• Update: UK and EU Negotiations
    Dec 23 2025

    In this episode Mark has a discussion with Jack Renwick, Fisheries Conservation Officer, on the recent UK and EU negotiations and what that means for shark conservation.

    The conversation covers changes in management measures for skates and rays, Spurdog and the implications of these changes.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one)!

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Stokes-Packer at mark@sharktrust.org


    Artwork by the very talented graphic designers at rev.01 Studio

    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    16 Min.
  • Bonus: ICCAT Update
    Dec 4 2025

    The 10-day Annual Meeting for ICCAT (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas - and tuna-like species) ended on Monday 24th November. With some big outcomes for sharks!

    Mark has a meeting with Ali Hood, Director of Conservation, who attended the meeting to find out what happened, what it means for sharks, and whats next!

    You can read the Breaking Shark Conservation News for other details.

    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    21 Min.
  • Bonus Minisode: Go Diving! with Monty Halls
    May 28 2024
    Join Mark at Go Diving, the UK's biggest dive show as we take the Shark Trust Podcast on the road! Mark met up with Shark Trust Patron and TV Presenter, Monty Halls. Monty talks about his journey into conservation, filming Basking Sharks, and how collective action can make a huge impact for the future of sharks and rays!

    Watch FULL video versions of The Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please, Like and Subscribe to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation!

    Follow us on our social media platforms below:
    Instagram
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    Twitter (X)

    If you have questions about the podcast and would like to contact us, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Don't forget to leave a review! We read every single one!

    Artwork by the talented team at rev.01 Studio
    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    13 Min.
  • Bonus Minisode: Go Diving! with Simon Rogerson
    May 14 2024
    Join Mark at Go Diving, the UK's biggest dive show as we take the Shark Trust Podcast on the road! Mark met up with Shark Trust Patron, Simon Rogerson to talk about his diving experiences and how seeing sharks can transform your life!

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please, Like, Share and Subscribe to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation!

    Follow us on our social media platforms below:
    Instagram
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    Twitter (X)

    If you have questions about the podcast and would like to contact us, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Dont forget to leave a review! We appreciate every single one!

    Artwork by rev.01 Studio
    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    13 Min.
  • The World of Shark Conservation! with Paul Cox
    May 7 2024
    Dive beneath the waves of shark and ray conservation with Mark as he speaks with Paul Cox, CEO of the Shark Trust. Paul and Mark discuss the threats and difficulties that sharks and rays currently face in the modern world and how the Shark Trust is working to create a better future for sharks and rays!

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please, Like, Share and Subscribe to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation!

    Follow us on our social media platforms below:
    Instagram
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    Twitter (X)

    If you have questions about the podcast and would like to contact us, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Artwork by rev.01 Studio
    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    38 Min.
  • Bonus Minisode: Go Diving! with Donovan Lewis
    Jun 25 2024
    Join Mark at Go Diving, the UK's biggest dive show, as we take the Shark Trust Podcast on the road! Mark met up with Shark Expert and Underwater Photographer, Donovan Lewis. Donovan shares his experience of diving in the wild and in aquariums, and how if we act now, we can turn the tide for sharks and rays!

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one)

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    If you found this episode interesting and would like to see Donovan's underwater photography and hear more about his experiences, you can find out more here:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donovans_reefs/?hl=en
    Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/donovanlewisphotos/
    Website: https://www.donovanlewisphotos.com/

    Follow the Shark Trust on social media:
    Instagram
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    Twitter (X)

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Artwork by the very talented graphic designers at rev.01 Studio
    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    16 Min.
  • Bonus Minisode: Go Diving! with Miranda Krestovnikoff
    Jun 11 2024
    Join Mark at Go Diving, the UK's biggest dive show as we take the Shark Trust Podcast on the road! Mark met up with Shark Trust Patron and TV Presenter, Miranda Krestovnikoff. Miranda talks about her love for the ocean, working in TV, and her children following in her love for sharks!

    Watch FULL video versions of The Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please, Like and Subscribe to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation!

    Follow us on our social media platforms below:
    Instagram
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    Twitter (X)

    If you have questions about the podcast and would like to contact us, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Don't forget to leave a review! We read every single one!

    Artwork by the talented team at rev.01 Studio
    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    10 Min.
  • Underwater Photography: Diving with sharks! with Caroline Robertson-Brown
    Jul 16 2024
    Talking to Manta Rays? The best places to photograph sharks and rays! And tips on how to use your passion to help shark and ray conservation!

    Join Mark as he talks to the Shark Trust's Marketing Manager and Award-winning Underwater Photographer, Caroline Robertson-Brown!

    Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

    Please click SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date in the world of shark and ray conservation! And leave us a REVIEW (we read every single one)

    If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org

    Follow us on our social media platforms below:
    Instagram
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    Twitter (X)

    If you are interested in supporting the conservation work that we do, you can help us through becoming a member, adopting one of these amazing sharks, donating to support the future of sharks and rays, and take part in our citizen science projects!

    Artwork by the very talented graphic designers at rev.01 Studio
    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    37 Min.