Chimp Crazy Star Tonia Haddix! Monday, September 9th, 2024 | Sarah Fraser

In this episode of The Sarah Fraser Show, I interviewed Tonia Haddix, the star of HBO's documentary "Chimp Crazy." Tonia shared her perspective on the controversial documentary, discussing her deep bond with her chimpanzee, Tonka, and the ethical and legal challenges she faces as an exotic animal owner in Missouri. She revealed how she was misled by the documentary's director, Eric Goode, and his proxy, Dwayne Cunningham, which has led to significant personal and legal repercussions. Tonia also highlighted her background as a nurse and foster mom, emphasizing her caring nature and dedication to the animals. Despite the negative portrayal and threats from animal rights activists, Tonia remains committed to advocating for a more nuanced approach to exotic animal ownership. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Overview of Chimp Crazy 00:15:16 - Misrepresentation in the Documentary (Continued) 00:23:08 - Betrayal by Dwayne Cunningham 00:41:49 - Tonka's Current Situation and Visitation Rights 00:45:08 - Feeding the Chimps McDonald's? Her Makeup, Wigs, Regrets HALLOWEEN SHOW: Tuesday Oct 29, 7pm EDT, Join David Yontef and me for our Virtual Live Podcast Halloween Edition! VIP ticket, Q&A, Halloween costume contest! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/q-a-with-david-yontef-sarah-fraser-halloween-costume-party-edition-tickets-1006324021237?aff=oddtdtcreator Show is sponsored by: Amazfit.com/tsfs a wearable band to help you focus on health and wellness that looks sexy and cute! Get 15% OFF when you use code TSFS Article.com/tsfs for $50 OFF your purchase of $100 or more. Gorgeous furniture, garden, and home decor products that are built to last Field Of Greens use promo code TSFS get 15% OFF your order and FREE rush shipping Honey Play Box adult toys for everyone! Use code TSFS for 20% OFF your order Horizonfibroids.com get rid of those nasty fibroids June’s Journey download this mobile puzzle game app and have fun and solve mysteries Nutrafol.com use code TSFS for FREE shipping and $10 off your subscription Oneskin.co use code TSFS for 15% OFF your fabulous order Taskrabbit.com use promo code TSFS at checkout for 15%. Book taskrabbit for trusted help or home tasks VIIAhemp.com Get you hemp, THC, and non-THC products for anxiety, sleep wellness, and more use code TSFS for 15% off your order Follow me on Instagram/Tiktok: @thesarahfrasershow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices