Every day, scientists and conservationists around the globe are working to answer critical questions about our rapidly changing environment and the organisms that live there; the minute details of their work reveal both the beauty and the precarious balance of the natural world. Join the Conservation Connection team as we interview today's leading wildlife scientists and conservationists about their most recent discoveries. Listen in to hear the ongoing story of the environmental work being ...
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Heavy metal music seems to attract sharks, but do you know why? On the final episode of Season 10 we sit down with the world's only Heavy Metal Marine Biologist! Tom "The Blowfish" Hird tells us all about his his wild stories from the field, including how he performed heavy metal music at sea to get a closer look at the ocean's coolest predators! E…
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New tools allow us to collect more data than ever before, but is that always a good thing? When it comes time for policymakers to make decisions, a complex system of stakeholders, limited resources, and unclear goals can make it hard to figure out the best way forward. That's where decision scientists like Dr. Jennifer McGowan swoop in to save the …
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More than 50% of the world's turtle and tortoise species are threatened with extinction, but Shannon DiRuzzo of Turtle Island is working to make sure that they all live to see tomorrow. Turtle Island's mission is simple: save turtles & tortoises from extinction through acute rescue, care, research, breeding, and rewilding. Want to buy stickers, shi…
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Support black footed ferret conservation by following this link! 50% of proceeds will be donated directly to the Cheyenne River Sioux Nation for ferret conservation projects! This week we get to learn from Dr. Julie Thorstenson at EarthX 2024 in Dallas Texas. Julie is a wildlife biologist, member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Nation, Lakota, and exec…
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Hunting as a conservation tool can be a divisive topic. How can the death of an animal increase the health of the herd? This week we sit down with Ivan Carter, a safari guide, conservationist, and TV host to answer these big questions. He encourages us to set our emotions aside and listen to the science when it comes to making conservation decision…
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Protecting the ocean can seem like a whale of a task! Luckily we have the solutions to turn the tides. We sat down with George Cummings at EarthX to learn about his work as an ocean ambassador. From the UN Sustainable Development Goals, to protecting island nations, and learning how we can help reduce carbon entering our atmosphere, we cover it all…
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Wind turbines are an incredible source of renewable, carbon-neutral energy that can be deadly to bats. This week we talk to a scientist who's trying to fix that. We sit down at EarthX with Dr. Sarah Fritts, an associate professor of wildlife ecology at Texas State University, to learn how she's working to keep bats away from critical renewable ener…
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When you're standing in the Pitcairn islands, the closest another human gets is the astronauts on the International Space Station. You're also standing on the most plastic polluted beach in the world. This week we learn how Brett Howell, of Howell Conservation Fund, and his team removed ocean plastics from one of the most remote islands on the plan…
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Dr. Sylvia Earle | Exploring the Deep | Ep 124
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Having spent more than 7000 hours underwater, Dr. Sylvia Earle has some incredible stories to tell about life under the sea! In the final episode of season 9 we sit down at EarthX2024 with one of the biggest names in ocean conservation EVER, Dr. Sylvia Earle! Listen in to hear how she fell in love with the ocean, what it's like to follow the same e…
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Turtle Nest Success! | Georgia Sea Turtle Center | Ep 123
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From 250 pound sea turtles to half-pound terrapins, the staff of Jekyll Island Authority work all year long to protect their native wildlife! This week we chat with David Zailo and Will Hicks, staff at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island, about the important work they're doing to protect some of North America's most incredible turtles!…
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The Comeback Kelp | Adam Hussain | Ep 122
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When he learned that 95% of California's kelp forests had disappeared in the past 10 years, Adam Hussain devised a plan to put his underwater film skills to use saving the ecosystem that he loved! This week we sit down at EarthX with the director of the upcoming documentary Seaforestation to learn about the critical role that kelp forests play in t…
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Oysters: Farmed or Wild? | Justin Manley | Ep 121
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Although 85% of wild oyster reefs have disappeared over the past 120 years, Georgia's oyster populations are thriving! Listen in as we chat with Justin Manley, the hatchery manager at UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s Shellfish Research Laboratory on Skidaway Island! We get deep into the science of oyster aquaculture and learn all about …
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Live From EarthX with Crystal DiMiceli! | Ep 120
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We interrupt your regularly scheduled episode of Conservation Connection to bring you this special crossover episode with Crystal DiMiceli of the Forces For Nature Podcast and The Healthy Seas Podcast! Listen in for a sneak peak of Season 10 and to discover another incredible podcast!
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Saving Georgia's Whales | Cathy Sakas | Ep 119
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In a changing ocean, whales and their protectors must react fast to stay ahead of the curve! This week we sit down with Cathy Sakas, a life long adventurer, biologist, and ocean advocate. She found the first North Atlantic right whale calf in Georgia over forty years ago, and has spent her career working to ensure that they'll survive in the face o…
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Tortoises Outlast Fires & Floods | Barbara Blonder | Ep 118
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Over 300 species rely on the Gopher Tortoise - and its burrows - to survive! This week we chat with disturbance ecologist Barbara Blonder at Flagler College to learn about the struggles and survival tactics of coastal gopher tortoises! She uses her research and her position as City Commissioner to help St. Augustine make the best possible managemen…
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Rattlesnakes are Umbrellas | Joseph Colbert | Ep 117
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Happy rattlesnakes mean a happy island! This week we sit down with Joseph Colbert, a wildlife biologist with the Jekyll Island Authority. He studies eastern diamondback rattlesnakes, and uses this knowledge to inform management decisions which keep the entirety of Jekyll Island in harmony with nature!…
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What Comes Next? | Coastal Conservation and EarthX! | Ep 116
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EXGREEN20 We're wrapping up this season with some big changes, some quick announcements, and a conversation on the value of collaboration! Check back on April 2nd for the start of our next season when we'll be investigating coastal conservation in the American southeast, and come see us at EarthX in Dallas from April 22 to April 26th! Visit EarthX.…
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Will Flowers Survive the Flood? | Natalie Downey | Ep 115
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This week we dive deeper into the spider shoal lily and its role in the Chattahoochee River ecosystem by sitting down with Natalie Downey from the Chattahoochee River Conservancy. Listen in to learn about the importance of this flower and the ways that volunteers are working to restore its population! Click here to get involved: ChattRiver.org…
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Will the Okefenokee Swamp Remain Intact? | Deborah Reed & Rena Peck | Ep 114
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On Georgia's southern border lies the Okefenokee Swamp, our nation's largest intact blackwater wetland. For thousands of years it's been a place of refuge and recreation, but modern industry is threatening to change it forever. Listen in this week to Deborah Reed (Reed's Grocery Store) and Rena Peck (Georgia River Network) as we discuss the value o…
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Are the Shoal Lilies Damned? | Sara Tash | Ep 113
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Hydroelectric dams produce renewable and carbon-neutral electricity, but at what cost? This final episode from our live-podcasting event explores the story of the shoal lily, an endangered-but-not-legally-protected flower that's found only in the Southeast US. If you'd like to get involved, check out these opportunities: Shoal Lily Planting: https:…
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Building River Relationships | Caroline Ellmer | Ep 112
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What's the point of studying our environment if we never take time to enjoy it? This week we sit with local student and river enthusiast Caroline Ellmer to hear her perspective of growing up on the Chattahoochee River and why it's so important to love where you live! Thank you to Nia Impact Capital for sponsoring this live recording!…
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Which Bees Are Best? | Sarah Tash | Ep 111
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Not all species of bees are the same, and some are MUCH better at pollinating our food than others! Listen in this week to hear Masters student Sarah Tash tell the story of our favorite pollinator and their vital role in our lives. Thank you to Nia Impact Capital for sponsoring this live recording!…
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The Mysterious World of Crayfish | Dr. Troy Keller | Ep 110
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As it turns out, not all crayfish are created equal; some species dig holes, some species displace others, and some species can only be positively identified by their genitals during breeding season! This week we welcome back Dr. Troy Keller of CSU to peek behind the curtain at the massive biodiversity of crayfish in the Southeastern US and how inv…
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Alrighty Guys! We're taking a short break until December 17th 2023 because BIG THINGS are happening! If you want free stickers, take this survey to help improve our show then shoot us a message on Instagram: https://forms.gle/wSb3vabehyLJRECW6 If you're in the Columbus Georgia area, come check out our first live podcast event! We're setting up at S…
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Dr. Michael Dorsey: ASU | Good Things are Profitable! | Episode 109
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What lies at the intersection of social justice, environmental issues, and sustainability? Listen in as Dr. Michael Dorsey, the director and chair of the Rob and Melanie Walton Sustainability Solutions Service at Arizona State University, joins the podcast to discuss pressing issues surrounding environmental justice, sustainability, and the urgent …
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Jill Tidman: The Redford Center | Environmental Advocacy Through Film| Episode 108
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How can you use your passion to protect our planet? The Redford Center uses the art of storytelling and film to inform, engage, and mobilize people to take action for the betterment of the planet. In this episode we sit down with Jill Tidman, the executive director of the Redford Center, to discuss her personal journey to find her passion for envir…
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Lauren Fraser: Canopy | Household Climate Solutions | Episode 107
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How can the average homeowner or renter best take charge of their own climate contributions? Meet Lauren Fraser, co-founder of Canopy! Her organization is committed to helping everyday people decarbonize their lifestyles, from individual households to entire communities! Listen in to learn how Canopy is providing resources, local contractor recomme…
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Chance Glasco: Game Developer | Gaming for the Environment | Episode 106
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What is at the intersection of video games and conservation? This week we dive into the world of video game development and its unexpected role in environmental conservation! Join us as we sit down with Chance Glasco, the co-founder and creative director of Good Dog Studios and a senior fellow with the Adrian Arsht-Rockefeller Foundation Resilience…
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David Banks: The Nature Conservancy | Global Conservation | Episode 105
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This week we sit down with David Banks to hear about his inspiring journey through the world of conservation and environmental advocacy! David is the Chief Conservation Officer of The Nature Conservancy, a global leader in protecting our planet's precious lands and waters. Listen in as we explore the value of nature, from its breathtaking beauty to…
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Sachi Singh: Rootless | Underwater Superfood | Episode 104
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Can seaweed revolutionize our food industry? This episode, join us on a journey into the world of sustainable seaweed farming, exploring its immense potential for revolutionizing food systems and addressing environmental challenges. Our guest Sachi Singh is the founder and CEO of Rootless, and she shares her journey of transitioning from climate ph…
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Jaime Nack: Three Squares Inc. | Guiding Sustainable Solutions | Episode 103
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How are shifting consumer trends changing the ways that businesses think about our future? Listen in to this week's conversation with Jaime Nack, founder and President of Three Squares Inc, a consulting firm that helps businesses achieve their sustainability goals! From major music festivals to the Democratic National Convention, Three Squares Inc …
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Lewis Perkins: Apparel Impact Institute | Threads of Sustainability | Episode 102
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How can we make the fashion industry more sustainable? Join us on a captivating journey through sustainable fashion with Lewis Perkins, the visionary mind behind Apparel Impact Institute and the Fashion Climate Fund! In this episode the Conservation Connection team dives into the world of fashion, intertwining conscious consumerism, innovative solu…
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Lauren Breynaert: MYNO Carbon | Waste Wood to Climate Solution | Episode 101
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How can we repurpose waste products of the timber industry to capture carbon, improve soil, and generate electricity? In this episode of Conservation Connection, we dive into the world of carbon sequestration with Lauren Breynaert, the Public Affairs Director of MYNO Carbon! MYNO Carbon is a recent startup with an innovative process which transform…
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Emmy Scott: Earth Guardians | Youth Leading Change | Episode 100
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How can one organization support a global network of grassroots climate projects? We're sitting down with Emmy Scott, the Executive Director of Earth Guardians, to answer that question! Earth Guardians supports youth-led climate projects all across the world through their crews initiative, a program available to young people everywhere. We also tal…
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Jeff Goodell: Climate Journalist | The Heat Will Kill You First | Episode 99
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What threats driven by climate change will be among the first to take lives? Listen in this week to hear about Jeff Goodell's new book, The Heat Will Kill You First, which covers the dangers of increased heat in a changed climate and the ways that communities are responding to the threat. Click here to learn more about Jeff's Book: JeffGoodellWrite…
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Dianna Cohen: Plastic Pollution Coalition | Stopping Plastic | Episode 98
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Where does plastic come from and how does it affect our everyday lives? This week we sit down with Dianna Cohen, CEO and co-founder of Plastic Pollution Coalition, to talk through the current issues with plastic pollution and solutions to move forward into a plastic free future! Click here to visit the Plastic Pollution Coalition website: www.Plast…
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Mike Libecki: NatGeo Explorer | Microplastics in Pristine Places | Episode 97
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Just how far have microplastics traveled across our planet? In our final interview from the Wild and Scenic Film Festival we sit down with National Geographic Explorer Mike Libecki to talk about his 14 antarctic expeditions, his recently released film, and ways to hold on to hope! Click here to watch Mike's Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCC…
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Kristin Hull: Activist Investor | Impact Investing | Episode 96
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How can wealth be managed in a way that benefits the environment? Kristin Hull, founder and CEO of Nia Impact Capital, is working to do just that by building investment portfolios with intention and purpose. Listen in to hear all about the green possibilities available to protect both your future and the planet's! Click here to learn more about Nia…
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Benjamin Dimmitt: Photographer | Florida's Saltwater Intrusion | Episode 95
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This week we're releasing an interview with Benjamin Dimmitt that we recorded at the Nature Now Film Festival in Columbus Georgia! Listen in to learn about saltwater intrusion, the process by which ocean water enters freshwater reservoirs and fundamentally changes the ecosystem. Benjamin's work as a photographer has documented the changes to these …
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Rhett Butler: Mongabay | Passion to Impact | Episode 94
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This week we're releasing our interview with Rhett Butler, the founder and CEO of the wildly successful conservation and environmental science news organization Mongabay! With a monthly readership of more than 4 million, Rhett's organization has a huge impact on getting these vital stories in front of the public. Listen in to hear how his early exp…
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Nick Grossman: Producer | Endangered Migration | Episode 93
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In this week's episode we sit down with Nick Grossman at the Wild and Scenic film festival! Nick is the Director of Marketing Production for the organization Natural Habitat Adventures, and he was a Producer for the film Endangered Migration. Natural Habitat Adventures brings awareness to wild spaces by organizing trips for members of the general p…
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Vance Martin: WILD Foundation | Carbon Sequestration and ReWilding | Episode 92
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This week we're sharing a catch-up interview with a good friend of the podcast, Vance Martin! We last spoke with him at EarthX in 2019, way back in episode 36, and he and his WILD Foundation have been working on some incredible projects over the past few years. Listen in to hear a discussion about the role of biomass and biodiversity in carbon sequ…
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Youth v. Gov | Climate and Constitutional Rights | Episode 91
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In this exciting episode from the Sun Valley Forum we sit down with Christi Cooper, producer & director of the documentary Youth v. Gov, and Vic Barrett, one of the plaintiffs in the legal battle featured in the film! Listen in to learn about their case, their incredible six-year journey detailed in the film, and the ways in which the fossil fuel i…
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Cameron Nielsen: Filmmaker | Washed Ashore | Episode 90
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This week we have another awesome episode that came out of the Wild and Scenic Film Festival this year! Cameron Nielsen is the co-director of the film Washed Ashore which chronicles the plight of Pacific Gray Whales! His film seeks to understand why one out of four Gray Whales have washed ashore dead in the past few years. Listen in to learn more a…
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Sarinah Simons: Big Basin Speaks | California Wildfires | Episode 89
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Sarinah Simons is a documentary filmmaker and a California State Parks employee who helped document the recent devastation and regrowth that occurred in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, following the CZU fire of 2020. Listen in for a discussion of the importance of fire to the forest ecosystem, how fires have changed in recent years, and how Sarinah …
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Malia Byrtus: Camera Trapper | Path of the Panther | Episode 88
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This week we're sitting down with Malia Byrtus, a conservationist and story teller who's deeply involved with the fight to protect Florida's wild panther population! She's an experienced camera trapper, using motion-triggered cameras in the woods to study the secret habits of these elusive and beautiful animals. She and her collaborators have produ…
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Nicole Ujita | Wetland Water Supply | Episode 87
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This week we're interviewing Nicole Ujita, the Education Director for the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center in Combine, Texas! The JBS Wetland Center is a 1800 acre manmade wetland that pulls from the Trinity River, removing sediment and excess nutrients from the water and creating clean drinking water for the booming population of Central Texas! Li…
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Mattie Mead: Hempitecture | Fibers of the Future | Episode 86
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In this informative episode we sit down with Mattie Mead, the CEO and Founder of Hempitecture! Instead of using oil based fibers, Mattie's company uses plant fiber to create construction materials like home insulation or concrete! Listen in to hear the history behind industrial hemp, and how these incredible materials can reduce the environmental i…
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Frank Niepold: NOAA Climate Educator | Turning Education into Action | Episode 85
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This week we sit down with Frank Niepold, the Senior Climate Education Program Coordinator and Manager at NOAA's Climate Program Office! That's a long title to say that Frank collaborates with organizations and NOAA offices all across the country to get engaging and cutting edge climate education activities into the hands of educators. He believes …
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Daniel Curry: Range Rider | Wolves, Ranchers, and Cattle | Episode 84
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As western wolf populations continue to grow, so too does the number of livestock being predated upon by those wolves. That's where Daniel Curry comes in! He spends his days on horseback in the wilds of northeast Washington, minimizing interactions between cattle and reintroduced grey wolves! When he's not out range-riding he's building relationshi…
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