You Otter Know

Katie Stafford and Phil Wallace
  • 5.0 (7)
  • LIFE SCIENCES

A podcast to dive into all the weird and wonderful creatures of our world!

Episodes

  1. 05/31/2021

    Ep 11: All about Rise of the Planet of the Apes!

    *WARNING*: SPOILERS If you haven't yet watched the decade old movie Rise of the Planet of the Apes, be forewarned, we talk about it all! We're doing double duty this week with this episode functioning both as a breakdown/analysis of the movie Rise of the Planet of the Apes as well as Katie's final project for her Biological Anthropology in Pop-Culture class! With that being said, we're linking some specific studies that she references below. Listen to two Bay-Area natives complain that they would've known about that ape sanctuary in San Bruno or proudly exclaim "That's my airport" at the sight of SFO. Oh, and I guess we'll touch on the topic of speech in apes and dash the dreams of some olympic-hopeful discus throwing primates. All this and more on this episode of You Otter Know! PS we misspeak a couple times but here’s an easy break down: primates is the term that encompasses all apes, monkeys, lemurs, everyone. Monkeys and apes are further splits on the tree. Below is a link to understanding this breakdown better! https://www.diffen.com/difference/Ape_vs_Monkey Larynx evolution: https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article?id=10.1371/journal.pbio.3000764 Lip Smack Evolutionary Potential: https://warwick.ac.uk/newsandevents/pressreleases/chimpanzees_help_trace Female Chimp Social Dynamics in East Africa: http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.660.849&rep=rep1&type=pdf Chimp Stone Tool Throwing Techniques: https://www.nature.com/articles/srep22219 Comparison of Human Evolution and Chimpanzee Throwing Anatomy: https://scholar.harvard.edu/ntroach/evolution-throwing#:~:text=Humans%20are%20remarkable%20throwers%2C%20and,being%20incredibly%20strong%20and%20athletic.&text=These%20morphological%20changes%20are%20first,years%20ago%20in%20Homo%20erectus. An Easier Breakdown of Chimp Social Hierarchy for Our Non-Science Listeners: https://news.janegoodall.org/2018/07/10/top-bottom-chimpanzee-social-hierarchy-amazing/ Comparing and Contrasting Human and Chimp Walking: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/walking-chimps-move-surprisingly-similar-ways-humans-180956836/ If you've made it this far, please know that we appreciate you and we each pet Piper and Alucard in your honor As always, check us out on Instagram for pics and stay informed with updates on Twitter at @UOtterKnowCast Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    1h 42m

  2. 05/20/2021

    Ep 10: Floridian Fowl, Miniscule Mammals, and Maternal Mongooses!

    Join us on this animal-packed episode! So many! With our special guest Katie's mom, Mary!  As always, check us out on Instagram for pics and stay informed with updates on Twitter at @UotterKnowCast Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    1h 33m

  3. 04/26/2021

    Ep 09: Interesting Eating Habits

    We're back...again! This time the gang is back to recording together in person (safely) in the lovely outdoors just like the old days!  This week we beat our own record for number of tangents, but nonetheless we're bringing you some goofs and gaffs while talking about animals with interesting eating/drinking habits!  As always, check us out on Instagram for pics and stay informed with updates on Twitter at @UotterKnowCast Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    1h 45m

  4. 02/06/2021

    Ep 8: Strange Mating Rituals

    Welcome back for another very special episode all about strange and unique mating behaviors in animals! Our good friend and science lover Dan is back again with some great insights and anecdotes from his studies! the Hank Green song about Anglerfish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t7E4amWDqI Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @UOtterKnowCast Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    1h 9m

  5. 01/24/2021

    Ep 7: We’re back, bayBEE!

    We're back! After a bit of a haitus, were here to bring you some info on some wonderful pollenators! This week we have our very first mystery guest: our good friend Dan! He's bringing a lot of info from the experts he's worked closely with to show us how to really do an educational podcast. It's good to be back! So buckle in for this very special two-part episode! Follow our socials!  Instagram and Twitter: @UOtterKnowCast Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    1h 1m

  6. 10/24/2020

    Ep 6: Spooky Fish and Murder Grocery Bags

    Today we’re all over the place, ranting about Jurassic park and talking about some spooky aquatic ghosts, one of which disguises itself as a very spooky grocery bag. Check out our social media at @uotterknowcast on twitter and instagram! Also check out our discord server! Join at https://discord.gg/673zbw If you’re still not sick of us yet, we’d love to hear from you so send an email saying hi to uotterknowcast@gmail.com. We also talk a little about our experiences with mental illness. Some resources to check out are: The Suicide Prevention Hotline call or chat to talk to someone when you may need it most. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Get help finding resources and groups in your area. National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml Another great resource to find resources and learn more about mental health itself. Unfortunately these are US based resources only. Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    1h 13m

  7. 10/17/2020

    Ep 5: Parasites.... gettin' busy!

    Welcome to week two of Spooky Month™! We're learning about some extremely creepy critters this episode! (a bit of a content warning for those of you who are squeemish about bugs, by the way). We'll be talking about a bird that's wanted by the law for having a VERY specific craving and an insect that takes control over its prey and has a knack for redecorating. Wild stuff!  As always, follow our socials for cool pics and updates! Twitter and Instagram: @uotterknowcast Send us suggestions/fan mail/vintage memes at email: uotterknowcast@gmail.com Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    56 min

  8. 10/10/2020

    Ep 4: Edward Cullen & Vlad Tepes

    Greetings ghosts and ghouls! This episode kicks off spooky month where we'll be focusing on some particularly frightening animals! Or maybe animals that just have spooky names? Either way, turn off the lights, grab an obscene amount of candy corn, and buckle in as we tell you some facts that'll make your teeth chatter! Follow our socials for cool pics and updates! Twitter and Instagram: @uotterknowcast Send us suggestions/fan mail/hate mail at email: uotterknowcast@gmail.com Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    48 min

  9. 10/03/2020

    Ep 3: Bloody Tears, A Midnight Snacc, and Breaking the Glass Ceiling

    Enjoy a Bonus Jonas™ with THREE animals this week! Learn about some spooky lizard abilities, a cute-sounding but terrifying sea creature, and a reptilian imposter! Follow our socials for cool pics and updates! Twitter and Instagram: @uotterknowcast Send us suggestions/fan mail/hate mail at email: uotterknowcast@gmail.com  Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    48 min

  10. 09/26/2020

    Ep 2: Screeches & Markings

    Screech for joy with our newest episode focusing on some giant water weasels and spooky nocturnal raptors and the lore that grew around them as humans continued their silly attempt to Understand the Creatures Around Them™!  Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    42 min

  11. 09/19/2020

    Ep 1: Murders & Tools

    Listen into facts about a cool primate and some fascinating bird behavior! Send us suggestions or your favorite stick tool recipe at : Twitter and Instagram: @uotterknowcast email: uotterknowcast@gmail.com Join our discord where you can chat with us and fellow listeners, ask us animal questions that we'll try to answer on the show, and suggest new topics! https://discord.gg/XR8UMsCq Artwork by Graphic Designer, Delusional Artist, Benevolent Dungeon Mister, and Executive Producer: Sleep and Sketch Ink IG: @SleepAndSketch_Ink

    55 min
  • 11 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
7 Ratings

About

A podcast to dive into all the weird and wonderful creatures of our world!

Information

  • Creator
    Katie Stafford and Phil Wallace
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Katie Stafford and Phil Wallace
  • Show Website
    You Otter Know