Snapping with sharks: La Jolla scientist competes on Netflix ocean photography show

For some, encountering a shark during a dive in the ocean might seem like a worst-case scenario. But for others, including Scripps Institution of Oceanography postdoctoral scholar Brendan Talwar, there’s nothing better.

Taking that passion to Netflix, Talwar is a contestant on a new competition show called “All the Sharks,” which invites four teams of two members each to photograph sharks around the world. The winning team receives $50,000 for the charity of its choice. All episodes are available on Netflix.