Animals To The Max Podcast

In this episode, I have a sit-down Q & A session with wildlife rehabilitator, Mady Rothchild, from Animals In Distress Association. Mady has been working with native, North American wildlife for over 33 years. We answer submitted wildlife questions and talk about animals that live in our own backyards. Topics include what to do if you find a baby bird, raccoons as pets, badgers and if they are...

In this episode, I interview John Turini, the founder of The Wildlife Rockstars, Bridges for Brain Injury Organization. It is the only program in the United States that uses exotic animals to help people who have suffered from traumatic brain injuries. For more information, please visit: http://www.bridgesforbraininjury.org/wildliferockstars/wildliferockstars.html Follow Corbin Maxey YouTube: http...

In this episode, I interview sound artist, educator, TV personality, and National Geographic Explorer, Ben Mirin. We discuss Ben's unique passion for music and wildlife and how his beats have raised awareness about animal conservation around the world. For more information about Ben, visit: http://benmirin.com Ben's TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUD4ED5hezQ&t=608s Follow Corbin Max...

In this episode, I interview Erin Vargo, "The Cheetah Whisperer". Erin has been obsessed with cheetahs her whole life and has worked with over 70 individual cats. We discuss her first encounters with cheetahs volunteering for The Cheetah Conservation Fund in Namibia. We then dive into her work training a cheetah cub named "David" at The Wildlife Safari Park in Oregon. We end our discussion talking...

In this episode, I interview Henry Kacprzyk, curator of Reptiles and Kids Kingdom at The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. We discuss his exciting 38 year career at the zoo working his way up from keeper to curator. Henry talks about his early beginnings in the 80's during the zoo's transition from old victorian style exhibits to more naturalistic. We then discuss his early days as a Big Cat keeper...

In this episode, I talk about my recent experience traveling to Washington to release two Black Bears named "America" and "Liberty". For more information, please visit https://www.facebook.com/blackbearrehab Follow Corbin Maxey YouTube: https://goo.gl/ZbuBnR Instagram: https://goo.gl/NDYWFF Twitter: https://goo.gl/F4zVfN Facebook: https://goo.gl/ZsE1SP

In this episode, I interview award-winning author and conservationist Carl Safina. He's the author of seven books and his latest, Beyond Words: How Animals Think and Feel is a New York Times Bestseller. In the book, Carl shares extraordinary stories of animals and their consciousness, self-awareness and empathy and the similarities to humans. We discuss Carl's early beginnings and what led him to...

In this episode, I interview Chris and Angie, hosts of the popular “All Creatures Podcast”. We cover everything from animal reproduction, unusual platypus anatomy, and how to get people excited about wildlife conservation. For more information, please visit: http://allcreaturespod.com Follow Corbin Maxey YouTube: https://goo.gl/ZbuBnR Instagram: https://goo.gl/NDYWFF Twitter: https://goo.gl/F4zVfN...

In this episode, I interview my good friend, Dr. Munir Virani. He's the Vice President for Conservation Strategy and External Affairs at The Peregrine Fund. We discuss Asian and African Vultures and why they are considered one of the most threatened groups of animals on the planet. Threats we cover include human/animal conflict, poisoning, poaching, and use on the black market. Dr. Virani also rec...

In this episode, I talk with sea lion keeper and trainer Sam Fantuzzi from The Turtle Back Zoo. We discuss her early beginnings training marine mammals and what led her to her dream job.  For more information please visit http://turtlebackzoo.com/discover/sea-lion-sound-exhibit/ Follow Corbin Maxey YouTube:  https://goo.gl/ZbuBnR Instagram:  https://goo.gl/NDYWFF  Twitter:...

In this episode, I interview Dr. Scott Sampson from the popular PBS Kids "Dinosaur Train" program. We talk about his early beginnings and how that led him to become a paleontologist. We then touch base on the dinosaurs he's discovered and common misconceptions people have about them. We also talk about how he brought his passion for nature and paleontology to television audiences around the world....

In this episode, I speak to Kate Shaw, the host of the very popular Strange Animals Podcast. We discuss some of cryptozoology's most famous animals including Big Foot, the Yeti, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Chupacabra. We then cover extinct animals including the Tasmanian Tiger, the Passenger Pigeon, the Ivory-billed Woodpecker, the Dodo, the Wooly Mammoth, and the Irish Elk. Check out the Stran...

In this episode, I discuss my experience appearing on Megyn Kelly TODAY and the amazing animals I was able to work with. 

In this episode, I share some exciting news! *** VERY IMPORTANT UPDATE: My appearance on Megyn Kelly TODAY will be on FRIDAY, April 6th NOT Thursday!  Follow Corbin Maxey YouTube:  https://goo.gl/ZbuBnR Instagram:  https://goo.gl/NDYWFF Twitter:  https://goo.gl/F4zVfN Facebook:  https://goo.gl/ZsE1SP

In this episode, I speak to Josie from The Sea Turtle Second Chance Program at The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. We discuss sea turtle "cold stunning" and other obstacles they face out in the wild. We then talk about their rescue and rehabilitation program with the end goal of releasing them back into the wild. Learn more http://www.pittsburghzoo.org Follow Corbin Maxey YouTube:  http...

In this special edition of Animals To The Max, I interview my good friend, and longtime veterinarian, Dr. Mike Koob from The Idaho Humane Society. We answer submitted questions about your pets and their veterinary care. Topics include the safest way to treat fleas, the side effects of Predisone, heartworms, frisky cats, crate training, vaccines, spaying and neutering, effects of raw food diets,&nb...

I give my take on the science teacher who fed a puppy to a snapping turtle. I then discuss my thoughts on the decision to euthanize the turtle.  Follow Corbin Maxey Instagram: https://goo.gl/NDYWFF Twitter: https://goo.gl/F4zVfN Facebook: https://goo.gl/xRE1sJ YouTube: https://goo.gl/ZbuBnR For more fun, animal related videos, visit https://goo.gl/Knwrh7

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and one of the hardest working people in wildlife rescue, Mady Rothchild. She runs Animals In Distress, a native wildlife rescue based in Boise, Idaho. We discuss her rescue work with bats, badgers, beavers, birds, foxes, coyotes, raccoons, and cougar kittens. She also gives advice to anyone looking to start or work at a wildlife rescue. For more inf...

In this episode, I speak to my good friend and wildlife biologist, Diane Schmidt. We begin discussing her wildlife adventures being an undergrad at Boise State University. We talk about the Seychelles Islands home to giant tortoises, fruit bats, and sea turtles. We then discuss the vulture crisis in India along with seeing wild tigers. We end the discussion with her field work during her mast...

In this episode, I speak to wildlife advocate and adventure enthusiast, Aaron Couch. We discuss his early beginnings volunteering at zoos and working at a pet emergency clinic in Alaska. We then discuss wolves, his work at the Teton Raptor Center, and how to inspire others interested in working with wildlife.   Visit Aaron's blog:  http://destinationreroute.com

Could you imagine getting paid to swim with sharks, rescue sea turtles, and train an octopus named "Octavia"? If so, this weeks Animals To The Max Podcast is for you! I sit down with aquarist Sam, from the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, NJ. We talk about her early childhood marine inspirations, swimming with Great White Sharks in South Africa, and finally landing her dream job as as aquarist. We di...

In this episode, I discuss my recent appearance on The Today Show working with former First Lady Laura Bush, Jenna Bush, and Kathie Lee Gifford. I also talk about my experience filming with sea lions, giraffes, hyenas, and lions at The Turtle Back Zoo. 

In this episode, I share my recent interview with Mathew Price, host of the Zookeeper Stories Podcast. Subscribe to Zookeeper Stories here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/zookeeper-stories/id1105130412?mt=2

In this episode, along with the help from Godzilla the Green Iguana, I share some exciting news about an upcoming media appearance. 

In order to hear both sides of the controversial wolf reintroduction, I sit down with avid sportsman Caleb. We discuss common wolf criticisms including their impact on deer and elk herds, surplus killings, and encounters with humans. We also touch base on predator management, trophy hunting in Africa, and wildlife conservation.