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Marine Conservation Happy Hour

The Marine Conservation Happy Hour is a podcast that looks at the many different sides of Marine Science and Conservation in an informal setting - a during a pub Happy Hour, chatting casually over a few (or more) drinks. The show is co-hosted by @DrScarlettSmash and @Craken_McCraic. Everyone is a marine scientist who is passionate about the Ocean, marine mammals (whales, seals, dolphins, porpoises, polar bears and more), sharks and other fish, invertebrates (especially squid & octopuses because they are cool), and other marine biology things that live under the sea. Join us as we gossip about, for example, how shows like Game of Thrones are similar to Marine Conservation, the sex lives of sea creatures, hot marine science & conservation topics of the week and learn about the challenges of attaining a marine biology or conservation career.Podcast Owners, Creators, Producers, & Hosts: Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken MacCraic.You can support the show at: www.patreon.com/marineconserva

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    Shark Movie Quiz

    Do you know your shark movies? Join our drunken hosts Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken as they take a challenging shark movie quiz! Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Simon Allen, Producer - Discussion on Thrash vs. The Requin: Science of shark movies

    Simon Allen, Screen Writer and Producer joins Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken to review some recent shark movies: Thrash and The Requin (currently on Netflix). They discuss the scientific accuracy of the movies, and how they compare to the first, classic, shark movie - Jaws. Podcast Guest: Simon Allen is a British Screenwriter/Producer. Simon Allen's television credits include include writing and producing on Apple's Emmy-winning spy thriller Tehran (2020), Executive Producing Netflix and James Wan supernatural anthology True Haunting (2025), creating BBC America's RTS winning punk rock queer fantasy comedy The Watch (2020) Movies Discussed: Thrash (2026): A creature-feature following a Category 5 hurricane that floods a coastal town and lures ravenous sharks into the water-logged streets. The Requin (2022): A couple on a romantic getaway find themselves stranded at sea when a tropical storm sweeps away their villa. In order to survive, they are forced to fight the elements, while sharks circle below. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Finspan Stonemaier Games: Designer Michael O'Connell Interview

    Finspan's first expansion, Sharks & Reefs release this month and the Designer Michael O'Connell is on the show talking to Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Kraken. Finspan Expansion: Players can now nurture colorful coral reefs in each of their ocean's three dive sites. Healthy reefs enable you to play powerful reef fish, unlock fish abilities, and score bonuses at the end of the game. Meanwhile, sharks scatter schools of young (to form even more schools elsewhere) and leave behind food scraps that any fish in your ocean can consume. Designer Michael O'Connell and artists Ana María Martínez, Catalina Martínez, & Mesa Schumacher highlight a wide array of sharks and fish that coexist in the beautiful coral reefs of the world. To play this expansion, you need the Finspan core game https://stonemaiergames.com/games/finspan/sharks-reefs-expansion/  Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    EarthX - Peter Simek

    In this episode, Craken chats to Peter Simek the Chief Executive Officer of EarthX. EarthX is a global meeting where investors, innovators, policymakers, and advocates can cut through polarization, find common ground, and advance pragmatic, market-based environmental solutions. Craken and Peter talk about this year's EarthX meeting (https://earthx.org/earthx2026/) and ways to get polarized sides to come to the table to talk about sustainability. For more information on Earth X you can visit www.earthx.org. For Peter Simek's contact details please visit  www.earthx.org/team-member/peter-simek Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    When orcas ram boats - Dr. Naomi Rose explains

    Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat with Dr Naomi Rose, who gives us the latest information on the boat-ramming orcas off the coast of Spain and Gibraltar.  Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    David Gruber-Learning how to speak to whales using AI (As Aired on Tampa News Talk Radio)

    Dr. David Gruber is the Founder & President of Project CETI (Cetacean Translation Initiative), a nonprofit, interdisciplinary scientific and conservation initiative on a mission to listen to and translate the communication of sperm whales, talks to Dr Smash and Dr Kraken about his breakthrough research on whale communication using cutting-edge AI, bioacoustics, and deep-field marine research. Dr David Gruber - https://www.davidgruber.com CETI - https://www.nationalgeographic.org/society/our-programs/ceti/ Recent winner of the Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize -https://tallberg-snf-eliasson-prize.org Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Vincent Doumeizel Interview -The Power of Plankton: How Plankton Made Life On Earth Possible and Why It's Key To Our Future

    Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat with Vincent Doumeizel, author of The Power of Plankton: How Plankton Made Life On Earth Possible and Why It's Key To Our Future. His book is a remarkable examination of one of the least known, yet most important, ecosystems on our planet; a timely exploration of the smallest life forms with the largest impact – and why the future of our planet may depend on them. Vincent Doumeizel, Senior Adviser on the oceans to the United Nations Global Compact, former director of the Food Programme at the Lloyd's Register Foundation, and bestselling author of The Seaweed Revolution.https://unglobalcompact.org/take-action/ocean/doumeizel Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Orcas in Florida (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    A year or so ago there was a sighting of orcas in Florida off the coast. On this episode Dr Smasha dn Dr Kraken tell the truth about orcas and if they can be found around the coast of Florida.  Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Who is the pirate Ching Shih? (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    Who was THE most sucessful pirate ever? Blackbeard? Captain Kidd? Jack Sparrow? No, it's Ching Shih - a pirate queen who held the whole of China to ransom. Dr Smash and Dr Craken talk about this famous historical figure who was the terror of the South China Sea. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    The Florida Aquarium - Eric Hovland and Sharkapalooza (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    Dr Smash and Dr Craken chat to Eric Hovland, the shark and ray expert at Florida Aquarium. They discuss the sharks that can be found in Florida waters and the research that the aquarium is involved with. They also have returning guest Jess Adanich, the organizer of the Sharkapalooza event (May 16, Coachman Park, Clearwater, Florida; https://www.sharkapalooza.org/) chatting about what shark-realted events and goodies that you will be able to find at the upcoming festival. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Lionfish with Alex Fogg: The Lionfish King (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    Dr Smash and Dr Craken chat today with Alex Fogg, the Natural Resources Chief, Destin-Fort Walton Beach - otherwise known at "The Lionfish King". They talk about his innovative initiative to tackle the problem of invasive lionfish and about making artificial reef - including one of the largest in the world.  For more details see: Alex Fogg, Natural Resources Chief, Destin-Fort Walton Beach https://www.destinfwb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PK_NaturalResources25.pdf 2026 LIONFISH CHALLENGE https://reefrangers.myfwc.com/lionfish-challenge/ Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO   Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Sea Change: Unlikely Allies and a Success Story of Oceanic Proportions (with Environmental Defense Fund Executive Director and author Amanda Leland)

    Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat to Amanda Leland, the Executive Director of the Environmental Defense Fund (www.edf.org). They talk about the vital work of EDF, and how Amanda became their Director. they also chat about Amanda's new book  "Sea Change: Unlikely Allies and a Success Story of Oceanic Proportions" (available from: https://www.edf.org/sea-change) Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Kraken's ocean inspiration

    Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat about Kraken's childhood, and what was it that inspired him to become a marine biologist. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Anne Bonny and Mary Reed (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. It's the Gasparilla pirate festival in Tampa, and Dr Smash and Dr Kraken talk about the history of two of the most famous pirates: Mary Read and Anne Bonney. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Manatees, Turtles and the Big Freeze (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. The recent cold weather has been chilly for humans, but it has been even worse for some of our marine life. Find out why cold winters are a problem for Florida's manatees and what we can do to help conserve them Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Knights of Santiago (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. It's the Gasparilla pirate festival in Tampa, and among the parade you will find the Famous Knights of Santiago. But who are they and what is their history? And what is the carnival float that looks suspiciously like a giant squid? Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Gasparilla and Pirate Jose Gaspar (As Aired on Local Tampa Talk News Radio)

    The Marine Conservation Happy Hour  is now going out every Saturday on Tampa Talk News Radio. It's the Gasparilla pirate festival in Tampa, Florida as drunken pirates invade the city. But what is the history behind this event? Who was the infamous pirate Captain Gaspar? Find out on this episode Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music and intro credits By News Talk 1040 WHBO Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Shark Quiz- What do you know about sharks?

    Dr Scarlett Smash quizzes Dr Craken on shark facts to see if she can stump him. Tune in to est your shark trivia knowledge. Can you beat Craken? Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Sharkapalooza in Clearwater Florida with Jess Adanich

    Dr Smash and Dr Kraken chat to Jess Adanich about the upcoming event SHARKAPALOOZA! Sharkapalooza brings together local artists and environmental groups to highlight marine life, and aquatic ecosystems and conservation. This year's Sharkapalooza is on May 16, 2026 at Coachman Park, Clearwater, Florida (for more details see: https://www.sharkapalooza.org/). Look out for the MCHH crew at the event! Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    National Geographic "Pole to Pole" Documentary - an interview with Allison Fong

    Dr Craken chats to arctic scientist Allison Fong, about the new National Geographic documentary "Pole to Pole". They talk about the importance of research in the Arctic, and what it was like to brave freezing icy waters with movie superstar Will Smith. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    PBS documentary "Parenthood" in the oceans - an interview with documentary filmmaker Olly Scholey

    Dr Craken chats to Olly Scholey, wildlife filmmaker and producer, about the upcoming PBS documentary "Parenthood".  This five-part natural history series (narrated by David Attenborough) explores the extraordinary strategies and adaptability that animal parents employ to give their young a head start in life. The Documentary airs in the US on Wednesdays from February 4 – March 4, 2026. Visit https://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/collections/parenthood/ for details. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Humpback whales in a Klingon spaceship? Is it scientifically possible?

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat about ocean science in the movies. In today's episode they talk about Star Trek 4 (the one with the whales!). How many humpback whales can you fit in a Klingon spaceship? Just how many environmental laws did Captain Kirk break kidnapping whales and tyransporting them to the future?! Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    The Economic Cost of Climate Disasters

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat about a new report that caculated the economic cost of climate change caused, or exacerbated, disasters in 2025. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube    

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    Ocean species discovered in 2025

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat about some of the new marine species that were discovered in 2025. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    2025 was a depressing year for marine conservation

    2025 was a depressing year for marine conservation. Dr Smash and Dr Craken are recorded on New Year's Eve, and discussed some of the big issues impacting marine conservation in 2025. However, there is a silver lining, as they talk about some positive scientific and conservation advances that were made in 2025. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes. Call of Krampus theme music by Midnight Syndicate. Background audio by Tabletop Audio. Sound effects by Zapsplatt. Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    The Call of Krampus - A Christmas Special - Part 2

    Wishing the Marine Conservation Happy Hour crew a very Happy New Year ! It's Christmas time in Williamsburg 1791, and children have been vanishing - abducted by a hideous, horned monster. Mistress Rose O'Malley is hot on the trail - but can she defeat the mythical Krampus? It's the Holiday Season and Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken are doing something a little different for a few episodes. The MCHH crew are playing the the Sleepy Hollow Roleplaying Game by Kids in the Attic games (https://kidsintheatticgames.com/store-1). Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes. Call of Krampus theme music by Midnight Syndicate. Background audio by Tabletop Audio. Sound effects by Zapsplatt. Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    The Call of Krampus - a Christmas Eve Special - Part 1

    It's Christmas time in Williamsburg 1791, and children have been vanishing - abducted by a hideous, horned monster. Can Mistress O'Malley solve this Christmas mystery? It's the Holiday Season and Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken are doing something a little different for a few episodes. The MCHH crew are playing the the Sleepy Hollow Roleplaying Game by Kids in the Attic games (https://kidsintheatticgames.com/store-1). Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes.  Call of Krampus theme music by Midnight Syndicate. Background audio by Tabletop Audio. Sound effects by Zapsplatt. Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Holiday Special - The Ghost Pirates of Williamsburg Part 4

    It's Williamsburg 1791, and the locals are terrified by tales of ghost pirates haunting the James River. Can Mistress O'Malley solve the spooky mystery? It's the Holiday Season and Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken are doing something a little different for a few episodes. The MCHH crew are playing the the Sleepy Hollow Roleplaying Game by Kids in the Attic games (https://kidsintheatticgames.com/store-1). In this episode Mistress Rose O'Malley (Dr Smash) tracks down the mysterious ghost pirates plaguing the James River. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Holiday Special - The Ghost Pirates of Williamsburg Part 3

    It's Williamsburg 1791, and the locals are terrified by tales of ghost pirates haunting the James River. Can Mistress O'Malley solve the spooky mystery? Dr Craken tests Dr Smash's knowledge of pirate history before they continue their holiday adventure, seeking out the Ghost Pirates of Williamsburg It's the Holiday Season and Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken are doing something a little different for a few episodes. The MCHH crew are playing the the Sleepy Hollow Roleplaying Game by Kids in the Attic games (https://kidsintheatticgames.com/store-1).  Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Holiday Special - The Ghost Pirates of Williamsburg - Part 2

    It's Williamsburg 1791, and the locals are terrified by tales of ghost pirates haunting the James River. Can Mistress O'Malley solve the spooky mystery? It's the Holiday Season and Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken are doing something a little different for a few episodes. The MCHH crew are playing the the Sleepy Hollow Roleplaying Game by Kids in the Attic games (https://kidsintheatticgames.com/store-1). In this episode Mistress Rose O'Malley (Dr Smash) visits the the famous Raleigh Tavern, a major site in the history of the United States. In addition to starting our ghostly holiday adventure, Dr Craken tells us a bit about the  history of taverns and prirates in the colonial era. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Holiday Special - The Ghost Pirates of Williamsburg Part 1

    It's Williamsburg 1791, and Rose O'Malley is vsiting the local apothecary. Something is amiss in Colonial Williamsburg and can Mistress O'Malley solve the spooky mystery? It's the Holiday Season and Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken are doing something a little different for a few episodes. The MCHH crew are playing the the Sleepy Hollow Roleplaying Game by Kids in the Attic games (https://kidsintheatticgames.com/store-1). In this episode Mistress Rose O'Malley (Dr Smash) visits the apothecary and in addition to starting our ghostly holiday adventure, Dr Craken tells us a bit about the history of medical science and the story behind the differences between physicians, surgeons and apothecaries. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Ocean Science in the Movies: Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken carry on their series about ocean science in the movies. This week they talk about Tom Cruise and "Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning". Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Ocean Science in the Movies: The Meg & Meg 2: The Trench

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken carry on their series about ocean science in the movies. This week they talk about giant sharks and the movies "The Meg" and "Meg 2: the Trench" starring Jason Satham. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Science in the movies: Underwater

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken carry on their series about ocean science in the movies. This week they talk about the deep sea horror movie "Underwater" starring Kristen Stewart. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube  

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    Marine mammal quiz - with Regina Asmutis-Silvia

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken get their marine mammal knowledge tested by Regina Asmutis-Silvia, the Executive Director of Whale and Dolphin Conservation (North America). How well do they do in Regina's fiendish marine mammal trivia quiz? How well will you do? For more information on WDC's conservation work in North America, visit: https://us.whales.org/. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Current issues in whale and dolphin conservation - with Regina Asmutis-Silvia

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat with Regina Asmutis-Silvia, the Executive Director of Whale and Dolphin Conservation (North America) about current hot topic issues in whale and dolphin conservation in the US. For more information about WDC please visit: https://us.whales.org/. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    The science of Jaws - with Simon Allen

    It's the 50th Anniversary of the moive Jaws, and Dr Craken chats with TV/movie producer and writer Simon Allen about the science behind Jaws. How biologically accurate are the movies - what diod they get right, and what did they get really wrong?  Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

  38. 263

    The Shape of Nature - with David Maitland

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat with scientist and nature photographer David Maitland and discuss his new book "The shape of nature". This book has a fantasic and beautiful array of natural world and animal/plant photograph taken via microscopes.  The book is available from: https://search.yahoo.com/search?fr=mcafee&type=E210US1357G0&p=david+Mailtland+book. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Robots in the sea with James Bellingham

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat with James Bellingham and discuss his new book "How are are marine robots shaping our future". They also chat about a "star trek" for the oceans. The book is available from: https://press.jhu.edu/books/title/53664/how-are-marine-robots-shaping-our-future. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Ocean science in the movies: The Abyss

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat about ocean science in the movies. In today's episode they talk about James Cameron's movie: The Abyss Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Dolphins up close with Bertie Gregory

    Dr Craken chats to National Geographic cameraman/presenter Bertie Gregory (https://www.bertiegregory.com/about) about his new documentary: "Dolphins Up Close". Bertie travels to the Azores to film schools of dolphins (and other species), and collects amazing footage showing their fascinating underwater behavior. "Dolphin up close with Bertie Gregory" premiers on National geographic channel on 18th September. Don't miss it! Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Ocean science in the movies: 20,000 Leagues Beneath the Sea

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat about ocean science in the movies. In today's episode they talk about 20,000 Leagues Beneath the Sea. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Silent Seals: The Namibia seal hunt with Rob Reed and Imogen Webster, part 2

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken continue their discussion with Rob Reed and Imogen Webster from Neptunes Pirates UK/ Captain Paul Watson Foundation about their Silent Seal Campaign -  protesting the commercial killing of seals in Namibia.  Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

  44. 257

    Silent Seals: The Namibia seal hunt with Rob Reed and Imogen Webster, part 1

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat to Rob Reed and Imogen Webster from Neptunes Pirates UK/ Captain Paul Watson Foundation about theirSilent Seal Campaign -  protesting the commercial killing of seals in Namibia.  Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    The new "Death at Seaworld" TV show - with Simon Allen

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat to showrunner and writer Simon Allen on a new TV drama show based on the book "Death at Seaworld".  Having written for TV shows such as "The Musketeers", "Das Boot", "Tehran" and a number of action and horror series, they talk about how Simon got into the field. They also chat about Simon's love and obsession with sharks and what makes the movie "Jaws" so great. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Ocean science careers advice with Andrew Thaler

    Jobs and careers in the marine conservation and science field look very different today compared to just a couple of years ago. Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat to Dr Andrew Thaler about current career possibilities in ocean science and conservation and provide advice for those searching for jobs in this field. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    The Last Hunt for the Jabberwock with Andrew Thaler

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat to deep sea scientist Andrew Thaler about "The Last Hunt for the Jabberwock". Every 30 years th Emerald Moon rises and the fearsome Jabberwock comes back from the dead, threatening the rabbit and frog folk of The Warren. The book is available from: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/505687/The-Last-Hunt-for-the-Jabberwock-A-Feywild-Adventure-in-Ecologic-Succession Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Deep Sea Mining with Andrew Thaler

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat to deep sea scientist Andrew Thaler about the contraversial issue of deep sea mining and some of the concerns that the marine conservation community have about this issue. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    Lessons learnt from Hurricane Katrina with Dr Ivor van Heerden

    On July 27 a new National Geographic documentary "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time" premiers. 20 years after the Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, Dr Craken chats with Dr Ivor van Heerden, a climate scientist whose research predicted the devestation that the hurricane caused. Dr Craken and van Heerden talk about the lead up to the hurricane, lessons learnt, and what the US Government needs to do to prevent another disaster such as this from occurring again. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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    What can Sharkapalooza do for you? With guest Jess Adanich

    Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken chat to Jess Adanich from "Fuzzy Sharks" about Sharkapalooza - a fabulous shark-themed arts festival that takes place annually in Florida. What is instore at the next event and what can Sharkapalooza do for you? Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Marine Conservation Happy Hour is a podcast that looks at the many different sides of Marine Science and Conservation in an informal setting - a during a pub Happy Hour, chatting casually over a few (or more) drinks. The show is co-hosted by @DrScarlettSmash and @Craken_McCraic. Everyone is a marine scientist who is passionate about the Ocean, marine mammals (whales, seals, dolphins, porpoises, polar bears and more), sharks and other fish, invertebrates (especially squid & octopuses because they are cool), and other marine biology things that live under the sea. Join us as we gossip about, for example, how shows like Game of Thrones are similar to Marine Conservation, the sex lives of sea creatures, hot marine science & conservation topics of the week and learn about the challenges of attaining a marine biology or conservation career.Podcast Owners, Creators, Producers, & Hosts: Dr Scarlett Smash and Dr Craken MacCraic.You can support the show at: www.patreon.com/marineconserva

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