
Elephants carry more than we ask them to. So do the people who care for them. Bearing Weight is a podcast about the untold stories of elephants and the veterinarians, caregivers, researchers, advocates, and sanctuary leaders around the world who have dedicated their lives to them.
These are honest, grounded conversations about what it really takes to put elephants first: the science, the sacrifice... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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For the first time in years, Jordan World Circus is touring without elephants.
In early 2026, the circus confirmed it would not use elephants for the rest of its tour. In this episode, Danielle and David sit down with Debbie Metzler of PETA to unpac... more
Sangita Iyer didn't set out to make a film that would be nominated at the United Nations General Assembly. She set out to tell the truth about what was happening to elephants in the temples of Kerala — and the truth turned out to be something the wor... more
Frank Pope came to elephants by accident. He spent years with his eyes fixed on the ocean, until he looked into the eye of an elephant in Samburu and felt the same thing he'd felt looking into a whale's eye. That was enough.
In this episode, Frank t... more
Steve Koyle didn't set out to be a disruptor. He just couldn't stop asking for more.
In this episode, Steve takes us through 14 years as an elephant keeper at the Phoenix Zoo, and how his passion for elephant welfare ultimately led to him being fire... more
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This is a thoughtful, moving, and important podcast that shines a light on elephant welfare with compassion and care. The stories stay with you, and the voices behind the work make it clear how much heart and dedication went into this project. Highly recommended for anyone who cares about elephants and the people fighting for them.
I am thrilled to see the creation of Bearing Weight. Meaningful experiences deserves a platform. Often to share delicate and heartwarming encounters is not for many easy to speak about. Listening, pausing and stay present is what it takes to understand elephants. Captivity by the sheer existence of it creates trauma in body and mind.
As a body therapist working with elephants for 25 years I witnessed many nuances that elephant work brings to our human world. Enduring captive life without agency ... more










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