Best Full Reptile Podcasts (2025)

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Operation PAWpulation (Episode 283) 1:06:59

2d ago1:06:59

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In this episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, Daniel and Ashley sit down with Temma Martin, a longtime animal welfare advocate and communications professional. Temma shares her journey from media to animal rescue, her work supporting shelters and communities, and her passion for collaboration across the industry. We talk about the challenges shel…

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Lab Notes: Why do whales beach themselves? 13:51

1d ago13:51

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Every now and again, dozens or even hundreds of perfectly healthy looking whales strand themselves on a beach. Scientists have a few theories on why they do this.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Complex molecules in space – how they formed and how they got here 54:24

4d ago54:24

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Samples from asteroids have helped build a theory of the origin of complex molecules and how they made it to Earth.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Reptiles in Animal Shelters: Getting Their Care Right (Episode 282) 59:43

9d ago59:43

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In this episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, we welcome reptile enthusiast and animal welfare professional Tabitha Blewitt to talk about one of the most overlooked populations in shelters—reptiles. From proper housing and nutrition to common mistakes shelters make when caring for snakes, lizards, and turtles, Tabitha brings her expertise and pas…

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Lab Notes: The fall of the food pyramid 14:18

9d ago14:18

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Fresh Australian dietary guidelines are due next year, and they’ll likely focus on the health of the planet as well as people.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Gene editing brings promise for genetic blood disorders 53:55

12d ago53:55

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Small chemical groups inserted or removed from around DNA may affect gene expression and so be a way to control genetic blood disorders such as sickle cell anaemia and beta thalassemia.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Humane Leaders (Episode 281) 57:46

16d ago57:46

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In this episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, Daniel Ettinger and Ashley Bishop explore the challenges and responsibilities of leadership in animal welfare. From managing tough decisions to balancing compassion with community safety, they share lessons learned from the field. Along the way, they discuss Tallulah McGee’s thought-provoking article,…

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Lab Notes: The native ants that take down cane toads 11:28

16d ago11:28

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Meat ants don't sound like the most endearing Australian animals. These purple-red insects are super territorial, swarming and biting anything that threatens their nest. But it turns out they're not just aggressive, flesh-tearing fighters. They're also farmers, architects, and — best of all — cane toad exterminators.…

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Back to the dark ages for American research? 54:25

19d ago54:25

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Is the US shooting itself in the foot, or shooting itself in the head? As Donald Trump removes funding for medical research, climate research and more, Matthew England reflects on how science will help us cope with a changing world.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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From the Frontlines to Humane Innovations (Episode 280) 53:35

23d ago53:35

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In this episode, we sit down with John Peaveler, the founder and principal consultant of Humane Innovations LLC, a company driven by real-world experience in animal control, shelter systems, wildlife management, and disaster response. John brings over 20 years of global expertise to the table, having launched the first animal shelter and control pr…

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Lab Notes: How do I avoid eating and breathing microplastics? 13:26

23d ago13:26

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It's impossible to escape microplastics. They're in our food and water, and the air around us is teeming with them. So considering they're all around us, how can we minimise our exposure to tiny plastic fragments without resorting to living in a cave?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Climatic changes everywhere as the world’s oceans become hotter 53:11

26d ago53:11

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A 100-yr flood is now a more regular occurrence in the German town of Passau, bringing widespread destruction, another local impact of a planet getting hotter.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Beachside Bonds: Building Humane Connections in the Field (Episode 279) 1:08:46

30d ago1:08:46

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In this episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, Daniel and Ashley sit down with Adam Blankenship, an Animal Control Officer in Virginia Beach, to talk about one of the most important — and often overlooked — parts of the job: community engagement and education. Adam shares his passion for proactive outreach, building trust with the public, and empo…

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Lab Notes: What's quantum mechanics ever done for me? 14:00

1M ago14:00

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It feels like you can't go a week without hearing about some new quantum technology which promises to change our lives for the better. But quantum mechanics is already well and truly present in our daily life — and you don't even have to be a physicist to be using it.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Tracing the 100-year history of quantum mechanics 53:54

1M ago53:54

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There was a famous debate. And truly weird ideas about how the universe works at a subatomic level. Shelby Traynor traces the history of quantum mechanics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Animal Alliance: Advocacy in Action (Episode 278) 48:11

1M ago48:11

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In this episode of Keep It Humane: The Podcast, we sit down with the passionate leaders of The Animal Alliance, an organization committed to advancing the welfare of animals through advocacy, education, and community action. We explore: How The Animal Alliance got started and what drives their mission today Their work in pushing for smarter legisla…

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Lab Notes: Why some mums have all boys or all girls 14:20

1M ago14:20

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If you've given birth to three daughters, what are the odds that your next child will also be a girl? One in two, right? Well … maybe not. The odds of having a fourth girl could be a fair bit higher than 50 per cent, according to a new study into families with single-sex sets of siblings.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Australia's forgotten inventor brothers 41:56

1M ago41:56

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Discover the story of a pair of brothers who invented an early electric scooter, humidicrib, fax machine, Olympic scoreboard — and much more! — in their South Australian workshop from the 1930s to the 60s. We also learn about a trial that's generated energy from the waves, and unearth two rare photographs of a long-lost bandicoot species.…

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Spay, Neuter, Mentor: Dr. G’s Mobile Approach to Transforming Animal Welfare (Episode 277) 1:03:17

1M ago1:03:17

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In this episode of Keep It Humane: The Podcast, we’re joined by the inspiring Dr. Alba Michelle Gonzalez—veterinarian, forensic expert, and founder of the Animal Welfare Junction podcast. Dr. G shares her journey from veterinary medicine to launching the Rascal Unit, a mobile clinic providing high-volume, low-cost spay/neuter and essential veterina…

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Lab Notes: Can bottom trawling be a sustainable way to fish? 14:02

1M ago14:02

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A huge net, weighed down by heavy chains, swiftly sweeps across the ocean floor, scooping up everything in its path. This type of fishing, called bottom trawling, was illuminated in a new documentary, Ocean with David Attenborough. Bottom trawling is known for indiscriminately gathering all sorts of marine species, as well as damaging the sea floor…

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The trees that harness lightning to kill their rivals 42:07

2M ago42:07

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In an electrifying episode of the Science Show, find out how getting struck by a bolt from the heavens can help at least one species of tall tree not only survive, but thrive. Then step back in time to solve a tool-making mystery in Samoa and discover hidden treasures in centuries-old books — including a bubonic plague flea.…

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No Kill, No Bull: PETA Is More Than Catchy Slogans (Episode 276) 1:03:33

2M ago1:03:33

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Daphna Nachminovitch, Senior Vice President of Cruelty Investigations at PETA, to unpack the growing controversy surrounding the “no-kill” movement—specifically the bold promises made by Best Friends Animal Society. With a reported annual revenue of $173 million, Best Friends has pledged a "no-kill nation …

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Lab Notes: The telescope redefining the Universe 12:50

2M ago12:50

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In the three years since the James Webb Space Telescope sent back its first images, it's pulled back the veil on a whole bunch of mind-blowing cosmic phenomena. So how has this $13 billion bit of kit shaped what we know about the Universe — and what is yet to come?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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What does it take to bring back an extinct animal? 40:47

2M ago40:47

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We hear from scientists who push the boundaries of creation, whether that's building wild and wacky snack flavours (successfully) or cloning extinct tropical frogs (unsuccessfully … so far). And since President Donald Trump retook office, the state of health and science research in the US has been precarious for many who work in those areas. But th…

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Lab Notes: What we can learn from the world’s cleanest air 13:51

2M ago13:51

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We often hear about places where the air quality is bad, even dangerous, but what about where the air is the cleanest on Earth? That air can be found blowing onto the north-west tip of Tasmania at Kennaook/Cape Grim, where an air pollution station has quietly been keeping track of how humans have changed the makeup of our atmosphere for 50 years. S…

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Throwback Episode: The Impact of the Fourth of July and Animal Shelters 42:12

2M ago42:12

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In this classic Animal Control Report episode, we tackled the annual chaos that hits shelters and animal control agencies around the Fourth of July. With fireworks booming, pets go missing in record numbers, kennels fill up overnight, and officers work overtime to reunite families. We break down why this holiday is one of the most intense for the f…

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A portrait of philosopher Karl Popper 54:07

2M ago54:07

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Karl Popper (1902-1994) is regarded as one of the greatest philosophers of science of the twentieth century. Alan Saunders presented this portrait of Karl Popper for The Science Show in January 2001.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Director’s Chair: From Local Shelter to National Voice (Episode 275) 1:02:36

2M ago1:02:36

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In this episode, we sit down with Audra Michael, the current Secretary of NACA and Director of Pinal County Animal Control in Arizona. With a career in animal welfare that began in 2007, Audra has served in nearly every field role imaginable—from training new officers to supervising field operations. Audra is a Certified Animal Welfare Administrato…

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Lab Notes: How Ozempic stops food cravings 11:52

2M ago11:52

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A weekly injection that stops that hankering for hot chips and donuts? Many people on Ozempic and similar medications report this phenomenon, saying they no longer have incessant thoughts about sweets and fried food. So how do these drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, work in the brain to dial down "food noise" and help people lose weight?…

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Celebrating Charles Todd and the overland telegraph 54:07

2M ago54:07

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The overland telegraph connecting Australia to the world was completed just over 150 years ago. It was built due to the dedication of a public servant, Charles Todd.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Throwback Episode: Break the Window: Saving Dogs from Hot Cars 48:13

2M ago48:13

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In this classic episode from our Humane Roundup days, we tackled a life-saving topic that never goes out of season: the dangers of leaving dogs in hot cars. With temperatures rising and summer in full swing, we revisited the heartbreaking realities and legal consequences of heatstroke in pets. You'll hear real-life stories, expert advice, and pract…

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Lab Notes: The tiny beetle ravaging Perth's trees 14:49

2M ago14:49

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It's the size of a sesame seed, but it could cause unfathomable destruction to Australia's forests and urban canopy. A beetle called the polyphagous shot-hole borer (Euwallacea fornicatus) is silently spreading through Perth and its surrounds, forcing councils to chop and chip hundreds of trees — even century-old Moreton Bay figs. So how does the t…

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Professor Roger Short, reproductive biologist 54:07

3M ago54:07

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Roger Short (1930-2021) discusses influences in his early life, and some of his research achievements including melatonin as a controller of circadian rhythms, and aspects of reproductive biology across the animal world.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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From Humane Investigator to Humor Instigator (Episode 274) 55:21

3M ago55:21

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In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, we sit down with Clay Foley, the stand-up comedian and animal advocate behind Comedy to the Rescue, a unique organization that uses comedy shows to support animal shelters and rescue groups. Clay shares how he combined his passion for stand-up with a mission to make a difference—one laugh (and one adoptio…

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Lab Notes: What makes Sydney's cockies so clever? 14:35

3M ago14:35

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First they learnt how to flip open wheelie bin lids. Now they're using water fountains. Masters of the urban landscape, sulphur-crested cockatoos (Cacatua galerita) are more than capable of some quirky (and sometimes messy) antics. So what do these entertaining exploits tell us about cockie innovation — or even cockie culture?…

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Hang on – we’re about to enter a wormhole! 53:57

3M ago53:57

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Get ready for gravitons, dark photons and transition states. Kathryn Zurek takes us on a tour of the bewildering world of quantum physics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Outlawed Picks Podcast #83 | UFC 316: Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley 2 1:36:36

3M ago1:36:36

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Join Dan Hardy and guest co-host Veronica Hardy as they breakdown & make PREDICTIONS for the UFC 316 Main card. See full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zXNiyFN1xZ4 This episode is brought to you by: COMBAT SPORTS PERFORMANCE: Go to https://www.combatsportsperformance.co.uk OUTLAW RUM: https://outlawrum.co.uk/ #ufc313 #alexpereira #magomedankala…

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Christine Mott: Legal Eagle, Animal Ally, and Owl Whisperer (Episode 273) 47:39

3M ago47:39

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In this engaging episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, we’re joined by Christine Mott, a powerhouse attorney, dedicated animal advocate, award-winning author, and strategic advisor. Christine brings a wealth of expertise from her work advising businesses and nonprofits on commercial contracts, governance, and corporate strategy. Her impressive cl…

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Lab Notes: How microscopic algae can devastate ocean life 13:34

3M ago13:34

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A couple of months ago, a killer started mobilising off the South Australian shore — one that would wipe out marine life, make surfers feel sick, and smother picturesque beaches in thick foam. The culprit? A bloom of tiny organisms called microalgae. We can't see them with the naked eye, but in big enough numbers, they can devastate ecosystems. So …

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The War Room Episode #315 | Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley 2 UFC 316 | Dan Hardy Breakdown 24:43

3M ago24:43

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Dan Hardy breaks down the UFC 316 Main Event, as the Bantamweight Champion, Merab Dvalishvili takes on Sean O'Malley for the second time in this highly anticipated rematch. Check out the full video breakdown on our Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/b8wkJPRooMc KEEP UP TO DATE WITH OUR SOCIALS INSTAGRAM TWITTER…

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Black white and green 54:36

3M ago54:36

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People have been in the Australian wilderness for generations. But can people be considered part of the natural landscape or will they always have an impact?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Offsetting Cruelty: How Animal Shelters and Farmkind.Giving Save Lives (Episode 272) 46:07

3M ago46:07

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In this episode of Keep it Humane: The Podcast, we’re exploring how smart, evidence-based giving can bridge the gap between farmed animals and the animals we see every day in our shelters. We sit down with the team from Farmkind.Giving, an organization that uses rigorous research to recommend top animal charities—ensuring that every donation goes t…

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Lab Notes: AI that outperforms humans is coming 14:41

3M ago14:41

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If you were impressed by generative AI such as ChatGPT, then artificial general intelligence or AGI promises to really knock your socks off. Over the past couple of decades, tech companies have been racing to build AGI systems that can match or surpass human capabilities across a whole bunch of tasks. So will AGI save the world — or will it spell t…

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Mary Somerville - Brilliant polymath, scientific genius triumphed against the odds 54:51

3M ago54:51

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She could only read and write from age 10. She reared children and had a first unsupportive husband. But Mary Somerville was able to correct the work of Isaac Newton, help discover Neptune, and write a science book which became a university text.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Lab Notes: Why a metre is a metre long 13:03

3M ago13:03

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The next time you pick up a bag of spuds from the supermarket or fill up the car with petrol, you can thank the Treaty of the Metre for the metric system that underpins daily life. The treaty was signed exactly 150 years ago, when delegates from 17 countries gathered on a Parisian spring day to establish a new and standardised way of measuring the …

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SMART Animal Shelters & Rescues (Bonus Episode From Muddy Paws & Hairballs Podcast) 52:39

3M ago52:39

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*Bonus Episode from the Muddy Paws and Hairballs podcast The no-kill movement promised to revolutionize animal sheltering by saving lives and ending unnecessary euthanasia. But behind the catchy slogans and glowing statistics, a different reality lurks – one that’s rarely discussed. In this eye-opening conversation with animal welfare expert Daniel…

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Evidence of oldest reptiles found in Victoria 53:03

3M ago53:03

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Amateur fossil hunters make a major discovery. And Marilyn Renfree describes the sophisticated reproduction of marsupials.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Every Seat’s an Exit Row with Pilots to the Rescue (Episode 271) 51:43

4M ago51:43

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In this episode of Keep It Humane: The Podcast, hosts Daniel Ettinger, Ashlee Bishop and Ashley Bishop take to the skies with Michael Schneider, founder of Pilots to the Rescue—a nonprofit organization that unites aviation and animal welfare in an extraordinary way. Michael shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to pilot on a mission, flying at-…

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