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Rossifari Podcast - Zoos, Aquariums, and Animal Conservation

The Rossifari Podcast brings my love of zoos, aquariums, rescues, and rehab facilities to you! Each episode features an interview with someone who works at one of these facilities. We talk about different species, individual animals, conservation efforts, nutrition...all kinds of stuff. This is a podcast suitable for all ages, but we will discuss topics like mating behaviors and euthanasia. If you"re a fan of zoos, or have ever wondered what exactly a zookeeper does, how aquariums manage to keep all

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00:28:36

Zoo News 10.2.26 - The Indianapolis Zoo Loses...

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2026/10/02

Dateline: October 2, 2026 - Rossifari Zoo News is back with a deep dive into some surprising breaking news this week: The Indianapolis Zoo has lost the gold standard accreditation that can only be obtained through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. We talk through what we know, what we don't yet know, and what might be next for this zoo.ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company

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00:50:02

On Wednesday, Dolphins Wear Pink with Suzanne Smith...

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2026/09/29

Today, the Safari heads down to Brazil (via Zoom), to talk to Suzanne Smith, the founder of the Amazon River Dolphin Conservation Foundation. Suzanne gives a fascinating look into these incredible animals, then shares her story of falling in love with them and starting the work to save them. We talk about connecting with the local populations, how eco-tourism can drive conservation, and so much more!EPISODE LINKS: www.ardcf.org @ardcfoundation on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari on

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00:33:16

Zoo News 9.25.26 - A Deep Dive into the MarineLand...

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2026/09/25

Dateline September 25, 2026: Today's episode is a deep dive into the legislation that stopped allowing cetaceans in human care, and the absolute failures of the Canadian government and the "empty the tanks" movement to help the animals further than passing that law. We look into the animals that have moved to SeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld San Diego, The Georgia Aquarium, Shedd Aquarium, and Oceanografica Valencia, and the health issues and deaths that have occurred since those animals

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01:06:54

The Future (and Past) of Enrichment with Joey Golden...

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2026/09/22

Today, the Safari heads back to Baltimore to visit the Maryland Zoo. We head to the enrichment lab to discuss how modern technology is really helping us understand how to enrich the lives of animals in incredible ways in zoos, and how inspiration from the past is leading the charge today. Truly one of the most exciting episodes we've had.EPISODE LINKS: @marylandzoo marylandzoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Support the pod at Patreon.com/rossifari Join the Discord at

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00:38:06

Zoo News 9.18.26 - The Dumb People Are Dumb Edition

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2026/09/18

Dateline: September 18, 2026Rossifari Zoo News is back with an update on all things zoos, aquariums, conservation, and general animal weirdness. We start off with me talking about my new job at Virginia Living Museum, sharing more about the SAFE Red Panda initiatives for International Red Panda Day, and more! Then we have Zoo News stories from Ross Park Zoo, Zoo Knoxville, Buffalo Zoo, Henry Doorly Zoo, Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Chester Zoo, Bronx Zoo, Pueblo Zoo, Kansas City Zoo, Denver Zoo, Roger

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00:57:06

Panda Pokemon with Meredith Hughes of the Cincinnati...

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2026/09/15

Today, the Safari heads back to the Cincinnati Zoo for a chat with our good friend Meredith Hughes! We talk all things ambassadors, how the Cincinnati Zoo manages to be a big zoo with a small zoo vibe, share some incredible experiences, and then get into the core topic...this Saturday is International Red Panda Day, so we discuss Meredith's involvement with SAFE Red Panda, including heading up our current trading cards initiative! EPISODE LINKS: @cincinnatizoo cincinnatizoo.org ROSSIFARI

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00:44:04

Zoo News 9.11.26 - The Rabid Baby Goat Zoo Edition

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2026/09/11

Dateline: September 11, 2026Rossifari Zoo News is back with an update on all things zoos, aquariums, conservation, and general animal weirdness. We start off with a very exciting update about my life, as well as cool stuff about SAFE Red Panda, and also what tree kangaroos and the NFL have to do with each other. There's a Headline Story about AI and technology that goes beyond the normal scope of this podcast, but it had to be said. Then we have Zoo News stories from Whipsnade Zoo, Tennessee

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00:49:04

Roaming Cat Licks with Sarah Henry and Kristy...

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2026/09/08

Today, the Safari heads back to Buttonwood Park Zoo to talk to returning guest Sarah Henry and newcomer Kristy Kaeterle...and also a cat who almost caused this entire episode to never see the light of day! We talk about the ways Buttonwood Park Zoo is supporting various AZA SAFE Programs including SAFE Red Panda and SAFE North American Songbird, and also discuss some really cool ambassador animals including some adorable foxes! All that plus TWO Rossifari Poop Stories! EPISODE

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00:40:52

Rossifari Zoo News 9.4.26 - The This Little Lion Went...

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2026/09/04

Dateline: September 4, 2026Rossifari Zoo News is back with an update on all things zoos, aquariums, conservation, and general animal weirdness. I start off discussing the fact that I've finally officially moved to Virginia. Then we get into a long chat about the upcoming SAFE Red Panda trading cards! There's a Headline Story about the most ridiculous investigation into Smithsonian's National Zoo ever. Then we have Zoo News stories from Columbus Zoo, Franklin Park Zoo, Virginia Zoo, Los Angeles Zoo,

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00:44:42

The Cheetah Chipmunks with John Kleoudis of NOVA Wild...

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2026/09/01

Today, the Safari welcomes a new facility to the pod! John Kleoudis is here to welcome us to NOVA Wild! This facility, located in northern Virginia, is both a drive-through safari and a standard walk-through zoo, and features a lot of incredible behind-the-scenes animal encounters designed to encourage a love of animals and conservation! EPISODE LINKS: @novawildz00 novawild.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our

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00:34:12

Rossifari Zoo News 8.28.26 - The Goodbye, Dolly Edition

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2026/08/28

Dateline: August 28, 2026Rossifari Zoo News is back for a bit of a ramble. I start off talking about the loss of Dolly Parton and what it's like losing an artist that I'm in the middle of playing a tribute show for. Then I talk about the devastating flooding in Nepal before touching on a few other topics of importance this week. All that plus Animal Holidays! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Support the pod at Patreon.com/rossifari Join the Discord at https://discord.gg/hvWZguvu4 Find us on social

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41:18

This Swiftie Wants To Save the World with Bailey...

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2026/08/25

Today, the Safari heads back to Norfolk, VA, to visit with Bailey Goebel! You'll learn about their unique position at the zoo, why being a Swiftie has helped them in their career, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: @virginiazoo virginiazoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Join the new Rossifari Discord: https://discord.gg/rQSwMuetj

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Rossifari Zoo News 8.21.26 - The Pink Notebook for...

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2026/08/21

Dateline: August 21, 2026. 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 detour into some info about my drumming career y'all might find interesting. If not, skip ahead, I won't be offended. In Zoo News, we have a headline story that is a spoiler alert for two initiatives that SAFE Red Panda will be announcing soon! Let's build hype early! Then we get to our regular Zoo...

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House of the Dragon with Audrey Stallings of the...

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2026/08/18

Today, the Safari heads back to Greensboro, North Carolina, for a chat with the person who started it all for me there, Audrey Stallings. You'll get to hear her story, her incredible connection to herps and herp education, her work with venomous animals, another interruption by Bekah, why she is responsible for so much of the lore of the podcast, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: greensboroscience.org @greensborosciencecenter on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari....

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43:08

Rossifari Zoo News 8.14.26 - The Piranha on the Pole...

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2026/08/14

Dateline: August 14, 2026. 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 big announcement about the podcast and its future (which is bright, my friends)! Then we get to what's going on with my life, which is crazy as can be right now. In Zoo News, we have a headline story that I just find so fascinating. Plumes is coming to the Philadelphia Zoo, and I have thoughts and feelin...

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The One Who Says No with Kelsey Hughes of The...

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2026/08/11

Today, the Safari finally returns to the Greensboro Science Center after way too long of an absence. We talk to Kelsey Hughes about volunteers and the incredible impact they have on zoological facilities. We also talk about the fact that she won't give me a dang hoodie, but that's a different story. EPISODE LINKS: greensboroscience.org @greensborosciencecenter on socials ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on s...

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34:44

Rossifari Zoo News 8.6.26 - The Science VS Edition

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2026/08/07

Dateline: August 7, 2026. 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, which is currently taking place in California. I talk a lot about my experience of appearing on the podcast Science VS to talk about my experience with weight cycling. In Zoo News, we have stories from Welsh Mountain Zoo, Chester Zoo, Toronto Zoo, Santa Barbara Zoo, Lincol...

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Transitions - The Season 7 Premier with Chris Jenkins...

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2026/08/04

Today, the Safari heads back to the Virginia Zoo to sit down with new director (and friend of the podcast) Chris Jenkins. We talk about taking on this incredible role, what his years of growth at Natural Encounters, Inc. gave him in terms of preparedness for this gig, and so much more. It was a privilege to share the start of Chris' next chapter as the start of my next season! EPISODE LINKS: @virginiazoo virginiazoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: Rossifari.com Patreon.com/...

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32:22

Rossifari Zoo News 7.31.26 - The Season 6 Finale...

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2026/07/31

Dateline: July 31, 2026. 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, which is currently taking place in California. Then we dive into an interview with Dani Larson! We talk about what loss at a facility is like from the perspective of the teams that aren't directly involved, then share two really exciting bits of news about Dani and our friend Emi...

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43:22

The Brintywine Zoo with Brint Spencer, Director of...

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2026/07/28

Today, the Safari heads back to Wilmington, DE, to the only accredited zoo in the state, Brandywine Zoo. I sit down with returning guest Brint Spencer, the director of the zoo, to talk about the new animal encounters the zoo is offering, the new habitat that just opened, the incredible conservation work being done at the facility, the unique relationship Brint has with his keepers, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: @brandywinezoo brandywinezoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: ...

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