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Voices for Conservation is a podcast series highlighting the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium community members and the conservation issues that matter to them. We focus on learning about our team members to build understanding and belonging. Voices for Conservation is hosted by the Volunteer Engagement team at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
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S3E5 Animal Health Care with Dr. Karen Wolf, Head Veterinarian
We were excited to chat with Doctor Karen about her journey toward becoming a vet and her experiences caring for the endangered American Red Wolf.
S3E4 Celebrating Zoolights with Justin and Sam
On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina sit down with Facilities Lead Sam M. and Visitor Services Supervisor Justin C . to chat about their roles and their favorite things…
S3E3 Chatting with the Eye to Eye Shark Dive Team
On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey sits down with Cameron T. and Jackie K. from the Eye to Eye Shark Dive Team to chat about their roles within the aquarium and some of their favorite…
S3E2 Kelp Conservation with Mark and Heidi
On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina chatted with Staff Biologist Mark M and Dive Safety Officer Heidi about PDZA's involvement in kelp conservation. We learned about PDZA's…
S3E1 Getting to know Senior Guides Cassidy, Quill, and Ren
In this episode, Stacey sits down with three senior members of our Youth Leadership Development team and chats about their experiences as volunteers and their goals for beyond PDZA.
S2E12 Learning about Shark Conservation with Cindy K.
On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina chat about the Shark and Ray SAFE, Sharks and Rays Awareness Day, and how we can support oceanic sharks. Stacey also chats with Aquarist…
S2E11 Animal Health Care with Bianca and Dr. Cassidy
In this staff chat, Stacey sits down with two members of our Animal Health Care team, Vet Tech Bianca M. and Dr. Cassidy S.
S2E10 Climate Fatigue and Burnout
In this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey and Philina chat about burnout, fatigue, and how Zoo professionals get a double dose of both from both climate change and zoo work. Burnout and…
S2E8 2024 Volunteer Supervisors of the Year
In this special Staff Chat, Stacey chats with 2024 Supervisors of the Year Suzanne Akerman and Laura Rynberg.
S2E9 2024 Volunteer Award Winners
In this episode, Stacey sits down with our six 2024 Volunteer Award Winners.2024 Rising Star Award: Shelby R. and Walt B.2024 Unsung Hero Award: Tony C. and Jackie C.C.2024 Rookie of the Year: Bob…
S2E7 Corals around the world
On this episode of Breaks for Conservation, Philina talks about corals, why we care about corals, and chats with Amy H. and Mette H. about designing the Coral Up Close exhibit in Tropical Reef…
S2E6 Evolution of the TRA with Aquarium Cindy K. and Bruce J.
On this Staff Chat, Stacey chats with Aquarist Cindy K. and Volunteer Bruce J. about their experiences in the newly remodeled Tropical Reef Aquarium.
S2E5 Plant Conservation with Lead Horticulturist Bryon J.
On this episode of Breaks for Conservation, Stacey is joined by Lead Horticulturist Bryon J.
S2E4 Unique stories from Front Gate team members Christie W. and Diamond G.
On this staff chat, Stacey talks with Front Gate Leads Christie and Diamond about their journey to PDZA and some of the unique stories from the Front Gate.
S2E3 Species Survival Plans (SSP) and Saving Animals From Extinction (SAFE)
On this episode of Voices for Conservation, Stacey chats with Curator Natalie D. and Aquarist Mark M. about their involvement in the Red Wolf SSP and the Sunflower Star SAFE program.
S2E2 Red Wolf Staff Biologist Jamie O.
In this staff chat, we talk with staff biologist Jamie O. and her experiences in the Red Wolf Program.
S2E1 Motivational empathy with guest Nicole M.
On this episode of Breaks for Conservation, we dive back into empathy with a focus on how zoos & aquariums can support conservation action by stimulating motivational empathy in our guests.…
S1E19 Voices for Conservation: Anniversary Episode with Deputy Director Sarah
In this special anniversary episode, we sit down with PDZA Deputy Director Sarah and chat about one year of Voices for Conservation.
S1E18 Equity in Conservation with Jasmine Williams, PDZA
Hear how Jasmine Williams, Community Collaboration Manager at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium made her way into the zoo and aquarium field. We will also dive into what equity and equity in…
S1E17 Staff Chat: Guest Engagement Interpretive Specialist Abbi R.
On this episode of Staff Chats, Stacey talks with Abbi Robocker, Guest Engagement Interpretive Specialist, at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. We learn about how her love of PNW marine life, her…
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Voices for Conservation has published 36 episodes since August 2023, covering topics in Natural Sciences, Science.
Voices for Conservation is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 28m.
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