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The Happiest Animal Show

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Sharks
Sea Cucumber
Hagfish
Banana Slug
Springtime Animals
Octopus
Capybara
Ghost Crab
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Honduran White Bat
Axolotl
Little Blue Penguin
Sloths
Ocean Sunfish
Komodo Dragon
Animal Poop
Grizzly Bears
Ocean Conservation
Sea Turtles
White-Tailed Deer

The Happiest Animal Show (on Planet Earth) is a comedy podcast for kids and grownups who love wildlife. It's filled with animal clues, original animal songs, animal jokes and interviews with special guests from comedians to scientists to kids. It’s all based around the very important question, “What animal is making you happy today?” and is hosted by sister/brother zoologists, filmmakers and songw... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes34Foundeda year ago
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Kids & FamilyEducation for KidsPets & Animals

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Latest Episodes

What animal with a big head is making you happy today? We know it’s an important question, and Laura and Rob both answer with some big animals. In fact, this episode is full of BIG things like a brand new song about the megalodon shark, awesome anima... more

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It’s a special music episode filled with animal songs! Yep, we’ve pulled together our favorite animal songs from recent episodes to kick off your summer in style. Get your ears ready for songs about dabbling ducks, giant pandas, little blue penguins,... more

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What lake animals are making you happy today? What animal has tongue teeth? Hear Laura and Rob pick lake animals, a song about tadpoles and pond animals, awesome animal clues from 7 year old Charlie from St. Louis, Missouri, and special guest, comedi... more

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What desert animals are making you happy today? What cute animal can eat scorpions? Hear Laura and Rob pick desert animals, a song about meerkats, awesome animal clues from 8 year old Eve from Elkhorn, Nebraska, and special guest, wildlife filmmaker ... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Jordan
Comedian and podcaster, guest on the episode
Independent/Sean Jordan
Episode: Lake Animals (with comedian Sean Jordan)
Colin Ruggiero
Wildlife filmmaker, PBS Nature contributor
Willow, Diary of a Mountain Lion (PBS Nature)
Episode: Desert Animals (with wildlife filmmaker Colin Ruggiero)
Diane Sams
Mom; special guest on Mother's Day episode
The Happiest Animal Show
Episode: Funny Animal Sounds (a special Mother's Day episode with our mom Diane Sams)
Joshua Wittmer
Marine naturalist
Pacific Whale Foundation
Episode: Things We've Only Seen Once (with ocean naturalist Josh Wittmer)
Colin Mochrie
Comedian and improviser, known for Whose Line Is It Anyway
Guest on The Happiest Animal Show
Episode: Animals That Look Happy (with improv comedian and actor Colin Mochrie)
Tierney Thys
National Geographic explorer and Mola Mola scientist
National Geographic
Episode: Backyard Buddies (with National Geographic Explorer Dr. Tierney Thys)
David Huntsberger
Comedian, host of Space Cave and Intercepts podcasts
Independent/Guest
Episode: Endangered Species (with comedian David Huntsberger)
Dr. Chelsea Bennice
Octopus researcher at Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic University
Episode: Smart Animals (with octopus scientist Chelsea Bennice)
Ian Karmel
Comedian and writer, guest on the podcast
Not specified
Episode: City Animals (with comedian Ian Karmel)

Hosts

Laura Sams
Co-host and a sister zoologist, filmmaker, and songwriter; frequent presenter of wildlife stories and music.
Robert Sams
Co-host and a brother zoologist, filmmaker, and songwriter; leads storytelling and educational segments.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Thank You!

    My 7 year old son absolutely loves listening! I’m grateful you guys created this show that not only does he enjoy, but we get to listen together, learn, and have great discussions and laughs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RDCapps
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazing Podcast for Kids!

    My son absolutely loves this podcast! It’s like Wait, Wait Don’t Tell Me for kids and has entertaining songs, fun facts and good humor! So glad we found this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lulabella14
    United States2 months ago
  • Daughter loves it

    My 7 yo daughter really loves this podcast. I enjoy it, too, because it’s interactive in some ways. Production values are very high. Original music is outstanding. This podcast is legit. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ryanhealy
    United States3 months ago
  • Off the charts

    Absolutely amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Where’s Jimmy
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Podcast for Kids

    I have a 6 year old son and he requests to listen to this podcast when we’re on longer car rides. He has favorite episodes and likes to listen to them multiple times. It’s pretty fun, and listenable as an adult. Also engaging between kids and the parents when trying to guess animals with the clues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmy_Schmitz
    United States4 months ago

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Hosts are engaging, genuinely friendly, and great at making learning fun for all ages.
Production quality and music stand out as consistently high.
Kids love the songs and clues, and families appreciate the wholesome humor.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Desert Animals (with wildlife filmmaker Colin Ruggiero)
Q: What animal is making you happy today and what clues do you have for us?
Colin describes the red fox as his happy animal today, highlighting its impressive hearing, vocalizations, and behavior observed while filming—especially through camera-trap footage.
Things We've Only Seen Once (with ocean naturalist Josh Wittmer)
Q: Can you tell us about a moment you witnessed that was truly extraordinary on a night dive?
He shares witnessing a humpback whale perform a head rise followed by a bubble ring, a rare interaction that revealed the whale's curiosity and the crew's astonishment, documented by a guest's photo.
Things We've Only Seen Once (with ocean naturalist Josh Wittmer)
Q: What animal is making you happy today?
Josh describes the coral and the surrounding reef life as making him happy today, highlighting the lobe coral Parites rus and the ongoing growth of Hawaiian reefs, which contrasts with the common perception that reefs are dying.
Animals That Look Happy (with improv comedian and actor Colin Mochrie)
Q: What animal is making you happy today, Colin?
Colin points to a playful, look-at-you creature that embodies happiness, and shares that a dolphin and other ocean animals have long fascinated him for their intelligence and friendly behavior.
Venomous Animals (with 8 year old Desmond)
Q: What animal is the most venomous in the segment we discussed?
The discussion centers on the blue ring octopus as Desmond's chosen venomous animal, with notes about its venom being extremely potent yet the animal's small size and reclusive nature making it less likely to encounter.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Happiest Animal Show

What is The Happiest Animal Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, family-friendly show that blends wildlife education with humor, music, and interactive segments. It consistently centers around identifying what animal is making listeners happy today, often featuring playful clues, original songs, and guest experts who range from comedians to scientists. Episodes frequently mix lighthearted storytelling, behind-the-scenes zookeeper anecdotes, and kid-safe science to make natural history feel approachable for both young listeners and grownups. A standout throughline is the warm, conversational vibe that treats curiosity and joy about the natural world as both entertainment and learning. The show's uniqueness lies in its musical bits, audience participation, and a strong emphasis on accessibility a... more

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Recent guests on The Happiest Animal Show include:

1. Sean Jordan
2. Colin Ruggiero
3. Diane Sams
4. Joshua Wittmer
5. Colin Mochrie
6. Tierney Thys
7. David Huntsberger
8. Dr. Chelsea Bennice

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