PodThis Wild World
by PodThis
The natural world as a documentary: one animal, one habitat or one scientific puzzle at a time, told through the people who study it.Stories and voices in this podcast are created with AI. Want to make your own podcast? Create one at https://podthis.co
Episodes
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Grief and the River
Grief and the River The future of the most endangered orca populations is inextricably linked to the health of our rivers and salmon. We look at what it will take to save the remaining families of the Pacific Northwest. Made with PodThis — create your own podcast at podthis.co 01:49 Chapter 1…
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The Iberian Mystery
The Iberian Mystery In 2020, a new and terrifying behavior emerged off the coast of Spain: orcas systematically disabling sailboats. Is it a trauma response, territorial defense, or simply a dangerous teenage fad? Made with PodThis — create your own podcast at podthis.co 01:54 Chapter 1: The...
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The Breaking Point
The Breaking Point Decades of confinement eventually reached a tragic boiling point. We examine the psychological toll of captivity on a highly intelligent species through the life of a single, massive bull orca. Made with PodThis — create your own podcast at podthis.co 01:47 Chapter 1: The…
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The Captive Experiment
The Captive Experiment In the mid-20th century, humans viewed orcas as pests to be eradicated. That changed overnight when the first live orcas were brought into captivity, launching a multi-billion dollar entertainment industry. Made with PodThis — create your own podcast at podthis.co 01:43...
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The Grandmother Rule
The Grandmother Rule Far from mindless killers, orcas live in complex, matriarchal societies. We dive into the distinct languages, cultures, and family bonds that define their lives, guided by the elders of the pod. Made with PodThis — create your own podcast at podthis.co 01:48 Chapter 1: The...
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The Perfect Predator
The Perfect Predator To understand the orca, you must first understand their unmatched physical capabilities and global dominance. This episode breaks down the biology and terrifyingly coordinated hunting tactics that allow them to rule every ocean on Earth. Made with PodThis — create your own...
About this show
The natural world as a documentary: one animal, one habitat or one scientific puzzle at a time, told through the people who study it.Stories and voices in this podcast are created with AI. Want to make your own podcast? Create one at https://podthis.co
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