Ashley Holmes and Maggie Dewane

The Watering Hole

Science EN ↓ 60 episodes

A podcast hosted by two animal enthusiasts who are equally enthused by drinking. Each episode features new wildlife, rooted in science and conservation, with a tipsy twist.

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Ashley Holmes and Maggie Dewane

Episodes

10. Peter Pan of Salamanders 19.12.2018 44:54

In Season 1's epic finale, we're talking about a beady-eyed amphibian that never grows up and a bird whose migration requires it to double in size. And while you anxiously await our return in Season 2, check out our Instagram @thewateringholepod where we'll be posting animal facts and photos periodically when we're not drinking. [Season 1, Episode 10]

9. The Worst Sex on the Planet 12.12.2018 47:30

This episode's animals are living eco friendly lifestyles by eating their own poop and being energy efficient. What on earth are we talking about? Capybaras and lightning bugs. [Season 1, Episode 9] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Send us an email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

8. Emphasized Body Parts 05.12.2018 54:28

Time to go under the sea for an all-ocean episode! The oceans cover 2/3 of our planet and are home to millions of creatures. In this episode we learn about two animals and the lives they lead in the deep blue sea: cuttlefish and sea turtles. [Season 1, Episode 8] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Send us an email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

7. A Fuzzy Soccer Ball 28.11.2018 34:36

In Episode 7 we're talking about one of our favorite canids, the maned wolf, and one of our favorite flightless birds, the kiwi! In our Mermaid's Purse, we're featuring some serious sexual dimorphism. [Season 1, Episode 7] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Send us an email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

6. That Hippy Bird Lifestyle 21.11.2018 36:06

African Wild Dogs and Acorn Woodpeckers are the name of the game today, and we can't get over how impressive both of these animals are, from democratic family decisions to stashing food in water tanks, you'll be shocked too! [Season 1, Episode 6] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Send us an email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

5. Maggie Lists Mammals 14.11.2018 43:06

Today we're talking about a flying mammal, the Lesser Long Nosed Bat, and one of the most deadly reptiles in the world, the Komodo Dragon. We end our episode with cute and cuddly in our Mermaid's Purse, featuring a mammal that was put together like a Mr. Potato Head. [Season 1, Episode 5] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Send us an email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

4. That’s a Fancy Potato 07.11.2018 46:55

Have you ever tried to passively eat? One of our animals this week specializes in it. It's also the largest fish in the ocean! The other animal in this week's episode was considered "bizarre" by Rudyard Kipling and enjoys the Bear Necessities. [Season 1, Episode 4] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Or send us an email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

3. The Weight of a Pug 31.10.2018 45:40

From the tallest mammal on earth to one you've probably never heard of, we're taking you throughout Africa this episode. [Season 1, Episode 3] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Or send us at email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

2. Measuring in Penguins 24.10.2018 49:13

2018 is the Year of the Bird and we're celebrating with all things aviary this episode. Join us to learn about the Whooping Crane and the Adelie penguin. Spoiler: the Mermaid's Purse isn't a bird, but it does get pretty evil. [Season 1, Episode 2] Follow us on instagram @thewateringholepod Send us an email at thewateringholepod@gmail.com

1. Wine on my Narwhal 16.10.2018 53:02

Welcome to The Watering Hole! This podcast will explore different animal species each episode, from basic biology to threats they face and what people are doing about it. Not your typical educational podcast, hosts Ashley and Maggie will be under the influence for every episode. Because what great conversation (or conservation) didn't start after a little libation? On Episode 1, we kick off the po...