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Humane Nature

Humane Nature

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A bi-weekly show that discusses the good, bad, and ugly of animal tourism around the world.
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We've all seen video games, movies, and TV shows dramatizing horrific monsters that have mutated due to excessive radiation. Are these depictions accurate for the remaining wildlife around Chernobyl? How does extreme radiation impact animals?
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The cute swimming pigs on Big Major Cay have become Instagram famous within the last decade, drawing hundreds of tourists out to visit them. Should we, as tourists, be participating and visiting Pig Island?
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On August 18th the world heard the news that the oldest living orca in captivity passed away at the Miami Seaquarium. Tokitae, otherwise known as Toki or Lolita, had been in captivity for more than 50 years and suffered horrendous treatment throughout most of her life. What does her legacy mean for other whales and dolphins in captivity?
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Is White Gladis really plotting her revenge and taking down boats in the Mediterranean? Is she teaching her family to do the same? Listen as whale researcher Giovanni Galarza and I talk about Gladis's revenge on boats along the Mediterranean coast of Europe.
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Team Lioness, the Black Mambas, the Akashinga, and Team Kufadza risk their lives every day to help prevent poaching and protect endangered African wildlife. We owe them our thanks and support!
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Humane Nature - Ep 35: Spanish Bullfighting - is it Ethical?
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07/01/23 • 40 min

Bullfighting exists all over the world but is the most popular - and most rooted in tradition - in Spain. What goes on in a bullfight, how does bullfighting impact Spain, and should it continue? This is part 2 of bull tourism in Spain.
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Running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain draws over a million tourists every year. However, should it be happening at all? This is the first part of a two-part series on bull tourism in Spain.
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Humane Nature - Ep 33: Thailand's Tiger Temple - Is It Ethical?
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05/26/23 • 50 min

Today we are talking about Thailand's infamous Tiger Temple, its raid, and the lasting repercussions of the destination on tiger tourism throughout Southeast Asia and tiger trafficking.
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The wild white cattle found only at Chillingham Castle are one of the most rare and genetically unique animals on the planet. The cattle have a mysterious history, and the castle they belong to has a dark past making it a great destination to visit in Europe.
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Humane Nature - Ep 47: The Environmental Effects of Generative AI
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07/29/24 • 38 min

Generative AI programs such as Chat GPT are proving disastrous to the environment through carbon emissions and fresh water usage. Let's take a deep dive into how generative AI works, how it differs from other types of AI, and how it is affecting our environment.
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FAQ

How many episodes does Humane Nature have?

Humane Nature currently has 50 episodes available.

What topics does Humane Nature cover?

The podcast is about Animals, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Adventure, Nature, Wildlife, Podcasts, Science and Travel.

What is the most popular episode on Humane Nature?

The episode title 'Ep 39: Visiting the Bahamas' Pig Beach Island - Is It Ethical?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Humane Nature?

The average episode length on Humane Nature is 43 minutes.

How often are episodes of Humane Nature released?

Episodes of Humane Nature are typically released every 14 days, 7 hours.

When was the first episode of Humane Nature?

The first episode of Humane Nature was released on Sep 16, 2021.

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