Bugs Need Heroes
BugsNeedHeroesOn each episode of Bugs Need Heroes, an ecologist and an illustrator team-up to create a new insect-inspired super hero. The finished characters are posted to our social media pages and at BugsNeedHeroes.com Email us questions about bugs at BugsNeedHeroes@gmail.com Created by Derek Conrad and Kelly Zimmerman. Hosted by Amanda Niday and Kelly Zimmerman. Edited by Derek Conrad. Character artwork by ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 99 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceNatureEducation | |||
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Amanda and Dr Kelly Z discuss a popular family of insects and one in particular that is very popular in zoos and museums, the giant-australian-prickly-walking-stick-insect (Extatosoma tiaratum). Tangents include Indiana Jones, pirates, and the weathe... more
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- This podcast is amazing!!!
I love bugs and I love listening to people talk about them!!! Keep making more episodes!!! Ĩ łøvê ǐț! Țhě bẽşț büğ pőðċäšt ęvėř!!! ËVĒŘ!!!
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Apple Podcasts5ZenPenguin
United States3 months ago - This podcast is amazing!!!
I love bugs and I love listening to people talk about them!!! Keep making more episodes!!! Ĩ łøvê ǐț! Țhě bẽşț büğ pőðċäšt ęvėř!!! ËVĒŘ!!!
Apple Podcasts5ZenPenguinUnited States4 months ago - 🎀
Great podcast. I love tuning in to each new episode and looking at the fun, creative title that has some sort of turn or twist to it. Congrats on a pod well done!
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Apple Podcasts5jtpavUnited States4 months ago - Good
I suggest the pod weird bugs they are new
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Apple Podcasts | #122 | United States/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #108 |  United Kingdom/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #171 |  Canada/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #15 |  Philippines/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #53 |  South Korea/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #67 |  Russia/Science/Nature |
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A science-forward show that pairs ecology with illustration to transform insect biology into superhero concepts. Episodes blend accessible explanations of bugs, ecosystems, and conservation with playful banter and creative character design, often featuring guests or expert insights. Listeners can expect engaging, bite-sized nature education, quirky humor, and a creative angle on science communication that appeals to both education-focused audiences and art/design fans. A notable strength is the consistent two-host dynamic and a clear mission to make entomology approachable through entertaining storytelling and visual storytelling across social channels.
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Bugs Need Heroes launched 4 years ago and published 99 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Bugs Need Heroes include:
1. Dr. Nina Jenkins
2. Floria Uy
3. Dr. Scott Kight
4. Dr. Aaron Rodriguez
5. Dr. Emily Durkin
6. Derek Conrad
7. Christy Bills
8. Dr. Mike Glynn
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