Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
by Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media
Last updated Oct 26, 2026Is this your podcast?True stories of the most extreme wild animal attacks ever documented, told and explained by Wes Larson, a wildlife biologist and animal behavior expert. Wes is joined by his brother Jeff and their mutual friend Mike, and...
AI overview.Wes Larson is a wildlife biologist and animal behavior expert, while Jeff Larson and Mike Smith are co-hosts from Daylight Media, known for their engaging story…
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On the show
- Heather Boswell1 ep
- Colin Dowler1 ep
- Imogene Cancellare1 ep
Also: Chuck, Bram Schaffer, David Dastmalchian, Eric Goode, Jeremy McBride, Kenny Doudt, Glenn Bohn
Audience Interest
- animal behavior and biology
- wildlife safety tips
Podcast Focus
- true stories of animal attacks
- expert explanations of encounters
Publishing Consistency
- 197 episodes produced
- active for 5 years
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- 🇺🇸United States · NatureHOME#11.3M to 6.7M
- 🇨🇦Canada · Nature#157K to 304K
- 🇦🇺Australia · Nature#415K to 81K
- 🇰🇷South Korea · Nature#48.8K to 46K
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom · Nature#166.1K to 32K
- Per-Episode Audience
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1.4M to 7.4M🎙 ~2x weekly·212 episodes·Last published 3d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
2.8M to 15M🇺🇸91%🇨🇦4%🇦🇺1%+1 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
1.5M to 8.2M10K real followers tracked across platforms
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| 10/26/26 | Deathstalker Scorpion Attack - Gimme Shelter | Wes gives the boys a rundown on what may very well be the deadliest scorpion in the world, and how their search for a space place to hide from the rain led to hundreds of bites. Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/43b25otqx4U ~ Hims - Ready to build a better sex life? Visit https://hims.com/tooth for a personalized plan—for sex, hair, weight loss and more. AquaOmega - AquaOmega: One of the highest-dose omega-3 supplements per serving, no fish burps, and for every bottle sold, removes 1 lb. of plastic and debris from the ocean and coastlines. Use code TOOTHANDCLAW for 20% off at https://myaquaomega.com/TOOTHANDCLAW. onX Backcountry - Click here https://www.onxmaps.com/purchase/backcountry/membership?promo=tooth&utm_source=tooth_and_claw&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=bc_comm_nosoc_%5Btooth_and_claw%5D and use promo code TOOTH to get 30% off a premium or Elite membership to onX Backcountry LMNT - Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/tooth. Nutrafol - Get $15 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code TOOTH. Remi - Treat, don’t trick, your teeth this month and go to shopremi.com/TOOTH and use code TOOTH at checkout for 50% off with Remi Club. ~ To advertise on the show, contact us! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/toothandclawpodcast ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast Twitter: @ToothandClawPod Wes: @GrizKid Jeff: @jefe_larson Mike: @mikey3ds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 16m 43s | ||||||
| 10/19/26 | The Tragic History of Witches and Their Furry Friends | Witchy women (and women in general) have historically had a tough go of it. Wes delves into just how unfair things got for those accused of hitching their wagon to Satan, no matter how tenuous the claims turned out to be, even if they weren't human at all. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1S71nXsTBjY ~ Dose - Ready to give your liver the support it deserves? Head to https://dosedaily.co/TOOTH Rocket Money - Let Rocket Money help you find and cancel unwanted subscriptions, monitor your spending, and lower your bills—join at https://RocketMoney.com/CLAW Smalls - For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to https://Smalls.com/TOOTH. Mint Mobile - Cut your wireless bill to $15 a month with Mint Mobile at https://mintmobile.com/tooth Miracle Brand - Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/tooth and use code TOOTH to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and save over 40% off. Brodo - Head to https://brodo.com/TOOTH for 20% off your first subscription order and use code TOOTH for an additional $10 off. ~ To advertise on the show, contact us! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/toothandclawpodcast ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast Twitter: @ToothandClawPod Wes: @GrizKid Jeff: @jefe_larson Mike: @mikey3ds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 24m 25s | ||||||
| 10/12/26 | Wolf Attack - The Worst Way to Wake Up | To kick off the spookiest of seasons, Wes tells Jeff and Mike about one family's outdoor adventure that ended in violence, and their struggle to make it out alive. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o_XZtVd0inM ~ LMNT - Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/tooth. Hims - Ready to build a better sex life? Visit https://hims.com/tooth for a personalized plan—for sex, hair, weight loss and more. Quince - https://quince.com/tooth Ethos - Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/tooth. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Trustpilot rating as of 8/1/2026. Ollie Pet Food - Ollie. Feed the Obsession. Go to https://ollie.com/tooth and use code TOOTH to get 70% off your first box! Boxiecat - For a limited time, save up to 40% off your order when you head to https://Boxiecat.com/TOOTH. ~ To advertise on the show, contact us! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/toothandclawpodcast ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast Twitter: @ToothandClawPod Wes: @GrizKid Jeff: @jefe_larson Mike: @mikey3ds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 17m 27s | ||||||
| 9/28/26 | The Beast in the Clouds - A Book Report with Jeff | In a bid to make a name for themselves and make a contribution to the world of science, two of Teddy Roosevelt's sons set out to China to find the mythical giant panda. Jeff gives a wonderful little book report about their experiences! He read and references heavily Nathalia Holt's book "The Beast in the Clouds: The Roosevelt Brothers' Deadly Quest to Find the Mythical Giant Panda" for this episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8-PPZA78eew ~ LMNT - Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/tooth Nutrafol - Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code TOOTH Rocket Money - Let Rocket Money help you find and cancel unwanted subscriptions, monitor your spending, and lower your bills—join at https://rocketmoney.com/CLAW. Remi - Prioritize your teeth this month and go to shopremi.com/TOOTH and use code TOOTH at checkout for 50% off with Remi Club. onX Backcountry - Click here (use hyperlink https://www.onxmaps.com/purchase/backcountry/membership?promo=tooth&utm_source=tooth_and_claw&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=bc_comm_nosoc_%5Btooth_and_claw%5D) and use promo code TOOTH to get 30% off a premium or Elite membership to onX Backcountry Fi - Get up to 30% off and free shipping on Fi smart GPS and health trackers for dogs and cats at https://fitracking.com with promo code TOOTH. ~ To advertise on the show, contact us! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/toothandclawpodcast ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast Twitter: @ToothandClawPod Wes: @GrizKid Jeff: @jefe_larson Mike: @mikey3ds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 48m 34s | ||||||
| 9/21/26 | Summer of the Bear and More Recent Animal News Stories, Plus a Conversation with Gianmarco Soresi | The guys begin by sharing some of the most head-turning, eyebrow-raising, and jaw-slackening animal news stories to hit the news over the past 6 or so weeks. They are then joined by comedian and all-around animal enjoyer Gianmarco Soresi to talk about... a little bit of everything is how we'll say it. Watch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYn4wBdQG7g&t=3743s ~ Dose: Ready to give your liver the support it deserves? Head to https://dosedaily.co/TOOTH or enter TOOTH to get 35% off your first subscription. Smalls: For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to https://Smalls.com/TOOTH. Mint Mobil: Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month at https://mintmobile.com/tooth. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/tooth Miracle Brand: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/TOOTH and use code TOOTH to claim your free 3 piece towel set and save over 40% off. ~ To advertise on the show, contact us! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/toothandclawpodcast ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast Twitter: @ToothandClawPod Wes: @GrizKid Jeff: @jefe_larson Mike: @mikey3ds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 48m 12s | ||||||
| 9/14/26 |  The Champawat Tiger Part 2 - The Death of One Legend and the Birth of Another | As the tiger continues its reign of terror over the village of Champawat, a young hunter hears tell of its carnage and figures maybe he can lend the people and the country he loves a hand. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/HEv2jYF6DOM ~ Forkful - Head to https://forkfulmeals.com/tooth for 50% off your first order today! https://quince.com/tooth Hims - To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, and more, visit https://hims.com/toothOllie - Ollie. Feed the Obsession. Go to https://ollie.com/tooth and use code tooth to get 70% off your first box! ~ To advertise on the show, contact us! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/toothandclawpodcast ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support the show and get access to an extensive library of exclusive episodes like this by supporting the show on Patreon or joining the Grizzly Club on Apple Podcasts. For the latest updates on the show and all things wildlife, follow us at toothandclawpod.com and social: Instagram: @ToothandClawPodcast Twitter: @ToothandClawPod Wes: @GrizKid Jeff: @jefe_larson Mike: @mikey3ds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 46m 23s | ||||||
| 8/31/26 | Indiaanimal attacks+4 | — | The Champawat Tiger | NepalIndia | Champawat TigerBengal tiger+5 | Rocket Money | 1h 25m 26s | ||
| 8/24/26 | reptile smugglingillegal wildlife trade+3 | Eric GoodeJeremy McBride | HBOTurtle Conservancy+3 | — | reptile tradeanimal attacks+3 | SmallsTOOTH | 1h 22m 45s | ||
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| 8/3/26 | shark attacksurfing+3 | Kenny Doudt | QCODEPatreon | Cannon Beach, Oregon | great white sharksurfing+3 | Quincetooth | 1h 33m 08s | ||
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| 2/16/26 | grizzly bear attacksurvival story+3 | Colin Dowler | QCODE | Mt. Doogie Dowler | grizzly bearsurvival+5 | Rocket Money | 1h 39m 58s | ||
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Wes Larson is a wildlife biologist and animal behavior expert, while Jeff Larson and Mike Smith are co-hosts from Daylight Media, known for their engaging storytelling in the realm of science and nature. Together, they bring a mix of expertise and humor to their podcast, "Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks," which delves into extreme animal encounters. The podcast is unique for its blend of true crime narrative with educational insights about wildlife behavior. Each episode examines documented animal attacks, providing listeners with not only thrilling stories but also practical advice on how to safely navigate the wild. The comedic undertones make the serious subject matter more accessible and entertaining. Listeners are drawn to "Tooth & Claw" for its captivating storytelling and the valuable lessons it offers about respecting nature. With an estimated audience ranging from 4.9M to 15M, the show appeals to those interested in science, nature, and true crime, fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife while keeping the content engaging and informative.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 24K
- Total plays: 1.5M
- Total reviews: 5.8K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 85
Castbox
- Followers: 3.7K
- Plays: 235K
- Reviews: 29
YouTube
- Subscribers: 14K
- Views: 1.3M
- Videos: 89
Podcast App
- Followers: 5.9K
- Reviews: 5.7K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 774
- Reviews: 20
Audience
teens, professionals
Key insights
What the show covers
- true stories of animal attacks
- expert explanations of encounters
- wildlife appreciation
- educational insights on nature
Audience interests
- animal behavior and biology
- wildlife safety tips
- true crime stories
- humorous storytelling
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- potential for broad audience
- no specific platforms detected
- growing listener base expected
Publishing consistency
- 197 episodes produced
- active for 5 years
- weekly or more episodes
- consistent content delivery
Chart history for Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Peaked at #1 in United States, top 10 in 12 of 50 tracked markets, currently #1 in United States.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| Canada | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| MY | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| HU | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| CL | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| Australia | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| PT | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| South Korea | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| VN | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Sweden | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| IL | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| Denmark | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| South Africa | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| AE | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| Finland | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #14 | #14 | — |
| TH | — | #14 | #14 | — |
| Ireland | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| PH | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| Mexico | — | #15 | #15 | — |
Chart Positions
50 placements across 40 markets.
Chart Positions
50 placements across 40 markets.