Kay, the Bear Lady: North Carolina's Answer to Timothy Treadwell

Kay, the Bear Lady: North Carolina's Answer to Timothy Treadwell

Author: Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media April 6, 2026 Duration: 1:31:16
Now there are two of them (this is a reference to a Star Wars meme, which I am using to communicate the idea that Wes introduces us to a woman whom he likens to Timothy Treadwell, in that she grew a little too comfortable around bears for her own good)!? Watch here: https://youtu.be/3pNrnEvgbMo ~~ Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince at https://quince.com/tooth for free shipping and 365-day returns, now available in Canada. 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. LMNT: Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order when you go to https://drinklmnt.com/tooth Ollie Pet Food: Go to https://ollie.com/tooth and use code TOOTH to get 60% 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

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
The Man-Eating Leopard of Rudraprayag: Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:48:44
Wes finishes telling the story of the leopard of Rudraprayag, and Jeff gives a small sample of this years Animal March Madness bracket. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/47YKr1svj-s ~~ To advertise on the show, c…
The Man-Eating Leopard of Rudraprayag: Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:46:26
In the early 1900s, one leopard was responsible for the deaths of over 100 people in Rudraprayag, India. Wes covers several of the more notable stories of its reign of terror, and explains why leopards can become uniquel…
Polar Bear Attack - Matt Dyer and the Weaponized Flare Gun [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:24
In 2013, Matt Dyer ventured out to northern Canada hoping to spot a polar bear. He ended up getting an up-close view of one, and it turned into a fight for his life. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Cl…
Tiger Shark Attack - The Shark Arm Murder Case [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:45
Wes covers the too-wild-to-be-made up case of one James "Jimmy" Smith, the man who found himself a little too deep in the organized crime scene of New South Wales, Australia, and at least a part of him a lot too deep in…
Wolverine Attack - Blood in the Snow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:13
Wes gives a rundown on an extremely rare encounter that one man claims to have had with a wolverine, and details why it may or may not have even happened at all. He then invents a new word for wolverine, and it goes over…
The Zanesville Massacre [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:49
Wes recounts the tragic events that took place on October 18, 2011 in Zanesville, Ohio wherein a troubled man with a rapidly expanding collection of exotic animals takes matters into his own hands in a moment of desperat…

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