Academic Animals - Behind The Scenes

Roger Farr
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This podcast is about the true-life stories of a professional animal trainer in the film business. Roger Farr shares the animal secrets and techniques that work like magic. While this is not a training manual, you'll certainly be entertained by it. It is a look into the adventures of working with animals in the movies.

  1. Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Christmas Season

    12/23/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Christmas Season

    Deck the halls with boughs of holly, 'tis the season to be jolly! Can you imagine him dressed up as Father Christmas or an elf just to be close to the animals? We sure do! Welcome to the Christmas episode of Academic Animals in which Roger looks back into his experiences with reindeers during projects for this joyful and lovely season.

    19 min
  2. Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - Tel Aviv

    12/16/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - Tel Aviv

    Roger met one of his longtime friends in a dog agility competition. This episode is about an experience with his friend Jan and his Saint Bernard dogs, a yogurt commercial, towels drenched in ice-cold water, and a trip from the Italian Alps all the way to Tel Aviv in Israel. Indeed, too many adventures!

    22 min
  3. Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Ups & Downs

    12/09/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Ups & Downs

    Roger recalls the ups and downs of his journey in the film industry working with different animals. Sometimes things go really well, exceptionally well, while others… don’t. But you know, it is just another day in the office!

    22 min
  4. Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - Hair, Makeup & Special Effects

    12/02/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - Hair, Makeup & Special Effects

    The film industry is all about having secrets and tricks up our sleeves. Hair, makeup, and special effects need them the most. In this episode, Roger reflects on how these three can work together with animals. Fast thinking is required to create these items for dogs, wolves, and monkeys! But also, taking care of animals while doing so, is a must!

    20 min
  5. Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Supermarket Trolley

    11/25/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Supermarket Trolley

    In this episode, you will know when and under what circumstances Roger’s wife gave birth to her daughter and how their baby ended up in a supermarket trolley. Roger also shares some of his first experiences working with mice, how he ingeniously created a rubber stamp for autographs, and how tricky dreams can be! Being a professional animal handler can sometimes feel like a roller coaster!

    15 min
  6. Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Bald Ostrich Saga

    11/18/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - The Bald Ostrich Saga

    After working for almost 3 decades with animals, there is still one thing Roger can’t quite prepare for, the unexpected. This is the story of a one-eyed bald ostrich that looked more like the turkey you’d see in a supermarket! Roger’s experience has brought him to resolve everything so creatively, in ways that you could not even imagine!

    16 min

  7. 11/11/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - Spike In The River

    This week’s episode will have you on the edge of your seat! Roger recalls a near-death experience with one dog. He could’ve had his last day in the office, but fortunately, he ended only with two torn biceps, but with a life-changing lesson.

    17 min
  8. Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - Dodgy Requests

    11/04/2021

    Academic Animals | Behind the Scenes - Dodgy Requests

    Some things aren’t what they seem. In this episode, Roger shares two very dodgy experiences he’s had in the industry. Yeah, you read that right! Fortunately, Roger knows how to drive through these awkward situations.

    15 min
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This podcast is about the true-life stories of a professional animal trainer in the film business. Roger Farr shares the animal secrets and techniques that work like magic. While this is not a training manual, you'll certainly be entertained by it. It is a look into the adventures of working with animals in the movies.

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