Explore every episode of the podcast The Wild Walk of Fame
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| Howler monkey: the clues in the name for this noisy primate | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:10:40 | |
In this episode we talk about the loudest monkey in the world - the howler monkey. I guess the clue is in the name! Find out what makes them so loud, why they’re so slow and how close knit their families are which helps them to survive. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Gila monster: more sloth like than terrifying monster with a tricky pronunciation! | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:11:30 | |
In this episode we talk about a lizard who is misunderstood and mispronounced - the Gila monster! Pronounced “hee-luh”. Find out what the Gila monster stores in it’s tail, why its bite is really not that bad and it’s unusual talent for climbing trees despite it being slow and sluggish. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| 100th Episode of The Wild Walk Of Fame | 03 Sep 2026 | 00:20:36 | |
In this episode we look back at some of our favourite facts from the last 100 shows and celebrate what we love most about our amazing planet and all that lives here. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Peacock: likes to shake a tail feather and tune in that head crest radar | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:11:23 | |
In this episode we talk about a a bird who is used to putting on a show - the peacock or should that be peafowl? Find out how many species there are, how they shake their tail feathers and how their ‘crowns’ are like satellite receptors. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Hyena: more deadly than hilarious but a real team player | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:11:52 | |
In this episode we talk about a mammal with a bit of an unfair reputation - the hyena. Find out how many species they are, if they really laugh like a hyena and how bone crushingly strong their teeth are. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Bush baby: the wide eyed big eared leaping primate | 29 Jul 2026 | 00:10:31 | |
In this episode we talk about a shy primate from the African continent - the bush baby. Find out how their got their name, how special their eyes and ears are and what makes them epic jumpers and climbers. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Summer challenge: taking in nature where you are | 22 Jul 2026 | 00:02:49 | |
This week is a bit different. I want you to go out and observe as much nature as possible! Look, listen, note down, take the time to stop and appreciate, count, sketch and identify. Immerse yourself in the outdoors and feel part of planet earth. | |||
| Ostrich: the original big bird with long legs and huge eggs! | 15 Jul 2026 | 00:10:54 | |
In this episode we talk about a giant of the bird world - the ostrich. Find out how big they actually are, how big their eggs are, how long their legs are, how long their claws are and how fast they can run. Spoiler; very big and very fast! If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Minke whale: small in stature big in personality and appetite | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:10:54 | |
In this episode we talk about a mini species in the whaling world - the minke whale. Find out how fast they can swim despite their size, what family of whales they belong to and how they got their name through mistaken identity. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Zebra: black and white and striped all over but who knows why? | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:11:23 | |
In this episode we talk about a much loved stripy friend - the zebra! Find out why they are stripy, their sleeping skills whilst on the hoof and the epic collective noun for them. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Mola mola / sun fish: looks like a plate, swims like plate, isn’t a plate | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:10:07 | |
In this episode we talk about a very strange and elusive fish - the mola mola fish or ocean sun fish. Find out how they get their name, why they’re one of the biggest fish in the sea and how many millions of babies they can make per season. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Christmas Island red crab: migratory pro that is so strong it can pop a tyre. | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:09:55 | |
In this episode we talk about a very colourful and resourceful crustacean - the Christmas Island red crab. Find out why they make a yearly epic migration, how many millions of them there are and why they might just turn to eating each other cannibal style. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Gibbon: the choir of the jungle or should that be the swing band? | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:09:18 | |
In this episode we talk about a very unique and melodic ape - the gibbon. Find out how how far they can swing, how loud they can sing and how they love to stay together as a family unit. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Vulture: nature’s clean up crew with an iron stomach | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:12:42 | |
In this episode we talk about a pretty unpopular bird species - the vulture. Find out how many species cites there are, how they get their fill of food and the many names (collective nouns) or their social groups. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| King cobra: the deadly and athletic monarch of the snake world | 20 May 2026 | 00:12:10 | |
In this episode we talk about the most regal snake out there - the king cobra. Find out how they potent their deadly venom is, how big they can grow and how they are the all round athlete of the tropics. But don’t worry they’re more scared of you than you are of them (well almost!) If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Special episode: Happy 100th Birthday Sir David Attenborough | 13 May 2026 | 00:13:29 | |
In this episode we talk about the most iconic star of the natural world, Sir David Attenborough. We couldn’t let our hero’s 100th birthday pass us by without talking about what makes him so special and some of the many species he has had named after him across his extraordinary life. Meet a lizard, a shrimp, an echidna,a butterfly and a frog all named after the great environmentalist and naturalist. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Sun bear: the smallest bear with the gentlest personality only found in Southeast Asia | 06 May 2026 | 00:11:56 | |
In this episode we talk about the smallest bear species with the biggest heart - the sun bear. Find out how they get their name, how long their tongue is and why they are actually a lot more intelligent and complex than anyone gives them credit for. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Scorpion: deadly pincers, deadly tail, deadly attitude. | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:12:07 | |
In this episode we talk about a small arachnid that packs a sting - the scorpion. Find out how they glow in the dark, how long they go last on one meal and how deadly their venom really is. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Cassowary: 3rd largest bird in the world, who can’t fly but makes an amazing father | 22 Apr 2026 | 00:12:10 | |
In this episode we talk about big big bird known for it’s bright colours - the cassowary. Find out how the cassowary which is third in line to the ostrich and emu in size likes to run, jump and swim, how the dad looks after the eggs and the babies and also how they play a vital role in helping the rainforest to grow. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Thresher shark: whips it’s tail good, among other fishy talents | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:13:10 | |
In this episode we talk about big fish with an unusual tail - the thresher shark. Find out how this shark uses it’s tail to hunt, how its named after another clever and wiley animal and just how large they can grow. Spoiler; its big!!! If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase As promised here are the links to the Shark Trust website, scroll to the bottom of the thresher shark page to find the link to the activity pack - https://www.sharktrust.org/blog/creature-feature-thresher-sharks If you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Otter: fans of swimming, eating and lying on the couch | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:11:03 | |
In this episode we talk about something cute, furry and very important to our ecosystems - the otter. The eurasian otter to be precise. Find out how this amazing swimmer likes to hole up in a holt, why it is seen as a sign of a healthy waterway and how they use their poo to send messages to other otters. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Manatee: slow grazing sea cow of the waterways | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:10:30 | |
In this episode we talk about one of the slowest animals in the water - the manatee. Find out how this underwater mammal got its nickname of sea cow. How slow it swims and how much it eats. Spoiler alert, its a lot! They are very heavy animals. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Monarch butterfly: the migratory powerhouse of the insect world | 25 Mar 2026 | 00:10:37 | |
In this episode we talk about an insect that makes an epic migratory journey - the monarch butterfly. Find out how this particular regal butterfly makes such a long journey and why, what make’s it’s vision very special and how it got such a royal name. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Peregrine falcon: faster than a Ferrari and better looking. Nature’s perfect flying machine. | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:12:43 | |
In this episode we talk about the speediest fastest bird on earth, the peregrine falcon. Find out how this bird of prey hunts, what it likes to eat, how fast it can actually fly and how much bigger the female raptors are versus the males. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Elephant seal: big blubbery sea dweller who can sleep under water. | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:11:20 | |
In this episode we talk about a giant of the seas who borrows it name from a very large land mammal - the elephant seal. Find out how long they can hold their breath for, how they sleep under water and how much time they spend at sea versus hitting the beach. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Giant tortoise: ancient Galápagos hero who met Darwin and helped shape evolution | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:11:36 | |
In this episode we talk about a giant who’s been on earth for millions of years - the Galápagos giant tortoise. Find out how long they can go without a drink, how long they can live and just how slow they really walk. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Alligator: noisy, fast and toothy. The king of the reptiles? | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:10:38 | |
In this episode we talk about the world’s noisest reptile - the alligator. Find out how many teeth it grows over its lifetime, how fast it can actually run (spoiler, faster than you!) and what you call a big old group of gators in the wild. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Capybara: world’s biggest rodent who likes to swim but has a seriously gross diet! | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:09:10 | |
In this episode we talk about the world’s biggest rodent - the capybara. Find out how much it likes a dip, how social grooming sets up the group for success and an unusual addition to their diet. Spoiler alert it’s a bit 💩 If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Arctic fox: fluffy and white with clever central heating, also partial to a lemming or 20 | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:11:04 | |
In this episode we talk about a whiter than white arctic snow dweller - the arctic fox. Find out how it picks out lemmings in the snow, how it keeps its toes warm and how many layers of insulation it has in its coat. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Narwhal: the mystical, magical unicorn of the sea | 04 Feb 2026 | 00:09:53 | |
In this episode we talk about a magical sea creature - the narwhal. Find out who wears the tusks, how closely they’re related to belugas and why the elders are so important. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Quokka: the smiliest marsupial with a dark survival tactic | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:09:38 | |
In this episode we talk about a very cute and smiley looking marsupial - the quokka! Find out how happy kangaroo like animals climb, hop and burrow into spikes plants to survive. Oh and use their babies as collateral damage 😧 If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Tasmanian devil: stinky and elusive with a bite worse than any bark | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:09:57 | |
In this episode we talk about a scary sounding but actually very shy creature from the southern hemisphere - the Tasmanian devil. Find out how stinky these animals are (rival to the skunk!) how strong their bite is and just what they use that tail for. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Woodpecker: the excavator of the bird world who never gets a headache | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:10:08 | |
In this episode we talk about a bird that can actually be found around the world as well as being a staple of the english countryside - the woodpecker. Find out how they peck away without getting a headache, how long their tongue is, and why their tapping isn’t always about making holes. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Bison: the humpback of the prairies who will fight off a wolf | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:09:07 | |
In this episode we talk about a a big bovine beauty - the bison. Find out how massive these animals are, how surprisingly fast they can run and why they aren’t buffalo at all. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Jaguar: apex jungle predator who loves to go for a swim | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:10:11 | |
In this episode we talk about a beautiful but mysterious big cat, the jaguar. Find out how strong their jaws are, how they are great at climbing, running and swimming as well as why they are seen as a keystone species. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Giant Squid: monster of the deep that can fight off a some whale attack | 17 Dec 2025 | 00:09:45 | |
In this episode we talk about a legendary beast of the ocean - the giant squid Find out how big this giant is (its HUGE!) how it stays so elusive and how it can fight off predators as big as a whale. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Echidna: the spiny toothless mammal that lays eggs and never runs away | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:10:00 | |
In this episode we talk about an iconic australian spiky mammal - the echidna Find out that it actually lays eggs, its not very effective defence mechanism, that it isn’t related to the hedgehog despite what some might say AND that baby echidnas have the cutest name ever. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Snowy owl: built in snow boots that can stand sub zero temperatures like it’s at the beach | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:09:05 | |
In this episode we talk about an arctic dwelling bird of prey - the snowy owl. Find out how how it keeps it’s toes warm. how many lemmings it can pack away and why it’s nest isn’t really a nest at all. Shout out to the most famous snowy owl of all, Hedwig from Harry Potter of course! If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Frogfish: the ‘luring fish that walks instead of swimming | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:10:11 | |
In this episode we talk about a fish that cannot swim - a frogfish. Find out how it lures its prey, why its the fastest eater in the ocean and why they resemble a frog. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Gecko: the tail growing, wall climbing, eyeball licking little lizard | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:10:00 | |
In this episode we talk about a special little lizard of which there are many species - the gecko. Find out how they stick to walls, how they grow back new tails AND teeth and how they keep their eyeballs clean. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Giant Anteater: the jaguar fighting, terminate sniffing longest tongue in South America | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:08:00 | |
In this episode we talk about a giant of the Amazon rainforest - the giant anteater. Find out how many ants they can pack away, how long that tongue really is and how they can fight off jaguars and panthers. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Vampire bat: a blood sucking furry friend for Halloween | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:08:49 | |
In this spooky Halloween episode we talk about a very small but scary sounding mammal - the vampire bat. Find out what they actually eat, or should I say drink, how much they like to hang out with batty friends and how they have detectors in their nose that helps them If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Baboon: the nobbly bottomed monkey with a human touch | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:09:31 | |
In this episode we talk about a very large type of ground dwelling monkey - the baboon. Find out what’s up with its knobbly bottom, how big those canine teeth are and how chatty they are with over 30 vocalisations. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Walrus: blubbery giant of the arctic with a toothy grin | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:10:36 | |
In this episode we talk about a very large and unique looking animal who has a very famous song named after it - the walrus. Find out what it actually eats, how thick that skin is and all that blubber and how long those rather impressive tusks can grow. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Chameleon: the colour changing, eye ball rolling, tongue firing lizard! | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:11:09 | |
In this episode we talk about a very unique lizard - the chameleon. Find out what it actually uses it’s special colour changing powers for, how it does that and just how long it’s tongue is! If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Bald eagle: not actually bald with many surprising skills…like swimming for one! | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:10:16 | |
In this episode we talk about a very iconic bird, the bald eagle. Find out how it got its name (it’s not actually bald!), how big their wing span is and just how fast they can dive from great heights. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Quino checkerspot butterfly: endangered, tiny but very special | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:09:46 | |
In this episode we talk about a very unknown species of insect - the quino checkerspot butterfly. Find out how how it gets its name, the very small area it inhabits as well as the stages it goes through as a caterpillar. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Brown bear: grizzly predators or cuddly vegetarians…or maybe a bit of both! | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:12:07 | |
In this episode we talk about a very well known grizzly mammal - the brown bear. Find out how many continents they actually live on, what makes them such a grizzly and fearsome predator and how much body fat they lose during those long winter sleeps. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||
| Teddy’s Wild Top Ten | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:03:16 | |
A little bit different this week with my awesome son taking over the show whilst I nurse a very croaky voice and sore throat! He’s put together his very own top 10 animal facts to share with you. No book recommendations this week but don’t forget you can check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single other episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com Normal service will resume next week. Huge thanks to Teddy for his help this week, I think he aced it, how about you? | |||
| Hornbill: the colourful bird that looks exactly as its name suggests | 27 Aug 2025 | 00:11:05 | |
In this episode we talk about a very unique looking bird - the hornbill. Find out how they manage to lift up that heavy beak, why the female relies on the male to keep her alive for months on end, and why they are considered sacred by many of the cultures they live alongside. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com —- The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com | |||