

The Animals: Steven, Beaver
Nov 8, 2023
Connor Ratliff, a featured guest in this episode, talks about the lifestyle of a beaver named Steven, including his lodges and marriages. They also discuss the unique characteristics of beavers and a childhood incident involving a town Christmas tree. The speaker reflects on their beaver dam and explores the discomfort of being wet for a long time. They discuss human-built dams, including the Hoover Dam, and draw parallels between their dam-building abilities and different genres of music.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Beaver Lifestyle and Family
02:50 • 10min
An Accidental Encounter with the Town Christmas Tree
12:24 • 2min
Reflections on Beaver Dams and Lessons Learned
14:01 • 4min
The Perception of Wetness and Dryness
17:40 • 2min
Comparing Dams: Engineering Marvels and Self-Doubt
19:18 • 7min