Rossifari Podcast - Zoos, Aquariums, and Animal Conservation

A Deep Analysis of Why Junior Is Objectively The Best Sea Lion Ever with Delaney Sevchik of Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium, and Safari Park

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

The AZA Midyear 2026 Recap Episode featuring Dr. Zoë Rossi

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

The Binturong Buddies Bounce Back with Rick Schwartz of Animals, Nature, and You!

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  @animalsnatureandyou zoologyrick.com ROSSIFARI LINKS:  rossifari.com  @rossifari  @rossifaripod on TikTok  Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod

Rossifari Zoo News 3.20.26 - The Top Ten Zoos Edition!

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

Shanna Banana with Shanna Simpson of the Topeka Zoo...and special guests!

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