Category: Podcast

#105: From Fear to Fascination: Kevin Wiener on His Journey at All Bugs Go to Kevin

November 4, 2024

Step into the world of insects and arachnids with Kevin Wiener (creator of All Bugs Go To Kevin), who transforms fear into fascination through his passionate advocacy for spiders and insects. Discover the oft-overlooked roles these creatures play in our ecosystem, and learn how community can help us overcome our apprehensions. It’s time to embrace the beauty of bugs! … More #105: From Fear to Fascination: Kevin Wiener on His Journey at All Bugs Go to Kevin

#104: Wasting Away: The Battle to Save Sunflower Sea Stars and Kelp Forests with the Sunflower Star Lab

October 21, 2024

The Sunflower Sea Star, a keystone species once numbering 6 billion, has dramatically declined, impacting marine systems, particularly kelp forests. Today’s episode details the Sunflower Star Laboratory, where researchers aim to restore this vital species through aquaculture and community outreach, emphasizing the importance of biodiversity and ecological balance. … More #104: Wasting Away: The Battle to Save Sunflower Sea Stars and Kelp Forests with the Sunflower Star Lab

Saving a Valley: How Coyote Valley Inspires Conservation

October 7, 2024

Coyote Valley’s saga reveals the clash between corporate ambition and environmental preservation. Steve Jobs’ vision fell short, yet the valley flourishes as a beacon of biodiversity and cultural heritage. This podcast ignites a rallying cry for community-driven conservation, showing listeners how to protect landscapes that they love and care for. … More Saving a Valley: How Coyote Valley Inspires Conservation

#103: Exploring Wildlife Forensics with Ashley Bray

September 23, 2024

Wildlife forensics expert Ashley Bray shares her passion for the field, illuminating the connections between wildlife crime and broader illegal activities. Through compelling anecdotes about the endangered vaquita and California condors, this discussion highlights the urgent need for conservation and ethical responsibility, sparking hope for future advocacy. … More #103: Exploring Wildlife Forensics with Ashley Bray

#102: Sophie Osborn – From the Brink: Reintroducing Endangered Birds

September 2, 2024

Join Sophie Osborn as she unveils the triumphant yet harrowing journeys of the peregrine falcon, Hawaiian crow, and California condor. Discover the shocking threats they face (and how they are surprising threats to us, too), from lead poisoning to deadly pesticides, and how their survival stories could spell hope for us all. … More #102: Sophie Osborn – From the Brink: Reintroducing Endangered Birds

#101: Connecting Climate, Carbon, Tree Leaf Phenology and Genetics with Dr. Hanna Makowski

August 19, 2024

Discover how Dr. Hanna Makowski unpacks the secrets of plant responses to environmental stress at Black Rock Forest. From seasonal growth patterns to climate adaptations, her research holds crucial implications for biodiversity and climate change. Join her journey and explore the intersection of genetics and the natural world. For more, visit hannamakowski.com. … More #101: Connecting Climate, Carbon, Tree Leaf Phenology and Genetics with Dr. Hanna Makowski

#100: The Biggest Nature Lesson I’ve Learned from 100 Nature’s Archive Episodes

August 5, 2024

Nature’s Archive has reached 100 episodes, reflecting on the interconnectedness of everything in nature. I share a personal story and helped drive home the importance of ecosystem services, while hopefully dispelling some misunderstandings about ecosystem services. … More #100: The Biggest Nature Lesson I’ve Learned from 100 Nature’s Archive Episodes

#99: Into the Wild: Snow Leopards and Wildlife Photography with Jake Davis

July 15, 2024

Join wildlife photographer Jake Davis as he shares his incredible encounters, techniques, and the technology behind capturing spectacular footage for shows like Planet Earth 3. Discover what it takes to film elusive snow leopards, intense bear fights, and curious wolf pups along with insights into nature photography and wildlife behavior. … More #99: Into the Wild: Snow Leopards and Wildlife Photography with Jake Davis

Joro Spiders: Should You Be Concerned? And more Astounding Spiders with Dr. Sarah Rose

June 24, 2024

Have you seen all of the scary headlines about massive venomous Joro spiders invading the eastern USA? Well, as you might imagine, these headlines are designed to drive clicks so that individuals and media can monetize their content.

Dr. Sarah Rose helps set the record straight, and also answers some questions about spider mating rituals, which turn out to be complex and fascinating!

And after that short Q&A, we play the full interview with Dr. Rose from Episode 58. … More Joro Spiders: Should You Be Concerned? And more Astounding Spiders with Dr. Sarah Rose