Long before Tiger King, there was the Zanesville, OH massacre, where over 50 tigers, panthers, bears, and other exotic animals that had been confined were purposely released by their “owner” just before he committed suicide. What drives people to want to possess and hoard wild animals?
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The Other Animals, hosted by Laurent Levy, is Philadelphia’s only radio show covering all things animal related that looks at the fascinating and inconsistent way humans deal with and impact non-humans. Each week we explore a different topic in depth.
In this episode we explore the curious historical tensions between animal advocacy and environmentalism. Why have these two seemingly compatible groups been so often at odds with each other, and are there opportunities for cooperation? Plus, Rachel Fobar from National …continue
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Are you really responsible if Fifi devours Bowser? Are the police liable if they blow away Rocco? Kristina Bergsten, animal attorney and founder of The Animal Law Firm joins us for an inside look at the complex world of companion …continue
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Jo Anderson from Faunalytics joins us to explore the curious effectiveness of local and municipal legislation for animal advocacy. Even more important than at the state and federal levels? Plus veterinarian Dr. Tom Pickard reveals the staggering reality of why …continue
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