About this episode

Alie Ward interviews Dr. Jerry Dragoo about various aspects of skunks in the first part of a two-part series.

It’s here. SKUNKS. My dream guest, Dr. Jerry Dragoo of the Institute for the Betterment of Skunks and Skunk Reputations is finally on Ologies, and I can barely contain myself. Come to Albuquerque to meet this Mephitological legend. In this very special and precious 2-part series, we’ll explore tiny baby skunks, spotted ones, cartoon skunks, skunk spray remedies, skunks and astronauts, how to get sprayed by a skunk, how *not* to get sprayed, what skunk spray tastes like, how much it costs to purchase, how their populations are doing, skunks vs. snakes, who eats skunks, island skunks, rehabbing skunks, pet skunks, actress skunks, mating trivia, and so much more. Also: the nipples you never want to meet.

People in this episode

Host: Alie Ward

Guest: Dr. Jerry Dragoo

Topics covered

• skunks
• animal behavior
• wildlife rehabilitation
• skunk spray
• pet care
• mating habits

Keywords

• skunks
• Mephitology
• skunk spray remedies
• rehabbing skunks
• pet skunks
• skunk populations
• mating trivia

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Institute for the Betterment of Skunks and Skunk Reputations

Places: Albuquerque

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