All Creatures Podcast
The mission of the All Creatures Podcast is to educate listeners on the diverse animals that share our planet. We are in the midst of the Earth’s Six Mass Extinction and many animals need our help if they are to survive.Each week we will discuss a new species, conduct interviews with conservation experts from around the globe, and discuss recent conservation news.
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Episode 104: In the Pacific, Gecko Defies Gravity
This week we cover another reptile, an endangered species, the Pacific Gecko. Native to New Zealand, this lizard species is making a comeback. Through the efforts of the New Zealand government, the Pacific Gecko is recovering. Geckos are incredible anima...
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Episode 103: Relocation of 24 Lions w/Ivan Carter
Ivan Carter was involved in the World's largest relocation of lions ever attempted. In 2018, twenty four lions, 6 males and 18 females, were transported via plane from South Africa to the Marromeu National Reserve in Mozambique. Ivan discusses why and ho...
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Episode 102: Speedsters, the Cheetah
A beloved cat, the cheetah has adapted to survive in the wilds of Africa. This was our first Patreon only episode and we wanted to release it to the general public to get an idea of the quality of episodes we produce for our Patreon only subscribers. Eac...
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Episode 101: There be Dragons, on Komodo Isle
This week we cover the largest lizard on the planet. The Komodo Dragon. Native to Indonesia, these large reptiles are in danger. With less than 6,000 left they need our help. These are incredible reptiles that have evolved over millions of years and have...
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Episode 100: Where We've Been, Where We're Going
Join us for a recap of our first 100 episodes. We have learned so much studying the 70 species we have covered so far. We also have been fortunate to speak to so many incredible Conservation Heroes from around the World. This is a look back at our humble...
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Episode 99: Octonation with Warren K. Carlyle IV
Warren K. Carlyle IV is the founder of the World's largest Octopus fan club, Octonation. Within a few short years Warren has brought together thousands upon thousands of people together to learn and celebrate one of the Earth's most unique and amazing cr...
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Episode 98: From Another World, the Blue Ring O...
One of the deadliest animals on the planet, the Blue Ring Octopus’s venom is enough to kill 26 adults. However, this small and extremely shy animal should not be feared. Rather, it should be revered and loved, with its incredible physiology and survival ...
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Episode 97: Orca Culture & Behavior, Part II
This week is a continuation of our Episode 95: Awed by Orcas. Here we go into more detail on the concept that Orcas have developed culture. We also go into depth of the different hunting behaviors of the various ecotypes of Orcas.
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Episode 95: Awed by Orcas, Part I
By far this is one of the most incredible species we have covered to date. The Orca (Orcinus orca) is a favorite of many throughout the world, but just how amazing they are will astound you. This will be a 2-part podcast because these animals deserve it....
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Episode 94: Koala Team from the San Diego Zoo
This week we were very fortunate to talk everything Koala from the team that cares for them at the San Diego Zoo. We were joined by team members Candis Malcolm, Lindsey King and Jennifer Roesler. The team discusses how they care about these animals and h...
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Episode 93: Koalas are Krashing
Disturbing reports out of Australia are claiming the Koala, one of its most iconic animals, is now functionally extinct in the wild. The Koala is just another species suffering with a dramatically changing climate and coupled with habitat destruction, th...
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Episode 92: Carolina Tiger Rescue w/Katie Cannon
Katie Cannon is the education director of Carolina Tiger Rescue, North Carolina’s only federally accredited wild cat sanctuary. A federally accredited sanctuary means Carolina Tiger Rescue is a 501-c3 non-profit; it does not buy, sell, or trade any of it...
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Episode 91: A Masterpiece, the African Painted Dog
The African Painted Dog, or African Wild Dog, is heading towards extinction. Human pressure has fragmented this species into 39 small pockets throughout Africa. One of the most endearing animals, African Painted Dogs are incredibly intelligent and exhibi...
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Episode 90: Big, Bold, Bison
This week we discuss the national animal of the United States, the American Bison. We also touch upon its closely related cousin, the European Bison. Once numbering in the millions, the American Bison was reduced to just under 350 animals in the United S...
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Episode 89: Cost of the Human Wildlife Conflict...
We were very fortunate to speak with author Bryce Andrews. His recent book Down From the Mountain, the Life and Death of a Grizzly Bear was recently released and it is so well written, and paints a clear picture of the issues grizzly bears are facing in ...
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Episode 88: Our Grand Episode on Grizzly Bears
An icon in the American west, the Grizzly Bear once numbering in the hundreds of thousands, are now down to less than 1800 animals in the United States. An apex predator, misunderstood by so many, and have much to teach us about just how important they a...
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Episode 87: Royalty of Antarctica, Emperor Peng...
This is an extended episode to discuss one of the World’s most favorite animals, the Emperor Penguin. Famous for their incredible charisma and featured in many movies, Emperor Penguins survive in the harshest environment on Earth. Listen to learn more ab...
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Episode 86: Humor & Conservation with Rob Lang,...
Rob Lang is an incredibly talented artist who is devoting his life to raising awareness about animal conservation. He is the sole artist for his Underdone Comics and his work needs to be seen to be appreciated.
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Episode 85: Tigers, Vanishing from Existence Pa...
It is time to take action for not only Tigers, but for all the species we share our planet with. Tigers continue to struggle to survive in minuscule ranges across Asia. In this episode we go into more detail on Tiger physiology, behavior, reproduction an...
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Episode 84: WWF Tiger Specialist Dr. Sunarto
Sunarto has gained field experiences studying and conserving wildlife, including Sumatran tigers, Sumatran elephants, rhinos, orangutans, bears and birds, in various places in Indonesia and abroad. Sunarto and his team published his research findings in ...
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Episode 83: Tigers, Vanishing from Existence Pa...
One of the most iconic species on the planet, the Tiger, continues to suffer. With less than 4000 animals left in the wild, action is needed if these majestic large cats are to survive. This week we discuss Tiger’s current status, all of the subspecies, ...
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Episode 82: Mammoths of the Sea, the Elephant Seal
Elephant Seals are the largest seal, or pinniped, on Earth. Once almost hunted to extinction, Elephant Seals populations have grown over the last century, but are still at risk due to the increased pollution and exploitation of the world’s oceans. They a...
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Episode 81: Saiga Struggling to Survive
The critically-endangered Saiga antelope has been on the brink of extinction many times. Today, this relic from the Ice Age is still in danger of being lost forever. Their story is a warning to us about all the other species suffering from similar fates....
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Episode 80: Zoos Matter, Aquariums Matter, Anim...
This is a special episode with invited guest Corbin Maxey from Animals to the Max.In this episode we discuss the current role zoos, aquariums, and even in Corbin's field of animals used for education in the entertainment industry, and why they are so cri...
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Episode 79: Cassowary, Called a Living Dinosaur
One of the largest birds on Earth, the Cassowary is a flagship species for the rain forests in which they live. Impressive animals that serve a critical ecological role to both Australia and Papua New Guinea.
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