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The Moth Radio Hour: Outside the Box

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Whale Adventures with Snotbot

This chapter follows a storyteller's journey from a curious child to a whale biologist, focusing on his innovative conservation method using a drone called 'Snotbot' to collect whale exhalations for health assessments. Through humorous anecdotes and challenges faced during a live National Geographic event, the narrative illustrates the importance of engaging youth in wildlife research. The chapter culminates in a dramatic live demonstration when a whale appears just in time, leaving a lasting impact on viewers and inspiring future conservation efforts.

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