Worth Your Time! with Kristi Lee and Rob Shumaker

By: Kristi Lee and Rob Shumaker
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  • Worth Your Time explores the hearts and minds of extraordinary individuals from all walks of life. Join Kristi Lee from The BOB & TOM Show and Dr. Rob Shumaker of the Indianapolis Zoo as they delve into the lives of fascinating guests, uncovering stories that will inspire, challenge, and entertain us and you.
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  • The Well-Connected Animal: A Deep Dive into Social Networks in Animal Societies with Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin, Part 2

    The Well-Connected Animal: A Deep Dive into Social Networks in Animal Societies with Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin, Part 2
    Nov 15 2024
    Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin, an evolutionary biologist from the University of Louisville, joins us to discuss his new book 'The Well Connected Animal: Social Networks and the Wondrous Complexity of Animal Societies.' We begin with the social networks of macaques in Puerto Rico and the impact of Hurricane Maria on their social behavior. Dr. Dugatkin also shares intriguing insights into vampire bats' social structures, blood-sharing practices, and social networks. Additionally, he delves into the cooperative behaviors between dolphins and Brazilian fishermen and the cultural transmission among chimpanzees in the Kibale Forest. The Well-Connected Animal: Social Networks and the Wondrous Complexity of Animal Societies - https://amzn.to/3C3iFXB
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    39 mins
  • Exploring Animal Societies with Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin: From Guppies to Macaques, Part 1

    Exploring Animal Societies with Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin: From Guppies to Macaques, Part 1
    Nov 1 2024
    Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of animal behavior with Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin, author of 'The Well Connected Animal'. Dr. Dugatkin shares insights from his extensive research, starting with his groundbreaking studies on social learning in guppies. Discover how female guppies copy the mate choices of others and how genetic and cultural factors interplay in mate selection. We then transition to swordtail fish and the intricate dynamics of spying and social networks. Finally, we delve into the remarkable social networks of macaques on Cayo Santiago Island, where female grooming networks significantly impact survival and reproduction after Hurricane Maria. This conversation reveals the unexpected complexities of animal societies and the innovative methods used to study them. The Well-Connected Animal: Social Networks and the Wondrous Complexity of Animal Societies - https://amzn.to/3C3iFXB
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    28 mins
  • Exploring the Paranormal with Spiritual Healer Marilene Isaacs Kauffman, Part 2

    Exploring the Paranormal with Spiritual Healer Marilene Isaacs Kauffman, Part 2
    Oct 15 2024
    Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shoemaker welcome spiritual healer Marilene Isaacs Kauffman. She shares her experiences at an intense visit to the haunted Central State Hospital in Indianapolis. She discusses various aspects of her work, including spirit attachments, healing techniques, and the ethical considerations of clairvoyance. The conversation also delves into the influence of voodoo, forest bathing, and the importance of reconnecting with nature. Marilene emphasizes the power of the Holy Spirit and offers insights into how people can overcome fear and depression by embracing positive energy. Visit her website here: https://www.marilene.org/
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    32 mins

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