In this episode, the hosts delve into the documentary 'Chimp Crazy,' exploring the bizarre world of exotic animal ownership, particularly focusing on chimpanzees. They discuss the life of Tanya Haddix, her dealings with chimps, and the dangers associated with keeping such wild animals as pets. The conversation touches on legal issues, the role of PETA, and the tragic stories of chimps like Travis and Tonka. The hosts share their thoughts on the ethics of animal ownership and the psychological motivations behind it, ultimately concluding that chimps are not suitable pets and should not be kept in domestic settings.
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Chimp Crazy, exotic animals, animal rights, PETA, chimpanzees, documentary, Tanya Haddix, animal trade, Travis the chimp, Tonka