The Art of Living With Lions | Lion Whisperer Kevin Richardson | Google Zeitgeist

Kevin Richardson has turned a childhood fascination with lions into a deep understanding of lion body language, allowing him to become a part of their pride. Through his work with lions, he has recognized the importance of fighting for their conservation and teaches us crucial steps to help save their species.
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[@businessjetguru1298]

The interviewer is an academic. Speaking as a physiologist, I'll correct myself: the interviewer is a psychologist. His questions are aimed at trying to understand Kevin's willingness to risk his life during thousands of encounters with an apex predator. Where his questions are ineffective is that human behavior is extremely complex. Risk taking is something we all do, every time we drive a car, or fly an aircraft. Kevin used an exceptional analogy: piloting. I share his interest in flying. My first instructor said to me, during my first flight, "a superior pilot is one who uses his superior judgment to stay out of situations that might require his superior skills". Kevin doesn't claim to be immune to risk. He's simply humble enough, and experienced enough to understand when he is taking foolish risks. The interviewer implied that Kevin is some kind of adrenaline junky. A complete mischaracterization. Kevin works in a gangrenous environment, but his eyes are wide open, and he understands the risks he takes. He is married, a Father, and he has a passion for Lions, Panthers and Hyenas. I watch all of Kevin's videos, and admire his mission. It's sad for anyone to reduce his life's work to a need for a rush...

[@eleazarcontreras1891]

Business Jet Guru thank you hey do you why that lion died he was a young male that had a brotheri forgot his name but i think it started with an m

[@princeashitaka3569]

Eleazar Contreras mafumu is viyetzi's brother. he was bitten by a snake the puffater.

[@eleazarcontreras1891]

Prince Ashitaka thankyou

[@snitox]

Did he eat his own face?

[@princeashitaka3569]

KNO no he didn't, his throat swelled up and he suffocated.

[@Nikita-jo4cl]

That he admits his ego as the start of his work is yet another thing to hold this man in high esteem

[@TO9729]

Kevin is an incredible individual, I absolutely love how humble he is

[@wanttosayadrem2551]

I've read his book about some aspects of his life, it's really worth reading. Regards

[@chrisbellmara4934]

I could listen to Kevin forever. His knowledge is so important. Smart, funny and he has a good heart. I know he can be nervous before talking in front of many people but he is still doing it for the lions. So my deepest respect.

[@Sheila612Miller]

Whisperer = most knowledgeable while being humble and still respecting and knowing every risk.

[@natedawg2235]

Major respect to Kevin, it takes massive balls and passion to get to the level of understanding of predators that he has. The bucket mataphor is spot on, i like it.

[@hamiddar8826]

Kevin is humble,, brave ,, sensitive ,,emotional,,intellgent ,,,wisdom ,talented ,& a daring person

[@valerieobrien5521]

I noticed that, yes . he is definitely humble, and that's what earns the title of being a great man. , a great human being. Thanks to him, lion's have a much better chance of avoiding extinction. His help to these Big Cats, is unique, inasmuch as he is not keeping them as pets or for amusement , but has a serious attitude and sense of responsibility !

[@brandonlee3292]

I didn't like the interviewer but Kevin did a good job.

[@gangster3591]

I'd rate Kevin Richardson roughly 1000x more interesting than the psychologist, even with chairs reversed

[@Cwgrlup]

The psychologist is annoying.

[@axel575]

"Go in and 'assess the probability' "?? Uh, no. Exactly, Kevin hit it spot on: he goes with the flow. Too much intellectualism from the interviewer there. He clearly doesn't get it. It's about gut instinct as Kevin says, which most people could benefit from sharpening! Not to mention trust, which Kevin has immense amounts of from his lions. These things take time to hone and develop. He does amazing work and is truly admirable.

[@Dachdogoriginal]

If you listen to Kevin speak about what would happen if he let other people into the enclosures with him he makes it clesr, this isn't safe. If he thought he was getting over on lions, he would invite that. But he knows he has built a long long road of trust with these animals and he knows his place. He knows what he can do and what he can't. He knows when he can assert his place and when he he can't. He's not smug. He's educative and insistant.

[@snezanadurich6997]

Some stupid questions asked!!!! WOW!!! Kevin Richardson always the master!!!

[@txmoney]

Just think about it. Kevin is among the less than 1% of humans on the planet to live with these wild majestic animals. He is rarer than astronauts who have actually travelled in space. Fascinating.

[@kevinavis5080]

I’ve just joined his cup for a cause .i don’t find many people who impress me in life .this fella does .

[@wickedbones5151]

He’s absolutely beautiful, handsome, humble and an amazing man.

[@faiththao268]

I'm watching this because of Kevin Richardson😁

[@issaciams]

The interview was perfectly fine until around @12:00 minute mark. That's when the interviewer tried to psychologize Kevin and took a more condescending tone. Kevin handled it with the upmost professionalism. I love this man.

[@1wannabee1]

What a bloke this is. What a 'human being' he is! To suggest Kevin is 'committed' would be a gross under-statement. NO sign of arrogance. NO sign of 'look at me'. Just a wonderful person who absolutely loves what he is doing in his life and I just wish him NOTHING but the very best for the future. Tc Kev.

[@kevzvipe]

wow! This is the first "real" interview from Kevin that I have seen! great stuff Kevin!

[@emeraldradiancemadinamunawwara]

Kevin I wish your bucketful of luck stays full even when your bucketful of experience over flows. 😊

[@anudeepreddypakkeru2315]

exactly what i wished. i think its good if the experience bucket overflows....we can all catch some of it and have a head start.

[@mitcheys4423]

This interviewer literally sounds like a 5 yr old asking the stupidest questions. He should have asked more questions about the condition of lions in Africa, Canned Hunting and spreading awareness, which was most likely the only reason Kevin was there on this show in the first place.

[@helengracegarcia7196]

I agree. Kevin was there for awareness of the Lions' decrease in the wild. I guess they should have focused more on Kevins' organizations cause, not how dangerous those lions are. Of course they can be dangerous depends on how the lions sees a person in their own perspective.

[@again7pyms]

WOW. How beautifully and informatively Kevin answers those questions! What a wonderful gifted man! While I understand the anger and disgust towards Dan Ariely for his condescending manner, the title does say "Lion Behaviorist", so at least it was to be expected that he would focus on those questions. But a whole bunch of Respect to Kevin!

[@DoggoWillink]

Kevin is a smart guy. He recognized the problem with the interviewer’s question relating to the oil rig, etc, right away. Namely, the sentience of lions changes the dynamic of that analogy, by a good degree, in my opinion.

[@tiagomota4734]

kevin is a really smart person in general not only with lions im impressed to be honest i didnt expected , dont know why i assumed hes only an animal lover bu hes an amazing human beeing!

[@vimalop2725]

Good

[@tessdlove]

I admire his kindness to animals . he is humble and has beautiful soul

[@BitchyQueen69]

OMG! I LOVE KEVIN! We need so many more conservationists like Kevin,to protect and preserve the remaining VERY ENDANGERED ones of the TOP FIVE,in the wildlife world! I've followed Kevin for years,on all his KZbin videos,and to watch him interact with his Lions,with so much LOVE & CARE,it gives me chills at how these Lions accept him and love him,too,I believe! He is one incredibly wonderful most compassionate man and he deserves every bit of help he can get from those of us who love our wildlife and want to see them be here for many generations to come! God bless you,Kevin,and all the fantastically very hard work you're doing to keep our wildlife around! I love you!😊👍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lisaomeara4844]

Kevin is honest about ego, and what he has learned from them. Animals always teach us things, and they can out smart ego, usually. ❤️ his work, and passion for the big cats! 😸

[@taralown7023]

really enjoyed the questions , and how easilyKevin responded. i think most people would get offended cause they are over sentisitve. Good on Kevin, i learned a lot from this interview!

[@randymartinez2684]

Tara Lown by

[@thareeshramdhanee2782]

Kevin should introduce his lions to this guy....and walk away

[@SteveCherches]

Thareesh Ramdhanee Actually you should watch his videos. You might find him interesting.

[@eileenconnor08]

complete honesty & humility! As tragic as it was to Loose such a lovely bloke like Steve Irwin, he was soo excitable & not every animal likes excitable energy! Well done Kevin Richardson, he's stated categorically that he would NEVER approach a Lion.he hadn't known from 6mnths onwards! I find this man very humble & passionate which resonates too with his colleague Rodney & his lovely wife Mandy! keep up the Good work Mr Richardson!!

[@guyfanno1]

Dude Irwin was killed by a stingray. He was hardly being excitable swimming in the ocean!

[@alexandragavrila3201]

Kevin is incredible!!!Such a nice and sincere person!!!

[@jamiegodman715]

Kevin's KZbin page is awesome!

[@LuvLight44]

It’s so weird seeing him inside a building 🤣🤣🤣

[@kirkpearce6441]

Well to think about it ...he looks like a lion who came from the jungle into a building ..haha But a fantastic gentleman

[@mikelumbreras4903]

Many thank's Mr Richarson for your wonderful work saving and helping our world to be better. I admire your kindness along this interview. Bless you and your family and all your staff. Regards.

[@sm31156]

Kevin is awesome, i love the way he takes care of his lions even operations when they are sick. He treats them with utmost respect.

[@SpecialgiftsLA]

In truth Kevin is in a league of his own proving that experience is way more valuable and accurate than academics. .observation can not just teach you ..and give you wisdom but also humbles you. That's the big most valuable attribute..you are humbled and then you learn more and more ...no complacency or arrogance ..G-d bless you Kevin.

[@naomilopez7802]

Kevin is so Awesome !!! He knows what he is doing !!! He is very Incredible!!!

[@harishbm5518]

Kevin richardson is really a legend and hats off for his work the lions. Lots of respect to u Kevin

[@nitinjamadagni]

Kevin has done some great work, raising awareness towards lion conservation and otherwise. His mentality towards conservation and not breeding just to keep populations afloat is awesome. He has evolved a lot and all for the good. The interviewer here has a mission, not a good quality for an interviewer. He wants to get an answer that he wants to hear.

[@lauramendez7765]

I love the lion whisper but dislike the host what's his problem ?

[@robt8042]

He's a psychologist. Another words a pseudo-scientist who has an elevated opinion of his book smarts.

[@kyemin5802]

Perhaps the problem is in you?! Just saying....

[@cjp592]

Kevin Richardson!!!! We love you for all that you do. I admire your purpose and approach.

[@FLG232]

A remarkable guy he should be given the Nobel Prize

[@khalidataha4180]

I love you kevin! and all you do for those magnificent creatures! Keep up the great work❤️❤️❤️

[@blakemerano5909]

In my opinion, the interviewer is great. I've learned a lot from this interview. Kevin is absolutely admirable. The lions and animals are lucky to have him.

[@Africa-ky1bg]

Such a beautifully interview on Kevin's part. He is so eloquent & humble & tries in every interaction to educate & lessen the overall ignorance we all have about these wonderful & important animals. His work in conservation of the species is inspiring & his shedding light on the appauling practice of canned hunting & the lion bone industry is so important. Such an honorable human being.

[@cuevenery4111]

I KEEP WACTHING BCAUSE I BACKUP KEVIN ! .

[@elushka29]

cue venery same 👍

[@ognyena]

A brilliant man, Kevin is! God bless his soul!!!

[@emberN]

MORE!! thank you for having him on the show!!!!!!!1!!

[@formhubfar]

I think its incredible we are almost 4 years on from this and Kevin is doing great.., from a sociological point of view this is gold dust.., people often ponder upon the missing link but few give credence to the link between man and animal.., I think this is amazing and I hope to enjoy Kevins work with the lions etc for many years!

[@rachelschwebach7566]

I love Kevin. I support the Kevin Richardson Foundation which buys land for lions as well as other wildlife. He never carries a whip, a chain or a stick to protect himself. The lions run at him when he enters his enclosures, they come and literally hug him with their front paws around his neck. They rub their faces on his face. He does not beat them into submission. He shows love, understanding, patience. He is one of a kind. He has been interacting with lions for 21 years and a lion has never put him in the hospital. He has had a few trips to the emergency room but no major injuries. My dying wish would be to spend one day with Kevin and the lions and to see the magic up close!

[@TheRivrPrncess]

What conservationists miss is that Kevin having lions and the way he treats them which not as pets, he is showing anyone who desires a lion for a pet that it is not possible. He shows that you can not treat them as pets and he shows how much hard work is involved in caring for them. All this will result in discouraging at least many from wanting any wild animal as a pet which conservationists should be glad about.

[@cherylbirkhimer9198]

I am watching this in 2018. Recently "discovered" Kevin Richardson & his "family". Read his book which I highly recomend. Anyway my idea is that if everyone who enjoys these vids sent him say, $5.00, or the equivalent it would help him & the fabulous lions. Hey it's the price of a "Starbucks" overrated coffee for God's sake! (Make my own btw) Sorry this is so long. People hate that! So maybe it's a possibility? A "Go Fund"?? An international worldwide "paying it forward"? !!

[@diptimayeebehera8324]

You are a great person Kevin ...your love for the lions make us proud n fall in love with all animals...

[@capricris7672]

Down to earth, common sense by the bucket loads, very on to it self aware man is Kevin. The Lions and all the animals he looks after has the best advocate, best man for the job hands down. I think the animals know this, God Bless , Kevin.

[@santanubasu1573]

In my Childhood my thinking was only that we can love and be friend with only those animals who are potentially less harmful and calm in nature.....But Sir Kevin's love, care and his dedication for the jungle kings totally changed my thinking.....He taught me and all of us that each and every animal can be loved and respected equally if we are devoted to that....and if we are devoted to that without any expectation then we will be also equally respected and loved by the wild ones.....

[@susansibborn5391]

What a blessed careing and gifted man.

[@ballyclaire1]

great job on this interview by both men. Such an admirer of your work and wish you best of luck! I think you're waking a lot of people up to the plight of lions. Would love to see you get some big investors to help you along. (fingers are crossed)

[@shivi248]

Kevin ur a great human...

[@michellesuzannem7660]

It's good to u see u healing the world Kevin. Much love & blessings. Stay safe always.

[@shahabbavarsadabdali1166]

He is incredible no doubt about it but we should never forget lions grew up with him and that’s one of the biggest reason he became one of them, he is completely different than other animal experts, you don’t see any fear in him which makes him so special

[@jaijind8166]

The interviewer is the Duke Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Economics. An Israeli American, he was 70% burnt in a explosive accident during celeberations. He seems to have done a good job of keeping Kevin at ease during the interview, knowing fully well that he is not used to such audiances.

[@eleazarcontreras1891]

Jai Jind i dnt like him he was implying. that kevin is a barnicle brain he just mad cuz kevins got all the kitty cat love

[@vdb000]

and he’s got a fucked up face he’s obviously jealous ok kevin's handsome face

[@noaheinstein2369]

Izol, you win for biggest loser comment on any video across YT. That’s a scarred face from fire, which you already knew when you wrote “he’s got a fucked up face.” I hope to f**k you’re only 10 years old. Otherwise you’re about the lowest form of human life. Tell your mom not to leave you home when she’s at work. You’re not old enough to be left alone in the house.

[@reneeborjas1877]

Don't agree

[@MUFANF]

I love you Kevin, EXCELLENT!

[@victorialundell9538]

And Kevin is so gracious in giving retrospect to the bewildered.

[@HTHAMMACK1]

Good grief this interviewer won't shut up about the danger of something bad happening. Shut up and move on with the discussion. It makes watching this interview difficult.

[@Mlourenco888]

HTHAMMACK1 He's a behavioral economist at Duke. Naturally he's interested in how Kevin approaches the dangers of interacting with lions at such close proximity.

[@paulavery1686]

+sal degusano I don't care if he is a behavioral expertise elite guy from Duke university. This had to b one of the worst interviews I've ever seen. 1. He harps over n over n over n over on the same point again again. Alright we know it's dangerous. 2. He seems like he's talking down to Kevin with his line of questioning. 3. Then he tries to degrade the Lions. Then he tries to Degrade what there trying to do. which I believe is a great n wonderful thing that will make a substantial difference not just 4 Lions or predators but for all of African wildlife which will b felt worldwide. Kevin did a great, great job of not only tolerating this windbag but giving back good answers to his idiotic questioning. That has to b 1 of the worst interviewers I've ever seen. I'm wrong I've seen many many A hole interviewers before just as bad or worse.

[@paulavery1686]

Yes Kevin seems to be a really tolerating person. I suppose that's why he can do what he does. I'm so glad for these forms of communication. Things that were impossible not long ago are possible today. It nice to see Kevin's sanctuary grow and to become what it is today. I remember in the beginning him saying he didn't know what would become of it. Now he knows.

[@otakurocklee]

The interviewer is overanalyzing something relatively simple. Everything in life is a risk. Driving a car is a risk, flying a plane is a risk, going outside is a risk. Surgery is a risk, going to the dentist is a risk. Even the interview they are doing is a risk. The solution is to get educated about the situation, prepare yourself properly etc... You get educated about something, you gain experience and you lower the risk... it's not that complicated. That's life basically. The guy's talking about lions as if it's some random roll of dice. It isn't obviously. There are behaviors, cues etc... which Kevin has obviously learned how to read.

[@maryatkinson5126]

The interview definitely proceeded as if Kevin were on trial and he did very well. I was thinking that putting his interrogator in a pen with the lions would soon enlighten him about the truth or otherwise of Kevin's explanations of his experience. However, testing Kevin did mean that the spectator had to think about the subject too and proved Kevin's consistency. Either one believes in the affections of big cats or one is left with nothing but a perception of them as mechanical, rather than living, thinking, feeling creatures like all living creatures. Ariely was conducting the interview with deliberate scepticism. Lions, however, are not sceptics. They act according to what they believe and these lions believe in Kevin's goodwill, they believe he does not intend any harm to them. No animal in its right mind calmly hangs out with a threat to their well being. If Kevin were acting to give himself a thrill he would make the lions uneasy. Ariely emphasised an idea that lions were all unpredictable. Any creature seems unpredictable if you do not know the creature well, humans included. Kevin was patient in response to Ariely's persistence in reserving his right to doubt the opinions of his interviewee. Ariely is intelligent, undermining, determinedly unemotional, and a skilled manipulator, did he ever have a previous life in the secret service?

[@gabrieladelafuente7398]

Kevin you are my hero! 💖💖💖

[@santanubasu1573]

My dream is to work with this legendary human.....I don't know whether it will come true or not.....but I will try to continue his legacy as far as possible by me..

[@veronicalake2751]

Love what goes on around the world outside to save animal.!

[@welvendagreat3654]

his pilot comparition was spot on and that goes for most things human does everyday

[@Prajaktaraut007]

Kevin Richardson u are incredible I respect you and your work,love you.may god bless you with long big life

[@maryatkinson5126]

I see in the big cats and Kevin echoes of the way my cats and I acted with each other, minus the dimension of size. A pet cat if he or she gets excited enough in play to kick you and bite your arm as they often feel like and do, soon teaches you how well equipped the cat of any size is - one learns to be cautious. But the affection and the loyalty, this is what I have learnt the most about with my cats, the irreplaceable happiness of being their friend, loved by them. Kevin is right. They do know him and they are his friends as he is theirs, it is a bond of love and respect. The size of the lions actually makes it easier, not more difficult, for Kevin to learn how to show his respect for them; with small pet cats, the cat makes his or her feelings clear but it can be harder for a human to reciprocate properly because size dominance favours the human. The person can end up following a human social expectation to the detriment of the expectation of cats, the practices of cats in relationships. I made mistakes trying to accommodate displacements caused by human standards that were not feline standards. To do that with lions would be to invite prompt destruction. My cats have suffered on the occasions when I put up with a human demand that was not good for them. I was so proud to be trusted by them, every time, every cat, and so ashamed to let them down the times that this has happened. If you love a cat and the cat loves you, there is intense and straightforward closeness which is rare with a human. Humans are much less reliable towards each other, even in families humans can fail in a way that a cat, big or small, does not. A cat bond is almost unbreakable. I love the nature of cats.

[@ericshutter5305]

They were honest questions and I liked the interview and the answers were good and informative.

[@beachn13]

Canned hunters are evil.....keep doing good things for wild animals Kevin you are a truelly HERO

[@andy-the-gardener]

great interview. although the man asking the questions was understandably skeptical of lion / human friendship, knowing how unpredictable and dangerous humans can be, he asked intelligent and respectful questions.

[@victorialundell9538]

The interviewer asking Kevin "How do you remember how dangerous they are?" is such an armchair question, where one has never experienced themselves in the presence of physical grandeur.

[@deathchronicles6960]

He will not even know how important these predators are for the cycle of food chain.. He just hate their natural killer instinct.

[@debrabiderman4275]

So I like this interview. It shows a side of Kevin I really like. His ability to GRT right to the heart of the question asked. I thought the questions were good. Especially about familiarity causing Kevin to relax his guard. He always seems to take his lions seriously. Reading Cats does get easier with time. All cats ,Big and small ,seem to have low tolerance for foolishness,however, they all give physical signs that they are annoyed. Woe be to any human twisting the cats tail at a bad time. Hey even horses can be moody and nasty. Kevin knows!

[@iamrichrocker]

i wish Kevin had the time and inclination to run the United Nations..and to ensure the safety and progress of preserving these wonderful animals and lands....

[@elushka29]

So much love and respect for you Kevin

[@edcrfvtgbyhnujmikolpqazwsx]

Why does the host/interviewer has his own name in huge letters on his sweater? Weird. I enjoyed the interview. Kevin was very open and honest about his motivations and the hardships he faced in the beginning, which was interesting to learn. I don't think anyone knows better than him about lions. He earned this expertise the hard way, exposing himself to danger and pouring in immense dedication and hard work. I wish him all the best and that he may continue doing what he does for many years to come.

[@pokermel]

I agree. The sweatshirt with his name on it is odd.

[@jonathanlopez6953]

It's easy to see what he's doing without any thought of the risk. It's easy to look at what he's doing I can do that to. But the risk factor is eminent and he knows about it.

[@robertberger8981]

Kevin, you are so humble I would be bragging day and night

[@johnstarnes]

Wonderful work you do. Plus you are a hunk!

[@86elliysa]

I'm salute him..Kevin..😍😍😍👍👍👍🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@fragrancedeparadis1275]

Kevin is blessed. Love to Kev

[@donnadottoli]

I personally found this fascinating. Humanity is from what I'm seeing hearing taking itself out. Heart to you all at KR because you know and care. Sadly too many want to try to OWN Wild pets. Do Not WE all want to be FREE? Please understand and respect nature and yourself for nature. Bc this is spinning way far out of control. Save all. Bc we can. Love live give us all a reason to be able to laugh.

[@nizar152]

Such a wonderful soul!

[@sbsb7845]

DAN ARIELY is a great writer, but they forgot to mention when speaking about a danger, that this lions know Kevin from childhood, they trust him, and respect him.They treat him like his own, and they will never hurt him.He also feeds them and is taking care of them. And they know that.

[@harriskhan5222]

good questions . i dont see anything wrong with any of these questions . people in this comment section seems way more crazier thn kevin and interviewer. kevin for sure is doing one hell of a job.. its easy to sit and talk around .. just imagine urself as kevin for a day ..and u ll know he is living his life on edge which is scary and admirable .. both . i wish we could do tht with the tigers too in my country ( tigers are not social though but they r just 400 left in the wild of northern india ) . respect from INDIA .

[@MrBonners]

No they weren't and he would not accept the answers. He was an idiot academic fixated on trivial detail.

[@steveadams9289]

He is a great man Saving these beautiful animals is important

[@Roobaby50]

Excellent interview with Kevin RIchardson conducted by a terrific interviewer. Watch, listen and learn a little.

[@sponk12]

Amazing guy and fantastic conservation work

[@cloud6862]

kevin was reason we watched as hes fabulistic in everyway......................

[@mellingmichael777]

Great interview and an amazing guy.

[@catllionare]

The interviewer is very annoying. Keep doing what you do Kev!

[@SusanneGermanTutoring]

Kevin R. is eloquent in expressing exactly what needs to be said. Why is every interviewer presuming the lion can get dangerous to Kevin? It is paradox, in reality humans kill lions, that is why there are so few these days. Shouldn't the interviewer be concerned about the danger of humans then? I am aware that these animals are strong and they are no pets, however I don't think the interviewer understands why Kevin is doing this work in the first place. It is to protect lions from the dangerous humans.

[@deathchronicles6960]

He cant keep up with kevin compassion and he clearly dont interest about their beautiful side.. Humans are the one who break the cycle of food chain what a sick joke we are

[@Daniel-fc2xi]

Dan Ariely does come off somewhat condescending in this interview. I prefer to give him the benefit of the doubt and say it was unintended. Part of having wit is knowing when to use it appropriately. Kevin, while a wonderful man, is not necessarily innately a witty man, and without him being able to riff back at Dan, perhaps due to his nervousness and unfamiliarity with his settings, his jibes come off closer to attacks. This combined with the understandably extreme affection Kevin's fans have for him and his work, results in their being highly protective when they sense this minor imbalance, in the belief that Dan is attempting to make fun of Kevin, when in truth his jibes are intended as nothing more than playful ribbing.

[@blakerodenbaugh7097]

Kevin has a lot of humility and I think that is what you are seeing - I don't think it is nervousness and unfamiliarity.

[@reneeborjas1877]

Don't agree...

[@tarashaw9853]

if i ever found out that anyone I knew did canned hunting i would fucking flip....done!! over goodbye!!!!

[@JoyWood.AdaOklahomaUSA]

What happened to Tsave? Did he die at the Park of old age? Was he still at the park when it was being sold? Was he sold for canned hunting? We're there farewell videos for Napolean, Tau? Are there videos of the Thor #1, besides RIP?

[@inertiaforce7846]

I agree with Kevin, you've been doing this 16 years now, you probably have something figured out by now. It is unlikely that you would have lasted 16 years if you were constantly taking stupid risks. How many years does it take if not 16?

[@bigfriki]

Great interview, very interesting. Loved Arieli's psychology perspective on the topic.

[@MrBonners]

nope. interviewer is an idiot.

[@reneeborjas1877]

Don't agree

[@LoriWolfcat]

I would love to someday work with Lions, but I would definitely wanna see a Lion in real life and definitely learn their behaviors. I really wanna hug a Lion, but I also don't wanna get eaten! 😬 Anyone know if there's any way to really experience Lions? Like Kevin's park seems like it could really be a great encounter into a Lion's life. But, I live in California. By Long Beach. Anyone have an idea about where I can go that's like something like Kevin's park?

[@leechang8002]

Living legend

[@user-ez3xh4gz4b]

Unique this man