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Creature Feature

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Animal Behavior
Birds
Evolutionary Biology
Space
Parasites
Siberian Unicorn
Platybelodon
Chicken
Quail
Romantic Gift Giving
Easter Bunny
Frogs
Egg-Laying Animals
Santa Claus
Reindeer
Sloth
NASA
Nuptial Gifts
Pika
Jerboa

We take a critter’s eye view to explore how animal behavior parallels humans. Join comedians and science-lovers as we get inside the minds of animals

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Latest Episodes

Halloween early release special! Today on the show: KILLER BATS! Bats with very spooky dietary habits. From vicious carnivores that have a soft side, to the strangest sight you'll sea on the seashore. I'm joined by Kimia Behpoornia to discuss these a... more

Today on the show, ALIENS! I'm joined by particle physicist Daniel Whiteson to discuss whether it would be possible to talk to aliens, the difficulties of alien communication, using real examples of animal communication and sensory differences right ... more

On today's show I subject my guest to a gauntlet of strange oddities, and he (and you) must guess whether these are animals, minerals, vegetables, or something else entirely...

Guest: DJ Danl

Footnotes: docs.google.com/document/d/1rRUT2Yw... more

All the weirdest ways in which humans rescue animals! From throwing babies off cliffs, to saving hitchhikers, sometimes you gotta act a little freaky for the sake of the animals. Discover this and more as we answer the age old question: why is there ... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Whiteson
Particle physicist and host of the podcast Daniel and Kelly's Extraordinary Universe
IHeartRadio
Episode: Could We Speak Alien?
DJ Danl
Friend of the show, producer at IHeartRadio.
IHeartRadio
Episode: Creature Classic: Animal, Mineral, or Vegetable?
Lauren Augustine
Director of Herpetology at the Philadelphia Zoo
Philadelphia Zoo
Episode: Mommy the Galapagos Tortoise
Cara Giaimo
Science writer for the New York Times and author of the new book, Leaving the Ocean Was a Mistake.
The New York Times
Episode: Was Leaving the Ocean a Mistake?
Bridgett Greenberg
Producer and host of the podcast Rough Stuff
Rough Stuff
Episode: NEW EPISODE! Deep Sea Legs
Janet Varney
Voice actress and host of The JV Club
Maximum Fun
Episode: Creature Classic: Broods, Birds, and Mushroom Butts!
Maggie Mae Fish
Video essayist and snake lover
Episode: Creature Classic: Whale of a Tale
Anna Hossnieh
Producer at IHeartRadio and co-host of Ethnically Ambiguous
IHeartRadio
Episode: Creature Classic: Kissable T-Rex & Talking Belugas
Professor David Boulware
Infectious diseases doctor and budding mycologist
Episode: Creature Classic: Could There Be A Fungal Zombie Apocalypse?

Host

Katie Golden
Host known for her engaging blend of humor and scientific inquiry, creating a lively atmosphere during discussions about animal behavior and ecology.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Amazing

    I love this podcast so much it’s just fantastic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arrowkatz🪿🐸🦆🐌
    United States2 months ago
  • 🍄‍🟫🐸

    I love this show it’s good to listen to and I would love to hear more about mushrooms on frog butts😂😂😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    >x)
    United States3 months ago
  • Nothing new anymore

    It’s either a classic episode, feed drop from her other pod with Alex Schmidt, or 20-25 minute long listener questions which 1/3 of the episode is ads

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ryouski
    United States3 months ago
  • Protect the wolves!

    I want to protect wolves from extinction!🐺🫱🏿🫲🏿

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wolf Gracie
    United States3 months ago
  • Feature! That! Creature!

    I’ve been looking for a podcast that’s educational and fun, and I’m so glad I tuned into this one! As someone who grew up obsessively watching Animal Planet, this is exactly what I’ve been missing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Moonwatcher
    United States7 months ago

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Many express enjoyment of the engaging personality of the host, noting her ability to make complex topics accessible and fun.
Some reviews indicate a desire for more varied content rather than repeats or feed drops from other shows.
Overall, the audience enjoys the insightful discussions, particularly on animal behavior, which aligns well with their interests in science and nature.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's unique blend of humor and scientific exploration, finding it both entertaining and educational.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#196
Canada/Science
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#228
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#235
South Korea/Science
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#239
Russia/Science
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#244
Denmark/Science
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#246
Chile/Science

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Creature Classic: Animal, Mineral, or Vegetable?
Q: Where do you think this animal lives?
I'm going to say it lives in the ocean, probably some sort of sea slug.
Creature Classic: Animal, Mineral, or Vegetable?
Q: Danl, would you eat this thing?
Absolutely, it looks like a delicious Laffy Taffy.
Listener Q's: Sex Swapping, Smallest Shark, Marmots!
Q: What are the smallest sharks and what do they hunt?
The smallest known sharks are the dwarf lantern sharks, which hunt small invertebrates and use bioluminescence for camouflage.
Listener Q's: Sex Swapping, Smallest Shark, Marmots!
Q: Are there other animals besides those two, fish and that lizard that have evolved in this way?
Yes, many species of fish can change back and forth between sexes, such as coral gobies.
Mommy the Galapagos Tortoise
Q: Is there, are there challenges to actually kind of convince her that like, hey, now's a good time to mate or to be reproductively active?
We don't actually know a lot about the social behavior of reptiles and we're learning a lot thanks to zoological institutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Creature Feature

What is Creature Feature about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast provides an engaging mix of humor and science, focusing on animal behavior and its parallels to human actions. With a charming twist, episodes explore topics such as marine life, evolutionary biology, and unique adaptations of various creatures, all delivered through entertaining discussions and anecdotes. Special guests often bring expertise in fields like marine biology and animal behavior, enriching the content with diverse perspectives.

Listeners can expect a blend of educational insights and humor as the hosts tackle listener questions, explore environmental issues, and dissect intriguing stories about animal life. The unique format of combining comedy with scientific exploration likely makes it appealing to individuals wh... more

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Recent guests on Creature Feature include:

1. Daniel Whiteson
2. DJ Danl
3. Lauren Augustine
4. Cara Giaimo
5. Bridgett Greenberg
6. Janet Varney
7. Maggie Mae Fish
8. Anna Hossnieh

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