Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks

Grizzly Bear Attack - The Old-timey Montana Grizzly Attack Jun 8, 2026 4074 A small-town group of hunters goes out in the wilderness and has a run-in with a massive grizzly bear. One terrible, albeit heroic, decision later, the hunt ends in tragedy. Subscribe to us on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/toothandclawpodcast ~ Wild Alaskan Company - Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wild

The Two Brothers and the Biscuit Basin Brown Bear Attack + Other Animal News Stories Jun 1, 2026 5317 On this edition of their animal news roundup, the guys discuss the efficacy of bear spray, a couple of unruly elephants, the real dangers that attend combatting poachers, and much more. Watch here: https://youtu.be/CvTH2i_SsQ4 ~ Ollie Pet Food - Go to https://ollie.com/tooth and use code tooth to get 70% off your first box! Smalls - For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus fr

Grizzly Bear Attack - Bram and the Brown Bear May 25, 2026 5349 After Bram Schaffer had an unlucky run-in with a brown bear, his chances of surviving the night were looking slim. A torrential storm wasn't going to make things any easier. Would his extraordinary bravery be enough to win the day? Watch here: ~~ Rocket Money - Let Rocket Money help you find and cancel unwanted subscriptions, monitor your spending, and lower your bills—join at https://Rocket

Mothers, Heroes - The Tooth & Claw Mothers Day Special: 2026 Edition May 11, 2026 5891 Wes shares a handful of stories of different kinds of mothers being different kinds of heroes. What can we say, we love moms around here! ~~ Hims - To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://hims.com/TOOTH for your free online visit. Hollow Socks - For a limited time, Hollow Socks is having a Buy 2, Get 2 Free Sale—

The Tiny Bite That Sometimes Kills May 4, 2026 6056 Sometimes, even the smallest critters can cause major damage. Thankfully, the one featured in this episode is one that hardly ever does! See if you can guess what animal Wes is talking about before the reveal! Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdgFiUXBzGA ~ Smalls - For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to https:

The Great White Shark Bite Heard 'Round the World Apr 27, 2026 5472 In what might just be the most-seen video ever filmed of a great white shark encounter, 19-year-old Heather Boswell suffered a devastating bite to her lower body. That moment turned out to be just the beginning of an excruciating life-or-death fight for the young galley worker. Watch here: https://youtu.be/fA4vqfPo0pM ~ Mint Mobile - Get Mint Mobile's 3-month 5GB plan for $45 upfront ($15/mo.)

Clavicular Shoots an Alligator and Other Recent Animal News Stories Apr 13, 2026 5738 Wes, Jeff, and Mike talk about some of the more notable animal news stories to hit the headlines over the past month or two, including a wolf in Hamburg, a California community grieving the death of a mama bear, and a certain looksmaxxing influencer getting in some serious trouble. Watch here: https://youtu.be/9nkbVfIrlLU ~~ Veracity: For up to 65% off your order, head to https://VeracityHeal

Kay, the Bear Lady: North Carolina's Answer to Timothy Treadwell Apr 6, 2026 5761 Now there are two of them (this is a reference to a Star Wars meme, which I am using to communicate the idea that Wes introduces us to a woman whom he likens to Timothy Treadwell, in that she grew a little too comfortable around bears for her own good)!? Watch here: https://youtu.be/3pNrnEvgbMo ~~ Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince at https://quince.com/tooth for free shipping and 365-

Tooth & Claw Ranks the Wildlife of All 7 Continents Mar 30, 2026 7530 After having visited each of the 7 continents, the guys feel ready to rank them according to the wildlife they each have on offer. Which continent has the best? The worst? Find out here when they give a final vote by the end of the show! Watch here: https://youtu.be/gqxRoQ_1xwg ~~ Fabric: Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family—apply today in just minutes at

In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex -- Part 2 Mar 16, 2026 6246 In the aftermath of a strange and violent encounter with a sperm whale, the crew of the whale ship Essex are now left to brave the open ocean with nothing but a few small boats to carry them. Drastic and tragic measures were taken in their fight to survive. Watch here: https://youtu.be/KzlT5LOoyrM ~~ Mint Mobile: Get Mint Mobile's 3-month 5GB plan for $45 upfront ($15/mo.) as a new customer a

In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex -- Part 1 Mar 9, 2026 5740 Whaling, it turns out, is not an easy endeavor. One ship found out the very hard way just how deadly the practice can be, covered here by Wes in part 1 of this new series by Tooth & Claw. Watch here: https://youtu.be/hyV6evjgHiI ~~ Remi: Go to https://shopremi.com/TOOTH and use code TOOTH at checkout for 50% off your new night guard. Coast: Get up to $2,000 credit for your business when you

Punch the Lonely Monkey and Other Recent Animal Encounter News Stories Mar 2, 2026 4600 The guys talk about a few of the more notable recent animal attack and encounter stories, including the first mountain lion fatality in Colorado since at least 1999, a macaque in a Japanese zoo whose story will pull on your heartstrings, an odd case of the poison from a frog being used in an assassination, and more. Thanks for listening! Watch here: ~~ ButcherBox: Get your choice of organic

Grizzly Bear Attack - Short King Colin and the Bear on Mt. Doogie Dowler Feb 16, 2026 5998 The intrepid Colin Dowler embarked on a mission to summit the mountain that was named after his grandfather, but a grizzly bear had other ideas. With only a small knife and presumably a normal-sized bike at his disposal, Colin's fight to survive began. Watch here: https://youtu.be/j0OgmeF86hQ ~~ Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://RocketMon

Snow Leopard Attack - The Ghost of the Mountains Feb 9, 2026 6036 The guys are joined by big cat biologist Imogene Cancellare to discuss the recent case of a skier's violent encounter with a snow leopard in Xinjiang, China. Watch here: https://youtu.be/-n6PF8HJ3ls ~~ Coast: Right now, Coast Pay is offering our listeners up to $2,000 credit when you get started at ⁠https://coastpay.com/CLAW⁠ Smalls: Get 60% off your first order plus free shipping at ⁠http

Bull Shark Attack - Triathlon Chuck and the Big Bull Shark Feb 2, 2026 4994 When Chuck decided it was time to make some life changes, he didn't figure how prominently a bull shark would be featured in them. One early morning workout in the waters off the coast of Alabama was all it took to alter the course of his life forever. ~~ LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any purchase at http://drinklmnt.com/tooth Hollow Socks: For a limited time, get up to 50% off yo

Neurotoxins: They Hurt - A Batch of Listener Stories Including a Snowmobile Moose Flip, Multiplying Bears, and More Jan 19, 2026 5351 In this episode, the guys read through and react to a few more incredibly entertaining, funny, and informative stories from listeners concerning their various wild run-ins with animals. ~~ Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code TOOTH. Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https

The Twisted Tale of Travis the Chimpanzee Jan 12, 2026 5226 Wes tells the horrifying and tragic story of Charla Nash, Sandra Herold, and Travis the chimpanzee. ~~ MasterClass: Get 15% off any annual membership at MasterClass by visiting https://masterclass.com/TOOTH and using promo code TOOTH Ollie Pet Food: Cozy up with your pup this season—go to https://ollie.com/tooth and use code tooth to get 60% off your first box! Remi: Get 50% off your custom

The Tragic Tale of a Would-be Lion Tamer and Other Animal Attack News + The Tooth & Claw 2025 End of the Year Wrap-up Jan 5, 2026 6793 The guys talk about a few notable animal encounter headlines from the past few weeks and then get into some of the highs and lows of 2025. Watch here: https://youtu.be/1D41lklWFbk ~~ NordVPN: EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal – https://nordvpn.com/tooth Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Quince: Refresh your winter wardrobe with Quince—get free shipping and 365-day returns at https

The Bullet Ant Episode - Is Wes the New King of Sting? ft. Jack's World of Wildlife Dec 22, 2025 7553 Wes covers the history of cataloguing and experiencing the extreme pain of the bullet ant's sting, and then gets into his own brush with one down in Costa Rica. Jack from Jack's World of Wildlife then comes on for an interview with the guys. Yowch! Watch here: https://youtu.be/U1qbes7l6m8 ~~ Graza Olive Oil: Take your food to the next level with Graza Olive Oil. Visit https://graza.co/TOOTH an

What the F**k is Going On With Japan's Bears? Dec 15, 2025 6304 Japan has been seeing a higher-than-usual rate of violent encounters with bears. Wes explains why that might be and what should be done about it. Watch here: https://youtu.be/EnkSTRJoVxE ~~ Smalls: For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to http://Smalls.com/TOOTH Aura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/TOOTH Promo

The Ghost Grizzlies of Colorado: Part 2 Dec 8, 2025 5404 Wes tells the tale of a man who had one final grizzly bear attack before they disappeared from Colorado altogether. Watch here: https://youtu.be/vgQO1ueH9to ~~ Aura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/TOOTH Promo Code TOOTH Miracle Brand: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/TOOTH and use the code TOOTH to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TO

How the Goonch Stole Christmas Dec 1, 2025 3252 This episode was previously exclusive to our subscriber channels, so if you feel like you've heard it before, you might just have! If you like it, consider subscribing either to our Patreon or the Apple Grizclub using the links below and getting much, much more. On this episode, Wes introduces us all to the goonch, which turns out to be a real animal. He covers a couple of horrifying accounts of

The Ghost Grizzlies of Colorado: Part 1 Nov 17, 2025 5909 The history of grizzly bears in Colorado is steeped in tradition and tragedy. In this episode, Wes tells the story of how intruding on sacred land led to dire consequences for bears and humans alike. Watch here: https://youtu.be/hIVYHH-hajY ~~ Cornbread Hemp: Get 30% off at http://cornbreadhemp.com/tooth and use code TOOTH Aura Frames: Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes

Two Bear Attacks in Arkansas - The T&C November Animal Attack News Roundup Nov 10, 2025 6233 Wes, Jeff, and Mike discuss some of the more notable animal attack, encounter, and otherwise noteworthy headlines from the past month or so, including a couple of bear attacks in Arkansas, an especially angry California squirrel, and a coyote intruding on a game of hide and seek. Watch here: https://youtu.be/skEgzFJFCso ~~ Hollow Socks: For a limited time Hollow Socks is having a Buy 3, Get 3 F

A Sierra Foothills Murder Mystery Nov 3, 2025 5612 A 40-year-old woman's body was near the Sierra foothills, mangled and left for dead on the trail where she had been out on a jog. Over time, pieces of evidence began to paint a picture of what exactly had transpired, forever changing the way the local community saw what was thought a peaceful and safe slice of nature. ~~ LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any purchase at http://drinklmnt.

The Mummy's Curse & Other Horrific Deaths by Animal with Sammy Smart Oct 27, 2025 6298 Wes concocted another episode with which to horrify friend of the show Sammy Smart of Too Scary; Didn't Watch fame. We're lucky to have a friend like her! Watch here: https://youtu.be/2QFCSvyu1eg ~ Ollie Pet Food: Take the guesswork out of your dog's well-being. Go to http://ollie.com/tooth and use code tooth to get 60% off your first box! Miracle Brand: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! G

Polar Bear Attack - A Violent Post-Party Polar Bear Encounter Oct 13, 2025 4929 In 2013, Erin Greene was on her way home from a Halloween party when she crossed paths with a polar bear. ~~ Miracle Brand: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/TOOTH and use the code TOOTH to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Goodr: Go to http://goodr.com/TOOTH and use code TOOTH for free shipping. Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscri

The Humboldt Squid - A Dance with El Diablo Rojo Oct 6, 2025 5260 To kick off the scariest month of the year, Wes thought it appropriate to bring some tentacles into the equation. This intrigued Jeff. ~~ Smalls: For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to http://smalls.com/TOOTH Hims: To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit http://hims.com/tooth

A Grizzly Encounter in Yellowstone - A Roundup of Recent Animal Encounter News Including a Violent Bear Attack in Yellowstone, an Elephant Pants-ing a Tourist, Big Cats in Thailand, and More Sep 29, 2025 5547 The guys each bring a handful of recent animal attack stories to the table to discuss with each other, and then get into the rarest bird Wes has ever een, Jeff's escape room escapades, and how much they like September. Ariean's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ariean-fabrizio-colton-recover-after-bear-attack ~~ Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial g

Grizzly Bear Attack - The Hunters Become the Hunted Sep 22, 2025 5662 Wilf and his son-in-law Skeet went out on what they were expecting to be a routine elk hunt, but ran into something much, much more dangerous. Wes then takes the opportunity to explore why bear spray is your best chance at deterring, avoiding, and surviving violent encounters with bears. Watch here: https://youtu.be/jJrx8JRxWKY ~~ LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any purchase at http:

Crocodile Attack - Todd, His Dog Dig Dig, and the Saltwater Crocodile Sep 8, 2025 4924 Todd Bairstow held on for dear life as an eleven foot saltwater crocodile bit his legs and began tearing them apart with its signature death roll. In a moment of extreme desperation, he resorted to using an unconventional, albeit sad, weapon. Watch here: https://youtu.be/hxBbOI8rvgk ~~ LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any purchase at http://drinklmnt.com/tooth Smalls: For a limited ti

The Legend of History's Deadliest Whale: Porphyrios the Purple Sep 1, 2025 4469 This is an upload of an old subscriber episode. If you enjoy it, consider subscribing to either our Patreon or Apple Grizclub! In this one, Mike talks about a handful of animal attacks that happened long ago including a deadly case of baldness, dying of laughter, the ineffective bones of Saint Conleth, and more! Watch here: https://youtu.be/N6ldKWe1TpA ~~ Wild Alaskan: Get $35 off your first bo

The Dangers of Hunting Cape Buffalo - A Roundup of Recent Animal Encounter Headlines Including a Really Dumb Tonia Haddix Update, the Japanese Bear Safety Drill, and More Aug 25, 2025 5342 The guys talk about a bunch of recent animal-related headlines they thought would be educational, entertaining, or otherwise worth discussing. Stay safe out there! Watch here: https://youtu.be/aP8f4m_VQkw ~~ Hims: To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit http://Hims.com/tooth Miracle Made: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made

Jaguar Attack - A Rare and Deadly Encounter Aug 18, 2025 5107 Jaguars are an incredibly powerful cat who usually keep to themselves as far as humans are concerned. But not always. ~~ Graza Olive Oil: Add Graza Olive Oil to your summertime patio party arsenal. Visit https://graza.co/TOOTH and use promo code TOOTH today for 10% off of the TRIO! Mint Mobile: Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at http:/

Toothie Tales: A Bat to the Mouth, a Snake at the Gates, and Many More Aug 11, 2025 5555 Our listeners have had some sticky, sharp, and dangerous encounters with some animals, it turns out! These are a few stories you all sent in for us to read through and discuss. Thank you to everyone who submitted their stories! We'll hold on to all the ones that weren't used for another episode somewhere down the line, hopefully. ~~ Miracle Made: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to http

The Worst Shark Attack in History, the USS Indianapolis Disaster - Part 3: The Rescue and the Trial Aug 4, 2025 5365 This is the third and final episode in the horrifying saga of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis. The bravery and perseverance shown by the men was matched only by the tragic aftermath that many of the men faced long after the ordeal was over. Watch here: https://youtu.be/7mTuvgaNmx0 Cornbread Hemp: Get 30% off at http://cornbreadhemp.com/tooth and use code TOOTH LMNT: Get a free 8-count

The Worst Shark Attack in History, the USS Indianapolis Disaster - Part 2: The Ordeal Jul 28, 2025 5951 After a torpedo sinks their ship, the surviving sailors of the USS Indianapolis now find themselves lost at sea and surrounded by sharks. With seemingly everything now working against them, a long fight to survive now begins. Watch here: https://youtu.be/Z5F3w56-ntg Smalls: For a limited time only, get 60% off your first order PLUS free shipping when you head to https://smalls.com/tooth Cornbre

The Worst Shark Attack in History, the USS Indianapolis Disaster - Part 1: The Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Jul 21, 2025 6588 Tooth & Claw is back with another multi-part series, this time concerning the men of the famed United States heavy cruiser that was sunk during the efforts of World War 2, and the sharks who couldn't pass up the tragic but opportune feast that now floated helplessly in the ocean water. This one gets intense, so prepare for some graphic conversation and content. In the second half of the episode,

The Bear and the Biker - A Roundup of Recent Animal Attack News Including Stories About a Bear and a Motorcyclist in Romania, Cowboy Cody's Raccoon Toss, and More Jul 14, 2025 4976 The guys discuss some of the most notable animal attack news that have happened over the past few weeks. Nate Peterson's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/nates-medical-bills-a-familys-plea?lang=en_US&ts=1750546714&v=amp14_t2 Beckham's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/prayers-and-donations-for-beckham Watch here: https://youtu.be/Tzsvge_cvLw HIMS: Start your free online visit today a

Brown Bear Attack - Olga, Igor, and the Kamchatka Brown Bear Jul 7, 2025 4611 Olga and her step-father Igor were out in the Kamchatkan wilderness when they inadvertently committed the cardinal sin of recreating safely in bear country. The ensuing tragedy was captured through what might just be the most horrifying phone call a mother has ever received. Watch here: https://youtu.be/iXNYUZNsif8 LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any purchase at http://drinklmnt.co

Manatees & Mermaids Jun 23, 2025 5488 Mike explores just how manatees ended up in Florida and then tells the strange tale of P. T. Barnum's Feejee Mermaid. Watch here: https://youtu.be/rtBKJoU9FZU Download the Rocket Money app and enter our shows name Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks in the survey so they know we sent you! Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any purchase athttp://drinklmnt.com/tooth Upgrade your sl

Scorpion Attack - A Paralyzing Sting in the Grand Canyon Jun 16, 2025 6347 Abigail Barronian assumed her life probably wasn't in any danger when she was stung by a scorpion while on a rafting trip down the Grand Canyon. But then she lost her ability to see and speak, and a very long and painful night began. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes

Jeffisode About Penis Injuries: The Pacu Fish, the Candiru Fish, and Lorena Bobbitt Jun 9, 2025 6201 In 1993, Lorena Bobbitt severed her husband's penis with a kitchen knife while he was asleep in bed. But before getting to that story, Jeff covers a couple of fish that may or may not have a habit of going after male genitalia. Watch here: https://youtu.be/j2iQPZ0txMs ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an e

The First Fatal Florida Bear Attack - A Roundup of Recent Animal Attack News Including Stories About a Bear, an Alligator, a Rattlesnake, and More Jun 2, 2025 4986 The guys discuss some of the most notable animal attack news that have happened over the past few weeks. Here’s the link for James (coyote attack): https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-me-recover-after-surviving-a-rabid-coyote-attack Link for little Cara (rattlesnake bite): https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-caras-recovery Watch here: https://youtu.be/gj6_U4IYRf4 ~~ To advertise on the show, co

Grizzly Bear Attack - The Bear vs. the BFFs May 26, 2025 5618 Ann Quarterman and Christine Bialkowski were hiking in Glacier National Park when they experienced an unusual but still violent encounter with a momma bear and her two cubs. Wes talks about what we can learn from their experience, especially as it comes to bear spray. Watch here: https://youtu.be/DoG4LRUxnMc ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE

History's Deadliest Sloth Bear: The Sloth Bear of Mysore May 19, 2025 5718 Wes tells the story of how in 1957, an unusually aggressive sloth bear is thought to have caused the death of at least 12 people and the mauling of several others. Jeff wonders about how often sloth bears bonk their heads. Mike gets angry about The Jungle Book. Watch here: https://youtu.be/gw7tJ8F2K84 ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Suppor

Amazing Mothers of the Animal Kingdom - Mother's Day Special 2025 May 12, 2025 6285 T&C is joined by Cindy, the Larson family matriarch, to once again impart all of the wisdom the guys would allow her to as Wes covers some of the more dedicated animal moms out there in the wild. Thanks for listening, especially all you moms! Thanks for all that you have done, are doing, and will continue to do for us all. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to

A Venomous Conversation with Dr. Spencer Greene - A Toxic Tooth & Claw Interview May 5, 2025 4407 Wes and Mike are joined by a leading member of the toxicology community; one Dr. Spencer Greene. Jeff hops in on the back end of the episode to help round things out with some fun venom-related categories. Watch here: https://youtu.be/aAJ1m_DkLpo ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exc

Rattlesnake Bite - The Dangerous Games Cults Play Apr 28, 2025 5694 In 1977, attorney and journalist Paul Morantz investigated a drug rehabilitation institution and found himself on the receiving end of the wrath of a cult. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Ap

The Dire Wolf "De-Extinction" Situation - News Stories Including Dire Wolves(?), the Algae that Turns Sea Lions Violent, a Bear Swipe to the Face, and More Apr 21, 2025 5545 The guys talk about some of the more notable animal news stories to hit the mainstream during the past month or so. Watch here: https://youtu.be/YDW_wKFDRcI ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on App

Great White Shark Attack - Andrew Carter and the Shark Who Bit Him Apr 14, 2025 4690 Wes takes the guys through a violent encounter that two surfers had with a great white shark. One got lucky, and one didn't. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest update

Who is the Real King of the Jungle? - Lions vs. Tigers Apr 7, 2025 4972 A recent argument between Jeff and Wes now manifests itself in the form of an episode, wherein they present their case before the honorable(?) judge Mike as to which big cat truly reigns as the king. Sorry for any audio issues, we recorded packed around a small table in a big echoey room with thin walls and construction work happening outside. Hope it sounds okay! Take your food to the next leve

Guess the Predator - The Deaths of Noah and Connor Barthe Mar 31, 2025 4554 Wes concocts a little whodunit for this episode wherein he challenges us all to guess what got into the room where two young brothers lie sleeping. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcast

Brown Bear Attack - Death and the Guilt of the One Left Behind Mar 24, 2025 5072 Wes shares the horrifying story of Katie Evans' violent encounter with a brown bear in the Carpathian Mountains and just how heavy the guilt can be for those who live on. For more information on the attack, read Young Widower: A Memoir by John W. Evans. Watch here: https://youtu.be/uvv9LeVBYxY ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show a

Jack and the Killer Jellyfish Mar 17, 2025 5422 In 1961, toxinologist Jack Barnes thought up a novel way to test just how bad the sting of the Irukandji jellyfish is. And the award for worst father goes to.... Watch here: https://youtu.be/hSHvlJ0jjGs ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show

Bentho the Heroic Dog - News Stories Including Injecting Butterflies, a Fish vs. a Mermaid, a Whale Swallowing a Man Whole, and More Mar 10, 2025 6418 It's been a wild and unusual month for animal news stories, so the guys did their best to talk their way through a few and explain what we can learn from them. They then end things on a quick recap of their trip to India. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by su

Avian Air Force: Pigeons at War Mar 3, 2025 5025 Here's another previously exclusive subscriber episode we're releasing to the public! Not because of its high quality, but Mike needed to feel included again. Speaking of Mike, in this episode he is here to talk about pigeon war hero, so he does. Jeff is here to talk about Star Wars, and he does. Wes is here to do a Disturbed impression. He does one. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ To

Mountain Lion Attack - The California Cougar Kidnapper Feb 24, 2025 5508 Two incredibly unlikely encounters with a mountain lion in California cause a major legal battle, heartbreaking injury, and a crisis of faith. https://fishingclash.link/Tooth&Claw ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining

Juliane of the Jungle Feb 17, 2025 5799 in 1971, 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke was sucked out of an airplane after it was struck by lightning. Wes tells the story of what the next 10 days trudging her way through the Amazon looked like after miraculously surviving the fall. Watch here: https://youtu.be/2ohwutlKyb8 ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an ex

Leopard Seal Attack - Sharp Teeth Down South Feb 10, 2025 5992 It turns out that it's not just the cold that can be deadly down in the south pole. Wes shares a couple of stories to prove it, and then introduces an instant new favorite category called Seal of Approval. Watch here: https://youtu.be/S8l0j-bJiF8 ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusiv

The Revenant: A T&C Movie Review Feb 3, 2025 5493 Wes had some thoughts about the bear attack featured in the 2015 movie The Revenant, so we thought it would be a fun idea to discuss what the movie got right and what it got wrong about how that scenario would actually play out. And since we were already there talking about it, we thought we'd talk about the rest of the movie too! Watch here: https://youtu.be/ho9OS2WEH6g ~~ To advertise on the sh

The Revenant: The Man and the Bear Who Inspired the Movie Jan 27, 2025 5391 Mike does his darndest to pack the incredibly full life and times of Hugh Glass into one episode. From piracy, to mountaineering, and of course one of the most horrific and famous bear attacks, Hugh was never left wanting for adventure or danger. Watch here: The Revenant: The Man and the Bear Who Inspired the Movie ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCO

Alligator Attack - 2 Brothers 1 Gator Jan 20, 2025 5583 Wayne and Joel Petteway were out checking on crab pots in Jacksonville, Florida when an alligator took exception to him being in its waters. (10:06) - timestamp if you want to skip Jeff's story about getting catfished! Watch here: Alligator Attack - 2 Brothers 1 Gator ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extens

The Three-Day Supermarket Standoff with a Bear - News Stories Including an Influencer and a Rattlesnake, a Wild Hog Fixin' to Do Some Mowin', and a Sinister Plot Against a Show Goat Jan 13, 2025 5341 The Tooth & Claw guys wrangle up a batch of recent animal attack headlines for discussion. Afterwards, Jeff presents one of the trickier collection of categories ever featured on the show. Watch here: https://youtu.be/pb_SFRPK6sw ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like t

Tiger Shark vs. Roddy, The Surfer of Steel Jan 6, 2025 5658 In 1993, Roddy Lewis went out looking for the perfect wave to surf off the coast of Maui but found much more than he bargained for below the surface of the water. The guys then wrap up with some talks about the start of a new year, which sees Jeff coming up with a novel but ultimately benevolent new year's resolution. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/uY_gTAePR7c ~~ To advertise on the sh

Tooth & Claw Year-End Wrap Up: 2024 Edition Dec 30, 2024 4794 Jeff takes a look back with the guys to talk about some of the more memorable moments of Tooth & Claw in 2024. They talk about the "Biggest Ouchy" of the year, some animal news that wasn't covered by the show, and then venture out into some more general pop-culture interests. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an

The Grizzly Deaths of Timothy Treadwell and Amie Huguenard, Part 2: Tragedy in the Grizzly Maze Dec 16, 2024 6313 In the second and final chapter of our series on Timothy Treadwell, Wes takes us through the circumstances that ultimately led to the horrific and violent demise of both Timothy and his partner Amie Huguenard. On Oct. 5, 2003, an Alaskan brown bear decided to kill and then feed on the famous bear whisperer and his companion. We break down the evidence from the attack to recreate what most likely h

The Grizzly Deaths of Timothy Treadwell and Amie Huguenard, Part 1: Timothy Treadwell's Rise to Prominence Dec 9, 2024 6794 After 4 years of waiting, Wes finally takes us through our most requested story: the tragic story of Timothy Treadwell, the Grizzly Man, and Amie Huguenard, who met their end when they were killed by an Alaskan Brown Bear in 2003. In this episode, we learn about Timothy's upbringing, how his passion for bears had its genesis, and how he was viewed by both people in the bear world and the public at

African Buffalo Attack - John Digby Bristow & the Tragic Price of Poaching Dec 2, 2024 5360 The African cape buffalo might not be the first animal that comes to mind when thinking about the most dangerous animals of Africa, but they are not one to be taken lightly. Jeff gives us the rundown on what makes them potentially so deadly, and Wes details the biology that makes them special. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and

Bears Being Framed - Two Stories of Bears Being Blamed for Crimes They Obviously Did Not Do, Peanut the Squirrel, a Macaque Prison Break, and More Nov 25, 2024 5331 Wes covers a couple of recent stories involving dumb and bad men trying to blame their crimes on bears, while Mike digs into a story that he has somehow completely missed out on until now as he has been out of the country for the duration of it, and Jeff shares a story about a tragic lion mauling. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the sho

Fire Ant Attack - Joan Goes Skydiving Nov 18, 2024 3616 Hey everyone! Here's another subscriber episode we thought would be fun to release to the world at large to give everyone a little taste-test of what they can expect if they join either our Patreon or Apple Griz Club. In this one, Jeff shares an unlikely story involving a skydiver and some fire ants, Wes gets fussy about the liberal usage of time travel, and Mike is worried about everyone else's m

Bear 399 - Wes's Wildest Night with 399's Cubs Nov 4, 2024 5947 In memory of Bear 399, Wes shares some of experiences working with her and her cubs, including one of the most intense nights of his life. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the

Wolves & Werewolves - The Beast Within with Sammy Smart Oct 28, 2024 5927 Wes made sure to prepare another wild episode for guest host Sammy Smart's second appearance on Tooth & Claw. He details just how bloody things can get when humans channel their inner wolf, whether it's real or not. Check out Sammy's show Too Scary; Didn't Watch to get your fill of horror movie content! ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support th

Black Mamba Attack - Almost Certain Death Oct 21, 2024 5421 Wes has a couple of stories to share about a creepy animal making its first appearance on the show. If you wish to avoid major ouchies, we would advise that you do NOT get bitten by one of these snakes. If you can help it. If you are struggling with depression or thoughts of self-harm, reach out to someone who cares or to organizations who are there to help you. We love all. Dial 988 for help, o

Black and Brown Bear Attacks - Bearanoia in Alaska Oct 7, 2024 5206 In 1992, two Alaskan communities were shaken by two different encounters with bears that ended in tragedy. Wes sheds a a light on how things went wrong, and then goes over the best things to do should anyone find themselves in a similar situation. Three things to remember in the event of a bear encounter: 1. Group up (safety in numbers!) 2. Get your bear spray out and have it ready to use 3. Slow

RFK Jr. and the Curious Case of the Central Park Bear Carcass - News Stories Including a Heroic Bunch of Monkeys, an Extra Swoopy Golden Eagle, a Hunting Expedition Gone Wrong, and More Sep 30, 2024 5068 The guys talk about some notable animal encounters that have hit the headlines recently, complete with a suprisingly good RFK Jr. impression from Jeff, some good reminders on bear saftey from Wes, and an unlikely animal attack subject from Mike. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive

Moose Attack - Balto, Togo, and the History of the Iditarod Sep 23, 2024 4778 Mike is finally allowed to take charge of a main episode as some sort of sick and twisted birthday present, and he decides to cover the true story behind the legendery sled dog serum run of 1925. He then gets into the horrifying account of Bridgett Watkins and her encounter with a moose while training for the Iditarod. Wes does NOT want diptheria, and Jeff is hard to impress. Sources: You're Wro

The Dog Episode - Man's Best Friend Sep 9, 2024 4320 Wes shares a handful of stories about how dogs can be more than just our friends, they can also be our heroes. This episode goes out to anyone who has ever loved and lost their sweet, loving, and loyal dog. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the sh

The Official Chimp Crazy Podcast: Episode Four Sep 9, 2024 3650 This week Wes, Jeff and Mike reflect on the final episode of the series and their takeaways from the season. Then Wes speaks with filmmakers Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride about what it was like when Tonia found out about the crew’s involvement in Tonka’s fate, and they’re later joined by Dr. Carl Safina, professor of Nature and Humanity at Stony Brook University who explains the dangers of anthrop

The Official Chimp Crazy Podcast: Episode Three Sep 2, 2024 3649 This week Wes, Jeff and Mike discuss some of Tonia’s backstory, the case of Buck the chimpanzee in Pendleton, OR and their predictions for how this series will wrap up. Then Wes speaks with filmmakers Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride about some of the motivations people have for keeping chimpanzees privately, and they are later joined by Dr. Craig Stanford, professor of Biological Sciences and Anthro

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