60 acast.com The Animal Nerd Podcast https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast en Graham Carrington Pets,Animals,Pet,Nature,Conservation,Stories,True stories The Little Rescue Zoo The weekly celebration of animals and the humans who love them!

Join me each week (and sometimes twice a week!) as we deep-dive into incredible true stories from across the world and throughout history. Sometimes it's cute and wholesome, other times educational, and, frankly, sometimes the stories we cover are downright heart-breaking. But I promise you it's always a good time! Whether you want to discover forgotten stories from history, learn about science & conservation, dive into a spooky unsolved mystery, or just listen to some light-hearted animal tales, if you're an animal lover you'll find something for you here!

Plus, 100% of money made through this podcast goes directly to animal sanctuary The Little Rescue Zoo, so just by listening to the show, you're also helping us to rescue animals in need, which is pretty cool (if I do say so myself!)

If you'd rather get your podcast fix in the form of video essays, then check out my YouTube channel, Eutierria

This podcast, like all of my content, is proudly 100% AI-free

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]]> The weekly celebration of animals and the humans who love them!

Join me each week (and sometimes twice a week!) as we deep-dive into incredible true stories from across the world and throughout history. Sometimes it's cute and wholesome, other times educational, and, frankly, sometimes the stories we cover are downright heart-breaking. But I promise you it's always a good time! Whether you want to discover forgotten stories from history, learn about science & conservation, dive into a spooky unsolved mystery, or just listen to some light-hearted animal tales, if you're an animal lover you'll find something for you here!

Plus, 100% of money made through this podcast goes directly to animal sanctuary The Little Rescue Zoo, so just by listening to the show, you're also helping us to rescue animals in need, which is pretty cool (if I do say so myself!)

If you'd rather get your podcast fix in the form of video essays, then check out my YouTube channel, Eutierria

This podcast, like all of my content, is proudly 100% AI-free

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> false Phoenix info+6a170d3cc92816b544317334@mg-eu.acast.com 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-animal-nerd-podcast episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1779895189559-96abdf1c-2efe-4396-bc5a-67aaf6ad6ff1.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast The Animal Nerd Podcast Meet Thomas, the bisexual polyamorous goose Meet Thomas, the bisexual polyamorous goose Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT 20:18 6a9ab643d024784c9976c19c false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/meet-thomas-the-bisexual-polyamorous-goose 6a9ab643d024784c9976c19c 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 meet-thomas-the-bisexual-polyamorous-goose 2025 Pride Month Special! full 44 Thomas was a feral goose living in New Zealand, who initially made headlines when people realised that he had chosen a black swan as his mate. Their interspecies relationship alone would have been enough to garner attention, but when their fans realised that they were also both males, Thomas and his husband Henry were skyrocketed to international stardom. But it wasn't until a second black swan arrived at the scene and turned Henry's head that the real drama started to go down...

Honestly, this story has got to be one of my all-time favourites! And if you need a wholesome tale as a little pick-me-up, then I'm sure you'll love it too! Thomas is the kind of queer hero we all need in our lives.


Original air date: 17th June 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jxIgozTzbKLz30VbCy5WbOVFyaCCm68mX9TcKaVbPm8/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> Thomas was a feral goose living in New Zealand, who initially made headlines when people realised that he had chosen a black swan as his mate. Their interspecies relationship alone would have been enough to garner attention, but when their fans realised that they were also both males, Thomas and his husband Henry were skyrocketed to international stardom. But it wasn't until a second black swan arrived at the scene and turned Henry's head that the real drama started to go down...

Honestly, this story has got to be one of my all-time favourites! And if you need a wholesome tale as a little pick-me-up, then I'm sure you'll love it too! Thomas is the kind of queer hero we all need in our lives.


Original air date: 17th June 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jxIgozTzbKLz30VbCy5WbOVFyaCCm68mX9TcKaVbPm8/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> <![CDATA[Europe's most controversial donkey rescue]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT 17:08 6a999a9dbe9805796112e838 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/europes-most-controversial-donkey-rescue 6a999a9dbe9805796112e838 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 europes-most-controversial-donkey-rescue The Blackie saga full 43 One day, Blackie the donkey was living a quiet, unsuspecting life in rural Spain. The next, he found himself at the centre of an international rescue mission which included underhand journalism tactics, decades of campaigning, and a fierce debate about the intersection of tradition and animal welfare that still rages on to this day. So sit back and relax (as much as you can) as we dive deep into this complicated (and controversial!) story.


Original air date: 3rd June 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rf4s689AVXWQl5dr58Eky5PVrm4Vg8F3HtECv-U4pvY/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> One day, Blackie the donkey was living a quiet, unsuspecting life in rural Spain. The next, he found himself at the centre of an international rescue mission which included underhand journalism tactics, decades of campaigning, and a fierce debate about the intersection of tradition and animal welfare that still rages on to this day. So sit back and relax (as much as you can) as we dive deep into this complicated (and controversial!) story.


Original air date: 3rd June 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rf4s689AVXWQl5dr58Eky5PVrm4Vg8F3HtECv-U4pvY/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> That time they found a wild hippo in Leeds That time they found a wild hippo in Leeds Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT 11:45 6a999990a389b713aee0e0b9 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/that-time-they-found-a-wild-hippo-in-leeds 6a999990a389b713aee0e0b9 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 that-time-they-found-a-wild-hippo-in-leeds The Armley hippo full 42 When you imagine the kind of wildlife native to Yorkshire, hippopotamuses are probably not the first species that spring to mind. And, sure, these days if you go for a stroll through the Dales you're definitely not going to run into one of them. But prior to the last ice age, they were actually a common sight across much of the UK, and so it's not as uncommon as you'd think for their fossilised remains to be dug up by archaeologists - and that's how the skeleton now known as the Armley or Leeds hippo was first found. And, look, I know an entire podcast episode about a collection of old bones doesn't sound very exciting (I mean, it's not even a full skeleton! Just a partial one!), but I promise this story is a lot more interesting than you might think.


Original air date: 13th May 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nYM8ykaz-Yf39hQoXacyCf8036flPy1CyqxH2jMoliQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> When you imagine the kind of wildlife native to Yorkshire, hippopotamuses are probably not the first species that spring to mind. And, sure, these days if you go for a stroll through the Dales you're definitely not going to run into one of them. But prior to the last ice age, they were actually a common sight across much of the UK, and so it's not as uncommon as you'd think for their fossilised remains to be dug up by archaeologists - and that's how the skeleton now known as the Armley or Leeds hippo was first found. And, look, I know an entire podcast episode about a collection of old bones doesn't sound very exciting (I mean, it's not even a full skeleton! Just a partial one!), but I promise this story is a lot more interesting than you might think.


Original air date: 13th May 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nYM8ykaz-Yf39hQoXacyCf8036flPy1CyqxH2jMoliQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Lies, hypocrisy, and nuance - the complicated legacy of the Silver Springs monkeys Lies, hypocrisy, and nuance - the complicated legacy of the Silver Springs monkeys Mon, 05 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT 57:05 6a999571054653259aee8b26 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/lies-hypocrisy-and-nuance-the-complicated-legacy-of-the-silv 6a999571054653259aee8b26 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 lies-hypocrisy-and-nuance-the-complicated-legacy-of-the-silv full 41 In the early 1980s, the case of the Silver Springs monkeys - seventeen macaques rescued from a medical research laboratory in Maryland - became one of the highest-profile animal rights cases in American history. It sparked widespread conversations on the ethics of animal experimentation and skyrocketed People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) into the global spotlight. Despite being a landmark case in the fight for a kinder world to animals, the truth of this story is a lot more nuanced and infinitely more complicated than the commonly-told version, and today we're diving into all of that.


Original air date: 2nd May 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fOfShShNWbIYg2n1XxIF1HZbu8EPIZ9zVvQ_yotOSS0/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In the early 1980s, the case of the Silver Springs monkeys - seventeen macaques rescued from a medical research laboratory in Maryland - became one of the highest-profile animal rights cases in American history. It sparked widespread conversations on the ethics of animal experimentation and skyrocketed People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) into the global spotlight. Despite being a landmark case in the fight for a kinder world to animals, the truth of this story is a lot more nuanced and infinitely more complicated than the commonly-told version, and today we're diving into all of that.


Original air date: 2nd May 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fOfShShNWbIYg2n1XxIF1HZbu8EPIZ9zVvQ_yotOSS0/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[The most famous dog you've never heard of]]> Thu, 01 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT 9:58 6a99946b054653259aee2a6e false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-most-famous-dog-youve-never-heard-of 6a99946b054653259aee2a6e 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-most-famous-dog-youve-never-heard-of full 40 In the early 20th century, a wire-haired fox terrier named Caesar became the most famous dog in Europe after he took pride of place in the funeral procession of his owner, King Edward VII of England, but in the 100+ years since then he's been forgotten... until now!


"Where's Master? By Caesar the King's Dog" full audiobook:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wILLCkJ4lzc



Original air date: 15th April 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DLANfvJh3OspuYZQO501MW1_Rq63KX5krMa9bjhbwR4/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In the early 20th century, a wire-haired fox terrier named Caesar became the most famous dog in Europe after he took pride of place in the funeral procession of his owner, King Edward VII of England, but in the 100+ years since then he's been forgotten... until now!


"Where's Master? By Caesar the King's Dog" full audiobook:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wILLCkJ4lzc



Original air date: 15th April 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DLANfvJh3OspuYZQO501MW1_Rq63KX5krMa9bjhbwR4/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[Beyond Cher: the true story of the world's loneliest elephant]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT 30:20 6a99931ae7a9fe247873c67d false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/beyond-cher-the-true-story-of-the-worlds-loneliest-elephant 6a99931ae7a9fe247873c67d 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 beyond-cher-the-true-story-of-the-worlds-loneliest-elephant full 39 The rescue of Kaavan the Asian elephant - nicknamed 'the loneliest elephant in the world' - made headlines around the globe when American superstar Cher backed the campaign to free him. But there is so much more to this incredible story than that, and today we're taking a deep dive into the full life story of Kaavan, from his birth in the rainforests of Sri Lanka to his life now in a Cambodian sanctuary, the inspiring tale of his rescue, and the legacy his case has left behind.


Original air date: 8th April 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WKW4ybjcadpgLl-mZZGBHSYYTZMfe7bfg96jLH-n9hw/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The rescue of Kaavan the Asian elephant - nicknamed 'the loneliest elephant in the world' - made headlines around the globe when American superstar Cher backed the campaign to free him. But there is so much more to this incredible story than that, and today we're taking a deep dive into the full life story of Kaavan, from his birth in the rainforests of Sri Lanka to his life now in a Cambodian sanctuary, the inspiring tale of his rescue, and the legacy his case has left behind.


Original air date: 8th April 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WKW4ybjcadpgLl-mZZGBHSYYTZMfe7bfg96jLH-n9hw/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The Slippery Saga The Slippery Saga Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT 18:40 6a999272e7a9fe2478737630 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-slippery-saga 6a999272e7a9fe2478737630 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-slippery-saga full 38 70-odd years ago, Slippery the sea lion (often misdescribed as a seal) escaped from his pool at Storybook Park in Ontario, swimming downstream and crossing the border into the United States, where he would go on to cause an international incident. Or did he? Turns out there's more to this story than meets the eye!


Original air date:

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BP23hYFIolLBemsk382kTikyg8WDBinTq83ZuO1gsJI/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> 70-odd years ago, Slippery the sea lion (often misdescribed as a seal) escaped from his pool at Storybook Park in Ontario, swimming downstream and crossing the border into the United States, where he would go on to cause an international incident. Or did he? Turns out there's more to this story than meets the eye!


Original air date:

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BP23hYFIolLBemsk382kTikyg8WDBinTq83ZuO1gsJI/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[Lil Bub's Big Life]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT 23:45 6a9990c1be980579610f43e7 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/lil-bubs-big-life 6a9990c1be980579610f43e7 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 lil-bubs-big-life full 37 In the 2010s, Lil Bub's adorable face was inescapable. But how much do you really know about this amazing little cat? In this episode of The Animal Nerd Podcast, we delve into her story, from her humble beginnings as a feral kitten rescued from a tool shed to her incredible career as a celebrity, to the beautiful legacy she's left behind.

If you'd like to support Lil Bub's legacy:

lilbub.com/

store.lilbub.com/

goodjobbub.org/


Original air date: 11th March 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CBM5xizxyJxLKz2rWDQ2vDy5sT78rngMVZMRF_1n-eQ/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> In the 2010s, Lil Bub's adorable face was inescapable. But how much do you really know about this amazing little cat? In this episode of The Animal Nerd Podcast, we delve into her story, from her humble beginnings as a feral kitten rescued from a tool shed to her incredible career as a celebrity, to the beautiful legacy she's left behind.

If you'd like to support Lil Bub's legacy:

lilbub.com/

store.lilbub.com/

goodjobbub.org/


Original air date: 11th March 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CBM5xizxyJxLKz2rWDQ2vDy5sT78rngMVZMRF_1n-eQ/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> Petra and the Pedal Boat - the greatest love story ever told Petra and the Pedal Boat - the greatest love story ever told Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT 8:31 6a998fc9809ae7c2f452ad7a false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/petra-and-the-pedal-boat-the-greatest-love-story-ever-told 6a998fc9809ae7c2f452ad7a 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 petra-and-the-pedal-boat-the-greatest-love-story-ever-told full 36 As soon as I heard the story of Petra the swan and her pedalo partner, I just knew I had to use it as a Valentine's special (which this originally was!). I hope you find them as adorable a couple as I did!


Original air date: 14th February 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cXaiBu8_vZo0erG6-ewuR81laTlUaA7Rd5FTs7jnHeU/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> As soon as I heard the story of Petra the swan and her pedalo partner, I just knew I had to use it as a Valentine's special (which this originally was!). I hope you find them as adorable a couple as I did!


Original air date: 14th February 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cXaiBu8_vZo0erG6-ewuR81laTlUaA7Rd5FTs7jnHeU/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> How do you help a bald penguin? How do you help a bald penguin? Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT 11:03 6a998ec2e7a9fe24787144e5 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/how-do-you-help-a-bald-penguin 6a998ec2e7a9fe24787144e5 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 how-do-you-help-a-bald-penguin full 35 When Pierre, an elderly penguin living at a Californian research institute, began to go bald, his caretakers were left scratching their heads. Not only did they not know what was causing his sudden feather loss, they also didn't have a clue how to help him. But with some creative thinking and shared expertise, staff came up with an ingenious solution - that also turned this critically endangered Cape penguin into a fashion icon!


Original air date: 11th February 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

Coming soon!

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]]> When Pierre, an elderly penguin living at a Californian research institute, began to go bald, his caretakers were left scratching their heads. Not only did they not know what was causing his sudden feather loss, they also didn't have a clue how to help him. But with some creative thinking and shared expertise, staff came up with an ingenious solution - that also turned this critically endangered Cape penguin into a fashion icon!


Original air date: 11th February 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

Coming soon!

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]]> Meet the rescue dog who helped save endangered animals Meet the rescue dog who helped save endangered animals Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT 10:13 6a998d0ca389b713aedc51ca false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/meet-the-rescue-dog-who-helped-save-endangered-animals 6a998d0ca389b713aedc51ca 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 meet-the-rescue-dog-who-helped-save-endangered-animals full 33 This week in the Animal Nerd Podcast we explore the incredible true story of Tucker, a rescue dog who went from a homeless stray to a real-life hero, helping conservationists study and protect some of the world's most amazing - and endangered - wild animals.


Original air date: 4th February 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YgtGtO9rLWziIRNZhVM3wESepzAf8iE2R7iR99Wjrlg/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> This week in the Animal Nerd Podcast we explore the incredible true story of Tucker, a rescue dog who went from a homeless stray to a real-life hero, helping conservationists study and protect some of the world's most amazing - and endangered - wild animals.


Original air date: 4th February 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YgtGtO9rLWziIRNZhVM3wESepzAf8iE2R7iR99Wjrlg/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[Meet Europe's Most Controversial Bear]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT 19:26 6a998c0e809ae7c2f450ad07 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/meet-europes-most-controversial-bear 6a998c0e809ae7c2f450ad07 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 meet-europes-most-controversial-bear full 32 In 2006, Bear JJ1 - later nicknamed Bruno the Bear - became the first of his kind to set foot in Germany since the 19th century. Beloved by some and reviled by others, he soon became a controversial figure in his new homeland, triggering passionate debate across Europe - and even some international disputes!


Original air date: 28th January 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iWk1pUOWZvoGGCzkDfXiTnulz9P4865xx9WwzmHyUQ4/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In 2006, Bear JJ1 - later nicknamed Bruno the Bear - became the first of his kind to set foot in Germany since the 19th century. Beloved by some and reviled by others, he soon became a controversial figure in his new homeland, triggering passionate debate across Europe - and even some international disputes!


Original air date: 28th January 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iWk1pUOWZvoGGCzkDfXiTnulz9P4865xx9WwzmHyUQ4/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> How the Tamworth Two escaped their fate How the Tamworth Two escaped their fate Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT 16:13 6a20616d5ef62e6e7e7c8cdc false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/how-the-tamworth-two-escaped-their-fate 6a20616d5ef62e6e7e7c8cdc 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 how-the-tamworth-two-escaped-their-fate full 31 One day, Sundance and Butch were just two piglets on their way to be made into bacon. The next, they were fugitives on the run at the centre of an international media frenzy. The story of the Tamworth Two would become legend, but there is so much more to this tale than just some a couple of renegade pigs, and it's a story that I've been obsessed with my entire life - so of course I had to use my birthday as an excuse to deep dive into it! It's my gift to myself - and hopefully to all of you, too! Hope you enjoy! x


Original air date: 14th January 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/18WobS9M0sk8nO0Gon-wa3T4lqziVfC85q8pfvXbcIx8/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> One day, Sundance and Butch were just two piglets on their way to be made into bacon. The next, they were fugitives on the run at the centre of an international media frenzy. The story of the Tamworth Two would become legend, but there is so much more to this tale than just some a couple of renegade pigs, and it's a story that I've been obsessed with my entire life - so of course I had to use my birthday as an excuse to deep dive into it! It's my gift to myself - and hopefully to all of you, too! Hope you enjoy! x


Original air date: 14th January 2025

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/18WobS9M0sk8nO0Gon-wa3T4lqziVfC85q8pfvXbcIx8/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> How love saved the life of a two-legged calf How love saved the life of a two-legged calf Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT 9:09 6a205fdb01be5cffcd382b38 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/how-love-saved-the-life-of-a-two-legged-calf 6a205fdb01be5cffcd382b38 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 how-love-saved-the-life-of-a-two-legged-calf full 30 Meadow was only a baby when she lost both of her hind legs to frostbite. She could have so easily succumbed to her injuries, and most people wouldn't have even thought to give her a chance. But she was lucky enough to be rescued by some incredibly kind humans, who took her in and gave her a second chance at life. But can a cow with such a severe disability live an enjoyable life? You'll have to listen to the episode to find out! 🤭


Original air date: 17th December 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DwxMATCxlyWJo8YeH-GdU-LEvE0f0_LE28x-dzmRMeM/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Meadow was only a baby when she lost both of her hind legs to frostbite. She could have so easily succumbed to her injuries, and most people wouldn't have even thought to give her a chance. But she was lucky enough to be rescued by some incredibly kind humans, who took her in and gave her a second chance at life. But can a cow with such a severe disability live an enjoyable life? You'll have to listen to the episode to find out! 🤭


Original air date: 17th December 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DwxMATCxlyWJo8YeH-GdU-LEvE0f0_LE28x-dzmRMeM/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[How did the world's most famous horse just disappear?]]> Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 28:14 6a205ecaf8e85cfadae0401b false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/how-did-the-worlds-most-famous-horse-just-disappear 6a205ecaf8e85cfadae0401b 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 how-did-the-worlds-most-famous-horse-just-disappear The Shergar mystery full 29 In his lifetime, Shergar the most famous and successful racehorse in the world - so when he was stolen from his stable by a group of masked men armed with machine guns, it naturally sent shockwaves through the equestrian world. In the more than forty years since his abduction, no trace of Shergar has ever been found, and no one has been brought to justice for their role in his theft and presumed killing, and his story has become one of the most infamous unsolved true crime cases in Ireland and the UK.

We may never know the truth about what happened to Shergar, but in the decades since clues have begun to emerge, and they point to a story much darker than a mere case of horse theft. This is a tale of fame, tragedy, and terrorists. Actual, literal terrorists. It's a fascinating and heart-breaking story, and you might want to check out the content warnings in the show notes before you tune in this week!


Original air date: 20th November 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hgYnC0PVngpV9d5ZgywWvtRdZLPPCBmCzuUui-VwsJM/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> In his lifetime, Shergar the most famous and successful racehorse in the world - so when he was stolen from his stable by a group of masked men armed with machine guns, it naturally sent shockwaves through the equestrian world. In the more than forty years since his abduction, no trace of Shergar has ever been found, and no one has been brought to justice for their role in his theft and presumed killing, and his story has become one of the most infamous unsolved true crime cases in Ireland and the UK.

We may never know the truth about what happened to Shergar, but in the decades since clues have begun to emerge, and they point to a story much darker than a mere case of horse theft. This is a tale of fame, tragedy, and terrorists. Actual, literal terrorists. It's a fascinating and heart-breaking story, and you might want to check out the content warnings in the show notes before you tune in this week!


Original air date: 20th November 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hgYnC0PVngpV9d5ZgywWvtRdZLPPCBmCzuUui-VwsJM/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> The wasp that turns cockroaches into zombies The wasp that turns cockroaches into zombies Tue, 25 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 12:48 6a205c883ab59ca4e2b951b4 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-wasp-that-turns-cockroaches-into-zombies 6a205c883ab59ca4e2b951b4 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-wasp-that-turns-cockroaches-into-zombies full 28 Oh, you think normal yellowjacket wasps are creepy? Just you wait until you learn about dementor wasps! These guys don't just sting - oh, no, they inject cockroaches with a mind-altering toxin that turns them into actual literal zombies... and things only get worse from there. Don't say I didn't warn you!


Original air date: 31st October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qcJr6_7on8nO-Vz9P5lZs2k86G4VWxP7qt4oPqQhKMw/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Oh, you think normal yellowjacket wasps are creepy? Just you wait until you learn about dementor wasps! These guys don't just sting - oh, no, they inject cockroaches with a mind-altering toxin that turns them into actual literal zombies... and things only get worse from there. Don't say I didn't warn you!


Original air date: 31st October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qcJr6_7on8nO-Vz9P5lZs2k86G4VWxP7qt4oPqQhKMw/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The terrifying tale of the Cornish owlman The terrifying tale of the Cornish owlman Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 35:22 6a205ba001be5cffcd35efc7 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-terrifying-tale-of-the-cornish-owlman 6a205ba001be5cffcd35efc7 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-terrifying-tale-of-the-cornish-owlman full 27 So you've heard of mothman, right? Of course you have! How could anyone not know and love him? But have you ever heard of his English cousin, the owlman of Mawnan? He may not be as well-known as mothman, but the owlman absolutely terrified me as a child, which is why I had to choose him as our first ever Halloween special topic! And, yes, I am uploading a Halloween episode in August - I'm still re-uploading my back catalogue, hence the weird timing! But even if it's a little out-of-season, I hope you enjoy this episode. It's probably one of my favourites - but then I'm a fan of anything spooky or cryptid-based!


Original air date: 29th October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/19de7MlT4xS2CkKbQcUc-KzwiN-v0tJc47lABtb7obYs/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> So you've heard of mothman, right? Of course you have! How could anyone not know and love him? But have you ever heard of his English cousin, the owlman of Mawnan? He may not be as well-known as mothman, but the owlman absolutely terrified me as a child, which is why I had to choose him as our first ever Halloween special topic! And, yes, I am uploading a Halloween episode in August - I'm still re-uploading my back catalogue, hence the weird timing! But even if it's a little out-of-season, I hope you enjoy this episode. It's probably one of my favourites - but then I'm a fan of anything spooky or cryptid-based!


Original air date: 29th October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/19de7MlT4xS2CkKbQcUc-KzwiN-v0tJc47lABtb7obYs/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> What people get wrong about Dolly the sheep What people get wrong about Dolly the sheep Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 26:12 6a204dd001be5cffcd3053d7 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/what-people-get-wrong-about-dolly-the-sheep 6a204dd001be5cffcd3053d7 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 what-people-get-wrong-about-dolly-the-sheep full 26 Dolly was probably the most famous sheep to have ever lived, but a lot of what we think we know about her is actually untrue. For example, did you know that she actually wasn't the first animal ever to be cloned? She wasn't even the first cloned sheep! So why did she get so much more attention than her predecessors? We dive into all of that in this weeks episode, as well as discussing what she was like as an individual, and the legacy she left behind her in the world of scientific and medical research.


Original air date: 22nd October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dPY8mMMg2EkLHZvxMJKhQrUBdeaJNUTcgk5i5EFihEg/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> Dolly was probably the most famous sheep to have ever lived, but a lot of what we think we know about her is actually untrue. For example, did you know that she actually wasn't the first animal ever to be cloned? She wasn't even the first cloned sheep! So why did she get so much more attention than her predecessors? We dive into all of that in this weeks episode, as well as discussing what she was like as an individual, and the legacy she left behind her in the world of scientific and medical research.


Original air date: 22nd October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dPY8mMMg2EkLHZvxMJKhQrUBdeaJNUTcgk5i5EFihEg/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> The history of the MGM lion The history of the MGM lion Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 20:06 6a204c5601be5cffcd2fd223 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-history-of-the-mgm-lion 6a204c5601be5cffcd2fd223 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-history-of-the-mgm-lion full 25 The MGM lion, nicknamed Leo, must be one of the most recognisable logos and mascots in the world. Generations of moviegoers have grown up watching him herald the start of the newest blockbuster. But have you ever actually wondered who the real lion behind the screen is? Because I have. It turns out that there have actually been a lot of lions featured in the MGM logo over the years, and some of their life stories are beyond belief! Seriously, guys, this is probably one of the most fun episodes I've done in a long time!


Original air date: 15th October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RddgZxazCJUnH84KYHk2EjfakZvJFsiFrbQVLfuDzYU/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The MGM lion, nicknamed Leo, must be one of the most recognisable logos and mascots in the world. Generations of moviegoers have grown up watching him herald the start of the newest blockbuster. But have you ever actually wondered who the real lion behind the screen is? Because I have. It turns out that there have actually been a lot of lions featured in the MGM logo over the years, and some of their life stories are beyond belief! Seriously, guys, this is probably one of the most fun episodes I've done in a long time!


Original air date: 15th October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RddgZxazCJUnH84KYHk2EjfakZvJFsiFrbQVLfuDzYU/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The rescued sea otter who became an online celebrity The rescued sea otter who became an online celebrity Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 22:54 6a20489644a383b494cb5342 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-rescued-sea-otter-who-became-an-online-celebrity 6a20489644a383b494cb5342 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-rescued-sea-otter-who-became-an-online-celebrity full 23 When she was only a baby, Rosa the sea otter was abandoned by her mother. Her life was saved by staff at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, who rescued and rehabilitated her with the hope of one day returning her to the wild. And while she was never able to be released, she would still go on to have a massive impact on helping to save her species, by both serving as a foster mother to other orphaned babies (many of whom were successfully returned to the wild!) and by raising massive amounts of money and awareness for sea otter conservation through her unexpected career as an internet star. It's just as wholesome as it sounds, and I loved getting to share it with you today!


Original air date: 1st October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DaelpyvJFA_2cptObZc1U1FvYk4C238WodA3mnNA8TI/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> When she was only a baby, Rosa the sea otter was abandoned by her mother. Her life was saved by staff at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, who rescued and rehabilitated her with the hope of one day returning her to the wild. And while she was never able to be released, she would still go on to have a massive impact on helping to save her species, by both serving as a foster mother to other orphaned babies (many of whom were successfully returned to the wild!) and by raising massive amounts of money and awareness for sea otter conservation through her unexpected career as an internet star. It's just as wholesome as it sounds, and I loved getting to share it with you today!


Original air date: 1st October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DaelpyvJFA_2cptObZc1U1FvYk4C238WodA3mnNA8TI/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> He was the first ever canine influencer. Then he disappeared. He was the first ever canine influencer. Then he disappeared. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 36:55 6a204b6a01be5cffcd2f8b8e false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/he-was-the-first-ever-canine-influencer-then-he-disappeared 6a204b6a01be5cffcd2f8b8e 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 he-was-the-first-ever-canine-influencer-then-he-disappeared full 24 Revered as the world's most valuable dog, Pulaski's Masterpiece had it all. He was a champion show dog, a successful stud, the mascot of a luxury dog supply shop, a model, a socialite, a celebrity, a TV talk show host, and even an international goodwill ambassador. With a resumé like that, it's not surprise he was considered to be the most famous dog in the world during his lifetime. But that's not what Pulaski's Masterpiece is most remembered for. Instead, his legacy is dominated by the mystery of his disappearance. Despite an extensive police investigation and a high-profile campaign to find him, 70 years on the truth of what happened to him is still unknown. In this weeks episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast, we're diving deep into both Masterpiece's incredible life and the unsolved mystery of his disappearance. Honestly, this episode gets surprisingly true crimey for a podcast about pets!


Original air date: 1st October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZHn4GdMlGtG7aMs95LdQCprOCcOGyHYfJlybdQW9pXo/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Revered as the world's most valuable dog, Pulaski's Masterpiece had it all. He was a champion show dog, a successful stud, the mascot of a luxury dog supply shop, a model, a socialite, a celebrity, a TV talk show host, and even an international goodwill ambassador. With a resumé like that, it's not surprise he was considered to be the most famous dog in the world during his lifetime. But that's not what Pulaski's Masterpiece is most remembered for. Instead, his legacy is dominated by the mystery of his disappearance. Despite an extensive police investigation and a high-profile campaign to find him, 70 years on the truth of what happened to him is still unknown. In this weeks episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast, we're diving deep into both Masterpiece's incredible life and the unsolved mystery of his disappearance. Honestly, this episode gets surprisingly true crimey for a podcast about pets!


Original air date: 1st October 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZHn4GdMlGtG7aMs95LdQCprOCcOGyHYfJlybdQW9pXo/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[Where does the phrase "when pigs fly" actually come from?]]> Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 6:22 6a20471d3ab59ca4e2b1aea9 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/where-does-the-phrase-when-pigs-fly-actually-come-from 6a20471d3ab59ca4e2b1aea9 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 where-does-the-phrase-when-pigs-fly-actually-come-from full 22 In this weeks episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast, we're delving deep into history to try and track down the origin of the phrase "when pigs fly" / "pigs might fly". It's actually been around for a lot longer than you might expect, and has a surprisingly interesting history - in my slightly biased opinion, of course! So sit back and relax while I relay to you almost five hundred years of flying-pig-based history!


Original air date: 20th September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bcwq7OvgOqtqvJ4vH2WY-ytTGboF8RlTw1VauVq6BRY/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In this weeks episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast, we're delving deep into history to try and track down the origin of the phrase "when pigs fly" / "pigs might fly". It's actually been around for a lot longer than you might expect, and has a surprisingly interesting history - in my slightly biased opinion, of course! So sit back and relax while I relay to you almost five hundred years of flying-pig-based history!


Original air date: 20th September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bcwq7OvgOqtqvJ4vH2WY-ytTGboF8RlTw1VauVq6BRY/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[The world's rarest (and most sacred) bison]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT 17:02 6a2045bd3ab59ca4e2b14300 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-worlds-rarest-and-most-sacred-bison 6a2045bd3ab59ca4e2b14300 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-worlds-rarest-and-most-sacred-bison full 21 White bison are sacred in many Indigenous American cultures, and so when White Cloud, the first documented albino bison, was born, it's no surprise that she was revered by many across Turtle Island. She was a truly unique and incredible animal, and I hope you enjoy getting to learn about her story 💕


Original air date: 17th September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wmh94uriGYEmAofgBispWyCGXqPmytDMMcIyj_NADyQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> White bison are sacred in many Indigenous American cultures, and so when White Cloud, the first documented albino bison, was born, it's no surprise that she was revered by many across Turtle Island. She was a truly unique and incredible animal, and I hope you enjoy getting to learn about her story 💕


Original air date: 17th September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wmh94uriGYEmAofgBispWyCGXqPmytDMMcIyj_NADyQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Was Incitatus the most pampered pet in history? Was Incitatus the most pampered pet in history? Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 17:15 6a2043e43d098b701104f31f false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/was-incitatus-the-most-pampered-pet-in-history 6a2043e43d098b701104f31f 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 was-incitatus-the-most-pampered-pet-in-history full 20 Incitatus, the favourite horse of Emperor Caligula, lived a life of luxury the rest of us can only imagine. Servants, a palace, the finest jewellery, and even a potential consulate in the Roman Senate? But there's actually a lot more to this story than the surface-level tale that's often told, and it carries some important lessons that we can still learn from to this day about political power and what 'history' even actually is. Bet you weren't expecting that on the fun animal podcast!

Original air date: 10th September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-vrK2B2kMc3SkbNMUmu4MVH9E3uFjdPkchn1amOBvwM/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Incitatus, the favourite horse of Emperor Caligula, lived a life of luxury the rest of us can only imagine. Servants, a palace, the finest jewellery, and even a potential consulate in the Roman Senate? But there's actually a lot more to this story than the surface-level tale that's often told, and it carries some important lessons that we can still learn from to this day about political power and what 'history' even actually is. Bet you weren't expecting that on the fun animal podcast!

Original air date: 10th September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-vrK2B2kMc3SkbNMUmu4MVH9E3uFjdPkchn1amOBvwM/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The incredible bond between a wild crocodile and his rescuer The incredible bond between a wild crocodile and his rescuer Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 19:57 6a204237f8e85cfadad51876 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-incredible-bond-between-a-wild-crocodile-and-his-rescuer 6a204237f8e85cfadad51876 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-incredible-bond-between-a-wild-crocodile-and-his-rescuer full 19 There are few animals more feared than the crocodile, and for good reason - but when Chito Shedden, a Costa Rican fisherman, found an adult male American crocodile on the verge of death after a gunshot wound to the head, he chose compassion, rescuing the croc, who he named Pocho, and tenderly nursing him back to health. That alone would have been a beautiful story about the power of love and the strength of the human-animal bond, but things only got more touching when Chito finally tried to release Pocho back into the wild.

The relationship shared between these two individuals was truly once-in-a-lifetime, and I loved getting to share it with you.


Original air date: 3rd September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N-W2tUBQttU2vfSyk3VIbU4Y1ztJ1o38sBXgkEj_02c/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> There are few animals more feared than the crocodile, and for good reason - but when Chito Shedden, a Costa Rican fisherman, found an adult male American crocodile on the verge of death after a gunshot wound to the head, he chose compassion, rescuing the croc, who he named Pocho, and tenderly nursing him back to health. That alone would have been a beautiful story about the power of love and the strength of the human-animal bond, but things only got more touching when Chito finally tried to release Pocho back into the wild.

The relationship shared between these two individuals was truly once-in-a-lifetime, and I loved getting to share it with you.


Original air date: 3rd September 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N-W2tUBQttU2vfSyk3VIbU4Y1ztJ1o38sBXgkEj_02c/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The true story behind Keyboard Cat The true story behind Keyboard Cat Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 17:22 6a20403e3d098b70110347f7 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-true-story-behind-keyboard-cat 6a20403e3d098b70110347f7 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-true-story-behind-keyboard-cat full 18 I don't need to introduce Keyboard Cat to you, right? It was one of the earliest cat videos to go viral online and is still one of the most recognisable ever memes to this day. But dip beneath the surface, and how much do you actually know about the real cat behind this viral phenomenon? Or should I say the cats behind it, because there have actually been four different Keyboard Cats over the years and the original video is actually over 40 years old! Today we're deep diving into the full story of Keyboard Cat, from humble beginnings as a 1980s home video to the height of it's fame in the early days of YouTube, and everything that's happened since. It's a fun one!


Original air date: 20th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j4tViVYTfy8pQP5E-VENYlHARTyDH8kUUFzVXZ4wO7I/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> I don't need to introduce Keyboard Cat to you, right? It was one of the earliest cat videos to go viral online and is still one of the most recognisable ever memes to this day. But dip beneath the surface, and how much do you actually know about the real cat behind this viral phenomenon? Or should I say the cats behind it, because there have actually been four different Keyboard Cats over the years and the original video is actually over 40 years old! Today we're deep diving into the full story of Keyboard Cat, from humble beginnings as a 1980s home video to the height of it's fame in the early days of YouTube, and everything that's happened since. It's a fun one!


Original air date: 20th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j4tViVYTfy8pQP5E-VENYlHARTyDH8kUUFzVXZ4wO7I/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> <![CDATA[The giant rat who saved over 100 lives - Magawa's story]]> Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 20:00 6a181b4571443cf04a93da0d false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-giant-rat-who-saved-over-100-lives-magawas-story 6a181b4571443cf04a93da0d 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-giant-rat-who-saved-over-100-lives-magawas-story full 17 When you think of heroic animals, a giant African rat is probably not the first species to come to mind, and yet these incredible creatures have saved thousands of lives in countries all across the world by detecting landmines, diagnosing TB, and now they're even helping to protect endangered species from poaching! And one of the most famous of these lifesaving giant rats is Magawa, who, working for the charity APOPO, detected over 100 landmines and unexploded devices in Cambodia, for which he received one of the highest honours any animal can receive.

Like all of APOPO's rats, Magawa is a true hero, and it was an honour to be able to honour him in this episode 💕

Original air date: 13th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kWXmm1vOjjeHFwH4IaH9Aelpz6ObimQoNqNHBSDUCjs/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> When you think of heroic animals, a giant African rat is probably not the first species to come to mind, and yet these incredible creatures have saved thousands of lives in countries all across the world by detecting landmines, diagnosing TB, and now they're even helping to protect endangered species from poaching! And one of the most famous of these lifesaving giant rats is Magawa, who, working for the charity APOPO, detected over 100 landmines and unexploded devices in Cambodia, for which he received one of the highest honours any animal can receive.

Like all of APOPO's rats, Magawa is a true hero, and it was an honour to be able to honour him in this episode 💕

Original air date: 13th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kWXmm1vOjjeHFwH4IaH9Aelpz6ObimQoNqNHBSDUCjs/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> <![CDATA[The real Dogpool: How Britain's ugliest dog became a Hollywood superstar]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 8:33 6a1818fc8fd07475b5612013 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-real-dogpool-how-britains-ugliest-dog-became-a-hollywood 6a1818fc8fd07475b5612013 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-real-dogpool-how-britains-ugliest-dog-became-a-hollywood full 16 Once upon a time, Peggy was just a normal rescue dog. Sure, she may have got strange looks from people when she was out being walked, but she was adored by her adoptive family, and that was all that mattered. And then, in 2023, she was officially crowned "Britain's Ugliest Dog", and now she's an award-winning Hollywood actress and social media star, best known for her role as Dogpool in the 2024 MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine.

In this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast, we dive deep into this beautiful girl's entire life story, from humble beginnings to international stardom, and so much more!

Original air date: 10th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xafswQrrb5mfnB17xe2arokEZRWV4BSmbKrzjbEcBUE/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> Once upon a time, Peggy was just a normal rescue dog. Sure, she may have got strange looks from people when she was out being walked, but she was adored by her adoptive family, and that was all that mattered. And then, in 2023, she was officially crowned "Britain's Ugliest Dog", and now she's an award-winning Hollywood actress and social media star, best known for her role as Dogpool in the 2024 MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine.

In this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast, we dive deep into this beautiful girl's entire life story, from humble beginnings to international stardom, and so much more!

Original air date: 10th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xafswQrrb5mfnB17xe2arokEZRWV4BSmbKrzjbEcBUE/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> Meet Emily, the cow who chose to live Meet Emily, the cow who chose to live Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 23:26 6a1816d0847a83997e86ee23 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/meet-emily-the-cow-who-chose-to-live 6a1816d0847a83997e86ee23 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 meet-emily-the-cow-who-chose-to-live full 15 In 1995, a former dairy cow named Emily made headlines across the US when she decided to take her destiny into her own hands (or hooves?) and escaped from a slaughterhouse mere moments before she was due to be killed. From living wild in the harsh Massachusetts for over a month to becoming a sacred cow visited by pilgrims from across the world, Emily's life story is almost beyond belief, and I was delighted to be able to share it with you today 💕

Original air date: 6th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iZdsKb6evHc2iokYCOMa9tANuNf4RMnjl2XPviAKM18/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> In 1995, a former dairy cow named Emily made headlines across the US when she decided to take her destiny into her own hands (or hooves?) and escaped from a slaughterhouse mere moments before she was due to be killed. From living wild in the harsh Massachusetts for over a month to becoming a sacred cow visited by pilgrims from across the world, Emily's life story is almost beyond belief, and I was delighted to be able to share it with you today 💕

Original air date: 6th August 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iZdsKb6evHc2iokYCOMa9tANuNf4RMnjl2XPviAKM18/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> <![CDATA[Abang the caveman orangutan & the enculturation of apes]]> Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 7:19 6a181544029c20a5f6d360d9 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/abang-the-caveman-orangutan-the-enculturation-of-apes 6a181544029c20a5f6d360d9 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 abang-the-caveman-orangutan-the-enculturation-of-apes full 14 When Jane Goodall first documented tool use in wild chimpanzees, it completely rewrote our understanding of non-human great apes - and also of our own evolution. Scientists were eager to learn more, and one such study was carried out on Abang, a rescue orangutan who had been stolen from the wild as a baby. However, things would become more complicated when the phenomena of enculturation was discovered, and scientists realised the ways that it could hinder the usefulness of studies based on captive ape behaviour. This week's episode is a bit of a niche one, but super interesting!

Original air date: 27th July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X_K2m_6fs1vTyeN_4QG-MdgZecpG90xBVOGCqqVJjE0/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> When Jane Goodall first documented tool use in wild chimpanzees, it completely rewrote our understanding of non-human great apes - and also of our own evolution. Scientists were eager to learn more, and one such study was carried out on Abang, a rescue orangutan who had been stolen from the wild as a baby. However, things would become more complicated when the phenomena of enculturation was discovered, and scientists realised the ways that it could hinder the usefulness of studies based on captive ape behaviour. This week's episode is a bit of a niche one, but super interesting!

Original air date: 27th July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X_K2m_6fs1vTyeN_4QG-MdgZecpG90xBVOGCqqVJjE0/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The viral rescue of Sam the koala The viral rescue of Sam the koala Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 21:24 6a1813dd847a83997e863039 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-viral-rescue-of-sam-the-koala 6a1813dd847a83997e863039 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-viral-rescue-of-sam-the-koala full 13 In summer 2009, Australia faced the worst bushfires it had ever seen. And yet in a time of such intense darkness and horror, there was a glimmer of light in the form of a small, badly-burnt koala, whose rescue video went viral. Sam, as she was named, would go on to become a symbol of hope for those who had lost everything, and served as a poignant reminder of just how much of an impact one small act of kindness can truly have.

Original air date: 23rd July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gkzJ6NYrJ3C1tZXpZIIXbtRW-IY4CJpVizsX2J1FRMw/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> In summer 2009, Australia faced the worst bushfires it had ever seen. And yet in a time of such intense darkness and horror, there was a glimmer of light in the form of a small, badly-burnt koala, whose rescue video went viral. Sam, as she was named, would go on to become a symbol of hope for those who had lost everything, and served as a poignant reminder of just how much of an impact one small act of kindness can truly have.

Original air date: 23rd July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gkzJ6NYrJ3C1tZXpZIIXbtRW-IY4CJpVizsX2J1FRMw/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> <![CDATA[A fully-grown horse that was smaller than a dog - Thumbelina's story]]> Thu, 02 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT 13:55 6a18110c8fd07475b55e4485 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/a-fully-grown-horse-that-was-smaller-than-a-dog-thumbelinas 6a18110c8fd07475b55e4485 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 a-fully-grown-horse-that-was-smaller-than-a-dog-thumbelinas full 12 Thumbelina was the shortest horse to have ever lived - only 17 inches tall! And while she did receive some media coverage in her lifetime, a lot of it was very surface-level, and since her passing she's faded into obscurity. So join me today as we deep-dive into the full life story of this incredible little animal, and the massive impact she left behind on the world!

Original air date: 16th July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/17d8l17td4JxCJyE4IqItm_26QaBaAXzXDyOtsYURaQQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Thumbelina was the shortest horse to have ever lived - only 17 inches tall! And while she did receive some media coverage in her lifetime, a lot of it was very surface-level, and since her passing she's faded into obscurity. So join me today as we deep-dive into the full life story of this incredible little animal, and the massive impact she left behind on the world!

Original air date: 16th July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/17d8l17td4JxCJyE4IqItm_26QaBaAXzXDyOtsYURaQQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The dark truth behind the golden tabby tiger The dark truth behind the golden tabby tiger Tue, 30 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 15:23 6a1721fa6ee822cbfb73cf6f false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-dark-truth-behind-the-golden-tabby-tiger 6a1721fa6ee822cbfb73cf6f 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-dark-truth-behind-the-golden-tabby-tiger full 11 Golden tabby is a rare colour mutation sometimes seen in tigers, and there's no doubt that they're beautiful, but despite that, their presence in the wild is a major red flag for conservationists. We're diving into why it's so concerning to experts in this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast.

Original air date: 9th July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VHRvEBPLegEWdCERledz3qa5rY6LJLvLHoayvVclKj8/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> Golden tabby is a rare colour mutation sometimes seen in tigers, and there's no doubt that they're beautiful, but despite that, their presence in the wild is a major red flag for conservationists. We're diving into why it's so concerning to experts in this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast.

Original air date: 9th July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VHRvEBPLegEWdCERledz3qa5rY6LJLvLHoayvVclKj8/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> <![CDATA[History's goodest boys: The heartwarming story of Bummer and Lazarus]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 29:23 6a1720218ff41815a8e9b4a3 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/historys-goodest-boys-the-heartwarming-story-of-bummer-and-l 6a1720218ff41815a8e9b4a3 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 historys-goodest-boys-the-heartwarming-story-of-bummer-and-l full 10 In the 1860s, two stray dogs became unlikely celebrities in the US city of San Francisco thanks to their uniquely strong bond. They would go on to become so beloved by local residents that they were officially declared to be the property of the city, and laws were changed to ensure their safety. Honestly, their story is one of the cutest I've done, and I loved being able to share it with you!

Original air date: 2nd July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VRtWXXe0qeKil6sWNS9uXRPG7QAya8imDHxtMYdgMsk/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In the 1860s, two stray dogs became unlikely celebrities in the US city of San Francisco thanks to their uniquely strong bond. They would go on to become so beloved by local residents that they were officially declared to be the property of the city, and laws were changed to ensure their safety. Honestly, their story is one of the cutest I've done, and I loved being able to share it with you!

Original air date: 2nd July 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VRtWXXe0qeKil6sWNS9uXRPG7QAya8imDHxtMYdgMsk/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Meet Wisdom, the bird old enough to be your grandma! Meet Wisdom, the bird old enough to be your grandma! Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 19:00 6a171f1930535b3e187bb9f3 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/meet-wisdom-the-bird-old-enough-to-be-your-grandma 6a171f1930535b3e187bb9f3 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 meet-wisdom-the-bird-old-enough-to-be-your-grandma full 9 At over 70 years old, Wisdom the laysan albatross is the oldest wild bird in the world, and she's still going strong to this day. She has a pretty incredible story and has completely rewritten everything experts thought they knew about her species. And yes, this is the episode I was working on when I got sidetracked by laysan albatrosses and made the bonus minisode for Pride month!

Original air date: 25th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xNzDcnvU85LgulP2v1P6ahSK5km3hbsDxJ_JRUnYuTg/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> At over 70 years old, Wisdom the laysan albatross is the oldest wild bird in the world, and she's still going strong to this day. She has a pretty incredible story and has completely rewritten everything experts thought they knew about her species. And yes, this is the episode I was working on when I got sidetracked by laysan albatrosses and made the bonus minisode for Pride month!

Original air date: 25th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xNzDcnvU85LgulP2v1P6ahSK5km3hbsDxJ_JRUnYuTg/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The hilarious hoax of Pierre Brassau The hilarious hoax of Pierre Brassau Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 13:09 6a171ceec92816b544359b6e false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-hilarious-hoax-of-pierre-brassau 6a171ceec92816b544359b6e 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-hilarious-hoax-of-pierre-brassau full 8 In the 1960s the art world was abuzz with discussion of a brand new star on the scene, Pierre Brassau. Hailing from France, Pierre was an up-and-coming abstract artist whose work was taking Europe by storm... but there would turn out to be a lot more to this story than a few cool paintings, and in this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast we delve into the truth behind one of the art world's most hilarious hoaxes.

Original air date: 18th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oK49Dhzq1vrkzG1Y0djRNFtT3ClqFhAZ03cBcTrGq5s/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In the 1960s the art world was abuzz with discussion of a brand new star on the scene, Pierre Brassau. Hailing from France, Pierre was an up-and-coming abstract artist whose work was taking Europe by storm... but there would turn out to be a lot more to this story than a few cool paintings, and in this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast we delve into the truth behind one of the art world's most hilarious hoaxes.

Original air date: 18th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oK49Dhzq1vrkzG1Y0djRNFtT3ClqFhAZ03cBcTrGq5s/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> These birds are both kinds of gay! 🌈 Pride month special These birds are both kinds of gay! 🌈 Pride month special Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 5:50 6a171e726ee822cbfb72c875 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/these-birds-are-both-kinds-of-gay-pride-month-special 6a171e726ee822cbfb72c875 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 these-birds-are-both-kinds-of-gay-pride-month-special full 7 Look, sometimes self-care means rambling about lesbian albatrosses for five minutes, and that was definitely the case for me today! Happy Pride month, my loves 💕

Original air date: 23rd June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/14edYDABGp9xnKLtlOMA334u7jV5kb6DjMAmY-sPCHeA/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Look, sometimes self-care means rambling about lesbian albatrosses for five minutes, and that was definitely the case for me today! Happy Pride month, my loves 💕

Original air date: 23rd June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/14edYDABGp9xnKLtlOMA334u7jV5kb6DjMAmY-sPCHeA/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> How a rescued stray became a multi-millionaire How a rescued stray became a multi-millionaire Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 12:50 6a171be930535b3e187ae1b2 false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/6a171be930535b3e187ae1b2 6a171be930535b3e187ae1b2 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 full 6 It's often said that black cats are unlucky, but Tommaso very much proved that that's not true when, as a stray kitten living rough on the streets of Rome, he was adopted by a kind-hearted elderly woman - and then went on to become the world's richest ever cat! Learn all about his story in this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast.

Original air date: 11th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/195mCDz9obddPWmLsVyhvfb2PK8zoCbswvqvWx7cWgKY/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> It's often said that black cats are unlucky, but Tommaso very much proved that that's not true when, as a stray kitten living rough on the streets of Rome, he was adopted by a kind-hearted elderly woman - and then went on to become the world's richest ever cat! Learn all about his story in this week's episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast.

Original air date: 11th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/195mCDz9obddPWmLsVyhvfb2PK8zoCbswvqvWx7cWgKY/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> The mysterious migration of Huberta the hippo The mysterious migration of Huberta the hippo Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 16:44 6a171acc83dd9b6e11222f6e false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-mysterious-migration-of-huberta-the-hippo 6a171acc83dd9b6e11222f6e 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-mysterious-migration-of-huberta-the-hippo full 5 In the early 20th century, Huberta the hippo became an international celebrity when she set off on a now-legendary trek across South Africa. But where was she going? And why? In this week's episode, we attempt to answer those questions - as well as sharing all the hijinks she got up to on her journey, of course! It's going to be a fun one!

Original air date: 4th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/11D8X9DkOh0XaVEIVM7eqN07ESpLfoZrC496lpV2ML4g/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> In the early 20th century, Huberta the hippo became an international celebrity when she set off on a now-legendary trek across South Africa. But where was she going? And why? In this week's episode, we attempt to answer those questions - as well as sharing all the hijinks she got up to on her journey, of course! It's going to be a fun one!

Original air date: 4th June 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/11D8X9DkOh0XaVEIVM7eqN07ESpLfoZrC496lpV2ML4g/edit?usp=sharing


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]]> The two-legged dog who changed the world The two-legged dog who changed the world Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 23:15 6a1719eecb11d38a8b3d902a false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/a-real-life-angel-faith-the-two-legged-wonder-dog 6a1719eecb11d38a8b3d902a 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 a-real-life-angel-faith-the-two-legged-wonder-dog full 4 Faith was once considered to be the most famous dog in the world, but in recent years her story has faded into obscurity. In this episode, we're telling Faith's whole story, from humble beginnings as a tiny mixed-breed puppy who was almost killed, to an global superstar, and everything in between.

Original air date: 28th May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n5SVGi0NpRGi-a80PtXOL15f8SRWsRK0etAJH4bBnjQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> Faith was once considered to be the most famous dog in the world, but in recent years her story has faded into obscurity. In this episode, we're telling Faith's whole story, from humble beginnings as a tiny mixed-breed puppy who was almost killed, to an global superstar, and everything in between.

Original air date: 28th May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n5SVGi0NpRGi-a80PtXOL15f8SRWsRK0etAJH4bBnjQ/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The amazing adaptions of the humble wood frog The amazing adaptions of the humble wood frog Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT 19:45 6a17182230535b3e1879fa2f false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-amazing-adaptions-of-the-humble-wood-frog 6a17182230535b3e1879fa2f 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-amazing-adaptions-of-the-humble-wood-frog full 3 This week we're focusing in on the wood frog. These little brown amphibians may not look like much, but they have the incredible ability to freeze solid every single winter, clinically dying in the process, only to come back to life in spring. But how do they survive such an unlikely feat? Well, you'll have to listen to find out! 😉

Original air date: 21st May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nb6myKpAA6DwIhUVbypNX59g1fnn85oKqhj5OCDVmE0/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> This week we're focusing in on the wood frog. These little brown amphibians may not look like much, but they have the incredible ability to freeze solid every single winter, clinically dying in the process, only to come back to life in spring. But how do they survive such an unlikely feat? Well, you'll have to listen to find out! 😉

Original air date: 21st May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nb6myKpAA6DwIhUVbypNX59g1fnn85oKqhj5OCDVmE0/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The real genius behind Clever Hans The real genius behind Clever Hans Thu, 28 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT 41:34 6a1716286ee822cbfb6fa6ba false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/the-real-genius-behind-clever-hans 6a1716286ee822cbfb6fa6ba 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 the-real-genius-behind-clever-hans full 2 In the early 1900s, Clever Hans the Equine Wonder took Europe by storm. Hans became famous for his abilities to perform complex mathematical equations, spell out full sentences, share his hot takes on music, and so much more. But was this horse really a master of maths? Or was this all just an elaborate hoax? Well... it was actually neither. It turns out that the truth was far more interesting than anyone could have predicted!


Original air date: 14th May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DWoJsp3EEDN96eb6ShFd1MiwvG_cM0UszMpO9_8KvDc/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In the early 1900s, Clever Hans the Equine Wonder took Europe by storm. Hans became famous for his abilities to perform complex mathematical equations, spell out full sentences, share his hot takes on music, and so much more. But was this horse really a master of maths? Or was this all just an elaborate hoax? Well... it was actually neither. It turns out that the truth was far more interesting than anyone could have predicted!


Original air date: 14th May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB

Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DWoJsp3EEDN96eb6ShFd1MiwvG_cM0UszMpO9_8KvDc/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> The incredible survival of Thandi the rhino The incredible survival of Thandi the rhino Wed, 27 May 2026 15:46:24 GMT 22:13 6a1711d130535b3e1877e57f false https://shows.acast.com/the-animal-nerd-podcast/episodes/thandi 6a1711d130535b3e1877e57f 6a170d3cc92816b544317334 thandi full 1 In our first ever episode, we're going to be exploring the story of Thandi, the southern white rhinoceros who, in 2013, made history when she became the first rhino ever to survive and fully recover after being attacked by poachers.

Original air date: 7th May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB


Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gnCrZWILv5QxdghEbYb4Qvk2NaVH-5vbO3tiAltqH0k/edit?usp=sharing

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]]> In our first ever episode, we're going to be exploring the story of Thandi, the southern white rhinoceros who, in 2013, made history when she became the first rhino ever to survive and fully recover after being attacked by poachers.

Original air date: 7th May 2024

Important note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to import my show when I was switching hosting platforms, and as a result I'm having to re-upload my podcast from the start. Because of that, these early episodes are not indictive of the show's current quality - both in terms of the equipment used and my own skills as a writer & presenter - so apologies for that! Hopefully before too long I'll have caught up to my current output. In the meantime, you can check out my full back catalogue of episodes, and catch up with my newer content, over on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeB


Show notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gnCrZWILv5QxdghEbYb4Qvk2NaVH-5vbO3tiAltqH0k/edit?usp=sharing

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