Impaulsive with Logan Paul Forrest Galante On NELK Boys Backlash, Hooking Up On Naked & Afraid, $3B Secret Animal Sanctuary
Jul 29, 2025
Forrest Galante, a wildlife biologist and conservationist famous for his work on Extinct or Alive, dives deep into some thrilling topics. He discusses the ambitious efforts to resurrect extinct species like the woolly mammoth and dodo bird. Surprisingly, he shares a cheeky tale of competing on ‘Naked & Afraid’ and even sleeping with a giraffe! Also on the menu are wild adventures at an extravagant animal sanctuary and observations about dangerous creatures, alongside the impact of technology on isolated tribes. Tune in for a riveting mix of humor and conservation wisdom!
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Naked & Afraid Survival Story
- Forrest Galante scored 8.8 on Naked & Afraid by treating survival in Panama like a tropical vacation.
- His prior knowledge of the landscape and biology made the experience easier than most participants.
Protect Indigenous Culture From Tech
- Avoid introducing modern technology like smartphones or porn to uncontacted tribes; it can disrupt their culture.
- Sudden access to the internet or explicit content harms indigenous communities' social fabric.
Colombia's Escobar Hippos Problem
- Pablo Escobar brought four hippos to Colombia, which have since multiplied to over 200.
- These hippos cause ecological damage and have attacked people, prompting sterilization efforts.