Wildly Curious
Wildly Curious is a comedy podcast where science, nature, and curiosity collide. Hosted by Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole, two wildlife experts with a combined 25+ years of conservation education experience, the show dives into wild animal behaviors, unexpected scientific discoveries, and bizarre natural phenomena. With a knack for breaking down complex topics into fun and digestible insights, Katy and Laura make science accessible for all—while still offering fresh perspectives for seasoned science enthusiasts. Each episode blends humor with real-world science, taking listeners on an engaging journey filled with quirky facts and surprising revelations. Whether you're a curious beginner or a lifelong science lover, this podcast offers a perfect mix of laughs, learning, and the unexpected wonders of the natural world.
Wildly Curious
Latest Episodes
Mutations Explained: The Tiny DNA Changes That Can Change Everything
Subscribe and unleash your inner science goblin. We see you. We respect it.What happens when your DNA makes a typo?In this episode of Wildly Curious, Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole dive into the strange, fascina...
The Poisonous Bird You've Probably Never Heard Of
Most birds are harmless.This one is poisonous.In this minisode of Wildly Curious, Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole dive into one of the strangest birds on Earth: the pitohui, a brightly colored songbird from New Guinea that carri...
Real Life Zombies: How Parasites and Fungi Control Animal Minds
Subscribe and unleash your inner science goblin. We see you. We respect it.What if “zombies” weren’t just fiction?In this Season 14 kickoff episode of Wildly Curious, Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole dive into the...
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