Cincinnati Zoo Tales https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com Get a glimpse of life behind the scenes at the Cincinnati Zoo. Hosts Jenna Wingate and Mark Tewes will interview Zoo staff and other animal and wildlife professionals about how they’re making a difference in this world. We’ll chat about Fiona and friends and offer “What can I do?” action items to help listeners make a world of difference too. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Science:Natural Sciences 1440 episodic Get a glimpse of life behind the scenes at the Cincinnati Zoo. Hosts Jenna Wingate and Sam Kornau will interview Zoo staff and other animal and wildlife professionals about how they’re making a difference in this world. We’ll chat about Fiona and friends and offer “What can I do?” action items to help listeners make a world of difference too. cincinnatizoo cincinnatizoo No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/7462021/zoo_tales_logobmwyx.jpg Cincinnati Zoo Tales https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com 144 144 The Adventures of Teddy Roosevelt (the Serval!) The Adventures of Teddy Roosevelt (the Serval!) https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/the-adventures-of-teddy-roosevelt-the-serval/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/the-adventures-of-teddy-roosevelt-the-serval/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b824ee98-e7a9-3745-a984-3841e92ba059 Meet Teddy, short for Theodore Roosevelt, a small but mighty new face at the Cincinnati Zoo’s Cat Ambassador Program. In this episode, we follow Teddy’s journey from Nashville to Cincinnati as he begins settling into his new home, bonding with his keepers, and exploring a world full of new sights, sounds, and smells. From his favorite toy (a stuffed shrimp!) to his love of watching the world from his outdoor space, Teddy is quickly showing off the curious and playful traits that make servals so special. 

As Teddy grows, he’ll begin training and eventually take part in programs like Cheetah Encounters, helping guests connect with wildlife and inspiring conservation action. 

]]> Meet Teddy, short for Theodore Roosevelt, a small but mighty new face at the Cincinnati Zoo’s Cat Ambassador Program. In this episode, we follow Teddy’s journey from Nashville to Cincinnati as he begins settling into his new home, bonding with his keepers, and exploring a world full of new sights, sounds, and smells. From his favorite toy (a stuffed shrimp!) to his love of watching the world from his outdoor space, Teddy is quickly showing off the curious and playful traits that make servals so special. 

As Teddy grows, he’ll begin training and eventually take part in programs like Cheetah Encounters, helping guests connect with wildlife and inspiring conservation action. 

]]> Meet Teddy, short for Theodore Roosevelt, a small but mighty new face at the Cincinnati Zoo’s Cat Ambassador Program. In this episode, we follow Teddy’s journey from Nashville to Cincinnati as he begins settling into his new home, bonding with his keepers, and exploring a world full of new sights, sounds, and smells. From his favorite toy (a stuffed shrimp!) to his love of watching the world from his outdoor space, Teddy is quickly showing off the curious and playful traits that make servals so special.  As Teddy grows, he’ll begin training and eventually take part in programs like Cheetah Encounters, helping guests connect with wildlife and inspiring conservation action. cincinnatizoo false No 2291 132 full Physical Therapy for Every Pace Physical Therapy for Every Pace https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/physical-therapy-for-every-pace/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/physical-therapy-for-every-pace/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/2e641da0-6424-321a-8222-d8dfe18160a3 What do the Three Little Pigs, the fastest runner in the world, and even the slowest among us all have in common? Surprisingly… Physical Therapy! 🐷🐢😻

In this episode, learn more about how Cinder, Thatcher, Magnolia, Kris, and Bruno have all put in the work behind the scenes. With the help of their dedicated keepers, these animals are actively participating in physical therapy exercises designed to keep them strong, mobile, and thriving.

From building muscle and improving flexibility to preventing injury and supporting long-term health, physical therapy plays a crucial role in their daily routines. Tune in to hear how these sessions look, why they matter, and the unique personalities that make each animal’s journey so special.

]]> What do the Three Little Pigs, the fastest runner in the world, and even the slowest among us all have in common? Surprisingly… Physical Therapy! 🐷🐢😻

In this episode, learn more about how Cinder, Thatcher, Magnolia, Kris, and Bruno have all put in the work behind the scenes. With the help of their dedicated keepers, these animals are actively participating in physical therapy exercises designed to keep them strong, mobile, and thriving.

From building muscle and improving flexibility to preventing injury and supporting long-term health, physical therapy plays a crucial role in their daily routines. Tune in to hear how these sessions look, why they matter, and the unique personalities that make each animal’s journey so special.

]]> What do the Three Little Pigs, the fastest runner in the world, and even the slowest among us all have in common? Surprisingly… Physical Therapy! 🐷🐢😻 In this episode, learn more about how Cinder, Thatcher, Magnolia, Kris, and Bruno have all put in the work behind the scenes. With the help of their dedicated keepers, these animals are actively participating in physical therapy exercises designed to keep them strong, mobile, and thriving. From building muscle and improving flexibility to preventing injury and supporting long-term health, physical therapy plays a crucial role in their daily routines. Tune in to hear how these sessions look, why they matter, and the unique personalities that make each animal’s journey so special. cincinnatizoo false No 2125 131 full From Cincinnati to Thailand: Cincinnati Zoo Staff Supporting Elephant Conservation in Thailand From Cincinnati to Thailand: Cincinnati Zoo Staff Supporting Elephant Conservation in Thailand https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/from-cincinnati-to-thailand-cincinnati-zoo-staff-supporting-elephant-conservation-in-thailand/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/from-cincinnati-to-thailand-cincinnati-zoo-staff-supporting-elephant-conservation-in-thailand/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:37:52 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/1c10a990-d4cd-3f73-92bc-8fc3d059c904 In this episode, staff from the Cincinnati Zoo share their experience traveling to Thailand to work alongside conservation partners at Bring the Elephant Home. Learn how communities are working to reduce human-elephant conflict and how global partnerships help protect elephants and the people who live alongside them. 🐘🌏

     ]]> In this episode, staff from the Cincinnati Zoo share their experience traveling to Thailand to work alongside conservation partners at Bring the Elephant Home. Learn how communities are working to reduce human-elephant conflict and how global partnerships help protect elephants and the people who live alongside them. 🐘🌏

     ]]> In this episode, staff from the Cincinnati Zoo share their experience traveling to Thailand to work alongside conservation partners at Bring the Elephant Home. Learn how communities are working to reduce human-elephant conflict and how global partnerships help protect elephants and the people who live alongside them. 🐘🌏 cincinnatizoo false No 2412 130 full The Zoo’s Secret Ingredient: Behind the Scenes with the Commissary Team The Zoo’s Secret Ingredient: Behind the Scenes with the Commissary Team https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/the-zoo-s-secret-ingredient-behind-the-scenes-with-the-commissary-team/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/the-zoo-s-secret-ingredient-behind-the-scenes-with-the-commissary-team/#comments Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b17161f0-d840-3b5d-8bfa-d2396e3b8fab Ever wonder how hundreds of animals get their meals perfectly timed and tailored? Join Michael and Rahme from the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's commissary team as they dish out what it’s really like delivering everything from leafy greens to specialty diets. This episode shows that feeding the Zoo is no small task! 

 

]]> Ever wonder how hundreds of animals get their meals perfectly timed and tailored? Join Michael and Rahme from the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's commissary team as they dish out what it’s really like delivering everything from leafy greens to specialty diets. This episode shows that feeding the Zoo is no small task! 

 

]]> Ever wonder how hundreds of animals get their meals perfectly timed and tailored? Join Michael and Rahme from the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s commissary team as they dish out what it’s really like delivering everything from leafy greens to specialty diets. This episode shows that feeding the Zoo is no small task! cincinnatizoo false No 3071 129 full A Bear-y Sweet Update on Juniper & Hazel A Bear-y Sweet Update on Juniper & Hazel https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/a-bear-y-sweet-update-on-juniper-hazel/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/a-bear-y-sweet-update-on-juniper-hazel/#comments Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:11:36 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/659182df-92c9-3c57-8c54-23762b9c8ed6 Get the latest bear-y adorable updates on rescued black bear sisters Juniper and Hazel! In this episode, their keeper Tara shares how the sisters have been settling in at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, what they’ve been up to lately, and how they’re doing during torpor this winter. Learn how these once-tiny cubs are growing, exploring, and thriving in their new home — with plenty of sweet sister moments along the way. 

]]> Get the latest bear-y adorable updates on rescued black bear sisters Juniper and Hazel! In this episode, their keeper Tara shares how the sisters have been settling in at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, what they’ve been up to lately, and how they’re doing during torpor this winter. Learn how these once-tiny cubs are growing, exploring, and thriving in their new home — with plenty of sweet sister moments along the way. 

]]> Get the latest bear-y adorable updates on rescued black bear sisters Juniper and Hazel! In this episode, their keeper Tara shares how the sisters have been settling in at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, what they’ve been up to lately, and how they’re doing during torpor this winter. Learn how these once-tiny cubs are growing, exploring, and thriving in their new home — with plenty of sweet sister moments along the way. cincinnatizoo false No 3185 128 full Turning Passion into Purpose with the Advanced Inquiry Program Turning Passion into Purpose with the Advanced Inquiry Program https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/turning-passion-into-purpose-with-the-advanced-inquiry-program/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/turning-passion-into-purpose-with-the-advanced-inquiry-program/#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:28:24 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/48377e43-0cd9-31e5-9e51-2a7383c6de7b In this episode, we spotlight the Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) — a unique online master’s degree offered through Miami University and and Project Dragonfly in partnership with the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Designed for working professionals, the AIP blends web-based coursework with experiential learning at the Zoo, empowering students to lead environmental and community change through inquiry-driven projects and real-world collaboration. 

 

Apply by February 15, 2026 to join the next cohort and take a major step toward advancing your career and impact. 

 

Tune in to learn what makes this program special and how it could be the right fit for you.

 

]]> In this episode, we spotlight the Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) — a unique online master’s degree offered through Miami University and and Project Dragonfly in partnership with the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Designed for working professionals, the AIP blends web-based coursework with experiential learning at the Zoo, empowering students to lead environmental and community change through inquiry-driven projects and real-world collaboration. 

 

Apply by February 15, 2026 to join the next cohort and take a major step toward advancing your career and impact. 

 

Tune in to learn what makes this program special and how it could be the right fit for you.

 

]]> In this episode, we spotlight the Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) — a unique online master’s degree offered through Miami University and and Project Dragonfly in partnership with the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Designed for working professionals, the AIP blends web-based coursework with experiential learning at the Zoo, empowering students to lead environmental and community change through inquiry-driven projects and real-world collaboration.  Apply by February 15, 2026 to join the next cohort and take a major step toward advancing your career and impact.  Tune in to learn what makes this program special and how it could be the right fit for you. cincinnatizoo false No 2665 127 full Happy 9th Birthday, Fiona! Happy 9th Birthday, Fiona! https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-9th-birthday-fiona/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-9th-birthday-fiona/#comments Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/56acca14-04c9-39a1-90c8-dfa4b05e0602 Happy 9th Birthday, Fiona! Cincinnati Zoo's favorite hippo turns nine on January 24. In this special episode, Fiona’s care team comes together to reminisce about their favorite Fiona moments and share an update on how she’s doing today.

]]> Happy 9th Birthday, Fiona! Cincinnati Zoo's favorite hippo turns nine on January 24. In this special episode, Fiona’s care team comes together to reminisce about their favorite Fiona moments and share an update on how she’s doing today.

]]> Happy 9th Birthday, Fiona! Cincinnati Zoo’s favorite hippo turns nine on January 24. In this special episode, Fiona’s care team comes together to reminisce about their favorite Fiona moments and share an update on how she’s doing today. cincinnatizoo false No 2792 126 full From Conservation to Community: Meet Cincinnati Zoo’s New Director From Conservation to Community: Meet Cincinnati Zoo’s New Director https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/from-conservation-to-community-meet-cincinnati-zoo-s-new-director/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/from-conservation-to-community-meet-cincinnati-zoo-s-new-director/#comments Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:34:00 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/5e7c157c-cf02-3438-b048-679907bb527e Get to know the new Zoo Director, Dave Jenike! Jenike has been integral to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s success in the three decades that he has been part of its history. He is known for his love of wildlife, commitment to education and dedication to working with communities to achieve wildlife conservation goals through co-existence.

He has developed innovative programs to connect families and communities with wildlife. His focus on visitor experience has helped transform the Zoo, bringing together the best of a vibrant botanical garden with the wonder inspired by a wildlife encounter with a penguin or feeding a giraffe.

]]> Get to know the new Zoo Director, Dave Jenike! Jenike has been integral to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s success in the three decades that he has been part of its history. He is known for his love of wildlife, commitment to education and dedication to working with communities to achieve wildlife conservation goals through co-existence.

He has developed innovative programs to connect families and communities with wildlife. His focus on visitor experience has helped transform the Zoo, bringing together the best of a vibrant botanical garden with the wonder inspired by a wildlife encounter with a penguin or feeding a giraffe.

]]> Get to know the new Zoo Director, Dave Jenike! Jenike has been integral to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s success in the three decades that he has been part of its history. He is known for his love of wildlife, commitment to education and dedication to working with communities to achieve wildlife conservation goals through co-existence. He has developed innovative programs to connect families and communities with wildlife. His focus on visitor experience has helped transform the Zoo, bringing together the best of a vibrant botanical garden with the wonder inspired by a wildlife encounter with a penguin or feeding a giraffe. cincinnatizoo false No 3728 125 full Turtles and Teamwork: A New Home for Box Turtles Turtles and Teamwork: A New Home for Box Turtles https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/turtles-and-teamwork-a-new-home-for-box-turtles/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/turtles-and-teamwork-a-new-home-for-box-turtles/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:51:46 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/46bcd5aa-67be-3954-941b-1b4cacdf2103 In this episode, we spotlight a conservation partnership between the Cincinnati Zoo and the Ohio Division of Wildlife to rescue and rehome native box turtles found in a demolition site. Learn how these turtles are being cared for—and why protecting local species matters.

]]> In this episode, we spotlight a conservation partnership between the Cincinnati Zoo and the Ohio Division of Wildlife to rescue and rehome native box turtles found in a demolition site. Learn how these turtles are being cared for—and why protecting local species matters.

]]> In this episode, we spotlight a conservation partnership between the Cincinnati Zoo and the Ohio Division of Wildlife to rescue and rehome native box turtles found in a demolition site. Learn how these turtles are being cared for—and why protecting local species matters. cincinnatizoo false No 2586 124 full New Beginnings: Meet Sea Otters Chloe and Kevin New Beginnings: Meet Sea Otters Chloe and Kevin https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/new-beginnings-meet-sea-otters-chloe-and-kevin/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/new-beginnings-meet-sea-otters-chloe-and-kevin/#comments Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/62fba73c-f63c-3690-a8cb-c46a28ce8352 In this episode, Keeper Tara from the Cincinnati Zoo and Keeper Erin from the Aquarium of the Pacific team up to introduce us to two special new sea otters, Chloe and Kevin. They share the otters’ backstories, personalities, favorite toys and foods, and what goes into helping them grow strong and confident.

Chloe is a retired 13-year-old female who served as a surrogate mom for orphaned sea otter pups later released back into the wild, while Kevin is a 1½-year-old male who stranded as a pup and was deemed non-releasable by the USFWS.

]]> In this episode, Keeper Tara from the Cincinnati Zoo and Keeper Erin from the Aquarium of the Pacific team up to introduce us to two special new sea otters, Chloe and Kevin. They share the otters’ backstories, personalities, favorite toys and foods, and what goes into helping them grow strong and confident.

Chloe is a retired 13-year-old female who served as a surrogate mom for orphaned sea otter pups later released back into the wild, while Kevin is a 1½-year-old male who stranded as a pup and was deemed non-releasable by the USFWS.

]]> In this episode, Keeper Tara from the Cincinnati Zoo and Keeper Erin from the Aquarium of the Pacific team up to introduce us to two special new sea otters, Chloe and Kevin. They share the otters’ backstories, personalities, favorite toys and foods, and what goes into helping them grow strong and confident. Chloe is a retired 13-year-old female who served as a surrogate mom for orphaned sea otter pups later released back into the wild, while Kevin is a 1½-year-old male who stranded as a pup and was deemed non-releasable by the USFWS. cincinnatizoo false No 3091 123 full Baby Gorilla Update from the Cincinnati Zoo Care Team Baby Gorilla Update from the Cincinnati Zoo Care Team https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/baby-gorilla-update-from-the-cincinnati-zoo-care-team/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/baby-gorilla-update-from-the-cincinnati-zoo-care-team/#comments Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:11:00 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b0871c17-f3c3-303b-8c43-500d6b11bdab We are thankful for baby gorillas! In this special Thanksgiving episode, Team Leader Ashley Ashcraft and Keeper Shaina Baker share a heartwarming update on Gladys and her baby, Mboka Jo. Listen in as they talk about his latest milestones, the incredible care that goes into raising a growing gorilla, and what makes this mother–infant duo so special. It’s a cozy, feel-good check-in perfect for the holiday season!

]]> We are thankful for baby gorillas! In this special Thanksgiving episode, Team Leader Ashley Ashcraft and Keeper Shaina Baker share a heartwarming update on Gladys and her baby, Mboka Jo. Listen in as they talk about his latest milestones, the incredible care that goes into raising a growing gorilla, and what makes this mother–infant duo so special. It’s a cozy, feel-good check-in perfect for the holiday season!

]]> We are thankful for baby gorillas! In this special Thanksgiving episode, Team Leader Ashley Ashcraft and Keeper Shaina Baker share a heartwarming update on Gladys and her baby, Mboka Jo. Listen in as they talk about his latest milestones, the incredible care that goes into raising a growing gorilla, and what makes this mother–infant duo so special. It’s a cozy, feel-good check-in perfect for the holiday season! cincinnatizoo false No 1552 122 full Mob Mentality: Inside the Meerkat World at the Cincinnati Zoo Mob Mentality: Inside the Meerkat World at the Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mob-mentality-inside-the-meerkat-world-at-the-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mob-mentality-inside-the-meerkat-world-at-the-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:07:52 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/325f9791-55b5-342f-9000-364c15732de1 Join Keeper Jenna for a behind-the-scenes look at the Cincinnati Zoo’s meerkat mob! Learn what it takes to care for these curious and social animals, how their group dynamics work, and the unique personalities that make each meerkat stand out. From foraging to teamwork, Jenna shares fun facts, daily routines, and insider stories from the meerkat habitat.

]]> Join Keeper Jenna for a behind-the-scenes look at the Cincinnati Zoo’s meerkat mob! Learn what it takes to care for these curious and social animals, how their group dynamics work, and the unique personalities that make each meerkat stand out. From foraging to teamwork, Jenna shares fun facts, daily routines, and insider stories from the meerkat habitat.

]]> Join Keeper Jenna for a behind-the-scenes look at the Cincinnati Zoo’s meerkat mob! Learn what it takes to care for these curious and social animals, how their group dynamics work, and the unique personalities that make each meerkat stand out. From foraging to teamwork, Jenna shares fun facts, daily routines, and insider stories from the meerkat habitat. cincinnatizoo false No 3683 121 full Spooky Series: The Truth About Vampire Bats Spooky Series: The Truth About Vampire Bats https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-the-truth-about-vampire-bats/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-the-truth-about-vampire-bats/#comments Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:01:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/fd41cdda-7470-3868-82f1-73981cab73f3 Sink your teeth into this Spooky Series episode featuring the Zoo’s fascinating vampire bats! 🦇 Jenna and Mark are joined by keeper Amber to uncover the truth behind these mysterious nocturnal creatures. Learn more about their personalities, enrichment, adaptations and care! Amber also debunks myths about bats! 

]]> Sink your teeth into this Spooky Series episode featuring the Zoo’s fascinating vampire bats! 🦇 Jenna and Mark are joined by keeper Amber to uncover the truth behind these mysterious nocturnal creatures. Learn more about their personalities, enrichment, adaptations and care! Amber also debunks myths about bats! 

]]> Sink your teeth into this Spooky Series episode featuring the Zoo’s fascinating vampire bats! 🦇 Jenna and Mark are joined by keeper Amber to uncover the truth behind these mysterious nocturnal creatures. Learn more about their personalities, enrichment, adaptations and care! Amber also debunks myths about bats! cincinnatizoo false No 2876 120 full Spooky Series: Marshmallow The Not-So-Spooky Baby Skunk Spooky Series: Marshmallow The Not-So-Spooky Baby Skunk https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-marshmallow-the-not-so-spooky-baby-skunk/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-marshmallow-the-not-so-spooky-baby-skunk/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2025 06:01:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/0c0ed3fb-47e8-351f-9c73-97214a47d92b Think skunks are scary? Think again! 🦨 In this Spooky Series episode, baby skunk Marshmallow and his care team Sarah and Sammie join Jenna and Mark to clear the air about one of nature’s most misunderstood animals. Learn fun facts about skunks, and more about Marshmallow, and why these striped cuties deserve a little more love and a lot less fear!

]]> Think skunks are scary? Think again! 🦨 In this Spooky Series episode, baby skunk Marshmallow and his care team Sarah and Sammie join Jenna and Mark to clear the air about one of nature’s most misunderstood animals. Learn fun facts about skunks, and more about Marshmallow, and why these striped cuties deserve a little more love and a lot less fear!

]]> Think skunks are scary? Think again! 🦨 In this Spooky Series episode, baby skunk Marshmallow and his care team Sarah and Sammie join Jenna and Mark to clear the air about one of nature’s most misunderstood animals. Learn fun facts about skunks, and more about Marshmallow, and why these striped cuties deserve a little more love and a lot less fear! cincinnatizoo false No 2731 119 full Spooky Series: Aye Ayes with Faith Hall Spooky Series: Aye Ayes with Faith Hall https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-aye-ayes-with-faith-hall/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-aye-ayes-with-faith-hall/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:42:09 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/17a72dac-6c4b-3599-9eb3-15a96456de9f On this episode learn from zoo keeper Faith Hall about the aye aye, one of the most unusual primates in the world! Native to Madagascar, these rare lemurs are nocturnal and use their oversized ears and long, skinny middle finger to tap on wood and listen for insects hiding inside. Once they find a snack, that spooky finger helps scoop it out — nature’s very own “bug detector”! Though their unusual looks have sparked myths and superstitions, aye-ayes play an important role in their ecosystem by keeping insect populations in check. Sadly, they are considered endangered due to habitat loss.

]]> On this episode learn from zoo keeper Faith Hall about the aye aye, one of the most unusual primates in the world! Native to Madagascar, these rare lemurs are nocturnal and use their oversized ears and long, skinny middle finger to tap on wood and listen for insects hiding inside. Once they find a snack, that spooky finger helps scoop it out — nature’s very own “bug detector”! Though their unusual looks have sparked myths and superstitions, aye-ayes play an important role in their ecosystem by keeping insect populations in check. Sadly, they are considered endangered due to habitat loss.

]]> cincinnatizoo false No 2128 118 full Celebrating 150 Years of the Cincinnati Zoo with Director Thane Maynard Celebrating 150 Years of the Cincinnati Zoo with Director Thane Maynard https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-150-years-of-the-cincinnati-zoo-with-director-thane-maynard/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-150-years-of-the-cincinnati-zoo-with-director-thane-maynard/#comments Thu, 18 Sep 2025 03:32:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/3a9e6322-7652-3d1f-b71e-e402b5e6f806 In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we celebrate 150 years of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden with Director Thane Maynard. Thane reflects on the Zoo’s incredible journey since its founding in 1875, sharing fascinating stories from the past and highlighting how far the Zoo has come. From its earliest days as one of the nation’s first zoos to today’s role as a leader in animal care, conservation, and sustainability, listeners will get an inside look at the milestones, challenges, and inspiring transformations that shaped the Zoo’s legacy.

]]> In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we celebrate 150 years of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden with Director Thane Maynard. Thane reflects on the Zoo’s incredible journey since its founding in 1875, sharing fascinating stories from the past and highlighting how far the Zoo has come. From its earliest days as one of the nation’s first zoos to today’s role as a leader in animal care, conservation, and sustainability, listeners will get an inside look at the milestones, challenges, and inspiring transformations that shaped the Zoo’s legacy.

]]> In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we celebrate 150 years of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden with Director Thane Maynard. Thane reflects on the Zoo’s incredible journey since its founding in 1875, sharing fascinating stories from the past and highlighting how far the Zoo has come. From its earliest days as one of the nation’s first zoos to today’s role as a leader in animal care, conservation, and sustainability, listeners will get an inside look at the milestones, challenges, and inspiring transformations that shaped the Zoo’s legacy. cincinnatizoo false No 3510 117 full Reigning Reptile: Introducing Alex the King Cobra Reigning Reptile: Introducing Alex the King Cobra https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/reigning-reptile-introducing-alex-the-king-cobra/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/reigning-reptile-introducing-alex-the-king-cobra/#comments Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:07:10 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/56840373-2105-3363-b598-58c03b208557  

Meet Alex, the new king of the Reptile House! In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we introduce Alex the king cobra, the Zoo’s newest and most fascinating arrival. His keeper, Jenna, joins us to share what it’s like caring for the world’s longest venomous snake, from training and safety to Alex’s personality.

 

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Meet Alex, the new king of the Reptile House! In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we introduce Alex the king cobra, the Zoo’s newest and most fascinating arrival. His keeper, Jenna, joins us to share what it’s like caring for the world’s longest venomous snake, from training and safety to Alex’s personality.

 

]]> Meet Alex, the new king of the Reptile House! In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we introduce Alex the king cobra, the Zoo’s newest and most fascinating arrival. His keeper, Jenna, joins us to share what it’s like caring for the world’s longest venomous snake, from training and safety to Alex’s personality. cincinnatizoo false No 2711 116 full Updates from Hippo Cove Updates from Hippo Cove https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/updates-from-hippo-cove-1755711475/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/updates-from-hippo-cove-1755711475/#comments Thu, 21 Aug 2025 02:27:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/bc1b5009-da05-3b01-b31e-a15e5f3f9f72 Dive into the latest updates from Hippo Cove with hosts Jenna and Mark! 🦛 This episode covers everything from Fritz’s future and training milestones to how Fiona is doing. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, fun hippo facts, and insider updates straight from the team who cares for them every day. Whether you’ve followed Fiona from the start or just met the newest member of the bloat, this episode is packed with splashes of joy and fascinating hippo news you won’t want to miss! 

]]> Dive into the latest updates from Hippo Cove with hosts Jenna and Mark! 🦛 This episode covers everything from Fritz’s future and training milestones to how Fiona is doing. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, fun hippo facts, and insider updates straight from the team who cares for them every day. Whether you’ve followed Fiona from the start or just met the newest member of the bloat, this episode is packed with splashes of joy and fascinating hippo news you won’t want to miss! 

]]> Dive into the latest updates from Hippo Cove with hosts Jenna and Mark! 🦛 This episode covers everything from Fritz’s future and training milestones to how Fiona is doing. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, fun hippo facts, and insider updates straight from the team who cares for them every day. Whether you’ve followed Fiona from the start or just met the newest member of the bloat, this episode is packed with splashes of joy and fascinating hippo news you won’t want to miss! cincinnatizoo false No 2331 115 full EEHV Breakthrough: A Win for Cincinnati’s Elephant Herd EEHV Breakthrough: A Win for Cincinnati’s Elephant Herd https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/eehv-breakthrough-a-win-for-cincinnati-s-elephant-herd/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/eehv-breakthrough-a-win-for-cincinnati-s-elephant-herd/#comments Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:03:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/f95dbcd7-5598-35af-9a83-9fbbefa859c9 In this episode, hosts Jenna and Mark sit down with Zoological Manager of Elephants, Christy Ison and Dr. Mike Wenninger, Director of Animal Health, to explore the groundbreaking progress Cincinnati Zoo has made in protecting its young Asian elephants from Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpesvirus (EEHV).

This episode captures a hopeful turning point in elephant care: from daily keeper training to cutting-edge mRNA vaccine breakthroughs, Sanjay and Kabir’s recovery demonstrates what proactive veterinary science paired with strong keeper-elephant relationships can achieve. Christy and Dr. Mike’s insights offer both a moving behind‑the‑scenes story and a model for wildlife conservation worldwide.

]]> In this episode, hosts Jenna and Mark sit down with Zoological Manager of Elephants, Christy Ison and Dr. Mike Wenninger, Director of Animal Health, to explore the groundbreaking progress Cincinnati Zoo has made in protecting its young Asian elephants from Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpesvirus (EEHV).

This episode captures a hopeful turning point in elephant care: from daily keeper training to cutting-edge mRNA vaccine breakthroughs, Sanjay and Kabir’s recovery demonstrates what proactive veterinary science paired with strong keeper-elephant relationships can achieve. Christy and Dr. Mike’s insights offer both a moving behind‑the‑scenes story and a model for wildlife conservation worldwide.

]]> In this episode, hosts Jenna and Mark sit down with Zoological Manager of Elephants, Christy Ison and Dr. Mike Wenninger, Director of Animal Health, to explore the groundbreaking progress Cincinnati Zoo has made in protecting its young Asian elephants from Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpesvirus (EEHV). This episode captures a hopeful turning point in elephant care: from daily keeper training to cutting-edge mRNA vaccine breakthroughs, Sanjay and Kabir’s recovery demonstrates what proactive veterinary science paired with strong keeper-elephant relationships can achieve. Christy and Dr. Mike’s insights offer both a moving behind‑the‑scenes story and a model for wildlife conservation worldwide. cincinnatizoo false No 2442 114 full Celebrating Disability Pride Month Celebrating Disability Pride Month https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-disability-pride-month/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-disability-pride-month/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:00:54 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/26234bb7-432a-3d95-9acf-cf5152e642a2 In this inspiring episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we’re celebrating Disability Pride Month with two incredible guests. Annie, the Zoo’s Accessibility Manager, shares how the Zoo is working to create a more inclusive experience for all guests and team members. We’re also joined by Druh, a certified master scuba diver who helps keep pools clean for animals like hippos, elephants, penguins, and otters, and who has Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome - a rare genetic disorder.  

Druh started as a Zoo volunteer educator. Today, Druh is not only an essential part of the dive team but also a world-ranked para-karate athlete — a second-degree black belt, a member of Team USA, and ranked 8th in the world in women’s para kata!

As Dru says: “Don’t assume someone can’t do something because they have a disability. Look for the ability hidden within the disability—give people a chance, and they just might surprise you.”

]]> In this inspiring episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we’re celebrating Disability Pride Month with two incredible guests. Annie, the Zoo’s Accessibility Manager, shares how the Zoo is working to create a more inclusive experience for all guests and team members. We’re also joined by Druh, a certified master scuba diver who helps keep pools clean for animals like hippos, elephants, penguins, and otters, and who has Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome - a rare genetic disorder.  

Druh started as a Zoo volunteer educator. Today, Druh is not only an essential part of the dive team but also a world-ranked para-karate athlete — a second-degree black belt, a member of Team USA, and ranked 8th in the world in women’s para kata!

As Dru says: “Don’t assume someone can’t do something because they have a disability. Look for the ability hidden within the disability—give people a chance, and they just might surprise you.”

]]> In this inspiring episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we’re celebrating Disability Pride Month with two incredible guests. Annie, the Zoo’s Accessibility Manager, shares how the Zoo is working to create a more inclusive experience for all guests and team members. We’re also joined by Druh, a certified master scuba diver who helps keep pools clean for animals like hippos, elephants, penguins, and otters, and who has Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome - a rare genetic disorder.   Druh started as a Zoo volunteer educator. Today, Druh is not only an essential part of the dive team but also a world-ranked para-karate athlete — a second-degree black belt, a member of Team USA, and ranked 8th in the world in women’s para kata! As Dru says: “Don’t assume someone can’t do something because they have a disability. Look for the ability hidden within the disability—give people a chance, and they just might surprise you.” cincinnatizoo false No 2008 113 full Keeper Andie Gives Positive Update on Kris the Cheetah Keeper Andie Gives Positive Update on Kris the Cheetah https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/keeper-andie-gives-positive-update-on-kris-the-cheetah/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/keeper-andie-gives-positive-update-on-kris-the-cheetah/#comments Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:38:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/538574dc-40dc-3d90-bd57-19c441e4f370 In this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, Kris the cheetah’s keeper, Andie, shares an exciting update on how the beloved cat is doing in her recovery. From her playful personality to recent health milestones, Kris continues to thrive—and steal hearts—at the Cincinnati Zoo. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories, keeper insights, and why Kris remains one of the Zoo’s most inspiring animals.

]]> In this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, Kris the cheetah’s keeper, Andie, shares an exciting update on how the beloved cat is doing in her recovery. From her playful personality to recent health milestones, Kris continues to thrive—and steal hearts—at the Cincinnati Zoo. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories, keeper insights, and why Kris remains one of the Zoo’s most inspiring animals.

]]> In this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, Kris the cheetah’s keeper, Andie, shares an exciting update on how the beloved cat is doing in her recovery. From her playful personality to recent health milestones, Kris continues to thrive—and steal hearts—at the Cincinnati Zoo. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories, keeper insights, and why Kris remains one of the Zoo’s most inspiring animals. cincinnatizoo false No 2231 112 full Pregnancy Update: Gladys the Gorilla Pregnancy Update: Gladys the Gorilla https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/pregnancy-update-gladys-the-gorilla/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/pregnancy-update-gladys-the-gorilla/#comments Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:06:04 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/a712824f-5c33-3ed0-9b0b-a45be05ddd62 In the newest episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, dedicated keepers Grace and Shaina offer an exciting update on Gladys the gorilla’s pregnancy. They share insights into her changing behavior, and how her care routine has been carefully tailored over the past few months to prepare for a new baby! It’s a heartwarming and educational episode that shows the care, anticipation, and joy surrounding this soon-to-be mother.

]]> In the newest episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, dedicated keepers Grace and Shaina offer an exciting update on Gladys the gorilla’s pregnancy. They share insights into her changing behavior, and how her care routine has been carefully tailored over the past few months to prepare for a new baby! It’s a heartwarming and educational episode that shows the care, anticipation, and joy surrounding this soon-to-be mother.

]]> In the newest episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, dedicated keepers Grace and Shaina offer an exciting update on Gladys the gorilla’s pregnancy. They share insights into her changing behavior, and how her care routine has been carefully tailored over the past few months to prepare for a new baby! It’s a heartwarming and educational episode that shows the care, anticipation, and joy surrounding this soon-to-be mother. cincinnatizoo false No 2513 111 full Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/steve-foltz-director-of-horticulture/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/steve-foltz-director-of-horticulture/#comments Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/99e1e655-333a-39d2-bd12-f31295c9d5bb Join Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, as he delves into the vibrant world of the Zoo's gardens in this enlightening episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales. Steve shares insights into the meticulous planning behind the Zoo's stunning botanical displays, offering tips on the best annual plants to cultivate in your own garden. He also discusses the Zoo's community gardening initiatives, highlighting their role in promoting sustainability and conservation. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, this episode is brimming with inspiration and practical advice to help your garden flourish.

]]> Join Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, as he delves into the vibrant world of the Zoo's gardens in this enlightening episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales. Steve shares insights into the meticulous planning behind the Zoo's stunning botanical displays, offering tips on the best annual plants to cultivate in your own garden. He also discusses the Zoo's community gardening initiatives, highlighting their role in promoting sustainability and conservation. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, this episode is brimming with inspiration and practical advice to help your garden flourish.

]]> Join Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, as he delves into the vibrant world of the Zoo’s gardens in this enlightening episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales. Steve shares insights into the meticulous planning behind the Zoo’s stunning botanical displays, offering tips on the best annual plants to cultivate in your own garden. He also discusses the Zoo’s community gardening initiatives, highlighting their role in promoting sustainability and conservation. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, this episode is brimming with inspiration and practical advice to help your garden flourish. cincinnatizoo false No 2542 110 full From Otter Pups to Siamangs: Behind the Scenes at Elephant Trek From Otter Pups to Siamangs: Behind the Scenes at Elephant Trek https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/from-otter-pups-to-siamangs-behind-the-scenes-at-elephant-trek/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/from-otter-pups-to-siamangs-behind-the-scenes-at-elephant-trek/#comments Thu, 29 May 2025 10:57:22 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/5b30554f-d1b6-3d8e-abe6-ee371b35cfa7 In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, keepers Wendy and Carli share the behind-the-scenes excitement of opening the brand-new Elephant Trek habitat! Hear what it’s been like to welcome and care for incredible new species like the vibrant rhinoceros hornbills, playful Asian small-clawed otters, and energetic siamangs.

The keepers talk about the personalities of these fascinating animals, the process of introducing them to their new home, and the rewarding challenges of caring for them—especially four adorable Asian small-clawed otter pups! Whether you're an animal lover or curious about what goes into managing a complex, multi-species habitat, this episode is full of fun insights and heartfelt stories from the team that makes it all happen.

]]> In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, keepers Wendy and Carli share the behind-the-scenes excitement of opening the brand-new Elephant Trek habitat! Hear what it’s been like to welcome and care for incredible new species like the vibrant rhinoceros hornbills, playful Asian small-clawed otters, and energetic siamangs.

The keepers talk about the personalities of these fascinating animals, the process of introducing them to their new home, and the rewarding challenges of caring for them—especially four adorable Asian small-clawed otter pups! Whether you're an animal lover or curious about what goes into managing a complex, multi-species habitat, this episode is full of fun insights and heartfelt stories from the team that makes it all happen.

]]> In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, keepers Wendy and Carli share the behind-the-scenes excitement of opening the brand-new Elephant Trek habitat! Hear what it’s been like to welcome and care for incredible new species like the vibrant rhinoceros hornbills, playful Asian small-clawed otters, and energetic siamangs. The keepers talk about the personalities of these fascinating animals, the process of introducing them to their new home, and the rewarding challenges of caring for them—especially four adorable Asian small-clawed otter pups! Whether you’re an animal lover or curious about what goes into managing a complex, multi-species habitat, this episode is full of fun insights and heartfelt stories from the team that makes it all happen. cincinnatizoo false No 2843 109 full Celebrating 150 Years of the Cincinnati Zoo Celebrating 150 Years of the Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-150-years-of-the-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-150-years-of-the-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Thu, 15 May 2025 14:47:49 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/33c66b44-8cad-345a-b874-51d97196525c In a special episode of the Cincinnati Zoo Tales podcast, the hosts celebrate the zoo's 150th anniversary by reflecting on its rich history and conservation milestones. They share behind-the-scenes stories, from the zoo's early days to its evolution into a world-renowned wildlife institution. The episode also highlights how the zoo continues to inspire future generations through education and animal care.

]]> In a special episode of the Cincinnati Zoo Tales podcast, the hosts celebrate the zoo's 150th anniversary by reflecting on its rich history and conservation milestones. They share behind-the-scenes stories, from the zoo's early days to its evolution into a world-renowned wildlife institution. The episode also highlights how the zoo continues to inspire future generations through education and animal care.

]]> In a special episode of the Cincinnati Zoo Tales podcast, the hosts celebrate the zoo’s 150th anniversary by reflecting on its rich history and conservation milestones. They share behind-the-scenes stories, from the zoo’s early days to its evolution into a world-renowned wildlife institution. The episode also highlights how the zoo continues to inspire future generations through education and animal care. cincinnatizoo false No 2505 108 full Cincinnati Zoo and the Seacrest Studios Cincinnati Zoo and the Seacrest Studios https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cincinnati-zoo-and-the-seacrest-studios/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cincinnati-zoo-and-the-seacrest-studios/#comments Thu, 01 May 2025 13:21:16 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/ed6c7b1b-7f2c-3fdd-826b-aa1f30925740 In this heartwarming episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, hosts Jenna and Mark take you on a special journey beyond the zoo gates to Seacrest Studios at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. They sit down with Kevin, the dynamic force behind the in-house media studio that brings smiles, creativity, and entertainment to young patients and their families. Together, they chat about the power of storytelling, the magic of animal visits at the hospital, and the unique partnership between the Zoo and Seacrest Studios. It’s an inspiring conversation filled with hope, laughter, and a shared mission to bring joy to the community—one wild tale at a time. 

]]> In this heartwarming episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, hosts Jenna and Mark take you on a special journey beyond the zoo gates to Seacrest Studios at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. They sit down with Kevin, the dynamic force behind the in-house media studio that brings smiles, creativity, and entertainment to young patients and their families. Together, they chat about the power of storytelling, the magic of animal visits at the hospital, and the unique partnership between the Zoo and Seacrest Studios. It’s an inspiring conversation filled with hope, laughter, and a shared mission to bring joy to the community—one wild tale at a time. 

]]> In this heartwarming episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, hosts Jenna and Mark take you on a special journey beyond the zoo gates to Seacrest Studios at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. They sit down with Kevin, the dynamic force behind the in-house media studio that brings smiles, creativity, and entertainment to young patients and their families. Together, they chat about the power of storytelling, the magic of animal visits at the hospital, and the unique partnership between the Zoo and Seacrest Studios. It’s an inspiring conversation filled with hope, laughter, and a shared mission to bring joy to the community—one wild tale at a time. cincinnatizoo false No 1885 107 full Zookeeper Lincoln – The 4-Year-Old Animal Expert! Zookeeper Lincoln – The 4-Year-Old Animal Expert! https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/zookeeper-lincoln-%e2%80%93-the-4-year-old-animal-expert/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/zookeeper-lincoln-%e2%80%93-the-4-year-old-animal-expert/#comments Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:45:31 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/8b3f0c62-c89a-374a-81f6-6d933d334bbf Get ready for a wild adventure as Cincinnati Zoo Tales welcomes its youngest guest ever! Meet Lincoln, host Jenna's son, and a four-year-old animal enthusiast with big zookeeper dreams. Join Lincoln and the zoo team as they share fun facts, silly animal stories, and behind-the-scenes zoo magic. This playful episode is perfect for kids (and kids at heart) who love animals and laughter! 🦁🦒🐘

]]> Get ready for a wild adventure as Cincinnati Zoo Tales welcomes its youngest guest ever! Meet Lincoln, host Jenna's son, and a four-year-old animal enthusiast with big zookeeper dreams. Join Lincoln and the zoo team as they share fun facts, silly animal stories, and behind-the-scenes zoo magic. This playful episode is perfect for kids (and kids at heart) who love animals and laughter! 🦁🦒🐘

]]> Get ready for a wild adventure as Cincinnati Zoo Tales welcomes its youngest guest ever! Meet Lincoln, a four-year-old animal enthusiast with big zookeeper dreams. Join Lincoln and the zoo team as they share fun facts, silly animal stories, and behind-the-scenes zoo magic. This playful episode is perfect for kids (and kids at heart) who love animals and laughter! 🦁🦒🐘 cincinnatizoo false No 1858 106 full Celebrating 50 Years of Zoo Academy at the Cincinnati Zoo Celebrating 50 Years of Zoo Academy at the Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-50-years-of-zoo-academy-at-the-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebrating-50-years-of-zoo-academy-at-the-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:56:34 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/12242785-0f96-39a9-8ab4-87a250d54006 Join us for a special episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Zoo Academy, a groundbreaking program combining high school education with hands-on animal care experience. Hear inspiring stories from special guests, including Zoo Academy graduates Paul Reinhart and Maurice Lattimore and Director of Education, Dan Marsh, who are all a part of the Cincinnati Zoo team today! From caring for animals to advancing conservation efforts, these alumni share how the program shaped their careers and lives. Don’t miss this heartwarming tribute to a half-century of fostering passion for wildlife and education. 🌍🎉

]]> Join us for a special episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Zoo Academy, a groundbreaking program combining high school education with hands-on animal care experience. Hear inspiring stories from special guests, including Zoo Academy graduates Paul Reinhart and Maurice Lattimore and Director of Education, Dan Marsh, who are all a part of the Cincinnati Zoo team today! From caring for animals to advancing conservation efforts, these alumni share how the program shaped their careers and lives. Don’t miss this heartwarming tribute to a half-century of fostering passion for wildlife and education. 🌍🎉

]]> Join us for a special episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Zoo Academy, a groundbreaking program combining high school education with hands-on animal care experience. Hear inspiring stories from special guests, including Zoo Academy graduates Paul Reinhart and Maurice Lattimore and Director of Education, Dan Marsh, who are all a part of the Cincinnati Zoo team today! From caring for animals to advancing conservation efforts, these alumni share how the program shaped their careers and lives. Don’t miss this heartwarming tribute to a half-century of fostering passion for wildlife and education. 🌍🎉 cincinnatizoo false No 3598 105 full Sustainability at the Cincinnati Zoo Sustainability at the Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/sustainability-at-the-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/sustainability-at-the-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:03:29 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/22586509-7ea4-372b-9ced-aa99a28c0ba4 Explore how the Cincinnati Zoo is leading the charge in conservation and sustainability with Mallory and Megan from the Cincinnati Zoo's Sustainability Team! In this podcast, we dive into the zoo's groundbreaking projects that aim to protect wildlife, reduce waste, and create a greener future. Join us for an inside look at how the zoo is setting a new standard for sustainability. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or just curious about eco-friendly practices, this series will inspire and inform on how we can all contribute to a more sustainable planet.

]]> Explore how the Cincinnati Zoo is leading the charge in conservation and sustainability with Mallory and Megan from the Cincinnati Zoo's Sustainability Team! In this podcast, we dive into the zoo's groundbreaking projects that aim to protect wildlife, reduce waste, and create a greener future. Join us for an inside look at how the zoo is setting a new standard for sustainability. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or just curious about eco-friendly practices, this series will inspire and inform on how we can all contribute to a more sustainable planet.

]]> Explore how the Cincinnati Zoo is leading the charge in conservation and sustainability with Mallory and Megan from the Cincinnati Zoo’s Sustainability Team! In this podcast, we dive into the zoo’s groundbreaking projects that aim to protect wildlife, reduce waste, and create a greener future. Join us for an inside look at how the zoo is setting a new standard for sustainability. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast or just curious about eco-friendly practices, this series will inspire and inform on how we can all contribute to a more sustainable planet. cincinnatizoo false No 3951 104 full Spooky Series: Debunking Myths about Cockroaches Spooky Series: Debunking Myths about Cockroaches https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-debunking-myths-about-cockroaches/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-debunking-myths-about-cockroaches/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:38:14 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/95f6201e-d6ea-3907-ad42-77250832dad2 In this spine-tingling episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we dive into the world of one of Halloween's most misunderstood creatures: the cockroach! They may seem creepy, but these little critters are actually environmental superheroes.  We turn the spotlight on cockroaches, revealing how they’re far from the spooky pests they’re made out to be. Embrace the unexpected—and maybe even learn to love these eco-friendly scavengers!

]]> In this spine-tingling episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we dive into the world of one of Halloween's most misunderstood creatures: the cockroach! They may seem creepy, but these little critters are actually environmental superheroes.  We turn the spotlight on cockroaches, revealing how they’re far from the spooky pests they’re made out to be. Embrace the unexpected—and maybe even learn to love these eco-friendly scavengers!

]]> In this spine-tingling episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we dive into the world of one of Halloween’s most misunderstood creatures: the cockroach! They may seem creepy, but these little critters are actually environmental superheroes.  We turn the spotlight on cockroaches, revealing how they’re far from the spooky pests they’re made out to be. Embrace the unexpected—and maybe even learn to love these eco-friendly scavengers! cincinnatizoo false No 2887 103 full Spooky Series: Debunking Myths about Opossums Spooky Series: Debunking Myths about Opossums https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-debunking-myths-about-opossums/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-debunking-myths-about-opossums/#comments Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:35:53 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/3db14ad4-7e96-3287-a2d5-6626e336e063 Get into the spooky spirit with the latest episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! We're debunking myths about one of nature's most misunderstood creatures—the opossum! From playing dead to their surprising benefits for the environment, this episode is packed with fun facts that might just change the way you see these nocturnal critters. Tune in to uncover the truth about opossums and why they deserve a spot as one of Halloween’s unsung heroes!

]]> Get into the spooky spirit with the latest episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! We're debunking myths about one of nature's most misunderstood creatures—the opossum! From playing dead to their surprising benefits for the environment, this episode is packed with fun facts that might just change the way you see these nocturnal critters. Tune in to uncover the truth about opossums and why they deserve a spot as one of Halloween’s unsung heroes!

]]> Get into the spooky spirit with the latest episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! We’re debunking myths about one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures—the opossum! From playing dead to their surprising benefits for the environment, this episode is packed with fun facts that might just change the way you see these nocturnal critters. Tune in to uncover the truth about opossums and why they deserve a spot as one of Halloween’s unsung heroes! cincinnatizoo false No 2916 102 full Spooky Series: Debunking Myths about Rats Spooky Series: Debunking Myths about Rats https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-debunking-myths-about-rats/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-series-debunking-myths-about-rats/#comments Wed, 02 Oct 2024 14:52:11 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/8b3566f4-3bb8-33c6-af67-74b143de02f2 This episode dives into the world of rats, separating fact from fiction! From urban legends to misconceptions about their role in spreading disease, this episode explores common myths and presents surprising truths about these misunderstood creatures. Through an expert interview with keeper Keri Ann, listeners gain a fresh perspective on the intelligence, adaptability, and even benefits of rats in ecosystems. Perfect for both animal lovers and those curious about the real story behind these often-feared rodents.

]]> This episode dives into the world of rats, separating fact from fiction! From urban legends to misconceptions about their role in spreading disease, this episode explores common myths and presents surprising truths about these misunderstood creatures. Through an expert interview with keeper Keri Ann, listeners gain a fresh perspective on the intelligence, adaptability, and even benefits of rats in ecosystems. Perfect for both animal lovers and those curious about the real story behind these often-feared rodents.

]]> This episode dives into the world of rats, separating fact from fiction! From urban legends to misconceptions about their role in spreading disease, this episode explores common myths and presents surprising truths about these misunderstood creatures. Through an expert interview with keeper Keri Ann, listeners gain a fresh perspective on the intelligence, adaptability, and even benefits of rats in ecosystems. Perfect for both animal lovers and those curious about the real story behind these often-feared rodents. cincinnatizoo false No 2746 101 full The 100th Episode! The 100th Episode! https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/the-100th-episode/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/the-100th-episode/#comments Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:02:33 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/54f2834f-e45b-3ced-b995-f55f28228ab1 Join us for a special milestone: the 100th episode of *Cincinnati Zoo Tales*! 🎉 A huge thank you to all our listeners for your support! This week, Jenna and Mark take you behind the scenes at the Zoo’s main entrance, where they chat with fans, members, and staff. Tune in to celebrate 100 episodes with us and enjoy a fun, lively new episode!

]]> Join us for a special milestone: the 100th episode of *Cincinnati Zoo Tales*! 🎉 A huge thank you to all our listeners for your support! This week, Jenna and Mark take you behind the scenes at the Zoo’s main entrance, where they chat with fans, members, and staff. Tune in to celebrate 100 episodes with us and enjoy a fun, lively new episode!

]]> Join us for a special milestone: the 100th episode of *Cincinnati Zoo Tales*! 🎉 A huge thank you to all our listeners for your support! This week, Jenna and Mark take you behind the scenes at the Zoo’s main entrance, where they chat with fans, members, and staff. Tune in to celebrate 100 episodes with us and enjoy a fun, lively new episode! cincinnatizoo false No 3544 100 full Gladys the Gorilla's Care Team Gladys the Gorilla's Care Team https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/gladys-the-gorillas-care-team/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/gladys-the-gorillas-care-team/#comments Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:00:28 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/77eb64bc-6df2-3ca9-acdc-060a7ea9f73e Join us on this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales as we dive into the inspiring recovery story of Gladys the gorilla. After suffering a broken arm, Gladys faced a journey to heal including being fitted for the first ever titanium cast for a gorilla and later, participating in physical therapy. We're joined by her dedicated keepers, Grace and Stephanie, and the skilled veterinarian, Dr. Mike, who all played vital roles in her recovery. Hear firsthand about the care, dedication, and expertise that went into helping Gladys regain her strength, along with some touching and humorous moments along the way. Don't miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the extraordinary bond between animals and their caregivers.

]]> Join us on this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales as we dive into the inspiring recovery story of Gladys the gorilla. After suffering a broken arm, Gladys faced a journey to heal including being fitted for the first ever titanium cast for a gorilla and later, participating in physical therapy. We're joined by her dedicated keepers, Grace and Stephanie, and the skilled veterinarian, Dr. Mike, who all played vital roles in her recovery. Hear firsthand about the care, dedication, and expertise that went into helping Gladys regain her strength, along with some touching and humorous moments along the way. Don't miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the extraordinary bond between animals and their caregivers.

]]> Join us on this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales as we dive into the inspiring recovery story of Gladys the gorilla. After suffering a broken arm, Gladys faced a journey to heal including being fitted for the first ever titanium cast for a gorilla and later, participating in physical therapy. We’re joined by her dedicated keepers, Grace and Stephanie, and the skilled veterinarian, Dr. Mike, who all played vital roles in her recovery. Hear firsthand about the care, dedication, and expertise that went into helping Gladys regain her strength, along with some touching and humorous moments along the way. Don’t miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the extraordinary bond between animals and their caregivers. cincinnatizoo false No 3980 99 full Saving Sloths in Costa Rica Saving Sloths in Costa Rica https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/saving-sloths-in-costa-rica/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/saving-sloths-in-costa-rica/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2024 03:31:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/237eac11-60ba-37ce-8c50-0ef427e681b3 🌴 Sloth Superheroes Unite! 🦥 In this episode, join the Cincinnati Zoo staff as they recall their journey to Costa Rica to visit our conservation partners at The Sloth Institute who are working to save the sloth population! 🌎 From creating sloth speedways to collecting camera traps, these wildlife warriors show that protecting these slow-moving, tree-hugging creatures is no small feat. Get ready for heartwarming stories, wild adventures, and a whole lot of sloth love as the team works tirelessly to ensure these adorable animals can keep on lounging in peace. It's a tale of conservation, teamwork, and the ultimate animal rescue mission! 

]]> 🌴 Sloth Superheroes Unite! 🦥 In this episode, join the Cincinnati Zoo staff as they recall their journey to Costa Rica to visit our conservation partners at The Sloth Institute who are working to save the sloth population! 🌎 From creating sloth speedways to collecting camera traps, these wildlife warriors show that protecting these slow-moving, tree-hugging creatures is no small feat. Get ready for heartwarming stories, wild adventures, and a whole lot of sloth love as the team works tirelessly to ensure these adorable animals can keep on lounging in peace. It's a tale of conservation, teamwork, and the ultimate animal rescue mission! 

]]> 🌴 Sloth Superheroes Unite! 🦥 In this episode, join the Cincinnati Zoo staff as they recall their journey to Costa Rica to visit our conservation partners at The Sloth Institute who are working to save the sloth population! 🌎 From creating sloth speedways to collecting camera traps, these wildlife warriors show that protecting these slow-moving, tree-hugging creatures is no small feat. Get ready for heartwarming stories, wild adventures, and a whole lot of sloth love as the team works tirelessly to ensure these adorable animals can keep on lounging in peace. It’s a tale of conservation, teamwork, and the ultimate animal rescue mission! cincinnatizoo false No 4390 98 full Happy 2nd Birthday Fritz! Happy 2nd Birthday Fritz! https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-2nd-birthday-fritz/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-2nd-birthday-fritz/#comments Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:00:38 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/5cb67469-1bb7-33a7-a6d8-fab55236714e Celebrate Fritz's 2nd birthday with a special episode dedicated to everyone's favorite hippo! Join his keepers, Jenna and Mark, as they share delightful stories about his growth, favorite foods, playful personality, and the fascinating dynamics within his group. Discover fun facts and behind-the-scenes insights that will make you love Fritz even more!

]]> Celebrate Fritz's 2nd birthday with a special episode dedicated to everyone's favorite hippo! Join his keepers, Jenna and Mark, as they share delightful stories about his growth, favorite foods, playful personality, and the fascinating dynamics within his group. Discover fun facts and behind-the-scenes insights that will make you love Fritz even more!

]]> Celebrate Fritz’s 2nd birthday with a special episode dedicated to everyone’s favorite hippo! Join his keepers, Jenna and Mark, as they share delightful stories about his growth, favorite foods, playful personality, and the fascinating dynamics within his group. Discover fun facts and behind-the-scenes insights that will make you love Fritz even more! cincinnatizoo false No 2219 97 full North American River Otters with Keepers Tara and Remy North American River Otters with Keepers Tara and Remy https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/north-american-river-otters-with-keepers-tara-and-remy/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/north-american-river-otters-with-keepers-tara-and-remy/#comments Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/2bc88a6c-76de-3766-98e5-a75f2a4d8b3e In this engaging episode, zookeepers from the Cincinnati Zoo share their experiences and insights into the care and conservation of North American river otters. The conversation delves into various aspects of otter husbandry, highlighting the zoo's efforts to provide a naturalistic and enriching environment for these playful animals.

The podcast offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of North American river otters at the Cincinnati Zoo, showcasing the dedication and expertise of the zookeepers who ensure these animals thrive! 

 

]]> In this engaging episode, zookeepers from the Cincinnati Zoo share their experiences and insights into the care and conservation of North American river otters. The conversation delves into various aspects of otter husbandry, highlighting the zoo's efforts to provide a naturalistic and enriching environment for these playful animals.

The podcast offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of North American river otters at the Cincinnati Zoo, showcasing the dedication and expertise of the zookeepers who ensure these animals thrive! 

 

]]> In this engaging episode, zookeepers from the Cincinnati Zoo share their experiences and insights into the care and conservation of North American river otters. The conversation delves into various aspects of otter husbandry, highlighting the zoo’s efforts to provide a naturalistic and enriching environment for these playful animals. The podcast offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of North American river otters at the Cincinnati Zoo, showcasing the dedication and expertise of the zookeepers who ensure these animals thrive! cincinnatizoo false No 3206 96 full Aimee Owen, Cincinnati Zoo Aimee Owen, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/aimee-owen-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/aimee-owen-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:50:27 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/0371e3db-9a62-3c72-a9f8-291fc947004f This new episode is all about sihek birds! Hear more about this fascinating conservation story from Cincinnati Zoo keeper Aimee! This species is extinct in the wild & chicks hatched at the Cincinnati Zoo will be part of an attempt to re-establish a population on Palmyra Atoll, a Nature Conservancy Preserve and research station. This protected, predator-free island is an ideal location for wild introductions, paving the way for the species' eventual return to Guam. Nine zoos across the U.S. are taking part in the collaborative breeding program of the sihek in preparation for this year’s hopeful release. 

]]> This new episode is all about sihek birds! Hear more about this fascinating conservation story from Cincinnati Zoo keeper Aimee! This species is extinct in the wild & chicks hatched at the Cincinnati Zoo will be part of an attempt to re-establish a population on Palmyra Atoll, a Nature Conservancy Preserve and research station. This protected, predator-free island is an ideal location for wild introductions, paving the way for the species' eventual return to Guam. Nine zoos across the U.S. are taking part in the collaborative breeding program of the sihek in preparation for this year’s hopeful release. 

]]> This new episode is all about sihek birds! Hear more about this fascinating conservation story from Cincinnati Zoo keeper Aimee! This species is extinct in the wild & chicks hatched at the Cincinnati Zoo will be part of an attempt to re-establish a population on Palmyra Atoll, a Nature Conservancy Preserve and research station. This protected, predator-free island is an ideal location for wild introductions, paving the way for the species’ eventual return to Guam. Nine zoos across the U.S. are taking part in the collaborative breeding program of the sihek in preparation for this year’s hopeful release. cincinnatizoo false No 4811 95 full Jenna and Mark, Cincinnati Zoo Jenna and Mark, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-and-mark-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-and-mark-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 26 Jun 2024 03:01:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/f7356bb5-5606-3320-948d-6f2d60c15fd4 Have you ever dreamed of becoming a zookeeper? Join Jenna and Mark, experienced keepers, as they share their expert insights and answer all your questions. Tune in now for their invaluable advice on starting your zookeeper career!

]]> Have you ever dreamed of becoming a zookeeper? Join Jenna and Mark, experienced keepers, as they share their expert insights and answer all your questions. Tune in now for their invaluable advice on starting your zookeeper career!

]]> Have you ever dreamed of becoming a zookeeper? Join Jenna and Mark, experienced keepers, as they share their expert insights and answer all your questions. Tune in now for their invaluable advice on starting your zookeeper career! cincinnatizoo false No 2414 94 full Jenna Bowerman, Cincinnati Zoo Jenna Bowerman, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-bowerman-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-bowerman-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:58:05 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/72bc0787-356b-38a3-a239-72211e4f0d22 This new Cincinnati Zoo Tales podcast episode is all about Galapagos tortoises! Uncover the secrets behind these ancient giants and their unique habitats from their keeper. Join the experts as they share amazing stories about this wonderful species! 

]]> This new Cincinnati Zoo Tales podcast episode is all about Galapagos tortoises! Uncover the secrets behind these ancient giants and their unique habitats from their keeper. Join the experts as they share amazing stories about this wonderful species! 

]]> This new Cincinnati Zoo Tales podcast episode is all about Galapagos tortoises! Uncover the secrets behind these ancient giants and their unique habitats from their keeper. Join the experts as they share amazing stories about this wonderful species! cincinnatizoo false No 3642 93 full Erin Curry, MS, Ph.D & Emily Virgin, Ph.D., CREW, Cincinnati Zoo Erin Curry, MS, Ph.D & Emily Virgin, Ph.D., CREW, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/erin-curry-ms-phd-emily-virgin-phd-crew-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/erin-curry-ms-phd-emily-virgin-phd-crew-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 29 May 2024 15:09:45 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/5acbe07d-d4c9-30d5-8e04-6af64db8fb1a Dr. Erin and Dr. Emily from CREW are revolutionizing polar bear reproduction research! Discover how they are creating a polar bear pregnancy test, researching how environments are affecting polar bears and how they are able to measure multiple hormones at once —a game changer in wildlife monitoring! 

]]> Dr. Erin and Dr. Emily from CREW are revolutionizing polar bear reproduction research! Discover how they are creating a polar bear pregnancy test, researching how environments are affecting polar bears and how they are able to measure multiple hormones at once —a game changer in wildlife monitoring! 

]]> Dr. Erin and Dr. Emily from CREW are revolutionizing polar bear reproduction research! Discover how they are creating a polar bear pregnancy test, researching how environments are affecting polar bears and how they are able to measure multiple hormones at once —a game changer in wildlife monitoring! cincinnatizoo false No 3946 92 full Coexistence Champions Travel to Kenya Coexistence Champions Travel to Kenya https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/coexistence-champions-travel-to-kenya/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/coexistence-champions-travel-to-kenya/#comments Wed, 15 May 2024 14:49:54 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/9411803a-0d68-3e9a-bffa-ed6956ed763d A group of Coexistence Champions from the Cincinnati Zoo traveled to Kenya to meet with the Zoo's conservation partners at SORALO. For over a decade, the Cincinnati Zoo has supported SORALO, where wildlife & people coexist, sharing the same spaces & resources. Learn more about their trip and Kenya in this exciting new episode! 

 

Purchase bracelets made by the women of SORALO! All funds will go back to the women of Olkiramatian Reto Women’s Group, who will decide how to use the funds to support their community. In the past 10 years, they've paid school fees for 100 children! https://shopcincinnatizoo.com/products/soralo-bracelets-set-of-3

]]> A group of Coexistence Champions from the Cincinnati Zoo traveled to Kenya to meet with the Zoo's conservation partners at SORALO. For over a decade, the Cincinnati Zoo has supported SORALO, where wildlife & people coexist, sharing the same spaces & resources. Learn more about their trip and Kenya in this exciting new episode! 

 

Purchase bracelets made by the women of SORALO! All funds will go back to the women of Olkiramatian Reto Women’s Group, who will decide how to use the funds to support their community. In the past 10 years, they've paid school fees for 100 children! https://shopcincinnatizoo.com/products/soralo-bracelets-set-of-3

]]> A group of Coexistence Champions from the Cincinnati Zoo traveled to Kenya to meet with the Zoo’s conservation partners at SORALO. For over a decade, the Cincinnati Zoo has supported SORALO, where wildlife & people coexist, sharing the same spaces & resources. Learn more about their trip and Kenya in this exciting new episode! cincinnatizoo false No 4317 91 full Dr. Mike Wenninger and Dr. Hali Jungers Dr. Mike Wenninger and Dr. Hali Jungers https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-mike-wenninger-and-dr-hali-jungers/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-mike-wenninger-and-dr-hali-jungers/#comments Wed, 01 May 2024 13:44:51 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/f0c243ad-e1c7-30e6-9d87-ae9fb8fa36ca Dive deep into the fascinating world of aquatic health care! The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden and Newport Aquarium joined forces to conduct routine comprehensive health examinations on the Aquarium’s 14 female cownose stingrays. Listen to this new episode for an exclusive peek behind the scenes and learn firsthand about the vital work being done to ensure the thriving health of our underwater friends. 

]]> Dive deep into the fascinating world of aquatic health care! The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden and Newport Aquarium joined forces to conduct routine comprehensive health examinations on the Aquarium’s 14 female cownose stingrays. Listen to this new episode for an exclusive peek behind the scenes and learn firsthand about the vital work being done to ensure the thriving health of our underwater friends. 

]]> Dive deep into the fascinating world of aquatic health care! The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden and Newport Aquarium joined forces to conduct routine comprehensive health examinations on the Aquarium’s 14 female cownose stingrays. Listen to this new episode for an exclusive peek behind the scenes and learn firsthand about the vital work being done to ensure the thriving health of our underwater friends. cincinnatizoo false No 2158 90 full Cincinnati Animal CARE Cincinnati Animal CARE https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cincinnati-animal-care/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cincinnati-animal-care/#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2024 17:10:30 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/c53dca92-c743-3543-879f-1309e60ee40a Dive into the heartwarming world of rescue animal advocacy with Jenna and Mark in this latest episode! Join them as they chat with the incredible team at Cincinnati Animal CARE. Discover the joy of fostering dogs for a day and learn more about other exciting volunteer opportunities at your local animal shelter.

]]> Dive into the heartwarming world of rescue animal advocacy with Jenna and Mark in this latest episode! Join them as they chat with the incredible team at Cincinnati Animal CARE. Discover the joy of fostering dogs for a day and learn more about other exciting volunteer opportunities at your local animal shelter.

]]> Dive into the heartwarming world of rescue animal advocacy with Jenna and Mark in this latest episode! Join them as they chat with the incredible team at Cincinnati Animal CARE. Discover the joy of fostering dogs for a day and learn more about other exciting volunteer opportunities at your local animal shelter. cincinnatizoo false No 3427 89 full Jenna & Mark, Cincinnati Zoo Jenna & Mark, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-mark-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-mark-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:39:07 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/3d4beb51-58e6-33ac-9845-a20f1870da3f Hosts Jenna and Mark talk about what it's like to help raise baby lesser kudu, Maizy! 

]]> Hosts Jenna and Mark talk about what it's like to help raise baby lesser kudu, Maizy! 

]]> Hosts Jenna and Mark talk about what it’s like to help raise baby lesser kudu, Maizy! cincinnatizoo false No 2493 88 full Darcee Beckner, Cincinnati Zoo Darcee Beckner, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/darcee-beckner-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/darcee-beckner-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:02:07 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/ae92c226-dc3a-3009-8779-ea3c388db78b Keeper Darcee updates us on snow leopards Renji and Nubo! In this episode you'll learn about their unique fur, how to tell them apart, what their favorite foods are and more about the care they receive. 

]]> Keeper Darcee updates us on snow leopards Renji and Nubo! In this episode you'll learn about their unique fur, how to tell them apart, what their favorite foods are and more about the care they receive. 

]]> Keeper Darcee updates us on snow leopards Renji and Nubo! In this episode you’ll learn about their unique fur, how to tell them apart, what their favorite foods are and more about the care they receive. cincinnatizoo false No 2637 87 full Brian Jorg, Cincinnati Zoo Brian Jorg, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/brian-jorg-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/brian-jorg-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:51:15 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/871e79a2-7519-325d-9dfe-fa5cc76bc696 Brian J, manager of the Zoo's Native Plant Program, talks about the Zoo's offsite property at Bowyer Farm! Brian and his team were able to restore the agricultural land back to its native wetland habitat, resulting in hundreds of local wildlife returning to the area! Brian plants native plants and trees by the thousands, hoping to really make an impact in the community! Learn more about all that goes on at the Zoo's Bowyer Farm! 

]]> Brian J, manager of the Zoo's Native Plant Program, talks about the Zoo's offsite property at Bowyer Farm! Brian and his team were able to restore the agricultural land back to its native wetland habitat, resulting in hundreds of local wildlife returning to the area! Brian plants native plants and trees by the thousands, hoping to really make an impact in the community! Learn more about all that goes on at the Zoo's Bowyer Farm! 

]]> Brian J, manager of the Zoo’s Native Plant Program, talks about the Zoo’s offsite property at Bowyer Farm! Brian and his team were able to restore the agricultural land back to its native wetland habitat, resulting in hundreds of local wildlife returning to the area! Brian and his team plant native plants and trees by the thousands, hoping to really make an impact in the community! Learn more about all that goes on at the Zoo’s Bowyer Farm! cincinnatizoo false No 4002 86 full Renee Carpenter, Cincinnati Zoo Renee Carpenter, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/renee-carpenter-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/renee-carpenter-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:13:57 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/131b6da2-aada-3db1-8c8c-29e55af7ef68 Learn all about the elusive and endangered okapi from keeper Renee! This beautiful and rare species has so many unique adaptations and Renee is here to teach you all about them! 

]]> Learn all about the elusive and endangered okapi from keeper Renee! This beautiful and rare species has so many unique adaptations and Renee is here to teach you all about them! 

]]> Learn all about the elusive and endangered okapi from keeper Renee! This beautiful and rare species has so many unique adaptations and Renee is here to teach you all about them! cincinnatizoo false No 3521 85 full Megan Philpott, Ph.D, Cincinnati Zoo Megan Philpott, Ph.D, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/megan-philpott-phd-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/megan-philpott-phd-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:58:38 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/2f126774-f1ea-33cf-b016-e045084f6bb9 When you think about conservation, you probably think about saving animals. However, did you know the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden has a Plant Research Division at CREW dedicated to saving plants? Megan Philpott, Ph.D teaches us all about the work it takes to save endangered plants! 

]]> When you think about conservation, you probably think about saving animals. However, did you know the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden has a Plant Research Division at CREW dedicated to saving plants? Megan Philpott, Ph.D teaches us all about the work it takes to save endangered plants! 

]]> When you think about conservation, you probably think about saving animals. However, did you know the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden has a Plant Research Division at CREW dedicated to saving plants? Megan Philpott, Ph.D teaches us all about the work it takes to save endangered plants! cincinnatizoo false No 4042 84 full Happy 7th Birthday, Fiona! Happy 7th Birthday, Fiona! https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-7th-birthday-fiona/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-7th-birthday-fiona/#comments Wed, 24 Jan 2024 14:25:56 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/829c980f-bff4-398b-951e-7c29ae4f9355 Hear from Fiona's keepers Jenna, Wendy and Mark on Fiona's 7th birthday! What Taylor Swift Era is she? How much does she weigh? What is her favorite food these days? Find out all of this and more in this fun new episode that's all about our princess Fiona! 

]]> Hear from Fiona's keepers Jenna, Wendy and Mark on Fiona's 7th birthday! What Taylor Swift Era is she? How much does she weigh? What is her favorite food these days? Find out all of this and more in this fun new episode that's all about our princess Fiona! 

]]> Hear from Fiona’s keepers Jenna, Wendy and Mark on Fiona’s 7th birthday! What Taylor Swift Era is she? How much does she weigh? What is her favorite food these days? Find out all of this and more in this fun new episode that’s all about our princess Fiona! cincinnatizoo false No 2925 83 full Cody Sowers, Cincinnati Zoo Cody Sowers, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cody-sowers-cincinnati-zoo-1704923210/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cody-sowers-cincinnati-zoo-1704923210/#comments Wed, 10 Jan 2024 16:46:50 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/a1cc45a4-bd77-3b2d-bcf0-171ed6957d2c One of our favorite guests is back! Keeper Cody tells us all about the conservation work he's been involved with recently, especially his work to help save seabirds and piping plovers. 

]]> One of our favorite guests is back! Keeper Cody tells us all about the conservation work he's been involved with recently, especially his work to help save seabirds and piping plovers. 

]]> One of our favorite guests is back! Cody tells us all about the conservation work he’s been involved with recently, especially his work to help save seabirds and piping plovers. cincinnatizoo false No 3270 82 full New Sumatran Rhino Calf Born New Sumatran Rhino Calf Born https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/new-sumatran-rhino-calf-born/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/new-sumatran-rhino-calf-born/#comments Wed, 27 Dec 2023 15:47:12 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e6b25f8e-8a1a-3769-9b8d-58932444ab1f Great Sumatran rhino news! Harapan is a dad! In 2015, we made the very tough decision to send the third Cincinnati Zoo-born Sumatran rhino calf, Harapan, to Indonesia so that he would have the opportunity to contribute to his critically endangered species’ survival. On Saturday, November 25, 2023, a healthy male calf, sired by Harapan, was born! ( Photos courtesy of the Indonesia Ministry of Environment and Forestry) Hear more from Dr. Roth and Paul R. from the Cincinnati Zoo about this amazing story of hope. 

]]> Great Sumatran rhino news! Harapan is a dad! In 2015, we made the very tough decision to send the third Cincinnati Zoo-born Sumatran rhino calf, Harapan, to Indonesia so that he would have the opportunity to contribute to his critically endangered species’ survival. On Saturday, November 25, 2023, a healthy male calf, sired by Harapan, was born! ( Photos courtesy of the Indonesia Ministry of Environment and Forestry) Hear more from Dr. Roth and Paul R. from the Cincinnati Zoo about this amazing story of hope. 

]]> Great Sumatran rhino news! Harapan is a dad! In 2015, we made the very tough decision to send the third Cincinnati Zoo-born Sumatran rhino calf, Harapan, to Indonesia so that he would have the opportunity to contribute to his critically endangered species’ survival. On Saturday, November 25, 2023, a healthy male calf, sired by Harapan, was born! ( Photos courtesy of the Indonesia Ministry of Environment and Forestry) Hear more from Dr. Roth and Paul R. from the Cincinnati Zoo about this amazing story of hope. cincinnatizoo false No 4267 81 full Elephant Moves with Cincinnati Zoo and Dublin Zoo Elephant Moves with Cincinnati Zoo and Dublin Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/elephant-moves-with-cincinnati-zoo-and-dublin-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/elephant-moves-with-cincinnati-zoo-and-dublin-zoo/#comments Wed, 13 Dec 2023 15:55:47 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/4716f790-1f6a-3888-a1b4-681ea4b768e5 Two females and two young males are first residents of Elephant Trek at the Cincinnati Zoo! What does it take to get four elephants from Ireland to Cincinnati? Keepers from the Dublin Zoo and Cincinnati Zoo tell us all of the hard work that goes into getting four elephants ready for a big move. 

]]> Two females and two young males are first residents of Elephant Trek at the Cincinnati Zoo! What does it take to get four elephants from Ireland to Cincinnati? Keepers from the Dublin Zoo and Cincinnati Zoo tell us all of the hard work that goes into getting four elephants ready for a big move. 

]]> Two females and two young males are first residents of Elephant Trek at the Cincinnati Zoo! What does it take to get four elephants from Ireland to Cincinnati? Keepers from the Dublin Zoo and Cincinnati Zoo tell us all of the hard work that goes into getting four elephants ready for a big move. cincinnatizoo false No 4178 80 full Tara Lay & Anthony Stenger Tara Lay & Anthony Stenger https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/tara-lay-anthony-stenger/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/tara-lay-anthony-stenger/#comments Wed, 29 Nov 2023 14:31:58 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/74f6c80e-31fe-39de-b62f-56d2a44bd740 Anthony Stenger joins Cincinnati Zoo's Tara Lay to talk about their work with the Texas Lobo Coalition and wolf recovery programs! 

]]> Anthony Stenger joins Cincinnati Zoo's Tara Lay to talk about their work with the Texas Lobo Coalition and wolf recovery programs! 

]]> Anthony Stenger joins Cincinnati Zoo’s Tara Lay to talk about their work with the Texas Lobo Coalition and wolf recovery programs! cincinnatizoo false No 2579 79 full Ian Zeglin, Greenacres Foundation Ian Zeglin, Greenacres Foundation https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ian-zeglin-greenacres-foundation/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ian-zeglin-greenacres-foundation/#comments Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:37:38 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/06bd64e3-0efb-3a04-bfbc-d7adb780ce94 Ian, Manager of Garden Operations at Greenacres Foundation, teaches us about farming and the importance of locally grown food in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! 

]]> Ian, Manager of Garden Operations at Greenacres Foundation, teaches us about farming and the importance of locally grown food in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! 

]]> Ian, Manager of Garden Operations at Greenacres Foundation, teaches us about farming and the importance of locally grown food in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! cincinnatizoo false No 3503 78 full Mark and Jenna, Cincinnati Zoo Mark and Jenna, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mark-and-jenna-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mark-and-jenna-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:46:33 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b6c0c95d-0442-3db1-a74f-5ae5cacee5c1 Spooky season is almost over and podcast hosts Mark and Jenna are back to teach you about vultures! This episode is full of fun facts about these amazing animals like Bubba and the rest of the vultures that call the Cincinnati Zoo home. 

]]> Spooky season is almost over and podcast hosts Mark and Jenna are back to teach you about vultures! This episode is full of fun facts about these amazing animals like Bubba and the rest of the vultures that call the Cincinnati Zoo home. 

]]> Spooky season is almost over and podcast hosts Mark and Jenna are back to teach you about vultures! This episode is full of fun facts about these amazing animals like Bubba and the rest of the vultures that call the Cincinnati Zoo home. cincinnatizoo false No 3768 77 full Kelli Walker, Cincinnati Zoo Kelli Walker, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/kelli-walker-cincinnati-zoo-1697649973/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/kelli-walker-cincinnati-zoo-1697649973/#comments Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:26:13 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/f8c42bb1-c736-3c84-bf6f-8c48ef26da04 Spiders are not spooky. We repeat, spiders are not spooky! Learn more about spiders and how they are great for the environment, including helping to keep pesky insect populations in check! 

]]> Spiders are not spooky. We repeat, spiders are not spooky! Learn more about spiders and how they are great for the environment, including helping to keep pesky insect populations in check! 

]]> Spiders are not spooky. We repeat, spiders are not spooky! Learn more about spiders and how they are great for the environment, including helping to keep pesky insect populations in check! cincinnatizoo false No 4257 76 full Jenna Lamping, Cincinnati Zoo Jenna Lamping, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-lamping-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jenna-lamping-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/d86b1790-b5eb-34a1-852f-587336308222 It's October! The perfect time to highlight some animals that may have a bad reputation of being spooky, when really they are gorgeous, and great for the environment! Meet Rob, the yellow-tailed cribo. They are opportunistic and will eat anything from rodents to birds, snakes and lizards! Both adult males and females will grow to be about 10 feet long. 

]]> It's October! The perfect time to highlight some animals that may have a bad reputation of being spooky, when really they are gorgeous, and great for the environment! Meet Rob, the yellow-tailed cribo. They are opportunistic and will eat anything from rodents to birds, snakes and lizards! Both adult males and females will grow to be about 10 feet long. 

]]> It’s October! The perfect time to highlight some animals that may have a bad reputation of being spooky, when really they are gorgeous, and great for the environment! Meet Rob, the yellow-tailed cribo. They are opportunistic and will eat anything from rodents to birds, snakes and lizards! Both adult males and females will grow to be about 10 feet long. cincinnatizoo false No 3584 75 full Dr. Jess Heinz, Cincinnati Zoo Dr. Jess Heinz, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-jess-heinz-cincinnati-zoo-1695217257/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-jess-heinz-cincinnati-zoo-1695217257/#comments Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:40:57 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/91618df9-495d-3e21-b6b2-8fe313fe221e Understanding EEHV. Ahead of the new Elephant Trek habitat opening, Dr. Jess from the Cincinnati Zoo explains the EEHV viral infection that can be fatal to elephants living in both the wild and in zoos. The Cincinnati Zoo has a new lab and technician to help test the elephants and hopefully catch the virus early. Scientists, researchers and elephant care experts are working to learn more about treatments and eventual prevention to help protect the world’s elephant populations.

]]> Understanding EEHV. Ahead of the new Elephant Trek habitat opening, Dr. Jess from the Cincinnati Zoo explains the EEHV viral infection that can be fatal to elephants living in both the wild and in zoos. The Cincinnati Zoo has a new lab and technician to help test the elephants and hopefully catch the virus early. Scientists, researchers and elephant care experts are working to learn more about treatments and eventual prevention to help protect the world’s elephant populations.

]]> Understanding EEHV. Ahead of the new Elephant Trek habitat opening, Dr. Jess from the Cincinnati Zoo explains the EEHV viral infection that can be fatal to elephants living in both the wild and in zoos. The Cincinnati Zoo has a new lab and technician to help test the elephants and hopefully catch the virus early. Scientists, researchers and elephant care experts are working to learn more about treatments and eventual prevention to help protect the world’s elephant populations. cincinnatizoo false No 2593 74 full Michelle Griesinger, Cincinnati Zoo Michelle Griesinger, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/michelle-griesinger-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/michelle-griesinger-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:52:36 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/4adbcbbf-9e58-3040-9f7c-238de707b5e5 Keeper Michelle teaches us about the important and complex work she is doing with flower beetles and other insects! 

 

]]> Keeper Michelle teaches us about the important and complex work she is doing with flower beetles and other insects! 

 

]]> Keeper Michelle teaches us about the important and complex work she is doing with flower beetles and other insects! cincinnatizoo false No 3968 73 full Lindsey Vansandt Lindsey Vansandt https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/lindsey-vansant/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/lindsey-vansant/#comments Wed, 23 Aug 2023 23:10:51 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/7c696e8c-d367-38c8-aa22-a6fc21343fa1 We chat with Lindsey Vansandt of the Zoo's CREW about breakthrough findings that may eliminate the need for spaying domestic cats! The groundbreaking study represents a milestone toward humanely reducing free-roaming cat populations & eliminating shelter euthanasia of healthy cats. 

]]> We chat with Lindsey Vansandt of the Zoo's CREW about breakthrough findings that may eliminate the need for spaying domestic cats! The groundbreaking study represents a milestone toward humanely reducing free-roaming cat populations & eliminating shelter euthanasia of healthy cats. 

]]> We chat with Lindsey Vansandt of the Zoo’s CREW about breakthrough findings that may eliminate the need for spaying domestic cats! The groundbreaking study represents a milestone toward humanely reducing free-roaming cat populations & eliminating shelter euthanasia of healthy cats. cincinnatizoo false No 4412 72 full Fritz’s First Birthday Fritz’s First Birthday https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/fritz-s-first-birthday/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/fritz-s-first-birthday/#comments Wed, 09 Aug 2023 16:59:14 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/6ae29e66-b570-37b3-b571-bc3edaf7759d Fritz's keepers recap the little hippo's first birthday party at Hippo Cove and discuss all the behind-the-scenes moments! 

]]> Fritz's keepers recap the little hippo's first birthday party at Hippo Cove and discuss all the behind-the-scenes moments! 

]]> Fritz’s keepers recap the little hippo’s first birthday party at Hippo Cove and discuss all the behind-the-scenes moments! cincinnatizoo false No 2858 71 full Shaina Gerber and Liz Unkraut, Cincinnati Zoo Shaina Gerber and Liz Unkraut, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/shaina-gerber-and-liz-unkraut-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/shaina-gerber-and-liz-unkraut-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:55:10 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/85a46eba-e766-3a36-a676-b41e0a5118cd Kip is a curious and silly 11-month-old white-cheeked gibbon. His family rejected him and he has since been adopted by sisters Skittles & M&M. Get the update on this special gibbon from his care team! 

]]> Kip is a curious and silly 11-month-old white-cheeked gibbon. His family rejected him and he has since been adopted by sisters Skittles & M&M. Get the update on this special gibbon from his care team! 

]]> Kip is a curious and silly 11-month-old white-cheeked gibbon. His family rejected him and he has since been adopted by sisters Skittles & M&M. Get the update on this special gibbon from his care team! cincinnatizoo false No 3101 70 full Dr Leno Davis, Bahamas National Trust Dr Leno Davis, Bahamas National Trust https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-leno-davis-bahamas-national-trust/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-leno-davis-bahamas-national-trust/#comments Wed, 12 Jul 2023 14:36:18 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/26d29e55-81ab-3a55-87ba-65723b196126 Dr. Davis strengthens formal science with local perspectives to achieve conservation success! Learn more about his work on conservation issues in the Bahamas. 

]]> Dr. Davis strengthens formal science with local perspectives to achieve conservation success! Learn more about his work on conservation issues in the Bahamas. 

]]> Dr. Davis strengthens formal science with local perspectives to achieve conservation success! Learn more about his work on conservation issues in the Bahamas. cincinnatizoo false No 4726 69 full Mark Muthersbaugh, Cincinnati Zoo Mark Muthersbaugh, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mark-muthersbaugh-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mark-muthersbaugh-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:06:01 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/0b8a2278-8a33-3377-9ef8-cdcdccd55872 Keeper Mark M keeps us up to date on skunk and bat-eared fox babies at the Cincinnati Zoo! One of the cutest episodes yet! 

]]> Keeper Mark M keeps us up to date on skunk and bat-eared fox babies at the Cincinnati Zoo! One of the cutest episodes yet! 

]]> Keeper Mark M keeps us up to date on skunk and bat-eared fox babies at the Cincinnati Zoo! One of the cutest episodes yet! cincinnatizoo false No 2958 68 full Nhy Aire, Zoo Academy Nhy Aire, Zoo Academy https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/nhy-aire-zoo-academy/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/nhy-aire-zoo-academy/#comments Wed, 14 Jun 2023 11:22:08 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/bf6d3a48-4fdc-3589-8f3f-0b5b626fc164 Did you know you could go to high school at the Zoo? Hear more about Nhy Aire's unique experience at the Cincinnati Zoo's Zoo Academy program. 

]]> Did you know you could go to high school at the Zoo? Hear more about Nhy Aire's unique experience at the Cincinnati Zoo's Zoo Academy program. 

]]> Did you know you could go to high school at the Zoo? Hear more about Nhy Aire’s unique experience at the Cincinnati Zoo’s Zoo Academy program. cincinnatizoo false No 2224 67 full Maggie Dwire, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Maggie Dwire, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/maggie-dwire-us-fish-and-wildlife-service/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/maggie-dwire-us-fish-and-wildlife-service/#comments Wed, 31 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/dbcfccae-4dc2-30d3-aa48-031fff933496 Learn more from Maggie Dwire on what is being done to help save the Mexican wolf. Though coming perilously close to extinction, with the help of the Endangered Species Act, the Mexican wolf is staging a remarkable comeback through a collaborative binational recovery program with Mexico. Maggie’s responsibilities include recovery and management of the Mexican wolf both in the wild and as liaison to the binational breeding program.

]]> Learn more from Maggie Dwire on what is being done to help save the Mexican wolf. Though coming perilously close to extinction, with the help of the Endangered Species Act, the Mexican wolf is staging a remarkable comeback through a collaborative binational recovery program with Mexico. Maggie’s responsibilities include recovery and management of the Mexican wolf both in the wild and as liaison to the binational breeding program.

]]> Learn more from Maggie Dwire on what is being done to help save the Mexican wolf. Though coming perilously close to extinction, with the help of the Endangered Species Act, the Mexican wolf is staging a remarkable comeback through a collaborative binational recovery program with Mexico. Maggie’s responsibilities include recovery and management of the Mexican wolf both in the wild and as liaison to the binational breeding program. cincinnatizoo false No 3308 66 full April Pitman, Cincinnati Zoo April Pitman, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/april-pitman-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/april-pitman-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 17 May 2023 14:14:03 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/cb00d4c8-8fbe-3da0-bd46-e0f6383e37bd We're talking with April, the senior insect keeper, who helped the Cincinnati Zoo become the first Zoo on record to take the blue feigning-death beetle from egg to larvae to adulthood! Plus, learn about more of your favorite insects during this new episode.  

]]> We're talking with April, the senior insect keeper, who helped the Cincinnati Zoo become the first Zoo on record to take the blue feigning-death beetle from egg to larvae to adulthood! Plus, learn about more of your favorite insects during this new episode.  

]]> We’re talking with April, the senior insect keeper, who helped the Cincinnati Zoo become the first Zoo on record to take the blue feigning-death beetle from egg to larvae to adulthood! Plus, learn about more of your favorite insects during this new episode. cincinnatizoo false No 3185 65 full Zach Niswonger, Cincinnati Zoo Zach Niswonger, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/zach-niswonger-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/zach-niswonger-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 03 May 2023 08:00:00 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b46f7e35-8f41-3c5e-8cd0-3be4e5cc94e7 Did you know that when you book a behind-the-scenes tour at the Cincinnati Zoo, 50% of all the proceeds go back to conservation efforts around the world? Learn more about what tours are available and which initiatives they support in this fun new episode with Zach, the Manager of Behind-the-Scenes Experiences! 

]]> Did you know that when you book a behind-the-scenes tour at the Cincinnati Zoo, 50% of all the proceeds go back to conservation efforts around the world? Learn more about what tours are available and which initiatives they support in this fun new episode with Zach, the Manager of Behind-the-Scenes Experiences! 

]]> Did you know that when you book a behind-the-scenes tour at the Cincinnati Zoo, 50% of all the proceeds go back to conservation efforts around the world? Learn more about what tours are available and which initiatives they support in this fun new episode with Zach, the Manager of Behind-the-Scenes Experiences! cincinnatizoo false No 2583 64 full Dr. Varun Goswami & Dr. Divya Vasudev, Conservation Initiatives Dr. Varun Goswami & Dr. Divya Vasudev, Conservation Initiatives https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-varun-goswami-dr-divya-vasudev-conservation-initiatives/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-varun-goswami-dr-divya-vasudev-conservation-initiatives/#comments Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:08:04 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/d91cd482-c7c1-34ec-abbb-a9d89d044f42 The Cincinnati Zoo partners with Dr. Varun Goswami & Dr. Divya Vasudev & Conservation Initiatives to help save elephants in the wild! Learn more about their work to save the world's largest land mammal! 

]]> The Cincinnati Zoo partners with Dr. Varun Goswami & Dr. Divya Vasudev & Conservation Initiatives to help save elephants in the wild! Learn more about their work to save the world's largest land mammal! 

]]> The Cincinnati Zoo partners with Dr. Varun Goswami & Dr. Divya Vasudev & Conservation Initiatives to help save elephants in the wild! Learn more about their work to save the world’s largest land mammal! cincinnatizoo false No 3008 63 full Ellen, Sarah & Keri Ann, Cincinnati Zoo Ellen, Sarah & Keri Ann, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ellen-sarah-keri-ann-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ellen-sarah-keri-ann-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:56:56 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/72da3ce0-a822-31f7-a7bb-e2af3f23de8e Cincinnati Zoo Keepers Ellen, Keri Ann and Sarah update everyone on Harley and Reggie's flight success stories! Harley is a blue and gold macaw who came to the Zoo from a private owner and had not been given the opportunity to fly. His keepers Sarah and Ellen spent months working with Harley to grow his confidence, and finally take the brave leap to fly! It was an emotional moment for everyone! Reggie the sulphur-crested cockatoo just learned to fly in 2022 after a lot of trust-building and time with Keri Ann and the Wings of Wonder team! 

 ]]> Cincinnati Zoo Keepers Ellen, Keri Ann and Sarah update everyone on Harley and Reggie's flight success stories! Harley is a blue and gold macaw who came to the Zoo from a private owner and had not been given the opportunity to fly. His keepers Sarah and Ellen spent months working with Harley to grow his confidence, and finally take the brave leap to fly! It was an emotional moment for everyone! Reggie the sulphur-crested cockatoo just learned to fly in 2022 after a lot of trust-building and time with Keri Ann and the Wings of Wonder team! 

 ]]> Cincinnati Zoo Keepers Ellen, Keri Ann and Sarah update everyone on Harley and Reggie’s flight success stories! Harley is a blue and gold macaw who came to the Zoo from a private owner and had not been given the opportunity to fly. His keepers Sarah and Ellen spent months working with Harley to grow his confidence, and finally take the brave leap to fly! It was an emotional moment for everyone! Reggie the sulphur-crested cockatoo just learned to fly in 2022 after a lot of trust-building and time with Keri Ann and the Wings of Wonder team! cincinnatizoo false No 3896 62 full Paul K and Tosh D, Cincinnati Zoo Paul K and Tosh D, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/paul-k-and-tosh-d-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/paul-k-and-tosh-d-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:43:49 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/29838fdb-8ce1-3797-b5fb-6080f89c18ce Senior Horticulturists Paul & Tosh chat about their favorite plants, early blooms this year and more in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! 

]]> Senior Horticulturists Paul & Tosh chat about their favorite plants, early blooms this year and more in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! 

]]> Senior Horticulturists Paul & Tosh chat about their favorite plants, early blooms this year and more in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! cincinnatizoo false No 3047 61 full Dr. Jess Heinz, Cincinnati Zoo Dr. Jess Heinz, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-jess-heinz-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-jess-heinz-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 08 Mar 2023 12:15:35 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/9845e260-e2d9-36a6-9319-7dbd9b08b175 Get an inside look into what it's like to be a vet at the Cincinnati Zoo with Dr. Jess in this new episode!

]]> Get an inside look into what it's like to be a vet at the Cincinnati Zoo with Dr. Jess in this new episode!

]]> Get an inside look into what it’s like to be a vet at the Cincinnati Zoo with Dr. Jess in this new episode! cincinnatizoo false No 3489 60 full Mairead Kennedy, CREW Mairead Kennedy, CREW https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mairead-kennedy-crew/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mairead-kennedy-crew/#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:38:05 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/0358b58b-3c76-39c9-8739-18a0353a5816 The Cincinnati Zoo is known for its conservation work, but did you know that includes efforts to save endangered plants as well as animals? Learn more from Conservation Horticulturist Maired in this new episode! 

]]> The Cincinnati Zoo is known for its conservation work, but did you know that includes efforts to save endangered plants as well as animals? Learn more from Conservation Horticulturist Maired in this new episode! 

]]> The Cincinnati Zoo is known for its conservation work, but did you know that includes efforts to save endangered plants as well as animals? Learn more from Conservation Horticulturist Maired in this new episode! cincinnatizoo false No 3532 59 full Jen Moormeier, Cincinnati Zoo Jen Moormeier, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jen-moormeier-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jen-moormeier-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2023 16:10:00 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/cfe26a07-37e5-3f75-b11b-e0e2563e6163 Volunteer Enrichment Committee leader, Jen, tells us some of her favorite animal enrichment she's made over the years at the Cincinnati Zoo! 

]]> Volunteer Enrichment Committee leader, Jen, tells us some of her favorite animal enrichment she's made over the years at the Cincinnati Zoo! 

]]> Volunteer Enrichment Committee leader, Jen, tells us some of her favorite animal enrichment she’s made over the years at the Cincinnati Zoo! cincinnatizoo false No 3276 58 full Happy 6th Birthday Fiona! Happy 6th Birthday Fiona! https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-6th-birthday-fiona/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-6th-birthday-fiona/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2023 09:54:16 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b03431f4-f008-3e75-a129-9297533b69df Happy Birthday, Fiona! Fiona's keepers answer all of your questions about the birthday girl! 

]]> Happy Birthday, Fiona! Fiona's keepers answer all of your questions about the birthday girl! 

]]> Happy Birthday, Fiona! Fiona’s keepers answer all of your questions about the birthday girl! cincinnatizoo false No 1826 57 full Janell Duvall, Cincinnati Zoo Janell Duvall, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/janell-duvall-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/janell-duvall-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2023 12:09:25 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/5c386c36-b78d-35f7-8e80-dd06ab399e2a Today on Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we're talking to Veterinary Technician Janell D. about her work to keep the animals at the Zoo healthy! 

]]> Today on Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we're talking to Veterinary Technician Janell D. about her work to keep the animals at the Zoo healthy! 

]]> Today on Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we’re talking to Veterinary Technician Janell D. about her work to keep the animals at the Zoo healthy! cincinnatizoo false No 2830 56 full Colleen Adams, Cincinnati Zoo Colleen Adams, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/colleen-adams-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/colleen-adams-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Tue, 27 Dec 2022 15:32:15 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/a9fd30dc-16fc-3d79-8d61-c03ddbedd68b Isla the tamandua is due any day now and Senior Keeper Colleen talks to us about all of the prep and care that goes into having a tamandua pup at the Cincinnati Zoo! 

]]> Isla the tamandua is due any day now and Senior Keeper Colleen talks to us about all of the prep and care that goes into having a tamandua pup at the Cincinnati Zoo! 

]]> Isla the tamandua is due any day now and Senior Keeper Colleen talks to us about all of the prep and care that goes into having a tamandua pup at the Cincinnati Zoo! cincinnatizoo false No 3414 55 full Ashley Ashcraft, Cincinnati Zoo Ashley Ashcraft, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ashley-ashcraft-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ashley-ashcraft-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2022 16:48:53 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/2649875a-2e1b-391c-be7c-7347e623d58e Get the scoop on the gorilla troops at the Cincinnati Zoo and what's being done to save them in the wild. We learn so much in this new episode featuring keeper Ashley. 

]]> Get the scoop on the gorilla troops at the Cincinnati Zoo and what's being done to save them in the wild. We learn so much in this new episode featuring keeper Ashley. 

]]> Get the scoop on the gorilla troops at the Cincinnati Zoo and what’s being done to save them in the wild. We learn so much in this new episode featuring keeper Ashley. cincinnatizoo false No 3170 54 full Wendy and Tami, Cincinnati Zoo Wendy and Tami, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/wendy-and-tami-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/wendy-and-tami-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2022 15:34:17 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/1c2f8aaa-3eba-31f8-bdf0-0a71915cbc6d Relive keepers Wendy & Tami's recent trip to Africa and hear how the Zoo is directly helping our partners in Africa with coexistence & conservation efforts. 

]]> Relive keepers Wendy & Tami's recent trip to Africa and hear how the Zoo is directly helping our partners in Africa with coexistence & conservation efforts. 

]]> Relive keepers Wendy & Tami’s recent trip to Africa and hear how the Zoo is directly helping our partners in Africa with coexistence & conservation efforts. cincinnatizoo false No 3266 53 full Dave Jenike, Cincinnati Zoo Dave Jenike, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dave-jenike-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dave-jenike-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:54:17 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e4bb820d-d654-3f23-aef3-6a803b0d6b07 Dave is here to inspire hope and share stories from his wildlife adventures around the world.

]]> Dave is here to inspire hope and share stories from his wildlife adventures around the world.

]]> Dave is here to inspire hope and share stories from his wildlife adventures around the world. cincinnatizoo false No 3652 52 full Q&A with Jenna and Mark Q&A with Jenna and Mark https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/qa-with-jenna-and-mark/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/qa-with-jenna-and-mark/#comments Wed, 02 Nov 2022 10:56:59 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/7731e8a0-3a6f-373c-af2f-dfa9921a1390 Hosts Jenna and Mark answer questions you've submitted online in this fun new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales!

]]> Hosts Jenna and Mark answer questions you've submitted online in this fun new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales!

]]> Hosts Jenna and Mark answer questions you’ve submitted online in this fun new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! cincinnatizoo false No 1646 51 full Hippo Cove Update: Big Family Reunion Hippo Cove Update: Big Family Reunion https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/hippo-cove-update-big-family-reunion/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/hippo-cove-update-big-family-reunion/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:49:04 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e0f6cb4a-c797-3238-bb7e-878ea25e5738 We check in with Mark and Jenna from Hippo Cove to get all the updates about the bloat being reunited!

]]> We check in with Mark and Jenna from Hippo Cove to get all the updates about the bloat being reunited!

]]> We check in with Mark and Jenna from Hippo Cove to get all the updates about the bloat being reunited! cincinnatizoo false No 2037 50 full Alicia Sampson, Cincinnati Zoo Alicia Sampson, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/alicia-sampson-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/alicia-sampson-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2022 09:52:23 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b5e6a427-a437-3961-a0b7-a2a72c41564a Head Keeper Alicia Sampson has been working with cheetahs for over a decade. Hear some of the stories from her time caring for cheetah cubs at the Cincinnati Zoo and get an update on Rozi and Daisy in this fun new episode! 

]]> Head Keeper Alicia Sampson has been working with cheetahs for over a decade. Hear some of the stories from her time caring for cheetah cubs at the Cincinnati Zoo and get an update on Rozi and Daisy in this fun new episode! 

]]> Head Keeper Alicia Sampson has been working with cheetahs for over a decade. Hear some of the stories from her time caring for cheetah cubs at the Cincinnati Zoo and get an update on Rozi and Daisy in this fun new episode! cincinnatizoo false No 4007 49 full Louisa Rispoli, Cincinnati Zoo Louisa Rispoli, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/louisa-rispoli-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/louisa-rispoli-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:58:42 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b6f5ee04-9aae-30b3-91db-e80543e19487 We talk to Louisa Rispoli, Ph.D about her conservation work with the rhinos AIRS project and her experience working with Bibi during her pregnancy with Fritz! 

]]> We talk to Louisa Rispoli, Ph.D about her conservation work with the rhinos AIRS project and her experience working with Bibi during her pregnancy with Fritz! 

]]> We talk to Louisa Rispoli, Ph.D about her conservation work with the rhinos AIRS project and her experience working with Bibi during her pregnancy with Fritz! cincinnatizoo false No 3260 48 full Jackie Bray, RAPTOR Inc Jackie Bray, RAPTOR Inc https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jackie-bray-raptor-inc/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/jackie-bray-raptor-inc/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:42:13 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/ff4ab430-3f95-3156-92e3-e4e1fa9e9c87 Learn more about RAPTOR Inc, a local Cincinnati nonprofit that is dedicated to the conservation of birds of prey through rehabilitation, education, research and community service. 

]]> Learn more about RAPTOR Inc, a local Cincinnati nonprofit that is dedicated to the conservation of birds of prey through rehabilitation, education, research and community service. 

]]> Learn more about RAPTOR Inc, a local Cincinnati nonprofit that is dedicated to the conservation of birds of prey through rehabilitation, education, research and community service. cincinnatizoo false No 4851 47 full Baby Hippo Fritz Update Baby Hippo Fritz Update https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/baby-hippo-fritz-update/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/baby-hippo-fritz-update/#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:01:32 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/b25c225d-0c11-3ff5-8a28-c02018b7211d Jenna and Mark discuss everything Fritz! Hear how he got his name and get the latest updates on the new baby hippo in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales.

]]> Jenna and Mark discuss everything Fritz! Hear how he got his name and get the latest updates on the new baby hippo in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales.

]]> Jenna and Mark discuss everything Fritz! Hear how he got his name and get the latest updates on the new baby hippo in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales. cincinnatizoo false No 1953 46 full Hippo Care Team, Cincinnati Zoo Hippo Care Team, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/hippo-care-team-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/hippo-care-team-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:51:37 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/8e7a2b25-7724-3f49-b611-ab66447b033d The Hippo Care Team recounts Bibi's secondborn calf and answers many questions about the new baby hippopotamus! 

]]> The Hippo Care Team recounts Bibi's secondborn calf and answers many questions about the new baby hippopotamus! 

]]> The Hippo Care Team recounts Bibi’s secondborn calf and answers many questions about the new baby hippopotamus! cincinnatizoo false No 1891 45 full Angela Hatke, Cincinnati Zoo Angela Hatke, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/angela-hatke-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/angela-hatke-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:18:35 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/4ea68259-d40f-363c-ab34-6b92ac89afa8 The Zoo's Instagram followers submitted questions and Jenna answers them in this new episode with her friend and coworker, Angela!  

]]> The Zoo's Instagram followers submitted questions and Jenna answers them in this new episode with her friend and coworker, Angela!  

]]> The Zoo’s Instagram followers submitted questions and Jenna answers them in this new episode with her friend and coworker, Angela! cincinnatizoo false No 2265 44 full Erin Carney, Cincinnati Zoo Erin Carney, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/erin-carney-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/erin-carney-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2022 15:06:57 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/40394812-9ae2-39dd-93f8-fa9a8e0c6752 Senior Keeper Erin Carney introduces us to new tigers Jin & Zero! 

]]> Senior Keeper Erin Carney introduces us to new tigers Jin & Zero! 

]]> Senior Keeper Erin Carney introduces us to new tigers Jin & Zero! cincinnatizoo false No 4114 43 full Cat Razal, Cincinnati Zoo Cat Razal, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cat-razal-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/cat-razal-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:40:35 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/07f9bc23-5a6b-3bdb-832e-951513ff5be4 Did you know the Cincinnati Zoo has animal behavior scientists who monitor the animals in our care? Learn more Cat Razal's important work with our animal welfare program. 

]]> Did you know the Cincinnati Zoo has animal behavior scientists who monitor the animals in our care? Learn more Cat Razal's important work with our animal welfare program. 

]]> Did you know the Cincinnati Zoo has animal behavior scientists who monitor the animals in our care? Learn more Cat Razal’s important work with our animal welfare program. cincinnatizoo false No 4203 42 full Ryan Dumas, Cincinnati Zoo Ryan Dumas, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ryan-dumas-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/ryan-dumas-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:48:59 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/c4f0e5da-840f-3da3-8af6-9c264eb710ab Our reptile expert Ryan tells us all about turtles and his conservation work to help save them in the wild!

]]> Our reptile expert Ryan tells us all about turtles and his conservation work to help save them in the wild!

]]> Our reptile expert Ryan tells us all about turtles and his conservation work to help save them in the wild! cincinnatizoo false No 3204 41 full Updates from Hippo Cove Updates from Hippo Cove https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/updates-from-hippo-cove/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/updates-from-hippo-cove/#comments Wed, 08 Jun 2022 16:11:59 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/ae941f5c-fc44-35f9-992a-bf1da4085bc5 Fiona's Mom Bibi is pregnant and due in August! Her keepers Jenna and Mark answer all of your questions about the hippo bloat and how they're getting ready for the new baby hippo! 

]]> Fiona's Mom Bibi is pregnant and due in August! Her keepers Jenna and Mark answer all of your questions about the hippo bloat and how they're getting ready for the new baby hippo! 

]]> Fiona’s Mom Bibi is pregnant and due in August! Her keepers Jenna and Mark answer all of your questions about the hippo bloat and how they’re getting ready for the new baby hippo! cincinnatizoo false No 1886 40 full Kelly and Marjorie, Cincinnati Zoo Kelly and Marjorie, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/kelly-and-marjorie-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/kelly-and-marjorie-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 01 Jun 2022 14:39:46 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/2a08fddd-1665-38b4-b871-804667a246c8 Hear keepers Kelly and Marjorie talk about caring for black rhinos Seyia, Faru and baby Ajani Joe and learn how you can help critically endangered rhinos in this brand new episode!

]]> Hear keepers Kelly and Marjorie talk about caring for black rhinos Seyia, Faru and baby Ajani Joe and learn how you can help critically endangered rhinos in this brand new episode!

]]> Hear keepers Kelly and Marjorie talk about caring for black rhinos Seyia, Faru and baby Ajani Joe and learn how you can help crititcally endangered rhinos in this brand new episode! cincinnatizoo false No 3208 39 full Happy Birthday, Tucker! Happy Birthday, Tucker! https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-birthday-tucker/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/happy-birthday-tucker/#comments Wed, 18 May 2022 09:24:58 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/9a6e6a70-d6be-381c-97f4-fe554389605a Happy 19th birthday, Tucker! His care team talks all about the sweet birthday boy in this new podcast episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales! cincinnatizoo false No 3493 38 full Dr. Erin Curry, Cincinnati Zoo’s CREW Dr. Erin Curry, Cincinnati Zoo’s CREW https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-erin-curry-cincinnati-zoo-s-crew/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-erin-curry-cincinnati-zoo-s-crew/#comments Wed, 04 May 2022 14:37:55 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/aefd3d26-78a5-32a2-94f7-fe450a83c61e We chat with the scientist that confirmed Fiona's mom was pregnant via ultrasound, Dr. Erin Curry in this new episode! Dr. Curry is a Reproductive Physiologist with a focus on polar bear reproduction. 

]]> We chat with the scientist that confirmed Fiona's mom was pregnant via ultrasound, Dr. Erin Curry in this new episode! Dr. Curry is a Reproductive Physiologist with a focus on polar bear reproduction. 

]]> We chat with the scientist that confirmed Fiona’s mom was pregnant via ultrasound, Dr. Erin Curry in this new episode! Dr. Curry is a Reproductive Physiologist with a focus on polar bear reproduction. cincinnatizoo false No 3202 37 full Dr. Arnaud Desbiez, Global Conservationist Dr. Arnaud Desbiez, Global Conservationist https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-arnaud-desbiez-global-conservationist/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/dr-arnaud-desbiez-global-conservationist/#comments Wed, 20 Apr 2022 12:06:17 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/acc7c761-81d1-3928-851a-9dd872cefd61 Get inspired by this new episode! We chat with conservationist Dr. Arnaud Desbiez who is working to save South American Giants. 

]]> Get inspired by this new episode! We chat with conservationist Dr. Arnaud Desbiez who is working to save South American Giants. 

]]> Get inspired by this new episode! We chat with conservationist Dr. Arnaud Desbiez who is working to save South American Giants. cincinnatizoo false No 4284 36 full Eunice Frahm, Cincinnati Zoo Eunice Frahm, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/eunice-frahm-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/eunice-frahm-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:16:44 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/ec648a43-63fc-335c-82c3-b7d0cf91f058 Get all of the animal training tips and stories from the Zoo's Barnyard Bonanza expert Eunice in this fun new episode! 

]]> Get all of the animal training tips and stories from the Zoo's Barnyard Bonanza expert Eunice in this fun new episode! 

]]> Get all of the animal training tips and stories from the Zoo’s Barnyard Bonanza expert Eunice in this fun new episode! cincinnatizoo false No 3037 35 full Corina Newsome, Avian Conservationist Corina Newsome, Avian Conservationist https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/corina-newsome-avian-conservationist/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/corina-newsome-avian-conservationist/#comments Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:47:38 -0400 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/5b4a0b54-2b74-3f7f-be9f-ea149a99c6fa Avian Conservationist Corina Newsome talks with us about birds, environmental justice and wildlife conservation. 

]]> Avian Conservationist Corina Newsome talks with us about birds, environmental justice and wildlife conservation. 

]]> Avian Conservationist Corina Newsome talks with us about birds, environmental justice and wildlife conservation. cincinnatizoo false No 3555 34 full Mark Tewes, Cincinnati Zoo Mark Tewes, Cincinnati Zoo https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mark-tewes-cincinnati-zoo/ https://cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/mark-tewes-cincinnati-zoo/#comments Wed, 09 Mar 2022 12:53:17 -0500 cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/437fe975-0ba2-3226-958e-25e9e957052a This episode is all about ostriches! These amazing facts from our experts will help you to get to know our ostriches Pam and Myrtle even better! 

]]> This episode is all about ostriches! These amazing facts from our experts will help you to get to know our ostriches Pam and Myrtle even better! 

]]> This episode is all about ostriches! These amazing facts from our experts will help you to get to know our ostriches Pam and Myrtle even better! cincinnatizoo false No 2679 33 full