An evening with Professor John Long

We're thrilled to welcome world leading paleontologist John Long to Chorleywood, as he shares the fascinating story of how sharks emerged as Earth's ultimate survivors.

Sharks have been fighting for their lives for 500 million years and today are under dire threat. They are the longest-surviving vertebrate on Earth, outlasting multiple mass extinction events that decimated life on the planet. But how did they thrive for so long? By developing superpower-like abilities that allowed them to ascend to the top of the oceanic food chain.

John Long, who for decades has been on the cutting edge of shark research, weaves a thrilling story of sharks' unparalleled reign. The Secret History of Sharks showcases the global search to discover sharks' largely unknown evolution, led by Long and dozens of other extraordinary scientists.

From megalodons to Great Whites, we're provided with valuable insights into the threats to sharks today, how they contribute to medical advances, and the lessons they can teach us about our own survival.