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Talking Apes

GLOBIO
Conservation
Chimpanzees
Gorilla Doctors
Mountain Gorillas
One Health Approach
Great Apes
World Gorilla Day
Veterinary Medicine
Climate Change
Wildlife Conservation
Ecotourism
Max Planck Institute Of Animal Behavior
Ape Evolution
Human Evolution
Playful Teasing
Fibrovia Tincturia
Orangutans
Primate Coloration
Primatology
Diversity In Academia

A primate podcast examining the world of great apes - chimps, gorillas, orangutans, bonobos, and humans. Our remarkable guests are at the forefront of science and conservation, exploring our brains, evolution, anatomy, disease, wildlife, biodiversity, and the ecosystems we all depend on for survival. Visit our official website: talkingapes.orgTalking Apes is a program of the nonprofit GLOBIO.

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Latest Episodes

Paleoanthropologist Dr. Matt Tocheri joins host Gerry Ellis to explore the remarkable discovery of Homo floresiensis — the so-called Flores “Hobbit” of Indonesia. What does this small-bodied, small-brained human tell us about our own evolutionary sto... more

This World Gorilla Day, Talking Apes kicks off Season 5 with a fascinating guest: behavioral ecologist and evolutionary biologist Robin Morrison.

Robin has worked with both mountain and western lowland gorillas, giving her a rare perspective on how ... more

In this episode of Talking Apes, we follow Dr. Rachna Reddy into the the African rainforest, where the laughter of chimps and the quiet rhythms of bonobo life echo deeper truths about who we are. As a biological anthropologist and co-director of the ... more

What does a Congolese rainforest childhood reveal about the roots of human cooperation? In this captivating episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Dr. Gul Deniz Salali, evolutionary anthropologist at University College London, to explore her groun... more

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Dr. Robin Morrison
Senior Researcher at the University of Zurich's Institute of Evolutionary Anthropology.
University of Zurich
Episode: Inside the Society of Gorillas: World Gorilla Day 2025 with Dr. Robin Morrison | Episode 72
Dr. Rachna Reddy
A biological anthropologist and primatologist at the University of Utah, focusing on social relationships in primates.
University of Utah
Episode: World Chimpanzee Day with Dr Rachna Reddy | Episode 71
Dr. Deniz Salali
An evolutionary anthropologist at University College London conducting fieldwork among the Bayaka people.
University College London
Episode: What BaYaka Children Can Teach About Being Human with Dr Deniz Salali | Episode 70
Dr. Adriano Lameira
Expert in primatology and the study of vocal and cultural behavior of great apes
Department of Psychology, University of Warwick
Episode: Talking Apes, Yes, All Apes! with Dr. Adriano Lameira | Episode 69
Luke Fannin
Biological anthropologist and functional morphologist at Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College
Episode: The Climbing Secret Behind Monkey Bars with Luke Fannin | Episode 68
Anna Rathmann
Executive Director of the Jane Goodall Institute
Jane Goodall Institute
Episode: Happy EARTH DAY! With Jane Goodall Institute's Anna Rathmann | Episode 67
Sean Southey
Chair of the IUCN's Commission on Education and Communication and CEO of the Canadian Wildlife Federation
Canadian Wildlife Federation
Episode: IUCN’s Role in Saving Our Planet with Sean Southey | Episode 66
Andie Ang
Leading researcher on colobines and president of the Jane Goodall Institute in Singapore.
Jane Goodall Institute in Singapore
Episode: Southeast Asia’s Secret Monkeys with Dr. Andie Ang | Episode 65
Jeremy DeSilva
Paleoanthropologist at Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College
Episode: Tracing Our Footsteps Through Time with Jeremy DeSilva | Episode 64

Hosts

Jerry Ellis
Host of the podcast, bringing expertise in primate studies and conservation efforts.
Gerry Ellis

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Best Primates Podcast

    I love Talking Apes! Jerry touches on such diverse aspects of primatology without getting too “sciencey” or in the weeds anyway. The episodes are all interesting and informative. This podcast is not just 3 stoned friends cracking jokes for 3/4 of every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
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    supersmarti
    United States2 years ago

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The quality of esteemed guests and the host's insightful questioning are highly praised.
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The diverse range of topics keeps the content fresh and engaging for audiences.

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#206
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#112
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#17
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#82
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World Chimpanzee Day with Dr Rachna Reddy | Episode 71
Q: What makes a social relationship important to apes like us?
A social relationship at its core means two individuals have repeated social interactions together, leading to an understanding of each other as individuals.
What BaYaka Children Can Teach About Being Human with Dr Deniz Salali | Episode 70
Q: Can you describe the Bayaka community and their lifestyle?
Dr. Salali talks about the Bayaka's hunter-gatherer lifestyle in the Congo rainforest, emphasizing their mobility, cooperation in childcare, and deep connection with nature.
What BaYaka Children Can Teach About Being Human with Dr Deniz Salali | Episode 70
Q: How does someone who studies molecular biology and genetics end up studying Bayaka people in the Congo Basin?
Dr. Salali explains her winding path through various academic interests until she discovered anthropology, ultimately leading to her fieldwork with the Bayaka.
The Climbing Secret Behind Monkey Bars with Luke Fannin | Episode 68
Q: Where does this start to play into hominin evolution?
Down climbing still requires flexible arms and may have influenced the evolution of these features.
The Climbing Secret Behind Monkey Bars with Luke Fannin | Episode 68
Q: How does one get from food properties to a fascination with elbows, wrists and shoulders?
Moving in space to get food is incredibly important for selecting different kinds of limb postures and morphologies.

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Focusing on primatology and conservation, this podcast examines the fascinating lives of great apes—chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, and bonobos—and their connections to humans. Episodes feature interviews with renowned scientists and conservationists who share their insights into topics such as evolutionary biology, social relationships, and environmental challenges facing these species. Discussions often highlight groundbreaking research and fieldwork, providing a blend of scientific knowledge and engaging storytelling that aims to inspire awareness and action towards wildlife conservation and biodiversity.

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Recent guests on Talking Apes include:

1. Dr. Robin Morrison
2. Dr. Rachna Reddy
3. Dr. Deniz Salali
4. Dr. Adriano Lameira
5. Luke Fannin
6. Anna Rathmann
7. Sean Southey
8. Andie Ang

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