Talking Apes

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Talking Apes

A primate podcast examining the world of great apes - chimps, gorillas, orangutans, bonobos, and humans. Our remarkable guests are at the forefront of science and conservation, exploring our brains, evolution, anatomy, disease, wildlife, biodiversity, and the ecosystems we all depend on for survival. Visit our official website: talkingapes.orgTalking Apes is a program of the nonprofit GLOBIO. 

  1. 12 NOV

    Orangutans Using Wild Medicines with Dr Isabelle Laumer | S4E59

    In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have observed a male orangutan, Rakus, using plants as medicine—a first-ever recording of a wild animal self-medicating for wound care. This unique behavior was spotted in the jungle, where Rakus chewed the stem and leaves of a plant known for its anti-inflammatory properties and applied it to his injured cheek. The wound, likely caused by a territorial fight, healed within a month.What makes this finding extraordinary is its implications for both ora...

    30 min

  2. 22 OCT

    The Chimps of Gombe with Dr. Elizabeth Lonsdorf | S4E58

    Generations at Gombe: Elizabeth Lonsdorf on Chimpanzee Mothers, Babies, and the Power of Long-Term StudyIn this episode of Talking Apes we’re joined by Elizabeth Lonsdorf whose decades spanning career has been rooted at Gombe, the iconic chimpanzee research site founded by Dr. Jane Goodall. What started as a project to study tool-use in wild chimps has evolved into a lifetime of discovery. Elizabeth, now co-director of the Gombe Mother-Infant Project, explores the most intimate relationships ...

    1h 14m

  3. 24 SEPT

    Gorilla Doctors! World Gorilla Day Special with Kirsten Gilardi | S4E57

    Season 4 Premiere: World Gorilla Day Special Episode! 🦍We’re thrilled to launch Season 4 of Talking Apes with a special release in celebration of World Gorilla Day! This episode features an in-depth conversation with Kirsten Gilardi, Executive Director of Gorilla Doctors, the ground-breaking organization that’s saving gorillas through cutting-edge veterinary care. In this episode, Kirsten shares her passion for gorilla conservation and the awe-inspiring experiences of working up close with th...

    1h 22m

  4. 14 JULY

    Chimps of the Fiery Savanna with Dr Jill Pruetz - World Chimpanzee Day 2024 | S3E56

    Amidst the harsh terrain and frequent fires of Senegal's savanna landscape lives a community of remarkable chimps. What makes them different from their forest-dwelling kin? And what can they reveal about human evolution? Join us on World Chimpanzee Day for a journey into the heart of the savanna to explore the world of chimps with Dr Jill Pruetz. Following her pioneering research in Senegal's savanna habitat, Jill reveals her incredible discoveries about the behavior of our closest rela...

    2 hr

  5. 2 JULY

    30 Years Living with Chimps, with John Mitani | S3E55

    Learn about the secrets of ape society with Dr John MitaniJoin us for the second time on Talking Apes with John Mitani, a renowned primatologist with over three decades of experience studying chimpanzees in the wild. Known for his ground-breaking research and role as the scientific consultant for Netflix's "Chimp Empire," John shares his wealth of knowledge and incredible experiences from the forests of Kibale and beyond.From discovering unusually large chimpanzee groups to observing intricat...

    1h 33m

  6. 7 JUNE

    Teasing Tactics: Ape Play and Pranks with Dr Isabelle Laumer | S3E54

    Playful Teasing in Great Apes with Isabelle Laumer Did you know that great apes engage in playful teasing, much like human children?Join us for another episode of Talking Apes Podcast featuring Isabelle Laumer, a renowned researcher in animal behavior and cognition at Max Planck. Isabelle and her team have conducted groundbreaking research on playful teasing in great apes, revealing fascinating parallels between our closest relatives and human infants.In this episode, we delve into the cognit...

    35 min

  7. 16 MAY

    Stories of Survival and Struggle with Journalist Jeremy Hance | S3E53

    Join us for this episode of Talking Apes featuring Jeremy Hance, a distinguished environmental journalist renowned for his unwavering commitment to biodiversity. With a prolific career writing for outlets like Mongabay and the Guardian, Jeremy shares his insights on conservation and the emotional challenges of his work.Jeremy shares his lifelong love for wild things and his identity as a storyteller. He talks about the joy and challenges of covering critical issues like global warming, poachi...

    1h 20m

  8. 18 APR

    Make Travel Meaningful: Earth Day Special with NatHab's Ben Bressler | S3E52

    Does connecting to a planet require seeing it? And at what cost to the environment, the wildlife, and people?Join us for an Earth Day special on Talking Apes Podcast as we chat with Ben Bressler, founder of Natural Habitat Adventures, about the transformative power of purposeful travel.'We're passionate about conservation, and we're passionate about travel, so we use travel to affect conservation.'A Conservation Journey:From humble beginnings in the late 1980s, Natural Habitat Adventure...

    1h 5m
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About

A primate podcast examining the world of great apes - chimps, gorillas, orangutans, bonobos, and humans. Our remarkable guests are at the forefront of science and conservation, exploring our brains, evolution, anatomy, disease, wildlife, biodiversity, and the ecosystems we all depend on for survival. Visit our official website: talkingapes.orgTalking Apes is a program of the nonprofit GLOBIO. 

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  • Creator
    GLOBIO
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Talking Apes
  • Show Website
    Talking Apes

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