Poster for the Netflix competition series "All the Sharks" shows divers observing sharks underwater and finding them marked with point values.

Netflix Series

‘All the Sharks’

Four teams of passionate shark experts embark on the ultimate adventure to find and photograph the most sharks. Racing against time - and each other - teams dive deep into the world's most spectacular shark habitats, all in hopes of winning a $50,000 prize for their chosen marine charity.

Planet People Podcast Ep. 3 

Join us on this exciting episode as we dive into the incredible world of shark fanatic Randy Thomas. Randy's mission extends beyond awareness. He actively encourages action and invites listeners to join him in the fight to protect marine life.

Randy inspires and educates a global community through his social media platform @theadventuresof5k and engaging YouTube channel, showing us how we can all play a role in preserving our oceans.

Tune in to this episode of "Safe Guarding the Seas" to be inspired by Randy's remarkable work, learn about the endangered sharks he champions, and discover how you can make a difference in the world of marine conservation. Get ready to be captivated by Randy's passion for wildlife and embark on an adventure that will leave you motivated to take action!

Illustration of multiple hands of diverse skin tones holding Earth, surrounded by rainbow-colored background, with large text 'RAISE THE PEOPL' and smaller text 'EPISODE #3 SAF' GUARDING THE SEAS SHARK STEWARDSHIP' and the name 'Randy Thomas' at the bottom.
A person wearing a black academic gown and cap, with glasses and dreadlocks, speaking into a microphone behind a clear podium with a curved top, in a dark setting.
A person in graduation cap and gown standing at a podium, smiling and waving during a graduation ceremony. The background is black with decorative lines.

University of Toledo Spring 22’ Commencement Speech

It all begins with an idea. Tune into the Class of 2022 Spring Commencement Speech to hear me express my gratitude and give the future generation words of encouragement as we discuss “F.P.F: Foundation, Protection, and Flight”

Underwater scene with a large shark in the foreground and several smaller sharks swimming in the background, viewed from a diver's perspective with a visible fin.

Discovery + Series 

Shark Academy

An intense six-week course tests the skills of eight men and women, not only proving what it takes to secure a coveted position on the team, but giving them all an opportunity of a lifetime as shark enthusiasts to leap ahead in the competitive world of shark research. While battling it out, contestants face many challenges as well as many close shark encounters.

A shark swimming underwater with a school of small fish in the background.

National Geographic

Shark Attack Files

Season 2 Ep.4 “Get Smart”

Researchers investigate if attacks like this can be avoided by deploying innovative defensive techniques.

Awards & Recognitions

  • B.S Environmental Science/ Counseling Minor

  • PADI Rescue Diver/ DMC Candidate
    EFR/CPR First Aid
    American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
    American Red Cross Lifeguard/ First Aid/CPR/AED

  • Authorized Biologist USFWS 8-8-14-F-14
    NASBLA Boating Certificate License

  • Over a Decade of Wildlife Conservation and Outreach

    Decade of Herpetological (Reptile and Amphibian) work and Handling

    Decade of Wildlife Education and Instruction


    Half a Decade of Diving Experience 250+ dives


    Half a Decade of Marine Science Education


    Half a Decade of Endangered/Federally protected species work


    Half a Decade of Photography/Video


    Half a Decade of Environmental Consulting and Project Management

    Half a Decade of working with Elasmobranchs


    4yrs of Governmental/Military Contracting


    4yrs of Venomous species work


    3yrs of Underwater Photography/ Video


    2 yrs of Zoological experience
    Ecological Assessments (Trinidad and Tobago, Okinawa, Bahrain)
    Kelp Restoration

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