About this episode
Today's guest is Dr. Robert W. Shumaker, the President and CEO of the Indianapolis Zoo. Dr. Shumaker, a renowned evolutionary biologist, discusses the zoo's incredible growth, the prestigious Indianapolis Prize, and upcoming projects at the zoo. You are going to learn about: -How the Business of Zoos Operates -The Evolution of the Indianapolis Zoo's Reputation -Why Conservation Efforts are Important Check Out These Great Clips from the Episode: 00:28 Meet Dr. Robert W. Shumaker 01:23 Comparing Cities: From Washington D.C. to Des Moines to Indianapolis 04:59 The Growth of the Indianapolis Zoo 06:46 The Impact of the Orangutan Exhibit 10:46 Balancing Attraction and Conservation 12:37 Funding and Philanthropy at the Zoo 25:59 Chimpanzee Acquisition and Care 37:32 The Evolution of CGI in Movies 38:06 Mother's Day Gift Ideas 38:51 The Role of Zoos in Wildlife Conservation 41:08 The Prestigious Indianapolis Prize 49:49 Upcoming Events at the Zoo 52:56 Chimpanzees Using Computers 56:46 Lightning Round and Final Thoughts Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater . Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up .