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Rick LeCouteur
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Understanding Climate Change: Every degree matters (#129)
Imagine a world where intense heatwaves are the norm, rising seas swallow coastlines, and food shortages affect millions. This isn't...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 8, 20243 min read
Endurance Unveiled: Exploring the legacy of Shackleton's lost ship (#128)
Imagine a ship lost beneath unforgiving Antarctic ice for over a century. A vessel whose very name, Endurance, echoes the extraordinary...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 7, 20243 min read
Under the Sydney Opera House: Debunking viral misinformation (#127)
Recently, a social media post has been making rounds, claiming to reveal secret underground floors beneath the iconic Sydney Opera House....
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 4, 20244 min read
Let Kids Be Kids: Picture books can address gender stereotypes (#126)
During a classroom discussion about toys, a five-year-old named Janine made a simple yet powerful observation: “There’s no such thing as...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 3, 20244 min read
Bangkok Wake-Up Call: 15 Minutes from disaster! (#125)
Imagine flying halfway around the world to deliver a state-of-the-art lecture at a global veterinary congress, only to be jolted awake by...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 2, 20243 min read
Wildlife in the City: Red-tailed hawks and urban wildlife adaptation (#124)
What does it take for a wild hunter to survive in our urban jungle, and what can we do to help it thrive? This morning, glancing above...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 1, 20243 min read
Murmurations: Nature's masterclass in teamwork and trust (#123)
Today, I watched a murmuration of starlings. It started me thinking. The mesmerizing dance of a murmuration - a vast flock of...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 30, 20243 min read
What's in a Name? Debunking common political mislabels (#122)
Ever find yourself scrolling through social media, only to see words like fascism, Marxism, and socialism thrown around as though they’re...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 29, 20244 min read
More Than Pets: The profound role of animals in kids' lives (#121)
From furry friends to feathered teachers, animals are more than just companions for children - they’re lifelong allies in building...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 29, 20243 min read
Echoes of Extinction: The urgent call to heal our planet (#120)
As we peer out over an ever-evolving landscape of environmental crises it becomes clear that the damage to our planet is no longer a...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 28, 20244 min read
Australia’s Unlikely Hero: How the white ibis tackles toxic toads (#119)
In Australia, few creatures are as notorious as the white ibis, or, as locals dub them, the "bin chicken." Known for its scavenging...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 28, 20243 min read
A Golden Milestone: Celebrating 50 Years with the Class of 1975 (#118)
As the dust settled on the rural roads of Wagga Wagga, a group of veterinarians gathered - not just to reminisce about the past, but to...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 23, 20243 min read
The Faded Grin: Revisiting the Bar-B-Grog T-Shirt (#117)
In 1974, a simple t-shirt became an unforgettable symbol of camaraderie, celebration, and a little bit of veterinary school mischief....
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 23, 20242 min read
Scaling Sydney: The heights of the Harbour Bridge (#116)
Imagine standing 440 feet (134 meters) above sea level, with the wind in your hair and the entire city of Sydney spread out beneath you -...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 15, 20243 min read
Tall Poppy Syndrome: The challenge of standing out in Australia (#115)
Imagine a world in which reaching for the stars isn't celebrated but criticized, where standing out from the crowd makes you a target...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 15, 20244 min read
Probing the Depths: The Ibis and its tactile super sense (#114)
Ever wondered how ibises manage to find food hidden deep in murky waters or buried beneath layers of mud? With their long, curved...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 15, 20243 min read
The Art of Rolling Jeans: Find your perfect style (#113)
If you've been walking around the streets of Sydney lately, you may have noticed the wide variety of ways men are "rolling their jeans."...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 14, 20243 min read
From Tasmania with Love: Cadbury’s legacy Down Under (#112)
When it comes to chocolate in Australia, few brands evoke a sense of nostalgia and joy quite like Cadbury. Whether it’s unwrapping a...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 14, 20243 min read
Feral Cats Down Under: The Feral Cat Invasion (#111)
In the vast and rugged landscapes of Australia, a silent predator roams undetected. Its presence is barely noticed, yet its impact is...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 13, 20244 min read
Living Longer, Living Better: Lessons from Blue Zones (#110)
Discover the simple, life-changing secrets of the world's longest-living communities. In recent years, the concept of Blue Zones has...
Rick LeCouteur
Oct 12, 20243 min read
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