Best Influence Ecology Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 28: Fire severity influences large wood and stream ecosystem responses in western Oregon watersheds 8:46

5d ago8:46

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Full journal article can be found at https://fireecology.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s42408-023-00170-xBy Interview with Ashley Coble, Brooke Penaluna, and Laura Six

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181: Farming and Soil Biodiversity with Stuart Meikle 1:10:07

8m ago1:10:07

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What is sustainable agriculture? Does regenerative farming mean focusing primarily on the soil biome? Is farming a leading cause of biodiversity loss? …and do we really have only 60 harvests left? To get the answers to those and other questions about farming and biodiversity, join me for a conversation with an agricultural management and policy spe…

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180: Hunters Just Are 34:05

13d ago34:05

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Not long ago I posted a tweet: “Hunters are not good or bad, they just are. Therefore, they must be managed just like, and as a part of, the wildlife they hunt.” It was an attempt to condense my thoughts about our relationship with wildlife and nature. I purposefully used the word “our” because I believe that we are all hunters; it's just that this…

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The man who helped birth Urban Ecology | ft. Darryl Jones | ep.16 1:16:33

17d ago1:16:33

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of unban ecology with my special guest Darryl Jones, a pioneering figure in the field and a well known Australian author renowned for his work on birds. Join us as we explore the transformative power of unban ecology, its impact on urban environments, and the moments that lead Darryl to make some …

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179: Sika Deer: Pest or Precious? 1:28:35

27d ago1:28:35

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Sika (cervus nippon) is a mid-sized deer that was introduced to Ireland in the 1860s to the Powerscourt Estate. Soon after that, it started spreading across Ireland. Today, the main concentrations of sika are in Kerry, Wicklow, Tyrone and Fermanagh. More recently, it has also been found in Waterford, Galway, Limerick, and Wexford. The National Biod…

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178: Why Biodiversity Matters with Nigel Dudley 58:26

1M ago58:26

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“Why Biodiversity Matters” is fundamentally a philosophy book. However, the author and our guest, Nigel Dudley, is not a philosopher but an accomplished conservation biologist who has accumulated an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience working on conservation projects across the world. He has worked as a consultant ecologist with internati…

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Wildlife and the Online Influencer |ft. David Orin| ep.15 1:11:50

2M ago1:11:50

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Join us for an electrifying chat with a fearless wildlife enthusiast and online influencer known for catching venomous snakes, his love for creation, and his faith. We explore how he turns his passion for wildlife into a profitable online venture, sharing insider tips on monetizing content while staying true to one’s mission. We go deeper on some o…

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Tea Time with Hudson Gardner: on the Wood Element 1:07:28

2M ago1:07:28

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Join Morgan and Hudson for a casual conversation series on healing with the five elements of Chinese medicine.By Morgan Kulas

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177: Nature, Farming and Politics with Saoirse McHugh 1:02:17

2M ago1:02:17

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Join me for a conversation with Saoirse McHugh who is running as an independent candidate for the European Parliament to represent the Midlands-North-West constituency. During our discussion, we delve into a wide array of topics such as the connection between agriculture and environmentalism, sustainable land management practices and agricultural s…

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From TASMANIA to QUEENSLAND [Turning a Dream into Reality!] |ft. Mick Bender| ep.14 1:03:27

3M ago1:03:27

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🦘🌿 Lets dive into the world of Australian fauna and learn about the life's journey our special guest, Mick Bender, founder of Wildlife Unleashed, a fast growing wildlife demonstration company! In this episode, we uncover the intriguing journey of building a business centered around showcasing Australia's unique wildlife. We explore challenges and t…

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176: Invasive Ants Impact Lion Predation on Zebras, with Adam T. Ford 51:59

3M ago51:59

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The paper that we discuss in this episode describes how an invasive species of ants disrupts lion hunting behaviour. There are also acacia trees, elephants, zebras and buffalos involved in the whole chain of interactions between species. To talk about this incredibly interesting research I invited an Associate Professor, Adam Ford, Canada Research …

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175: SOTKA Wetlands with Veli-Matti Pekkarinen and Heikki Helle 58:54

3M ago58:54

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Finnish SOTKA is a large-scale habitat restoration project and a part of a larger Helmi Habitats Programme aimed at restoring Finland’s biodiversity. It is run by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the Ministry of the Environment. SOTKA’s objective is large-scale habitat restoration through wetlands rehabilitation, restoration of mires an…

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174: Not A Conservationist 11:01

4M ago11:01

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Many people claim they are conservationists. But are they really? Inspired by your comments and some discussions that I had in the past, I decided to talk about this subject. This episode was recorded outdoors, on the beautiful Irish coast of county Kerry. So, don’t be surprised to hear chough calling in the background or some occasional gusts of w…

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173: The Last Keeper with Tom Opre 1:23:06

4M ago1:23:06

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I have been waiting for Tom Opre’s new film “The Last Keeper” since I learned in July 2022 that he and his team are working on it. Well, the wait was over for me at the beginning of February 2024, as I was the only person in Ireland to screen the film. The wait will soon be over for you as well since the film premieres in mid-April in Edinburgh. Wh…

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172: Antidote to Screen Addiction with Emanuel Rose 46:35

4M ago46:35

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This episode is slightly different than usual when it comes to its subject. However, working with technology by day and creating digital content by night, I spend substantial time thinking about and grappling with this subject. So when I learned that a long-term supporter and a friend of the podcast, Emanuel Rose, wrote a book about it, I decided t…

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A dive into the world of Environmental Science, Snake Venom, and Grants | ft. Dr Christina Zdenek | ep.13 1:38:59

5M ago1:38:59

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In this entertaining podcast episode, Dr. Christina Zdenek sheds some light on the fascinating worlds of environmental science, snake venom, and grant acquisition (amongst other things). She shares also her own personal journey from one side of the world to another, and how she has made her life's passion, her life's goal. Join us for an insightful…

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Eco-Dance Practice for Spring: Widening in the Dark 18:20

5M ago18:20

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The music shared in this track is by Lotus. Licensed under a Creative Commons agreementBy Morgan Kulas

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171: Rewilding with Steve Carver 51:51

5M ago51:51

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It has been a considerable time since the last time we spoke about rewilding on the podcast. I feel that the discussion around the practice as well as understanding of the term has moved on in the last three to four years. So, I decided to get an update on the state of rewilding. To do so, I invited the Director of the Wildland Research Institute a…

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Episode 27: The impact of UAS aerial ignition on prescribed fire: a case study in multiple ecoregions of Texas and Louisiana 8:46

5M ago8:46

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Full journal article can be found at https://fireecology.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s42408-023-00170-xBy Interview with Brett Lawrence

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Episode 26: Degradation and restoration of Indigenous California black oak (Quercus kelloggii) stands in the northern Sierra Nevada 17:02

5M ago17:02

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Full journal article can be found at https://fireecology.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s42408-023-00172-9By Interview with Scott Stephens, Alexis Bernal, and Les Hall

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Episode 25: Territories in Transition: how social contexts influence wildland fire adaptive capacity in rural Northwestern European Mediterranean areas 12:26

5M ago12:26

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Full journal article can be found at https://fireecology.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s42408-023-00168-5By Interview with Kathleen Uyttewaal

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170: EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030 with Frank Vassen 55:14

5M ago55:14

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Currently, a lot is going on in the European Union concerning regulations that can impact nature and nature restoration. To get a better understanding of the current state of nature in the European Union and the future of nature conservation and restoration I talk with Frank Vassen. Frank works in the Nature Unit in the General Directorate for the …

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169: Species Reintroductions 30:20

5M ago30:20

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Species reintroductions, often in the context of rewilding, is a topic that we frequently discuss on this podcast. It is also fiercely debated on social media. I have been asked more than once about my views and opinions on this topic. Do I support species reintroductions? Well, it depends. In this episode, I’m going to break down my take on specie…

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Brisbanes most Unsual Pet Vet |Josh Linas| ep.12 1:16:04

5M ago1:16:04

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Being a domestics vet is one thing, being an exotics vet is another; but being an exotics vet in addition to owning and running one of Brisbanes well known vets its another ball game! In this conversation we get a look at the man who does just that. Josh Linas heads a team of highly skilled vets and crew members that day in and day out work with wi…

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Tea Time with Hudson Gardner: on the Water Element 58:06

5M ago58:06

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Join Morgan and Hudson for a casual series on healing with the five elements of Chinese medicine.By Morgan Kulas

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168: Coexistence with Wolves in Estonia with Helen Arusoo 57:29

6M ago57:29

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On my podcast, we talk a lot about coexistence with large carnivores and the challenges it poses. Some of those challenges might seem insurmountable to some. To shed some light on overcoming these hurdles, I contacted Helen Arusoo, an Estonian nature journalist and the leader of the National Animal Working Group. In this conversation, we talk about…

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167: Conservation Detection Dogs with Caroline Finlay 49:49

6M ago49:49

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When we talk about dogs and conservation, it is usually in the context of wildlife disturbances caused by pet dogs and their inconsiderate owners. However, a specially trained dog can be an invaluable asset in conservation projects that require searches or detection. The subjects can vary from searching and finding carcasses to detecting nests and …

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166: Conservation and Science in 2024 - Housekeeping 53:37

7M ago53:37

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The new year has just started and I’m quick to treat you to yet another episode of the Conservation and Science podcast. Since it is this early in the year, it’s a good opportunity to give you an update about my plans for 2024 and what you can expect from the podcast. Listen to find out about changes to the episode release schedule, my writing and …

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Building a nature loving family |ft. Chris Drew| ep.11 1:06:15

7M ago1:06:15

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Chris balances the want of catching snakes with working as a teacher and running a family! Chris has been the neighborhood snake catcher for a little over a decade. Always having a love for wildlife you will hear of how he became fascinated with snakes in particular, and how he wants to see the younger generation build their own passion for nature,…

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'The truth' from the Barefoot Bushman |ft. Rob Bredl| ep.10 41:55

7M ago41:55

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Staring in Multiple TV series and participating in many others; Rob Bredl has not only had a positive impact on many peoples lives around the world, but through his passion and knowledge of Australian wildlife he had inspired my younger self to get out and get up close and personal with this countries incredible wildlife. Now years later, in this e…

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165: Flicker in the Water with Bob Gonzalez 49:37

7M ago49:37

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A Flicker in the Water is a book about fishing I wish someone had written a long time ago. I gotta admit that due to its small size, I initially underestimated it. However, as I started reading it, I was immediately drawn to the series of fishing stories and captivated by original, real-life photos. In fact, reading this book was so pleasurable tha…

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164: Shotgun Conservationist with Brant MacDuff 1:15:55

7M ago1:15:55

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The story of Brant MacDuff, the author of the book under the title “The Shotgun Conservationist: Why Environmentalists Should Love Hunting” is in many ways similar to mine. We were both born and raised in the city without any contact or access to hunting. We overcame not insignificant obstacles to get into hunting later in life and both of us decid…

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Sensory Poetics: Receiving a late in life Autism Diagnosis 14:13

8M ago14:13

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Sensory Poetics: Receiving a late in life Autism Diagnosis by Morgan KulasBy Morgan Kulas

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163: The EU Review of Wolf Protection Status 1:23:05

8M ago1:23:05

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The European Commission is deliberating on lowering the protection status of wolves in the EU. It seems like this decision has been taken after the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen’s pony was killed by wolves. Is this really the reason for what many have dubbed “a new European wolf hunt”? To unpack this issue I talked to environm…

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162: Sheep, Soil and Biodiversity with Suzanna Crampton 1:30:24

8M ago1:30:24

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The impact of farming on nature is one of the most contested subjects. The negative impact on biodiversity and soil health is juxtaposed with food security and benefits to certain species of wildlife. But does it have to be one or the other? Join me for the conversation with Suzanna Crampton who is one of the most recognisable figures in Irish agri…

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Be UNCOMFERTABLE and seize the moment [mini series] #7 9:01

9M ago9:01

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It is the small moments in my life, the forks in the road that I look back on and trace it all the way back to the present. In this episode I talk about a small moment that has had a big impact on my wildlife journey Thankyou for listening! ============================================================= If you enjoyed this episode please let the plat…

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Eco-Dance Practice for Winter 13:58

8M ago13:58

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The music shared in this track includes:Nepente by Franz Gordon The Transience of Everything by Ave AirLicensed under a Creative Commons agreementBy Morgan Kulas

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This moment changed me |mini series| #6 4:38

9M ago4:38

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In this episode I talk about the very 1st monitor I ever caught at the age of 8! was it 100% ethical? That could maybe be put up for debate but the lesson learnt and observation made it worth the fight Thankyou for listening! ============================================================= If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listen…

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Coeliac Disease & Gluten-Reactive Disorders with Robyn Puglia 1:00:25

9M ago1:00:25

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Clinical Nutritional Therapist Robyn Puglia specialises in the field of coeliac disease, gluten-reactive disorders and autoimmune disease. Her deep enthusiasm for the realms of functional medicine inspired her to establish her own lifestyle intervention clinic, where she helps patients harness the nourishing potential of food to support their bodie…

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Season One Artist Highlight: Vulnerability, and Collaboration in Photography with Luke Spencer. 39:06

9M ago39:06

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From the teachings of his Grandfather, Luke Spencer came to know the gifts of nature; its lessons, its care, and its warmth to heal. Watching him at a knee-height age in his worn Dickies safetyshoes tending and nurturing the tomatoes, runner beans, and peppers in his greenhouse and running down the garden path with them fresh in a brown paper bag t…

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161: Archery Insights with Jim Clark 1:01:30

9M ago1:01:30

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This episode is a real treat for all those who are interested in bowhunting, bowhunting culture and the ethics of bowhunting compared to rifle hunting. Everything sprinkled with a healthy dose of hunting stories. — It feels like I’m one of the only very few who talks about bowhunting with European listeners in mind. Indeed, I would like to see hunt…

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The importance of signage |mini series| #5 3:35

9M ago3:35

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When ever there is a crocodile in the bath, signage should always be used. Join me in this little story of a lesson learned! Thankyou for listening! ============================================================= If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listened on know by leaving a review or rating on the podcast - if you already have…

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Research BEFORE you buy |mini series| #4 6:43

9M ago6:43

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In this episode I talk about the time my room had 300L of water on the floor! It was tough lesson to learn, but I definitely will research items that could drastically change the visual scape of my room Thankyou for listening! ============================================================= If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you liste…

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160: Safari Club International with Ben Cassidy 57:34

9M ago57:34

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Today, we continue the exploration of the public perception of hunting, the issue of social license to hunt and some current topics related to hunting. Certain issues such as the use of lead in hunting ammunition or the attempts to ban the import of certain animal parts, aka trophy import ban, often hit the headlines. And there is no better person …

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How to be MISUNDERSTOOD | mini series #3 4:38

9M ago4:38

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Being Misunderstood is not what we want, but sometimes it is what we get. In this episode I detail how doing what I love, meant that I would be misunderstood Thankyou for listening! ============================================================= If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listened on know by leaving a review or rating on …

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A strangers betrayal |mini series| #2 5:18

10M ago5:18

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I was always cautious when catching animals when I was younger, but this interaction definitely increased the intensity of which I was aware of who and what was around me. This Series is about the 'mini moments' in the past that have shaped discissions, thoughts, and actions made today Thankyou for listening! =======================================…

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Diversity, Managing Stress & Ecological Influences with Sophie Medlin 47:45

10M ago47:45

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In this week's episode, we sit down with consultant dietitian, Sophie Medlin. Sophie began her career specialising in gastrointestinal diseases before moving into academia and delivering lectures at Plymouth University and King’s College London. She now runs her clinic practice City Dietitians in London, designs vitamins and probiotics and has work…

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159: Polar Bears in a Warming World with Andrew Derocher 1:04:57

10M ago1:04:57

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This episode will answer all your questions about polar bears — including those you didn’t know you had. Our guest is Professor Andrew Derocher from the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta who specialises in ecology, conservation, and management of large Arctic mammals with a particular focus on polar bears. The subjects …

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Be smart around 'DANGEROUS' wildlife! |mini series| #1 9:32

10M ago9:32

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With a lesson that could have left me worse for wear. In this episode I describe two instances where I was reminded that I must stay aware and on guard when it comes to working with and interacting with in the potential vicinity of a venomous or dangerous piece of wildlife. It is important to stay on your toes, but also, enjoy the experience, somet…

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The job that lets you CATCH ANIMALS! |John Bolton| ep.9 43:41

10M ago43:41

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Do you love catching animals? do you want to stay on the right side of the law? Well this job title may very well be the one for you! Join me as I listen to the stories, and discuss the challenges of being a Fauna Spotter Catcher with my guest. He has trained up a few people in his time and has his own perspective on all that goes on, both on and o…

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