Sep 29, 202645 min
Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick bring you a special edition of The Urban Zoo, recorded on location at the Streetsville Honey Festival! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s the SuperDogs!Amy White, Operations Manager with...
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Urban Zoo
Hosted by NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM · kids · EN
About this Podcast:
Each week Urban Zoo host Bill McBain welcomes vets, care-givers, researchers, spiritual leaders, suppliers, enforcement officers, pet-lovers and companions, etc., who share their stories and expertise. There is cuteness, joy, practical advice, expert insight and probing into some uncomfortable and challenging corners of our relationship with animal life. Biped-quadruped, carnivore-herbivore-omnivore-insectivore, invertebrate-vertebrate, pet-working or livestock, tame-feral, on wings-foot-hoof or fin: Peel is as bio-diverse as its’ people. We are a region where river valleys, woodland and farms bump up against ever expanding urban neighbourhoods. Some animals thrive, others are threatened but together they comprise the rich bio heritage of Peel. The Urban Zoo examines and celebrates the depth and power of the animal-human bond and the many facets of our interrelationship with the creatures we share our lives with. We want to hear your storie
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Booking probability
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Guest openness
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What is Urban Zoo about?
Each week Urban Zoo host Bill McBain welcomes vets, care-givers, researchers, spiritual leaders, suppliers, enforcement officers, pet-lovers and companions, etc., who share their stories and expertise. There is cuteness, joy, practical advice, expert insight and probing into some uncomfortable and challenging corners of our relationship with animal life.
Who hosts Urban Zoo?
Urban Zoo is hosted by NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM. The show has published 102 episodes to date.
What has Urban Zoo covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Urban Zoo - Epi 104 - From SuperDogs to an 850-KM Journey & the Fight Over Peel’s Water" (29 September 2026, 45 minutes), "Urban Zoo - Epi 103 - Telemedicine, Roadside Zoos & Animal Welfare Reform" (26 May 2026, 54 minutes), and "Urban Zoo - Epi 103 - Telemedicine, Roadside Zoos & Animal Welfare Reform" (26 May 2026, 54 minutes).
How often does Urban Zoo publish?
Urban Zoo publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 50 minutes across 102 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Urban Zoo?
Booking probability for Urban Zoo is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Urban Zoo requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Urban Zoo's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch Urban Zoo?
The strongest fits for Urban Zoo are Beekeeping, Horses & Other Livestock and Scientific Research & Development. Urban Zoo has a kids audience.
About the host
NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM hosts Urban Zoo, a kids podcast with 102 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- May 26, 202654 min
In this episode of The Urban Zoo, Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick explore the evolving world of animal care and welfare. The conversation covers the rise of veterinary telemedicine through Vetwise, the ethical...
- May 26, 202654 min
In this episode of The Urban Zoo, Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick explore the evolving world of animal care and welfare. The conversation covers the rise of veterinary telemedicine through Vetwise, the ethical...
- May 5, 202650 min
On The Urban Zoo, Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick share a heartwarming “happy story” about Monty finding a forever home, highlighting positive outcomes in animal rescue and adoption. The discussion continues with...
- Apr 21, 202658 min
On The Urban Zoo, Bill McBain speaks with Dr. Emily Pena for an introduction to veterinary medicine, discussing foundational concepts, career insights, and evolving practices in animal care. The episode also features...
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- Oct 29, 202539 min
This week on The Urban Zoo, host Bill McBain welcomes Sarika Cullis-Suzuki, co-host of CBC's The Nature of Things. Together, they discuss the fascinating world of beavers from above, exploring how these remarkable...
- Jul 29, 202555 min
In this episode of The Urban Zoo, host Bill McBain explores the intersection of art, environment, and animal welfare. Bill speaks with Terry Lim, Artistic Director of the Caledon Music Festival, about how the festival...
- Jul 29, 202552 min
In this episode of The Urban Zoo, host Bill McBain speaks with Scott Taylor, President of Spot Pet Insurance and together they discuss pet insurance. Bill later discusses invasive plant species with Allie Abram of the...
- Jun 17, 202553 min
In this episode of The Urban Zoo, host Bill McBain speaks with Dr. Alice Sinia. Dr. Sinia is responsible for the management of the Orkin Canada Quality Assurance Laboratory located in the GTA. She shares some tips on...
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Urban Zoo - Episode 94 - Author Brit Griffin, plus Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner
Jun 11, 202554 minIn this episode of The Urban Zoo, host Bill McBain speaks with Brit Griffin, author of The Winterman Trilogy , as well as an upcoming novel, The Haunting of Modesto O'Brien . Plus, he speaks with Mike Schreiner, Ontario...
- Jun 11, 202544 min
In this episode of The Urban Zoo, host Bill McBain interviews Nicole Arruda of the Canadian Animal Blood Bank. Plus, a story about hats in the wild!
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Urban Zoo - Episode 96 - Animal Welfare Through the Ages + Bill 21 and Ontario’s Food Future
Jun 10, 202554 minIn this episode of The Urban Zoo, host Bill McBain explores the history of animal welfare — from early domestication to modern advocacy — tracing how society's relationship with animals has evolved over time. Then, Bill...
- May 23, 202545 min
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss ways to keep your dog safe and healthy during Spring and Summer 2025.
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Urban Zoo - Episode 92 - Two More Mississauga Mayoral Candidates - Stephen Dasko and Dipika Damerla
Jun 4, 202455 minHost Bill McBain welcomes on two more contenders for Mayor of Mississauga: Steven Dasko and Dipika Demerla.
- Jun 4, 202447 min
Host Bill McBain interviews two contenders for Mayor of Mississauga: Alvin Tedjo and Brian Crombie.
- Jun 4, 202448 min
Host Bill McBain speaks about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Pit Ponies
- Jun 4, 202447 min
Host Bill McBain talks about The Bello Project, and the Red Tail Hawk's Nest at Queen's Park
- Apr 8, 202447 min
Host Bill McBain chats with Bill Redelmeier, Owner of Southbrook Organic Vineyards. It's a fascinating discussion about the art, beauty, science, and culture of wine in the Niagara Region.
- Apr 8, 202447 min
Host Bill McBain chats with Louise Engel, co-owner of Featherstone Estate Winery. Plus, another science news roundup.
- Mar 18, 202447 min
Host Bill McBain discusses, Indigo Pet Photography, and speaks with Green Party of Ontario Leader, Mike Schreiner.
Recent guests
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Amy White
Head of Corporate Social Responsibility and Social Issues Communications, Community of Hope Ministries
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Jane Goodall
primatologist and environmental activist, Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation
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Mike Schreiner
former PC MPP for Ajax and Ontario Green Party Leader, Green Party of Ontario
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Marit Stiles
Leader of Ontario's Official Opposition, Ontario New Democratic Party
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