Episode 118: Marine Iguanas from the Galapagos Isles
This week we jump to the one of the more unique biomes on earth, the Galapagos Islands. There, lives the world’s only marine living lizard. They are absolutely unique on how they live alongside and survive in the ocean. The Galapagos hosts some incredibly unique creatures and the Marine Iguana is our first foray there. Patreon: Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. For one cup of good coffee a month you can support your favorite podcast and give back to conservation. We also offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. We just released our Sperm Whale episode for our Patreon supports, with more content on its way. We also donate portions of what we raise to a conservation organization each month. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Sep 20191h 22min
Episode 117 Nuts about Indian Giant Squirrels
The Indian Giant Squirrel is not only one of the largest squirrels on Earth, they are also one of the most colorful mammals in existence. In truth, squirrels are quite fascinating and are critical components for a healthy ecosystem. This week we dive into the world of these incredible rodents and hope to give you a new appreciation for our furry neighbors. Patreon: Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. We just released our Sperm Whale episode for our Patreon supports, with more content on its way. We also donate portions of what we raise to a conservation organization each month. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 Sep 20191h 13min
Episode 115: A Treasure, the Golden Lion Tamarin
The Golden Lion Tamarin is a small primate from Brazil that nearly went extinct. They are one of conservations great success stories, as they were brought back from the brink. As the rainforests of South America continue to be a critical hotspot for conservation, we turn our attention there to talk about the Golden Lion Tamarins and their struggles to survive. Patreon: Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. We just released our Sperm Whale episode for our Patreon supports, with more content on its way. We also donate portions of what we raise to a conservation organization each month. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Sep 20191h 10min
Episode 114: Filmmakers of Violet is Blue: A Tale of Gibbons and Guardians
This week we are joined by the Filmmakers of Violet is Blue: A Tale of Gibbons and Guardians. While the gibbons are the stars of this award-winning film, it does shows just how much sacrifice people make in fighting for the conservation of endangered species. We are joined with Emmy-Award winning Director Alex Azmi, Producer Michael Thau and the Director of the Gibbon Conservation Center Gabi Skollar. You can check the film's website to see when and where it will be showing. The films website can be accessed HERE Show notes are HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Sep 201956min
Episode 113: Gibbons, their Songs are Fading Fast
Not many are aware that Gibbons are a lesser ape, and one of our closest relatives’ outsides the great apes. These awe-inspiring primates live-in Southeast Asia and every single species is now under threat of extinction. Not only do they have some radical physiology, their behavior, especially the singing of their songs, will win your heart. In this episode we talk about the critically endangered Northern White Cheeked Gibbon, and cover much about their other gibbon relatives. Patreon: Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. We just released our Sperm Whale episode for our Patreon supports, with more content on its way. We also donate portions of what we raise to a conservation organization each month. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Sep 20191h 23min
Episode 112: Shark Research w/Chris Fischer, Founder of OCEARCH
This week we are joined with OCEARCH founder, expedition leader and visionary Chris Fischer. He gives a fascinating interview on the research he is conducting in not only sharks, but many oceanic species. He details his current efforts with OCEARCH and gives incredible insight into the state of our oceans and the many species within. Please follow OCEARCH at ocearch.org Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 Aug 20191h 2min
Episode 111: Revere, Not Fear, The Great White Shark
By far the most iconic fish, the Great White Shark, was made a legend by the movie Jaws. Yet, it was a play on the strongest human emotion, fear, that made this creature on of the most infamous of modern time. This week we jump into it with Great Whites and put to rest their fearsome reputation. This largest predatory fish has some incredible history and physiology, and this episode is not one to miss. Patreon: Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. We just released our Sperm Whale episode for our Patreon supports, with more content on its way. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 Aug 20191h 28min
Episode 110: Wolves and the Endangered Species Act w/Corbin Maxey
In this episode we were invited on the Animals to the Max Podcast with Corbin Maxey to discuss the controversial issue with wolves and wolf hunting here in the United States. It was a timely discussion as the next day, the Trump Administration announced sweeping changes to the Endangered Species Act here in the United States, which if implemented can have devastating affects on wolves. Patreon Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 Aug 20191h 34min
