EEARSS by Alligator Robb Podcast – Season 4, Episode 27 – Dr. Rachel Turner

Howdy y’all and welcome to Season 4, Episode 27 of the EEARSS by Alligator Robb Podcast, produced by Terrier TV at Titusville High School! This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Rachel Turner, staff veterinarian at Brevard Zoo.

Dr. Turner brings a wealth of experience in exotic and zoological medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from North Carolina State University, followed by a veterinary degree from the same institution. Her postgraduate training includes a small animal rotating internship at the University of Pennsylvania, an exotics specialty internship at Tufts University, and a residency in Zoological Medicine at the University of Florida. Prior to joining Brevard Zoo, she served as Associate Veterinarian at the Birmingham Zoo in Alabama.

At Brevard Zoo, Dr. Turner plays a pivotal role in the care of a diverse range of species, from sea turtles and Florida grasshopper sparrows to Perdido Key beach mice. She is particularly passionate about the zoo’s animal training and wellbeing programs, emphasizing voluntary medical care through positive reinforcement.

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Howdy y’all and welcome to Season 4, Episode 26 of the EEARSS by Alligator Robb Podcast, produced by Terrier TV at Titusville High School! This week’s guest is the incredibly insightful Dr. Norman Beatty.

Did you know Florida leads the country in leprosy cases—and that the majority of those are coming from Merritt Island? Ever heard of Chagas disease? Curious about the real dangers and science behind snakebite?

Dr. Beatty joins us to explore all of this and more. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine and works through the Emerging Pathogens Institute. His research focuses on neglected tropical diseases, including Chagas disease, leprosy, and snakebite.

Dr. Beatty grew up right here in Florida and had a firsthand experience with the dangers of snakebite when his brother was bitten by a pygmy rattlesnake—an encounter that nearly led to the amputation of his thumb without quick antivenom intervention. Trained at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Dr. Beatty worked alongside experts in toxicology and envenomation before bringing his expertise back home. At UF, he’s now leading the charge in educating people about venomous snakes, their vital role in Florida’s ecosystems, and how we should medically manage a bite when it happens.

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EEARSS by Alligator Robb Podcast Season 4, Episode 25 Bill Kurtis

Howdy y’all and welcome to the EEARSS by Alligator Robb Podcast, produced by Terrier TV at Titusville High School. On this episode, Bill, Cindy, and Frank are joined by a special guest host, Dr. Rachel Turner. Together, they interview and discuss the life and journey of a legend in broadcast journalism and narration, Bill Kurtis.

Bill Kurtis is a renowned American journalist, producer, and narrator whose voice has become synonymous with justice and storytelling. He began his career in radio before transitioning to television, where he worked for CBS, WGN, and many other major news outlets. Early in his career, he also worked as a weather anchor. He eventually became known nationwide for his work as a reporter, anchor, and later, as the voice of investigative programs such as Cold Case Files, American Justice, and Investigative Reports.

Bill also owns Kurtis Productions, his own production company, where he continues to create impactful media. His distinctive voice and commitment to truth-telling have made him a respected figure in American media. Bill also discussed his time in college as a law student and how those experiences shaped his life and journalism career. His legal studies and degree provided him with a unique perspective on justice and storytelling, both of which influenced his later work in investigative journalism and narrative-driven programming.

The conversation touches on Bill’s early days in broadcasting, the evolution of journalism, his experiences covering major stories, and the lasting impact of media in shaping public understanding. With warmth, humor, and insight, Bill shares stories and reflections from a legendary career.