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Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant

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Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle
Transatlantic Slave Trade
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Sustainability In Prisons Project
Tracee Ross
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Patagonia National Park
Route Of Parks
Tompkins Conservation
Chandeleur Islands
BP Oil Spill
Jackson, Mississippi
Environmental Policy
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Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn Grant is a different kind of nature show about the human drama of saving animals. From a paleoanthropologist who hunts fossils in conflict zones to someone who helped save an endangered species while in prison, in season four we will hear from real-life heroes and nature advocates with widely different expertise and life experiences that led them to be champions for th... more

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Ella Al-Shamahi
Paleoanthropologist and evolutionary biologist specializing in Neanderthals
Episode: Fossil Hunting in Conflict Zones
Alexis Nikole Nelson
James Beard Award-winning forager, vegan food concoctor
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Alexis Nicole Nelson
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Episode: Season Four is Here!
Ed Young
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Carolina Landa
Policy analyst who worked to restore a butterfly species while incarcerated
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Alana Velikot
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Kiese Laymon
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Tracee Ellis Ross
Star of Blackish and American Fiction, known for her emphasis on solo travel and self-discovery.
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Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant
Wildlife biologist and host who focuses on the human experiences connected to wildlife conservation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Technical Issue: Different podcast plays but displays Going Wild image & podcast title

    I don’t know if this is happening with other listeners using the apple podcast app, but I realized that the last several episodes that show up as ‘up next’ or recently updated show the Going Wild thumbnail, but in fact play episodes from the Outside/In podcast (which I also subscribe to). The episode name shows as “Outside/In: [whatever the epsidoe name is]” and then below in the podcast name ‘Going Wild with Dr Rae…’. Just realized I have not heard several of the most recent episodes from Going... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lulu!
    United States3 months ago
  • Going Wild

    I have enjoyed the latest season so much! Listening to the stories of all your guests is very encouraging and makes me much more hopeful for our future. There are people out there doing all this vital work/science!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CeceD.
    United States4 months ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    I absolutely love this podcast. It’s educational, entertaining, and inspiring. It gives me hope in a world where the news is often discouraging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brony9001
    United States5 months ago
  • Fantastic podcast!

    This show is quickly becoming my favorite podcast. The host is amazing, the episode topics are fascinating and important, and the sound work is very beautiful. I would describe this podcast as “riveting”!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunsets1990
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best podcast created

    As someone inspiring to be a wildlife ecologist, this podcast is opening my eyes to aspects I never thought of. I think of this podcast at lease once a week and reference stories she tells all the time. Can’t wait to hear more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joeeieeee
    United Statesa year ago

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However, a few listeners express concerns over perceived political agendas, indicating a divided perception among some audiences.

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Q: What do you think viewers are going to learn from how you travel alone in the show?
A sense of what it would be like to know yourself and have the courage to be that person by yourself out in the world.

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Engaging discussions center on the interplay between human experiences and wildlife conservation, highlighting the stories of individuals dedicated to protecting animal species and their natural habitats. Aiming to inspire listeners, the content showcases unique perspectives from a range of guests, including scientists, activists, and individuals who have triumphed over personal struggles in pursuit of environmental advocacy. Key themes include the intersection of nature and social justice, the healing power of the natural world, and the diverse challenges faced by wildlife professionals. Each episode offers powerful narratives that emphasize the commitment to and need for collective action in wildlife preservation and education.

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