Diving In With Sea Lions: Mapping the Ocean Floor (2/10/25)
Feb 10, 2025
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Join a whimsical journey as Mindy and Guy Raz navigate a comical audition meant for sea lions at a community pool. Discover the absurdity of a non-sea lion vying for a spot among aquatic talent. Dive into the humor of sea lions mapping the ocean floor with action cameras while engaging in playful banter about food rules. Plus, hear delightful anecdotes from young listeners that spark a sense of wonder about the animal kingdom. It's a fun-filled blend of ocean mysteries and everyday hilarity!
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The podcast highlights the limited exploration of our oceans, revealing that only a quarter of the ocean floor is mapped compared to Mars.
Through the comical audition for an ocean mapping job, Mindy and Guy Raz explore the contrasting roles of humans and animals in scientific research.
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The Quest for an Ocean Mapping Job
The characters Mindy and Guy Raz come across a job listing that seeks individuals to help map the ocean floor, sparking their curiosity about the mysteries of the ocean. It is revealed that much of the ocean remains unexplored, with only about a quarter of the ocean floor mapped compared to what has been explored on Mars. This job opportunity inspires them to audition, although Mindy discovers that all other candidates are sea lions, raising questions about the roles different animals play in research. The characters reflect on the contrasting career paths of animals compared to humans in the scientific community.
Humorous Audition with Sea Lions
During their audition, Mindy and Guy Raz learn that they are competing against sea lions in an effort to work on ocean mapping research in Australia. As the process unfolds, they face comical challenges, such as being super glued to their action cameras, which are meant to record underwater footage. The audition highlights the physical requirements needed for the job, including holding their breath for extended periods—a task easier for sea lions than for humans. Ultimately, the characters find humor in their predicament, recognizing the unique roles animals fulfill in marine research.
Mindy and Guy Raz head to the community swimming pool to try out for his DREAM JOB! There's just one problem; all the other applicants are SEA LIONS! Classic mix-up! So join Guy and Mindy as they discover the who, when, where, why, how and WOW of Sea Lion Science!
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