Rossifari Podcast - Zoos, Aquariums, and Animal Conservation

Dateline: May 29, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off catching you up on my world, including some good news about the Ecuador trip and discussing the show I'm opening tonight. Our headline story is a sequel to the Sloth World story. No seriously. Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Smithsonian's National Zoo, Edmonton Valley Zoo, Buffalo Zoo, Oregon Zoo, Burgers Zoo, Woodland Park Zoo, San Diego Zoo,  Bronx Zoo, Chattanooga Zoo, Columbus Zoo, Hogle Zoo, Denver Zoo, Virginia Zoo, Wildlife World Zoo, Louisville Zoo, Taipei Zoo, North Carolina Zoo, and more! Conservation News has two quick stories from the states, both of which are positive and hopeful! All that and Animal Holidays! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads back to Providence to catch up with three friends who were all on the pod last year. We sit down with Emily, Diana, and Kate in order to catch up on what's been going on since their episodes last year. These three women never cease to amaze and inspire me, and I'm so genuinely happy to have them back on the pod where they belong! EPISODE LINKS: @rwpzoo on socials rwpzoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on the socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod 

Dateline: May 22, 2026 - Rossifari Zoo News is back with a special edition! We've had a secret for a few weeks, and we spill it now! ROSSIFARI LINKS: https://animalsanonymousapparel.com/collections/tree-kangaroo-fundraiserhttps://animalsanonymousapparel.com/collections/binturong-fundraiser@rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari 

Today, the Safari heads to Louisville, KY, to sit down with General Curator Ron Evans of the Louisville Zoo. We talk red pandas, binturongs, koalas, exhibit design, accessibility, and a whole slew of other topics. Also, your intrepid host takes some good-natured ribbing for what is apparently a loud voice. Who knew? EPISODE LINKS: @louisvillezooofficial on socials louisvillezoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.comPatreon.com/rossifari to support the pod 

Dateline May 15, 2026: Rossifari Zoo News is back featuring another few deep dives into the animal news of the world. This week I start off with a deep look at the swatting incidents that have been plaguing zoos and aquariums across the United States. Then we talk about the guy who threw a rock at a monk seal and practically became public enemy number one because of it. Then we do the latest on the Sloth World situation. EPISODE LINKS: @treekangaroosafe to watch the Crunchathonhttps://animalsanonymousapparel.com/collections/tree-kangaroo-fundraiser ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari 

Today, the Safari sits down with my good friend Yosanni Torres to talk all things tree kangaroo in advance of World Tree Kangaroo Day! The SAFE Tree Kangaroo Crunch-A-Thon is currently running on social media, making this feel like a great time to focus on tree kangaroos! We talk about Yosanni's work at Zoo Miami, her transition into leadership, her work with the SSP and SAFE programs, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: @zoomiami@treekangaroosafe https://animalsanonymousapparel.com/collections/tree-kangaroo-fundraiser ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari 

Dateline: May 8, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with exciting news about a potential trip to Ecuador we could all take together to help save sea turtles! We have two deep dives this week: One is an interview with Sam Trull from The Sloth Institute, and one is a deep look at the labor situation that played out at Brookfield Zoo this week.All that and Animal Holidays! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads back to Southwick's Zoo to bring you another interview with fan favorite Emily Begue Masinda! We talk about how her pregnancy is changing her life and work, we laugh a lot, and she has the audacity to tell someone else's Rossifari Poop Story! EPISODE LINKS: Southwickszoo.com @southwickszooofficial on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari 

Dateline: May 1, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with exciting news about a potential trip to Ecuador we could all take together to help save sea turtles! Our headline story is a follow up to last week's Sloth World story.Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Central Florida Zoo, Columbus Zoo, Lehigh Valley Zoo, Akron Zoo, Henry Vilas Zoo, The Calgary Zoo, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Kansas City Zoo, Zoo Atlanta, Wildlife World Zoo, the Bronx Zoo, Zoo Knoxville, and more! All that and Animal Holidays! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads back to the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., to talk to a keeper of some of my favorite animals there, the binturongs Hank and Lola. Oh, and also tigers, lions, bears, and a bunch of other animals! We talk about how a good leader can make all the difference in a career in the zoo world, the individual personalities of many of the animals at the zoo, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: @smithsonianzoo nationalzoo.si.edu ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/Rossifari @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: April 24, 2026. Today, the Safari does a deep dive into Sloth World, a roadside zoo possibly opening soon in Orlando. 31 sloths (at a minimum) have died so far for this tourist trap, and it's not going to get better unless it is gone. We talk about how you can help make that happen. EPISODE LINKS: Rossifari.com @rossifari @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari 

Today, the Safari visits Mystic Aquarium to talk to the chair and vice-chair of the AZA Accreditation Committee. What does accreditation mean? What does it look like? What happens when an AZA-accredited facility is accused of not living up to the gold-standard that AZA accreditation represents? Can accreditation be revoked? Can special circumstances be accounted for from facility to facility? We ask all this and more! EPISODE LINKS: mysticaquarium.org @mysticaquarium @bronxzoo bronxzoo.com @zoos_aquariums aza.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: April 17, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with a quick life update, including sending love to our buddy Taylor as he gets married this weekend! Our headline story is an Other News interview with Dani Larson about the submarine bird!Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Cincinnati Zoo, Chester Zoo, Dallas Zoo, San Diego Zoo, John Ball Zoo, San Francisco Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Denver Zoo, New Zoo, and a look at the aquariums vying for top billing in this year's Top Ten Aquarium poll from USA Today.Conservation News stories include bad news for mountain lions and good news for rhinos and Amur tigers.All that and Animal Holidays! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari sits down with Grayson Ponti of ZANE and Kari Hart of the AZA to discuss accessibility. This episode is dropping during Autism Acceptance Month, and is a great way to look at the neurodiversity that is so common in the zoo and aquarium fields. EPISODE LINKS: zanezoo.com @zane_zoosandaquariums on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: April 10, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing the current crazy trip I'm on, including a visit to Emily the elephant! Our headline story comes at the end, and is an attempt at a balanced look at the Plumes Official account. Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Cincinnati Zoo, St. Louis Zoo, Kansas City Zoo, Los Angeles Zoo, the Jacksonville Zoo, SeaLife Sydney, Greater Vancouver Zoo, Virginia Zoo, National Zoo, Reid Park Zoo, Henry Doorly Zoo, San Francisco Zoo, ZooAmerica, and more. Conservation News stories include good pangolin news, a crazy story about stopped smugglers, and the uplisting of two beloved species. Other News has a look at Plumes Official and playing music for animals. All that and Animal Holidays! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari takes you to Cincinnati to hang out with us as we attend the joint ABMA/IAATE Conference! We talk about our zoo visits, goof around in a hotel room, make dumb jokes, and also dive into a lot of the training discussions that spoke to us all. EPISODE LINKS: @theabma theabma.org@_iaate_ iaate.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari 

Dateline: April 3, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing the crazy trip I've been on.Our headline story is a deep look at how governments can affect zoos and aquariums featuring a lot of information about Capron Park Zoo.Then it's time for Zoo News stories from the Philadelphia Zoo, Elmwood Park Zoo, EAZA, and more. Conservation News stories include a a look at how governments can affect conservation work in a variety of ways good and bad, and some exciting news for a few different bird species! All that and Animal Holidays! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads back to Wildlife World Zoo to catch up with our dear friend Delaney. We discuss her new role as the face of the zoo's social media, what she has learned in the role, and so much more. Of course, we also talk about the amazing animals she takes care of, catch up on what's going on with the crew at Shipwreck Cove, and get into a fight or two. EPISODE LINKS: @wildlifeworldzoo on socials wildlifeworld.com ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari reports on all we experienced at the AZA Midyear meeting. From presenting for SAFE Red Panda and SAFE Tree Kangaroo to discussing some of the panels we attended to being shocked about live karaoke at the ice breaker, there's a lot to cover! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari engages in a PODSWAP! This is my episode with Rick Schwartz, formerly of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, and now an independent wildlife educator and podcaster! Catch up with Rick to find out what led to this career change, what the future may hold, and so much more! Truly an inspiring guest! EPISODE LINKS:@zoologyrick @animalsnatureandyouzoologyrick.comROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod 

Dateline: March 20, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing the trip I'm currently on, what it means for the next few weeks of the pod, the movie Hoppers, and more! Then we do a deep dive into the Top Ten Zoos in the Country, according to USA Today.  We look at additional topics of interest including Top Ten Zoo Memberships, Top Ten Zoo Exhibits, and Top Ten Wildlife Safari Parks. We also discuss some new tactics that are out there to confuse people about zoos and aquariums or to just flat-out make them look bad. Finally, we discuss my concern about the penguins and rocks from last week, and hit some animal holidays!ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads to Topeka for a fun chat with Shanna Simpson, curator and safety aficionado! We talk about a large range of topics pertaining to her career, from orca and dolphin training to inspiring her daughter to follow in her footsteps, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: @topekazoo on socials topekazoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod 

Dateline: March 13, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing the trip I'll be heading out on this evening. LOTS of exciting content coming your way from it! Then it's time for Zoo News stories from the Wild Discovery Park, Saint Louis Zoo, Disney's Animal Kingdom, The Wilds, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Buffalo Zoo, Columbus Zoo, Turtle Back Zoo, North Carolina Zoo, Como Park Zoo, The Living Desert, Woodland Park Zoo, Dublin Zoo, and Edinburgh Zoo.Conservation News stories include a new conservation initiative in Pennsylvania, Avian Influenza's latest journey, another invasive herp visiting Florida, an awesome story from SANCCOB, and a look at an ambitious rewilding project in Saudi Arabia. Other News features three completely ridiculous and over the top stories. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads back to the Millbrook School to visit the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo! This episode contains three mini-interviews (minterviews)...one with Max, one of the head student curators at the zoo...one with Lucy, Selina, and Evelyn, three students who traveled half way around the world to attend a boarding school with a zoo...and one with Dr. Alan Tousignant, the Director of the zoo, in which he walks us through the Master Plan for the next phase of awesomeness at the zoo! EPISODE LINKS: @trevorzoo on socials https://www.millbrook.org/trevor-lovejoy-zoo-homeROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

It's time for another special episode of Rossifari Zoo News. This week, I'm joined again by Dr. Natalia Reagan to discuss the bonobo situation at the Memphis Zoo, and I also talk about the Protecting Local Zoos Act. EPISODE LINKS: @natalia13reagan on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials@rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads back to Lehigh Valley Zoo to chat with educator Cassidy and hoofstock keeper Shawn! We talk training, favorite animals, and all kinds of good stuff.  EPISODE LINKS: lvzoo.org @lvzoo ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod 

It's time for a Rossifari Zoo News Special Edition all about Punch the monkey! What kind of animal is he? What should we think about what we've seen from his home zoo? How are primatologists and conservationists looking at this story? We dive in deep with Dr. Natalia Reagan, a primatologist and comedian! EPISODE LINKS: @natalia13reagan on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials@rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari returns to Escondido, CA, for an incredible visit with Hillary Hankey! She's taken Avian Behavior International and changed it into a non-profit organization, Avian Behavior Conservancy...and we discuss what that change looks like and so many more incredible topics related to training, free-flight bird experiences, and so much more. Zoë jumps on to ask some deep questions as well! EPISODE LINKS: @avianbehavior on socials avian-behavior.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod 

Dateline: February 20, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing our Project for Awesome submission for the Tree Kangaroo Conservation Program and talking about the upcoming week in my life.Our headline story is a loving and rambling farewell to Morobe the tree kangaroo.Then it's time for Zoo News stories from the Louisville Zoo, Tanganyika Wildlife Park, Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Chattanooga Zoo, Oakland Zoo, the Toronto Zoo, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Sedgwick County Zoo, Zoo Miami, Monterey Bay Aquarium, San Francisco Zoo, the Cincinnati Zoo, and the Memphis Zoo. Conservation News stories include a cool bounce back from extinction for a gibbon species, Avian influenza hitting Australian territories for the first time, good news for mountain lions in California, and the way Mardi Gras is getting greener! Other News features a poop story!ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Hello lovers! Today, the Safari heads to the Aquarium of Niagara to discuss penguin love and breeding with Abby Pietrow! We discuss what happens when the Humboldt penguin SSP sent a new penguin to the aquarium in the hopes of it finding love, and how the animal care staff can help that situation out. We also discuss a very special relationship in Abby's life. Enjoy our Valentine's Day special! EPISODE LINKS: aquariumofniagara.org @aqniagara on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

VOTE FOR THE TKCP: https://projectforawesome.com/videos/tree-kangaroo-conservation-program-p4-a-2026DONATIONS HERE: https://gofund.me/68db48f65Dateline: February 13, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing our Project for Awesome submission for the Tree Kangaroo Conservation Program, and how you can help by voting! We have TWO headline stories this week. First we discuss the environmental impact of these trendy AI "drawings" going around the web right now. Then we talk about a new problematic bill in the US House of Representatives. Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Smithsonian's National Zoo, New Forrest Wildlife Park, Mystic Aquarium, Longneck Manor, Drusillas Park, Wildlife World Zoo, the Phoenix Zoo, Dickerson Park Zoo, Taronga Zoo, Utica Zoo, Akron Zoo, North Carolina Zoo, Pittsburgh Zoo, Chester Zoo, and Disney's Animal Kingdom.Conservation News stories include a huge upgrade in the saiga antelope population, good and bad news for pangolins, a huge step forward for conservation in Illinois, and a big financial gain for an incredible conservation organization. Other News features a look at dog/human communication!ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, I have the distinct honor of bringing you my interview with one of my biggest heroes, Dr. Lisa Dabek, a true pioneer in tree kangaroo conservation. We talk about her illustrious career, dive into the work the Tree Kangaroo Conservation Program is doing, talk about plush tree kangaroos, and share a lot of laughs along the way. The best part is, this episode shares a few ways that YOU can help the TKCP! EPISODE LINKS:@treekangaroosafe @woodlandparkzoo @treekangarooconservation treekangaroo.orgzoo.orgROSSIFARI LINKS: Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: February 6, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing my life and a really cool project I got to work on that could hopefully help with tree kangaroo conservation.Then we head to our headline story, discussing the recent story from China where a woman tried to take a selfie with a snow leopard and ended up getting attacked. Dr. Imogen Cancellare, the best name I've ever had on the podcast, joins us to discuss this situation.Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Smithsonian's National Zoo, the Denver Zoo, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Sydney Zoo, Mystic Aquarium, Hogle Zoo, SeaWorld Orlando, the Cincinnati Zoo, Melbourne Zoo, Tierpark Berlin, Brookfield Zoo, and more! Conservation News stories include a ban on hunting in Costa Rica, a look at human/animal conflict in India, and the definition of a new species. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads across the pond to the UK to share an incredible story about a zookeeper hand-rearing two gorillas at the Bristol Zoo! Alan Toyne shares some of the amazing stories from this incredible time, and what it was like turning that story into his engaging book, "Gorillas In Our Midst." ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: January 30, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We do a deep dive on the controversial facility Sloth World, opening soon in Orlando, Florida. Our expert guide for this topic is Sam Trull, the director of The Sloth Institute, who is passionate and very, very well educated on the topic of sloths. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari visits Australia (virtually, anyway) for our second full episode featuring Ren Howell...except she's got a new name, a new kid, a new job, and the same ability to get goofy with me!  I'd say more, but I don't have to...it's Ren, so you're listening! EPISODE LINKS: @reneehowell18 on Insta @sealifesydney on Insta ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: January 23, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing my life and a new partnership with The Faunary! Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Smithsonian's National Zoo, Woodland Park Zoo, Kansas City Zoo, Audubon Zoo, Indianapolis Zoo, Bronx Zoo, Mesker Park Zoo, Elmwood Park Zoo, Topeka Zoo, Manor Wildlife Park, Erie Zoo, The Sacramento Zoo, and more.Conservation News stories include me complaining about AI again, plus a cool genome discovery, great news for rare tree kangaroos, and a study gone wrong in Australia. Other News features a look at a Florida Bird Nerd War and a potentially good thing from the Trump Administration. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads down to East Carolina University to chat with Dr. Jeffrey Skibins about how the study of conservation psychology can apply to zoos and aquariums! Some of the topics we address include: - Is it better to see animals in the wild or at a zoo when hoping to inspire conservation action? - A surprising story about messaging around palm oil. - What traits determine whether an animal is charismatic, as the word is used in the field? - Why do people visit zoos only to feel bad about the animals there? - Strategies to take steam away from the anti-zoo movement. - Do guests actually care about whether enrichment looks natural? - A fascinating discussion about the recent move away from the word "captivity."And SO much more! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: January 16, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing my life and upcoming shows and such.Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Dallas World Aquarium, Oklahoma City Zoo, Memphis Zoo, Smithsonian's National Zoo, Little Rock Zoo, Chester Zoo, Altina Wildlife Park, Australia Zoo, Cape May County Zoo, North Carolina Zoo, Columbus Zoo, the ABMA, and so much more! Conservation News stories include a new Fahlo bracelet, a horror movie that might help the conversation around primates as pets, what a tiger's movement shows us about conservation work, and a neat look at how many new species are still discovered every year. Other News features a look at some good or bad news from the CDC. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari sits down with Cassandra Ray to discuss what ethical conservation travel looks like. We talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of an industry that can do a lot of good when it's done right, and a lot of bad when it isn't. EPISODE LINKS: @cassanimaladventures on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod

Dateline: January 9, 2026. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off discussing my life for the past month including visits to the San Diego Zoo, SDZ Safari Park, Avian Behavior Conservancy, and more! Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Phoenix Zoo, ZooAtlanta, Nashville Zoo, Paignton Zoo, Roger Williams Park Zoo, Zoo Knoxville, the North Carolina Zoo, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Tanganyika Wilfdlife Park, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Taronga Zoo, and more! Conservation News stories include the largest wildlife overpass in North America, a look at genetics in a tiger reserve, how AI can help with heating homes, when invasive species aren't invasive, and more. Other News features a lying father.ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today the Safari heads back to Elmwood Park Zoo to catch up with some of the ambassador department...and the animals that serve as ambassadors at the zoo! You get to hear me meet a skunk, opossum, and one of the bald eagles that is an official live mascot of the Philadelphia Eagles! Learn what goes into training these animals and so much more in a series of three minterviews! EPISODE LINKS: elmwoodparkzoo.org @elmwoodparkzoo ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari 

Today, our best of episode features the most downloaded episode of the entire history of the podcast: Why So Serious? with Ron Magill of Zoo Miami. ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, we have our second most listened to episode ever, featuring Ren Howell! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today we start our countdown of the three most downloaded episodes of the pod ever.  In number 3 we have Caitlin and Lauren of the Lemur Conservation Foundation! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

It's here! The Rossifari Old Timey Non-Denominational Holiday Special 2025 is the perfect way to get a laugh and still learn some animal stuff during the crazy holiday season! This episode features: Interviews with fan favorites Dani Larson of Southwick's Zoo and Bekah Robinson of the Greensboro Science Center! Musical guests Ken Sandberg with Heather Michele Lawler, Taylor Isaac Gray, and Emily Gallo! Guest appearances by Natali Berry, Dani DiMarco, Amy Fennell, Katie Hess, Ann Holtzman, Ren Howell, Chelsea James, Dr. Diana Koester, Jessica Kordell, Bradley Lawrence, Emily MacDonald, Emily Mack, Miles Rossi, Dr. Zoë Rossi, Delaney Sevchik, Ellie Tahmaseb, Diana Waterman, and Theresa Wilson.Parody commercials by yours truly! Returning Announcer Randy "Motown" Brown! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

It's time for a Best of Rossifari episode, and since this is our first time doing this, we had to start with one of the most important episodes ever...our introduction to Dani Larson, then Dani Poirier. Enjoy revisiting this one! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads back to the beautiful upstate New York to talk to Kyleen Depew of the Trevor Lovejoy Zoo! We talk about the unique experience of connecting with students zooies on multiple levels, what we can all learn from the zoo doing such a great job with younger minds, and so much more. EPISODE LINKS: @trevorzoo on socials https://www.millbrook.org/trevor-lovejoy-zoo-home ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline December 12, 2025 - Today, we have a special edition of Rossifari Zoo News featuring Chelsey James, author of The Reality of AI Animal Content, an article featured on the Sedgwick County Zoo homepage that really spoke to me. We talk about the effect of AI animal content on zoos, on conservation, and on the public at large. We also discuss whether AI can ever be used constructively in the conservation field given the current environmental impact it has. Click here for the article: https://scz.org/blog/the-reality-of-ai-animal-contentROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod@rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Today, the Safari heads to Cleveland to sit down with Dr. Diana Koester, a good friend and even better scientist, to discuss tree kangaroo science and conservation and cuteness. This is one of those people I just can't wait to share with you, so stop reading this and just get to listening! EPISODE LINKS: https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo @clemetzoo on socials @treekangaroosafe on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-rossifari-store/ - Rossifari Merch