Podcasts about Calgary Zoo

Dateline: May 23, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with a quick catch up on meeeeeeee!Our headline story this week features three stories tied together to illustrate how easy it is for the anti-zoo movement to cause trouble online without any real reason, logic, or facts to go off of. We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from ZooWorld, Idaho Falls Zoo, Rosamond Gifford Zoo, the Museum of Life and Science, Calgary Zoo, Zoo Goerlitz, the Jacksonville Zoo, Tanganyika Wildlife Park, and Port Moresby Nature Park.We then say goodbye to animals from Mill Mountain Zoo, Ecotarium, Bergen County Zoo, and Point Defiance Zoo.We have additional Zoo News stories from the Cincinnati Zoo, Hogle Zoo, Elmwood Park Zoo, St. Louis Zoo, Racine Zoo, and the Memphis Zoo. Conservation News stories are about Mountain Pygmy Possums, white noise machines getting rid of bats, a new species of caterpillar, and more! And in Other News, we go back to baseball and also talk about parrot names. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Dateline: March 7, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with where I am now, and wondering why is it so cold?Our headline story is a look at Chappy, the seal pup rescued by Mystic Aquarium that came to national prominence before sadly passing away. What can we learn from all the things Mystic did so, so right? We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from Blank Park Zoo, the San Diego Zoo, Jacksonville Zoo, the Indianapolis Zoo, the London Zoo, and Wild Discovery! We say goodbye to beloved animals at Potawatomi Zoo, the Calgary Zoo, and the Toronto Zoo.The rest of our Zoo News stories feature items from the AZA, Zoos Victoria, Zoo Atlanta, Buttonwood Park Zoo, Roger Williams Park Zoo, and more! Then in Conservation News we discuss the latest Trump Administration decisions that affect conservation, some new rediscoveries of species, and the latest update on the quest to recreate the woolly mammoth. In Other News, we talk about a death that wasn't and also a look at how your house cat can be affected by HPAI in new and exciting ways! ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

In this next episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles' Sean McLean speaks to Theresa Roessel, the CFO of Canada Diagnostic Centres, about her 30-year career journey in finance. Theresa has led large global teams through strategic, collaborative leadership and proactive approaches to complex business issues. She has worked as CFO at the Calgary Zoo, as well as with CNOOC International. She also has served on the board of the Canadian Red Cross, among many others.In this conversation, Theresa shares her journey and discusses the leadership capabilities that have helped her succeed and navigate change, as well as how the finance function is adapting to evolving AI tools and capabilities, how her board experience has impacted how she approaches her executive mandates, and what organizations can do to build a more gender-diverse finance function. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit down with Brian Keating, a lifelong naturalist and explorer, to talk about what decades of adventures in nature can teach us about life. From birdwatching as a curious kid to leading conservation efforts at the Calgary Zoo, Brian shares fascinating stories and lessons learned along the way. We discuss the transformative power of connecting with nature, the mental clarity it provides, and why protecting intact ecosystems is more urgent than ever. Brian reflects on his experiences in the Arctic, the Rockies, and beyond, offering a unique perspective on the beauty and challenges of the wild. This conversation explores themes of personal growth, finding purpose, and how small moments—like watching a bird in your backyard—can lead to a lifetime of discovery. How To Connect: Jeff Humphreys - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jeffhumphreys.ca Brian Keating - www.goingwild.org Podcast Location - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.modelmilk.ca Podcast Production - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.shortlinecreative.com

Dateline: January 17, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with a quick look Look at what I have coming up soon with my gigging life, and also some exciting podcast news!Our headline story this week is about a new study showing that sea pens may not be the best option for cetaceans currently in human care. We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from The Prague Zoo, Lehigh Valley Zoo, Brevard Zoo, and Colchester Zoo! We say goodbye to beloved animals at WNC Nature Center, Beardsley Zoo, Zoo Knoxville, the Cincinnati Zoo, the Oklahoma City Zoo, and Elmwood Park Zoo. We also say goodbye to two amazing humans in the zoological world. The rest of our Zoo News stories feature items from the San Francisco Zoo, Henry Vilas Zoo, the Calgary Zoo, New England Aquarium, Zoo New England, and Highland Wildlife ParkThen in Conservation News we talk about a new species of pangolin, grizzly bear populations in the US, and how ShellBank is saving sea turtles. In Other News we tackle a CGI chimp, a viral video, and a tubby tabby.ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Mona Keith, Animal Care Supervisor at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo

Today, the Safari heads to Calgary to sit down with Lohwana Halaq to discuss her passionate work done with the Philippine Eagle Foundation in the hopes of saving this absolutely incredible bird species. The work done at this organization is amazing, and really looks at how a personal connection to an animal can help conservation efforts for it. EPISODE LINKS: @phileaglefdn on socials philippineeaglefoundation.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok rossifari.com patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod 

For many Canadians, it's becoming harder and harder to live within their means. The cost of living is high, groceries are expensive, so what can you do to improve your financial situation? We invited Bruce Sellery, the CEO of Credit Canada to share his top 3 ideas during November's Literacy Month! The Calgary Zoo has released the findings of an investigation into the death of one of their gorillas, and it shows the 2 year old western lowland gorilla's death was a tragic accident resulting from human error. Colleen Baird, Director of Animal Care, Health and Welfare at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo joined the show to tell us how the Zoo will ensure something like this doesn't happen again. And country music fans are two-stepping to the news that the Country Thunder music festival is back with a stellar lineup. We align the stars with Megan Benoit….

Dateline: November 15, 2024. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with my life. Yay. We then do a quick headline story about a study that looks at the best way to experience a zoo or aquarium. My guess is you won't be surprised. We then move on to our births section, including babies at Adventure Aquarium, Darling Downs Zoo, Gulf Breeze Zoo, and Brookfield Zoo. We also say goodbye to some incredible animals from the Edinburgh Zoo, the Columbus Zoo, the Calgary Zoo, and Cameron Park Zoo. We then move on to our other Zoo News stories.  This episode features stories from Edmonton Valley Zoo and the Toronto Zoo, The Bronx Zoo, Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, The North Carolina Zoo, the Maryland Zoo, Woodland Park Zoo, Cincinnati Zoo, and more. In Conservation News, we talk about the proposed new head of the EPA, why turtles being awesome is bad, the way AI is effecting the environment, and a debate about whether a species is back from extinction.In Other News, we talk about the tiger at the LSU game, the largest coral in the world, a marching zoo, and an update on the monkey escape from last week.

Body language speaks volumes! So, what information can we glean from the body language of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris during Tuesday night's U.S. Presidential Debate? We get some insight from ‘Body Language Analyst', Robyn Braley. Next, there's always something new at the Zoo! We catch up with Kayla Moad, Animal Care Specialist at the ‘Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo', to learn all about their new ‘guests', who just arrived from the San Diego Zoo, ‘Dalmation Pelicans'. Finally, ”They'll Sell You The Whole Seat, But You'll Only Need The Edge”! ‘Monster Jam' is rolling into Calgary this weekend! Ahead of the ‘high octane' show, we meet the driver of the iconic “Grave Digger” Monster Truck, Weston Anderson.

Calgary's housing market moves fast and whether you're buying or selling, you need to be armed with the best information possible. To break down the current real estate situation in the Calgary area, we invited Justin Havre, owner of “Justin Havre Real Estate Team with eXp Realty” to join the show and help us with what we need to know. Southcentre Mall has launched a new rooftop garden, and the vegetables and herbs harvested from it will help feed Calgary's less fortunate. I went on a field trip to check out Calgary's latest urban farming project. Up on the rooftop, I chatted with Alexandra Velosa, Marketing Manager at Southcentre Mall and Carmen Gray, Chief Urban Farmer in Calgary for Micro Habitat. Everyone loves a cute baby animal and there's some exciting news about a new addition at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo! Joining us on the show to chat about the new Humboldt penguin is Zookeeper Val Edwards.

Dateline: July 26, 2024. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with a quick update on my life and then head to our headline story, which is an interview this week! I talk to Paige Hale of the Georgia Aquarium about coral smuggling in the United States, and how a story about the Georgia Aquarium's efforts to assist the confiscated coral led to some very impressive national news coverage!  We then get into our births for the week including a tree kangaroo joey at Zoo Miami, a new red panda at the Chattanooga Zoo, a new zebra at Disney's Animal Kingdom, a really cool story about a Pittsburgh penguin (not a hockey player), and so much more! We also say goodbye to some incredible animals including a 7 year old polar bear at the Calgary Zoo, a Pallas' Cat at the Big Cat Sanctuary, a painted dog at the Dallas Zoo, and a beloved lion at the Hertfordshire Zoo.  We then move on to our other Zoo News stories.  We talk about a new fox at the Cincinnati Zoo, health concerns for two different red pandas, giant panda updates from Zoo Atlanta and the San Diego Zoo, a news story about two dogs becoming zoo guests, and a follow up on our April story about the leadership crisis at the San Francisco Zoo. In Conservation News, we talk about an influx of cetaceans in San Francisco Bay and what that might mean. ROSSIFARI LINKS:  www.rossifari.com  patreon.com/rossifari  @rossifari on socials  @rossifaripod on TikTok

On today's show: we hear more about the sudden death of a polar bear at the Calgary Zoo; we talk arena design before Calgary's new event centre look is published later today; and what's with all those colourful LEGO sculptures in downtown Calgary?

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Who doesn't love baby animals? Well, there's a new addition to the Wilder Institute / Calgary Zoo joining us to discuss the new addition is Mona Keith - Animal Care Supervisor with The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo.

The UN Security Council is backing the US' ceasefire resolution plan, but does it have the ability to enforce a ceasefire and end the conflict between Israel and the terrorist group Hamas? We get the latest from Robert Huish, Associate Professor in International Development Studies at Dalhousie University   Ever been disappointed when trying to find your favourite Alberta beer in another province? According to a new study, Interprovincial trade barriers are hurting Canadian businesses like our Provincial breweries. We get details on the research from Steve Globerman, Senior Fellow at the Fraser Institute. Finally, it was a birthday celebration like no other! We catch up with our good friends at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo for details on the festivities surrounding the 1st Birthday of Western Lowland Gorilla, Okabe.

Dateline: May 31, 2024. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!  We start off with a deep dive into a recent paper that was published looking at the effects of zoo and aquarium visits on attitudes and actions towards conservation.We then get into our births and deaths for the week, shared in a new way. Please let me know what you think! We then move on to our other Zoo News stories. We talk about the new red pandas coming to Lehigh Valley Zoo, the new giant pandas coming to Smithsonian's National Zoo, an incredible surgery done at Milwaukee County Zoo, an update on Siku the polar bear at the Calgary Zoo, an incredible story about a flamingo, a huge upgrade happening at the Perth Zoo, impromptu conservation work at Rosamond Gifford Zoo, a look at a cool new offering from The ABMA, and so much more! In Conservation News, we talk about a troubling occurrence in Mexico that can be traced directly to climate change, what the NATURE Scanner means to conservation work, an incredible rediscovery of a pangolin, and Report It Week! In Other News, we talk about a documentary called Queer Planet, a privately owned primate not going well (shocking, I know), and Raquinho the raccoon! ROSSIFARI LINKS: www.rossifari.com patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTokBirds of a Feather Talk TogetherA podcast all about birds. Two bird experts, John Bates and Shannon Hackett, educate...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Malayan tapir - they're cute, but also a bit weird looking and they are an exiting new arrival at the Wilder Institute / Calgary Zoo! Joining us to chat about the Weird and Wonderful World of Tapirs is Jennifer Godwin - Animal Care Manager at the Calgary Zoo / Wilder Institute

What does the change in season mean for the Calgary Zoo / Wilder Institute? Joining us to discuss is Caitlin Slade - Manager, Animal Care the Archibald Biodiversity Centre and the Wildlife Conservation Centre

The Alberta Access to Education Summit recently took place at the CNIB in Calgary. Community reporter Anna Kim shares some of her takeaways from the event. From the March 26, 2024, episode. She also gives details about the upcoming Easter Eggstravaganza at the Calgary Zoo! And she previews “The Magical Music of Harry Potter” at the WinSpear Centre in Edmonton. From the March 26, 2024, episode.

What are the objectives of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo in 2024? Joining us to chat about the Wilder Canada Action Plan is Steven Ross - Chief Development Officer Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Good morning.

What needs to be done to ensure Canada meets wildlife conservation and climate change goals? Joining us to discuss the importance and insights from the COP28 conference is Dr. Gráinne McCabe - Chief Conservation Officer at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo.

There is more than just Zoo Lights happening at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and this morning we are joined by Dr. Gráinne McCabe - Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo chief conservation officer to look back at the work they have done this year.

This episode is presented by Evertrue. Set yourself up for higher retention rates all year long by joining my free webinar with Evertrue on January 16th. RSVP at positiveequation.com/thanks.Are you ready to make your donors feel like the rockstars they are? This episode will show you how to ramp up your thank you game, making your donors feel valued, appreciated and most importantly, connected to your cause. We'll be sharing creative thank you strategies from the Calgary Zoo, Bentley University, and Cincinnati Children's that have left lasting impressions on their donors. Whether you're using personalized video messages or sending out thank you videos within hours of receiving a gift, these strategies will ensure your donors know just how much they mean to your organization.We'll also be diving into the power of video in forging an emotional connection with your donors - and trust us, it's more potent than you think! Witness the magic of Cincinnati Children's holiday video that featured children opening presents - a perfect example of how you can help donors visualize the impact of their contributions. You'll also hear my favorite tips on how to gather video content throughout the year and the importance of timeliness and preparation in thanking donors. Resources & LinksCheck out the featured Thank You Videos from the Calgary Zoo, Bentley University, and Cincinatti Children's. You can also search “Tip Top Tuesday” on YouTube to find more examples from Thankview.EverTrue Studios is like Netflix for fundraisers. Check out their catalog of on-demand documentaries and podcast episodes here.After GivingTuesday winds down, how can you set yourself up for higher retention rates all year long? Join my free webinar with EverTrue on January 16th to learn how to creatively use video campaigns, email, and direct mail to reengage your supporters! RSVP and start the New Year with me at positiveequation.com/thanks.Applications are now open for 5 organizations to join my Monthly Giving Mastermind program which starts in February! Ready to build a dedicated community of recurring donors to generate consistent revenue? Let's make it happen together. Learn more and apply here.Want to make Missions to Movements even better? Take a screenshot of this episode and share it on Instagram. Be sure to tag @positivequation so I can connect with you. Let's Connect! Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show! Head to YouTube for helpful digital marketing how-to videos and podcast teasers Want to book Dana as a speaker for your event? Click here!

The Wilder Institute / Calgary Zoo does incredible work in conservation and rehabilitation, so what exactly does it take to release animals to the wild? Graham Dixon-MacCallum - Conservation Research Population Ecologist at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo joined us to discuss.

What is the relationship between butterflies and ants? Joining us to discuss their half-moon hairstreak butterfly conservation project is Dr. James Glasier - Population Ecologist at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo.

The Calgary Zoo/Wilder institute is hosting a biodiversity festival. Laura Glick, Manager of Conservation Education at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo joins us to discuss.

WELCOME THE MWSA PODCAST FOR THURSDAY, AUGUST 17TH   According to a new study, a larger-than-average number of Canadians have died this year and the numbers were also trending higher in 2021 and 2022. So, what's behind this disturbing increase and how do these ‘stats' compare to other countries? We get some answers from Infectious Disease Researcher Tara Moriarty.   It's been a hot summer in the city of Calgary and while we all do what we can to ‘beat the heat', have you ever wondered how the animals ‘keep their cool' at the Zoo? We check in with Colleen Baird from the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to talk about the hot weather ‘challenges' faced by the residents of the zoo and what the ‘Keepers do to cool things down!   And finally, if you're a dog lover and you're interested in helping out a GREAT organization, we've got you covered! We learn all about PADS, the Pacific Assistance Dogs Society, which pairs people living with disabilities with a four-legged friend and helper! We speak with Meredith Areskoug from “PADS” about the current need for ‘foster homes' for dogs in training for the organization.

In this short special video episode, we take you on a journey across Alberta to visit the streets, buildings, and trails where season one of The Last of Us was filmed. This video is also available on YouTube right here: https://youtu.be/1bIaIFxB7ts All locations in order: - Joel and Sarah's Neighbourhood & Home - High River, AB - Lone Star Watch and Jewelry & Streets of Austin - Fort MacLeod, AB - Massachusetts State House - Alberta Legislature Building, Edmonton, AB - The Cumberland Farms - Priddis General Store, Priddis, AB - Lincoln, MA - High River, AB - Bridge Near Kansas City - Indian Battle Park, Lethbridge, AB - Barricade Near Kansas City - Calgary Airport Tunnel, Calgary, AB - Bloater Invasion Neighbourhood - Calgary, AB - Sam and Henry's Burial Site - Ranchland Inn/HWY 2, Nanton, AB - Bridge of Death - Canmore Engine Bridge, Canmore, AB - University of Eastern Colorado - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, Calgary, AB - Joel and Ellie's Hideout - Okotoks, AB - Silver Lake, CO - Waterton Lakes National Park, AB - Todd's Steakhouse - Lakeside Chophouse, Waterton, AB - Nabo the Masai Giraffe - Wilder Institute & Calgary Zoo, Calgary, AB - Jackson Lookout - Barrier Lake Lookout, Kananaskis, AB --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mgspodcast/message

On today's show: What a historic $23 Billion dollar compensation settlement means for First Nations children and families harmed by Canada's child welfare system; polar Bears are returning to the Calgary Zoo; and we speak with Folk Fest headliner Matt Mays.

This morning, we'll caught-up with our friends from the Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo and chat about the amazing conservation work happening in and around our city. This morning, we chatted with Caitlin Slade - Manager of Animal Care at the Archibald Biodiversity Centre & Wildlife Conservation Centre.

Once a month we join the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's Senior Manager of Conservation Operations to discuss the amazing conservation efforts happening in our city and province. Lea Randall is back with us this month to discuss frog ultrasounds!

On today's show: as Alberta pushes back against an upcoming federal emissions cap, we hear about the province's own emissions cap, which has been in place since 2016; we hear from two city councillors on whether or not council should increase the size of its membership; the Calgary Zoo's new Chief Conservation Officer tells us about the work she's doing here at home, and abroad, to save at-risk species.

What impact does horticulture have on conservation efforts? We'll discuss with Boyd Nave, Supervisor of Greenhouse Operations at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo joins us to discuss.

What do you know about the genetics of wildlife? We discuss with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's Senior Manager of Conservation Operations - Lea Randall.

How does the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo track animals that have be released back into the wild? With details about the work they do and how they keep tabs on animals in the wild, we spoke with Lea Randall - Senior Manager of Conservation Operations at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Good morning.

Today we caught up with Lea Randall - Senior Manager of Conservation Operations at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to discuss the important conservation efforts happening right here in our city!

Once a month we get to chat with Lea Randall - Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's Senior Manager of Conservation Operations, for insight into the conservation work happening right here in our city. Lea joined us this month with details on the annual Christmas Bird Count!

Newsflash: Edmonton ain't Toronto. And Leduc ain't Mississauga, either. Ryan and author Omar Mouallem open the show responding to a Toronto Life clickbait story that lit a fire under an entire province. READ THE PIECE (YEAH, WE'LL BITE) - https://torontolife.com/city/i-moved-to-alberta-and-hated-everything-about-it-after-three-months-i-came-back-to-toronto/ 0:48 | Have you signed up to play in, volunteer at, or sponsor the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, February 4, 2023? Register your team today to qualify for the early bird prize: $250 at Central Social Hall, $150 in Real Talk Pond Hockey beer bucks, $100 in Dairy Queen gift cards, and more! REGISTER: https://ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 2:50 | Omar Mouallem's one of the best storytellers in Canada. He joins Ryan in studio to discuss the Toronto Life hit job on Edmonton, his long-form investigative piece on a serial abuser at a Calgary junior high school, and his now-completed film, "The Lebanese Burger Mafia." READ OMAR'S PIECE IN MACLEANS: https://www.macleans.ca/longforms/monster-classroom-calgary-abuse/ CHECK OUT OMAR'S FILM: https://burgerbaronmovie.com/ 41:07 | Do you have mixed feelings about zoos? Dr. Clément Lanthier, CEO of the Wilder Institute and Calgary Zoo, explains how some zoos (including Calgary's) have evolved under a new mandate. We talk about unregulated "zoos," wildlife population rehabilitation, and a hundred other things. Make sure you check out this fascinating conversation with the president of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).  CHECK OUT THE WILDER INSTITUTE: https://wilderinstitute.org/ 1:12:25 | Ryan and John debrief after the conversation with Dr. Lanthier. Let us know what you took away from the interview: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:23:46 | Heading out to Jasper for the holidays? Make sure you check out this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper! Conditions are impeccable at Marmot Basin, Journey Bike Guides has new fat bike tours, and this year's Jasper in January is bigger and better than ever before!  PLAN YOUR JASPER GETAWAY: https://www.jasper.travel/january/ 1:27:38 | Fans of Ellen's longtime DJ Stephen "tWitch" Boss are mourning his death today. Johnny pays tribute to the popular and talented entertainer.  GET HELP WITHOUT JUDGEMENT: https://talksuicide.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen LIKE OUR TABLE? CHECK OUT URBAN TIMBER: https://www.urbantimber.ca/ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Giving Tuesday is around the corner, and with insight into the impact your dollars make with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, we are joined by Parul Singh, Development Officer of Annual Giving at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo.

After hearing Andrea's story about the accident her ex-husband had at the airport for WORST DATE WEDNESDAY...you may think twice about having All You Can Eat Ribs! Sexy things are about to happen at the Calgary Zoo. And preping the city as everyone gets ready for the World Cup.

We all know bears go into hibernation over the winter but what about our amphibian friends? Lea Randall, Senior Manager of Conservation Operations at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, joins us this month to discuss how the cold weather impacts the animals at the zoo!

Voters in the riding of Brooks-Medicine Hat have spoken and elected their new MLA, Premier Danielle Smith. We'll break down the results of the bye-election and get some insight as to what the future holds for each Party, as we move towards a Spring Provincial Election. We speak with Lisa Young, Professor of Political Sciences from the University of Calgary.   The mid-term elections also wrapped up south of the border on Tuesday. Who will control of the House and Senate and will the end result help to put an end to the ‘divisiveness' in the United States? We discuss with Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent with Global News.   We all know bears go into hibernation over the winter but what about our amphibian friends? We catch-up with Lea Randall of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to learn about a unique ‘version' of hibernation practiced by Frogs called “brumination”.   Finally, it's “Financial Literacy Month”. We continue our weekly series on the topic with Bruce Sellery, Financial Educator and CEO of “Credit Canada”. This time out, Bruce explains how to take your own personal “Financial Photograph” and why it's an important tool to help you reach your goals.

Sam and Calen chat about Sam's recent vacation and experience at the Calgary Zoo. They also discuss some frustrations around re-zoning, housing concerns, and their hopes for influencing a more happy and healthy Vancouver Island way of life.

The Jane Goodall Act will revolutionize animal welfare in institutions by revealing how accredited zoos, like the Toronto Zoo, prioritize animal welfare and conservation of their animals compared to roadside zoos and private owners of exotic animals such as big cats (tigers, lions, etc.), primates, and other animals that require trained zookeepers, veterinarians, and researchers that can care for the animals properly.    I am joined by Dolf DeJong (CEO of the Toronto Zoo), Grant Furniss (CEO of the Assiniboine Park & Zoo), Dr. Clement Lanthier (CEO of the Calgary Zoo), and Marty McKendry (Senior Advisor to Senator Klyne) to discuss why the Jane Goodall Act is important for animal welfare and conservation.   Link to the Jane Goodall Act: https://janegoodall.ca/take-action/the-jane-goodall-act/

On today's show, the House of Commons debated this week to lower the voting age to 16. We ask political scientist Valérie-Anne Mahéo what she thinks of the idea. Plus, avian flu is causing all kinds of problems in Alberta. We chat with Dr. Doug Whiteside, the Calgary Zoo's senior manager of animal health to find out how the zoo is protecting its birds, along with Jeff Notenbomer, a farmer and the chair of the Alberta Hatching Egg Producers. Also, should we control the Canada goose population? We ask Liz White, the president of the Animal Alliance of Canada and leader of the Animal Protection Party of Canada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When's the last time you went to the zoo? This week, Sonak Patel is joined by guest Jamie Dorgan of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to discuss the evolution of zoos and their role in biodiversity conservation.Program log.★ Support this podcast ★

Jamie Dorgan, Calgary Zoo, director of animal care, health and welfare

Matt Beauchamp is a married father of two and a former stay-at-home dad, turned full-time work-from-home dad. His day job is working as a Creative Content Manager for a PR company, but he's probably better known as Dashing Dad through his blog DashingDad.ca and his social media accounts. As Dashing Dad, Matt has written for Calgary Child, appeared on CTV Morning Live, come runner up for Best Blogger in the Best of Calgary Awards and is featured in “Top parenting blogs you should follow” lists across Canada. Matt has carved out a niche talking about the best things to do with your kids in and around Calgary and partnering with local businesses and attractions to host giveaways. In this episode: Jumping in and figuring things out as you go is a big part of parenting including the journey of being a stay-at-home dad. A creative outlet can be important as a parent and can also be a way to facilitate connections, growth, and new experiences! Reaching out to others can create a community of mutual support. If you ask, people are incredibly willing to help and to share their experiences and ideas. Connect with Matt: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dashingdad_yyc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dashingdadyyc Website: https://dashingdad.ca On this episode of The Part-Time Jungle Podcast, I had a great conversation with Matt about his journey as a stay-at-home dad and his transition to working from home full-time. We also chatted about his blog, DashingDad, and strategies that have helped him work successfully from home. Matt shared how reaching out to others and asking questions has been instrumental in his journey and in him being part of a community of mutual support. It was so much fun to shift gears and change “the rules” to talk about the fatherhood/work juggle! Matt is incredibly nice and super easy to talk to. I appreciated how open and honest he was about the initial fears and uncertainty he experienced as a stay-at-home dad. THE BEGINNING Matt and his wife have two children; a daughter who's almost four and a son who's just over a year. His stay-at-home dad journey started right after his wife's maternity leave with their first child. At the time, it just made sense that Matt would be the one that stayed home as he was working as a freelance writer. His wife had a full-time job and was making more money. Matt was able to still continue doing some freelance work while his daughter napped or in the evenings or on weekends. It was important to him and his wife that one of them stayed home with their daughter. ENJOYING BEING A STAY-AT-HOME DAD Looking back on that time, although it didn't come without its challenges, it was the probably the most enjoyable time Matt has had as a parent so far. He got to watch his daughter learn new things and he got to experience showing her new things as well. This was pre-COVID, of course, so they were able to get out everyday and go to places like the Calgary Zoo and Heritage Park. They also went swimming and to local parks. Matt says that it's hard to complain about getting out and going to do fun things with your daughter every day. He and his daughter created an amazing bond through this. SOME INITIAL FEAR When Matt reflected back on being a stay-at-home dad, he remembered that at first he felt afraid. This was during the initial transition of his wife being there all the time to his wife going back to work. He was worried that he would do something wrong. He wondered if his daughter was going to get bored. Was he going to get bored? What was he going to do when XYZ happened? Of course, what he found, just like everything in parenting, is that you just jump in and figure it out as you go. It ended up being amazing! Matt says that it's funny now, looking back on that, how nervous he was to be a stay-at-home dad. HAVING A PLAN One of the main strategies that helped Matt with his juggle as a stay-at-home parent was having a plan of people to see and things to d...