The Frog's Bollocks

James Stevens and Megan McCubbin

A funny nature podcast with Megan McCubbin and James Stevens. Join the couple as they talk about their lives and that of the animals we share our planet with. From wacky behaviours and unexpected encounters, to head-to-head challenges between the hosts. Who will bring the ultimate wild stories and facts to the table? You get to decide! It's #TheFrogsBollocks!

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Ep 10. Battle of the Rainforest

Ep 10. Battle of the Rainforest

It’s the final episode of Series 1! For this week, James and Megan delve into the science and folklore behind the northern lights which was seen all over the UK in the past week. Although on different sides of the country, they both had an amazing wildlife encounter whilst watching this beautiful phenomenon. ‘What The Fact?!’ this week centred around 'Rainforests'. Whoever wins this week’s competition will win the series as a whole… will it be the ‘Rhythm and Blues Lemurs’ or the ‘Electronica Eels’? We are also joined by the one and only Chris Packham who shares his story as well as a big call to action, asking listeners to join the Restore Nature Now march in London on June 22nd as he reminds us to ‘shout above the noise’ for wildlife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 10. Battle of the Rainforest

Ep 10. Battle of the Rainforest

It’s the final episode of Series 1! For this week, James and Megan delve into the science and folklore behind the northern lights which was seen all over the UK in the past week. Although on different sides of the country, they both had an amazing wildlife encounter whilst watching this beautiful phenomenon. ‘What The Fact?!’ this week centred around 'Rainforests'. Whoever wins this week’s competition will win the series as a whole… will it be the ‘Rhythm and Blues Lemurs’ or the ‘Electronica Eels’? We are also joined by the one and only Chris Packham who shares his story as well as a big call to action, asking listeners to join the Restore Nature Now march in London on June 22nd as he reminds us to ‘shout above the noise’ for wildlife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 9. Cheerleader Crabs and Spider Florists

Ep 9. Cheerleader Crabs and Spider Florists

James and Megan catch up after another busy week, one with seabirds on some beautiful Scottish islands, and the other back filming a wild upcoming series for BBC1! The pair go head to head with their best facts about prey animals! Who will win this week? Cheerleader crabs or spider florists? Also, joining as a special guest is wildlife filmmaker and penguin adore-er, Ruth Peacey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 8. Darts and Dance of Death

Ep 8. Darts and Dance of Death

In this latest episode James and Megan catch up with their wildlife highlights and go head-to-head armed with their best story about the world’s most impressive hunters. These are not your typical lions, tigers and bears but are perhaps unexpected predators that have amazing abilities to catch and eat their prey. Which will you vote for to win… the most efficient predator in the world or nature's most ferocious mustelid? Also, it has been Earth Day recently, but is it as beneficial as it seams? We are also joined by PhD student, Eva Stewart, from London’s Natural History Museum who studies the mysterious world of the deep sea! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 7. Anglerfish vs Dolphins

Ep 7. Anglerfish vs Dolphins

The tides have turned and Megan has stepped ahead in the 'What the Fact?!' poll. This week's theme is 'mating', can James' Anglerfish fusion top Megan's Dolphin genitalia? All of this and more! This week's special guest is polar expert Rod Downie who is the Interim Director of Science at WWF-UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 6. Sexy Leopard Slug

Ep 6. Sexy Leopard Slug

In this weeks episode, Megan and James delve into the theme 'offspring' for their head-to-head battle. The world is full of amazing parental relationships, like the devoted octopus and strawberry dart frogs with dote on their young tadpoles individually, even carrying them on their backs to special pools. But who will take the crown? Will it be the unlikely twist of events between a funky plant and a fungus gnat or the epic care female orcas give to their fully-grown sons?! Joining us all the way from South Africa is Dr William Fowlds, an exceptional wildlife veterinarian and conservationist with a passion for rhinos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 5. Hyena Anal Paste

Ep 5. Hyena Anal Paste

In the week when the BBC's new series Mammals with Sir David Attenborough hit our screens, James and Megan reflect on some of their close (very close) mammal interactions! Meg describes her time filming hyena anal paste and scanning a pregnant female in Namibia. But, who will win the epic 'What The Fact' this week?! Will it be hornet-buzzing bats or the devious blue butterfly caterpillars.. both are masters of mimicry but which will take the crown? They are also joined by special guest, PhD student Graihagh Guille, who spends her time studying the impacts of pesticides on freshwater species. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 4. Henry VIII of Ducks

Ep 4. Henry VIII of Ducks

With an exciting garden revelation and an ultimate sky dancer encounter, Megan and James share their activities from the last week. In this episode they go head-to-head again, facing off with their best wildlife knowledge about hybrids. Who will win this week - extraordinarily randy ducks or unassuming (but sneaky) whiteflies? They are also joined by the wonderful Sam Bentley, who dedicates his time to promote positivity by highlighting good news stories about climate and biodiversity from around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 3. David vs Goliath

Ep 3. David vs Goliath

From exciting news at the Scottish Parliament, to a battle over which species is the ultimate survivalist, this episode features some jaw-dropping stories from our natural world. Megan and James go head-to-head again - this time with facts about the world's slowest mammal and a microscopic 'tank'. Who will crack under the pressure and face this weeks forfeit? We are also joined by botanist, author and science communicator Leif Bersweden as he inspires us to look at plants in a new light! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 2. Gasteruption jaculator

Ep 2. Gasteruption jaculator

Spring has begun in the Highlands of Scotland as Megan and James discuss their wildlife highlights. The competition heats up as they go head-to-head in the latest instalment of What the Fact?!.. Does James' parasitic wood wasp take the win, or does Megan's life-lengthening tapeworm clinch 1st place? All of this plus special guest Ash Whiffin a science communicator and curator of insects at National Museums Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 1. Invisible Frogs and Venom

Ep 1. Invisible Frogs and Venom

After years of discussion Megan and James have finally launched their new podcast The Frog's Bollocks. Episode 1 sees the hosts battle it out for the best fact relating to the category 'Blood', who wins? You decide! Hear their stories as well answering some of the audiences questions. Plus special guest Hugh Warwick (aka Hedgehog Hugh) joins to talk about the nation's most loved mammal, the hedgehog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.