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Voices for Conservation

Volunteer Engagement

Voices for Conservation is a podcast series highlighting the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium community members and the conservation issues that matter to them. We focus on learning about our team members to build understanding and belonging. Voices for Conservation is hosted by the Volunteer Engagement team at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

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41:41

The Science and Math Institute: A partnership for...

Voices for Conservation ·

2026/09/15

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Stacey sat down with Molly from Conservation Engagement and Maxx from the Science and Math Institute (SAMi) to chat about the Zoo's partnership and what it means for conservation and the future.

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46:29

All About Penguins with Jeff and Kacie

Voices for Conservation ·

2026/08/18

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we chatted with Rocky Shores Staff Biologists about our Magellanic penguin colony.

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36:44

Filtration and Life Support with Katie and Sabrina

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2026/06/16

In this episode, we chatted with Katie M. and Sabrina B. from our Life Support Systems team about how our Life Support Team keeps the water flowing to two aquariums and numerous animal habitats around zoo grounds. .

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44:11

All About Bugs with Jessie S.

Voices for Conservation ·

2026/05/19

In this episode, we chatted with Jessie S. from the Wild Wonders Outdoor Theater about her journey to the zoo world, her passion for bugs, and why bug conservation is so important. Additional Resources Terrestrial Invertebrate Taxon Advisory Group: https://titag.org/ SWARM: https://titag.org/conservation/aza-swarm/ The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation: https://www.xerces.org/

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37:35

2025 Volunteer Award Winners

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2026/04/29

In this episode, Stacey sits down with our with three of our 2025 Volunteer Award Winners: 2025 Unsung Hero Award: Chris F. 2025 Rookie of the Year: Aquaria A. 2025 Brightman Achievement Award Winner: Kristina D.

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42:50

Chatting with ZEED Director Alan V.

Voices for Conservation ·

2026/03/29

On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey chats with ZEED Director Alan V. about what it's like to run not one, but two, Zoological parks and the path that brought him here.

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37:36

Animal Health Care with Dr. Karen Wolf, Head...

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2026/01/25

We were excited to chat with Doctor Karen about her journey toward becoming a vet and her experiences caring for the endangered American Red Wolf.

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43:10

Celebrating Zoolights with Justin and Sam

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2025/12/16

On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina sit down with Facilities Lead Sam M. and Visitor Services Supervisor Justin C . to chat about their roles and their favorite things about Zoolights.

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35:26

Chatting with the Eye to Eye Shark Dive Team

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/11/19

On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey sits down with Cameron T. and Jackie K. from the Eye to Eye Shark Dive Team to chat about their roles within the aquarium and some of their favorite shark dive stories.

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41:38

Kelp Conservation with Mark and Heidi

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/10/21

On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina chatted with Staff Biologist Mark M and Dive Safety Officer Heidi about PDZA's involvement in kelp conservation. We learned about PDZA's work in kelp cultivation and our efforts to monitor kelp beds in the Puget Sound. For more information, check out the organizations and projects mentioned in this episode! Puget Sound Restoration Fund: https://restorationfund.org/ Reef Check: https://www.reefcheck.org/ WADNR Kelp Monitoring...

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27:53

Getting to know Senior Guides Cassidy, Quill, and Ren

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/09/16

In this episode, Stacey sits down with three senior members of our Youth Leadership Development team and chats about their experiences as volunteers and their goals for beyond PDZA.

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44:22

Learning about Shark Conservation with Cindy K.

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2025/07/22

On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina chat about the Shark and Ray SAFE, Sharks and Rays Awareness Day, and how we can support oceanic sharks. Stacey also chats with Aquarist Cindy K. about how PDZA cares for our sharks and contributes to Zebra shark conservation efforts. Resources Article for AZA Connect 2020 https://www.aza.org/connect-stories/stories/zebra-shark-conservation ReShark https://www.reshark.org/star-project Raja Ampat Research ...

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48:49

Animal Health Care with Bianca and Dr. Cassidy

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/06/18

In this staff chat, Stacey sits down with two members of our Animal Health Care team, Vet Tech Bianca M. and Dr. Cassidy S.

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26:00

Climate Fatigue and Burnout

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/05/20

In this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina chat about burnout, fatigue, and how Zoo professionals get a double dose of both from both climate change and zoo work. Burnout and Fatigue Resources and Further Reading Bemister, K. & Tawfik, M. (2023). Record, Recall, Reflect: A Qualitative Examination of Compassion Fatigue in Toronto Zoo Staff. Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens 4(2):413-426. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/370671267_Record_Recal...

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54:25

2024 Volunteer Award Winners

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/04/15

In this episode, Stacey sits down with our six 2024 Volunteer Award Winners. 2024 Rising Star Award: Shelby R. and Walt B. 2024 Unsung Hero Award: Tony C. and Jackie C.C. 2024 Rookie of the Year: Bob Y. 2024 Brightman Achievement Award Winner: Tom R.

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25:59

2024 Volunteer Supervisors of the Year

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/04/15

In this special Staff Chat, Stacey chats with 2024 Supervisors of the Year Suzanne Akerman and Laura Rynberg.

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26:30

Breaks for Conservation Season 2: Corals

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/03/18

On this episode of Breaks for Conservation, Philina talks about corals, why we care about corals, and chats with Amy H. and Mette H. about designing the Coral Up Close exhibit in Tropical Reef Aquarium. Supplemental materials Coral polyp up close: https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/tutorial_corals/media/supp_coral01a.html Symmetry: https://evolution.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/symmetrydiagram.gif Supplemental Reading https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42452-02...

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37:03

Staff Chats Season 2: Aquarium Cindy and Bruce

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/02/18

On this Staff Chat, Stacey chats with Aquarist Cindy K. and Volunteer Bruce J. about their experiences in the newly remodeled Tropical Reef Aquarium.

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39:07

Breaks for Conservation Season 2: Plant Conservation...

Voices for Conservation ·

2025/01/21

On this episode of Breaks for Conservation, Stacey is joined by Lead Horticulturist Bryon J.

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28:36

Staff Chats Season 2: Front Gate Christie W. and...

Voices for Conservation ·

2024/12/17

On this staff chat, Stacey talks with Front Gate Leads Christie and Diamond about their journey to PDZA and some of the unique stories from the Front Gate.

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