How the Goonch Stole Christmas

How the Goonch Stole Christmas

Author: Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media December 1, 2025 Duration: 54:12
This episode was previously exclusive to our subscriber channels, so if you feel like you've heard it before, you might just have! If you like it, consider subscribing either to our Patreon or the Apple Grizclub using the links below and getting much, much more. On this episode, Wes introduces us all to the goonch, which turns out to be a real animal. He covers a couple of horrifying accounts of attacks by what is essentially a monster catfish, and we all learn something new and terrifying about the world. Meanwhile, Jeff gives out his lowest overall animal ranking ever, and Mike has a bit of a mental breakdown hearing about Wes's old eating habits. ~~ 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

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.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Podcast Episodes
Who is the Real King of the Jungle? - Lions vs. Tigers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:52
A recent argument between Jeff and Wes now manifests itself in the form of an episode, wherein they present their case before the honorable(?) judge Mike as to which big cat truly reigns as the king. Sorry for any audio…
Guess the Predator - The Deaths of Noah and Connor Barthe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:54
Wes concocts a little whodunit for this episode wherein he challenges us all to guess what got into the room where two young brothers lie sleeping. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to y…
Brown Bear Attack - Death and the Guilt of the One Left Behind [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:32
Wes shares the horrifying story of Katie Evans' violent encounter with a brown bear in the Carpathian Mountains and just how heavy the guilt can be for those who live on. For more information on the attack, read Young Wi…
Jack and the Killer Jellyfish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:30:22
In 1961, toxinologist Jack Barnes thought up a novel way to test just how bad the sting of the Irukandji jellyfish is. And the award for worst father goes to.... Watch here: https://youtu.be/hSHvlJ0jjGs ~~ To advertise o…
Avian Air Force: Pigeons at War [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:45
Here's another previously exclusive subscriber episode we're releasing to the public! Not because of its high quality, but Mike needed to feel included again. Speaking of Mike, in this episode he is here to talk about pi…
Mountain Lion Attack - The California Cougar Kidnapper [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:48
Two incredibly unlikely encounters with a mountain lion in California cause a major legal battle, heartbreaking injury, and a crisis of faith. https://fishingclash.link/Tooth&Claw ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us!…
Juliane of the Jungle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:39
in 1971, 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke was sucked out of an airplane after it was struck by lightning. Wes tells the story of what the next 10 days trudging her way through the Amazon looked like after miraculously survivi…
Leopard Seal Attack - Sharp Teeth Down South [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:52
It turns out that it's not just the cold that can be deadly down in the south pole. Wes shares a couple of stories to prove it, and then introduces an instant new favorite category called Seal of Approval. Watch here: ht…
The Revenant: A T&C Movie Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:33
Wes had some thoughts about the bear attack featured in the 2015 movie The Revenant, so we thought it would be a fun idea to discuss what the movie got right and what it got wrong about how that scenario would actually p…