The All Creatures Podcast

Chris welcomes back filmmaker Bertie Gregory to discuss his latest documentary 'Dolphins Up Close.' Known for his breathtaking wildlife cinematography, Bertie shares the intense and chaotic experience of capturing dolphins, sharks, and other sea creatures in their natural habitat. The conversation delves into the technical challenges of underwater filming, the behavioral insights observed, and the conservation success stories in the Azores. Bertie also reflects on the importance of combining skill and composure to document such extraordinary events and the significance of celebrating wildlife preservation successes. Podcast Timeline 02:00 Welcome and Introduction 02:15 Birdie Gregory's Return and Orca Sequences 02:48 Dolphins Up Close: Filmmaking Challenges 03:25 Capturing the Chaos: Bait Balls and Predators 05:25 Filming Techniques and Challenges 10:15 Dolphins as Predators 12:35 The Azores: A Marine Protected Area 14:53 Chasing Dolphins: Techniques and Experiences 19:57 Shearwaters and Their Impressiv