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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
Native Bees
Baboons
Clara the Rhino
Jumping Spiders
Bats
Human-Animal Interactions
Australia
Elephants
Marine Biology

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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Hyenas are smart. They put young women in charge. But they're also classist bastards. On this episode, the fantastic Dr Eli Strauss shares the secret that allows just a few enterprising low-born hyenas to beat the odds, rise up and take the crown in ... more

When sheep and rabbits made the British introduce stoats to New Zealand, millions of kiwi got munched. This is the story of the sneaky conservation heist - Operation Nest Egg - bringing them back from the brink recounted by the wonderful Lindsey Gray... more

This week on Wild Stories we're joined by the insect researcher who discovered how elephants talk - Caitlin O'Connell Rodwell. I learnt how Botswana doubled its elephants whilst populations across Africa were halved, the reason pregnant ellies are br... more

When is half an acorn better than a whole one? The great Dr Karen Munroe joins the show to fill us in on one of the most chaotically fascinating squirrel-acorn-forest studies ever conducted, nut evolution and the scientific value of hoovers.

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Eli Strauss
Assistant Professor at Michigan State University; co-director of the Mara Hyena Project
Michigan State University / Mara Hyena Project
Episode: How Pleb Hyenas Become Queens
Caitlin O'Connell Rodwell
Researcher at Stanford University, elephant behaviorist
Stanford University
Episode: Eavesdropping on Elephants
Dr. Karen Munroe
Professor of biology, Baldwin Wallace University
Baldwin Wallace University
Episode: The Half Acorn Paradox
Mike Pienkowski
Conservationist, former head of ornithology
Nature Conservancy Council
Episode: Saving the Underpants Bird
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

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Elliot Connor
Host of Wild Stories

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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
    Denmark8 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
    Australia8 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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#204
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How Pleb Hyenas Become Queens
Q: how do the very lowliest ranking hyenas rise to the top?
By forming strong social alliances and leveraging support from close allies, which can enable individuals to move up the hierarchy even when birth rank would predict otherwise.
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.

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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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5. Scott Carver
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