The Tiny Bite That Sometimes Kills

The Tiny Bite That Sometimes Kills

Author: Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media May 4, 2026 Duration: 1:40:56
Sometimes, even the smallest critters can cause major damage. Thankfully, the one featured in this episode is one that hardly ever does! See if you can guess what animal Wes is talking about before the reveal! Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdgFiUXBzGA ~ 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 Quince - Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use—head to https://quince.com/tooth  for free shipping and 365-day returns, now available in Canada. Rocket Money - Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/claw Ollie Pet Food - Go to https://ollie.com/tooth and use code TOOTH to get 70% off your first box! LMNT - Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order when you go to https://drinklmnt.com/tooth ~ 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
Grizzly Bear Attack - The Bear vs. the BFFs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:33:38
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: 1:35:18
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: 1:44:45
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…
Rattlesnake Bite - The Dangerous Games Cults Play [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:54
In 1977, attorney and journalist Paul Morantz investigated a drug rehabilitation institution and found himself on the receiving end of the wrath of a cult. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brou…
Great White Shark Attack - Andrew Carter and the Shark Who Bit Him [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:10
Wes takes the guys through a violent encounter that two surfers had with a great white shark. One got lucky, and one didn't. ~~ To advertise on the show, contact us! ~~ Tooth & Claw is brought to you by QCODE. Support th…
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…