Bird keepers Cynthia and Nate join Our Herd, the official Toledo Zoo podcast, to share what it’s really like working with birds and to talk all about the adorable flamingo chicks. They answer listener questions, explain why caring for chicks is much more than just “playtime,” and also get a crash course in pop culture references for a few extra laughs. Whether you are here for fluffy flamingos, fascinating animal care or just some fun conversation, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.Enjoy watching or listening to Prairie Confessions! now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts.New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to. Music provided by Music VineGive us your feedback!Links:toledozoo.orgBehind the Scenes ToursZoom Glow RollSenior Discovery DaysEnrichment DaySip Sip Wine Fest
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Breaking the Ice!
It’s the middle of summer, but we’re "breaking the ice" with Arctic keepers Raven and Ashley on this episode of Our Herd, the official Toledo Zoo podcast. Join us as we talk about what it was like to care for Kallik and Kallu, our beloved Polar bear cubs, and what day-to-day life is like now with Crystal and Kali. Along the way, we share some laughs about unsettling Sea lion smiles and the emotional danger of naming feeder fish. Let’s just say… we weren’t prepared.Enjoy watching or listening to Prairie Confessions! now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts.New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to. Music provided by Music VineGive us your feedback!Links:toledozoo.orgZen at the ZooWild About ArtTwilight EveningsBUGfest
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Prairie Confessions!
In this episode of Our Herd, the Toledo Zoo's official podcast, we're getting our hands dirty with Jake and Elizabeth from the Zoo's Wild Toledo crew. From creating pollinator habitats to insulting boring turf grass, these two are on a mission to bring native plants back to northwest Ohio - one seed at a time.Enjoy watching or listening to Prairie Confessions! now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts.New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to. Music provided by Music VineGive us your feedback!Links:toledozoo.orghttps://wildtoledo.org/Christmas in JulyMusic Under the StarsTwilight EveningsPNC ZOOtoDO presented by Lexus of ToledoSocials:FacebookInstagramTikTokYouTube
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Tower Talk!
To kick off the summer season, we’re going on a wild safari for this month’s episode of Our Herd, the Toledo Zoo’s official podcast. Join us as hoofstock zoo keepers Joan and Blake dish out “Tall Tales”, dry crackers, and even drier dad jokes. From slobbery giraffe kisses to zebra quirks this episode is packed with laughs, unexpected animal facts, and a whole lot of personality.Enjoy watching or listening to Tower Talk! now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts.New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to. Music provided by Music VineGive us your feedback!Links:toledozoo.orghttps://www.toledozoo.org/events/twil...https://www.toledozoo.org/kidsapaloozahttps://www.toledozoo.org/events/winehttps://www.toledozoo.org/events/zootodoSocials:FacebookInstagramTikTokYouTube
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I Wet My Plants!
Plants, crafts and existential vegetable crises? Sign us up! This week on Our Herd, Horticulturist Mandy Hansen joins us for a down-to-earth chat about gardening, native plant life and the seriously creative programs she’s cultivating at Toledo Zoo — like botanical book clubs and hands-on DIY workshops. From mischievous squirrel schemes to veggie truths that shook us to our roots, this episode is a must-listen for plant enthusiasts, garden dabblers and budding botanists alike.Enjoy watching or listening to I Wet My Plants! now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts.New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to. Music provided by Music VineGive us your feedback!Links:toledozoo.orgSpring Animal DemosPhotography ToursSocials:FacebookInstagramTikTokYouTube
Welcome to Our Herd, the official podcast of the Toledo Zoo! Listen or watch as our hosts, Corey Wyckoff and Katelyn Wessling, dive into fun and insightful conversations with guests from both inside and outside the Zoo. From animal care, conservation, horticulture and history to marketing, social media, events and behind-the-scenes stories, no topic is off-limits. Our Herd invites zoo enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike to learn, laugh and gain an inside look at the wild world of the Toledo Zoo.
Stay tuned for new episodes every month!
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