TED Radio Hour Listen Again: A Love Letter To The Ocean
Dec 24, 2021
Join engineer and adventurer Catherine Mohr as she shares a thrilling scuba diving experience in the Galapagos, where encounters with hammerhead sharks reveal the ocean's beauty. Marine biologist Marah Hardt humorously delves into the unexpected sexual habits of marine life, exploring intricate mating rituals and the effects of human actions on reproduction. Venom scientist Mandë Holford spotlights cone snails and their promising medicinal uses, urging appreciation for ocean conservation and the vital connections between marine health and human wellbeing.
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Sea Urchin Incident
- Catherine Mohr's diving trip to the Galapagos went awry when she was stabbed by a sea urchin.
- She treated her injury with boiling water but later discovered a broken spine in her hand.
Unexpected Love
- While recovering from a broken pelvis, Catherine developed a close relationship with a friend.
- This friendship blossomed into a 19-year marriage, a silver lining to her accident.
The Importance of Fish Sex
- Marine life reproduction is diverse and often bizarre, like clownfish changing sex.
- Understanding these unique reproductive strategies is crucial for conservation efforts.
