Wendy and Tami, Cincinnati Zoo
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.
Nov 30, 2022•54 min•Ep. 53
Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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.
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Dave Jenike, Cincinnati Zoo
Dave is here to inspire hope and share stories from his wildlife adventures around the world.
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 52
Q&A with Jenna and Mark
Hosts Jenna and Mark answer questions you've submitted online in this fun new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales!
Nov 02, 2022•27 min•Ep. 51
Hippo Cove Update: Big Family Reunion
We check in with Mark and Jenna from Hippo Cove to get all the updates about the bloat being reunited!
Oct 26, 2022•34 min•Ep. 50
Alicia Sampson, Cincinnati Zoo
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!
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 49
Louisa Rispoli, Cincinnati Zoo
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!
Sep 21, 2022•54 min•Ep. 48
Jackie Bray, RAPTOR Inc
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.
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 47
Baby Hippo Fritz Update
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.
Aug 17, 2022•33 min•Ep. 46
Hippo Care Team, Cincinnati Zoo
The Hippo Care Team recounts Bibi's secondborn calf and answers many questions about the new baby hippopotamus!
Aug 05, 2022•32 min•Ep. 45
Angela Hatke, Cincinnati Zoo
The Zoo's Instagram followers submitted questions and Jenna answers them in this new episode with her friend and coworker, Angela!
Jul 27, 2022•38 min•Ep. 44
Erin Carney, Cincinnati Zoo
Senior Keeper Erin Carney introduces us to new tigers Jin & Zero!
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 43
Cat Razal, Cincinnati Zoo
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.
Jun 29, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 42
Ryan Dumas, Cincinnati Zoo
Our reptile expert Ryan tells us all about turtles and his conservation work to help save them in the wild!
Jun 15, 2022•53 min•Ep. 41
Updates from Hippo Cove
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!
Jun 08, 2022•31 min•Ep. 40
Kelly and Marjorie, Cincinnati Zoo
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!
Jun 01, 2022•53 min•Ep. 39
Happy Birthday, Tucker!
Happy 19th birthday, Tucker! His care team talks all about the sweet birthday boy in this new podcast episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales!
May 18, 2022•58 min•Ep. 38
Dr. Erin Curry, Cincinnati Zoo’s CREW
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.
May 04, 2022•53 min•Ep. 37
Dr. Arnaud Desbiez, Global Conservationist
Get inspired by this new episode! We chat with conservationist Dr. Arnaud Desbiez who is working to save South American Giants.
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 36
Eunice Frahm, Cincinnati Zoo
Get all of the animal training tips and stories from the Zoo's Barnyard Bonanza expert Eunice in this fun new episode!
Apr 05, 2022•51 min•Ep. 35
Corina Newsome, Avian Conservationist
Avian Conservationist Corina Newsome talks with us about birds, environmental justice and wildlife conservation.
Mar 23, 2022•59 min•Ep. 34
Mark Tewes, Cincinnati Zoo
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!
Mar 09, 2022•45 min•Ep. 33
Teresa Truesdale, Cincinnati Zoo
Do you love giraffe? Us too! Keeper Teresa gives us all the details about the tower of giraffe at the Cincinnati Zoo!
Feb 23, 2022•55 min•Ep. 32
The Wild Side of Love, Cincinnati Zoo
With Valentine's Day around the corner, we're introducing you to the Wild Side of Love in this new episode that explores the different mating and breeding rituals of animals! This episode is educational and fun but may be best for mature listeners.
Feb 09, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 31
Happy Birthday Fiona!
In this special birthday episode, Fiona's keepers Jenna, Mark and Wendy, answer all of your Fiona questions that you submitted! You'll hear new stories and their favorite memories of taking care of a baby hippo!
Jan 23, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 30
Alle Foster, Ohio Alleycat Resource
If you love cats, this episode is purrfect for you! Learn more about Ohio Alleycat Resource from Alle & learn how you can help cats in your community!
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 29
David Orban
DYK the Zoo has its own Director of Animal Science & Strategy? Learn more about how David and his team study animals at the Zoo like Fiona to learn more about their habitats, behavior, health, likes/dislikes, choices and welfare.
Dec 29, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 28
Gary Denzler, Cincinnati Zoo
Hear from one of the Zoo's greatest storytellers, Gary in this new episode! From close encounters with elephants to starting the world-renowned Bird Experience in 1978, Gary has inspired so many throughout his 50-year career at the Cincinnati Zoo!
Dec 15, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 27
Amanda Weisel, Good Shepherd Farm
Learn more about the importance of regenerative agriculture from Cincinnati Zoo elephant keeper and owner of Good Shepherd Farm, Amanda!
Dec 02, 2021•59 min•Ep. 26
Jen Meeks, Cincinnati Zoo
In one of our most unique episodes yet, hear from Dive Safety Officer Jen about her experience in the water with baby Fiona back in the early days when we were teaching Fiona how to find the shallow areas of her outdoor pool.
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 25
Lily Maynard, Cincinnati Zoo
Hear more from the Zoo's Director of Global Conservation, Lily Maynard, and amazing tales from her trips around the world! Her conservation work globally and locally is changing the way humans and animals coexist.
Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 24
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