Keeping the Zoo is a scripted sitcom set among the staff of a financially struggling zoo. It follows their friendships, workplace challenges, and efforts to keep the animals out of trouble. The show blends heart and humor as the team tries to keep the zoo running. It was a three-time finalist at the Golden Lobes Podcast Awards 2026 for Best International Show, Behind the Scenes Hero, and Best Scripted Show.
Episodes

Lonely This Christmas
Season 1 Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve at the zoo but not everyone is in the festive spirit. And, with the zoo's only reindeer leaving today, who can blame them? Written and produced by Jon MadgeStarring Denis Burke, Jazz Desmond, Ben Evans, Domenico Gemoli Türkü Koksel, Jon Madge and Mash MuravinaTheme music by Lewis William ClarkeArtwork and marketing by Terri SturmanThanks to Becky Blomgr

Old Haunts
Series one finale! Episode 6Everyone's shocked about the Zoo Director's big news, Alan has a big plan to make the zoo more popular than ever, and an old friend has dropped by. But what's Kim up to? Written and produced by Jon MadgeStarring Ente Breed, Denis Burke, Jazz Desmond, Ben Evans, Türkü Koksel, Mash Muravina and Katya Petrova.Theme music by Lewis William ClarkeArtwork and marketing by Terr

Shedding Skins
Episode 5Something's up at the zoo; Alan is being punctual, helpful, and has even got his paperwork done on time. It couldn't have happened at a better time, though, as an animal has escaped and it's going to take everyone to recatch it. Written and produced by Jon MadgeStarring Denis Burke, Jazz Desmond, Ben Evans, Türkü Koksel, Mash Muravina and Katya PetrovaTheme music by Lewis William ClarkeAr

Families
Episode 4Edna the Echidna is due to give birth today and everyone at the zoo is very excited about the new arrivals. Everyone that is, except Alan, who's worried about an email they were all sent this morning. Content warning: This episode features characters talking about death and dying. Written and produced by Jon MadgeStarring Denis Burke, Jazz Desmond, Ben Evans, Türkü Koksel, Mash Muravina a

Lost and Found
Episode 3There's a thief operating in the zoo, and Evelyn and Michelle are on the case! Meanwhile, Alan has his own mystery to solve down at the tea hut. Written and produced by Jon MadgeStarring Denis Burke, Jazz Desmond, Ben Evans, Türkü Koksel, Mash Muravina and Katya PetrovaTheme music by Lewis William ClarkeArtwork and marketing by Terri SturmanThanks to Becky Blomgren, Sheila Bosco and Downs

Kilo Tango Too
Episode 2It's Michelle's first day at her new job and she's eager to learn the ropes and help out. Of course, that's if she can find Alan. Written and produced by Jon MadgeStarring Denis Burke, Jazz Desmond, Ben Evans, Türkü Koksel, Mash Muravina and Katya PetrovaTheme music by Lewis William ClarkeArtwork and marketing by Terri SturmanThanks to Becky Blomgren, Sheila Bosco and Downstage Left for a

First Impressions
Episode 1Now Keith's retired from the zoo, Alan's all alone if an animal gets out, which means he's got no time for puzzles. Meanwhile Evelyn and Kim in the cafe are wondering about a mysterious new customer. Written and produced by Jon MadgeStarring Denis Burke, Jazz Desmond, Ben Evans, Türkü Koksel, Mash Muravina and Katya PetrovaTheme music by Lewis William ClarkeArtwork and marketing by Terri

Just one week to go!
Episode 1 of Keeping the Zoo will go live on Thursday 11th September. That's a week today! Subscribe on your podcast app of choice, and follow us on Bluesky and Instagram @keepingthezoo Until then, we got our hands on this old local radio advert for the zoo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 1 Trailer - Keeping the Zoo
The zoo will be opening on 11th September. The staff and animals look forward to meeting you all. Keeping the zoo is a new full cast audio sitcom about the fun and dysfunctional staff of a zoo that's short on money but big on warm hearts and animal mishaps.Season 1 of Keeping the Zoo will be available from 11th September wherever you get podcasts.Subscribe now to never miss an episode! Hosted on A

Introducing Keeping the Zoo
Keeping the Zoo, a new full cast sitcom about the staff of a financially struggling zoo, is coming soon. Subscribe now to be the first to hear the episodes and follow us over on instagram @keepingthezoo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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