Gettin' Fishy With It

In today’s episode, "Aquarium of the Pacific", the crew revisits their time at the Aquarium of the Pacific, located in sunny Long Beach California.  Amber and Christine were actually able to visit twice! They go through the exhibits, favorite sightings and rate the aquarium. Frogs, birds, jellies, sharks, they have quite a few species. They also have many garibaldi, the pride of the pacific ocean and native to California. We also provide a bit of history for this dynamite aquarium! Come along!

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In this episode, "Year in Review: 2025," the crew gets sentimental about the year we’ve had. We reminisce about conferences, work trips and learning about fish. We chat about the episodes of the year such as fish myths, fish games, ancient fish, funding for research, shark training and evolution. We are proud of our growing listener base and proud of the famous folks we’ve had on our podcast. We are also SO thankful for you! If you are reading this right now, thank you for coming on this journey as we enter our fourth year of podcasting. Have a ha...

This week, we join the remaster trend by re-recording a classic episode that our online listeners have never heard! We did a live podcast episode at PAX East in Boston in 2024, and the recording was sadly lost (thanks tech guy Bernard…). We had so much fun the first time, we thought we’d record it all for our online listeners! We covered everything from the very first fishing games, to fishing minigames in games which otherwise have nothing to do with fishing! Want to learn about the history of fishing in video games? Take a listen!

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In this episode, "Repatriated Sturgeon as Biomonitors for Pollution," the crew goes for a swim in the historic Genesee river of Rochester, NY with Dr. Jeff Wyatt. He’s been doing incredible work with reintroducing sturgeon into an area where they were recently extinct.  Did you know that sturgeon can take 20 years to get to breeding size/age? Join us for a heartwarming story about fish, water restoration and local communities coming together to save their waterways. 

This podcast is brought to you by the cardinal tetra, Paracheirodon axelrodi.  The Cardinal tetra is the second holiest of all f...

In this episode, "The Life of Gars," the crew talks everything gar, with the GARgantuan “Gar Guy” himself, Dr. Solomon David. Gars have been around much longer than humans. It helps when you grow so big that you have no natural predators!  They’ve somehow wrongly been characterized as a “trash fish” and Dr David is here to set the record straight. We learn about their evolution, reproductive strategies, distribution and much more!  Solomon is doing great work in ecology and in science communication, getting the word out about these primitive ancient fish. 

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In this episode, "Fish and Climate Change," the crew chats about climate change with comedian and climate communicator, Rollie Williams. Did you know that 1% of the world is covered by coral reefs?  Is that a lot or a little? You decide!  But corals are not doing well due to rising temperatures and it’s home to much of our diverse fish species. Come along with us as we talk about temperatures, ocean acidification and much more!

This podcast is brought to you by Japanese butterfish. Despite its name, the butterfish is actually quite beautiful, with iridescent blue and...

In today's episode, "Species Spotlight: Billfish," the crew dives deep… like a swordfish… into the amazing billfish!  Billfish are a general term for swordfish, marlin, sailfish and spearfish. These monsters of the ocean are large, fast, agile, and apex predators. We discuss their anatomy, behavior, evolutionary adaptations and lifespans. We talk about how they can get caught in nets and about their conservation. Hopefully you learn a whole lot about these amazing fish!This podcast is brought to you by the flounder. Flounders are unique little angels who just wanted to be different. Instead of evolving to be flat with...

In today's episode,, "Fish Evolution," the crew chats about fish evolution with Dr. Kory Evans, Ichthyologist and professor of biosciences at Rice University in Texas! If you want to learn about the skull shapes of fish and how they evolved, Kory is the guy for you. We talk about evolution of electric fishes, the crazy second jaws of parrotfish and how flatfish (flounder, sole, halibut etc) start out looking like most other baby fish until one eye begins to migrate. We also talk about his Wired Tech Support video where he answers fish questions from Twitter!

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In this episode, "Species Spotlight: Angelfish," the crew go up to heaven… in search of the Angelfish (freshwater)! We focus on freshwater angelfish only and it's quite a deep dive! Physically speaking, they are certainly oddballs, from their prominent long fins to their fast snapping mouths to the bug eyes of the babies that seem to be screaming at you.  Did you know there are only 3 species in captivity and only 1 that readily breeds in the hobby? Come get your wings and your halo in another riveting episode about a common fish species!

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In today's episode, "GFWI Movie Club: Jaws," the crew gets into everything JAWS! This classic movie celebrated its 50th anniversary this summer so there was no way we were missing this one. Join us as we point out the strengths and weaknesses of this movie. We highly suggest re-watching before the episode since it makes the observations that much more salient. Learn about the history, the making and the symbolism behind one of Steven Spielberg's most famous movies, and the movie that launched a future with summer blockbuster films.

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In today's episode, "Stickleback Stock Center," the crew learns about the gem of the northern hemisphere, the stickleback!  We interview Holly Valentine, the Stickleback Stock Center Stock Manager at UCONN and learn about this interesting little fish. Stickleback are incredibly adaptive and they are used for a variety of research topics. You might think Alaska only has snow and salmon but these little guys are living in lakes even that far north! Join us as we learn about Holly’s career and about the pervasive stickleback!

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*** All views and opinions expressed by Joe Caterine on the podcast are his own and don't represent those of any of the organizations he is affiliated with. ***

In today's episode, "Aquaculture Information Exchange", the crew interviews Joe Caterine and learns about his role at the Aquaculture Information Exchange. This new aquatic-centered social media platform is just in its infancy and yet there is so much potential! This is a new way to connect with folks in the aquatic community in a fun and informative way. LinkedIn can be stuffy and formal and this is less of that...

In today’s episode, we get to know Dr. Wasseem Emam, the founder and director of Ethical Seafood Research, a nonprofit organization which is helping to uplift the welfare of food fishes. We get into the Canadian education system, talk about the purpose of some of these organizations and how they help fish live better lives. Wasseem has spent time in a lot of different countries and he is doing his part on the ground to engage with local farmers in countries where fishing is an important aspect of life. Kick back, eat your lunch and enjoy this episode! 

In this episode, "Species Spotlight: Pirahna," the crew chomps off another episode with a look into the “fearsome” piranha!  Many people don't know that piranhas are related to many peaceful community fish and that they are big chickens when it comes to bravery. We also get some words from the late Teddy Roosevelt and his observations on piranhas.  Lastly, we chat about the care of these fish in the hobby in case you want to keep them in your house! We DIVE into this episode with gusto, shattering fish myths and dishing out science!

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In today's episode, the crew once again dives into the Zebrafish Husbandry Association initiative to make science more easily accessible and reproducible. Ana Borges of the Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine breaks down the benefits of sharing this information and how it can make the collaborative scientific community even better! The more data we collect and report, the easier it is to draw strong scientific conclusions. Enjoy!

This podcast is brought to you by the Jack Dempsey Cichlid (Rocio octofasciata). Named after the famous boxer, these fish are not to be reckoned with. Neighborhood fishes have been...

In today's episode, the crew chats with Brendan De Grim, the Dive Safety Officer of New Orleans own Audubon Aquarium! Not only is his job super cool but his path to getting there is certainly one you're going to want to hear!  From criminal justice to banking to private investigator to scuba instructor, Brendan teaches us that the path to the fish world can be a windy road. The Aquarium in New Orleans has been revamped since the days of Hurricane Katrina and it shows. Come along with us as we learn about Brendan and his very cool workplace. Duration: 01:06:07

Did you ever wish there was a real School of Wizardry except for fish? You're in luck! In today's episode, "Marine Science Magnet High School," the crew gets educated with Eric Litvinoff from the Marine Science Magnet High School. Connecticut has excellent magnet schools which are paid for by tax dollars and allow for equal opportunity attendance for anyone in the state. MSMHS is one of those schools and it focuses on all things aquaculture. Not only do they have a very impressive program but they also are affecting legislative change and even making money for the school by...

Were you ever envious of the powers of Aquaman? In today's episode, "Training Sharks and Rays", the crew explores the fascinating world of training sea creatures. But did you know it's not just dolphins and sea lions that are trainable? Sharks and rays can be taught to do all sorts of things! We can train them to come to a specific location or sit on a hammock, all to enable them to participate in their own healthcare or move them to a new enclosure! Join us as we learn all about it with our new friend, Kaia, an aquarist...

In today's episode, "Federal Funding for Fish Conservation and Human Health," the crew discusses federal funding, its importance in the lives of fish and how we benefit as humans. We cover the US Fish & Wildlife Service, the US Department of Agriculture, the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Association, the National Institutes of Health, and the Environmental Protection Agency. Most of these agencies cost billions of dollars but they also save us billions in health costs, save countless lives and provide the nearly immeasurable intrinsic value that is resource and conservation services. When you add these all together, they comprise only 5% of...

In today's episode, "Zebrafish Husbandry Reporting & Reproducibility Initiative (Part 1)," we talk with former Zebrafish Husbandry Association President Michelle Altemara about her new initiative to standardize reporting in fish research papers. Science has a reproducibility problem and oftentimes it's because we don't account for all of the variables. Sometimes, “we keep fish on a recirculating rack” is not a good enough way to describe husbandry.  If two different facilities are keeping fish at completely different light cycles, the scientific outcomes might be very different! Luckily Michelle and her colleagues are trying to change that by working with journals to advocate for b...

In this episode, "Species Spotlight: Sturgeon," the crew shines a spotlight on sturgeons! Let's dive into all the facts about these prehistoric & gentle boop noodles!

This podcast is brought to you by the mosquitofish.  These tiny fish are not bloodsucking pests as their names might suggest but rather they consume mosquito larva with gusto.  Mosquito fish are the most widespread fish in the world mostly due to humans trying to use them to keep down mosquito populations. However in true human fashion, we failed to recognize that there were already indigenous fish doing just that. As a re...

In this episode, "Story Time with Josh Barber," Josh shares an extremely bizarre story about his senior year in college and the first job opportunity he ever got to work on an ornamental fish farm. This story goes off the rails quickly and the red flags are everywhere! Yet young 21 year old Josh was not to be dissuaded. Come along as Josh takes us back to 2010 as he details his email correspondence. 

**Warning** there are references to sexual assault in this episode. Not for young listeners.

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In this episode, we interview two of the developers of Fish Game, Erin and Ryan Davis!  We talk to them about their lives and about how they came to be involved with this exciting and very realistic game. If you are looking for a realistic fish simulation game then this is the game for you. Enjoy our conversation as we nerd out about the intricacies of developing a fish videogame!

We can’t even begin to tell you how much we recommend Fish Game. It is such an incredible and charming simulation of freshwater fish keeping. Definitely giv...

In this episode, "Shark Myths", the Gettin’ Fishy crew breaks down the shark-iest myths! Sharks are awesome and fearsome and the subject of many movies and shows. The problem with this is that not every creator does their research and rumors can spread quickly. Today we debunk the top myths in the shark world. Is the Megalodon still living? Can sharks smell blood from a mile away? Will sharks die if they stop swimming? Lets find out!

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In this episode, the Gettin’ Fishy With It crew dispels some popular fish myths! From tank size to fish memory to a whole lot about the concept of pain, we leave no stone unturned except we actually do…which is why you’ll see another episode about myths next month! Next up: shark and ray myths!

This podcast is brought to you by the glass catfish, more specifically the ghost catfish or Kryptopterus vitreolus. The latin word “kryptos” means “hidden” and the latin word “vitreus” means glass. And with good reason. These creatures are almost entirely transparent. Imagine looking in...

In this episode, the crew looks back on 2024 and talks about their favorite episodes.  When you summarize it all, we had quite an adventure!  We attended and participated in a gaming convention, we appeared on a few science shows and we shared our knowledge at conferences. We had a ton of great guests as well! Conservation biologists, principal investigators, PhD students, science communicators and experts in their fields all made up a long list of great episodes. Thank you SO much for listening and being a part of this venture!

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In this episode, "Australia New Zealand Association of Aquarium Professionals," the crew is joined by Lauren Pandolfo and Cameron Mackey, two board members of the Australia New Zealand Association of Aquarium Professionals (ANZAAP). Lauren is the Zebrafish Genetics Core Director at Baylor University and Cameron is the Aquarium Facility Manager at the University of Melbourne. Although they both serve on the ANZAAP board, these are voluntary positions! We learn how they got interested in fish, a bit about their career paths and about the benefit of this new organization which is helping to bring more knowledge on keeping our...

In today's episode, "Fish in Space!", the Gettin' Fishy Crew travel into the great beyond with Dr. Moiya McTier, astrophysicist, folklorist and host of the podcast Pale Blue Pod! We chat about different “fish-stronauts” who have traveled to space for scientific purposes and we get to learn about some very interesting fish related folklore about the stars. Did you know that the mummichog was the first fish into space? Do you not know what a Mummichog is? Did you know that in some cultures, a celestial fish gave birth to the galaxies? Come find out!

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In this week’s episode, "Fish Health for the Hobbyist (Part 2) with Dr. Nora Hickey and Jen Reynolds," we continue the conversation with the lovely ladies of Fishkeep and Chill! This time we dive even deeper into the topic of fish health, and lots of things that a hobbyist should know about to keep their fish happy and healthy!

Please note that this episode miniseries is not a replacement for a current veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) to ensure your fish health and treatment needs are being met. If you need to find a fish veterinarian, please check for on...

In this week’s episode we get to know the lovely ladies of Fishkeep and Chill, an amazing website where you can go to learn more about our fishy friends! We learn about their education and careers and nerd out about all things fish!  The focus of the episode is on fish health and on how we can give our fish the best chance to have great lives. We discuss some important do’s and don’ts for fish keepers and why a fish veterinarian is a great resource for you! *Spoiler alert* this won't be the last time you hea...

In this episode, "Species Spotlight: Siamese Fighting Fish", the crew breaks down the wild world of bettafish. The Siamese Fighting fish have a myriad of evolutionary adaptations and behaviors which help them survive in tough environments. We learn about how bettas became introduced into the hobby and that they have been cared by humans for over 1000 years!  Lastly, we learn about the research implications of using bettas as a model organism and some of the recent studies using them.

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On today’s menu, "Laboratory Fish Nutrition," the crew discusses the intricacies of fish nutrition. They explain the benefits of standardizing feeding and why we use animal models in research. Amber breaks down the nutrient classifications of fish feeds followed by the benefits and downsides of live feeds. We discuss both macro- and micronutrients, and why both are important to fish. Lastly, the crew talk about the future hopes for fish feed which will help further standardize our research outcomes.

This podcast is brought to you by the sea robin. These ocean bottom dwelling fish have long, fa...

In this week’s episode, "Fish and the Agricultural Research Service," the crew interviews two fish biologists from the Agricultural Research Service, Dr. Bart Green and Dr. Brian Ott. Their jobs are to optimize the culturing of fish for human use for food fish and for raising bait. They conduct many research studies to accomplish this, which we chat about! They primarily focus on certain fish species including hybrid striped bass, tilapia and channel catfish. They also discuss their career trajectories and explain some of the amazing technologies employed in their field.  Some of the ways they deal with oxy...

In this episode, "History of Fishkeeping," the crew learns about how some folks were keeping fish in glass tanks since the Victorian era (say wha?) and that women were some of the first aquarists!

This podcast is brought to you by the bluestreak cleaner wrasse, the janitor/dentist/parasitologist of the sea. These pretty little specimens spend their days removing parasites from the gills, teeth and skin of many types of large fish. And this task can be daunting! The brave little wrasse will willingly enter the giant maw of a grouper or the toothy gape of...

In this episode, "Gettin' Squiddy With It!", we invite squid scientist and sci-comm extraordinaire, Dr. Diana Li, to talk about her initial forays into science, her love of squid and her job as the Associate Director of Education and Training Initiatives at Columbia University. Join us as she regales us with tales of squiddy adventures in science. She has been a guest on Science Friday, Facts Machine Podcast & Live show, Nerd Nite, Secret Science Club and Story Collider.  Follow her on her various socials and don't forget to visit her ⁠website⁠ for upcoming features!

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In this episode, "Fish of the Week!", the crew joins powers with Katrina Liebich and Guy Eroh to talk about their podcast, Fish of the Week. They break down their interest in fish growing up, how their fishy careers developed and what they are doing now. Lastly, they discuss how their podcast came to fruition and why it benefits society (hint: it does!). They also share the importance of the role of indigenous people in fish and their podcast.

This podcast is brought to you by the bristlemouth fish.  The bristlemouth is the most abundant fish in th...

In this episode, "Weird Things Fish Eat," the crew gets weird with fish and the things fish eat! Fish don't just eat other fish. Sometimes they eat birds, insects and even license plates! Some sharks eat each other inside their mom. There's even a shark that eats vegetation! It's an action packed buffet of info for you as they break down the odd tasting menu of the aquatic world.  This podcast is brought to you by the white margin stargazer. It earned the name stargazer from the fact that its face points almost directly up to the heavens. The s...

In this episode, "Zebrafish as a Model for Muscle Development," the gang welcomes Dr. Caitlin Ford to talk about zebrafish as a model for muscle development. She shares how she became interested in science, how she ended up going the PhD route and dives into the focus of her PhD work. She then covers some of the tasks of her new job at a non-profit science company which helps explain their work to the layperson.

This podcast is brought to you by the porcupine puffer.  Porcupine puffers are known for their pointy spikes and ability to inflate t...

In this episode, "Aquatics Training and Continuing Education Opportunities," the crew breaks down important approaches to training technicians in the aquatic space. They highlight the usefulness of in-person training and workshops, live online courses, online training modules and organizations that help equip you with what you need to care for your aquatic animals in the lab and elsewhere. Conferences are a great way not only to learn and attend courses but also to network so that you can learn from each other and avoid the dreaded information silo.

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In this episode, “Science Communication”, the crew is joined by Dr. Robert Frawley of the BioBus and the Facts Machine Podcast. We discuss why science communication is so important, and we play a round of trivia! Thanks so much to Rob for joining us this week.

This podcast is brought to you by the wolf eel, the grumpy looking grandfathers of the sea.  Despite their appearance, wolf eels are quite friendly, and engage in activities such as underwater shuffleboard, golf and occasionally swimming in a bathtub of Centrum Silver. Yes they do occasionally yell at kids to get o...

In this episode, “Zebrafish as a Model for Developmental Neuroscience”, the crew discusses why zebrafish are an important model for developmental neuroscience!

This podcast is brought to you by the pilot fish.  Despite its name, you will never hear these striped fish on the intercom during a flight.  They'd never say something like, please keep your fins inside the aisle and your seats in their upright and locked position. Thank you for choosing fishy airlines.  We know you have options when it comes to oceanic flight so thank you for choosing us.

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In this episode, “Zebrafish as a Model for Infectious Disease”, the crew discusses why zebrafish are an important model for infectious diseases!

This podcast is brought to you by the blobfish, an inhabitant of the deep sea of the coast of Australia and New Zealand.  They live at depth of up to 12 hundred meters under pressure 120 times that of sea level.  One would think that the blobfish being under such immense pressure would lead to self sabotaging addictions such as overeating, chain smoking and perhaps over-imbibing in alcohol, however the blobfish somehow manages.  Maybe it takes one look in...

In this episode, “New England Aquarium”, the crew talks about their visit to the New England Aquarium in Boston!

This podcast is brought to you by the Jewel Cichlid, the singer-songwriter of the fish world. The Jewel Cichlid can be found playing its guitar and singing to crowds of people with hits such as Grouper Meant for Me, Who will Save your SOLE and Pool Fish Games. The Jewel Cichlid has earned a star on the Hollywood walk of Fame. Thank you, Jewel Cichlid!

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In this episode, “Natural History of the Great Salt Lake”, the crew is joined by conservation biologist, Jaimi Butler, as they discuss the history of the Great Salt Lake where the amazing Artemia are found!

This podcast is brought to you by the krill. Krill are known to be one of the most important and abundant prey species on earth. They provide nutrients to whales, fish and birds alike. There are so many, that some of them suffer from feeling like they lack individualism, leading to them acting out in various ways. Teenage krill can be found smok...

In this episode, “The Brine Shrimp Harvest Industry”, the crew is joined by wildlife biologist, Ashley Kijowski, as they discuss the history of artemia cyst harvesting in Utah's Great Salt Lake and how these "shrimpy" little critters are not shrimp at all! This podcast is brought to you by the brine shrimp, Artemia salina. Popularized in the early 60’s, these tiny household pets were marketed as sea monkeys. However they have nary a trait that monkeys possess. They do not eat fruit, nor do they groom each other. One would certainly question the first creators of this live product. But then a...

In this episode, “Starting Your First Fish Tank”, the crew discusses all the things you need to know about preparing for your first ever freshwater fish tank! Which fish to choose? What components are important for a fish tank? How do you keep the water clean?

This podcast is brought to you by the sarcastic fringehead.  Despite its name, the sarcastic fringehead is incapable of sarcasm. Instead, its superpower is opening its gigantic mouth and lips, revealing a fearsome grimace.  Males face off with these over-the-top displays, hoping that the largest mouth will scare off competitors.  Cheers to you...

In this episode, we dive headfirst into “Automation in The Lab” as the crew is joined by Bionomous Co-Founder and COO, Ana Hernando Ariza. They discuss her fascinating career path from grad student in an academic lab to the COO of a startup and how the company’s platform, the EggSorter, is bringing the power of AI and automation to fish facilities around the world.

This podcast is brought to you by Bionomous: bringing automation to the lab. And brought to you by…blowfish! The blowfish is able to blow itself much like a balloon.  Except this balloon isn...

In this episode, "Navigating Regulations in Laboratory Fish Research", the crew delves into the intricate yet essential regulatory framework that encompasses various fish species employed in scientific research. Let's make regulations fun!

This podcast is brought to you by the African Turquoise Killifish. The name “Killifish” is of Germanic origin, with the root word meaning “bay” or “gulf”. Some might guess that with the word “kill" being part of their name that they might be ferocious creatures, however they are actually a lovely laboratory species, capable of getting along with tankmates. The killifish is an excellent model for aging stud...

In this episode, "Species Spotlight: Livebearers", the crew explores a new episode format by delving into the fascinating world of a beloved group of fishes: livebearers! Discover the most commonly seen species, learn essential care techniques, and gain insights on creating a happy and healthy home tank for these aquatic wonders.

This podcast is brought to you by the false cleaner fish. Cleaner wrasses peacefully clean the sensitive gills of large predatory fish, removing parasites.  The false cleaner fish pretends to clean its larger cousins and instead bites them with its large hidden teeth.  How rude! No wo...

In this episode, "Staffing and Compensation for Aquatics Technicians", the crew chats with Dr. Raphael Malbrue, an Attending Veterinarian and Director for the Center for Comparative Medicine at UVA, about the complex topic of hiring and properly compensating aquatics technicians and managers.

This podcast is brought to you by the anchovy. The pepperoni of the fish kingdom. It's a shame that these beautiful little fish have been reduced to a pizza topping. They school in massive groups, opening their mouths to consume food, but it looks as if they are yawning. Maybe they're bored. We’re sorry to b...

In this episode, "Cuttlefish Husbandry and Research", the crew talks to Connor Gibbons, a Cephalopod Facility Manager, about all things cephalopods and their applications in a research setting. Curious about the distinction between arms and tentacles? Tune in to discover the answer!

This podcast is brought to you by the Giant sunfish, the largest bony fish in the world.  Truthfully they look more like aliens than fish.  With large paddle-like fins on the top and bottom, they traverse the depths looking for prey, all the while sporting an open mouthed expression which resembles sheer surprise.  Maybe because it...

In this episode, "A Year in Review", the crew reflects on the past season and discusses what they'd like to see in season two of the GFWI podcast!

This podcast is brought to you by the Mexican tetra or Astyanax mexicanus.   These fish are famous for a subset of their species assuming a blind cave form which adapted to living in the darkness. These fish have no eyes and only sunken holes where eyes should be.  That’s right, these fish are like the blind "Smeagols" of the fish world.  Pale, creepy looking and probably guarding some sort o...

In this episode, "Aquatic Veterinary Medicine (with Dr. Michelle Greenfield -Feig/Aquadocs)", the crew is joined by Michelle Greenfield-Feig DVM, CertAqV, the host of the Aquadocs Podcast, for an in-depth conversation on aquatic veterinary medicine! Our discussion delves into professional development and career prospects for aspiring veterinarians, while also providing valuable tips for those seeking a career in aquatic animal health.

This podcast is brought to you by the Ornate Boxfish. These fish do not live in boxes but rather are found swimming amongst coral reefs.  They might come in a box if you bought one at a...

In this episode, "Loveland Living Planet Aquarium", the crew talks about visiting the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Draper, Utah. They got to see lots of native & tropical fish and...other animals that they just do not care about (sorry mammals! 😅).

This podcast is brought to you by the Queen Angelfish. Could there be a more majestic creature in name or appearance?  As if royalty of queenship wasn’t enough, this fish has also ascended to angelic status. And deservedly so, for her beauty is rarely outshone. Hail to you, Queen angelfish!

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In this episode, “AALAS National Meeting and the ZHA”, the crew talks about their experiences at the 74th AALAS National Meeting along with being a part of the Zebrafish Husbandry Association (ZHA). What better place to nerd out about animals than at a 100% animal-centric conference!

This podcast is brought to you by the zebrafish. Zebrafish are also known as the science nerds of the aquatic animal kingdom. Named for their stripes, the zebrafish can often be found in science labs, discovering new cures and regenerating their organs like wolverine from X-men. Cheers to you zebrafish and your muta...

In this episode, “Fishy Video Games”, the crew discuss video games where you can play as a fish, interact with fish, simulate an aquarium, or that just have a really fishy theme to them. We don’t cover games where fishing is the main goal (or a commonly used mechanic), we will save that topic for an upcoming episode!

This podcast is brought to you by the Dolly Varden trout. The Dolly Varden can be found strumming its acoustic guitar and serenading its lakemates with hits such as “I Will Always Love You”, "Islands in the Stream” and “Jolene”...

In this episode, “Scariest Fish!”, we explore species that look scary and intimidating, but there is definitely more to them than meets the eye... Listen to us talk about gulper eels, ghost sharks, piranhas and more in this special spooky episode!

This podcast is brought to you by the ghost knifefish. There is no spookier name on the planet than the ghost knife fish. They have tiny beady eyes which stare at you as if to say “I’ve seen into the great beyond”. These ethereal creatures are capable of eating the souls of their prey, dragging them to th...

In this episode, “Underwater Experts: RVTs in the World of Fish Health”, Nora Toney RVT joins our hosts to talk about what it’s like being a Registered Veterinary Technician that works with fish. We learn what an RVT’s role is in animal health, why they are an essential part of the animal health team, and what a day in the life of a fish RVT looks like. Christine and Nora talk about their experiences as RVTs, how the role can be challenging but also incredibly rewarding, and just plain nerd out about veterinary care for fishes.

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In this episode, “Extreme Fish”, we explore species that exist at the far ends of every category. A veritable who’s who of record setters, we cover the world’s fastest, slowest, largest, smallest, most adaptable to cold, heat and much more! Evolution grants immense biodiversity to allow fish to live in almost every environment.  You’ll be surprised to find out some of these interesting fishy facts about the marvelous creatures that swim in our waterways. 

This podcast is brought to you by the goliath grouper. Despite its name, most groupers do not spend any time in groups bu...

In this episode, “Invasive Fish Species”, we discuss ecosystems and the many fish species that end up thriving in new habitats, threatening other native species that live there. Who is usually at fault?  Humans! We break down 6 types of invasive fish that either eat their competition or outcompete them for food. From gigantic carp that jump into your boat, to aquatic vampires that suck the blood of their fishy-lakemates, we get to know some of these scary invaders!  We also cover the response of local governmental bodies and how they prevent further spread of invasives.  If we could summarize one val...

In episode 9, the crew breaks down part 2 of water chemistry!  We discuss conductivity, hardness, alkalinity and why they are important for stabilizing your water and pH.  We cover dissolved gasses, the dangers of extremely low oxygen and extremely high nitrogen in your system and what to do about it.  Next, we talk about phosphates, their source and what happens when levels get high.  Finally, we touch on iron, calcium and magnesium.  To finish the episode we talk about ORP which we can all agree isn't something we actually care about, right?

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In this episode, the crew covers water chemistry for aquarists, specifically in freshwater systems. We learn about water temperature, pH and nitrogenous wastes, and the interplay between these three factors in fish systems. This episode equips you with what you need to know to keep your fish happy and healthy.  The most important takeaway?  Slow and steady wins the race when it comes to adjusting any of these parameters.  And this is only the half of it!

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In episode 7, we are joined by Ernesto Gagarin, a Research Assistant in a zebrafish lab at Columbia University. He will be joining the University of Chicago in the fall to start his PhD! With another fish fan on the podcast this week, we wasted no time to start nerding out about fish keeping and how it has shaped our current paths in life. Having a closet and/or a bathroom full of fish tanks is clearly a key to future success in our respective fields in science. We eventually get ourselves onto the topic at hand (no pun intended...

In episode 6, we continue our journey to learn lots about the diversity of marine (saltwater) fish reproductive strategies. In truth, we’ve barely scratched the surface. We spoke about salmonids and semelparity, how some molly fish utilize unique strategies to attract mates and produce offspring, sneaker males and game theory, and much more! We hope you enjoy the episode.

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In episode 5, brace yourself as the crew delves deep into the captivating world of fish reproduction. Tune in to hear our enthralling discussion on the extraordinary methods employed by freshwater fish during spawning. Prepare to be astounded as we explore the astonishing and peculiar approaches these fish take in their quest to perpetuate their species.

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In episode 4, the crew dives into the fascinating world of zebrafish facility management, accompanied by special guest Chris Lawrence from SmartLabs. Join us as we explore the intricate details of maintaining optimal conditions for these small, striped swimmers, from PI-run lab spaces to state-of-the-art centralized facilities. Discover the behind-the-scenes efforts required to ensure the health and well-being of zebrafish, and join us in envisioning the exciting future of zebrafish facility management.

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In episode 3, the crew embarks on a thrilling adventure. Delving into the secrets of fish eyes, the remarkable properties of the slime coat, the delicate balance of the swim bladder, and an array of other awe-inspiring facets that lie beneath the surface. Their tireless efforts lead them to engage in captivating discussions, fervently dedicated to unraveling the intricate mysteries that shroud fish anatomy.

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In episode 2, the crew delves into their fascinating journey into aquatic animal science, discussing their favorite animals and envisioning the future of their field. They also share valuable tips for aspiring individuals keen on exploring this captivating domain.

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In episode 1, the crew breaks down the definition of a “model organism” and why zebrafish are a great one.  They then discuss zebrafish, their entry into the fish hobby and into laboratory animal science.  Lastly they cover genetics and take some guesses on the future of zebrafish in research.

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Hey everyone, this is Gettin’ Fishy With It! The podcast where three friends school you on all things fish!

Are you a fish nerd? Do you have a fish tank at home or in your lab and just don’t know what you're doing? Or maybe you're like “What’s a fish? Never heard of it”!

We are here every other Friday to chat about fish and fish related things. Sometimes we’ll even have guests who share our fishy obsessions.

You can expect us to spend...