Zoo-notable

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 vital activity in his book Why We Sleep. Want to check out the entire book? Or other Zoo-notable books? Find them at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and all our projects, including Zoo-notables by joining the ot...

Dave Johnson is a zookeeper and conservationist who started the Katie Adamson Conservation Fund (KACF) to honor a wonderful friend and fellow conservationist. He has written 3 books and has a 4th one coming out December 2021, I am Katie. We're discussing all the wonderful projects the KACF is doing, as well as the delightful and enlightening book Zoodiac Kids. Want to do more to help Dave and his...

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 a happy and content life by avoiding the rat race and taking life at his own pace. He exemplifies living green and training positive. Some further links- Join ZooFit Tribe on Patreon Check out Be a Sloth or grab a copy for yourself Check out other li...

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, Recycle, Reduce Your Waist helps create wins all around with making fitness fun and enjoyable, saving money, and keeping our landfills just a little bit clearer of household junk. Want to grab your copy of Reuse, Recycle, Reduce Your Waist? Visit Zo...

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 impact on the planet. We don't just discuss plastics, but food waste and other consumer choices that have an impact on the planet. You can learn more about Rethink the Bins and Material Value, and connect with Julia online at juliagoldsteinauthor.com Su...

Break free from societal norms with the wisdom from Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch.  Learn more about Intuitive Eating and get the book! Support ZooFit on Patreon, join the Eating Positive Challenge, as I implement the ideas of Intuitive Eating to make nutrition and wellness fun and enjoyable for each one of us.

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 parts. Here is part 2 where we continue our talk on how positive reinforcement empowers us and the animals and teaches us to never give up! Listen to Part 1 here: https://anchor.fm/pj-beaven/episodes/Zoo-notable-15--Zoomility-with-Dr--Grey-Stafford-Part-...

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 parts. Here is part 1 where we discuss some of the negative effects of punishment, the benefits of positive reinforcement, and how setting our animals up for success actually sets US up for success! Learn more about Zoomility, Zoo Logic, and Dr. Grey Sta...

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 great ideas all centered around the theme of Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly plants. We'll discuss how to treat your meat, navigating the supermarket, cooking, and the idea that How you eat is as important as What you eat. Check out Michael Pollan and mo...

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 Optimalist mindset. In this Note, we discuss Learn to Fail or Fail to Learn, The Good Enough Principle, Being a Benefit-Finder, the PRP (LRS for humans), and Gratitude and Hope to end Suffering. Discover more of what Tal Ben-Shahar has to offer by vi...

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 Are You Here Cafe?, and Big Five for Life. Learn more about John and his books at johnstrelecky.com Support ZooFit so we can continue with our programs, continuously growing and spiraling up. Join the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon , a fan-funded site wher...

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 pursue a career in studying wildlife, you are going to love our conversation. We discuss how to deal with rejection, sparking curiosity about life and the world around us, the scientific method, and the Bigger Picture.  Her book is called Getting...

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 some big ideas such as what is Unwavering Faith and Extraordinary Effort, The Real Purpose of Goals, How to Create Accountability, and Programming Our Brain to Perform Miracles. If you would like to check out Miracle Equation for yourself: https://th...

Reporter Ana is brought behind the scenes of a particularly unique and wonderful zoo, filled with magical creatures. As Ana observes Bigfoot, chimera, griffins, and even the loch ness monster interacting and working with their wonderful human caregivers, she learns about positive reinforcement training, and how using positivity creates magic wherever you go. Connect with Laura online at: http://la...

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 goals. Learn more about ZooFit and get your copy of ZooFit Safari at https://www.zoofit.net/ Support ZooFit and receive extra bonus material like interviews, special workouts, recipes, and classes by signing up for Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/zo...

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 the heroes the world needs. Grab your own copy of Superman's Not Coming or simply learn more about Erin Brockovich and her work: https://www.brockovich.com/ Support ZooFit and future projects: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit

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 big ideas such as creating flow and structure with your day, nourishing your soul, and improving your willpower.  Want to read Frog and Toad or some of your other favorites from your childhood? Visit your local library, or look your favorite book...

Celebrating Earth Month, I felt it completely appropriate to it off with a parable perfect for the environment, or anyone working towards a bodacious goal in life. I embody the ideals of the Hummingbird, and know you'll love these Big Ideas, too. Flight of the Hummingbird by Michael Nicoll Yahulanaas with Wangari Maathai and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Pick up your copy of the book and share it w...

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 by starting with yourself, with big ideas such as Keep Moving and Letting the Bad Become the New Normal.  Check out ZooFit's Zoo-notable Blog: https://www.zoofit.net/zoo-notable-animals-in-translation/ Learn more about Temple Grandin: https://www...

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 support them. While there is literally no way I could share all the amazing information from this book in 30 minutes or less, I did want to discuss some of the highlights with you, and truly encourage you to check out the book Fix Your Period by Nicole J...

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. She and her colleagues became pioneers in what is now standard practices of animal training with positive reinforcement. This book highlights some of those innovative techniques they created. Let's dive in and have fun learning how to apply these ideas...

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. Let's dive into this incredible book, a great way to kick-off the Zoo-notable podcast!