The Nature Diary: Deep dive into Jean Napier Hattingh’s life underwater

Gugs Mhlungu chats with resident CSI and nature conservationist Tim Neary and Jean Hattingh, diver, record-holding spear fisherwoman and author of Against the Tide. Hattingh talks about her journey in spearfishing, the challenges she has faced, including gender discrimination and close encounters with sharks, as well as the skills needed to excel in the sport. She also highlights practical interventions to protect marine life and promote cleaner, more sustainable oceans. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything happening around 702Land. Thanks for listening. Catch the 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu live on 702 every weekend morning from 6 am to 10 am (SA time). Find more from the show and catch-up podcasts on the Primedia+ app https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj Subscribe to the 702 newsletters for more https://buff.ly/v5mfetc  Let’s keep the conversation going online: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702    702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.