Aquarium of the Podcific

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Aquarium of the Podcific

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

  1. JAN 15

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 11/13/2024

    The CELP Scholar Program

    The Aquarium’s CELP (Community, Equity, Learning, Persistence) Scholar Program seeks to broaden participation in marine sciences, help more students find their own community in STEM, and support students’ persistence in the field. This episode features Alie LeBeau, our Director of STEM Pathway Initiatives, and Leslie Nguyen, an Animal Care Specialist. Both Alie and Leslie are integral parts of the development of this scholarship and share more information on the program.   To learn more about our CELP Scholar Program, please visit pacific.to/celp   The Aquarium believes everyone is welcome in the work we do and strives to cultivate a workforce that reflects the diverse communities in which it is situated. Applicants of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status are welcome.   Additional resources: CELP Scholar Informational Webinar 2024 2024 Scholar Symposium – CELP Scholar Lightning Talks Support the CELP Scholar Program   Episode Transcript

    43 min

  5. 10/31/2024

    Halloween Special: Aquarium Ghost Stories

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

    21 min

  6. 07/10/2024

    How do you burp a crab?

    Did you know our crabs get burped? Now you do! It's time to burp the crabs and also listen to Aquarist Melissa talk about the Aquarium's spider crabs. Thank you for another fun season of Aquarium of the Podcific! Follow @podcific on Instagram for updates and more. We'll sea you soon! Episode transcript

    46 min

  7. 07/03/2024

    Low Tide: Young and the Nestless Update

    Aviculturist Ashley is back to update us on the latest shenanigans of the Aquarium's bird residents in a series we like to call "The Young and the Nestless".   This is a "Low Tide" episode! It's more relaxed, shorter, and maybe even a little sillier than normal. Enjoy!   Episode Transcript

    29 min

  8. 06/26/2024

    How do I get a job taking care of animals?

    We are often asked how to start a career in animal care, and today we are giving insight into traditional and non-traditional pathways to working in this amazing field. Spoiler alert: it’s a lot of hard but rewarding work. Brett Long, Senior Director of Birds/Amphibians/Mammals, joins us to share advice and stories from his decades-long career in animal care and husbandry.    Episode Transcript

    1h 9m
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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
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
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