Uproar - An Akron Zoo Podcast

Hosts: Zac Burkey, Randy Thomas, Sam James and Elena Bell
  • 5.0 (8)
  • NON-PROFIT
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

A podcast that gives our listeners a behind the scenes look at the zoo, our amazing animals, and the dedicated people that work here.

Episodes

  1. 04/10/2025

    Season 1 - Bonus Episodes

    Sit back and enjoy 3 bonus episodes! Learn more about horticulture, conservation, and hear more fun animal stories from around your Akron zoo!

    1h 10m
  2. Conservation Trips with Bob

    04/03/2025

    Conservation Trips with Bob

    This will be the last episode for season 1! Meet Bob Lessnau the zoos Chief Life Sciences Officer and listen to stories of his multiple conservation trips around the world! Join us in June for Season 2!

    23 min
  3. Conversation with the President/CEO

    03/27/2025

    Conversation with the President/CEO

    Meet Doug Piekarz, President & CEO of your Akron Zoo, and listen as he reminisces about his time here at the zoo!

    23 min
  4. Keeping the Zoo Working Safe

    03/20/2025

    Keeping the Zoo Working Safe

    Meet Brenna the zoo's Occupational Health & Safety Manager and listen to how the zoo keeps their employees safe.

    23 min
  5. Akron Zoo - More than just Animals

    03/13/2025

    Akron Zoo - More than just Animals

    Meet Julie Kline the zoo's Horticulture Manager and listen as she discusses about the importance of the diverse plant life here at the zoo!

    21 min
  6. Ambassador Animals

    03/06/2025

    Ambassador Animals

    Meet Autumn Russell the zoo's Senior Director of Education! She will be discussing our ambassador animal program.

    23 min
  7. Conservation at the Akron Zoo

    02/27/2025

    Conservation at the Akron Zoo

    Meet Carlos Rivera the zoo's Director of Conservation and learn about the zoo's conservation efforts!

    24 min
  8. Taking Care of a Bear

    02/20/2025

    Taking Care of a Bear

    Meet Keeper Jessica and listen to what it is like to take care of bears, Red Wolves, and coyotes!

    23 min
  9. My Journey

    02/13/2025

    My Journey

    Meet Linda Criss the zoo's Sr. VP and Chief Operating Officer, one of our most tenured employee. Listen as she discusses her time here at the zoo!

    23 min
  10. Small Animal, Huge Impact

    02/06/2025

    Small Animal, Huge Impact

    Meet Kathleen Balogh one of Akron Zoo's Animal Care Managers and listen how the Akron Zoo's huge impact with a small animal!

    23 min
  11. Welcome to Uproar!

    01/24/2025

    Welcome to Uproar!

    Meet the Akron Zoo's podcast team and explore what you have to look forward to in Season 1!

    20 min
  • 11 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

A podcast that gives our listeners a behind the scenes look at the zoo, our amazing animals, and the dedicated people that work here.

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  • Creator
    Hosts: Zac Burkey, Randy Thomas, Sam James and Elena Bell
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
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