Episodios

  • "THE BOY AND THE LION" with Mike Saito and Turk Pipkin
    Sep 30 2025

    This week, I’m joined by Mike Saito, now a lead safari guide in Kenya’s Maasai Mara, and author/filmmaker Turk Pipkin to share the extraordinary story behind their new book, The Boy and the Lion. The book is based on Mike’s real childhood, when at just six years old he had a life-changing encounter with a lion — an experience that shaped the man he would become.

    In our conversation, Mike reflects on how that boyhood moment led him down the path to guiding others through the wonders of the Mara, while Turk discusses the collaboration that brought this true story to life. We also dive into the beauty, challenges, and enduring magic of safaris in one of the world’s most iconic wildlife regions.

    This episode connects past to present — the boy in the story is now the guide who helps others discover the wild for themselves.

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  • "UKRAINE'S ANIMAL SHELTER SIRIUS" saving animals from war
    Sep 23 2025

    I recently traveled to Ukraine and, on September 5, recorded this episode in person with Alexandra Mezinova, founder of the country’s largest no-kill animal shelter in fact the largest in all of Europe, and her sister Larysa Khmara, who plays a key role in running it. Their shelter is home to more than 3,000 animals, with over one-third rescued directly from the front lines of the war.

    Together, the sisters share an unflinching look at life in Kyiv during wartime—how they care for thousands of dogs, cats, and other animals while supporting their community, and what true resilience and compassion look like when every day brings new challenges.

    Recorded on the ground just weeks ago, this conversation captures the sounds, spirit, and unwavering hope of modern Ukraine, proving that love and determination can save lives—even in the most difficult circumstances.

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  • "AMSTERDAM'S DE POEZENBOOT ( THE CAT BOAT" ) with Paula Combs
    Sep 16 2025

    All aboard for the world’s most purr-fect rescue! 🚤🐾 In the heart of Amsterdam floats De Poezenboot—the famous Cat Boat. It’s exactly what it sounds like: a floating sanctuary where rescued cats find safety, care, and maybe even their forever home.

    This week,Paula Combs tells the story of how a quirky idea became an international icon of compassion. You’ll hear about the cats who call the canals home, the volunteers who keep the boat afloat, and the surprising ways tourists and locals alike are touched by this floating feline family.

    From meows on the water to tails of second chances, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the most magical rescues happen where you least expect them—like on a houseboat full of whiskers. 🐱⚓

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    Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing


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  • "THE MAGIC OF FIRE FLIES" with Sara Lewis
    Sep 9 2025

    Fireflies aren’t just summer nostalgia—they’re nature’s little magicians. ✨

    Dr. Sara Lewis, the world’s leading “firefly person,” professor emerita at Tufts, and author of Silent Sparks.joins the show.

    Sara takes us behind the glow, sharing how fireflies flirt with light signals, the wild (and sometimes sneaky) ways they attract mates, and why our backyards may hold more magic than we realize. From moonlit meadows to cutting-edge conservation, it’s a sparkling journey into the lives of these magical insects—and a reminder that wonder is just a flash away.

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    Silent Sparks: The Wondrous World of Fireflies

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    Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!!


    Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing


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    1 h y 14 m
  • "CANINE CLASSICAL MUSIC FOR DOGS" with Lisa Spector
    Sep 2 2025

    Lisa Spector, concert pianist and founder of My Zen Pet and her new venture, Canine Classical. Lisa has devoted her career to creating calming music designed specifically for dogs, blending her virtuoso performance with a passion for canine well-being.

    In this episode, Lisa shares the science and inspiration behind her work, the journey from concert halls to composing for pets, and the launch of her new company and new album focused on canine relaxation and enrichment. As a special treat, Lisa sits at the piano during the conversation and plays a piece by Chopin—just for the dogs.

    Discover how classical music can transform your pet’s environment, reduce stress, and strengthen the bond between you and your four-legged companion.

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    Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!!


    Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing


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  • " PIPPA EHRLICH...her journey sharing Wild Truths..so far"
    Aug 26 2025

    Pippa Ehrlich, acclaimed director of My Octopus Teacher, Kulu’s Journey, The Pangolin Story, and My Mercury, joins this week’s conversation to share her extraordinary path as a filmmaker and conservation storyteller. She reflects on how her work brings hidden animal lives and fragile ecosystems to the screen while inspiring global audiences to care more deeply about the natural world. Pippa also highlights the mission of the Sea Change Project, which connects people to the ocean through immersive storytelling and champions the urgent protection of South Africa’s Great African Seaforest. And her journey continues...

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    Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!!


    Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing


    and to our supporters:


    www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets

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  • "BABOONS...POLITICS IN THE WILD" with Dr. Shirley Strum
    Aug 19 2025

    What happens when the jungle becomes a parliament? In this episode, world-renowned primatologist Dr. Shirley Strum takes us deep into the lives of baboons—animals whose complex societies mirror the political games, alliances, and betrayals we see in our own world.

    From power struggles and unexpected leadership shifts to the surprising role of cooperation, Dr. Strum reveals the hidden “politics” that shape baboon troops in the wild. With over 50 years of groundbreaking field research in Kenya, she brings eye-opening stories and insights that challenge everything you thought you knew about these intelligent and often misunderstood animals.

    Whether you’re fascinated by animal behavior, human parallels, or simply curious about how nature negotiates power, this episode will keep you hooked from start to finish.

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    Echos of our origins: baboons, human and nature

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    Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!!


    Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing


    and to our supporters:


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  • "SUGAR GLIDERS ... are so cute!" with Alea Holladay
    Aug 12 2025

    They may be tiny, fuzzy, and undeniably adorable — but sugar gliders are far more than just cute faces. In this episode, Alea Holladay, founder of Sugar Glider Guardians, shares the real story behind these fascinating marsupials. From their incredible ability to glide through the air to the challenges of keeping them as pets, Alea reveals what most people don’t know about sugar glider care, behavior, and rescue. She also takes us behind the scenes of “Operation Face Hug,” one of the largest sugar glider rescues ever undertaken, and explains how education and community support are saving gliders from a cycle of neglect. Whether you’re a sugar glider fan or just love animal rescue stories, this conversation will open your eyes to the big world of these little creatures.

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    Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!!


    Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing


    and to our supporters:


    www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets

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    54 m