Rashid Sumaila
Fisheries economist and professor at the University of British Columbia in Canada. He discusses the global consequences of trawling, from overfishing to illegal catches.
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Aug 27, 2025 • 26min
Bottom trawling and the future of global fish supplies
Rashid Sumaila, a fisheries economist from the University of British Columbia, dives into the chaotic world of bottom trawling. He reveals how this destructive fishing method threatens global fish supplies and devastates fragile ecosystems. The discussion touches on overfishing and prevalence of illegal catches, while highlighting the struggles of small-scale fishers. Stock depletions impact communities, especially in West Africa, where local fisheries face severe challenges from industrial trawlers. It's a call to action for sustainable fishing practices.
Oct 2, 2025 • 31min
Keep, lose, add: a checklist for plotting your next career move in science
Holly Prescott, a careers guidance practitioner at the University of Birmingham, presents her 'Keep, Lose, Add' framework for reflective career planning. Thomas Oxlund shares his journey of embracing unexpected opportunities while shifting between academia and industry. Rashid Sumaila and Dr. Mia Strand discuss the crucial role of transdisciplinary approaches in ocean research and the importance of community engagement. They highlight the skills necessary for early-career researchers to navigate complex interdisciplinary environments.
