Cool Facts About Animals
We're back with a new episode on the Portuguese Man of War. Wow, this is one cool animal/colony of organisms, with super long tentacles, a deadly sting, and an interesting backstory. Thanks to our Patreon sponsors! If you'd like to be a Patreon sponsor, head . And if you think you know the answer to the creature quiz or the riddle, send us an email at .
info_outline Animal Defenses with OMSICool Facts About Animals
Here in Portland, Oregon, we're lucky to live so close to a world-class science museum, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, which we all affectionately call OMSI. A few weeks ago, we got the chance to take a tour of their latest exhibit, , with Sarah, the exhibit's curator. We learned about all sorts of animal defenses, including speed, size, camoflauge, and lots of others. We hope you enjoy this virtual tour - and if you're in Portland, definitely check out this exhibit! It's up through April 2024.
info_outline Cheetahs RebootCool Facts About Animals
Way back in our first episode - over 5 years ago now! - Grady chose cheetah for our first episode. We've learned a lot more about cheetahs since then, and introduced two new podcasters - Jaguar and Corduroy! So, we decided to bring you this reboot of our original episode. We hope you enjoy it. Here's the video we mentioned about cheetahs running in slow motion: If you think you know the answer to our creature quiz or riddle, send us an email at and we will send you a bookmark. Thank you to our Patreon sponsors! If you would like to support us financially, you can do so here:
info_outline ScorpionsCool Facts About Animals
These little arachnids pack a mean sting. But how dangerous are they? What does a scorpion sting feel like? And how many times can Jaguar evolve in one episode? Learn all about scorpions in our latest episode. Thank you to our Patreon sponsors! If you'd like to support us financially, please head to our Patreon page here. We love to hear from you! Send us an email at [email protected]
info_outline World of Jaguar Premiere!Cool Facts About Animals
Jaguar is starting his own podcast! Listen to the promo on this episode, and then listen to universe premiere of World of Jaguar wherever you find your podcasts. Apple link . MAKE ME RICHER AND FAMOUSER MINIONS! p.s. Scorpion episode coming soon!
info_outline Sea OttersCool Facts About Animals
You’re in for an adorable treat on this sea otter episode of Cool Facts About Animals! Learn about their special fur, tool use, and an ancient lion-sized otter. We’d love to hear from you! Send us your creature quiz answers, let us know you did the kid power challenge, or take a guess on our next episode. Send us an email at Thank you to our Patreon sponsors Cardiff, Grace, and Evie! If you’d like to be a Patreon sponsor, head here. And if you want to buy your own Cool Facts About Animals gear, check out .
info_outline Sheep, Cloning, and an Interview with Dr. Bill RitchieCool Facts About Animals
On this special episode of Cool Facts About Animals, we got to interview one of the scientists who changed the world! Dr. Bill Ritchie was one of the scientists behind the cloning of Dolly the Sheep. We talk about why this was so important, and how it has helped to change medicine today. We also have lots of cool facts about sheep, courtesy of Clara. We hope you enjoy the episode!
info_outline Rebroadcast: Dracomax on DragonsCool Facts About Animals
We're almost done with our episode on sheeps, featuring a very special interview with a scientist who was involved with perhaps the most famous sheep of all. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy this rebroadcast of a very silly episode with our friend Mr. Eric of the excellent podcast What If World.
info_outline Four Truths and a Lie – Bug EditionCool Facts About Animals
We had so much fun with our last four truths and a lie (ocean animals) that we decided to do it again! This episode features five unbelievable bugs. Four are real, one is fake. Can you spot the fake? Let us know what you guessed by emailing us at ! Thanks to our Patreon sponsors Loretta and Bennett! If you’d like to be a Patreon sponsor and help financially support our podcast, head over to Thanks for your support!
info_outline All About Cooking: DinosaursCool Facts About Animals
Every once in a while, Jaguar prevails and we take a break from our regularly scheduled programming for an All About Cooking episode. This is one of those times. In this episode, Jaguar prepares Dinosaur with the essence of Turkish bay leaf. He also teaches us some pretty incredible science. Kids, DO NOT try this at home!! We’ll be back soon with a four truths and a lie about bugs! Thanks for listening! *The full episode didn't upload the first time. If you're having trouble, please redownload the episode. Want to support Jaguar’s All About Cooking? Order your very own All About...
info_outlineWe’re very excited about this episode of Cool Facts About Animals. We’re breaking format to present “Four Truths and a Lie.” Four of these sea animals are real. One is not. Can you figure out which one is the lie?
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