This episode explains why the southern sea otter is instrumental in the survival of the giant kelp forests and why they are called a "keystone" species. Mammalogist Erin Lundy, from the Aquarium of the Pacific, discusses what we can do to keep the southern sea otters from becoming extinct. Support the show…

This episode focuses on how pollution affects both wildlife and humans and what we can do to reverse the negative outcome. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

Anna Vanover and special guest Lida Tom discuss the importance of protecting the threatened Mojave Desert Tortoise . Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

This episode of RISE for Wildlife will take you on a journey to better understand the American Crow. So be prepared to rethink any preconceived notions you might have about them. Make sure to stay tuned until the very end of the episode for a little surprise. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

This episode dispels the myths about skunks and provides information to better understand the ways to help them survive alongside society. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

This episode explains how RISE for Wildlife began and the many ways you can support its mission. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

This episode attempts to discover where the wild parrots came from and how they arrived in Southern California. This program includes an interview with Dr. John McCormack from the Moore Laboratory of Zoology at Occidental College and Betty Hahn, a Southern California resident since 1921. Support the show…

A compilation of stories that follow the life and times of squirrels. Todd, Jennifer, and Eduardo share how their squirrel encounters have enhanced and even changed their lives. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

Bats have long been misunderstood. This episode works to dispel the myths surrounding these little animals and instead, explain how beneficial bats are to our world. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

This episode examines the plight of the endangered sea turtle and what we can do to help protect it from extinction. You can watch a rescued sea turtle as it awaits release back into the ocean by visiting the link below. http://marinelife.org/seaturtles/rehab/turtlecam/ Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

How the dream of a wish list for wildlife rehabiltators became a reality and the amazing story of compassion, love, and friendship that came from it. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

Urban sprawl has negatively affected wildlife by displacing many animals and forcing others to adapt to a life that has become dangerous. In some cases, urban sprawl has eliminated a large majority of native species. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

In this episode, we explore nature in our own backyard. Find out how creating a backyard habitat can be both satisfying and rewarding. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

States and cities across the U.S. are stepping up to prevent collisions with wild animals when they cross busy highways. From an idea that proved to be a phenomenal success in Canada has now become the gold standard for countries around the world. Click the link below to see articles, pictures, and what you can do to support wildlife rescuers: http…

This episode of RISE for Wildlife gives a taste of what it is like to be a certified wildlife rehabilitator. Support the showOleh Anna Vanover

This is the story of The Possum Drop. A New Year's eve event that lowers a live Opossum from the top of a crane at midnight. The event takes place every year in North Carolina. Animal Help Now, a nonprofit organization is working to have the law repealed that allows such events from taking place ever again. Support the show…