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Dateline: April 4, 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 update on me and a story about how I saved a beaver this week. Totally good normal stuff.We then get to two headline stories: one looking at how recent Executive Orders can affect the Smithsonian's National Zoo, and zoos and aquariums in general; and then as a pallet cleanser, a look at some of the best April Fool's posts from facilities we all love! We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from Colchester Zoo, Long Island Aquarium, Hertfordshire Zoo, Altina Wildlife Park, Zoo Miami, Opel Zoo, The Alaska Zoo, and Longleat. We say goodbye to beloved animals at Brevard Zoo, Gladys Porter Zoo, Columbus Zoo, Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium, the Detroit Zoo, and the Nashville Zoo. The rest of our Zoo News stories feature items from the New Zoo, Duke Lemur Center, the San Antonio Zoo, SeaLife Sydney, and more.Then in Conservation News we have good and bad news for wolves and a look at a recent bust in the illegal wildlife trade. In Other News, we talk about dogs.ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

President Donald Trump has threatened the federal funding and jobs of institutions and individuals that document, archive, and analyze historical materials. On March 27, 2025, Trump signed “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” an executive order that directs Vice President JD Vance to eliminate "divisive race-centered ideology" from Smithsonian museums, educational and research centers, and the National Zoo and to “restore” American history. While Trump has framed these actions as “efficiency” measures or removing bias in favor of women and underrepresented minorities, they are better understood as removing professionals who preserve the images and documents that politicians and public officials use to create powerful narratives. Today's guests are two historians featured in a Washington Post article on the firing of federal historians and the new oral history project designed to capture the history of federal firings, layoffs, and the current work climate. Dr. Jason Chernesky is a historian of medicine, public health, and environmental history whose research focuses on child health issues in the United States. Jason was the historian for the Food and Drug Administration until receiving a termination letter in February 2025. He is now on temporary administrative leave and the creator of the emergency oral history project. Dr. Beth English is the Executive Director of the Organization of American Historians. Her research and teaching focus on the historical and contemporary labor movement, working-class issues, globalization, deindustrialization, and women in the workplace. She is the author of A Common Thread: Labor, Politics, and Capital Mobility in the Textile Industry, and co-editor of Global Women's Work: Perspectives on Gender and Work in the Global Economy. Beth has contributed to the Washington Post, NPR, Vox, Huffington Post, The New Republic, and other media outlets. Mentioned in the podcast: OAH's Emergency Oral History Project for federal workers (fired, on leave, or currently working) Gift link to the Washington Post article by Kyle Swenson about the oral history project “Origins of the FDA History Office” on the FDA website Organization of American Historians (OAH)'s Records at Risk Data Collection Initiative for individuals to report removed or changed material Arlington National Cemetery website removes histories highlighting Black, Hispanic, and women veterans Joint statement from the American Historical Association and Organization of American Historians Previous Postscripts with historian Dr. Wendy Rouse (Donald Trump is Erasing History – and what YOU can do about it) and executive directors of AHA and OAH, Drs. Jim Grossman and Beth English (Postscript: Not a Matter of Left or Right: Historians Fighting Censorship) Donate to the Emergency Oral History Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

President Donald Trump has threatened the federal funding and jobs of institutions and individuals that document, archive, and analyze historical materials. On March 27, 2025, Trump signed “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” an executive order that directs Vice President JD Vance to eliminate "divisive race-centered ideology" from Smithsonian museums, educational and research centers, and the National Zoo and to “restore” American history. While Trump has framed these actions as “efficiency” measures or removing bias in favor of women and underrepresented minorities, they are better understood as removing professionals who preserve the images and documents that politicians and public officials use to create powerful narratives. Today's guests are two historians featured in a Washington Post article on the firing of federal historians and the new oral history project designed to capture the history of federal firings, layoffs, and the current work climate. Dr. Jason Chernesky is a historian of medicine, public health, and environmental history whose research focuses on child health issues in the United States. Jason was the historian for the Food and Drug Administration until receiving a termination letter in February 2025. He is now on temporary administrative leave and the creator of the emergency oral history project. Dr. Beth English is the Executive Director of the Organization of American Historians. Her research and teaching focus on the historical and contemporary labor movement, working-class issues, globalization, deindustrialization, and women in the workplace. She is the author of A Common Thread: Labor, Politics, and Capital Mobility in the Textile Industry, and co-editor of Global Women's Work: Perspectives on Gender and Work in the Global Economy. Beth has contributed to the Washington Post, NPR, Vox, Huffington Post, The New Republic, and other media outlets. Mentioned in the podcast: OAH's Emergency Oral History Project for federal workers (fired, on leave, or currently working) Gift link to the Washington Post article by Kyle Swenson about the oral history project “Origins of the FDA History Office” on the FDA website Organization of American Historians (OAH)'s Records at Risk Data Collection Initiative for individuals to report removed or changed material Arlington National Cemetery website removes histories highlighting Black, Hispanic, and women veterans Joint statement from the American Historical Association and Organization of American Historians Previous Postscripts with historian Dr. Wendy Rouse (Donald Trump is Erasing History – and what YOU can do about it) and executive directors of AHA and OAH, Drs. Jim Grossman and Beth English (Postscript: Not a Matter of Left or Right: Historians Fighting Censorship) Donate to the Emergency Oral History Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

President Donald Trump has threatened the federal funding and jobs of institutions and individuals that document, archive, and analyze historical materials. On March 27, 2025, Trump signed “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” an executive order that directs Vice President JD Vance to eliminate "divisive race-centered ideology" from Smithsonian museums, educational and research centers, and the National Zoo and to “restore” American history. While Trump has framed these actions as “efficiency” measures or removing bias in favor of women and underrepresented minorities, they are better understood as removing professionals who preserve the images and documents that politicians and public officials use to create powerful narratives. Today's guests are two historians featured in a Washington Post article on the firing of federal historians and the new oral history project designed to capture the history of federal firings, layoffs, and the current work climate. Dr. Jason Chernesky is a historian of medicine, public health, and environmental history whose research focuses on child health issues in the United States. Jason was the historian for the Food and Drug Administration until receiving a termination letter in February 2025. He is now on temporary administrative leave and the creator of the emergency oral history project. Dr. Beth English is the Executive Director of the Organization of American Historians. Her research and teaching focus on the historical and contemporary labor movement, working-class issues, globalization, deindustrialization, and women in the workplace. She is the author of A Common Thread: Labor, Politics, and Capital Mobility in the Textile Industry, and co-editor of Global Women's Work: Perspectives on Gender and Work in the Global Economy. Beth has contributed to the Washington Post, NPR, Vox, Huffington Post, The New Republic, and other media outlets. Mentioned in the podcast: OAH's Emergency Oral History Project for federal workers (fired, on leave, or currently working) Gift link to the Washington Post article by Kyle Swenson about the oral history project “Origins of the FDA History Office” on the FDA website Organization of American Historians (OAH)'s Records at Risk Data Collection Initiative for individuals to report removed or changed material Arlington National Cemetery website removes histories highlighting Black, Hispanic, and women veterans Joint statement from the American Historical Association and Organization of American Historians Previous Postscripts with historian Dr. Wendy Rouse (Donald Trump is Erasing History – and what YOU can do about it) and executive directors of AHA and OAH, Drs. Jim Grossman and Beth English (Postscript: Not a Matter of Left or Right: Historians Fighting Censorship) Donate to the Emergency Oral History Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

President Donald Trump has threatened the federal funding and jobs of institutions and individuals that document, archive, and analyze historical materials. On March 27, 2025, Trump signed “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” an executive order that directs Vice President JD Vance to eliminate "divisive race-centered ideology" from Smithsonian museums, educational and research centers, and the National Zoo and to “restore” American history. While Trump has framed these actions as “efficiency” measures or removing bias in favor of women and underrepresented minorities, they are better understood as removing professionals who preserve the images and documents that politicians and public officials use to create powerful narratives. Today's guests are two historians featured in a Washington Post article on the firing of federal historians and the new oral history project designed to capture the history of federal firings, layoffs, and the current work climate. Dr. Jason Chernesky is a historian of medicine, public health, and environmental history whose research focuses on child health issues in the United States. Jason was the historian for the Food and Drug Administration until receiving a termination letter in February 2025. He is now on temporary administrative leave and the creator of the emergency oral history project. Dr. Beth English is the Executive Director of the Organization of American Historians. Her research and teaching focus on the historical and contemporary labor movement, working-class issues, globalization, deindustrialization, and women in the workplace. She is the author of A Common Thread: Labor, Politics, and Capital Mobility in the Textile Industry, and co-editor of Global Women's Work: Perspectives on Gender and Work in the Global Economy. Beth has contributed to the Washington Post, NPR, Vox, Huffington Post, The New Republic, and other media outlets. Mentioned in the podcast: OAH's Emergency Oral History Project for federal workers (fired, on leave, or currently working) Gift link to the Washington Post article by Kyle Swenson about the oral history project “Origins of the FDA History Office” on the FDA website Organization of American Historians (OAH)'s Records at Risk Data Collection Initiative for individuals to report removed or changed material Arlington National Cemetery website removes histories highlighting Black, Hispanic, and women veterans Joint statement from the American Historical Association and Organization of American Historians Previous Postscripts with historian Dr. Wendy Rouse (Donald Trump is Erasing History – and what YOU can do about it) and executive directors of AHA and OAH, Drs. Jim Grossman and Beth English (Postscript: Not a Matter of Left or Right: Historians Fighting Censorship) Donate to the Emergency Oral History Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Waldman delivers us to the end of the week. Anyone not detained this weekend for acts of dispatriotism can meet back here on Monday. Russia seems to use David's random country generator to pick out its disinformation targets. Today it's Austria! SignalGate! It turns out that you can get in a lot of trouble for accidentally adding a reporter to a group email. “You” are not, however, one of the morons on the Houthi PC Small Group chat. Those folks are in a special protected class of super-morons. The more stupidity linked to them, such as public Venmo accounts with payments to eggplants, the more they are called out, such as Senator Tammy Duckworth calling Pete Hegseth “a f*cking liar” who needs to resign in disgrace, the more Donald K. Trump will defend them and lock down Gops from doing anything about it. Hillary Clinton writing an op-ed for the Times has secured Pete Hegseth the job for life. Trump is afraid of confrontation and making any decisions tougher than picking out colors anyhow. Elise Stefanik, on the other hand, isn't that much of a dangerous idiot to become concerned about. Trump figured that she could break just as much stuff if she kept her old job. Trump is cutting the “racial stuff” from the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and “gender” from the American Women's history museum, as well as “improper ideology” from the National Zoo. Thinking incorrectly at a university can earn you a free sightseeing trip in an unmarked van with a canvas bag on your head.  Trump's sister declared the immigration law he used “unconstitutional”. While we're talking about Trumps, Vanessa Trump is in a relationship with Tiger Woods! Yep, Vanessa sure has a thing for those “bad boys”… Wait, who is Vanessa Trump?

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Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, Blue Moon Spirits Fridays, is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, it is so on point in MAGA World that when a man like Mike Walz screws up royally, a woman like Elise Stefanik will lose her cabinet job.Then, on the rest of the menu, the hosts on San Francisco Bay Area sports radio titan KNBR fired back at the ‘racist' Homeland Security ads airing on their station; the first Black Speaker of the House in Virginia's 405-year history was barred from entering a high school to give a presentation because “he was not vetted properly;” and, Trump signed a late night executive order to "eliminate improper, divisive, or anti-American ideology" from museums, research libraries and the National Zoo, because of the longtime KKK/ white nationalist screed that “race is a biological reality.”After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where two more journalists were detained in Istanbul as part of a crackdown on media covering Turkey's largest protests in more than a decade; and, the German and Austrian interior ministers broke off a planned trip to Syria because of a possible threat to their delegation.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“Structural linguistics is a bitterly divided and unhappy profession, and a large number of its practitioners spend many nights drowning their sorrows in Ouisghian Zodahs.” ― Douglas Adams "The Restaurant at the End of the Universe"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

The Smithsonian Institution has a long history as an iconic museum and hub of research, knowledge, and history in our Nation's Capital and beyond. Nowadays, the Smithsonian has grown to encompass 21 museums, 40 research centers and the National Zoo. It's the world's largest education and research community - and now they are working with communities across the country, collaborating with rural America, and giving back.  Andy Mink is their first director of rural initiatives and he joins the show to share his vision of showcasing storytelling, belonging insecurity, and mutual respect.

Dateline: February 21, 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 story about my time on SNL. We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from Hogle Zoo, Zoo Tampa, the Perth Zoo, Smithsonian's National Zoo, and Zoo Miami. We say goodbye to beloved animals at Zoo Boise, the Chattanooga Zoo, The Denver Zoo, Paignton Zoo, the Oakland Zoo, and a surprising and amusing farewell.The rest of our Zoo News stories feature items from Milwaukee County Zoo, the Auckland Zoo, the Fort Worth Zoo, the Philadelphia Zoo, as well as a look at the Top 10 Zoos voting from USA Today and a look at grief. Then in Conservation News we discuss Celebrity Jeopardy and two conservation stories from Scotland. In Other News we talk about pet microchips. ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Birds of a Feather Talk TogetherA podcast on The Feather Thief - a true crime museum heist in search of bird feathersListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Dateline: February 14, 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 update about the SAFE Red Panda plan.Our headline story this week is...well, I'm not going to spoil it. But it's a STORY, y'all!We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from the Oregon Zoo, Shreveport Aquarium, Metro Richmond Zoo, Mystic Aquarium, and Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.We say goodbye to beloved animals at Elmwood Park Zoo, the Adelaide Zoo, the Tulsa Zoo, the Naples Zoo, ZooAtlanta, and Smithsonian's National Zoo.The rest of our Zoo News stories feature items from Sedgwick County Zoo, Phoenix Zoo, Bronx Zoo, the San Francisco Zoo, and more.Then in Conservation News we have the latest ways Trump is trying to destroy environmental protections, jaguar migration, a look at the tiger population of India, an extension of the ivory ban in the UK, some concerning news about monarch butterflies, and one way climate change is actually a positive.In Other News we talk about pinnipeds in beds and such.  ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Birds of a Feather Talk TogetherA podcast on The Feather Thief - a true crime museum heist in search of bird feathersListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Brandie Smith is the John and Adrienne Mars Director of the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. In an episode of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations," she talks about the history of the giant pandas first arriving in the United States in the early 1970s as a state gift from China, the National Zoo's wider conservation efforts, and what it's like to oversee the return of the popular pandas to the capital. This interview was recorded January 13 in Washington DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Behind The Scenes At Westminster Quite possibly the largest dog show in the world, Westminster takes place Monday and Tuesday. Connie Newcomb takes us backstage and tells us what the public doesn't see. What are some people willing to do to win? Listen Now Westminster Hospitality The yearly tradition continues as Jerry Grymeck, the concierge at Hotel Penn in New York, tells us what strange requests he's getting from the Westminster show dogs and their owners. The Hotel Penn is where many of the primped pooches stay for world-famous dog shows. Listen Now Cancer, Not A Death Sentence As many as 70% of our pets will get cancer. But with medical technology advances, we can now treat our pets like we treat humans. And dogs can withstand chemotherapy better than humans. The founder of the Animal Cancer Foundation, Dr. Gerald Post, reminds us that information is the best weapon against this ugly disease. Listen Now Apps for Apes Workers in the Great Ape House at the Smithsonian's National Zoo have found a new, socially engaging outlet for their six orangutans: an iPad. Animal Keeper Becky Malinsky says the idea comes from a non-profit called Apps for Apes, which uses the program in 13 other zoos worldwide. Malinsky says the National Zoo started last year with a donated iPad, and their orangutans' repertoire has now grown to more than ten apps, including musical instruments and cognitive games. Listen Now Your Pet's Poop Is Guide To Health Your dog or cat's poop is a kind of Google on your pet's health. Picking it up isn't only is the neighborly thing to do; it's for the best interest of all pets in the community. According to Veterinary Parasitologist Dr, there are some potential health issues for people. Dwight Bowman, including roundworm, salmonella, and whipworm, which can be spread to other dogs, even the parvovirus, to those not vaccinated. Listen Now Read more about this week's show.

On the Main Street interviews, more Jack Nicholson style quotes, alert and disoriented, there's an art to bullshitting, grocery store idiots, another night guard bites the dust, pandas and politics, here we are edutain us, another new entertaining horror film, a new documentary on the O.J. Simpson investigation, some thoughts on the evidence, the glove did fit, the tragedy of Ronald Goldman, and a great song from 1994. Stuff mentioned: Dumb and Dumber (1994), Gipsy Kings "Bamboléo" (1987), Megalopolis (2024), Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute Giant Panda Cam (https://nationalzoo.si.edu/webcams/panda-cam), Bone Face (2025), Bloody Axe Wound (2024), Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey? (2024), American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson (2025), The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad (1988), William Shakespeare The Tragedie of Macbeth (1623), Elvis Costello "You Tripped at Every Step" (1994), and Elvis Costello Brutal Youth (1994).

Did you know that coffee agriculture has a huge impact on birds? It's true. In this episode, we hear from Kirstin Hill, the Program Manager at Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, Migratory Bird Center, and migrate into the fascinating world of Bird Friendly coffee. If listeners are interested in local coffee shops, nature centers, or stores carrying bird-friendly certified coffee, use the postcard link below. Smithsonian Bird Friendly Smithsonian Bird Friendly on X @smbc Smithsonian Bird Friendly on Facebook Postcard & QR Code for Coffee Shops, ETC *** This podcast is created and recorded by Candi Lynn Fite Podcast artwork is created by Candi Lynn Fite Music: "Beautiful Rainbow" by Victor Music, Music Standard License with Envato Market

United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about the latest after Donald Trump returned to The Oval Office and Washington DC's National Zoo officially debuting a pair of furry diplomats.

Today on America in the Morning   ICE Enforcement Underway Immigration enforcement raids taking place over the weekend in a few U.S. cities, all part of the Trump administration's promise to begin mass deportations of migrants with criminal backgrounds in the country illegally. John Stolnis with more on the raids and a political battle with Colombia over migrants.     Trump Wants To “Clean Out” Gaza President Trump is asking countries in the Middle East to help "Clean Out" Gaza as the cease fire agreement continues to play out between Israel and Hamas. However, as correspondent Clayton Neville reports, both Egypt and Jordan are both not in favor of the proposal.   CIA On COVID Origins Ever since it arrived on our shores, the CIA has believed that COVID-19 most likely originated from a laboratory in Wuhan, China, but they're not so sure of their own findings. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.    Fixing FEMA President Trump has signed an executive order aimed at revamping the Federal Emergency Management Agency, in the latest sign he's seeking to change how FEMA handles disasters that strike the nation.     SCOTUS To Hear Oklahoma School Case The US Supreme Court announced it will take up the case in Oklahoma of a fight over public funding for a religious school. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.    Paying For TikTok Even though it's still legal for now, cellphones previously loaded with TIKTOK are now sprouting up for sale, and some cost more than a house. Lisa Dwyer reports.       Border Czar On Immigration Immigration enforcement is in full swing with ICE agents heading into a number of cities to arrest illegal migrants. The first two planeloads were being sent to Columbia, but that nation's president refused to allow the flight to land, which led to President Trump enacting immediate 25 percent tariffs on Columbian goods entering the US, before rescinding that order last night after a compromise was reached. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.    Latest On The California Wildfires Rain in Southern California is posing new challenges for a region dealing with deadly and destructive wildfires. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the change in weather followed a stormy exchange between President Trump and the Mayor of Los Angeles.     Arrest In Border Agent Killing An arrest has been made following the killing of a Vermont Border Patrol Agent, gunned down during a traffic stop near the US-Canadian border. Lisa Dwyer has the details of two people who were no strangers to law enforcement.     Extension Of Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire The White House announced that a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended into next month.     Reaction To IG Dismissals President Trump's sudden firing of more than a dozen inspectors general is receiving mixed reaction on Capitol Hill. Correspondent Bob Brown explains.    Alaskans Unsure Of Name Change Despite the executive order that changes the name of Mount Denali back to Mount McKinley, it appears that many Alaskans say they are not in favor of the new-old name. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.    New Trump Aid Plan The Trump administration is urging the U.S. Agency for International Development workers to follow new guidelines to transform how Washington allocates aid around the world in line with the president's “America First” policy.       Finally   Last year, Washington, DC's National Zoo returned the three giant pandas they were loaned back to their native China when an agreement between the two nations expired. As correspondent Haya Panjwani reports, two new pandas were sent back to America, and made their Nation's Capital debut to a happy and excited crowd.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#NationalPeanutButterDay; New Rules for Spirit Airlines; Pandas Returns to National Zoo; Skyline Ice Cream and Food News; Gunfire over cold fries; Gun fire over thrown snowball; Bathroom Anxiety; Current Events Quiz for a Evening Edge Jackpot Coffee Mug; clip from the band Whiskey Brisket

Trump arrives in California to tour wildfire damage. The White House says deportations have begun aboard military planes. Donald Trump's relationship with Kim Jong Un is explored by Will Ripley. And, giant pandas make their debut at Smithsonian's National Zoo in the U.S. All that and more, with Jessica Dean, in for Julia Chatterley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Smithsonian National Zoo is debuting its new panda exhibit today, featuring the two pandas that arrived from China last year. Also, NBC News national political correspondent, Steve Kornacki breaks down the final NFL matchup's that will decide the Superbowl. Plus, NBC's consumer investigative correspondent Vicky Nguyen shares the benefits of buying a car in the winter if you prepare and avoid costly mistakes.

President Trump surveys disaster zones in NC & CA, says he is considering 'getting rid of FEMA' and wants conditions on aid to CA; Vice President JD Vance speaks to the anti-abortion "March for Life" rally in DC; Senate may be in session this weekend to confirm nominees for Defense Secretary and Homeland Security Secretary; interview with Vox's Dylan Matthews on President Trump's plans not to spend money authorized by Congress, known as 'impoundment' (24); Govs. Sanders (R-AR) & Beshear (D-KY) and head of the European Central Bank on President Trump's threat of tariffs; giant pandas debut at National Zoo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - SARAH GABEL SIEFERT - (s-EYE-fert) - President and co-founder of EveryLife , a pro-life diaper company – discussed March for Life and EveryLife’s Make More Babies campaign. WEBSITE: www.everylife.com EveryLife is the nation’s only prolife diaper company. EveryLife counts it a privilege to donate diapers and wipes to crisis pregnancy centers in urgent need. EveryLife is also proud to financially support Live Action and its impactful educational content that plays a pivotal role in helping parents choose life. Giant pandas to debut at National Zoo in Washington: Here's how to plan your visit House with 25-foot shark coming out of roof now accepting renters after years-long battle with town: ‘Ponder its deeper meanings’ WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - BRAM WEINSTEIN - (wine-stine) – Play by Play Announcer for the Washington Commanders and ESPN 630 host to preview this weekend’s game against the Eagles Woman goes off on TikTok about Trump ending her "environmental justice" gig with his DEI ban Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, January 24, 2025 / 7 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - MAURA JUDKIS - Washington Post reporter - talked about the pandas back at the National Zoo! Maura Judkis: Pandas are our laziest celebrities. So why can’t we get enough? Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, January 24, 2025 / 8 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: WMAL GUEST: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - MAURA JUDKIS - Washington Post reporter - talked about the pandas back at the National Zoo! Maura Judkis: Pandas are our laziest celebrities. So why can’t we get enough? DAILY MAIL: Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff navigate grocery store on return to civilian life amid rumors of marriage strain‘ Don’t Write About the Laptop, Don’t Talk About the Laptop’: Ace Reporters Claim Politico Killed Negative Biden Stories WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - MATT FOLDI - Editor in Chief of the DC Reporter and reporter for The Spectator – discussed the latest news on Trump’s confirmations and the JFK Files. SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/MatthewFoldi Senate to vote on Hegseth confirmation as defense secretary as Democrats continue to raise concerns YESTERDAY: Senate advances Hegseth nomination; Collins, Murkowski vote ‘no’ Foldi Exclusive about Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, January 24, 2025 / 8 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dateline: January 24, 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 by welcoming a new Patron, and discussing the Patron sticker program! Our headline story this week is me ranting about politics. You can skip to 14 minutes and 10 seconds in to avoid it. We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from The Toledo Zoo, The National Aquarium, and The Indianapolis Zoo.We say goodbye to beloved animals at Zoo Miami, the National Zoo, Brevard Zoo, the St. Louis Zoo, and the Pittsburgh Zoo. The rest of our Zoo News stories feature items from Seneca Park Zoo, the Maryland Zoo, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, the Little Rock Zoo, the Adelaide Zoo, and some extra fun Zoo News stories.Then in Conservation News we talk about the unconventional growth of the Arctic fox population, an update on avian influenza, an assessment of wolves in Yellowstone after 30 years, and a look at the Recovering America's Wildlife Act. In Other News we find out that cuttlefish are even more impressive than I thought, and discuss how a prosthetic penis derailed the career of a falconer.ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

On Friday, the National Zoo in Washington is introducing its two new giant pandas to the public. Bao Li and Qing Bao are 3 years old. They're part of a conservation program, a historic partnership between the U.S. and China that goes back half a century.Opening statements are expected today in the trial of Grammy-nominated rapper A$AP Rocky, who faces two felony charges for allegedly shooting at a friend in 2021. The life partner of Rihanna has pleaded not guilty to the charges. "CBS Mornings Plus" co-anchor Adriana Diaz is following the case.The Baltimore Ravens' Mark Andrews is talking about the moment he dropped a pass that could have forced overtime in Sunday's playoff game in Buffalo. Instead, the Bills advanced to the AFC Championship. Andrews said he is devastated, but won't let the mistake define him. Fans in Buffalo are trying to lift his spirits by donating to his charity.Nominations for the 97th Academy Awards were announced Thursday "Emilia Pérez" had the most with 13, while "Wicked" and "The Brutalist" each scored 10 Oscar nominations.For the latest installment of the CBS Mornings series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," she explores a movement associated with the Catholic Church called focolare.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Friday, the National Zoo in Washington is introducing its two new giant pandas to the public. Bao Li and Qing Bao are 3 years old. They're part of a conservation program, a historic partnership between the U.S. and China that goes back half a century. Opening statements are expected today in the trial of Grammy-nominated rapper A$AP Rocky, who faces two felony charges for allegedly shooting at a friend in 2021. The life partner of Rihanna has pleaded not guilty to the charges. "CBS Mornings Plus" co-anchor Adriana Diaz is following the case. The Baltimore Ravens' Mark Andrews is talking about the moment he dropped a pass that could have forced overtime in Sunday's playoff game in Buffalo. Instead, the Bills advanced to the AFC Championship. Andrews said he is devastated, but won't let the mistake define him. Fans in Buffalo are trying to lift his spirits by donating to his charity. Nominations for the 97th Academy Awards were announced Thursday "Emilia Pérez" had the most with 13, while "Wicked" and "The Brutalist" each scored 10 Oscar nominations. For the latest installment of the CBS Mornings series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," she explores a movement associated with the Catholic Church called focolare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on pandas returning to the National Zoo.

Ryan Gorman runs through 3 things you need to know to start your day - Another California wildfire, Trump set to send more troops to the border, and some more confirmation hearings are set for today. Plus, pandas on loan from China return to the National Zoo in DC.

Whether it's live on the Smithsonian National Zoo's panda cam or in front of a crowd, possibly no other animal's sex life is as closely watched as the giant pandas' is. And there's a reason. These cuddly-looking black and white bears just can't figure out how to mate. But, with a little help from science, the once-endangered giant panda is making a comeback. To honor the arrival of the National Zoo's newest giant pandas, we peep into the (not so secret) sex lives of pandas. Guests: Pierre Comizzoli, panda sex expert and staff scientist at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology InstituteLisa Stevens, AKA “Panda Lady”; former senior curator of mammals at the Smithsonian's National ZooStephen Powers, panda fan

Coldest Day of the week and several school districts are delayed. Costco workers are set to strike in February. Pandas are making official debut this Friday.   Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week:The Thought ShowerLet's Get WeirdCrisis on Infinite Podcasts

Dateline: January 10, 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 huge announcement - The new website is live at rossifari.com ! We then also talk about my life and such.Our headline story this week is about fires raving areas in the US and Australia. We then move on to our births for the week, featuring animals from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Congo Wildlife Ranch, Zoo Miami, the Toledo Zoo, the North Carolina Zoo, and SeaLife Sydney! We say goodbye to beloved animals at Cape May County Zoo, Naples Zoo, the Columbus Zoo, Roger Williams Park Zoo, and then say goodbye to a true icon in the training world. The rest of our Zoo News stories feature items from the San Diego Zoo, Melbourne Zoo, Henry Doorly Zoo, Smithsonian's National Zoo, Woodland Park Zoo, and so much more! Then in Conservation News we talk about a great internet post going viral, the sad story of Tahlequah, and a huge congrats to Jane Goodall!  ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Kim Stanley ("Stan") Robinson is one of the world's most acclaimed and popular science fiction novelists, first famous for his Mars Trilogy. For the past two decades, Stan has been telling vivid stories in which climate change is catastrophic yet people invent ways of reversing it. What he imagines is so bold it takes your breath away, then fills you with hope and resolve that you didn't know existed within you.In his Science in the Capital trilogy, a Washington DC thriller, National Zoo animals roam the capital after a massive flood. The Gulf Stream shuts down. Then a tiny U.S. government agency with bold leadership funds massive global climate projects. That plus the election of an inspiring everyman new President saves the day. Two decades later, Ministry for the Future tells a very different heroic tale. Here the protagonist is a new international agency based in Zurich led by an Irishwoman. After a massive heat wave in Indian kills millions, she gets kidnapped by one of its survivors and eventually answers her captor's challenge to do more. She persuades central bankers to back a "carbon coin" that changes the rules of the economic game. Companies now earn money by keeping oil in the ground, slowing Antarctica's melting, and investing in other projects on a scale commensurate with the climate catastrophe. What led Robinson to dramatically rethink his bold ideas for reversing climate change? What can we learn from this about climate economics and the financial rules in capitalism? How might this learning shift us into more constructive moods as we face seemingly insurmountable challenges?Join me in exploring these questions in this new episode of How My View Grew.**Key takeaways**4:00 A DC thriller: the Gulf Stream slows down. Washington floods. Science and government save the day12:00 Stan gets criticized about economics and responds by reading more deeply. The virtues and limits of nationalizing banks.18:00 A new view of money and lessons from the 2008 financial crisis23:00 Paying companies to green the planet, changing the economic game28:45 Stop asking "Is it to late?" Focus instead on better versus worse33:30 Telling good stories that our culture ignores35:00 Stan's message to the Left: get over it40:00 Amiel's reflections**Resources**A reference site for Kim Stanley RobinsonAmiel's essay, "Beyond the false choice between despair and hope"**Subscribe to the podcast**To hear the origin stories of more big ideas, subscribe to How My View Grew on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.**Share the love**Leave me a rating or review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.

On today's episode of Danforth Dialogues, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice sits down with Dr. David Skorton, President and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Dr. Skorton assumed leadership of the AAMC in 2019, where he introduced a comprehensive strategic planning process aimed at addressing major challenges in healthcare and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine. Prior to this role, Dr. Skorton served as the 13th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, overseeing 19 museums, 21 libraries, the National Zoo, and various research centers. He also served as president of two major universities: Cornell University and the University of Iowa. In this episode, Dr. Skorton reflects on his journey from growing up in Milwaukee to becoming a leader in medicine and education. You'll learn how his immigrant parents shaped his education and career path, emphasizing their influence on his resilience and drive for success. You'll also hear about his unique combination of interests in medicine, engineering, and the arts, including his love of jazz and his experience as a saxophone player. Dr. Skorton delves into lessons learned from clinical medicine that have profoundly informed his leadership style, particularly the importance of humility and listening. He provides insights into the critical role of diversity and inclusion in advancing healthcare outcomes and highlights the AAMC's mission to prepare a healthcare workforce that reflects the communities it serves. Join us for this inspiring conversation on the intersection of medicine, leadership, and the humanities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Editor - Robert Nassau A REAL PAIN editor Robert Nassau might be Brooklyn's secret cinematic weapon when it comes to finding an editor who knows how to cut not-too-dark dramedies.   And the seems to be what writer/director/actor Jesse Eisenberg was looking for when it came time to turn over the cutting room keys to his latest project.  Premiering to much fanfare at Sundance 2024, A Real Pain is now delighting critics and audiences alike in its theatrical run. A REAL PAIN follows mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) as they reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history. Robert Nassau Robert Nassau edited the films The Big Sick (directed by Michael Showalter), A Futile and Stupid Gesture (David Wain), Hello, My Name is Doris (Showalter), Juliet, Naked (Jesse Peretz), The Lovebirds (Showalter), Shortcomings (Randall Park), Somewhere in Queens (Ray Romano) and Wanderlust (Wain). Television series include “Children's Hospital” (Adult Swim), “Dash and Lily”(Netflix),“The Last O.G.”(Comedy Central),“The Other Two”(Max), and“Wet Hot American Summer” (Netflix). For two summers in high school, he worked at the National Zoo. He is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design. Editing A REAL PAIN In our discussion with A REAL PAIN editor Robert Nassau, we talk about: Chopin up the score Not coming to a resolution with music Following the St. Crispin's Day rule for monologues Finding the line between annoying and outgoing Sometimes all a scene really needs is a cricket The Credits Visit ExtremeMusic for all your production audio needs Check out what's new with Avid Media Composer Subscribe to The Rough Cut podcast and never miss an episode Visit The Rough Cut on YouTube

Dateline: November 8, 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 thoughts about the election, kind of. Just listen or skip that part, whatever you need today. We then move on to our births section, including red panda triplets at Lincoln Childrens Zoo, a cool giraffe birth story from Potawatomi Zoo, the start of African penguin breeding season at the Maryland Zoo, possibly the cutest pygmy hippo ever, unless you're a TikTok person, and more! We also say goodbye to some incredible animals from Zoo Miami, the National Zoo, the Buffalo Zoo, the Adelaide Zoo, and the Edinburgh Zoo.  We then move on to our other Zoo News stories.  This episode features stories from The Fort Worth Zoo, Buttonwood Park Zoo, Beardsley Zoo, the London Zoo, Seneca Park Zoo, Seaquest Aquariums, and The Wilds! In Conservation News, we talk about the climate and some more good news for North Atlantic Right WhalesIn Other News, we talk about an emperor penguin and the loss of 43 monkeys. 

The Fed has cut interest rates by another quarter of a point. MD 6 Casino generated over 100million just in October. National Zoo has released of the new Panda this week and released some comments from the staffer .  Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week:The Thought ShowerLet's Get WeirdCrisis on Infinite Podcasts

On this week's episode of the Trade Guys, we preview the upcoming 2026 renewal of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), dig into the Nobel-winning work on the importance of societal institutions for a country's prosperity, and discuss the return of pandas from China to the National Zoo.

Two giant pandas on loan from China have arrived at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Also, originally from Central Asia, Kernza doesn't need to be replanted every year, unlike crops such as corn and soybeans.Pandas Return To Washington, D.C., ZooOn Tuesday, two VIPs (Very Important Pandas) arrived at Washington's Dulles International Airport, en route to new quarters at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.The arrival marks a new chapter of “panda diplomacy,” which leverages the public's affection for the cute, charismatic animals to both strengthen US-China ties and fund conservation initiatives. Sophie Bushwick, senior news editor at New Scientist, joins SciFri's John Dankosky to talk about the giant pandas' arrival and other stories from the week in science.Scientists Push For A Lesser-Known Grain Called KernzaOn a recent weekday afternoon, dozens of people filled the cozy taproom at Blue Jay Brewing Company. On tap that day was a fresh creation called New Roots. The American Lager was a hit, with many of the patrons going back to the bar for another glass.Blue Jay's owner and brewer, Jason Thompson, was also pleased with the result of this experimental beer, which he described as “earthy, almost nutty,” with a “lingering honey-like sweetness to it.” Those flavors came from his choice to use a novel grain called Kernza for 25% of the 600 pounds of grain needed for the whole brew, he said.Read the rest at sciencefriday.com.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

It's another dose of doom, but we tacked on a relatively feel-good animal story. Otherwise, this week: It appears that Israel has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar (1:32), the IDF's brutal operation continues in northern Gaza (4:56), and the Biden administration floats withholding arms over the Strip's humanitarian situation (6:42); an update on Israel's invasion of Lebanon (13:09); the world continues to await Israel's response to Iran's ballistic missile strike (16:07); a diplomatic crisis for India and Canada (19:28); the DPRK/North Korea strikes unused rail lines connecting it with South Korea (21:04); an update on the war in Sudan (22:50); a devastating drought in southern Africa (26:12); in Russia-Ukraine, a Russian counteroffensive in Kursk makes progress (27:44) while Zelenskyy reveals part of his Victory Plan (31:19); stock prices soar for US defense contractors (34:22); and China has sent pandas to the National Zoo in Washington, DC (36:04). Subscribe now at Supporting Cast. Don't forget to get your copy of Matt Christman's Book ¡No Pasarán! here.

On this week's edition of the American Prestige world news roundup: It's another dose of doom, but we tacked on a relatively feel-good animal story. It appears that Israel has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar (1:32), the IDF's brutal operation continues in northern Gaza (4:56), and the Biden administration floats withholding arms over the Strip's humanitarian situation (6:42); an update on Israel's invasion of Lebanon (13:09); the world continues to await Israel's response to Iran's ballistic missile strike (16:07); a diplomatic crisis for India and Canada (19:28); the DPRK/North Korea strikes unused rail lines connecting it with South Korea (21:04); an update on the war in Sudan (22:50); a devastating drought in southern Africa (26:12); in Russia-Ukraine, a Russian counteroffensive in Kursk makes progress (27:44) while Zelenskyy reveals part of his Victory Plan (31:19); stock prices soar for US defense contractors (34:22); and China has sent pandas to the National Zoo in Washington, DC (36:04).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dateline: October 18, 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 look at how our Season 5 goals are coming along.We then get to our headline story, looking at the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, especially on Mote Marine Lab. We then move on to our births section, including a new rhino at Whipsnade Zoo, an anoa calf at the Chester Zoo, a baby giant otter at New Forest Wildlife Park, a baby tamandua at the Memphis Zoo, and more! We also say goodbye to some incredible animals. We start off with a beloved jaguar at Woodland Park Zoo, then discuss the loss of the matriarch of the elephant herd at the Maryland Zoo, and say goodbye to an aardvark at the Rolling Hills Zoo. We then move on to our other Zoo News stories.  This episode features stories from the San Diego Zoo, Zoo Atlanta, Smithsonian's National Zoo, the Louisville Zoo, Zoo Knoxville, Sea Turtle Recovery, and more! In Conservation News, we talk about the Aussie Bird Count, a huge conservation win by NOAA Fisheries, a caracal in Chicago, and a look at how de-extinction is going.  In Other News, we talk about a dog fox hybrid and why orcas are attacking boats. Wild Times: Wildlife EducationWildlife mysteries, crazy news, and daring animal stories—listen now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

8x World Champion professional wrestler Chris Jericho returns to the show to talk about his new movie, Terrifier 3. They also discuss Chris' reaction to the new Vince McMahon documentary, working with the late-great Rowdy Roddy Piper, wrestling during “The Attitude Era”, playing with his band, Fozzy, and his Rock 'N' Wrestling Rager at Sea cruises. Next, Jason “Mayhem” Miller reads the news including stories about Kanye West allegedly telling his wife that he wanted to sleep with her mom, Diddy being accused of raping a woman with a TV remote, and a pair of panda bears being sent from China to the U.S. National Zoo. Then, celebrity psychic medium Jonathan Mark stops by to talk about working on the Gabby Petito case with the FBI, what he sees when connecting with someone who has passed away, and the recent trend of men being more active in seeking help from mediums. For more with Chris Jericho: ● NEW FILM: Terrifier 3 - available in theaters now ● INSTAGRAM: @chrisjerichofozzy ● TWITTER/X: @IAmJericho ● WEBSITE: chrisjericho.com For more with Jonathan Mark: ● PODCAST: Connect with Jonathan Mark ● INSTAGRAM: @jonathanmarkmedium ● WEBSITE: jonathanmark.net Thank you for supporting our sponsors: ● Hims.com/ADAM ● Chime.com/Adam ● http://OReillyAuto.com/Adam

USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Bart Jansen discusses the DOJ lawsuit after Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said he's he's purging voting rolls of noncitizens. Plus, a Georgia judge rules that local election officials don't have an option when it comes to certifying the election results this November by the state deadline.The U.S. warns Israel to increase humanitarian aid into Gaza or risk losing access to weapons.USA TODAY National Correspondent Deborah Barfield Berry discusses how a pastor is working to get out the vote at go-go clubs.Giant pandas return to the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. Plus, check out our special episode on panda diplomacy from earlier this year.Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Israel's attack on a hospital complex in central Gaza, which led to a massive fire that killed at least four people and injured many more, has renewed calls for Israel to uphold international humanitarian law. Also, Canada has expelled India's top diplomat in the country along with five others, with India responding in kind and expelling six Canadian diplomats. And, the first people to be intercepted at sea by the Italian navy under a controversial migration deal are on their way to Albania to have their asylum claims processed. Plus, 11 months after the National Zoo in Washington sent three pandas back to China, a new pair of bears has arrived. They'll make their public debut in January.Listen to today's Music Heard on Air.And, we're looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

More than 250,000 people in Georgia cast ballots on the first day of early in-person voting. In North Carolina, Democratic state Senate candidate Kate Barr isn't running to win, but to call out gerrymandering, the term for when states draw electoral boundaries to favor one party. Two giant pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, arrived at the National Zoo in D.C., less than a year after the city bid farewell to another panda pair on loan from China.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest on the 2024 presidential race as the Trump and Harris campaigns fight for battleground states. Also, a closer look at the growing day-to-day struggles for many residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. Plus, a new pair of National Zoo pandas are set to arrive from China. And, In-Depth TODAY: The Great Egyptian Museum in Cairo, located near the Pyramids of Giza, is reopening to the public.

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Dateline: October 11, 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 catch up on my life - actually, there's a whole lot to chat about, y'all. We then get to our headline story, looking at the preparations being made for Hurricane Milton. We then move on to our births section, including a new tree kangaroo at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, a tamarin at Buttonwood Park Zoo, and four bush dog pups born at Yorkshire Wildlife Park! We also say goodbye to some incredible animals. We start off with a baby giraffe at the Abilene Zoo, then say goodbye to both the Watusi at the Virginia Zoo and a pair of lions at the Adelaide Zoo, along with some other animals.  We then move on to our other Zoo News stories.  This episode features stories from the North Carolina Zoo, WNC Nature Center, the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, Seneca Park Zoo, Mote Marine Lab, Zoo Atlanta, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, the National Zoo in DC, and more! In Conservation News, we do a deep dive into tigers in the US, discuss a frog rediscovery, talk about a Capybara Cafe, and share one of the weirdest discoveries of a new species ever. In Other News, we talk about comb jellies and how Flacco the owl continues to inspire change in New York City.Wild Times: Wildlife EducationWildlife mysteries, crazy news, and daring animal stories—listen now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify