At age three, future animal care professional, Mike Dech, discovered a love of sharks. So much so that by age twelve, he earned his SCUBA certification, which has served him well in his zoological career, as a hobby, and as a growing side business teaching new generations of divers and leading offshore excursions. Mike shares his insights after a lifetime of exploring his home state of Florida's reefs and offers advice to those looking to grow personally and professionally by pursuing their passion.

Erin Ivory from Veterinarians International stops by to announce their walkathon and how listeners can participate.

That Sounds Wild: Argus Pheasant. Dallas World Aquarium.

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