Defender Radio and The Switch Season 11
New episodes of our popular podcasts are coming weekly starting this month! Make sure you follow today so you don’t miss any new episodes!
January 13, 2025
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Rescuing Rabbits with Amy’s Bunny Barn
We’re releasing this episode in time for International Rabbit Day – a celebration of our favourite floppy-eared lagomorphs. While rabbits do make wonderful companions, they
September 27, 2024
Speak at Humane Canada’s Summit for Animals
Natalia Hanson joins the Defender Radio podcast to share more about the Summit, the range of subjects, and what kind of proposal is perfect!
September 16, 2024
The Ursa Project with Katie Graves
Learn how a community group in Nelson, BC, is making an impact for local black bears!
August 12, 2024
Signs of Life with Sarah Cox
Author and environmental journalist Sarah Cox shares the story of her new book, the people she met along the way, and what impacts we can all make.
July 22, 2024
Tales of the Urban Wild with Dr. Tiffany Yap and Meital Smith
C-8 is a young puma in search of home and safety in the graphic novel by Dr. Tiffany Yap and Meital Smith.
July 8, 2024
Bears in our Backyards with Paul Johnson
Journalist and documentarian Paul Johnson shares insights into why black bears in BC are facing such pressure, and how we can help.
July 1, 2024
Nakoda’s Story with John E. Marriott
Nakoda isn’t the first grizzly to die due to the railways and highways that flow through and around national park sites; but John Marriott and the team at Exposed Wildlife Conservancy hope she may be the last.
June 24, 2024
Beyond Animal Control with Jennifer Toussaint
Chief Jennifer Toussaint shares how an intersectional approach to animal control leads to better welfare for everyone on this podcast episode.
June 10, 2024
California’s Room to Roam Act with Dr. Tiffany Yap
Dr. Tiffany Yap joins Defender Radio to discuss the new legislation, what impact it may have, and why connectivity is essential for ecosystem (and our) health.
June 3, 2024
Perceptions of Urban Coyotes in Ontario with Nicole Murphy + Dr. Stephanie Rutherford
Nicole Murphy, recipient of The Fur-Bearers’ Science Scholarship, shares the results of her thesis project exploring perceptions of urban coyotes.
May 27, 2024
Climate Grief with Dr. Shawna Weaver (re-release)
An experienced eco-therapist with advanced degrees, Dr. Weaver joins Defender Radio to share what led to this book, how grief is unique to everyone, and what tools we have to ensure we not only cope but become resilient and lead fulfilling lives.
May 13, 2024
How to Talk to a Science Denier with Dr. Lee McIntyre
Finding ways to talk about important subjects – like natural sciences – with people who don’t believe in science can be a challenge. But it’s one that Dr. Lee McIntyre takes head on.
May 6, 2024
A Forever Home For Hooves with Michelle Singleton
Hear the story of how A Home For Hooves was born, how the location is managed to protect wildlife and the sanctuary animals, and how a big pig named Cyrus led to an even bigger move.
April 29, 2024
The Emotional Lives of Animals with Dr. Marc Bekoff
Dr. Marc Bekoff joins Defender Radio podcast to talk about the newly revised edition of The Emotional Lives of Animals.
April 22, 2024
VICTORY: Fighting Ag-Gag in Ontario with Camille Labchuk
Camille Labchuk joins the podcast to share the impact of a recent victory over ag-gag laws in Ontario, and what impact it has for animals and the future.
April 15, 2024
Depaving Hamilton with Green Venture
Naturalized gardens are appearing along the concrete-leaden urban streets in Hamilton. Learn more about Green Venture on this week’s episode.
March 25, 2024
Humane Canada’s Summit for Animals
To share more about what this year’s conference will include, Defender Radio was joined by Humane Canada’s Natalia Hanson.
March 18, 2024
The Art of Simone Diamond
Hear from Coast Salish artist Simone Diamond about the cultural significance of art for her family, the impacts of colonization, and how we can all find creative inspiration around us!
March 11, 2024
The Lives of Wild Dogs with Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin
Improving the lives of dogs across Canada and around the world is a hefty goal – but by talking about the lives of wild dogs, Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin is getting closer to reaching that goal every day.
February 12, 2024
The Switch: Winter Planting For Wildlife
Late winter and early spring are great times to get outside and sow wildflower seeds that benefit pollinators, wildlife, and entire ecosystems!
February 5, 2024
Trapped In The Past Documentary Series with John E. Marriott
A new documentary series, Trapped In The Past, is challenging why killing neck snares remain legal to use, what impact they have on wildlife, and how a lack of updated regulations puts wildlife, people, and pets at risk.
January 29, 2024
Plant-Based Eating Gets Edgy with Candice Hutchings
The Edgy Veg joins Defender Radio podcast to share her journey to plant-based eating, why advocacy always matters, and what makes some recipes Edgy!
January 22, 2024
The Switch: Rain Barrel Benefits
Are you an active gardener looking for ways to reduce your impact on the local environment? Rain barrels are a great, accessible place to start! Join me for a quick conversation about the known – and perhaps less known – benefits of using rain barrels around your home.
January 15, 2024
