The Animal Nerd Podcast

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xNzDcnvU85LgulP2v1P6ahSK5km3hbsDxJ_JRUnYuTg/edit?usp=sharing

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oK49Dhzq1vrkzG1Y0djRNFtT3ClqFhAZ03cBcTrGq5s/edit?usp=sharing

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/195mCDz9obddPWmLsVyhvfb2PK8zoCbswvqvWx7cWgKY/edit?usp=sharing

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/11D8X9DkOh0XaVEIVM7eqN07ESpLfoZrC496lpV2ML4g/edit?usp=sharing

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n5SVGi0NpRGi-a80PtXOL15f8SRWsRK0etAJH4bBnjQ/edit?usp=sharing

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nb6myKpAA6DwIhUVbypNX59g1fnn85oKqhj5OCDVmE0/edit?usp=sharing

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DWoJsp3EEDN96eb6ShFd1MiwvG_cM0UszMpO9_8KvDc/edit?usp=sharing

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 2024Important 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=PLp6MWEI1w5ZrPiEM7zZKmgvtqhmWWbpeBShow notes: (for content warnings, sources used, related non-profits, etc)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gnCrZWILv5QxdghEbYb4Qvk2NaVH-5vbO3tiAltqH0k/edit?usp=sharing