Episode #111: Wolverines!

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In this episode, I interview Rebecca Watters, executive director of The Wolverine Foundation. It’s an organization comprised of wildlife scientists with a common interest in wolverines. We discuss the rare wolverine and its elusive habits, behavior, and diet. We then cover the cultural significance of wolverines throughout history and why they have earned such a bad reputation. Rebecca also recounts her personal encounter with a wolverine in camp (it’s a good story)! and she goes over mind-blowing recent findings including wolverines and their excellent parental care! You won’t want to miss this interview!

For more information, please visit The Wolverine Foundation: http://wolverinefoundation.org

YouTube video of the interview: https://youtu.be/eTe00boFRHo

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Episode #105: Forest Elephants

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In this episode, I’m joined by “elephantologist”, Daniella E. Chusyd from Indiana University. Daniella studies the rare Forest Elephant found in central/western Africa. She begins by discussing her early work in Tanzania helping farmers protect their crops from elephants by using “beehive fences” and hot chili peppers. She then goes into the differences between Forest Elephants and Savanna Elephants and why they should be considered a separate species. She then discusses her upcoming work in Africa and gives words of advice for anyone wanting to follow their passion and dreams.

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Episode #85: Leopard Seals w/ Dr. Doug Krause

These photos were taken in accordance with Marine Mammal Protection Act Permit No: 20599

These photos were taken in accordance with Marine Mammal Protection Act Permit No: 20599

In this episode, I interview NOAA scientist and Leopard Seal researcher, Dr. Doug Krause. He specializes in predator/prey interactions of Antarctic species, in particular Leopard Seals and Antarctic Fur Seals. During the interview, he explains how new innovative techniques like attaching “critter cams”, have opened up the once private world of the Antarctic’s most elusive predator. Other topics include traveling to Antartica, penguins, and recent findings about Leopard Seal ecology.

For more information, please visit: https://swfsc.noaa.gov/textblock.aspx?id=551&ParentMenuId=42

Leopard Seal vs. Leopard Seal Video: https://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/expedition-raw/00000155-c096-dc79-aff5-e6ff92320000

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Episode #77: Stephanie Arne

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In this episode, I speak with Stephanie Arne. She’s a conservationist, former host of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom web series, and a world traveler. We discuss her many adventures with animals including swimming with crocodiles and sharks and filming with condors. We also touch base on what it’s like bringing animals on TV and what life is like being a minimalist living in a tiny house.

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Episode #75: The Sea Panda

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In this episode, I talk to Dr. Cynthia Smith, the VP and Executive Director of the National Marine Mammal Foundation about the Vaquita, also known as “The Sea Panda”. They are the most endangered marine mammals in the world with only 15 individuals left. It’s not all doom and gloom: We discuss how we can still help save the world’s smallest porpoise.

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Episode #74: Dereck and Beverly Joubert

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In this episode, I interview award-winning filmmakers, National Geographic Explorers, and wildlife conservationists, Dereck and Beverly Joubert.

For more information, please visit: http://www.wildlifefilms.co

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Episode #71: The Crocodile Queen

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In this episode, I interview “Crocodile Queen”, Savannah Boan. She’s the International Ambassador and Crocodilian Enrichment Coordinator for Gatorland in Orlando, Florida. We discuss her passion for crocodilians and how she’s bringing awareness about these misunderstood creatures.

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Episode #70: The Large Carnivore Scientist

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In this episode, I interview Dr. Nick Pilfold, a large carnivore scientist for The San Diego Zoo. Nick studies big cats and bears all around the world. Topics include black leopards, wild dogs, and polar bears!

For more information, please visit: https://institute.sandiegozoo.org/staff/nicholas-pilfold-phd

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