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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 25 MIN

EP 158 - Why Do Animals Play?

from Life and Laughter · host Peri Kinder

From meerkats and pigs to monkeys and rats, researchers have studied animal play for decades. So why do animals play? What have we learned? Listen in as we dive into "Kingdom of Play" by David Toomey to learn why play behavior is so important for animals, including humans. Please like, share and follow!

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