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In this introductory chapter, the host shares their personal journey into the realm of podcasting, revealing their background as a taxidermist. They set the stage for engaging discussions on science, conservation, and invite the audience to look forward to insights from a veteran taxidermist guest.

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Love science and conservation? Want to discover new ways to protect our species? Elle Kaye chats with guests who work within the science genre, but whose job titles may need a little unpacking. Strap in for entomology, taxidermy, diaphonization, pet remains, human pathology and all those that work with specimens.

In episode 001, Elle chats with Ken about growing up in rural Canada, building a life-size recreation of a Sasquatch, and becoming a three time world champion taxidermist.

Show Notes, Instagram Links and Further Reading

Taxidermist Carl Akeley

https://www.fieldmuseum.org/about/history/carl-akeley

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Carl-E-Akeley

eBook Leon Luther Pray- Taxidermy

http://www.gutenberg.org/files/29691/29691-h/29691-h.htm

First Class Trophy Article on Ken Walker’s World Titles

https://firstclasstrophy.com/the-world-champion-taxidermist-ken-walker-becomes-director-of-quality-creativity-in-first-class-trophy/

Ken Walker’s Wilderness Studios

https://www.facebook.com/Walkers-Wilderness-Studios-921048654631298/

Taxidermy Associations

https://www.eurotaxidermy.eu/