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Ecology
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African Pygmy Hedgehog
Common Snapping Turtle
Bobcats
Solenodon
Sturgeon
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Cicadas
Leafcutter Ants
Sea Turtles
Hazel Dormouse
Albatrosses
American Paddlefish
Giant Anteater
Hairy Frog
Endangered Species

Join us, Ellen and Christian Weatherford, while we review your favorite species of animals and rate them out of ten in the categories of effectiveness, ingenuity and aesthetics. More information can be found at justthezooofus.com 😊 Got a species you want us to review? Submit your animal friend to us at ellen@justthezooofus.com and when we review your animal we'll give you a shoutout! 😊 Cover art... more

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Ellen lets the sand cat out of the bag. We discuss dangerously approaching Hey Arnold, refusal to poop on unfamiliar toilets, blood gushers, a myth of dirty underwear, Cat Premium, and so much more.

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Ellen & special guests, Ella Hubber and Tom Lum of Let’s Learn Everything, turn our gazes to the skies and talk animals in space. We discuss the fruit fly fan club, the great big farm on the moon, which earthlings were ACTUALLY the first to make the ... more

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Ellen jaws away about the great white shark. We discuss making our own planetary rings, performance-enhancing Speedos, how sharks sleep, the White Shark CafĂŠ, IRL baby shark, and so much more.

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Tom Lum
Co-host from Let's Learn Everything, introduced as a guest from the Other show
Let's Learn Everything
Episode: 334: Animals in Space w/ Let's Learn Everything!
Ella Hubber
Co-host from Let's Learn Everything, introduced as a guest
Let's Learn Everything
Episode: 334: Animals in Space w/ Let's Learn Everything!
Taylor Smirl
Host of Still Buffering
Still Buffering
Episode: Casters on Casters: Teylor Smirl and Ellen Weatherford
Kartick Satyanarayan
Co-founder and CEO of Wildlife SOS
Wildlife SOS
Episode: 332: Asian Elephants w/ Kartick Satyanarayan!
Jarod K. Anderson
Writer and poet known as The CryptoNaturalist
The CryptoNaturalist / Penguin Random House (publisher of Strange Animals)
Episode: 330: Cryptids w/ the Cryptonaturalist, Jarod K. Anderson!
Jody Ross
Listener who submitted the Coelacanth topic
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Episode: 329: Coelacanth
Dalton Mason
Producer behind Apollo the Parrot
Apollo and Frens
Episode: 328: Apollo the African Grey Parrot w/ Dalton Mason!
Vinny Thomas
Comedian, writer, and nature enthusiast
Episode: 320: Vinny Thomas's Top 3 Urban Wildlife Species!
Jordan Beasley
Wildlife educator and zookeeper
Episode: 318: Jungle Jordan's Top 3 Friend-Shaped Carnivores!

Hosts

Ellen Weatherford
Co-host and lead host with a strong emphasis on natural history storytelling and audience engagement
Christian Weatherford
Co-host providing scientific context and humor in conversations about animals

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Charm + Facts

    …and no ads!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BarnOwl66
    United States5 days ago
  • I like animals, I don’t really listen to this podcast. I just wanted to spread the word about Jimmy

    My favorite animal is an otter I am also a person who is spreading Jimmy a podcast. Traveler. he is a Stick Figure with a suitcase and a hat.🤠 I hope anyone who listens to this podcast can spread the word about Jimmy thank you and goodbye

    Apple Podcasts
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    I like potatoes 🥔🥔
    United States16 days ago
  • Super cool

    5 stars don’t forget about 🐓 the measurements of the world love this podcast would recommended to anybody. I think this is one of my all-time favorites

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hello the Oogie Oogie
    United States20 days ago
  • 12345

    Hi, I really love your podcast. I love to listen to this whenever I see a new episode, I jumped I listen to this every night Bye I love your podcast so much.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Oba back Ata
    United States21 days ago
  • Hi

    Please do episode on capybaras

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Listeners repeatedly mention how research-informed yet entertaining the conversations are.
Audience enjoys the cheerful, welcoming tone and clear science explanation.
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Many reviews highlight the hosts' chemistry and humor as a key draw.

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#99
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#17
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#113
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#210
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334: Animals in Space w/ Let's Learn Everything!
Q: What was the first mammal in space and what happened to it?
The first mammal in space was a rhesus macaque (though earlier, fruit flies and other animals were sent). The early monkeys and dogs faced extreme risks; some did not survive, while others returned, informing later human spaceflight decisions.
Casters on Casters: Teylor Smirl and Ellen Weatherford
Q: How do you balance nostalgia with accuracy when talking about old media?
We lean into personal experience and memory, do some light research, and are upfront about anything that doesn't hold up, aiming for a subjective yet insightful conversation rather than a history lesson.
Casters on Casters: Teylor Smirl and Ellen Weatherford
Q: What inspired you to start Castors on Castors and bring in guests from different shows?
We wanted to create a space where the art of podcasting could be discussed with guests who bring different perspectives, while also exploring how our own nostalgia for media shapes our conversations and topics.
332: Asian Elephants w/ Kartick Satyanarayan!
Q: What are the action items to help Asian elephants in the current situation?
Education, community engagement, rescue operations, veterinary care, and training/prevention programs, including public awareness about ethical tourism and ongoing outreach.
326: Moth Flies w/ Emily, your Certified Bug Friend!
Q: If this is anyone's first time listening to this podcast, our whole deal is that we rate animals out of 10 in different categories. And the first category is effectiveness.
We assess physical adaptations that help animals secure food, avoid predators, and survive in their environment, and then assign a numeric rating based on how impressive those traits are for the species' lifestyle.

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A lighthearted, science-forward show that blends entertaining banter with accessible animal biology and conservation. Across episodes, the hosts explore a wide range of species—often debunking myths, describing unique adaptations, and discussing real-world implications for ecosystems and human society. Guests typically bring hands-on experience in education, zoology, or wildlife care, enriching conversations with practical insights and approachable explanations. The format emphasizes curiosity, humor, and clear, well-researched takeaways, making it a strong fit for listeners who enjoy learning about animals in an engaging, low-stress setting. A notable strength is the duo's ability to rate and compare species with concrete criteria while we... more

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