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My Blog
This Blog started in Antarctica where I was a Marine Scientist for 18 months. Over the last 9 years, it has followed my progression into a Professional Marine Scientist, Diver and Skipper. Now I am a Freelance Marine Scientist, and director of my own company and offer my services of diving, skippering, deckhand and Open Water swim coaching. When not working I enjoy going on remote adventures mountain biking, climbing and freediving. Read here for my random stories of adventure and science!
My Podcast
Welcome to ’Everyday Quests,’ where I, Saz Reed run this podcast to celebrate the extraordinary in the ordinary. Sporadically, I will bring you stories of regular individuals who turn their daily routines into remarkable experiences. From spontaneous trips and explorations to creative challenges and unexpected journeys, our episodes reveal how the thrill of adventure can be found in the simplest moments. Whether you’re seeking inspiration to spice up your own daily life or just enjoy listening to engaging tales of everyday adventures which could be your gateway to redefining your own everyday quests.
Reflections interview!
In September last year, pals @lou_luddington and @tomfreediving were in Scotland filming for a new project that is now live called @reflections.site ! Reflections ethos is that "in order to protect fragile marine ecosystems, people must know and understand them. Reflections will be a repository of insightful and inspiring visual stories with factual information and an entrance to scientific knowledge about the ocean."
Want to learn about what maerl is?
"Imagine an underwater world of vibrant pink, a "living gravel' that's thousands of years old and teeming with life. This is maerl, an unsung hero of our oceans, quietly working to combat climate change and support biodiversity. But this ancient ecosystem is facing a modern crisis. From destructive fishing practices to pollution and warming waters, maerl beds are disappearing at an alarming rate. Dive into the story of maerl and discover why we need to protect these hidden gems before it's too late."
https://www.reflections.site/sto.../the-secret-life-of-maerl
If you want to progress your swimming to complete this 1km around the Loch Leven maerl bed or have a guided swim around it, check out my swim coach and guiding on my swim page! www.sazreed.co.uk/swim-coaching
Want to know more about Tom & Lou and their Atlantic crossing and boat refit story? Check out @everydayquests Episode 3 on Spotify!
On TV!
A few years ago I worked a Saturday and filmed with @portilloandhen
and the team from @nkd_tv for @BBC TV Show Great British Railway Journeys! Showing off the awesome science we get up to @SAMSoceannews & also talked about my winter at Rothera @BAS_News
Watch it on BBC, Series 2 episode 23
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Science Podcast Recordings
Episode 14: Pollution in Pristine Seas with Saz Reed
Our polar regions are often considered to be pristine untouched waters, largely due their remoteness and lack of civilization, yet both the Arctic and Antarctica are subject to local pollution from tourism, fishing and research activities. On today’s episode, we sit down with Sarah Reed, ships ops manager and technician at the Scottish Association for Marine Science, to chat about her recent paper on microplastics in marine sediments near Rothera Research Station, Antarctica.
Our Earth Podcast
“Our Earth shares research stories, ongoing work and environmental conversations with you. Time to hear perspectives from the researchers, scientists and people working with our environment about life on earth.”
Articles and Blogs about my work and life!
Elyssa Quinton’s new blog, “Hey ocean loverz, I am so excited to introduce the first in our conversation series, Saz Reed. Saz and I studied with each other at university and I have admired her from a far ever since! After starting as a tug pilot at Lasham Gliding Club, she spent time diving and conducting research in Antarctica as a marine assistant. Continuing on after as an Arctic research technician and ship operations manager, she now leads her own business, Leven Environmental Ltd. Saz is a professional skipper, diver, and open water swim coach, and is also passionate about helping others build their skills and confidence while making waves in marine science and environmental management.”
https://www.elyssaquinton.com/ocean-dreamers-conversations-/001sazreed-5hkl3
Salish sea Storm Water Monitoring
Article about the Loch Leven Seasavers and the sewage campaign we set up in 2024.
Podcast with Lizzie Moult on Choosing Change
"I think to cultivate that mindset, you first need to acknowledge it, or have someone else acknowledge it for you. So then you start to acknowledge it. So and I think once you have acknowledged it, for me, it's turning to paper, and working out what's wrong, and how you can get that mindset back on track." - Saz Reed
https://www.lizziemoult.com/blog/22-saz-reed