Talking Apes

EXPLORE

Society & Culture

© 2024 PodJoint

https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Podcasts221/v4/cf/c5/04/cfc504cc-a34b-5967-4a2f-95c91befac6a/mza_12483332135828100410.jpg/600x600bb.jpg

Talking Apes

GLOBIO

73 episodes

1 day ago

What does a Congolese rainforest childhood reveal about the roots of human cooperation? In this captivating episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Dr. Gul Deniz Salali, evolutionary anthropologist at University College London, to explore her groundbreaking research with the BaYaka people of the Congo Basin. Dr. Salali shares intimate insights into how BaYaka children learn through play, observation, and social bonds—offering profound lessons on community, learning, and what it means to gro...

Show more...

Natural Sciences,

All content for Talking Apes is the property of GLOBIO and is served directly from their servers with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.

What does a Congolese rainforest childhood reveal about the roots of human cooperation? In this captivating episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Dr. Gul Deniz Salali, evolutionary anthropologist at University College London, to explore her groundbreaking research with the BaYaka people of the Congo Basin. Dr. Salali shares intimate insights into how BaYaka children learn through play, observation, and social bonds—offering profound lessons on community, learning, and what it means to gro...

Show more...

Natural Sciences,

Episodes (20/73)

Talking Apes

What BaYaka Children Can Teach About Being Human with Dr Deniz Salali | Episode 70

What does a Congolese rainforest childhood reveal about the roots of human cooperation? In this captivating episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Dr. Gul Deniz Salali, evolutionary anthropologist at University College London, to explore her groundbreaking research with the BaYaka people of the Congo Basin. Dr. Salali shares intimate insights into how BaYaka children learn through play, observation, and social bonds—offering profound lessons on community, learning, and what it means to gro...

6 days ago

1 hour 22 minutes

Talking Apes

Talking Apes, Yes, All Apes! with Dr. Adriano Lameira | Episode 69

Are we really the only "talking apes"? Get ready for a mind-blowing episode with Dr. Adriano Reis E Lameira, one of the world’s leading experts on the evolution of speech and language! Dr. Lameira has spent years deep in the rainforests of Borneo, decoding the vocal mysteries of orangutans. His groundbreaking research challenges long-held beliefs about what separates us from our primate cousins. Can great apes control their voices more than we thought? Do they have the ability to...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 22 minutes

Talking Apes

The Climbing Secret Behind Monkey Bars with Luke Fannin | Episode 68

Hanging with Our Ancestors: Luke Fannin on Climbing, Evolution & Ape Locomotion Ever wondered why kids instinctively love monkey bars? Or why apes move so deliberately in the trees? In this episode of Talking Apes, biological anthropologist Luke Fannin takes us on a journey through the evolution of climbing, exploring how primates, from ancient hominins to modern chimps, have adapted to life in the canopy. Luke breaks down the surprising biomechanics of climbing up vs. climbing down, reve...

1 month ago

1 hour 10 minutes

Talking Apes

Happy EARTH DAY! With Jane Goodall Institute's Anna Rathmann | Episode 67

The Amazing People Behind Jane Goodall What does it take to lead one of the most iconic conservation organizations in the world? In this episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Anna Rathmann, Executive Director of the Jane Goodall Institute USA, to find out. With a background spanning international conservation, business, and storytelling, Anna brings a refreshing perspectiv...

2 months ago

59 minutes

Talking Apes

IUCN’s Role in Saving Our Planet with Sean Southey | Episode 66

Earth Month Special: A Deep Dive into Global Conservation with Sean Southey “This is our global education moment. This is the time to champion. This is the time to be noisy. This is the time to dream.” What if we told you there’s a conservation powerhouse that’s been quietly shaping environmental policies, protecting endangered species, and inspiring global action for over 75 years—but most people have never heard of it? In this Earth Month special of Talking Apes, Gerry sits down...

2 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

Talking Apes

Southeast Asia’s Secret Monkeys with Dr. Andie Ang | Episode 65

In this episode of Talking Apes, we’re joined by Dr. Andie Ang, a primatologist dedicated to the conservation of Southeast Asia’s elusive and endangered colobine monkeys. From the dense forests of Vietnam to the urban green spaces of Singapore, Andie has spent years studying these fascinating leaf-eating primates, whose complex digestive systems, striking colors, and secretive nature make them some of the least understood monkeys in the world. Andie shares her journey from a childhood experie...

3 months ago

47 minutes

Talking Apes

Tracing Our Footsteps Through Time with Jeremy DeSilva | Episode 64

Bipedalism - How Walking Made Us Human with Jeremy DeSilva “The history of our lineage is filled with multiple species coexisting—this moment, with only one upright walking ape on the planet, is exceptionally rare.” Why do humans walk on two legs when no other mammal does? And what did it cost us? From back pain to difficult childbirth, our bipedal evolution has its drawbacks—but it also shaped everything about who we are today. In this episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Jeremy DeSilva...

3 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Talking Apes

Celebrating Three Decades of Roots & Shoots with Mary Ford | Episode 63

In this episode of Talking Apes, we sit down with Mary Ford, Senior Director of Roots & Shoots USA, the Jane Goodall Institute’s global youth program. Mary shares the inspiring origins of Roots & Shoots—how a conversation on Jane Goodall’s porch in Tanzania sparked a movement that now empowers young change makers in over 70 countries. We explore how conservation is evolving beyond protecting forests and wildlife—embracing a more holistic, community-driven approach. Mary discusses th...

4 months ago

52 minutes

Talking Apes

Yikes! Chimps Eating Bat Poop? With Disease Detective Dr. Tony Goldberg | Episode 62

Why are chimpanzees in Uganda scooping up bat guano and eating it? This strange behavior, captured on trail cameras and observed over 800 times in a single year, is the fascinating centerpiece of our latest episode with disease ecologist Dr. Tony Goldberg. Tony explains how this bizarre dietary shift is linked to mineral deficiencies in the chimps’ diet, caused by the loss of raffia palm trees due to human activity. What started as a simple agricultural practice has cascaded into a complex ec...

4 months ago

1 hour

Talking Apes

Voices from the Ape House with Beth Armstrong | Episode 61

This week on Talking Apes, we’re entering the personal world of gorillas and a remarkable woman who has dedicated her life to their stories: Beth Armstrong. As a former gorilla keeper at the Columbus Zoo, Beth’s career spans from revolutionizing gorilla care in zoos to advocating for conservation in the wild. She brings decades of experience, wisdom, and unapologetic passion for these gentle giants. Beth’s stories from the field are as vivid as they are moving. She describes the transformatio...

6 months ago

1 hour 19 minutes

Talking Apes

Growing Up Chimp with Dr. Kris Sabbi | Episode 60

Growing Up Chimp: Lessons on Life, Leadership, and the Mystery of Puberty What does it really mean to grow up? For chimpanzees, our closest living relatives, the journey from infancy to adulthood is as complex, awkward, and revealing as our own. In the latest episode of Talking Apes, primatologist Dr. Kris Sabbi takes us deep into the lives of juvenile chimps, exploring the web of social behaviors, hormonal development, and environmental factors that shape who they become. Dr. Sabbi’s groundb...

6 months ago

1 hour 42 minutes

Talking Apes

Orangutans Using Wild Medicines with Dr Isabelle Laumer | Episode 59

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have observed a male orangutan, Rakus, using plants as medicine—a first-ever recording of a wild animal self-medicating for wound care. This unique behavior was spotted in the jungle, where Rakus chewed the stem and leaves of a plant known for its anti-inflammatory properties and applied it to his injured cheek. The wound, likely caused by a territorial fight, healed within a month. What makes this finding extraordinary is its implications for both o...

7 months ago

30 minutes

Talking Apes

The Chimps of Gombe with Dr. Elizabeth Lonsdorf | Episode 58

Generations at Gombe: Elizabeth Lonsdorf on Chimpanzee Mothers, Babies, and the Power of Long-Term Study In this episode of Talking Apes we’re joined by Elizabeth Lonsdorf whose decades spanning career has been rooted at Gombe, the iconic chimpanzee research site founded by Dr. Jane Goodall. What started as a project to study tool-use in wild chimps has evolved into a lifetime of discovery. Elizabeth, now co-director of the Gombe Mother-Infant Project, explores the most intimate relationship...

8 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Talking Apes

Gorilla Doctors! World Gorilla Day Special with Kirsten Gilardi | Episode 57

Season 4 Premiere: World Gorilla Day Special Episode! 🦍 We’re thrilled to launch Season 4 of Talking Apes with a special release in celebration of World Gorilla Day! This episode features an in-depth conversation with Kirsten Gilardi, Executive Director of Gorilla Doctors, the ground-breaking organization that’s saving gorillas through cutting-edge veterinary care. In this episode, Kirsten shares her passion for gorilla conservation and the awe-inspiring experiences of working up close wit...

9 months ago

1 hour 22 minutes

Talking Apes

Chimps of the Fiery Savanna with Dr Jill Pruetz - World Chimpanzee Day 2024 | Episode 56

Amidst the harsh terrain and frequent fires of Senegal's savanna landscape lives a community of remarkable chimps. What makes them different from their forest-dwelling kin? And what can they reveal about human evolution? Join us on World Chimpanzee Day for a journey into the heart of the savanna to explore the world of chimps with Dr Jill Pruetz. Following her pioneering research in Senegal's savanna habitat, Jill reveals her incredible discoveries about the behavior of our closest re...

11 months ago

2 hours

Talking Apes

30 Years Living with Chimps, with John Mitani | Episode 55

Learn about the secrets of ape society with Dr John Mitani Join us for the second time on Talking Apes with John Mitani, a renowned primatologist with over three decades of experience studying chimpanzees in the wild. Known for his ground-breaking research and role as the scientific consultant for Netflix's "Chimp Empire," John shares his wealth of knowledge and incredible experiences from the forests of Kibale and beyond. From discovering unusually large chimpanzee groups to observing intr...

12 months ago

1 hour 33 minutes

Talking Apes

Teasing Tactics: Ape Play and Pranks with Dr Isabelle Laumer | Episode 54

Playful Teasing in Great Apes with Isabelle Laumer Did you know that great apes engage in playful teasing, much like human children? Join us for another episode of Talking Apes Podcast featuring Isabelle Laumer, a renowned researcher in animal behavior and cognition at Max Planck. Isabelle and her team have conducted groundbreaking research on playful teasing in great apes, revealing fascinating parallels between our closest relatives and human infants. In this episode, we delve into the c...

1 year ago

34 minutes

Talking Apes

Stories of Survival and Struggle with Journalist Jeremy Hance | Episode 53

Join us for this episode of Talking Apes featuring Jeremy Hance, a distinguished environmental journalist renowned for his unwavering commitment to biodiversity. With a prolific career writing for outlets like Mongabay and the Guardian, Jeremy shares his insights on conservation and the emotional challenges of his work. Jeremy shares his lifelong love for wild things and his identity as a storyteller. He talks about the joy and challenges of covering critical issues like global warming, poac...

1 year ago

1 hour 20 minutes

Talking Apes

Make Travel Meaningful: Earth Day Special with NatHab's Ben Bressler | Episode 52

Does connecting to a planet require seeing it? And at what cost to the environment, the wildlife, and people? Join us for an Earth Day special on Talking Apes Podcast as we chat with Ben Bressler, founder of Natural Habitat Adventures, about the transformative power of purposeful travel. 'We're passionate about conservation, and we're passionate about travel, so we use travel to affect conservation.' A Conservation Journey: From humble beginnings in the late 1980s, Natural Habitat Adv...

1 year ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Talking Apes

Empathy and Sympathy in Conservation with Dr Kathayoon Khalil | Episode 51

Greetings, troop! Welcome back to Talking Apes Season 3. We're kicking off 2024 with a thought-provoking episode featuring Kathayoon Khalil, conservation psychologist and education professional with a rich background spanning zoos, aquariums, museums, and nature centers. This week, our chat explores: The Power of Empathy – How it shapes our attitudes towards animals and influences our actions. Kathayoon helps us understand how empathy can be a dynamic tool for positive conservation ac...

1 year ago

1 hour 8 minutes