Turtle Speed!

The doctor is in — and he's in no hurry. Join Dr. Bob, a Russian tortoise and self-proclaimed expert on "the slow art of living well," as he explores life's big questions and small joys, like why people rush, what gets missed along the way, and finding comfort in quiet presence and simple rituals like drinking tea.

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22 September 2026

Hello, My Dears!

Send us Fan Mail Turtle Speed | Season 1, Episode 2 Episode Title: Hello, My Dears! Host: Dr. Bob Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Bob—a 30-year-old Russian tortoise living in a custom bookcase-turned-habitat—introduces himself, his backstory, and his unique philosophy on life. From shedding his former identity ("Alonzo") to mastering the delicate art of being both cranky and adventurous, Dr. Bob explains why slow living, routine, and a warm basking rock are the keys to a life well-live...

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25 August 2026

Turtle Speed: Tea, Time, and Tranquility with Dr. Bob

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Bob, a Russian tortoise and self-declared doctor of the slow art of living, as he invites listeners to pull up a log and settle in. With gentle humor and timeless perspective, he contrasts human hurry—rushing to work, gulping tea, texting frantically—with the calm steadiness of turtle speed. Each episode sits by the water to explore big questions and small joys: why we rush, what we miss, and how simple rituals like tea and quiet presence can soften life’s edges. Exp...

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