolphins, turtles, rays, and even whales. Worse still, these systems can increase risk. A dead animal caught in a net becomes a beacon, drawing scavengers and predators closer to shore.The greatest danger, however, is the illusion of safety. Most Australians don’t even know these programs exist, yet they trust them implicitly.More Informationhttps://www.envoy.foundation/projects/envoy-shark-cullhttps://spotashark.com/If you enjoy this podcast, please like and subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts.Leave us a comment and share this show with your friends.It really helps us to reach more citizen scientists, like you.Contact the ShowWe are always looking for more guests to tell us about interesting citizen science projects, research and events.You can email us at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.