Animals To The Max Podcast

In this episode, we learn ALL ABOUT hummingbirds with naturalist, John Pollpeter. John is a lead naturalist at the Woodlands Nature Station at Friends Of Land Between The Lakes. Your mind will be BLOWN learning all about these birds!

Learn more about the Woodlands Nature Station: https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/seendo/attractions/nature-station/

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In this episode, I speak to wolf biologist and author of the new book, Restoring Balance: What Wolves Tell Us About Our Relationship With Nature, John Vucetich. John has been studying wolves and the predator/prey relationship with moose in Isle Royale for 25 years. With recent efforts to end protections for the Gray Wolf in the lower 48, John goes into why the science and data doesn’t back wolf hunting. We also discuss how to have a civil discussion with someone who is anti-wolf and why the Biden administration isn’t stepping in to protect the Gray Wolf.

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In this special edition episode, I chat with Zoo Miami Spokesperson and Communication Director, Ron Magill. Ron has been working at Zoo Miami for over 40 years and has seen his fair share of natural disasters. In the wake of Hurricane Ida and recent news of Hurricane Larry, the question needs to be asked…How Do Zoos Prepare For Natural Disasters like Hurricanes? Ron shares his insight and recalls when Zoo Miami was hit by Hurricane Andrew in 1992. He relives the terrifying time and talks about what they learned and how the zoo as a whole could be more prepared for future disasters. This is a MUST LISTEN for any animal care keeper preparing for a natural disaster!

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In this episode, I invite back show favorite, Savannah Boan from Gatorland! Savanah is a crocodilian expert and international ambassador at Gatorland Global. In the interview, we discuss alligators and crocodiles. Topics include the differences between feeding a crocodile vs. an alligator, close calls while working with crocs, and her thoughts on whether or not I should introduce my two alligators, Soni and Chompers.

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In this episode, I sit-down with senior zookeeper Jason Castro. Jason is currently a senior keeper at the Bronx Zoo in New York City. Jason talks about his journey becoming a keeper and some of the amazing animals he has been able to work with. Other topics include being a keeper during the pandemic, tips on how to become a zookeeper, and his work with an emu named “Kevin”!

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In this episode, I talk with animal care professional, Tiffany, AKA Hunt For A Keeper. She discusses compassion fatigue in the animal care world and how it needs to be addressed. She talks about symptoms and how you can deal with compassion fatigue. We also talk about what it’s like being a zookeeper and some of the harsh realities like the low pay and struggle to find personal and work life balance. This is a MUST-LISTEN!

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Self assessment:

http://transitionalsupport.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/ProQOL_5_English_Self-Score_3-2012.pdf

How to prevent:

https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/the-cost-of-caring-10-ways-to-prevent-compassion-fatigue-0209167?fbclid=IwAR2mTVqY7smYRgu2PTnRabhlcOs17yxMwTgQ-lEOjtgqAX7K2A7T9Oa2_1w

https://thewellnesssociety.org/how-to-deal-with-compassion-fatigue-3-mindset-shifts-to-help-you-feel-better/?fbclid=IwAR25-Eb6HukmHKmmejji-Lat94njM29PlA0BwdT09FFRy7fQO_u12ouskBc

More general info on what it is:

https://youtu.be/v-4m35Gixno

Zookeeper Mental Health Support:

https://zoomentalhealthsupport.com

Facebook support group for Animal Care Professionals (offers a lot of workshops, podcasts, books…etc): https://www.facebook.com/groups/CompassionAwareness/?ref=share

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In this episode, I interview Aquatic Biologist and Executive Director of the Save The Manatee Club, Patrick Rose. Patrick talks about Florida’s manatees and why they are currently in trouble. Topics include sea grass loss, swimming with manatees, manatees in zoos, and why manatees truly are the “canaries in the coal mine”.

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In this episode, I chat with shark researcher John Chisholm. John has been studying sharks for over 30 years. Topics include White Shark sightings off the coast of Massachusetts, how to coexist with sharks, and how to survive a shark attack!

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In this episode, I sit-down with the author of The American Serengeti, Dan Flores. Dan recalls what the Great Plains once was and all the abundance of wildlife. Animals discussed include bison, wolves, grizzly bears, pronghorns, and wild horses!

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In this BONUS Patron-Only Episode, I speak with former marine mammal trainer Rachel who started working at SeaWorld right after the release of the controversial film “Blackfish”. Rachel gives her take on the film, what it was REALLY like working at SeaWorld, and her thoughts to naysayers.

Listen to Rachel on Episode 180 ‘Gorilla Keeper’

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