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Join hosts Erin Lundy and Madeline Walden on a deep dive of Aquarium of the Pacific animals, conservation efforts, careers, and more!

  1. Why Are Eels Long?

    12/02/2025

    Why Are Eels Long?

    Get ready to feel some eelings. In this episode of Aquarium of the Podcific, Aquarist Heidi takes listeners on a deep dive into the wonderfully weird world of eels, from “true” eels and their tube-sock vibes to the grandpa-faced wolf eels that only look like the real deal. Episode resources: ⁠⁠⁠Transcript⁠⁠⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠@podcific⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram!Email us at podcific@lbaop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Brooke’s Rockfish Survey Trip + VlogDragon Eel

    52 min
  2. Rewind: Ghost Stories

    10/31/2025 · BONUS

    Rewind: Ghost Stories

    Happy Halloween! In this episode from October 2024, Aquarium staff tell spooky stories of situations that can and can't be explained.   ⁠Episode Transcript

    21 min
  3. Monarch Butterflies

    10/15/2025

    Monarch Butterflies

    From milkweed munching caterpillars to stunning orange-winged travelers, learn why monarch butterflies are important and how you can help support these iconic pollinators in your own backyard. Animal Care Specialist Heather Cameron and Conservation Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Nygren- Burkert are here to teach us all about butterfly royalty. Episode resources: ⁠⁠Transcript⁠⁠Follow ⁠⁠@podcific⁠⁠ on Instagram!Email us at podcific@lbaop.org⁠Learn more about the North American Monarch Monitoring Project

    59 min
  4. New Exhibit: Our Living Coastline

    10/01/2025

    New Exhibit: Our Living Coastline

    Brooke Hernandez joins us today to discuss Our Living Coastline, the Aquarium's newest touch exhibit! Get the inside scoop on how this immersive, accessible habitat came to life and why it’s a must-see. Acronym Key: OLC: Our Living CoastlineGPO: Giant Pacific octopusAOP: Aquarium of the PacificAZA: Association of Zoos and Aquariums Episode resources: ⁠Transcript⁠Follow ⁠@podcific⁠ on Instagram!Email us at podcific@lbaop.orgLearn more about Our Living CoastlineBrooke’s Rockfish Survey Trip + VlogCrab Construction

    52 min

  5. 09/10/2025

    Conservation Catch Up

    We know we've been gone for so long, but it's for a good reason! Catch up on all of the amazing conservation the Aquarium has done this year with Johanna Hultberg, Conservation Manager of Fish & Invertebrates. Episode resources: TranscriptFollow @podcific on Instagram!Email us at podcific@lbaop.orgTidewater gobies news storyLearn more about the Aquarium's conservation efforts on our website

    37 min
  6. Photography at the Aquarium

    01/15/2025

    Photography at the Aquarium

    Today's episode features Robin Riggs, a charter volunteer and photographer at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Robin, who has been volunteering since before the Aquarium opened, captures stunning images of our animals. She discusses her transition from film to digital photography, the challenges of photographing animals in various exhibits, and the importance of animal welfare.  Episode resources: Follow @podcific on Instagram! Transcript 25th Anniversary Staff Photo Contest Winners Photographers Night (join us every October!)

    53 min
  7. Love & Life Beyond the Glass

    12/20/2024

    Love & Life Beyond the Glass

    Documentary Filmmaker Chris Stanford joins us to discuss his film, "Love and Life Beyond the Glass". The film showcases the relationship between staff and sea lions and plays daily in the Aquarium's Honda Pacific Visions Theater.   “This film shows what we do here at the Aquarium… Our staff and animals are the heart and soul of this place,” said Dr. Peter Kareiva, Aquarium of the Pacific president and CEO.   Episode resources: Follow @podcific on Instagram! Transcript "Love & Life Beyond the Glass" Info Trailer Sea Turtle Release Commercial Loggerhead Release

    48 min
  8. What's it like taking care of 12,000 animals?

    12/05/2024

    What's it like taking care of 12,000 animals?

    Dr. Lance Adams, Director of Veterinary Services at the Aquarium of the Pacific, discusses his 20+ year tenure and the diverse responsibilities of his role, including preventative care, quarantine, and managing over 12,000 animals. Episode resources: Follow @podcific on Instagram! Transcript Hyperbaric chamber video Veterinary Assistant Internship Veterinary Externship - Preceptorship Program Crab prosthetic story Donate to help us save sea turtles!

    1h 11m
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Join hosts Erin Lundy and Madeline Walden on a deep dive of Aquarium of the Pacific animals, conservation efforts, careers, and more!

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  • Creator
    Aquarium of the Pacific
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Aquarium of the Pacific
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