The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc.
Natural Encounters, Inc.Join co-hosts Chris and Ari for a discussion of animal training, behavior, human-animal relationships, and all things NEI-TEC (the Natural Encounters Inc Training and Education Center), and featuring guests from the NEI team and around the professional animal care world! Email us at podcast@naturalencounters.com if you have a question or something you'd like us to discuss on the show!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 292 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Social SciencesScience | |||
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Join Lucy and Adam as we welcome the Assistant Supervisor of our macaw show, Bradley Moore, to the show as we discuss a new trainer/keeper's toolkit.
In this episode, we discuss what helps some folks to move ahead rapidly and the soft skills that s... more
Surprise episode! Join us for a fun talk about happy little accidents featuring Scott Trauger and Ari Bailey, as we try to not take ourselves too seriously and celebrate Halloween with the spectral form of Lucy to help guide our misadventures!
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Join Adam and Lucy as they welcome Kyle Alexander from Bearizona wildlife park. In this episode, we discuss guest experience, sharing our message as an institution, and how to interpret in your own way.
Kyle's recommended reading:
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Join Lucy and Adam on their first solo episode. We get to learn a little about them and hear some of their stories.
Feel free to share any thoughts or feedback in the comments below or at Podcast@naturalencounters.com!
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A very entertaining podcast that covers a diverse array of topics. Chris and Ari are great hosts!
Podchaser53 years agoAdam Herrera- An epic find!
Both entertaining and educational! This podcast is not just for people who are in the the animal field , Chris and Ari touch upon so many topics including leadership, communication, animals and more! The sky’s the limit when it comes to this podcast and you never know who the next guest speaker is or what topic they will touch upon next! Highly recommend!!!
Apple Podcasts5KN_95
United States3 years ago - Useful in all aspects of life!
This podcast has taught me so many useful tips and tricks not just on animal related things for work, but even more about people interactions. It is truly helpful even for those who are not in the animal field, but looking for better ways to communicate with peers. There’s great episodes that can help on the leadership side of things too! I have learned so much from their podcasts, it has helped me grow into the human I am. I have learned new ways to support those around me and build better, mor... more
Apple Podcasts5sammi_grumanUnited States3 years ago - Educational and entertaining
Hello All!
I highly recommend this podcast to anyone and everyone who has an interest in animal care and behavior. As a current animal science student this podcast has been a fantastic dose of animal behavior and “behind the scenes” conversations, and insights to real day to day animal care situations that I do not get while earning my degree. On top of all of this Ari and Chris speak in terms and with a realness that everyone can relate to. Love this pod ! #ForeverSpeakingIntoAMicrophone ☺️
Apple Podcasts5lauvie01United States3 years ago - Hope you are all better Ari and that Chris is recovering too!!
You two have been through it! Feel better soon and stay well although that’s easier said than done!!
Apple Podcasts5Lolo13419United States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #127 | United States/Science/Social Sciences |
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Apple Podcasts | #63 |  Taiwan/Science/Social Sciences |
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A practical, species-agnostic look at animal care, training, and leadership from NEI's training and education ecosystem. Episodes center on human-animal relationships, welfare-centered practices, and the evolution of coaching and collaboration within animal care teams. Guests range from trainers and curators to zoo leaders, sharing real-world insights, data-driven approaches, and stories from the field. The show often blends technical discussions with personal journeys, leadership lessons, and team dynamics, making it informative for professionals and educators who want actionable ideas for their organizations or careers. A notable strength is the ongoing emphasis on ethics, welfare outcomes, and clear communication as core to successful an... more
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