Beneath the Surface Lauren Park-McCann

FIRSTLY I'd like to introduce Dr Reuben Shipway, a marine biology lecturer from the University of Plymouth, who makes his Beneath the Surface guest co-host debut in this episode WOOO. 

In this episode, We speak to Professor Lloyd Peck, a polar marine biologist who studies how organisms adapt to the cold. Lloyd works for British Antarctic survey and has featured as part of David Attenborough's Frozen planet. We talk about Lloyd's childhood, the reality of working in Antarctica over the years, what it takes to be a scientist and the reality of the climate crisis.  I was very privileged to have this conservation with Lloyd, i was inspired by his story, intrigued by his science and his honest take on the climate crisis gave me lots ponder. This is an extremely thought provoking and inspiring episode for anyone who lives on this planet :) 



Feel free to get in touch with me to discuss any questions/feedback/ guest ideas! I'd love to hear from you all.

Instagram @Laurenpmarine/@beneaththesurfacepodcasttt Email: lparkmccann@gmail.com

All graphics are designed by Daisy Drury: Instagram: @little_daisy_99 Email: daisy.drury99@gmail.com

Sound production is by Matt Oram

Until next time :)

Lauren x

In this episode I speak with Tors Froud, the engagement and inclusion manager of the Uk’s first National Marine Park. Tors gave me an insight into what the marine park is, and discussed some of the amazing work that is happening, all over Plymouth, to teach people about the natural environment and why it matters in a hope to encourage prosperity, conservation and safe engagement with the marine environment. 



To get in touch with Tors email: tors.froud@plymouth.gov.uk

To keep up to date with what's happening in the National Marine Park visit: https://plymouthsoundnationalmarinepark.com/

Feel free to get in touch with me to discuss any questions/feedback/ guest ideas! I'd love to hear from you all.

Instagram @Laurenpmarine/@plymouthbeneaththesurface Email: lparkmccann@gmail.com

All graphics are designed by Daisy Drury: Instagram: @little_daisy_99 Email: daisy.drury99@gmail.com

Until next time :)

Lauren x

In this episode I talk to Chloe Winn, a costume designer turned conservationist who works for The Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme (MWSRP). We talk about Chloe's career path, the reality of working in shark conservation, top tips for looking for work experience opportunities and Eco-guilt. This episode is a must listen to any shark lovers or aspiring conservationists. 

To keep up to date with Chloe's work, follow her instagram :)

Instagram: @chloe_darwinn

Feel free to get in touch with me to discuss any questions/feedback/ guest ideas! I'd love to hear from you all.

Instagram @Laurenpmarine/@plymouthbeneaththesurface Email: lparkmccann@gmail.com

All graphics are designed by Daisy Drury: Instagram: @little_daisy_99 Email: daisy.drury99@gmail.com

Until next time :)

Lauren x

In this episode I speak to Matt Bell, a second year marine biology and oceanography student at Plymouth University who is embarking on the #Lastpole expedition to collect crucial climate change data that can be used by scientists globally. We discuss his expedition to the Northern Pole of Inaccessibility, funding, diving and his time at university during Covid times.

To keep up to date with Matt’s expedition:

Instagram: @Ice_warrior_matt

https://instagram.com/ice_warrior_matt?utm_medium=copy_link

To donate to his go fund me page:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/ice-warrior-project-fundraising-for-science?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet

Feel free to get in touch with me to discuss any questions/feedback/ guest ideas! I'd love to hear from you all.

Instagram @Laurenpmarine/@plymouthbeneaththesurface Email: lparkmccann@gmail.com

All graphics are designed by Daisy Drury: Instagram: @little_daisy_99 Email: daisy.drury99@gmail.com

Until next time :)

Lauren x

In this episode I am catching up with Louise-Océane Delion to find out what her life has been like since graduating university and her last episode on the PBTS podcast. We talk all things uni, seagrass restoration, sustainable seafood, sailing expeditions and future plans. Louise gave lots of advice for current students on placement options, how to make the most out of your degree and also life after university. It was really great to chat to Louise because she has been where my fellow students and I currently are in the process of becoming a marine biologist.

To keep up to date with Louise's adventures follow @twosealions on instagram  

To learn about the sort of work that Louise and the crew of the Pheonix expedition are doing go to: https://phoenix-expedition.com/en/home/

Feel free to get in touch with me to discuss any questions/feedback/ guest ideas! I'd love to hear from you all. 

Instagram @Laurenpmarine/@plymouthbeneaththesurface Email: lparkmccann@gmail.com

All graphics are designed by Daisy Drury: Instagram: @little_daisy_99 Email: daisy.drury99@gmail.com 

Until next time :)

 Lauren x

WE ARE BACKKKKKK for season 2 of Plymouth Beneath the Surface! 

My name is Lauren and I am a second year marine biology and coastal ecology student at Plymouth university. I am really excited to have taken over this podcast. 

In this podcast you'll meet people from Plymouth that have oriented their lives around the ocean, discuss current topics,local conservation initiatives and discover why Plymouth is the best place in the world to study and work in the field of marine biology (sorry, Southampton).

Feel free to get in touch with me to discuss any questions/feedback/ guest ideas! I'd love to hear from you all :)

Instagram @Laurenpmarine/@plymouthbeneaththesurface Email: lparkmccann@gmail.com

All graphics are designed by Daisy Drury: Instagram: @little_daisy_99 Email: daisy.drury99@gmail.com

Until next time :)

Lauren x