Animals, Nature, and You

Bird Behaviorist, Zookeeper, and Now Spokesperson: Marco Wendt's Conservation Journey

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2557474/fan_mail/new] Join host Rick Schwartz as he reunites with former cohost Marco Wendt as they explore wildlife conservation, bird personalities, and the importance of collaboration in zoos and conservation efforts across borders. Discover insights from decades of experience, including work with cassowaries, bird behavior, and overcoming burnout in the wildlife care field. Animals, Nature, and You on IG [https://www.instagram.com/animalsnatureandyou] Links mentioned in this episode: All About Birds - Crested Caracara [https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Crested_Caracara/overview] All About Birds - Southern Cassowary [https://ebird.org/species/soucas1] Find Marco Here: Marco on IG [https://www.instagram.com/zoologymarco/] Marco on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@zoologymarco] Find Rick here: ZoologyRick.com [https://www.zoologyrick.com/] Rick's social media stuff... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zoologyrick] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RickSchwartz] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ZoologyRick] Threads [https://www.threads.com/@zoologyrick] BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/zoologyrick.bsky.social] Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop Artist: Burgberg Used with Full Music Standard Lic.

Beyond the Fluff: The Incredible Survival Skills of Rabbits

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2557474/fan_mail/new] This 10 Minute Tuesday episode explores the incredible adaptations and superpowers of rabbits; highlighting their speed, agility, and survival strategies that make them true super-powered superheroes of the animal kingdom.   Animals, Nature, and You on IG [https://www.instagram.com/animalsnatureandyou] Learn more about Rabbits: PBS Nature - Rabbits Facts [https://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/blog/rabbit-fact-sheet/] Find Rick here: ZoologyRick.com [https://www.zoologyrick.com/] Rick's social media stuff... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zoologyrick] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RickSchwartz] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ZoologyRick] Threads [https://www.threads.com/@zoologyrick] BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/zoologyrick.bsky.social] Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop Artist: Burgberg Used with Full Music Standard Lic.

Unlocking Nature's Secrets: Insights from 'Just the Zoo of Us' - Part 2

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2557474/fan_mail/new] (This is Part 2 of 2) Most people underestimate how deep their connection to nature really is—and how the smallest action can reshape our relationship with the environment. Imagine discovering that your passion for animals and wildlife could be your pathway to influencing conservation, even if your career path didn’t follow the traditional route. Join host, Rick Schwartz for an engaging conversation with Ellen Weatherford, host of the popular podcast 'Just the Zoo of Us,' as she shares her journey from wildlife enthusiast to podcast creator, her insights on neurodivergence, and the importance of connecting with nature and community. Discover how curiosity, passion, and understanding ecosystems can inspire conservation and personal growth. Animals, Nature, and You on IG [https://www.instagram.com/animalsnatureandyou] Links mentioned in this episode: Just the Zoo of Us [https://www.justthezooofus.com/] Just the Zoo of Us on IG [https://www.instagram.com/thezooofuspod/] Just the Zoo of Us on FB [https://www.facebook.com/JustTheZooOfUs] Find Rick here: ZoologyRick.com [https://www.zoologyrick.com/] Rick's social media stuff... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zoologyrick] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RickSchwartz] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ZoologyRick] Threads [https://www.threads.com/@zoologyrick] BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/zoologyrick.bsky.social] Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop Artist: Burgberg Used with Full Music Standard Lic.

Unlocking Nature's Secrets: Insights from 'Just the Zoo of Us' - Part 1

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2557474/fan_mail/new] (This is Part 1 of 2) Most people underestimate how deep their connection to nature really is—and how the smallest action can reshape our relationship with the environment. Imagine discovering that your passion for animals and wildlife could be your pathway to influencing conservation, even if your career path didn’t follow the traditional route. Join host, Rick Schwartz for an engaging conversation with Ellen Weatherford, host of the popular podcast 'Just the Zoo of Us,' as she shares her journey from wildlife enthusiast to podcast creator, her insights on neurodivergence, and the importance of connecting with nature and community. Discover how curiosity, passion, and understanding ecosystems can inspire conservation and personal growth. Animals, Nature, and You on IG [https://www.instagram.com/animalsnatureandyou] Links mentioned in this episode: Just the Zoo of Us [https://www.justthezooofus.com/] Just the Zoo of Us on IG [https://www.instagram.com/thezooofuspod/] Just the Zoo of Us on FB [https://www.facebook.com/JustTheZooOfUs] Find Rick here: ZoologyRick.com [https://www.zoologyrick.com/] Rick's social media stuff... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zoologyrick] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RickSchwartz] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ZoologyRick] Threads [https://www.threads.com/@zoologyrick] BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/zoologyrick.bsky.social] Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop Artist: Burgberg Used with Full Music Standard Lic.

Did You Notice? The Wildlife is Watching You.

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2557474/fan_mail/new] In this 10 Minute Tuesday, Rick explores how human activity impacts wildlife behavior, highlighting recent scientific studies and personal insights. Discover how animals adapt to human presence and what this means for conservation efforts.  Rick also discusses the use of drone technology to deploy environmental monitoring tools with little human impact, giving researchers a "cleaner" read of the habitat. Animals, Nature, and You on IG [https://www.instagram.com/animalsnatureandyou] Links mentioned in the episode: Yale News: Wildlife is Watching Us Too and Changing Their Behavior In Response [https://news.yale.edu/2026/05/21/wildlife-watching-us-too-and-changing-their-behavior-response] Science.org: Interacting effects of human presence and landscape modification on birds and mammals [https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adq3396] Find Rick here: ZoologyRick.com [https://www.zoologyrick.com/] Rick's social media stuff... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zoologyrick] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RickSchwartz] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ZoologyRick] Threads [https://www.threads.com/@zoologyrick] BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/zoologyrick.bsky.social] Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop Artist: Burgberg Used with Full Music Standard Lic.