Episode #27: Saving Vultures

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In this episode, I interview my good friend, Dr. Munir Virani. He's the Vice President for Conservation Strategy and External Affairs at The Peregrine Fund. We discuss Asian and African Vultures and why they are considered one of the most threatened groups of animals on the planet. Threats we cover include human/animal conflict, poisoning, poaching, and use on the black market. Dr. Virani also recounts his terrifying encounters with lions and a lone buffalo. 

For more information, please visit http://www.peregrinefund.org

Dr. Virani's TED Talk "Why I Love Vultures" https://www.ted.com/talks/munir_virani_why_i_love_vultures

Dr. Virani and Corbin Maxey's "Through The Eyes Of A Vulture" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HB-0vq8BN_c

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Episode #26: Sea Lions

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In this episode, I talk with sea lion keeper and trainer Sam Fantuzzi from The Turtle Back Zoo. We discuss her early beginnings training marine mammals and what led her to her dream job. 

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Episode #25: Dinosaurs with Dr. Scott

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In this episode, I interview Dr. Scott Sampson from the popular PBS Kids "Dinosaur Train" program. We talk about his early beginnings and how that led him to become a paleontologist. We then touch base on the dinosaurs he's discovered and common misconceptions people have about them. We also talk about how he brought his passion for nature and paleontology to television audiences around the world. For more info on Dr. Scott please visit his website: http://www.scottsampson.net 

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Episode #24: Strange Animals

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In this episode, I speak to Kate Shaw, the host of the very popular Strange Animals Podcast. We discuss some of cryptozoology's most famous animals including Big Foot, the Yeti, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Chupacabra. We then cover extinct animals including the Tasmanian Tiger, the Passenger Pigeon, the Ivory-billed Woodpecker, the Dodo, the Wooly Mammoth, and the Irish Elk. Check out the Strange Animals Podcast: http://strangeanimalspodcast.com/

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Episode #21: Sea Turtle Second Chance Program

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In this episode, I speak to Josie from The Sea Turtle Second Chance Program at The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. We discuss sea turtle "cold stunning" and other obstacles they face out in the wild. We then talk about their rescue and rehabilitation program with the end goal of releasing them back into the wild. Learn more http://www.pittsburghzoo.org

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Episode #20: Vet Q&A

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In this special edition of Animals To The Max, I interview my good friend, and longtime veterinarian, Dr. Mike Koob from The Idaho Humane Society. We answer submitted questions about your pets and their veterinary care. Topics include the safest way to treat fleas, the side effects of Predisone, heartworms, frisky cats, crate training, vaccines, spaying and neutering, effects of raw food diets, behavioral problems, and bully breeds. 

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