Robin's Nest from American Humane
American Humane has been fighting for the humane treatment of all animals since 1877, making it the first and most experienced national humane organization in the country and the world’s largest certifier of animal welfare, helping to verify the humane treatment of more than one billion animals across the globe each year. Robin’s Nest hosted by Dr. Robin Ganzert is the official podcast of American Humane and Global Humane. The show takes on the biggest issues facing the amazing animals we share our world with, from the pets in our homes to the thousands of endangered species fighting to survive in the wild. The podcast features lively and informative conversations with a variety of guests including celebrities, and global experts in conservation, veterinary care, animal behavior, zoology, and the human-animal bond. If you love animals, you'll love Robin’s Nest.
Episodes
What does it take to raise ducks the right way? On this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Heidi Parnin and Drew Frey of Culver Duck Farms—two passionate leaders shaping the future of humane poultry practices.
From species-specific care to earning American Humane Certification, Heidi and Drew share how Culver is setting the gold standard for duck welfare. If you’ve ever wondered what responsible farming really...
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert speaks with Mel Coleman Jr., Vice President of Retail at Coleman All Natural Meats and a pioneer of humane animal farming practices. Coleman All Natural Meats is a family company that has been Certified™ for several years and has been dedicated to high standards of animal welfare for generations. In this episode, Mel discusses how animal welfare is a priority for consumers when sel...
In this heartwarming episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert welcomes Liz Stewart and her extraordinary therapy dog, Dayo. Dayo, whose name means “Joy Arrives,” has truly lived up to his name—bringing comfort, hope, and healing to children and families in need.
From visiting pediatric palliative care patients at George Mark Children’s House to helping children process grief at Camp Erin, Dayo’s presence brings a sense of peace an...
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with Dr. Kathleen Dudzinski, a pioneering marine mammalogist and expert in dolphin communication. As the Director of the Dolphin Communication Project, Dr. Dudzinski has dedicated her career to understanding the complex ways dolphins interact through sound and movement. She shares insights into her groundbreaking research and the innovative Mobile Video/Acoustic Array (MV...
In this compelling episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert welcomes Dr. Robert Aruho, a leading conservationist and veterinarian dedicated to protecting one of the world’s most endangered species—the mountain bongo. As Head of Conservancy, Veterinary Services, and the Mountain Bongo Program at the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy, Dr. Aruho shares his passion for saving these magnificent antelopes, whose numbers have dwindled to...
In this inspiring episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert speaks with Petty Officer Alesha Horn about her remarkable K-9 partner, Niki—a finalist in the American Humane Hero Dog Awards. As one of fewer than 18 Coast Guard K-9s, Niki has completed over 250 high-stakes operations, securing major events like the Rose Bowl and protecting millions aboard Washington State’s ferries.
From detecting a firearm that led to a fugitive’s arr...
In this episode of Robin’s Nest, Dr. Robin Ganzert welcomes Sergeant David Rowland and his remarkable partner, K-9 Bo, the bloodhound from the Gastonia Police Department in North Carolina. At just 18 months old, Bo has already made an indelible impact, solving cases, saving lives, and bringing comfort to those in need.
As the first bloodhound in his department, Bo’s gentle demeanor and unparalleled tracking skills have helped locate...
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...
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&...
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 ...
In the Season 2 kickoff of Robin's Nest, Dr. Debi Luke discusses her impactful work at the Florida Aquarium, focusing on marine conservation. She highlights efforts to protect manatees, an iconic species at risk, and her advocacy for their well-being. Dr. Luke also talks about Florida's climate challenges, especially with coral conservation, aiming to restore reefs critical to marine biodiversity. Additionally, she covers...
Welcome back to Robin’s Nest, the podcast hosted by Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane.
As we wrap up season one, we bring you a special story straight from South Africa! In this week’s episode, Dr. Ganzert is joined by five remarkable guests, Dr. David Roberts, Natalie Maskell, Dr. Thomas Edling, Dr. Kashya Choksi, and Cheryl Lesko to discuss an inspiring penguin release. You'll witness the heartwarming mo...
Join us for the latest episode of Robin’s Nest, hosted by American Humane President and CEO, Dr. Robin Ganzert.
We’re coming back to you from South Africa, where Robin speaks with Taryn Gillson, the Global Humane Regional Director for Africa. In this action-packed 30-minute episode, you'll hear the touching story of a cheetah who received critical care from Global Humane, with a surprising and adorable twist along the way. The ...
In this new episode of Robin’s Nest, American Humane president and CEO Dr. Robin Ganzert is coming to us straight from South Africa.
In this exciting episode, Robin speaks with the 2023 and 2024 Global Humanitarian Award Recipients Adrian Gardiner and John Payne, respectively. Adrian delves into his leadership journey in conservation and his efforts with the Nyosi Wildlife Reserve, while John highlights the significant impac...
In the latest episode of Robin’s Nest, American Humane president and CEO Dr. Robin Ganzert sits down with two of our 2023 Hero Dog handlers Kelly Brownfield and Katie Harris. Watch and listen to learn more about their journey and their incredible hero dogs, Maverick and Moxie, respectively.
Maverick, the 2023 Hero Dog Award winner and Therapy Dog Finalist, travels with his owner Kelly, offering steadfast support to milita...
In this episode of Robin's Nest, Robin talks with Dr. Jon Paul Rodriguez who Chairs the IUCN Species Survival Commission, is a Professor at the Center for Ecology of the Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Investigations, and is a founder, past Board Member, and President of Provita. An expert in conservation and rainforest ecology, Dr. Rodriguez talks with Robin about the important work being done to conserve some of the most...
In this episode of Robin's Nest, Robin talks with Dr. Richard Goldstein, Chief Medical Officer at Zoetis. As a veterinarian, Dr. Goldstein is committed to enhancing animal welfare worldwide. His dedication extends across borders and species, exploring innovative approaches that address the diverse health challenges animals face. Zoetis is also a terrific partner and supporter of American Humane, listen as they discuss pet prep...
In this episode of Robin's Nest, Robin talks with Marean Spero Steen, National Director of American Humane Hollywood. Marean heads up the iconic “No Animals Were Harmed” program and discusses American Humane's important role in keeping animals safe in the filmed entertainment world.
In this episode of Robin's Nest, Robin talks with Sergio Henriques, Invertebrate Conservation Coordinator at the Global Center for Species Survival, at the Indianapolis Zoo. Henriques shares his passion for fireflies, education, and conservation. He’s an expert on everything creepy and crawly and tells Robin all about the status of conservation efforts for invertebrates.
In this episode of Robin's Nest, Robin talks with Wolfgang Kiessling, President and founder of Loro Parque animal embassy. Robin talks with Wolfgang about his vision for the Loro Parque zoo and the Kiessling Prize to support individuals making extraordinary contributions to the field of wildlife conservation.
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