When Doves Cry / Fever

An ecologist in Maine fears she will be criticized because she "communicates with animals." Then a tiny, collared Dove told her he could read her mind. And – a man in Alaska hears a rumor about the elusive blue bear. He never gave it much thought until a friend convinced him to search for one. We're wrapping up the FEVER series this week! Tune in. STORIES When Doves Cry An ecologist in Maine fears she must be crazy because she communicates with animals. Then a tiny, collared Dove told her he could read her mind. Thank you Sara and Lily B for sharing your story with us! Produced by Anna Sussman, edited by John Fecile, original score by Nicholas Marks. The Blue Bear Lynn Schooler grew up in Alaska hearing rumor after rumor about the elusive blue bear. He never gave it much thought until a friend convinced him they go out searching for one. What Lynn ended up finding was, of course, something much different. Thanks Lynn for sharing your story with Snap! For more on Lynn Schooler's work check out his Facebook page . Produced by Nancy Lopez, sound design by Renzo Gorrio and Davey Kim. Season 17 - Episode 9 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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This episode was published on Mar 5, 2026.

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