Robin's Nest from American Humane
American Humane has been fighting for the humane treatment of all animals since 1877, making it the first and most experienced national humane organization in the country and the world’s largest certifier of animal welfare, helping to verify the humane treatment of more than one billion animals across the globe each year.
Robin’s Nest hosted by Dr. Robin Ganzert is the official podcast of American Humane and Global Humane. The show takes on the biggest issues facing the amazing animals we share our world with, from the pets in our homes to the thousands of endangered species fighting to survive in the wild.
The podcast features lively and informative conversations with a variety of guests including celebrities, and global experts in conservation, veterinary care, animal behavior, zoology, and the human-animal bond. If you love animals, you'll love Robin’s Nest.
Episodes
45 episodes
Revolutionizing Animal Welfare with Temple Grandin
On this episode of Robin’s Nest, we sit down with Dr. Temple Grandin, world-renowned animal behaviorist, autism advocate, and Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. Temple explains how thinking in pictures allowed her to revo...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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21:19
Bringing Wildlife Back: Dr. Jhala’s Mission to Restore India’s Endangered Species
In this inspiring episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with one of the world’s most influential wildlife scientists: Dr. Yadvendradev Jhala. For more than 30 years, Dr. Jhala has been at the forefront of India’s most significant...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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19:42
“Engineering the Future of Life” with Dr. George Church
In this special episode of Robin’s Nest, we’re joined by Dr. George Church, a world-renowned geneticist and one of the leading minds behind the Human Genome Project, for a conversation about the amazing ways science is helping us under...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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14:06
Connecting Habitats, Saving Elephants: Hilde Vanleeuwe on Wilder Things and the Future of Wildlife
In this inspiring episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Hilde Vanleeuwe, Ph.D., a fearless conservation biologist whose 30-year career has been devoted to protecting Africa’s iconic wildlife, particularly elephants....
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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20:44
Expanding Africa’s Wild Frontiers with Peter Chadwick
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Peter Chadwick, CEO of the Conservation Landscape Institute, to discuss the launch of the Brad and Alice Andrews Preserve and the expansion of South Africa’s Bushman’s R...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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18:42
Hope for Lemurs: Prof. Ratsimbazafy on Conservation, Community, and the Future
In this inspiring episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Prof. Jonah Henri Ratsimbazafy, a world-renowned primatologist, conservation leader and lifelong champion for Madagascar’s extraordinary wildlife.As Pre...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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17:57
Voices of the Ocean: Dr. Kathleen Dudzinski on Dolphins, Whales & Hope
This week, we welcome Dr. Kathleen Dudzinski, the 2025 recipient of the Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation.With over 30 years of research on dolphin communication and social behavior — and valuable work with ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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17:25
Rewilding the Eastern Cape: Protecting Rhinos, Elephants, and the Future
Dr. Robin Ganzert opens Season 3 of Robin's Nest with Dr. Andrew Muir, one of South Africa’s leading conservationists and CEO of Wilderness Foundation Africa. Together, they explore bold efforts to restore ecosystems and protect keystone specie...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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22:38
A Life for the Wild: Alejandro Grajal’s Journey in Conservation
In the season finale of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Alejandro Grajal, a global conservation leader and Kiessling Prize finalist with over 35 years of experience. Alejandro shares his journey in biodiversity conservat...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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28:10
Penny, the Showstopping Hero Dog
In this inspiring episode, Georgia Boyer welcomes Lindsey Peetz, a passionate animal advocate and high school teacher, and her remarkable rescue dog Penny. Once a shelter pup with an uncertain future, Penny is now a national hero — honored at t...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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29:58
Conservation in Action with Dr. Dante Fenolio
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with conservation pioneer Dr. Dante Fenolio, whose innovative work is saving some of the world’s most endangered—and overlooked—species. From breeding rare amphibians in the lab to la...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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33:12
Sampson the Science Service Dog
In this inspiring episode, we welcome neuroscientist and inclusion advocate Joey Ramp-Adams, whose life was forever changed after a traumatic accident in 2006. Her devoted Golden Retriever, Sampson, became more than a service dog—he became a li...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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29:16
Inside Culver Duck Farms: Humane Care from Hatch to Harvest
What does it take to raise ducks the right way? On this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Heidi Parnin and Drew Frey of Culver Duck Farms—two passionate leaders shaping the future of humane poultry...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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27:51
Family Values in Farming: A Conversation with Coleman All Natural Meats
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert speaks with Mel Coleman Jr., Vice President of Retail at Coleman All Natural Meats and a pioneer of humane animal farming practices. Coleman All Natural Meats is a family company that has been ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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25:30
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Dayo’s Journey: From Cheetah Companion to Hero Therapy Dog
In this heartwarming episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert welcomes Liz Stewart and her extraordinary therapy dog, Dayo. Dayo, whose name means “Joy Arrives,” has truly lived up to his name—bringing comfort, hope, and healing to c...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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25:31
The Language of Dolphins: Exploring Marine Communication with Dr. Kathleen Dudzinski
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Dr. Kathleen Dudzinski, a pioneering marine mammalogist and expert in dolphin communication. As the Director of the Dolphin Communication Project, Dr. Dudzinski has dedi...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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23:03
Passion for Protection: A Conversation with Conservationist Dr. Aruho
In this compelling episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert welcomes Dr. Robert Aruho, a leading conservationist and veterinarian dedicated to protecting one of the world’s most endangered species—the mountain bongo. As Head of Conse...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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24:57
From Helicopters to High-Stakes Ops: A Coast Guard K-9’s Journey
In this inspiring episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert speaks with Petty Officer Alesha Horn about her remarkable K-9 partner, Niki—a finalist in the American Humane Hero Dog Awards. As one of fewer than 18 Coast Guard K-9s, Niki...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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24:21
Bo the Bloodhound: America's Top Dog
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert welcomes Sergeant David Rowland and his remarkable partner, K-9 Bo, the bloodhound from the Gastonia Police Department in North Carolina. At just 18 months old, Bo has already made an ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:00
Celebrating the Holidays with Compassion: A Conversation with Butterball
In this episode of Robin's Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert is joined by Dr. Alice Johnson, Senior Vice President of Food Safety, Quality, and Animal Care at Butterball, for an inspiring conversation about Butterball's unwavering commitment to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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16:50
Championing Ocean Conservation: A Conversation with Wolfgang and Christoph Kiessling
Dive into the newest episode of Robin’s Nest, where Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Wolfgang and Christoph Kiessling, the visionary leaders behind Loro Parque and Loro Parque Foundation. Discover their groundbreaking work in creating ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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28:03
Protecting Giants: Dr. Arnaud Desbiez on Saving the Giant Armadillo and Giant Anteater
In this upcoming episode of Robin's Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Dr. Arnaud Desbiez, the 2024 Kiessling Prize award-winner and President/Founder of the Wild Animal Conservation Institute (ICAS) in Brazil. Dr. Desbiez shares h...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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29:25
Sea Guardians: Dr. Debi Luke’s Fight for Manatees, Corals, Sea Turtles and more
In the Season 2 kickoff of Robin's Nest, Dr. Debi Luke discusses her impactful work at the Florida Aquarium, focusing on marine conservation. She highlights efforts to protect manatees, an iconic species at risk, and her advocacy for t...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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29:07
Penguins Return to the Wild: A Heartwarming Journey of Conservation
Welcome back to Robin’s Nest, the podcast hosted by Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane.As we wrap up season one, we bring you a special story straight from South Africa! In this week’s episode, Dr. Ganzert i...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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23:06
Global Humane Regional Director for Africa, Taryn Gillson
Join us for the latest episode of Robin’s Nest, hosted by American Humane President and CEO, Dr. Robin Ganzert.We’re coming back to you from South Africa, where Robin speaks with Taryn Gillson, the Global Humane Regional Directo...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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32:33
