The natural world as a documentary: one animal, one habitat or one scientific puzzle at a time, told through the people who study it.
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The future of the most endangered orca populations is inextricably linked to the health of our rivers and salmon. We look at what it will take to save the remaining families of the Pacific Northwest.
17 Oct 2026
The Iberian Mystery
In 2020, a new and terrifying behavior emerged off the coast of Spain: orcas systematically disabling sailboats. Is it a trauma response, territorial defense, or simply a dangerous teenage fad?
10 Oct 2026
The Breaking Point
Decades of confinement eventually reached a tragic boiling point. We examine the psychological toll of captivity on a highly intelligent species through the life of a single, massive bull orca.
3 Oct 2026
The Captive Experiment
In the mid-20th century, humans viewed orcas as pests to be eradicated. That changed overnight when the first live orcas were brought into captivity, launching a multi-billion dollar entertainment industry.
3 Oct 2026
The Grandmother Rule
Far from mindless killers, orcas live in complex, matriarchal societies. We dive into the distinct languages, cultures, and family bonds that define their lives, guided by the elders of the pod.
3 Oct 2026
The Perfect Predator
To understand the orca, you must first understand their unmatched physical capabilities and global dominance. This episode breaks down the biology and terrifyingly coordinated hunting tactics that allow them to rule every ocean on Earth.
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