Quiz: How much do you know about Massachusetts' sharks?

On this episode of The Common, WBUR associate producer for digital Katie Cole joins the show to discuss Massachusetts' various shark species and the important role they play in our ocean ecosystem. Then, we sit down with author and podcast host Mark Cecil to talk about the value of deep conversations among men and why it is difficult for some men to open up with one another. Listen to the podcast to hear the full episode. 

Sharks get a bad rap, especially around these parts where great white sightings are a normal part of Massachusetts' summer. But great whites are far from the only shark species cruising through Bay State waters, and for the most part, they're all just minding their own business.

WBUR associate producer for digital Katie Cole joins The Common to give a rundown of the state's various shark species, and the integral role they play in our ocean ecosystem.