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Avian Influenza
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Convention On Biological Diversity
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New York Bight
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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 artificial intelligence rapidly transforms media, journalists and conservationists are confronting a new and unsettling reality: What happens when we can no longer trust what we see in nature documentaries and wildlife photography?

This week WCS... more

This week on WCS Wild Audio, we’re taking a short break from our usual programming to share an episode from another show we absolutely love. It comes to us from our friends at Terrestrials — the wildly inventive family science podcast from Radiolab a... more

This week, as we mark the 10th anniversary of the National Bison Legacy Act, WCS Wild Audio revisits its report on how extraordinary partnerships across geography, culture, and politics helped make the American bison our national mammal. Looking ahea... more

Each year, the WCS Career Lattice supports over 1,900 youth ages 14 to 24 in volunteer, internship, and employment opportunities across its five parks in New York City. It’s helping young people turn early opportunities into meaningful careers, as th... more

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Luke Hunter
Head of the Big Cats program at the Wildlife Conservation Society
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: From Radiolab and WNYC: "Terrestrials" | E40 BIG CATS: Lions, Tigers & Roars (Oh My!)
Miriam Horn
Biographer of George Schaller, author of Homesick for a World Unknown
Author of the Schaller biography
Episode: S7 E7: A New Biography Captures Conservation Luminary Dr. George Schaller
Sean Flynn
Bronx beekeeper featured in Keeper
Boogie Down Bronx Honey
Episode: S7 E6: Bronx Bees Star in Award-Winning "Keeper" at REEL WILD New York Film Festival
Hannah Rafkin
Filmmaker of Keeper
School of Visual Arts (documentary student at the time of project)
Episode: S7 E6: Bronx Bees Star in Award-Winning "Keeper" at REEL WILD New York Film Festival
Dr. Edith Widder
Scientist, ocean explorer
ORCA (Ocean Research & Conservation Alliance)
Episode: S7 E5: A Life Illuminated: Dr. Edith Widder’s Ocean Discoveries | REEL WILD™ New York Film Festival
Amy Fraenkel
CMS Executive Secretary
Convention on Migratory Species (CMS)
Episode: S7 E4: This Month in Brazil, Renewed Hope for the World’s Migratory Species
Sebastian Valdivieso
Country director and legal representative for WCS in Ecuador
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S7 E3: Gold Mining and Mercury in the Amazon
Oscar Loayza
Conservationist at WCS Bolivia
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: S7 E3: Gold Mining and Mercury in the Amazon
Victoria Goodday
Public policy specialist with the Wildlife Conservation Society Canada
Wildlife Conservation Society Canada
Episode: S7 E2: An Urgent Effort to Protect Canada’s Peatlands

Hosts

Lulu Miller
Host of Terrestrials on Radiolab/WNYC; co-host of WCS Wild Audio
Ana Gonzalez
Producer and co-host
Nat Moss
Host and reporter; Executive Producer, Co-Host, Reporter
Hannah Kaplan
Co-Host and Associate Producer
Dan Rosen
Co-Host and Web Producer

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 56 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 States2 years 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 States3 years ago
  • About the conservation and the people

    Keep it going. Love the stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maryd11$
    United States4 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 States4 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 States4 years ago

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Guests bring strong expertise; occasionally critiques about feed management.
Content is informative for conservation professionals and enthusiasts.
High-quality guest mix; approachable storytelling keeps complex topics engaging.
Concise but rich with science and field insights.
Strong educational value; episodes feel action-oriented for real-world impact.

Chart Rankings

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#224
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#103
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#250
Canada/Science/Nature
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#67
Germany/Science/Nature
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#184
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#34
India/Science/Nature

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From Radiolab and WNYC: "Terrestrials" | E40 BIG CATS: Lions, Tigers & Roars (Oh My!)
Q: Why do cheetahs have to run so fast?
Cheetahs rely on an explosive high-speed sprint enabled by specialized claws, a long flexible spine, and long legs, all adapted for sheer speed to catch swift prey.
From Radiolab and WNYC: "Terrestrials" | E40 BIG CATS: Lions, Tigers & Roars (Oh My!)
Q: What exactly are we talking about when we say big cats?
We focus on the Panthera lineage—tigers, lions, jaguars, leopards, and snow leopards—as the core group of truly big cats and explore what distinguishes them from others like cheetahs.
From Radiolab and WNYC: "Terrestrials" | E40 BIG CATS: Lions, Tigers & Roars (Oh My!)
Q: What makes big cats more than just cool and powerful?
They are defined by complex social structures, family dynamics, and vocalizations that serve social and protective roles, showing depth beyond their impressive physical presence.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About WCS Wild Audio

What is WCS Wild Audio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Short-form episodes cover wildlife conservation, science, and policy through expert interviews, field reports, and storytelling from a global network of conservation partners. Topics regularly span big-picture strategy (policy, international collaborations, and funding) to on-the-ground realities (wildlife health, habitat protection, and community-led conservation), with a focus on actionable insights for practitioners, researchers, and funders. Notable is the blend of rigorous science, real-world impact, and accessible storytelling, often featuring guest experts from the Wildlife Conservation Society and allied organizations, plus on-location reports from zoos, field sites, and diverse ecosystems. The show maintains a concise, informative ... more

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2. Miriam Horn
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4. Hannah Rafkin
5. Dr. Edith Widder
6. Amy Fraenkel
7. Sebastian Valdivieso
8. Oscar Loayza

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