The Fur Real Podcast with Mark A Kyle

Unleash your curiosity with The Fur Real Podcast —where heartwarming animal stories meet cutting-edge pet technology. Hosted by Mark A Kyle, Fur Real dives into the fascinating world of animals through inspiring conversations with top veterinarians, animal experts, rescue organizations, and everyday pet lovers. From heroic rescue missions to groundbreaking veterinary innovations, each episode brings you closer to the incredible bond we share with our furry (and sometimes not-so-furry) friends. Whether it's the latest in pet tech or jaw-dropping stories of animal courage, Fur Real delivers laughter, insight, and inspiration—one remarkable tale at a time. Subscribe now and join us on an unforgettable journey into the lives of animals that touch our hearts and change the world.

The Fur Real Podcast with Mark A Kyle is a kids podcast hosted by Mark A Kyle, with 157 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Mark A Kyle hosts The Fur Real Podcast with Mark A Kyle, a kids show with 157 episodes published.

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  Episode #157

  "MARMOSETS...THEY'RE CUTE, CHATTY & CLEVER!" with Dr. Cory Miller

  Sep 22, 20261h 18m

  They’re tiny, ridiculously cute, incredibly social—and they have a lot to say. Marmosets may be some of the smallest monkeys around, but behind those expressive faces is a surprisingly complex world of communication, family life, cooperation and intelligence. This week, Mark talks with Dr. Cory Miller, a professor and researcher at the University of California, San Diego, whose work explores how marmosets communicate and interact with one another. Cory and his team are studying their vocal behavior and the brain systems behind it, using these highly social little primates to better understand how communication works—and what it can tell us about our own brains and behavior. From their constant chatter and family dynamics to the remarkable ways they listen, respond and learn from one another, marmosets prove there’s a whole lot going on inside those very cute little heads. Cute? Absolutely. Chatty? Definitely. Clever? You bet. www.furrealpodcast.com ig@thefurrealpodcast ig@markakyle fb@Mark A Kyle tiktok@thefurrealpodcast https://millerlab.ucsd.edu/ www.https://mcc.ohsu.edu/ https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.wsj.com/opinion/the-future-of-ai-lies-in-monkeys-not-microchips-c855aad6?st=Rvkig8&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink__;!!Mih3wA!EMfVKy5TJ-aQJl-EtiQObPSKXpvlVC4EhoEtUkDb7IkVhwDDKTJuekLjVKdKH93LBZUpuUUOq9N1K2NK9Lg$ https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/12/americas-risky-retreat-in-biomedical-leadership/__;!!Mih3wA!EMfVKy5TJ-aQJl-EtiQObPSKXpvlVC4EhoEtUkDb7IkVhwDDKTJuekLjVKdKH93LBZUpuUUOq9N1RuCxQT4$ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #156

  "EVERY ANIMAL IS A CHARACTER" with author Michelle Lerner

  Sep 15, 20261h 17m

  Every animal has a personality—and Michelle Lerner has known some unforgettable ones. This week, Mark talks with author and animal law expert Michelle Lerner about her new book, A Series of Opinionated Animals , and the quirky, funny, fiercely individual animals she has shared her life with along the way. Each one left its mark, helping shape not only Michelle’s life, but the way she came to think about animals and ultimately advocate for their legal rights. From laugh-out-loud stories that will feel instantly familiar to anyone who has ever loved an animal, to the fascinating questions surrounding non-human personhood and animal rights, Michelle’s journey makes you look at the animals in our lives a little differently. Because they’re not just pets. They’re individuals—with personalities, opinions, and a way of changing us. Every animal really is a character. www.michellelerner.net www.furrealpodcast.com ig@thefurrealpodcast ig@markakyle fb@Mark A Kyle tik tok@thefurrealpodcast The Lofty Pigeon (hardcover) (: https://shop.loftypigeonbooks.com/item/XpwwXuCxn2eR2i2mqqH27w Porter Square Books (hardcover): https://portersquarebooks.com/book/9781610887069 Barnes and Noble (hardcover and ebook): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-series-of-opinionated-animals-michelle-lerner/1148790979?ean=9781610887069 Amazon (hardcover and Kindle): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1610887069 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #155

  "CAMP CLINICS: SEEING BOTH ENDS OF THE LEASH" with Johannah Johnson

  Sep 8, 20261h 8m

  This week, Johanna Johnson from CAMP Clinics joins us to talk about the incredible bond between people experiencing homelessness and their pets—and why there is often much more to that relationship than we realize. CAMP Clinics provides veterinary care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness, helping with vaccinations, preventative care, and other medical needs. And that care can have an impact far beyond the animal. By making sure pets are vaccinated and have the necessary records, CAMP Clinics can help remove one of the barriers that may prevent someone from moving into housing with their pet. Johanna gives us a different perspective on what it means when we see someone experiencing homelessness with an animal by their side. That pet may be family, companionship, protection, and sometimes the one constant they have in their life. It’s a great conversation about pets, people, homelessness, and awareness—and why sometimes we need to see both ends of the leash. www.campclinics.org www.furrealpodcast.com ig@campclinics_ ig@thefurrealpodcast ig@markakyle fb@ Companion Animal Medical Project-Camp fb@Mark A Kyle tik tok@thefurrealpodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #154

  "MANTA RAYS: Huge Wings, Bigger Brains!" with Dr. Guy Stevens

  Sep 1, 20261h 21m

  Manta rays are enormous, graceful, and unlike just about anything else in the ocean. But behind those huge wings is something even more surprising—a remarkably big brain. This week, Mark is joined by Dr. Guy Stevens, one of the world’s leading manta ray experts and co-founder of the Manta Trust, to explore what makes these ocean giants so extraordinary. From their intelligence and complex social lives to their incredible migrations and curious encounters with humans, manta rays are proving there’s a lot more going on beneath those wings than we ever imagined. Guy takes us into the world of mantas—how researchers identify individual rays, what we’re learning about the way they think and interact, why they gather at cleaning stations, and what it’s actually like to be in the water alongside one of these massive animals. We’ll also look at the threats manta rays face around the world and the work being done to understand and protect them. Huge wings. Bigger brains. And one seriously fascinating fish. www.mantatrust.org www.furrealpodcast.com ig@mantatrust ig@thefurrealpodcast ig@markakyle fb@ Manra Trust fb@ Mark A Kyle tik tok@mantatrust tik tok@thefurrealpodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #153

  "TARANTULAS! Big, Hairly and...Surprisingly Nice!" with Dr. Chris Hamilton

  Aug 25, 20261h 20m

  Tarantulas have a reputation for being big, hairy, and downright terrifying—but how much of what we think we know about them is actually true? This week, Mark is joined by Dr. Chris Hamilton , tarantula researcher and evolutionary biologist, to get beyond the fangs and the fear and discover what makes these incredible spiders so fascinating. Chris takes us inside the world of tarantulas—from how they hunt and defend themselves to their surprising behaviors, incredible diversity, and why these giant spiders may be far less dangerous than their reputation suggests. We’ll also find out what it’s like to search for tarantulas in the wild, why scientists are still discovering new species, and why Chris believes these misunderstood animals deserve a little more appreciation—and a lot less fear. And we’ve got a special guest before we go! Chris’s son Coy joins us at the end of the episode—and delivers what just might be one of the best jokes we’ve had on the show yet. You’ll definitely want to stick around for this one! “TARANTULAS! Big, Hairy and Surprisingly Nice!” takes a closer look at one of the animal kingdom’s most feared creatures—and might just have you seeing tarantulas very differently. www.thehamiltonlab.gitub.io/hamilton-lab www.furrealpodcast.com ig@8legs2fangs ig@thefurrealpodcast ig@markakyle fb@markakyle tik tok@thefurrealpodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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