What The Duck?!

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Butts. What are they good for?

October 09, 2026

Two million years ago, our ancestors had tiny ape-like butts. Then something strange happened.. our butts grew bigger. Butt, why?It turns out humans aren’t the only primates whose butt took a bizarre evolutionary turn.These peaches have a lot to answer for.Featuring:Professor Daniel Lieberman, Harvard University, US.Professor Jo Setchell, Durham University, UK. Dr Peter Bishop, Harvard University, US.Lauren Thornton, University of Sunshine Coast.Production:Ann Jones, Presenter / Producer.Petr...

Flaco the owl escapes cage in Central Park Zoo

October 02, 2026

A superhero origin story would absolutely be 12 years in a cage and then set free by secretive criminals.That’s the story of Flaco, the Eurasian Eagle Owl, released from his vandalised cage in Central Park Zoo, New York City. But how long could Flaco possibly last in the graveyard of bird diversity that is the city? How long could he fly without confusing a window for the sky?Featuring:Ed Shanahan, Metro reporter, The New York Times.Julia Wang, Project Leader, Cornell Lab of Ornithology.Brend...

Bumblebees have BIG feelings

September 25, 2026

Mum says it’s ok to be angry. But it’s not ok to take over a whole island state.Featuring: Andrew Barron - Comparative Neuroscientist from Macquarie University, NSWTim Low - Biologist and a founder of the Invasive Species CouncilProduction:Ann Jones, Presenter / ProducerSarah Prosser, ProducerHarvey O'Sullivan, Mastering EngineerThis episode of What the Duck was produced on the land of the Wadawarrung people. Find more episodes of the ABC podcast, What the Duck?! with the always curious Dr An...

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How do I get in touch with What The Duck?!?

What The Duck?! is hosted by Ann Jones. Its publicly listed email is abcpodcasts@abc.net.au. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for What The Duck?!?

The publicly listed email for What The Duck?!: abcpodcasts@abc.net.au.

How many listeners does What The Duck?! have?

Podseeker estimates What The Duck?! reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for What The Duck?!?

What The Duck?! typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Researchers, university academics, authors, naturalists, conservation and ecology professionals, science communicators, and cultural or Indigenous knowledge specialists with direct expertise in Australian plants, animals or environmental science. Common among recent guests: University research or academic appointments; Published books on nature, science or natural history; Leadership roles at botanical gardens or research institutions. Recent guests include Jenny Mortimer, Ayesha Tulloch, and Nola Turner-Jensen.

How hard is it to get booked on What The Duck?!?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does What The Duck?! cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Natural History, Wildlife, Ecology, and Botany. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.