Description
You have a lot to thank sheep for. Yes, sheep.
More than just wool and meat — sheep have played a part in the development of contraception and reproduction in humans.
It's not as dodgy as it sounds, but it is absolutely surprising. Listening to this show will have you thanking every sheep you see from here on out.
Featuring:
Tara Farms, YouTuber, and sheep farmer.
Sally Coulthard, historian, smallholder, and author of A Short History of the World according to Sheep.
Dr Charles Roselli, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland.
Professor Emeritus Gareth Evans, University of Sydney.
Dr Stephan Leu, The University of Adelaide.
Production:
Ann Jones, Presenter/Producer.
Petria Ladgrove, Producer.
Additional mastering: Nathan Turnbull.
This episode of What the Duck?! was produced on the land of the Wadawarrung and Kaurna people.
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Published 11/15/24
Did you know that pigeons make milk?
The pigeon gets a bad rap, but it is actually an incredible bird with a rich history.
It is related to the dodo and even played a role in the French Revolution!
Surely this bird deserves some recognition?
Featuring:
Rosemary Mosco, Science writer and...
Published 11/08/24