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Welcome to the award-winning WCS Wild Audio podcast, where you will find reported audio stories covering the latest news and newsmakers from the Wildlife Conservation Society's global conservation program, zoos and aquarium, and their many conservation partners. www.wcs.org/wcs-wild-audio Credits Nat Moss: Executive Producer, Co-Host, Reporter Hannah Kaplan: Associate Producer, Co-Host, Reporter D... more

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As Earth Day turns 25 this year, it seemed like a good moment to reflect on WCS’s mission to protect wildlife and wild places. Why does the protection of biodiversity carry with it so many other benefits for people and the planet? What are the approa... more

In Part 3 of our series featuring the inaugural REEL WILD New York Film Festival, which launches in New York City this week, we talk to the hosts of the popular television series Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom “Protecting the Wild.” They’ll be on han... more

In the second episode of our three-part series on WCS's REEL WILD New York Film Festival, we go behind the scenes to uncover the inspiration behind this inaugural event celebrating remarkable filmmakers and extraordinary wildlife stories from around ... more

This spring, the inaugural WCS-curated REEL WILD New York Film Festival comes to Manhattan. Taking place April 4-5, this two-day event showcases award-winning natural history films and offers a unique chance to hear directly from the filmmakers and e... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant
Wildlife biologist and co-host of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Episode: S6 E3: Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant & Peter Gros of NBC’s Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Host “Family Day” at the REEL WILD™ New York Film Festival, April 5
Peter Gros
Long-time co-host of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Episode: S6 E3: Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant & Peter Gros of NBC’s Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Host “Family Day” at the REEL WILD™ New York Film Festival, April 5
Melissa Carmody
Director of the Karukinka Natural Park
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S5 E7: Chile’s Karukinka Natural Park Turns 20, Part 1: How a Conservation Commitment Blossomed in Tierra del Fuego
Rodrigo Munzenmayer
WCS Ranger
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S5 E7: Chile’s Karukinka Natural Park Turns 20, Part 1: How a Conservation Commitment Blossomed in Tierra del Fuego
Hoyt Peckham
WCS Director of Community Fisheries
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: WCS Wild Audio Summer Series, Part 3: Too Important to Fail | Community Fisheries' Critical Role in Marine Conservation
Allison Maher Stern
Model for the iconic 'Jaws' poster and wildlife advocate
Episode: WCS Wild Audio Summer Series, Part 1: Posing for the Iconic “Jaws” Poster | An Interview with Allison Maher Stern
Jason George
Business development specialist for the Osage Nation
Osage Nation
Episode: S4 E12: Restoring the Prairie's "Landscape Architects" to Their Rightful Home
Hamid Sardar
Filmmaker and scholar of inter-Asian languages and culture, focusing on environmental issues in Mongolia
Episode: S4 E5: Climate Change and Bear Conservation in Mongolia Come Together in an Award-Winning New Documentary
Paulo Colchao
WCS Peru Wildlife Health Specialist
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S4 E3: Avian Influenza Part 1 | A Deadly Virus Spills Over to Mammals

Hosts

Hannah Kaplan
Co-Host, Associate Producer, Reporter
Dan Rosen
Co-Host, Web Producer, Reporter
Nat Moss
Co-Host, Executive Producer, Reporter

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • A Good Podcast, Dragged Down by Terrible Feed Management

    Between its zoos, fieldwork, and international collaborations with other conservation networks, the WCS is able to produce short, informative podcast episodes that highlight conservation issues and work being done to combat them around the globe. In terms of wildlife podcasts made by actual scientists, it’s probably the best available. The only negative is how the feed is run: starting a little over a year since the podcast started, they started uploading rerun episodes under the title of “From ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Satchel__
    United States9 months ago
  • A Good Podcast, Dragged Down by Terrible Feed Management

    Between its zoos, fieldwork, and international collaborations with other conservation networks, the WCS is able to produce short, informative podcast episodes that highlight conservation issues and work being done to combat them around the globe. However, the show frequently releases “From the Vault” episodes - that is to say, reuploading podcasts from earlier seasons. This might make sense for a long running podcast, but considering it has only produced 3 seasons, each under 20 episodes, these... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Satchel__
    United Statesa year ago
  • About the conservation and the people

    Keep it going. Love the stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maryd11$
    United States3 years ago
  • Brevity and Depth on Key Conservation Stories

    If you want to stay up-to-date on complex conservation issues but don’t have much time, WCS Wild Audio is the perfect news source for you. The podcast features top experts on topics such as wildlife health, coral bleaching, and species threatened by human activities. Did you know that many sharks are imperiled by the shark fin trade? If not, give WCS Wild Audio a listen and find out why sharks are vital parts of a healthy marine environment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JK Delaney
    United States3 years ago
  • Great conservation podcast

    This podcast is a very helpful for keeping up-to-date on what is happening in nature conservation all over the world. I would definitely recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Knowybecer
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners find the podcast valuable for keeping up-to-date with conservation efforts, indicating a strong engagement with environmental topics.
Overall, the podcast is praised for providing significant depth on key wildlife topics and for making complex information accessible to a broad audience.
Many listeners appreciate the informative and concise nature of the episodes, highlighting the effectiveness of including expert insights on pressing wildlife issues.
There are some concerns about the management of episode feeds, particularly regarding re-uploaded content, which has led to frustrations among long-time listeners.

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#122
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S4 E11: World Oceans Day | Young Voices Are Speaking Out to Protect the Hudson Canyon
Q: How did Brynn and Leslieann get so involved in ocean conservation at a young age?
Leslieann credits her motivation to the intelligence and social nature of dolphins, while Brynn found her passion through becoming a discovery guide and her Girl Scout project.

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The content revolves around the critical themes of wildlife conservation, focusing on various global initiatives and challenges faced in protecting biodiversity. Listeners can expect to hear about innovative solutions to conservation issues, the impact of climate change, the involvement of communities in preservation efforts, and significant wildlife health crises such as avian influenza outbreaks. The episodes often feature interviews with specialists, offering insights into the intricate relationship between wildlife and habitat preservation, as well as the socio-economic factors influencing environmental protection efforts. This podcast is unique in its combination of scientific reporting and engaging storytelling, appealing to anyone pa... more

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