Animal Facts
142 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 8 ratingsHave you ever wondered if there are any mammals that can lay eggs? Or what the fox actually says? Have you ever heard of a Pangolin?
Do you just love learning about animals? Well...I DO!
This is a podcast all about animals! What they eat, where they live, how they love and just crazy facts about them!
Animal Facts is a podcast where I, Nicole, geek out about animals with a special guest every week. I share interesting facts, we have some laughs and maybe a few tears about all the amazing animals we share this planet with.
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E64 Zigna, Zagna, Zaygna and Tacky
July 08, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBBackwards feet, no ears, one hole for all the waste and baby making, and some unique genitals...what animal comes to mind? This week on Animal Facts, I am joined by Moreh once again! She really wanted me to talk about a platypus, so I gave her the next best thing. This mammal has been around a long time, they are known as the oldest mammal species which makes me wonder...is this our future? I sure hope not! Plus they can produce PINK MILK! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E63 Does It Egg?
July 01, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBWhat animal is a predators with toxic knees? They are creepy scary babies, who grow up to be adorable cute adults. This week on Animal Facts, I am joined by Emily again! We play Hero or Villain with this animal, and describe what kind of hero(s) or villain(s) they would be. They can hunt in space, and are known as good luck if you see them. Also they can survive in your fridge. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E62 Early Bird Gets The Mate
June 24, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBWhat animal is both colorful and dull? They can swim, fly, walk, and climb trees. And their babies can survive falling from 50ft drops. This week on Animal Facts, I am once again joined by Lorraine, my mom. We talk about on of her favorite animals, they are capable of changing colors, and they love the water. Plus bonus fact at the end about scorpion butts! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E61 Fat Rat In A Chef Hat Pt Two
June 17, 2022 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBPart 2 learning about the Banana Slug! Animal Facts Podcast Challenge! Draw an animal with: 1) An oblong body 2) Four Tentacles 3) One Foot 4) A spiky tongue 5) A 60%-100% penis ratio to its body size This week on Animal Facts Podcast, my guest, Molly, draws this epic animal with the same criteria! A few more clues, its common name describes its body type. They produce "Miracle Mucus" and talking about this animal inspired an amazing dessert, we shall eat one day! Also apparently eat...
E60 Fat Rat In A Chef Hat Pt One
June 10, 2022 13:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBAnimal Facts Podcast Challenge! Draw an animal with: 1) An oblong body 2) Four Tentacles 3) One Foot 4) A spiky tongue 5) A 60%-100% penis ratio to its body size This week on Animal Facts Podcast, my guest, Molly, draws this epic animal with the same criteria! A few more clues, its common name describes its body type. They produce "Miracle Mucus" and talking about this animal inspired an amazing dessert, we shall eat one day! Also apparently eating this animal is delicious....but we w...
E59 Butt Worms Pt Two
June 03, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBThis week on Animal Facts, we continue to talk about the Peral Fish! We talk about all their quirks, the good, the bad, and the unpleasant! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E58 Butt Worms Pt One
May 27, 2022 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBThis week on Animal Facts, join us as Cody walks us through an epic story all for one personal question. We also talk about the crazy anatomy of this wacky animal. We don't want to meet in person...even though they are harmless...to humans at least. We also wonder what our society would be like if we had this animals anatomy. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E57 You Delta It You Smelta It
May 20, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBWhat do mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and insects all have in common? ENDANGERED SPEICES DAY! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, we dedicate this whole episode to the endangered species of the world! Unfortunately there are so many, but maybe learning about these few will inspire you to look into more and find ways to help the endangered animals in your community, or those in other parts of the world. Big or Small they all need our love! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E56 If You Give It Watermelon
May 13, 2022 13:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBNightwalkers are real, but they aren't zombies, or ghosts, or any other super natural creature....however they may sound terrifying when they scream or cry. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I am joined by Monica, and we talk about this adorable creature that looks snuggly, but has a mean bite! They also have an impressive tongue! If we had tongues like them, the human tongue could be 15-20 inches long! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E55 Lighting McFinn
May 06, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBWhat is super fast, beautifully iridescent, metallic-looking, shiny, and very pretty...when it isn't dead in a can? This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I am joined by the one and only Bri. We talk about this very common well known creature, that most people just don't know how cool they really are. They affect the stock market, they have a World day, and they would make a super awesome nickname for a fighter jet, race car, or submarine. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E54 A Year of Animals Pt. Two
April 29, 2022 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBHAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY to the Animal Facts Podcast, PART 2!! We continue to talk about fun stories about animals over the past year. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, join us for Part 2 of our one-year anniversary special! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E53 A Year of Animals Pt. One
April 22, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBHAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY to the Animal Facts Podcast!!! We have been learning about animals for a year! Where does the time go? This week on Animal Facts Podcast, join us for Part 1 of our one year anniversary special! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E52 Feed Me Peasant!
April 15, 2022 13:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBThese Queens enjoy the water, not only for splashing around, but also for diving, and sneak attacking any unsuspected prey. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I am joined by the amazing Megan! We talk about this adorable endangered animal that justifies my fear of leaving my feet exposed when I sleep. They are amazing hunters, have demanding low meows, and we have Bennett to thank for thier discovery. Thank You Bennett! Also did you know Zombies do exist? Be sure to listen to the end to fi...
E51 What A Specimen
April 08, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBThere is a crazy cartoon based on these very real animals. However, after you learn more about them, you may change your mind about this beloved cartoon character. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I am once again joined by Aaron and Josh, and we talk about the Bonnie and Clyde of birds. They are fierce predators and love to hunt and dance around their prey. These birds definitely don't change my feelings towards birds. Plus be sure to listen to the bonus facts about what animals can get ...
E50 Go Fetch My Soul!
April 01, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBHappy April Fools Everyone! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jaalah returns! We talk about this very hot, fiery beast that is scary cute! As much as we would love to cuddle it, we also really never want to see one! As a bonus we play a fun April Fools version of the "Guess my Name" Game. Join us in the pranking fun! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E49 Aggressive, Angry and Anxious
March 25, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBA few rules to live by if you are this animal. Don't make Mom angry. No "sneaky" behavior. Do not make Mom angry! No scorpion tails for the babies DO NOT ANGER MOTHER! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I am joined by the Pun Master, Briana! We talk about this very anxious and aggressive critter, who just lives thier life in constants fear. They will fight anything that gets in its way. Thier relationships are very toxic, especially between mother and daughter, and they are the true mo...
E48 Zedonks and Dorks
March 18, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBThey are the last wild species of their kind. They may look fun with their mohawks and friendly with their cute faces and rounded bodies!! But unlike their cousins, they are not to be trifled with. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, my very own mother joins us! We talk about a wild ride of an animal with quite the history under its belt! They are tough creatures made for survival! They also have some fun weird quirks about them, that makes them pretty unique. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E47 Remember Seth
March 11, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBHow do you take something creepy and make it less scary? Add a little sparkle, make it a cute animation, and add some glasses. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Moreh joins me in talking about this flashy, giant eyed, small, colorful, hairy critter! They have a good time dancing, and spreading their sparkle. "They may not live long, but their impact is lasting" - Moreh An animation and squishmallow of this animal is NEEDED! AND join us in playing "Nick-Name It!" linktr.ee/animalfacts
E46 You're Attach Worthy
March 04, 2022 14:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBYou walk a dog...so would you slither a snake? Or jump a kangaroo? Would it be 'fly' your pet bird? These are the questions we talk about sometimes. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jewell joins me in talking about these aggressive angry lil' guys, that are just a bunch of snacks! It is believed that they can get so angry they explode! And that's not even the craziest myth! Bonus fact at the end that involves more angry animals and misconceptions. Let's debunk all the things! linktr.ee/...
E45 "Marsie Marsie Marsie"
February 25, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBPig rat....forest rat...is it even a rat? Did you say speed date...or speed mate? Either way, this animal is an introvert to a 'T' This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Cody joins me once again! He may know more about animals than he thinks, but he definitely knows his video games! And gets to learn all about this video game characters inspiration! Be sure to listen to the end to find out what cute animal keeps a collection. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E44 Kissing Toast Cures Cold Sores
February 18, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThey make a great pet, you don't need to walk it, just spray it. Just be careful you don't over feed it, they have obesity issues. This week on Animal Facts I am joined by a special guest, my Mother in Law, Monica! We talk all about this cute squishy creature. They are very chill, and pretty adaptable, in the wild they are known to sneak into people houses and hang out in their bathrooms. Plus at the end we talk about a very odd looking animal that has startled fisherman who find them lur...
E43 So Cute I Wanna Protect It!
February 11, 2022 14:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBEmily joins me once again and we talk about her dog Leo's spirit animal. Any guesses? They are wrinkly, loppy, they have giant tongues, and we experience a lot of cute aggression towards them! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, learn what Nicole's favorite animal to see at the zoo is. And join us in our cute aggression. These animals are known to cradle their babies...like humans! What's not to love?! Be sure to listen to the end to find out what's better than cashmere. linktr.ee/animalfa...
E42 The Puffing Pigs Gang
February 04, 2022 14:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBPuffing pigs, small cow, panda of the sea what animal goes by all these names? This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I'm joined by a good friend Megan. And we talk about this critically endangered marine mammal, which has a big porpoise in life! There aren't many left in the world and we talk about some efforts that have been made to save them, including using Navy-trained Dolphins! Plus a bonus at the end, why are frogs eyeballs so important? linktr.ee/animalfacts
E41 Food-Eating Challenge GO!
January 28, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBThey are great at whistling, they aren't scared to fight someone bigger or stronger than they are. They like to keep a tidy home, they even have designated bathrooms in those homes! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Josh is my special guest this week, and we talk about how he wishes he could sleep as much as these animals. They love to eat, sleep, and eat some more. I also share a fun story of my experience with a food-eating challenge. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E40 Less Cube More Ooze
January 21, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBThe ocean is a super wild and weird place, full of wild and weird animals. And this creature is no different. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I am joined by 2 guests, Aaron and Josh. I tell them about an animal that is all about the goop, it has salty 'blood' and it liquefies its meals! If you discovered a subspecies of this creature, what would you name it? Based on its looks of course Join us in playing a "Name That Species" game. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E39 Eleven Pounds
January 14, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBWhat animal has better sniffers than dogs? They have cheek teeth, they can make low-frequency sounds that humans cannot hear; and in Oregon, one was knighted by the rosarians. This week on Animal Facts, Nicole is joined by a special guest, Jewell, and we talk about her favorite animal, and there is ALOT of info on these special beasties, who hold a few world records. Plus be sure to listen to Jewell's reaction to a photo of a real-life animal. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E38 Cloudy With a Chance of Dung
January 07, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBPlease welcome Cody, my special guest this week, and we discuss his Spirit animal! They can be lazy dwellers, tunnel kings, or strong rollers. They are smart, sneaky and very brutal in their hunting abilities, and they can be picky eaters. Friend or Foe? You tell us! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E37 Fight For Me Sir!
December 31, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBHappy New Year! and Happy Future Chinese New Year! They are super endangered, and look really cute, but we wouldn't want this animal as a pet, would you? This week on Animal Facts Podcast, I tell my guest, Emily, all about an animal that can run faster then our cars on the highway! And we try to figure out if the males are douche canoes, or if the ladies are just independent snobs... linktr.ee/animalfacts
E36 'Twas the Podcast Before Christmas
December 24, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBThere is always hope, and you just need to believe...unless you are Jaalah, then "Bah-Humbug!" to you!! But watch out! Her Bah-Humbugs are ruining this animal!! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, we bring to you a beloved holiday creature, perhaps its as quiet as a mouse, or it goes click-clack on your house! Either way, they are full of surprises! Hopefully just like your holidays! Happy Holidays from us to you, and no Bah-Humbugs! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E35 You Scared the Vomit Out of Me
December 17, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBCrappy disguises, poop shakes, T-Rex hugs?! What animal does all of these bizarre things! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jaalah informs Nicole, that if you want to spot the difference between male and females of this animal, you need to take a close look at their butt patterns! But would you even want to get close to this animal? Plus bonus at the end, find out what animal can squirt light! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E34 Baby Blanket Burrito
December 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBGiant filters, full moons, never a bones day...Are we even talking about a real animal or is it fictitious? This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Nicole tell Jaalah all about these....trains? Blanket burritos?? Whatever they are, they are NOT giant death monsters, and they the are definitely not our spirit animal, but maybe they're yours! Plus be sure to listen to how you can mock a croc in a way it cant mock you back :P linktr.ee/animalfacts
E33 Puffed Up, Smiling, and Ready to Murder
December 03, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBThey have bulging eyes, they smile, and they are ready to murder. They evolved over 90 million years ago, and haven't changed much, but hey, if it aint broke, why fix it? This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jaalah tells Nicole all about this dolphin narcotic that also happens to be helicopter of the sea, and we ask ourselves, are they the Velcro of the sea? linktr.ee/animalfacts
E32 Fox Of the Water
November 26, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBMy what a big head you have. My what big eyes you have. My what....wait, are your teeth in your throat?! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Nicole Tells Jaalah all about this colorful little fox of the water, who despite common belief does have a good memory, and a group of them is troubling. linktr.ee/animalfacts
Bonus E6 Turkey Thursday
November 25, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBWe are so grateful for all of you! Thank you for geekin' out about animals with us! In this special bonus episode of Animal Facts Podcast, can you guess what we talk about? Ill give you a hint, It can purr! Did that help? Plus We get to hear about other Harvest Festivals they do all around the world!! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E31 "I Am Death Wish"
November 19, 2021 14:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBGrimm's fairytales would not be kind to this little critters fairytale ending. Some unlucky fella got the worst curse out there. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jaalah tells Nicole all about this little dude, that can fit in the palm of your hand, but has the power to kill 2 full grown elephants! If it was a villain, their name would be Death Wish, and we wouldn't want to go up against them. Be sure to listen to the very end, spiders aren't the only ones with more than two eyes! linkt...
E30 Home Is Where The Devil Is
November 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBYou got a dirty forest floor? You need a good clean up crew? Who you gonna call? This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Nicole tells Jaalah all about this animal and its many inspirational roles in monster horror movies, and its famous "Cartoonized" character. They may sound evil and ferocious, but they aren't so bad when you get to know them., just watch out if they sneeze at you. What animal could we be possibly be talking about?! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E29 When is Grass Not Grass?
November 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBIs that just a squeaky door? Or is someone excited to have their own episode? They have big racks, and screaming bulges. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jaalah and Nicole go through the chamber of stomachs. Also when these animals are in a "rut" its not a bad thing, but a sign they are ready to spare, mingle and win a harem. linktr.ee/animalfacts
Bonus E5 Protect Your Melons
October 31, 2021 15:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBOOOoooOOOooo Spooky!!! What Halloween animals are there to talk about? A lot actually! Some may even surprise you. Special bonus episode in honor of Jaalah's favorite holiday, Halloween! Join us and be spooked! and amazed by the cool Halloween animals out there! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E28 Is It The Tooth Thing?
October 29, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBWhat animal has an awesome Halloween mask and epic costume change? They get it from there great genes, and soup making skills. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, not only do we learn how these animals use awesome match making skills, which may or may not involve jeans, and nerf guns. We also discover Jaalah's new favorite villain, he is tall, dark and...creepy...But she is still obsessed. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E27 Someone is Smelling Something
October 22, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBThis episode gets a little bananas. This tiny, powerful assassin teaches us size doesn't mater, and we don't need shaved legs. Jaalah may also have a slight crush... This week on Animal Facts Podcast, be sure to join Jaalah and Nicole in appreciating some of the amazing scientist out there that study these fierce little creatures...doing all kinds of activities. Plus Jaalah is here to set the record straight, we don't need to be so afraid of them, they are just slightly misunderstood. And ...
E26 Ragin' Raisins!
October 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBThese animals are strong, independent, and they don't need change. They are head bangin' fist pumpin' spiky raggers, who would make a great rock band. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, we learn about the animal that possibly inspired what we know as ROUS's. They are very cute, and full of surprises! They may be dressed in an apron and bonnet offering you crumpets, or playing hide n seek in your house. Plus shout out to the North Carolina Zoo, for being super awesome! linktr.ee/animalfacts
E25 Fingerling Furbies
October 08, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBTroops, butter, happy meals, backpacks, fingerlings, furbies? What animal inspired us to talk about all of these things? On Animal Facts Podcast this week Jaalah tells Nicole about one of the cutest, smallest, animals out there. They are really good at cutting symmetrical circles, they are great at facial expressions, and they have 'meal times' how cute is that! linktr.ee/animalfacts
Bonus E4: World Animal Day!
October 04, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBThere is a day dedicated to celebrating animals all over the world! Join us in celebrating some really cool animals out there! We have lots of animals and facts for you to learn about in this bonus episode! Here are a few ways to participate in World Animal Day! Get involved in events! Help or teach other about all the different kinds of animals! Adopt if you can, pledge, or donate to helping endangered or at risk animals! Join a peaceful protest, share about it on social media, share thi...
E24 Thick Leathery Lips
October 01, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBYou can find them wild, domesticated and feral. Horses are scared of them, they have very concentrated pee, and they make "sloppy or swampy sounds" according to Jaalah. Here's one more hint: Wednesday! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, join us in learning about this animals bizarre mating rituals, and what animal you don't want finding your secret watering hole, they may steal it from you. But on the plus side, they probably would love to share a plate of fries with you. Be sure to liste...
E23 Think Outside the Hole
September 24, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBDonuts!? Steak!? Jelly!? What animal could we possibly be talking about? It teaches us to chew our food, or suffer brain damage. This week on Animal Facts, Jaalah takes a deep dive into what should have been a horror animal for her to research! This animal is truly a sucker for keeping the mystery alive, and has some pretty BIG surprises. Also bonus at the end, find out what pigs, mice and rats all have in common. it may not be what you think. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E22 OM NOM Navoir...ish
September 17, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBDo they eat carrots? Are the made from leather? Are they related to pigs? Do expecting moms have a social groups? Be sure to listen to find if there is any truth in these questions. This week on Animal Facts, Nicole and Jaalah (mostly Nicole) have a rough week, but we still have some great laughs. Join us in learning about one of the most "ish" animal out there. Get some snacks to "nom nom" on while you learn about this bizarreish cuteish creature. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E21 It Gets Extra Floppy
September 10, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBIt huge, it's flappy, it's comin' for ya, and it will egg you! These creatures like to "beak bump" and Nicole will NEVER get close to them. This week on Animal Facts Podcast, join us on an epic egging adventure. Find out if we are talking about a living pterodactyl, or a Pegasus either way, its bigger then us and its eyes may be bigger than its stomach....or throat for that matter. And as a bonus be sure to listen to the very end to find out what animal smells like trip to the movie theat...
E20 My Pet Fruit
September 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBWhat animal is harmless to humans? What animal has a large impact on the ecosystem? What animal is has gills, but it cannot breath under water? This week on Animal Facts Podcast join Nicole in the discovery of Jaalah's "lines" and what boundaries not to cross. Also how something so small can have such a large impact. And if you find these critters in your home, you have a bigger problem at hand. linktr.ee/animalfacts
E19 Not 'Naked Naked...'
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBWhat animal was believed to be extinct. We have seen their numbers drop below 50, but they are making a come back! Because they are critically endangered, poaching them will truly cost you! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jaalah gives Nicole the run down on this amazing mammal. It chills in a snow fort, and it stashes food similar to the way Nicole's Mom stashes Girl Scout Cookies. Also be sure to listen to our last random fact to find out another use for animal pee. linktr.ee/animalfacts
Not 'Naked Naked...'
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBWhat animal was believed to be extinct. We have seen their numbers drop below 50, but they are making a come back! Because they are critically endangered, poaching them will truly cost you! This week on Animal Facts Podcast, Jaalah gives Nicole the run down on this amazing mammal. It chills in a snow fort, and it stashes food similar to the way Nicole's Mom stashes Girl Scout Cookies. Also be sure to listen to our last random fact to find out another use for animal pee. linktr.ee/animalfacts