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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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Many New Yorkers have great memories of the Bronx Zoo's World of Darkness. It was a groundbreaking exhibit when it opened in 1969. This summer, the zoo opened a new version that features some fascinating species. From naked mole rats to aye ayes to v... more

Guanacos—fleet-footed cousins of the llama—roam the windswept grasslands of South America in one of the world’s longest overland migrations. But fences, hunting, and competition with livestock are putting their survival at risk.

Ahead of the 2nd Int... more

Recently, staff at WCS’s New York Aquarium got a call from the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The authorities had intercepted an illegal shipment of corals and they needed WCS’s help. When corals come into the country like this, they typically can’t b... more

Talented, passionate local conservation leaders are critical for the durable conservation of wildlife and wild places around the world. To address the need for them, WCS launched the Graduate Scholarship Program in 1996 to provide financial support f... more

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Recent Guests

Denise Garcia
Conservation consultant from Belize
Episode: S6 E9: The Graduate Scholarship Program
Richard Malonga
WCS Country Director from Republic of Congo
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S6 E9: The Graduate Scholarship Program
Peter Umunay
Thematic lead for food systems and land use at the Global Environment Facility
Global Environment Facility
Episode: S6 E9: The Graduate Scholarship Program
Stacy Jupiter
Head of Wildlife Conservation Society's Global Marine Program
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S6 E8: The WCS 30x30 Ocean Accelerator Is Leveraging $40 Million for Marine Conservation
Pamela Castillo
Currently leading the WCS Marine Program's efforts to achieve the 30x30 goal
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S6 E8: The WCS 30x30 Ocean Accelerator Is Leveraging $40 Million for Marine Conservation
Jorge Parra
Behavioral Ecologist and Deputy Director of Biodiversity at WCS Columbia
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S6 E5: The Conservation Leadership Programme Turns 40
Deepshikha Sharma
Works with Nature Conservation Foundation focusing on community-based conservation
Nature Conservation Foundation, India
Episode: S6 E5: The Conservation Leadership Programme Turns 40
Camila Kass
CLP Award recipient working on the preservation of the Thorntail Mountain Lizard
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S6 E5: The Conservation Leadership Programme Turns 40
Dr. Liz Bennett
Vice President for Species Conservation at the Wildlife Conservation Society
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S6 E4: This Earth Day, Working to Save the Heart of the Wild

Hosts

Hannah Kaplan
Co-Host and Reporter focusing on wildlife conservation issues, leading discussions that involve both scientific perspectives and compelling narratives.
Dan Rosen
Co-Host and Reporter who provides insights and stories focusing on conservation efforts and wildlife protection.
Nat Moss
Co-Host and Reporter involved in ensuring that global conservation narratives are effectively communicated.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years 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 praise the podcast for its informative and concise storytelling about vital conservation issues.
Some concerns have been raised about the management of episode releases, particularly regarding re-airing of old episodes that clutter the feed.
Many find the content engaging and appreciate the opportunity to hear directly from conservation experts.

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#226
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#240
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#60
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#68
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#79
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#106
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S6 E4: This Earth Day, Working to Save the Heart of the Wild
Q: What are some of the strategies that WCS employs to protect species and their habitat?
WCS uses good science to study animal needs, collaborate with local communities for protection, and reduce conflicts between wildlife and humans.
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 offers listeners a rich tapestry of audio stories that capture the vital narratives from the Wildlife Conservation Society's extensive global conservation work, including initiatives from zoos, aquariums, and partnerships with conservation allies. Focusing on topical conservation issues, episodes cover diverse themes such as the protection of endangered species, marine health, and the role of local communities in conservation efforts. Noteworthy are the podcast's efforts to blend scientific insights with engaging storytelling, making complex conservation topics accessible and relevant to a wide audience.

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2. Richard Malonga
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