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.
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.
Dr. Marc Bekoff joins Defender Radio podcast to talk about the newly revised edition of The Emotional Lives of Animals.
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.
Naturalized gardens are appearing along the concrete-leaden urban streets in Hamilton. Learn more about Green Venture on this week’s episode.
To share more about what this year’s conference will include, Defender Radio was joined by Humane Canada’s Natalia Hanson.
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!
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.
Late winter and early spring are great times to get outside and sow wildflower seeds that benefit pollinators, wildlife, and entire ecosystems!
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.
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!
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.
Beaver Trust is bringing European beavers back to the UK to help create and protect biodiversity and climate resilience. Hear from restoration expert Dr. Roisin Campbell-Palmer on this podcast episode!
Written and Directed by Marisa King; Starring, Kristi Boulton, Marisa King, and Michael Howie. Original carol by Julian Sark.
Gift giving is wonderful and generous, but around the holidays can generate a lot of waste. Dr. Elisabeth Ormandy (TEDx speaker, UBC Professor and zero waste enthusiast) is making The Switch to zero waste gift giving!
TrailGuard AI identifies tigers and helps conservation authorities protect them and domestic animals and people. It can also target poachers.
Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Climate grief is real and impacts our day-to-day lives. Learn how to cope, take action, and become resilient!
Charitable giving is down across Canada, but your small gift on Giving Tuesday can make a huge impact!
Drs. Valli-Laurente Fraser-Celin and Stephanie Rutherford join Defender Radio to discuss how the results of the perceptions of wolves survey can help.
Let’s talk about winter drafts and how to reduce them without breaking the bank!
Dr. Jake Brooker joins the podcast from Chimfunshi Wildlife Orphanage in Zambia to share how chimpanzees are exploited by social media and what we can do to help.
The Defender Radio Podcast hears from Saskatchewan’s wildlife rehabilitator about unique challenges, how people can get involved, and what it’s like to save wildlife on a daily basis.
The Beaver Institute aims to restore ecological balance with beavers, and offers incredible training programs. Learn more on this week’s podcast!
For those who want to learn more about dogs – in a practical, direct way, Dr. Marc Bekoff has a solution: his new book, Dogs Demystified, an A-to-Z Guide to All Things Canine.
Formed in 1953, The Fur-Bearers (The Association for the Protection of Fur-Bearing Animals) is a registered Canadian charity that protects fur-bearing animals through conservation, advocacy, research, and education. Your donation is tax-deductible. Charitable registration number: 130006125RR0002
