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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast

Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast

Wildscape Productions

Wild & Unprotected is a conservation podcast focused on the wild life of
individuals who work in conservation and the organizations & animals they work with around the globe. Listen to the WILD behind the scenes stories you won't get to hear anywhere else on this unfiltered and untamed show.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Hold My Beer - Evan Tuohy (Isla Mar Research Expeditions)

Hold My Beer - Evan Tuohy (Isla Mar Research Expeditions)

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06/06/24 • 61 min

In this episode we are headed to Rincón Puerto Rico to talk with Evan Tuohy the Co-Founder of Isla Mar Research Expeditions.
Ethan & Evan talk about their student marine biology programs, turning beer bottles into concrete for coral reef restoration, diving 160 feet down into the ocean, and how it was to stumble upon manatees mating.
Buckle up because it's a WILD episode.

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Turtle Talk - Dr. Larry Wood (National Save the Sea Turtle Foundation)
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11/02/23 • 55 min

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dr. Larry Wood from the National Sea Turtle Foundation.
Learn all about Dr. Wood, his journey to leading the program, and how animals can make an impact on everyone.

To support Dr. Wood and National Save the Sea Turtle Foundation please visit https://savetheseaturtle.org/

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Keeping it Real - Becca Bryan  (Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge)
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10/05/23 • 71 min

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Becca Bryan from Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge.
Anyone ever feel like their personal journey could never lead them to conservation work? Our conversation with Becca proves that no matter what your route is...if you are passionate then you can be a part of conservation programs for a living. We go over the journey Becca took to get to Friends of the Florida Panther refuge, early Florida conservation efforts, and how to keep it real in the industry.

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Hung Like A Turtle - Zach Bell (Okinawa Kame Centre)

Hung Like A Turtle - Zach Bell (Okinawa Kame Centre)

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12/19/24 • 74 min

In this episode of Wild and Unprotected, host Ethan Leaman speaks with Zach Bell from the Okinawa Kame Centre in Japan.
They discuss Zach's journey to Japan and how that led him to working with the black-breasted leaf turtle known locally as the ryukyu. Ever wonder the difference how to tell the male apart from the female for a species like this? This episode covers that and much more including why the show is really named Wild & Unprotected.

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Prison Mullet - Javier Fabrega (Marsh Sessions)

Prison Mullet - Javier Fabrega (Marsh Sessions)

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11/16/23 • 65 min

It's the season finale! In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Javier Fabrega from Marsh Sessions.
In an episode that's a little different than most this episode dives deep into outdoors and fishing culture. Tune in to learn about fishing culture in Florida, the recent Marsh Fest event, and how we can work together with the fishing industry to make an impact in conservation.

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - New Girl on the Block - Ivey Kennedy (Wildlife Photographer)

New Girl on the Block - Ivey Kennedy (Wildlife Photographer)

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06/20/24 • 41 min

We depart from the normal guest type on this weeks episode of Wild & Unprotected. As everyone knows media is an incredibly important part of conservation. Telling a story in a way that captivates is often what drives people to get involved. In this weeks episode we talk with Ivey Kennedy a photographer who has a passion for wildlife.
We discuss the impact of social media in conservation, Ivey's trip to Alaska (along with seeing her favorite animal, a wild bear segment, and the introduction of a new Wildscape team member!

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Don't Love Me Back - Andres Sáenz and Tesa Blowey (Toucan Rescue Ranch)
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11/09/23 • 60 min

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Andres Sáenz and Tesa Blowey of from Toucan Rescue Ranch.
Andres is the Vet Supervisor and Tesa is the Release Site Supervisor for Toucan Rescue Ranch. Tune in to hear about the new Howler Money program TRR has just recently launched, a surprise special guest, and what an animal medical emergency is like during the middle of the show.

To support Toucan Rescue Ranch please visit https://toucanrescueranch.org/get-involved/

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Sign from Nature: Manuohina - Jordan Lerma (Cascadia Research Collective)
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10/26/23 • 60 min

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Jordan Lerma of Cascadia Research Collective.
This episode is jam packed. Talking about whether or not college educations should still be a thing in 15 years to boat yoga...and everything in between. This episode has it all.

The “wild” stories part of the show will make you smile, shed a tear, and say what is this show...all in one segment.
To support Jordan and Cascadia Research Collective please visit https://nene.org/ and https://cascadiaresearch.org/

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Butt Stuff - Dr. Guy Stevens (Manta Trust)

Butt Stuff - Dr. Guy Stevens (Manta Trust)

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09/28/23 • 79 min

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dr. Guy Stevens of Manta Trust.
Anyone want to learn about Mantas...and talk about butt stuff? Guy is the CEO and Co-Founder of Manta Trust. We talk about his journey to becoming the CEO of Manta Trust, all of the dives he has gone on with mantas, and what comes out of a mantas butt?

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Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast - Shark Sperm Smuggler - Pablo García Salinas (FUNDACIÓN OCEANOGRÀFIC & AZUL MARINO)
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05/15/25 • 82 min

In this episode of Wild and Unprotected, host Ethan Leaman speaks with Pablo García Salinas, a marine biologist and project director focused on shark conservation. They discuss Pablo's unique journey from a childhood fascination with dinosaurs to a career in marine biology, his experiences working with sharks, and the importance of education and communication in conservation efforts. The conversation also covers innovative programs for shark conservation, research on blue sharks, and the challenges of conducting marine research. Pablo shares a humorous and wild story about smuggling shark sperm for research, highlighting the lengths scientists go to for their work.

marine biology, shark conservation, education, communication, blue sharks, guitarfish, marine research, Pablo García Salinas, oceanographic, wildlife education

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FAQ

How many episodes does Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast have?

Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast currently has 37 episodes available.

What topics does Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Animals, Stories, Conservation, Educational, Environmental, Natural Sciences, Nature, Podcasts and Science.

What is the most popular episode on Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast?

The episode title 'Jurassic Chickens - Jessica Carroll (Cassowary Conservancy)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast?

The average episode length on Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast is 65 minutes.

How often are episodes of Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast released?

Episodes of Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast?

The first episode of Wild & Unprotected: A Conservation Podcast was released on Apr 20, 2023.

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