Wildly Curious

By: Katy Reiss & Laura Fawks Lapole
  • Summary

  • Wildly Curious is a comedy podcast where science, nature, and curiosity collide. Hosted by Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole, two wildlife experts with a combined 25+ years of firsthand experience in conservation education, the show explores wild animal behaviors, unexpected scientific discoveries, and the most bizarre natural phenomena. Each episode blends humor with real-world science insights, taking listeners on a fun journey through quirky facts and surprising revelations. Whether you're curious about bizarre animal adaptations, wildlife conservation stories, or the mysteries of the natural world, this podcast guarantees laughs and learning. Perfect for science lovers, curious minds, and anyone ready to explore the unexpected side of nature and scienceWildly Curious is your go-to podcast for wild facts and guaranteed laughs!

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Episodes
  • Glow in the Dark: Bioluminescence Wonders of the Deep and Beyond
    Nov 5 2024

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    In this episode of Wildly Curious, hosts Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole dive into the mesmerizing world of bioluminescence, exploring how animals, plants, fungi, and even bacteria light up the natural world. From deep-sea fish with built-in flashlights to fungi glowing in forests, discover the surprising science and evolution behind nature’s glow. Why do creatures glow? Is it a defense mechanism, a hunting tactic, or a way to find love? Uncover the fascinating reasons bioluminescence has evolved and how these light-producing marvels use their radiance to survive.

    Perfect for anyone enchanted by the mysteries of nature or curious about what lights up our planet in the dark!

    Want to see behind the scenes and unedited footage?!🎉 Support us on Patreon for even more laughs🪼🦤🧠


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    53 mins
  • Inside Mexico’s Giant Crystal Cave: Science and Survival Below the Surface
    Oct 29 2024

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    In this episode of Wildly Curious, hosts Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole venture into one of Earth’s most extreme environments: the Cave of Crystals in Naica, Mexico. Discovered in 2000, this surreal underground world holds colossal gypsum crystals, some reaching over 30 feet in length and weighing as much as 55 tons. With temperatures soaring up to 122°F and nearly 100% humidity, the cave is as hostile as it is mesmerizing. Discover the science behind these mammoth crystals, the unique conditions that allowed them to form, and the challenges scientists face while studying them. Join Katy and Laura as they delve into the mysteries of this geological wonder.

    Perfect for science enthusiasts, geology buffs, and anyone captivated by the extreme and unusual wonders of our planet!

    Want to see behind the scenes and unedited footage?!🎉 Support us on Patreon for even more laughs🪼🦤🧠


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    11 mins
  • Uncovering Subterranean Secrets: The Ancient Underground City of Derinkuyu
    Oct 22 2024

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    In this episode of Wildly Curious, Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole explore the ancient underground city of Derinkuyu, a massive subterranean metropolis in Turkey. Accidentally discovered in the 1960s, this hidden city could house up to 20,000 people and features everything from stables to chapels. Learn how this Byzantine-era marvel was used as a refuge from invaders and natural disasters, and uncover the innovative engineering that still amazes archaeologists today. Tune in as Katy and Laura dive deep into this underground wonder and discuss what life would have been like for its ancient inhabitants.

    Perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone curious about underground mysteries!

    Want to see behind the scenes and unedited footage?!🎉 Support us on Patreon for even more laughs🪼🦤🧠


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    11 mins

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