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The Dark Frontier by Jeffrey Marlow

Marine microbiologist and deep-sea explorer Professor Jeffrey Marlow reveals how life can thrive in even the most remote, unforgiving landscapes.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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Episode 1: A Portal to Another Realm
Marine microbiologist Professor Jeffrey Marlow explores the deep ocean.
04 May 2026,14 mins
Episode 2: Woods Hole
Marine microbiologist Professor Jeffrey Marlow explores the deep ocean.
05 May 2026,14 mins
Episode 3: Diving to the Bottom of the Pacific
Microbiologist Professor Jeffrey Marlow explores the deep marine ocean.
06 May 2026,14 mins
Episode 4: Rosebud
Marine microbiologist Professor Jeffrey Marlow explores the deep ocean.
07 May 2026,14 mins
Episode 5 : Deep Time
Marine microbiologist Professor Jeffrey Marlow explores the deep ocean.
08 May 2026,14 mins