Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks

Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks

Author: Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media Language: English Episodes: 196
Ever wondered what really goes through the mind of a grizzly during a confrontation, or how a seemingly docile animal can turn in an instant? Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks digs into the gripping, and often terrifying, reality of human-wildlife conflict. Hosted by wildlife biologist Wes Larson, who brings a deep understanding of animal behavior to each story, the podcast feels like a detailed debrief with friends. He’s regularly joined by his brother Jeff and their friend Mike, creating a dynamic where intense true stories are balanced with relatable conversation and unexpected moments of humor. Together, they meticulously dissect documented attacks, from mountain lion ambushes to unexpected oceanic encounters, explaining the science behind the animal’s actions without sensationalism. Tuning in, you’ll find yourself gaining a profound respect for the power and instincts of wildlife, alongside practical knowledge that could one day prove critical. It’s a unique blend of true crime suspense, natural science, and candid commentary that transforms each episode into a compelling lesson about our place in the natural world. This isn't just about the shock of the attack; it's about understanding the why, and learning how to navigate a world we share with tooth and claw.
Episodes
Brown Bear Attack - Olga, Igor, and the Kamchatka Brown Bear [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:21
Olga and her step-father Igor were out in the Kamchatkan wilderness when they inadvertently committed the cardinal sin of recreating safely in bear country. The ensuing tragedy was captured through what might just be the…
Manatees & Mermaids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:58
Mike explores just how manatees ended up in Florida and then tells the strange tale of P. T. Barnum's Feejee Mermaid. Watch here: https://youtu.be/rtBKJoU9FZU Download the Rocket Money app and enter our shows name Tooth…
Scorpion Attack - A Paralyzing Sting in the Grand Canyon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:11
Abigail Barronian assumed her life probably wasn't in any danger when she was stung by a scorpion while on a rafting trip down the Grand Canyon. But then she lost her ability to see and speak, and a very long and painful…
Grizzly Bear Attack - The Bear vs. the BFFs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:26:47
Ann Quarterman and Christine Bialkowski were hiking in Glacier National Park when they experienced an unusual but still violent encounter with a momma bear and her two cubs. Wes talks about what we can learn from their e…
History's Deadliest Sloth Bear: The Sloth Bear of Mysore [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:30
Wes tells the story of how in 1957, an unusually aggressive sloth bear is thought to have caused the death of at least 12 people and the mauling of several others. Jeff wonders about how often sloth bears bonk their head…
Amazing Mothers of the Animal Kingdom - Mother's Day Special 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:08
T&C is joined by Cindy, the Larson family matriarch, to once again impart all of the wisdom the guys would allow her to as Wes covers some of the more dedicated animal moms out there in the wild. Thanks for listening, es…