Wayne and Joel Petteway were out checking on crab pots in Jacksonville, Florida when an alligator took exception to him being in its waters. (10:06) - timestamp if you want to skip Jeff's story about getting catfished! Watch here: Alligator Attack - 2 Brothers 1 Gator ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly C...
Jan 20, 2025•2 hr 30 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Tooth & Claw guys wrangle up a batch of recent animal attack headlines for discussion. Afterwards, Jeff presents one of the trickier collection of categories ever featured on the show. Watch here: https://youtu.be/pb_SFRPK6sw ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest u...
Jan 13, 2025•2 hr 33 min•Ep 134•Transcript available on Metacast In 1993, Roddy Lewis went out looking for the perfect wave to surf off the coast of Maui but found much more than he bargained for below the surface of the water. The guys then wrap up with some talks about the start of a new year, which sees Jeff coming up with a novel but ultimately benevolent new year's resolution. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/uY_gTAePR7c ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an ext...
Jan 06, 2025•2 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff takes a look back with the guys to talk about some of the more memorable moments of Tooth & Claw in 2024. They talk about the "Biggest Ouchy" of the year, some animal news that wasn't covered by the show, and then venture out into some more general pop-culture interests. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the G...
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the second and final chapter of our series on Timothy Treadwell, Wes takes us through the circumstances that ultimately led to the horrific and violent demise of both Timothy and his partner Amie Huguenard. On Oct. 5, 2003, an Alaskan brown bear decided to kill and then feed on the famous bear whisperer and his companion. We break down the evidence from the attack to recreate what most likely happened that afternoon, and then we go over some of the different theories concerning the responsibl...
Dec 16, 2024•2 hr 41 min•Ep 131•Transcript available on Metacast After 4 years of waiting, Wes finally takes us through our most requested story: the tragic story of Timothy Treadwell, the Grizzly Man, and Amie Huguenard, who met their end when they were killed by an Alaskan Brown Bear in 2003. In this episode, we learn about Timothy's upbringing, how his passion for bears had its genesis, and how he was viewed by both people in the bear world and the public at large. We follow him at both the idyllic Grizzly Sanctuary and the chaotic Grizzly Maze, where he w...
Dec 09, 2024•2 hr 49 min•Ep 130•Transcript available on Metacast The African cape buffalo might not be the first animal that comes to mind when thinking about the most dangerous animals of Africa, but they are not one to be taken lightly. Jeff gives us the rundown on what makes them potentially so deadly, and Wes details the biology that makes them special. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreo...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wes covers a couple of recent stories involving dumb and bad men trying to blame their crimes on bears, while Mike digs into a story that he has somehow completely missed out on until now as he has been out of the country for the duration of it, and Jeff shares a story about a tragic lion mauling. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Pa...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep 128•Transcript available on Metacast Hey everyone! Here's another subscriber episode we thought would be fun to release to the world at large to give everyone a little taste-test of what they can expect if they join either our Patreon or Apple Griz Club. In this one, Jeff shares an unlikely story involving a skydiver and some fire ants, Wes gets fussy about the liberal usage of time travel, and Mike is worried about everyone else's marsh mellows. If you want over 100 hours of subscriber exclusive content with more released every ot...
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr•Ep 224•Transcript available on Metacast In memory of Bear 399, Wes shares some of experiences working with her and her cubs, including one of the most intense nights of his life. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: In...
Nov 04, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wes made sure to prepare another wild episode for guest host Sammy Smart's second appearance on Tooth & Claw. He details just how bloody things can get when humans channel their inner wolf, whether it's real or not. Check out Sammy's show Too Scary; Didn't Watch to get your fill of horror movie content! ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show...
Oct 28, 2024•2 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wes has a couple of stories to share about a creepy animal making its first appearance on the show. If you wish to avoid major ouchies, we would advise that you do NOT get bitten by one of these snakes. If you can help it. If you are struggling with depression or thoughts of self-harm, reach out to someone who cares or to organizations who are there to help you. We love all. Dial 988 for help, or visit: https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox ~~ To advertise...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep 125•Transcript available on Metacast In 1992, two Alaskan communities were shaken by two different encounters with bears that ended in tragedy. Wes sheds a a light on how things went wrong, and then goes over the best things to do should anyone find themselves in a similar situation. Three things to remember in the event of a bear encounter: 1. Group up (safety in numbers!) 2. Get your bear spray out and have it ready to use 3. Slowly back away ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Sup...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep 124•Transcript available on Metacast The guys talk about some notable animal encounters that have hit the headlines recently, complete with a suprisingly good RFK Jr. impression from Jeff, some good reminders on bear saftey from Wes, and an unlikely animal attack subject from Mike. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. ...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep 123•Transcript available on Metacast Mike is finally allowed to take charge of a main episode as some sort of sick and twisted birthday present, and he decides to cover the true story behind the legendery sled dog serum run of 1925. He then gets into the horrifying account of Bridgett Watkins and her encounter with a moose while training for the Iditarod. Wes does NOT want diptheria, and Jeff is hard to impress. Sources: You're Wrong About Podcast on Balto - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/balto-with-blair-braverman/id1380008...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wes shares a handful of stories about how dogs can be more than just our friends, they can also be our heroes. This episode goes out to anyone who has ever loved and lost their sweet, loving, and loyal dog. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and ...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week Wes, Jeff and Mike reflect on the final episode of the series and their takeaways from the season. Then Wes speaks with filmmakers Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride about what it was like when Tonia found out about the crew’s involvement in Tonka’s fate, and they’re later joined by Dr. Carl Safina, professor of Nature and Humanity at Stony Brook University who explains the dangers of anthropomorphism. Watch Episode every episode of the HBO Documentary Series Chimp Crazy on Max.
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week Wes, Jeff and Mike discuss some of Tonia’s backstory, the case of Buck the chimpanzee in Pendleton, OR and their predictions for how this series will wrap up. Then Wes speaks with filmmakers Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride about some of the motivations people have for keeping chimpanzees privately, and they are later joined by Dr. Craig Stanford, professor of Biological Sciences and Anthropology at USC who explains the complex social lives and needs of chimpanzees. Watch Episode Three of...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Biologists have made a couple of breakthrough discoveries on how humpback whales vocalize and share their songs with each other, and Mike does his best to relay the information to Wes and Jeff. The guys then do a mini-March Madness bracket to determine what the best hit song with an animal in the title is. Will it be by The Beatles? Prince? Baja Men? Listen to find out! ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an exte...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep 118•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff takes the lead this time through to tell us about Ken Allen, an orangutan who made a name for himself by repeatedly escaping his San Diego Zoo enclosure. His antics caused the zoo staff no shortage of headaches, and even spawned a hate group for his arch enemy. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Clu...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep 117•Transcript available on Metacast This week Wes, Jeff and Mike discuss the unbelievable events of the second episode. Then Wes speaks with filmmakers Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride about the dangers of keeping chimpanzees in captivity. Then they are joined by writer Dan P. Lee whose 2011 New York Magazine story, Travis the Menace, paints a nuanced view of events that led up to the infamous attack. Watch Episode Two of the HBO Documentary Series Chimp Crazy on Max.
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the first episode Wes, Jeff and Mike dive into the wild world of private primate ownership in the United States. Then Wes speaks with filmmakers Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride about the genesis of this series and what it is about chimpanzees that make them so irresistible to the people who love them. Watch Episode One of the HBO Documentary Series Chimp Crazy on Max.
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr•Ep 116•Transcript available on Metacast The HBO Documentary Series Chimp Crazy tells the story of chimpanzees in private captivity in the United States and follows the story of the people who will go to any length to keep them. The Official Chimp Crazy podcast produced in partnership with HBO will dive into surprising events in each episode, have interviews with the filmmakers to get their behind-the-scenes insights and feature interview with various primate experts. Chimp Crazy premieres on HBO and Max on August 18th.
Aug 18, 2024•1 min•Ep 116•Transcript available on Metacast Wes "The Warthog" Larson tells the sad and violent story of Austin Riley and his pet Waylon, a warthog who decided one day to turn his tusks on his caretaker and friend. Jeff reveals a somewhat tragic nickname he had when he was younger, and Mike might have made up a word. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Griz...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep 115•Transcript available on Metacast The guys talk about some of the more notable animal attacks that have happened in the recent weeks, but first are joined by the incredibly pleasant Shayne Patrick and his wife Chloe to talk a little bit about their experience of Shayne being attacked by a bear and the crazy (and fortunate) way he was able to fend it off. Timestamps: (00:00:00) Introduction + Wes Gets Scammed (00:10:34) Interview with Shayne and Chloe Burke (00:47:45) Animal Attack News Stories ~~ To advertise on the show, contac...
Jul 29, 2024•2 hr 32 min•Ep 114•Transcript available on Metacast Wes prepped an interesting little episode all about the gila monster, and what makes them a unique and ultimately deadly reptile. Jeff and Mike try really hard to not let him get his thoughts out, but Wes prevails in the end. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updat...
Jul 15, 2024•2 hr 32 min•Ep 113•Transcript available on Metacast When 8-year-old Jessie Arbogast was bit by a bull shark in in the shallow ocean waters near Pensacola, Florida in 2001, the media ran wild with the story and others similar to it, proclaiming the summer of 2001 to be "The Summer of the Shark." But how bad was that summer really, and what are the consequences to those most effected by these events? Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/qy69t_5QXz8 ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the...
Jul 01, 2024•2 hr 30 min•Ep 112•Transcript available on Metacast The chance to finally get the shot of a grizzly bear he had always dreamed of quickly turned into nightmare for outdoor enthusiast and photographer Bill Tesinsky. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/_BoJ_1rX7LM ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the...
Jun 24, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Ep 111•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff gives us all a rundown of everything he could remember that happened on our recent trip to Borneo. He punctuates his trip notes with a couple of attacks that took place on the island, including one that involves a crocodile, and another about a pygmie elephant. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/x7M3KxbZ6hE ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by sup...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep 110•Transcript available on Metacast The guys at T&C were honored once again to be joined by the inimitable Jessie, Wes's good fortune made manifest as significant other. The group highlights some of the more curious and often violent animal attack news stories from the past couple of months, and then Jeff asks Jessie a batch of questions ranging from her royal tomato family heritage to her 3000+ pets. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensiv...
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep 109•Transcript available on Metacast 
