In this episode of Robin's Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert is joined by Dr. Alice Johnson, Senior Vice President of Food Safety, Quality, and Animal Care at Butterball, for an inspiring conversation about Butterball's unwavering commitment to animal welfare. Dr. Johnson highlights the company’s adherence to the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare and their strict zero-tolerance policies to ensure their turkeys' safety and humane treatment.

The discussion explores Butterball’s forward-thinking initiatives to enhance the care and comfort of their birds, underscoring the importance of continuous improvement in animal welfare standards.

With the holiday season upon us, Dr. Ganzert and Dr. Johnson reflect on how families can celebrate traditions—like enjoying turkey dinners—while supporting humane practices. This heartwarming episode offers listeners insights into how they can make conscious choices for their holiday tables, embodying compassion and care for animals.

Dive into the newest episode of Robin’s Nest, where Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Wolfgang and Christoph Kiessling, the visionary leaders behind Loro Parque and Loro Parque Foundation. Discover their groundbreaking work in creating sustainable sanctuaries for marine life, advancing global ocean conservation, and protecting vulnerable species.

From innovation to inspiration, learn how their efforts are making waves for our planet's future. Don’t miss this uplifting conversation—listen now on your favorite podcast platform!

In this upcoming episode of Robin's Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Dr. Arnaud Desbiez, the 2024 Kiessling Prize award-winner and President/Founder of the Wild Animal Conservation Institute (ICAS) in Brazil. Dr. Desbiez shares his groundbreaking work in protecting two of the most iconic and vulnerable species in South America—the giant armadillo and the giant anteater. His research and conservation efforts focus on not only safeguarding these species from extinction but also training landowners to protect their land from wildfires, ultimately protecting both their livelihoods and the habitats of these extraordinary creatures. Dr. Desbiez reflects on the power of communication in conservation, offering a powerful reminder that “you don’t need to be a biologist to be a conservationist.” Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the importance of collaboration and the dedication it takes to protect our planet’s most endangered species.