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Terrestrials

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Welcome, nature lovers, to the home of the Terrestrials podcast and family-friendly Radiolab episodes about nature. Every other week, host Lulu Miller will take you on a nature walk to encounter a plant or animal behaving in ways that will surprise you. Squirrels that can regrow their brains, octopuses that can outsmart their human captors, honeybees that can predict the future. You don’t have to ... more

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What does it really mean to be a dad? In the animal world, fathers have long been painted as aggressive or absent. At best providers and protectors, but certainly not caregivers. And yet for every tale of a lion or chimp dad eating its own young (yik... more

We're back with PURR-T TWO of our big cats journey, and this time, we’re heading even deeper into the cat-iverse.

We travel to India, where conservationist Shatrunjay Pratap Singh introduces us to leopards that live among shepherds and ancient templ... more

Big cats are our most requested animal, but Lulu doesn’t really want to make an episode about them! . She thinks lions, tigers, and their feline cousins are the bullies of the animal kingdom. So Songbud Alan and Producerbud Ana set out to change her ... more

In the depths of the ocean, a tiny male anglerfish catches a scent and follows it through the darkness. Eventually he finds a glowing, toothy female with a bacterial lightbulb on her head. He kisses her… and never lets go. Their bodies permanently fu... more

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Shatrunjay Pratap Singh
Conservationist and leopard tracker
Episode: BIG CATS 2: Leopards & Jaguars (2 Fast, 2 FURious)
Nyeema Harris
Wildlife biologist and Yale professor
Yale University
Episode: BIG CATS 2: Leopards & Jaguars (2 Fast, 2 FURious)
Laura Lisbeth Jaimes Rodriguez
Biologist studying jaguars
Colombia (local research)
Episode: BIG CATS 2: Leopards & Jaguars (2 Fast, 2 FURious)
Alia Shawkat
Actor, guest questioner
Entertainment
Episode: BIG CATS 2: Leopards & Jaguars (2 Fast, 2 FURious)
Luke Hunter
Head of the Big Cats program at the Wildlife Conservation Society
Bronx Zoo, Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: BIG CATS: Lions, Tigers & Roars (Oh My!)
Molly Webster
Senior correspondent for Radiolab, specialist in nature storytelling
Radiolab
Episode: The Wicked Smoocha: Anglerfish Break A World Record
Dr. Corey Evans
Marine biologist focusing on fish anatomy and skulls
University/marine biology research (as introduced in episode)
Episode: The Wicked Smoocha: Anglerfish Break A World Record
Amy Rae
Member of Indigo Girls, guest introducing the aphid story
Indigo Girls
Episode: The Forest Fairy: Aphids Reveal Hidden Harmonies
Yo-Yo Ma
World-renowned cellist, celebrated for collaborations across genres
Yo-Yo Ma
Episode: The Greeting: Yo-Yo Ma's Humpback Whale Experiment

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Lulu Miller
Host of Terrestrials; long-time Radiolab contributor; central figure in nature-forward storytelling.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
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    United States21 days ago
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    United States22 days ago
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    United States23 days ago
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    Lucy bender
    Canadaa month ago
  • Family favorite

    This is a show my kids and I can listen to together and enjoy. Keeps us all curious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    skeeter skonson
    United Statesa month ago

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BIG CATS 2: Leopards & Jaguars (2 Fast, 2 FURious)
Q: Can a leopard eat a human?
Leopards will eat meat of any type but generally avoid humans, and conflict often arises where human settlements encroach on leopard habitats.
BIG CATS: Lions, Tigers & Roars (Oh My!)
Q: Hi, I'm Kai, I'm seven years old, and why do cheetahs have to run so fast?
Because cheetahs hunt with incredibly high-speed chases, and their bodies are adapted for speed—with long legs, a lightweight frame, and non-retractable claws that act like cleats to grip the ground during sprinting.
The Wicked Smoocha: Anglerfish Break A World Record
Q: Before the break, what is the creature that will be doing the kissing?
The Anglerfish, specifically the female with the glow lure, is the one involved in mating; the male attaches and fuses to her, creating the unique kissing dynamic.
The Greeting: Yo-Yo Ma's Humpback Whale Experiment
Q: Why did you want to try to communicate with the whales? Where was the inspiration for that from?
Yo-Yo describes whales as a sophisticated language among our mammal relatives and explains the curiosity to see if musical expression could reach across species, potentially forming a relationship through shared sound.
The Red-Eyed Mascot: Loon Resilience in Minnesota
Q: Do loons have different calls and what do they mean?
The expert outlines tremolo as an alarm call, hoot as family communication, and whistle howl as a long-distance contact call, with tremolo often being the call most people hear.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Terrestrials

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

Terrestrials offers family-friendly, nature-forward storytelling that blends scientific explanation with immersive soundscapes and musical interludes. Episodes often feature expert guests and renowned artists who help unpack curious natural phenomena—from deep-sea biology to animal behavior and ecosystem interdependencies—while weaving in cultural perspectives and audience questions. The show is notable for its friendly, accessible science communication, high production quality, and a willingness to explore whimsical, human-centered angles on the natural world. This mix makes it appealing to curious families, educators, and science-minded listeners who enjoy beautifully crafted narratives that connect nature with everyday wonder and creativ... more

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1. Shatrunjay Pratap Singh
2. Nyeema Harris
3. Laura Lisbeth Jaimes Rodriguez
4. Alia Shawkat
5. Luke Hunter
6. Molly Webster
7. Dr. Corey Evans
8. Amy Rae

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