The Animal Addicts Podcast

Episode 79: Ocean Marvels

On this episode, Casey tells us about a new exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, while I revisit a previous pet peeve. We learn about our Favorite Pelagic Fish, the Tropical Two-Winged Flying Fish and the Pacific Sardine, and our Animal of the Week, the Barreleye. Apologies for the delay, we had many technical issues, and some sound issues that you may notice in this episode. As they continue to be a problem, future episodes will probably also be delayed.

Episode 78: Beautiful, Cool, and Gross

On this episode Casey shares an article about how AI is helping with conservation efforts in Hawaii, while I give an update on the San Fransisco Wag Brigade. We learn about our Favorite Fish Found Near Hawaii, the Spectacled Parrotfish and the Moorish Idol, and our Animal of the Week, the Marine Iguana!

Episode 77: Frequently Feared and Giant Gatherings

On this episode Casey shares a story about how shark meat could be hiding in your pet's food, and I share a story about how a man tried to smuggle over 50 reptiles across the San Ysidro border crossing in his clothes! We learn about our Favorite Sharks from the Indian and Sothern Ocean and Antarctica, the Tiger Shark and the Bull Shark, and our Animal of the Week, the Jonah’s Icefish. Remember there will be no new episodes in April, and we will be back exploring the Pacific Ocean in May! 

Episode 76: Cinderella Would Approve

On this episode, Casey shares about a new species of Orca that were filmed for the first time, while I talk about a lesser known breed of dog, the Finnish Lapphund. We learn about our Favorite Animals that are White or Blue, the Blue Shark and the Blue Whale, and our Animal of the Week, The Glass Octopus!

Episode 75: A Pretty Worm!

On this episode, Casey shares how scientists are using seals to study whales, and I talk about a bear who has been on a crime spree in California. We learn about our Favorite Toothed Cetaceans from the Indian and Southern Ocean, the False Killer Whale and the Commerson's Dolphin, and our Animal of the Week, the Christmas Tree Worm.

Episode 74: Close Family Ties and Fish You Should Not Keep as Pets

On this episode, Casey talks about the potential impact of Krill fishing on wildlife, while I talk about an adventurous sea lion in San Diego. We learn about or Favorite Fish from the Indian Ocean Commonly Kept as Pets, the Longhorn Cowfish and the Blue Hippo Tang, and our Animal of the Week, the Long-Finned Pilot Whale!

Episode 73: A Cute Episode!

On this episode, Casey talks about some very aggressive orcas hunting giant prey off of Australia, while I talk about a same sex penguin couple expertly raising a chick. We learn about our Favorite Animals from New Guinea, the Victoria Crowned Pigeon and the Matschie's Tree-Kangaroo, and our Animal of the Week, the Numbat.

Episode 72: Adorable Australians (Mostly)

On this episode Casey gives us an update on the status of Koalas in Australia, while I talk about an awesome dog breed, the Australian Kelpie. We learn about our Favorite Adorable Animals from Oceania, the Honey Possum and the Wombat, and our Animal of the Week, the Lord Howe Island Stick Insect!

Episode 71: Flightless Birds and Ground-Walking Bats

On this episode, Casey shares about Seals in New Zealand that hunt sharks, while I talk about Willow, the new White House Kitty! We learn about our Favorite Birds from New Zealand. the Weka and the Fiordland Penguin, and our Animal of the Week, the New Zealand Lesser Short-tailed Bat! Due to illness, this episode was delayed as will the next be since we weren't able to record when we intended. Thank you for your patience. 

Episode 70: Little Dinosaur

On this episode Casey shares some crazy behavior from some birds in Australia, while I deliver some sad news about a previously discussed little hero. We learn about our favorite Australian Animals That Rank #1 on a List, The Sydney Funnel Web Spider (most venomous spider) and Inland Taipan (most venomous snake), and our Animal of the Week, the Frill-Necked Lizard!