Darcee Beckner, Cincinnati Zoo

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Darcee Beckner, Cincinnati Zoo

FromCincinnati Zoo Tales

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44 minutes

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Mar 20, 2024

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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.

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Mar 20, 2024

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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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Telling the Story of Fiona the Hippo: A look at the story of the world-famous Fiona the hippo through the eyes of Cincinnati Zoo Marketing VP, Chad Yelton. What goes into telling the story of the smallest hippo to ever survive? Find out in the first episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Wendy Rice, Cincinnati Zoo: We talk lions with Wendy Rice, head keeper at the Cincinnati Zoo. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Cincinnati Zoo Tales Trailer: Cincinnati Zoo Tales Podcast is here to offer “What can I do?” action items to help listeners make a world of difference! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Dr. Jessye Wojtusik, Cincinnati Zoo: Meet Dr. Jesse W. of CREW who performed the first ultrasound on a Nile hippo (Fiona's mom Bibi)! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Cody Sowers, Cincinnati Zoo: Penguins, penguins, penguins! Learn more about the penguins that call the Cincinnati Zoo home from their caregiver Cody! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
39 min listen
Ellie Tighe, Cincinnati Zoo: Hop over to this episode to learn all about the newest faces in Roo Valley! Learn about kangaroos from their keeper Ellie Tighe! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
29 min listen
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. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
65 min listen
Sam Kornau, Cincinnati Zoo: Chchchanges! Sam is leaving the podcast, but don't worry, you can meet your new cohost in this episode! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
34 min listen
Steve Foltz, Cincinnati Zoo: We're talking tulips with the Zoo's Director of Horticulture, Steve Foltz! Learn more about the botanical side of the Zoo just in time for Zoo Blooms. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Mollie O’Neil, Cincinnati Zoo: Learn more about how you can help birds that are migrating over your city in this new podcast with Mollie from the Cincinnati Zoo! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Scott Wingate, WAVE Foundation: Learn more about the wonders of aquatic life and the importance of conservation with Scott Wingate from the WAVE Foundation! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
26 min listen
Shae Miller, Cincinnati Zoo: Have a wild time listening to this fun interview with Shae, and learn all about the animals you can meet up close and personal at the Cincinnati Zoo on your next visit! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Sarah Swanson, Cincinnati Zoo: We slow things down today with sloth keeper Sarah from the Cincinnati Zoo! Learn more about sloths and how the Zoo is helping to save them. Plus what you can do to help! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
28 min listen
Mandy Pritchard, Cincinnati Zoo: Did you know that the Cincinnati Zoo is working to reintroduce critically endangered American burying beetles to their former habitats? Learn more from Team Leader, Mandy P, who is leading the way! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Val Nastold, Cincinnati Zoo: We're learning all about elephants and their history at the Zoo in this new podcast with keeper Val! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Thane Maynard, Cincinnati Zoo: Get to know the talented Director of the Cincinnati Zoo, Thane Maynard! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Mark Fisher, Cincinnati Zoo: Mark Fisher and our hosts talk going green, LED lights, Yoda and baseball in this new podcast episode! We're taking you behind the scenes at the Zoo and telling you all of our secrets on being the Greenest Zoo in America®! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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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. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Faith Hall, Cincinnati Zoo: All of your bonobo questions are answered in this new episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales with their keeper Faith! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Erin O’Brien, Cincinnati Zoo: We talk to keeper Erin about everyone's favorite prickly porcupine, Rico! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
34 min listen
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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
75 min listen
Andie Haugen, Cincinnati Zoo: Remus the cheetah companion dog and Keeper Andie join the podcast today to talk all about cheetahs! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
54 min listen
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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
27 min listen
Lindsay Garrett, Cincinnati Zoo: From mermaids to manatees, we cover all things aquatic with manatee keeper Lindsay! Learn more about manatees, what the Zoo is doing to save them, and how you can help save them in the wild. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
53 min listen
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. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
105 min listen
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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
82 min listen
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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
53 min listen
Corina Newsome, Avian Conservationist: Avian Conservationist Corina Newsome talks with us about birds, environmental justice and wildlife conservation. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Dr. Mike Wenninger and Dr. Hali Jungers: 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 th... by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Cincinnati Animal CARE: 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 ... by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Jenna & Mark, Cincinnati Zoo: Hosts Jenna and Mark talk about what it's like to help raise baby lesser kudu, Maizy! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Brian Jorg, Cincinnati Zoo: 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 retur... by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Renee Carpenter, Cincinnati Zoo: 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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Megan Philpott, Ph.D, Cincinnati Zoo: 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 th... by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Happy 7th Birthday, 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 ... by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Cody Sowers, Cincinnati Zoo: 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. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Mark and Jenna, Cincinnati Zoo: 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. by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Kelli Walker, Cincinnati Zoo: 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! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Dr. Jess Heinz, Cincinnati Zoo: 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... by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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Michelle Griesinger, Cincinnati Zoo: Keeper Michelle teaches us about the important and complex work she is doing with flower beetles and other insects! by Cincinnati Zoo Tales
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