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Wild Stories

Elliot Connor
Wildlife Conservation
Conservation
Red-Shanked Douc Langurs
Honeybees
Kenya
Vervet Monkeys
Ethical Wildlife Tourism
Spiders
Animal Science
Aye-Aye
Cane Toad
Baboons
Native Bees
Jumping Spiders
Clara the Rhino
Bats
Human-Animal Interactions
Australia
Marine Biology
Madagascar

Weekly audio tales exploring the forgotten history and science of our fellow animals, told by experts, hosted by wildlife filmmaker and conservationist Elliot Connor. New episodes every Wednesday forever. Please follow and leave a review. Thanks!

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Recent Guests

Scott Carver
Wildlife ecologist and professor
University of Georgia
Episode: Easter Special - How Wombats Do Cube-Shaped Poos
Dr. Marissa Tejas
Executive Director and Founder of the Crocodile Research Coalition
Crocodile Research Coalition
Episode: How The British Made Crocodiles Evil
Dr. Sophie Lund Rasmussen
Crazy hedgehog researcher
Independent researcher (Sophie Lund Rasmussen)
Episode: The Secret Sound that Hedgehogs Hear
Heather Sharkey
A historian and expert on the story of Zarafa
Episode: New Year Special - A Giraffe in Paris
Tom Hird
Marine biologist, TV presenter, and the world's only heavy metal marine biologist.
Episode: Uncut - Good Fish, Beardy Fish, Bastard Fish
Dr. Kit Prendergast
Wild bee scientist from Australia, also known as the Bee Babette.
Episode: Saving 500 Invisible Species
Adam Hart
Professor of Science Communication at the University of Gloucestershire and entomologist
University of Gloucestershire
Episode: The Value of Ant Poo
Rick Schwartz
Wildlife communicator and educator based in San Diego
Episode: Uncut - Binturong Pee Smell
John Payne
A biologist with 50 years of experience in wildlife management, primarily in Malaysia.
Episode: The Hairy Rhino Problem

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Elliot Connor
Host of Wild Stories

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Quality

    A very fun way to learn a lot about the natural world. Its packed with knowledge, humor, and fun facts. Loved every second of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yan1497
    Denmark7 months ago
  • What a wild podcast

    Wow! This is a compelling podcast series. Great stories, great animals, great entertainment. Looking forward to hearing more …

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosie Australia
    Australia7 months ago

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Engaging and entertaining, with plenty of science and humor.
Great stories and animals, highly entertaining and educational.
Well-produced, informative, and fun to listen to on commutes.

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Apple Podcasts
#246
United States/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#108
Australia/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#91
Philippines/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#134
Ireland/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#149
Denmark/Science/Nature

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Uncut - The Red Shanked Wrecking Ball Langur
Q: What has been some of your favorite animals to care for?
The vervet monkeys, as they are often considered pests yet have incredible personalities.
Uncut - The Red Shanked Wrecking Ball Langur
Q: How did your lifelong love affair with primates take form?
It started with my obsession with African elephants and later evolved when I began volunteering with orphan baboons, leading to my interest in primates.
Uncut - Good Fish, Beardy Fish, Bastard Fish
Q: Have you got a favorite dive you've ever taken?
He shares a memorable dive at a hydrothermal vent in Iceland, describing the unique marine life and temperatures, which was a remarkable experience.
Uncut - Good Fish, Beardy Fish, Bastard Fish
Q: So tell me, Tom, how do you become a TV presenter?
Tom explains that after initially pursuing an academic career in marine biology, he realized the importance of public perception in shark conservation and began focusing on science communication instead.
Saving 500 Invisible Species
Q: Can you tell us about your journey in discovering native bees?
I first realised there were more bees than honey bees when I was in undergrad... and then I really got into native bees.

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Weekly nature and science storytelling series hosted by a wildlife filmmaker and conservationist, featuring expert guests who share conservation insights, historical context, and behind-the-scenes fieldwork. Episodes cover wildlife behavior, ecosystem interconnections, ethical tourism, and the social dynamics of conservation, often weaving personal anecdotes with scientific context to unpack complex wildlife stories. Notable strengths include a diverse slate of guests with deep domain expertise and a blend of education, humor, and accessible science, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy rigorous wildlife nonfiction presented in an engaging,-personal style.

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2. Dr. Marissa Tejas
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