Best Misunderstood Animals Podcasts (2024)

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Case #220: Earths Largest Natural Explosions 1:27:22

35m ago1:27:22

1:27:22

Here it is, part 3 of EXPLOSIONS. The first was biggest non-nuclear explosions, the second was biggest nuclear explosions, now, the big mac daddy explosions. The bottom of the list in todays episode STARTS at four times the energy of the biggest Bomb humanity ever built. So stay tuned for Volcanos, Super Volcanos, Impacts, and Billions of Tsar Bomb…

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Unbelievable Unknown Plants: Nepenthes 7:09

15h ago7:09

7:09

Summary: Our next unbelievable unknown plant eats something quite unusual. Join Kiersten as she unravels the amazing life of Nepenthes. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Nepenthes, Britannica Online: https://www.britannica.com Music written and performed by Katheri…

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Rafflesia: Conservation 9:47

7d ago9:47

9:47

Summary: Is the stinkiest flower in the world in danger of disappearing forever? Join Kiersten as she discusses the conservation status of Rafflesia. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Most of the world’s largest flowers (genus Rafflesia) are now on the brink of ex…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 40 - Helluva Recaps - Mission: Chupacabras 11:34

10d ago11:34

11:34

Rachael and Ruth recap the fourth Helluva short, where Blitzo finds himself in a pickle on a job in Mexico. Oh, and our favourite minor antagonists show up too! Contains goat impressions and cloacas.

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Rafflesia: What with that smell? 9:50

17d ago9:50

9:50

Summary: Boy that sticks! Rafflesia are beautiful but stinky flowers. Join Kiersten as she explains why they smell so foul. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Colossal Blossom: Pursuing the peculiar genetics of a parasitic plant,” by Jonathan Shaw. Harvard Magazine…

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Zazie Todd About the Five Pillars of Feline Wellness 1:02:18

15d ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Zazie Todd, author of Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy, about the five pillars of feline welfare. Zazie Todd PhD is an animal behaviour expert and award-winning author. She got the world talking about happiness for pets with her first two books Wag: The S…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 39 - No Regretsuko (The Way of the Househusband and Aggretsuko) 33:19

17d ago33:19

33:19

Rachael and Ruth review two slice of life anime on Netflix, The Way of the Househusband and Aggretsuko. Tatsu is a former yakuza turned domestic god; Retsuko's a beleaguered accountant and secret heavy metal fiend. They both provide comedy gold! Also mentions the upcoming Helluva short.

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Rafflesia: Lifecycle 10:53

24d ago10:53

10:53

Summary: Does a unique flower like rafflesia how a unique life cycle? Join Kiersten to find out! For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Most of the world’s largest flowers (genus Rafflesia) are now on the brink of extinction,” by Pastor Malabrigo Jr, Adriane B. Tobias,…

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Rafflesia: Where are they found? 9:48

1M ago9:48

9:48

Summary: Where are rafflesia found? Join Kiersten as she visits Southeast Asia (not literally) to find out. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean “Most of the world’s largest flowers (genus Rafflesia) are now on the brink of extinction,” by Pastor Malabrigo Jr, Adriane B. Tobias, …

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 38: Only On Netflix (Vampire In The Garden, Romantic Killer) 29:33

1M ago29:33

29:33

Rachael and Ruth review two anime currently showing on Netflix: the dystopian fantasy thriller Vampire in the Garden and romcom Romantic Killer. Contains innuendos, singing and Jeff Goldblum.

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Chat & Chuckle with Sassafras Patterdale (Lowrey) About Feline Play and Enrichment 59:42

1M ago59:42

59:42

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Sassafras Patterdale (Lowrey) about tricks, games, and enrichment for cats! Sassafras Patterdale (Lowrey) CPDT-KA is an award-winning author whose books have been honored by organizations ranging from the American Library Association to the Dog Writers Association of A…

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Advocacy Panel: Conversations About Compassionate Care and Connection with Dr. Karolina Westlund 1:01:10

1M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Don't miss this special episode from PPG's Advocacy Task Force in its series, Conversations About Compassionate Care and Connection! These special Advocacy Panels feature a special guest and two co-hosts. The special guest for this Advocacy Panel is Dr. Karolina Westlund! Your Co-hosts: Judy Luther and Debbie Sheridan Your Moderator: ⁠PPG Advocacy …

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Unbelievable Unknown Plants: Rafflesia 7:05

1M ago7:05

7:05

Summary: Rafflesia is a flower but not just any ole flower. Join Kiersten as she discusses this highly unusual plant. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Most of the world’s largest flowers (genus Rafflesia) are now on the brink of extinction,” by Pastor Malabrigo J…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 37 - Mission: Weeaboo-Boo (Helluva Recaps) 8:45

1M ago8:45

8:45

Blitzo gets more than he bargained for when he tries to off an anime fan. Rachael and Ruth recap the latest Helluva Boss short. Warning: Contains strong language and pizza eating.

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 36 - Yes, My Lord (Black Butler & The Many Sides of Voice Actor Radio) 37:01

2M ago37:01

37:01

Rachael and Ruth discuss Spring 2024's shows, Black Butler and The Many Sides of Voice Actor Radio. There's also the latest Helluva news. Contains dubious sexy sound effects.

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Not Just Tentacles Season 3 Episode 35 - Summer 2024 (Twilight Out of Focus, Mayonaka Punch) 37:11

2M ago37:11

37:11

Rachael and Ruth review the two shows they've been watching, BL Twilight Out of Focus and GL Mayonaka Punch. If you like lesbian vampires, you've come to the right place! CW for Twilight Out of Focus: Grooming, paedophilia. Briefly covers My Hero Academia and Shy. Rachael has NO idea what the Omegaverse is 🤦‍♀️ They remember their friend Paul, who …

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Case File 101: Fright Night 1:53:08

2M ago1:53:08

1:53:08

You’re so cool, Brewster. We can’t stand it! Join us as we investigate one of the most impressive and underrated horror films of the 80s. This week, it’s Fright Night… for real! Topics include: how each of us was introduced to this film, getting old enough to realize just how horny every single scene is, whether or not we agree with its classificat…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 34: Is Blitzo Bad in Bed? (Helluva Recaps) 11:04

2M ago11:04

11:04

Following Mission: Antarctica, Rachael seeks to address the slander about our dear boss and make it crystal clear what the real problem is.

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Tanuki: Conservation 8:41

2M ago8:41

8:41

Summary: Are tanuki in danger of extinction? Join Kiersten to find out all about the conservation status of the tanuki. For my hearing impaired listeners a full transcript is available in the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Nyctereutes procyonoides, Raccoon Dog. Animal Diversity Web. https://animaldiversity.org “A path to human-raccoon dog harmon…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 33: Mission: Antarctica (Helluva Recaps) 9:59

2M ago9:59

9:59

Rachael and Ruth review the second Helluva Boss Antarctica themed short in sweltering heat, meaning your host's brain melts and she uses the wrong word (premature, not belated, you muppet) 🤦‍♀️What happens when IMP are commissioned to kill a mysterious beast? Moxxie proves to be IMP's secret weapon 😉 Contains evil penguins (the second time this wee…

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Not Just Tentacles Season 3 Episode 32: Crackers About Cheese! (Wallace and Gromit) 41:26

2M ago41:26

41:26

Rachael and Ruth discuss Wallace and Gromit, the beloved Aardman animation about an eccentric inventor and his hypercapable dog. Also Hazbin news.

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Tanuki: Human Use 10:07

3M ago10:07

10:07

Summary: Raccoon Dogs have a complicated relationship with humans. Join Kiersten as she talks about how humans use raccoon dogs. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Nyctereutes procyonoides, Raccoon Dog. Animal Diversity Web. https://animaldiversity.org The Origins o…

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Case File 100: The Exorcist 2:45:34

3M ago2:45:34

2:45:34

It's our 100th episode! We knew we needed a truly head-spinning rogue to mark the occasion, so we decided to investigate what many consider to be the scariest movie ever made: The Exorcist. Topics include: the real-life case that inspired the novel, how a last-minute appearance on a late-night talk show changed the book's fate, the long road to fin…

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Chat & Chuckle with Laura Monaco Torelli About Cooperative Care With Cats 58:44

3M ago58:44

58:44

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Laura Monaco Torelli about cooperative care with cats! Laura Monaco Torelli is the founder of Animal Behavior Training Concepts in Chicago, Illinois. Her career began in 1991 with Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, where she was part of the animal care team for beluga whales, d…

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Tanuki: Mythology Part 2 10:16

3M ago10:16

10:16

Summary: We’re not yet done with the mythology of tanuki. Join Kiersten for another episode about the supernatural aspects of the raccoon dog. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: https://mythick.com/tanuki https://wildinjapan.wordpress.com https://livejapan.com https…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Most Misunderstood Facts About Cats and Their Behavior 1:02:44

3M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Join PPG Advocacy Task Force chair Don Hanson as he hosts a clowder of feline training and behavior experts for a discussion about the most misunderstood facts about cats and their behavior. Your panelists for this discussion are Dr. Zazie Todd, Beth Adelman, Allison Hunter-Frederick, Holden Svirsky, and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison. Enjoy listening …

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Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education about her service dog coaching program!

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 31 - Misunderstood Monsters (The Witch and The Beast, Nimona) 31:52

3M ago31:52

31:52

Rachael and Ruth review two franchises with "monstrous" protagonists set in a fantasy world, The Witch and the Beast and Nimona. CW: Discusses sexual assault.

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Tanuki: Mythology Part 1 8:01

3M ago8:01

8:01

Summary: Tanuki are also animals that are wrapped in mythology. Join Kiersten as she talks about the complicated mythology involving raccoon dogs. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: https://mythick.com/tanuki https://wildinjapan.wordpress.com https://livejapan.com h…

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Case File 099: A Quiet Place 1:51:31

3M ago1:51:31

1:51:31

It may be imperative for the characters in this movie to stay silent, but we sure have a lot to say about A Quiet Place. Topics include: the incredible first trailer, the substantially different original script, the alterations and contributions John Krasinski made after signing on to direct, some of the most pervasive nitpicks with the premise and…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Ep 30 - Super Sentai Subversion (Go Go Loser Ranger and Mr Villain's Day Off) 43:16

3M ago43:16

43:16

Rachael and Ruth review Go Go Loser Ranger and Mr Villain's Day Off. Whether it's Fighter D fighting the evil Dragon Keepers, or the panda loving General enjoying his downtime, these shows breathe new life into the well worn genre. Also discusses Helluva Boss and RWBY news. Contains anecdotes, dodgy singing and pandaphobia.…

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Tanuki: Hunting 7:11

3M ago7:11

7:11

Summary: How do tanuki hunt for food? Join Kiersten as she shares some surprising behaviors that Tanuki use to catch prey. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Nyctereutes procyonoides, Raccoon Dog. Animal Diversity Web. https://animaldiversity.org “Raccoon Dog (Nycte…

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Kristina Spaulding of Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior 1:04:55

3M ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Kristina Spaulding about her new classes and courses! Dr. Spaulding's educational offerings can be found on her website, Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior.

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Tanuki: Reproduction 7:06

4M ago7:06

7:06

Summary: Let’s talk babies! The reproductive cycle of the Tanuki is simple but interesting! Join Kiersten as she walks you through the seasonal changes that brings Tanuki pups. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Biology and Conservation of Wild Canids, edited by David W. Macdon…

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Case File 098: Evil Dead 2 1:52:16

4M ago1:52:16

1:52:16

It's been a long time coming and now we're finally taking on the Deadites from the Evil Dead franchise and exploring the series' most significant entry - Evil Dead 2! Topics include: the initial plans for Army of Darkness to be the first sequel, why it was scaled back into more of a remix of the original film instead, the massive shift in tone, our…

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Not Just Tentacles Season 3 Episode 29 - Helluva Recaps - Apology Tour Does Not Need An Apology 20:39

4M ago20:39

20:39

Rachael examines the reaction to the latest episode of Helluva Boss. Why are people bothered by Blitzo and Stolas' actions, and a certain development? Why can't two evil women find love in Hell? Contains horny bird impressions.

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Chat & Chuckle with Grace Taylor About Collaborating with Cat Sitters 49:35

4M ago49:35

49:35

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Grace Taylor about promoting your business by collaborating with cat sitters. Grace Taylor is the owner of Furever Friends Catsitting in Baltimore, Maryland. With a deep passion for animal welfare, she has been actively involved in cat rescue and fostering for many yea…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 28 - Helluva Recaps - Apology Tour 23:45

4M ago23:45

23:45

It's a Summer Solstice Helluva Recap, but set at Halloween! When Stolas asks if Blitzo ever considers his actions, he goes on an apology tour, culminating with Verosika's annual Fuck Blitzo party. Will the boys make up? Contains impressions, tangents and wondering why women in 80s movies fuck Michael Douglas.…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Importance of Empathy and Compassion in Animal Training: Why There Is No Need for Violence ... Ever 1:02:47

4M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel addresses these important questions: What do we mean by violence? Why do some professionals and non-professionals choose violence? Why are empathy, compassion, and rewards a better choice? What can PPG members do to bring about change and to end the violence? Your moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson …

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Tanuki: Social Structure 7:55

4M ago7:55

7:55

Summary: How social are tanuki? Do they hang out in packs like wolves or solitary like a fox? Join Kiersten as she dives into the social structure of the raccoon dog. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Biology and Conservation of Wild Canids, edited by David W. Macd…

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Not Just Tentacles Season 3 Episode 27 - Stimber Forever! (Jem) 26:00

4M ago26:00

26:00

In the second Pride Month episode, Rachael introduces Ruth to Jem, her favourite cartoon of all time. Specifically, its queerest episode The Bands Break Up, starring Kimber and Stormer. Contains the usual tangents, impressions and queer cultural references.

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Tanuki: Diet 12:39

4M ago12:39

12:39

Summary: What are Tanuki eating? Join Kiersten as she discusses just what raccoon dogs are eating in the wild. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Biology and Conservation of Wild Canids, edited by David W. Macdonald and Claudio Sillero-Zubiri. Raccoon dogs: Finnish …

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Case File 097: The Rocky Horror Picture Show 2:01:17

4M ago2:01:17

2:01:17

They came from Denton High! Join us as we seek refuge inside that spooky castle back down the road and investigate the cult phenomenon The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Google Play | Spotify Chris's Instagram & Twitter | Kristen's Instagram Chris & Kristen's Web Series: The Strange Case of Luc…

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Not Just Tentacles S3 Episode 26 - The Wonderful Wizards of Gay (Cherry Magic) 29:19

4M ago29:19

29:19

In the first Pride Month episode, Rachael and Ruth discuss Cherry Magic, the BL phenomenon! When Adachi is still a virgin aged thirty, he discovers he can read minds - and his gorgeous colleague Kurosawa is in love with him. If that's not enough, Adachi's bestie Tsuge also has the power, and falls for his cute delivery boy. Will our wizards work it…

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