Let's Talk Wild
Welcome to the Let's Talk Wild Podcast, where we talk about all things related to animals and wildlife. From news, conservation, activism, science, research, animal rights and laws, and even animals in pop culture. If you love animals, this is the place for you. Let's Talk! "I've always had a strong passion, respect, and bond with animals. I created the Let's Talk Wild Podcast from all those things." - Tay
Episodes
Today, we'll be discussing how the world's most critically endangered Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle was found washed ashore, covered in hitchhiker organisms in Galveston, Texas. Not only was this a rare sighting, but a scary one at that, with barnacles and algae covering most of its body. Let’s Talk!
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Today, we'll discuss how the prop from Jim Carrey's famous 1995 film Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls, mechanical 'butt birth' Rhino, is up for auction. The movie prop was made to resemble a Southern White Rhinoceros, which is the only species of Rhino not endangered. During the podcast, we'll discuss some conservation facts, including how this specific subspecies was once reduced to fewer than 100 individual...
Today, we'll be talking about the little Japanese Macaque Monkey, named Punch, who has gone viral on the internet for carrying his emotional support Orangutan plush toy after being bullied by other Monkeys at the Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Garden in Japan. Let's Talk!
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Today, we'll be talking about the Cow that has become a global icon overnight! Veronika, a Brown Cow from Austria, who uses sticks and brushes to help scratch her body. This is the world's first documented case of a Cow using tools. Is this one step for Cows, and one giant scratch for the Animal Species? Let's Talk!
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The animals are doing what they want and going wild! Today, I'll discuss how a raccoon broke into, got drunk, and destroyed an ABC store in Virginia, and then passed out in the bathroom. This is the dramatic saga of one rogue raccoon’s epic night of chaos—shattered bottles, questionable decisions, and the bathroom floor that ended it all. Let's Talk!
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A New Snake Species Is Named After Steve Irwin | Irwin's Wolf Snake | Animal & Wildlife News Podcast
A newly identified species of non-venomous snake was discovered on Great Nicobar Island in India and named Irwin’s wolf snake in honor of Australian zookeeper, conservationist, television personality, and wildlife educator Steve Irwin. Let's Talk!
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Plastic seems to be everywhere, including in the stomachs of sea Animals. A new research study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences journal has broken down the different types of ingested plastic and the amount that is fatal to Seabirds, Marine Mammals, and Sea Turtles. Let's Talk!
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The Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary in New Zealand has shut down and has started euthanizing its elderly Lions. Financial issues are the reason for the closure, and unfortunately, the facility has already euthanized two Lions. There has been global outrage over the sanctuary's decision and calls to save the remaining Lions at the park. Let's Talk!
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Why do birds seem to have it out for your car? In this episode, we dive into the science behind bird car targeting behavior. Is it because of the car model, or is it the color? The Bird Dropping Report unveils which cars get pooped on the most and why. Let's Talk!
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It’s the first Let’s Talk Wild Podcast book club discussion, and I’m thrilled to be joined by Leokadia George, the author behind the heartwarming children’s book Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup. Trumpet Becomes a Mom is the fourth book in the series, based on a real-life Mexican gray wolf at the New York Wolf Conservation Center. The book blends love, family, and wildlife conservation into a story perfect for young readers—and their f...
Jane Goodall, the British primatologist, conservationist, animal researcher, and educator, has passed away at the age of 91. Let's discuss her legacy and what she meant to the world and to the animals. Let's Talk!
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New Species of Deep-Sea Coral Named After Star Wars Character Chewbacca - Coral Conservation & Facts
Are you guys Star Wars fans? Because today we'll discuss the new species of deep-sea Coral named after George Lucas' Star Wars character, Chewbacca. We'll also dive into some Coral education, conservation, and facts. Let's Talk!
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The legendary snake is back! Today, I'll be discussing some interesting facts about anacondas and reacting to the brand new Anaconda (2025) Official Movie Trailer. Is this reboot of the iconic jungle horror franchise the comeback we've been waiting for? Let’s Talk! 🐍
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Today, we'll discuss the relationship black people have with animals and the importance of bridging the gap between the two, featuring stories from my childhood and my thoughts on being bullied for loving animals. Let's Talk!
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Senator John Neely Kennedy (R-La.) warns that eating radioactive Shrimp from other countries could turn you into an Alien! His concerns came after the FDA recalled frozen Shrimp sold at Walmart and Kroger that contained the radioactive isotope, cesium-137. We'll listen to his wild claim and my reaction to this bizarre moment in politics. Let's Talk!
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Join me in celebrating National Wildlife Day as we explore how wildlife has influenced human creativity across different creative industries. We will discuss how the animal kingdom has left its mark on poetry, music, fashion, art, and film. Whether you’re a creative, a conservationist, or just curious about the connection between nature and culture, this episode will open your eyes to the wild inspiration all around us.
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The flesh-eating New World Screwworm has returned to the U.S. A Maryland resident was the first human case of 2025. We'll review the timeline, facts, and how it infected the person, symptoms, treatments, and what this means for travelers, pet owners, and public health. Let's Talk!
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The Georgia Aquarium has announced the passing of one of its male Whale Sharks, named Taroko. Let’s Talk!
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The San Antonio Zoo has welcomed new baby South African Pygmy Falcons that have become the internet's latest meme bird. Let’s Talk!
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In July 2025, inspectors at a former nuclear weapons site in South Carolina made a bizarre discovery: a Wasp nest emitting radiation 10 times above federal safety limits. It's a strange and unsettling reminder of the legacy left behind by the Cold War era, and it’s a weird reminder that nuclear waste doesn't just sit quietly underground. It interacts with the world around it, and sometimes, it ends up inside a Wasp nest. ...
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