A century-old thylacine brain sample from a Berlin zoo has been kept in pristine condition, surviving two world wars. But how did a Tassie Tiger end up in Germany in the first place? And what have scientists discovered about the thylacine from its brain? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government’s Responses to Child Sexual Abuse in Institutional Settings is due to deliver its final report at the end of this month.  In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Britt Aylen takes a look back at how it came to be.  Support is available: Sexual Assault Support Service – 1800 697 877 Bravehearts – 1800 272 831 Lifeline – 13 11 14 1800 RESPECT – 1800 737 732 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tasmanian prisons are in need of reform. With an inquiry into Tasmanian adult imprisonment and youth detention matters currently underway, some have suggested removing non-violent offenders from incarceration could save the state money, and reduce the likelihood that they’ll re-offend. But would that really work? Britt Aylen investigates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's estimated that half a million animals die on Tasmanian roads each year. Britt Aylen investigates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.