Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation
Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation is a podcast hosted by Dr. Danté Fenolio, Vice President of the Center for Conservation & Research at San Antonio Zoo, and his daughter Sierra Fenolio. The series explores global conservation efforts, from local fieldwork in Texas to remote international locations. Each episode highlights the challenges, breakthroughs, and individuals working to protect endangered species. The podcast celebrates San Antonio Zoo's 111-year legacy in conservation, education, and wildlife preservation.
Episodes
What it REALLY takes to run a zoo with Jesse Vargas; Edge of the Earth | San Antonio Zoo Podcast
There's a LOT more to running a zoo than you might think. On this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, Dr. Danté Fenolio and Sierra Fenolio are joined by San Antonio Zoo COO Jesse Vargas for a look at the side of zoo work most guests never get to see. How do you turn an idea like Congo Falls into a functioning habitat? What happens when the survival of an endangered species
Platypuses with Dr. Tahneal Hawke
Meet the mammal that lays eggs, detects its prey through electrical signals, glows under UV light and—in the case of males—comes equipped with venomous ankle spurs. Platypuses may look like they were assembled from nature's spare parts, but every one of their bizarre features has an incredible story behind it. In this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, hosts Dr. Danté Fenolio
Tim Morrow: Bold Ideas, Zoo Leadership & Community Impact
What does it take to transform a century-old zoo while keeping conservation at the heart of every decision? In this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, hosts Dr. Danté Fenolio and Sierra Fenolio are joined by Tim Morrow, President and CEO of San Antonio Zoo. Tim shares the unexpected path that led him to zoo leadership and reflects on the experiences, challenges, and big ideas tha
Deep Sea Marine Biology: Eels, Sharks and Conservation!
What can eel larvae, glowing bacteria, and sharp-toothed fish teach us about life in the deep ocean? In this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, hosts Dr. Danté Fenolio and Sierra Fenolio are joined by Dr. Jon Moore, professor of biology at Florida Atlantic University's Wilkes Honors College. Dr. Moore shares his experiences studying deep-sea ecosystems and working alongside Dr. F
Texas Horned Lizard: Blood, Myths and Conservation!
Fun fact: When threatened, Texas horned lizards can squirt blood from their eyes to ward off predators! And somehow, it still isn't the most interesting thing about them. In this episode, we're joined by guest speaker Bekky Muscher-Hodges, Manager of the Center for Conservation and Research at San Antonio Zoo, to take a closer look at the "Horny Toad" (the Texas horned lizard), one of North Americ
First Ever Giant Squid Captured On Camera with Dr. Edie Widder
You don't want to miss this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation! Renowned oceanographer, marine biologist, and explorer Dr. Edith Widder joins us for a fascinating journey into the depths of the ocean. As the co-founder and CEO of the Ocean Research & Conservation Association, Dr. Widder has spent her career uncovering the mysteries of the deep sea—often lighting the way wi
Talking Glowing Shrimp and Deep Sea Exploration with Heather Bracken-Grissom
In this episode, we dive into the mysterious world of glowing shrimp and the wonders of deep-sea exploration with marine biologist Heather Bracken-Grissom. She unpacks the science behind bioluminescence and what makes deep-sea crustaceans some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. The conversation also explores how scientists study the ocean's depths and the challenges of uncovering life in
Exploring Blackwater Cave Diving with Mike Bartick
In this episode, we venture into the open ocean at night with underwater photographer and blackwater diving expert Mike Bartick. He shares how blackwater diving reveals rarely seen larval and deep-sea species, why it's becoming so important for marine research, and what it's like to encounter the ocean's most mysterious creatures suspended in the dark.
She flew above the Amazon Rainforest! Women in Stem with Kamryn Richard
In this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, we sit down with Kamryn to talk about what it's really like to be a woman working in conservation today. She opens up about the challenges, the resilience, and the unexpected hurdles she's faced in a male-dominated field — but also the incredible moments that make it all worth it. From flying a bush plane over the Amazon rainforest to co
Blackwater Diving with Robert Stansfield
Today's episode dives into the deep with Robert Stansfield of Blackwater Cozumel as we explore the fascinating world of blackwater diving. Learn how this unique diving technique reveals rarely seen marine life, why it's so essential for research and conservation, and what it's like to encounter the ocean's most mysterious creatures in the dark.
New England Cottontail
In this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, we're joined by Lou Perrotti, Director of Conservation Programs at Roger Williams Park Zoo. The conversation focuses on the New England Cottontail and the critical conservation efforts underway to protect this important species and its habitat.
Burying Beetles
In this episode of Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, we're joined by Lou Perrotti, Director of Conservation Programs at Roger Williams Park Zoo. The conversation focuses on the burying beetle and the critical conservation efforts underway to protect this important species and its habitat.
GRACE Foundation
Welcome to Edge of the Earth: Tales of Conservation, the official podcast of San Antonio Zoo! In our very first episode, we're thrilled to sit down with GRACE Executive Director Katie Fawcett and Deputy & Education Director Laurie Cummins to explore the world of gorilla conservation. We dive into fascinating gorilla facts, the impactful work GRACE is doing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo,
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