Animal Talk Podcast

About Animal Talk Podcast

🎙️ Join co-hosts Ryne Ferguson & Ayrton King as they dive into the world of Animal Care, Training, and Behaviour! From seasoned specialists to fresh faces in the industry, we’re bringing everyone together to talk all things animals. 🐾 💬 Got a question or a topic you’d like us to cover? Email us at: animal.talk201@gmail.com 📱 Follow us on social media and be part of the conversation — Let’s all talk animals! Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @AnimalTalkPodcast-ZA

Publisher

Ryne Ferguson and Ayrton King

Category

science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Aug 2020

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

60 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Episode 59 "Southern Ground Hornbills" with Joanne Meyer

   Ryne welcomes back a very special guest back onto Animal Talk Podcast. Joanne, who was one of the very first guests to join the podcast back in 2020 on Episode 2! Nearly six years later, we reconnect to dive into the fascinating world of Southern Ground Hornbills and explore the incredible work being done by the Mabula Ground Hornbill Project. From learning more about these remarkable birds, their behaviour and the challenges they face in the wild, to discussing the important conservation work dedicated to protecting their future, this episode is packed with insights into one of Africa’s most iconic bird species. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to look back at how far Animal Talk Podcast has come since those early episodes, reconnect with one of our original guests, and continue sharing the stories of the passionate people working behind the scenes for animal care, welfare and conservation. Join Ryne and Joanne for an engaging conversation celebrating Southern Ground Hornbills and the people dedicated to ensuring their survival for generations to come! 🌍 🎧 Tune in to Episode 59 Report Ground Hornbill sightings 📱:https://wa.me/27797546234 (https://wa.me/27797546234) How You can Help 💻:https://ground-hornbill.org.za (https://ground-hornbill.org.za) 📧: animal.talk201@gmail.com Our Links: https://linktr.ee/animaltalkpodcast (https://linktr.ee/animaltalkpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=20051273-f6ca-4165-9e0b-76644f5ef984) SAAKA Links: https://linktr.ee/saaka_org (https://linktr.ee/saaka_org?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=3f39bd94-1a14-45a0-a29a-727313e4c3a4) eRadioSA:

2. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Episode 58 "From Zookeeper to Director" with Chad Crittle

   After 50 episodes, Chad Crittle is back on the Animal Talk Podcast! This time, Ryne catches up with Chad in episode 58 to explore his incredible journey through the zoological industry, from his beginnings as a zookeeper to his most recent achievement of becoming the Zoo Director at Adelaide Zoo, part of Zoos South Australia, a year ago. They reflect on Chad’s career, the experiences that have shaped him, and the transition from working directly with animals to leading an entire zoo. What does it take to make that leap? How does a background in animal care influence leadership and decision-making? And what challenges and opportunities come with managing one of Australia's well-known zoological institutions? Join Ryne and Chad for an insightful conversation about career development, leadership, animal welfare, and the journey of growing within the zoological profession. Whether you're a zookeeper just starting out, an experienced animal care professional, or someone interested in the leadership behind modern zoos, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 📧: animal.talk201@gmail.com Our Links:https://linktr.ee/animaltalkpodcast (https://linktr.ee/animaltalkpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=1f5fb094-9fa0-4f96-a5ac-1edccc9c8f4b) SAAKA Links:https://linktr.ee/saaka_org (https://linktr.ee/saaka_org?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=22dbc8bc-fa32-46ff-b5a8-703e2a9f4c78)

3. 

   2 Oct 2026

   Episode 57 "Experience Working as a Keeper & Travel" with Peter Bonser-Blake

   In this Episode, Ryne chats with Peter Bonser-Blake about his journey through the world of animal care and his experiences as a keeper. Peter shares stories from his career, the lessons he has learned working with animals, and some of the memorable experiences that have shaped his approach to animal care and husbandry. But the conversation doesn’t stop there! Peter also takes us on a journey through some of his travel adventures, sharing stories from the places he has visited, the experiences he has had along the way, and the people and animals that have made those adventures so memorable. 🌍🐾 It’s a relaxed and fascinating conversation about animal keeping, life experiences, travel, adventure and the many opportunities that a career working with animals can bring. Tune in and join Ryne and Peter for another great conversation on Animal Talk Podcast! 🎧 📧: animal.talk201@gmail.com Our Links:https://linktr.ee/animaltalkpodcast (https://linktr.ee/animaltalkpodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=6109b724-1315-43be-abd7-9a774e91b9bc) SAAKA Links:https://linktr.ee/saaka_org (https://linktr.ee/saaka_org?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=c6a520cd-f723-40a2-b8ad-2fb0c80ed03e)

Who has been a guest on Animal Talk Podcast

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• Martin Rodrigues
• Jonathan Leeming
• Chad Crittle
• Jessica Briner
• Tammy Caine

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

962

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100

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Quality

55

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

0

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