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Earth Month Special- Al Gore's Our Choice (Zoo-notable S2E27)
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're celebrating Earth Month throughout April to promote environmental activism and conservation action. Today we dive into Al Gore's follow-up to hi...
Finding Eco-Happiness with Sandi Schwartz (Zoo-notable S2E26)
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sandi Schwartz has written the book I dream of writing myself. So naturally, I was super excited to have her on Zoo-notable to talk about her new book...
Write Balance with Bonni Goldberg (Zoo-notable S2E25)
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a special episode, talking to author Bonni Goldberg about her new book, The Write Balance. We discuss how percolating leads to exceptional wri...
Special Interview with Jan Wright: Dear Mrs. Wright, a Teacher's Memoir
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jan spent more than 30 years as a teacher, and shares her insights as she started her journey, and ended her journey as a teacher for youth. Jan share...
How to Be a Good Creature by Sy Montgomery (Zoo-notable S2E23)
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sy Montgomery is an award-winning author who lives in New Hampshire with their border collie Thurber and a flock of hens, known as the ladies. You can...
Year of Living Kindly by Donna Cameron
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm revisiting an older Zoo-notable with A Year of Living Kindly by Donna Cameron, because, right now, I feel the world could use a little kindness, c...
Quest for Tears with Author Seán Dwyer
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Zoo-notable, I speak with author Seán Dwyer and his remarkable story A Quest for Tears, about surviving and learning to thrive after ...
Steve Irwin's Birthday: Wildlife Warrior by Richard Shears
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating a true conservation hero in every sense of the word, I'm delving into the book Wildlife Warrior about the life and tragic death of Steve I...
Love 2.0 by Barbara Fredrickson: Valentine's Day Special (Zoo-notable S2E19)
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to upgrade what we think about love, and celebrate positive connections with others to create happiness, hopefulness, and health in our live...
Wangari Maathai- Planting Trees to Change the World (Zoo-notable S2E18)
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating Black History Month with my favorite conservation hero, Wangari Maathai. She is the Nobel Peace Prize winning founder of the Green Belt Mo...
Thich Nhat Hanh- Miracle of Mindfulness (Zoo-notable S2E17)
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I heard of Vietnamese Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh's passing on January 22, I knew I needed to share some of his wisdom as a way to honor this w...
7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey (S2E16 Zoonotable)
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're discussing the king of self-improvement books today with The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. There's a reason this is the ...
Zoo-notable S2E15- Words to Live By by Eknath Easwaran
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It may not be your typical Zoo-notable, but Words to Live By is still a fascinating and insightful book that can change how we view meditation, and he...
Zoo-Notable S2E14- Rethinking Positive Thinking by Gabrielle Oettingen
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have goals and big dreams for 2022? Then THIS is definitely the Zoo-notable for you. We're going to delve into the new science of motivation so we can...
Zoo-Notable S2E13- The Harry Potter Series by JK Rowling
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this special Christmastime episode of Zoo-notable, I'm sharing my absolutely favorite book series of all time, the Harry Potter books by JK Rowlin...
Zoo-notable S2E12: So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get your dream job, or achieve success in all your endeavors? You get so good "they" can't ignore you! Let's dive into this insightful book...
Zoo-notable S2E11- Zookeeper Dreams and Travel Extremes
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This was hands down one of my favorite interviews I've done all year. Lynn is an inspiration to all those who wish to dedicate their lives to caring f...
Zoo-notable S2E10- On Writing by Stephen King
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) and I thought I'd share some deep wisdom from a master on the craft of writing, Stephen King and his fan...
Zoo-notable S2E9: Clare Meeker and Growing Up Gorilla
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Clare Meeker is a great friend to ZooFit, having written books about Woodland Park Zoo, where I spent 6 wonderful years caring for animals. Clare is a...
S2E8- Planet Palm by Jocelyn Zuckerman
14 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Orangutan Caring Week (because Awareness isn't enough, we have to CARE, folks!) I finally got my hands on a copy of Planet Palm by Jocelyn...
Zoonotable S2E7- Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I cannot speak highly-enough about Brené Brown and her work to be vulnerable, courageous, and transform our lives-- to shine bright as radiant exempl...
Zoo-notable (S2E6)- The Secret Lives of Bats by Merlin Tuttle
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Merlin Tuttle is the real life Batman. His mission to save bats around the world has led on extraordinary journeys, making friends along the way from ...
Zoo-notable S2E5: Wood Floats with Chris Loper
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What could go wrong if you do backflips on the school bus? How exactly does a potato cannon become a flamethrower? Are bananaberries real? The answ...
Zoo-Notable S2E4- Do It Scared by Ruth Soukup
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Does your fear hold you back from accomplishing your dreams and being the best version of yourself? Let Do It Scared show how to conquer your fears by...
Zoo-notable S2E3- Cartoon Introduction to Climate Change by Yoram Bauman and Grady Klein
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Cartoon Introduction to Climate Change is a well-informed and easy-to-understand look at what climate change is and isn't, how to discuss it with ...
Zoo-notable S2 E2: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How can improving your sleep improve your life's work, and your health? Matthew Walker, neuro-psychologist and sleep expert shares the wonders of this...
Zoo-Notable S2E1: Dave Johnson- Zoodiac Kids
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Johnson is a zookeeper and conservationist who started the Katie Adamson Conservation Fund (KACF) to honor a wonderful friend and fellow conserva...
Zoo-notable #19- Be a Sloth
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss some incredible life lessons from a sloth. In this adorably illustrated short book by Sarah Ford, Sloth teaches us lessons to living ...
Zoo-notable #19: Reuse, Recycle, Reduce Your Waist
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrate Plastic-Free July AND National Zookeeper Week with a great book written by a zookeeper to help us all reduce our plastic waste. Reuse,...
Zoo-notable #17: Rethink the Bins
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I sit down to chat with author Julia Goldstein about her amazing book Rethink the Bins, and simple actions we can take to reduce our waste and our imp...
Zoo-notable #16- Intuitive Eating
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Break free from societal norms with the wisdom from Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch. Learn more about Intuitive Eating and ge...
Zoo-notable #15 (Part 2): Zoomility with Dr. Grey Stafford
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I had so much fun nerding out on animal behavior with our guest tonight that I'm splitting the Zoo-notable on his amazing book, Zoomility, into 2 part...
Zoo-notable #15- Zoomility with Dr. Grey Stafford (Part 1)
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I had so much fun nerding out on animal behavior with our guest tonight that I'm splitting the Zoo-notable on his amazing book, Zoomility, into 2 part...
Zoo-notable #14- Food Rules by Michael Pollan
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The ever confusing question "What should I eat?" becomes simpler with Michael Pollan's book titled Food Rules. This tiny book is power-packed with gre...
Zoo-notable #13- The Pursuit of Perfect
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pursuit of Perfect by Tal Ben-Shahar is the perfect read for anyone wanting to level up their life, and shift from a Perfectionist mindset to the ...
Zoo-notable #12- Life Safari by John Strelecky
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are embarking on a wonderful safari in this Zoo-notable. John Strelecky is a master of parables. Along with this book Life Safari, he also has Why ...
Episode 11- Getting a Job in Wildlife Biology with Stephanie Schuttler
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Schuttler is also known as the Fancy Scientist, breaking down the barriers of what we THINK scientists are all about. If you've wanted to pu...
Zoo-notable #10- The Miracle Equation by Hal Elrod
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know what it takes to achieve all your dreams and goals? Just the Miracle Equation-- Unwavering Faith and Extraordinary Effort. We'll discuss ...
Zoo-notable #9- Dragons, Unicorns, Chimera, and Clickers by Laura VanArendonk Baugh
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Reporter Ana is brought behind the scenes of a particularly unique and wonderful zoo, filled with magical creatures. As Ana observes Bigfoot, chimera,...
Zoo-notable #8- ZooFit Safari
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our last Earth Month Zoo-notable, I discuss my book ZooFit Safari and how saving the planet can be good for us in achieving our health and fitness ...
Zoo-notable #7- Superman's Not Coming by Erin Brockovich
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating Earth Month with this fascinating call to action from Erin Brockovich in her latest book "Superman's Not Coming". Let's do our part to be ...
Zoo-notable #6- Frog and Toad Together
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
April is National Frog Month, so what better time to revisit a childhood favorite story of mine-- Frog and Toad Together by Arnold Lobel. We discuss b...
Zoo-notable #5- The Flight of the Hummingbird
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating Earth Month, I felt it completely appropriate to it off with a parable perfect for the environment, or anyone working towards a bodacious ...
#4- Animals Make Us Human by Dr. Temple Grandin
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Written in 2005, this book is an oldie, but pack-filled with so much wisdom from an expert on animal welfare. Improve your own animals' lives b...
Zoo-notable- Fix Your Period
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is for all the ladies out there who struggle throughout the month to find the right energy, the right foods, and the right healthy habits to supp...
Lads Before the Wind by Karen Pryor
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lads Before the Wind chronicles Karen Pryor's 8 years working with dolphins (porpoises as they called them) at Hawaii's Sea Life Park in the 1960s. Sh...
Zoo-Notable Miracle Morning
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hal Elrod is the creator of the Miracle Morning, with a community of millions of followers whose lives have been transformed, one morning at a time. L...