Since starting to produce this podcast in November 2015 all the way through May 2023, it’s been a wonderful ride to learn about gardening from so many great people. I’ve truly enjoyed interviewing and getting to know so many folks through this podcast, but all good things must end. And it is time to put […] The post Putting the Podcast Into the Com…

It's the season finale! In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Javier Fabrega from Marsh Sessions. In an episode that's a little different than most this episode dives deep into outdoors and fishing culture. Tune in to learn about fishing culture in Florida, the recent Marsh Fest event, and how we can work together with th…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Andres Sáenz and Tesa Blowey of from Toucan Rescue Ranch. Andres is the Vet Supervisor and Tesa is the Release Site Supervisor for Toucan Rescue Ranch. Tune in to hear about the new Howler Money program TRR has just recently launched, a surprise special guest, and what an animal medic…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dr. Larry Wood from the National Sea Turtle Foundation. Learn all about Dr. Wood, his journey to leading the program, and how animals can make an impact on everyone. To support Dr. Wood and National Save the Sea Turtle Foundation please visit https://savetheseaturtle.org/ Support the …

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Jordan Lerma of Cascadia Research Collective. This episode is jam packed. Talking about whether or not college educations should still be a thing in 15 years to boat yoga…and everything in between. This episode has it all. The “wild” stories part of the show will make you smile, shed …

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dení Ramírez of Whale Shark Mexico. Thank goodness for Starlink. Recording from a boat off the coast of Solomon Islands makes for one of the crazier locations a guest has recorded from. Learn about starting an NGO, Ultrasounds on whale sharks, and what life is like after 20 years in c…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Susan Inman from 100 Miles. Politicians having their pockets lined, lemur poop, and a conservation journey that goes across the U.S make this episode one not to miss. This conversation goes up the Georgia Coast to really learn what 100 Miles (an advocacy group in Georgia) does to pres…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Becca Bryan from Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge. Anyone ever feel like their personal journey could never lead them to conservation work? Our conversation with Becca proves that no matter what your route is...if you are passionate then you can be a part of conservation programs…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dr. Guy Stevens of Manta Trust. Anyone want to learn about Mantas...and talk about butt stuff? Guy is the CEO and Co-Founder of Manta Trust. We talk about his journey to becoming the CEO of Manta Trust, all of the dives he has gone on with mantas, and what comes out of a mantas butt? …

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dominica Mack and Josey Sharrad from IFAW Australia. Get ready to laugh you're a** off in this episode. This episode is a rollercoaster ride from start to finish as we discuss the current state of koalas in Australia. IFAW is incredibly involved in conserving the population of the koa…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Peter Clark of Tampa Bay Watch. Peter is the Founder of Tampa Bay Watch in Florida. In this episode we go over the programs that Peter and Tampa Bay Watch have put in place to make an impact in the local community. We also discuss the new discovery center that TBW has opened and the i…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Encar Garcia of the Jaguar Rescue Center. Encar is the Founder of the Jaguar Rescue Center in Costa Rica. In this episode we have alot of fun with our first international episode. We talk about naming the rescue center JRC (even though there are no jaguars there now), the three R's th…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Denise Peterson of Utah Mountain Lion Conservation. Denise is the founder and director of UMLC and Explore Wild Media. In this episode we go through all things trail cams. We talk about current legislation that is a potential threat to mountain lions, Denise's current projects, and ca…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Julia "Jules" Hartl from the Hawai'i Institute for Marine Biology. We officially go off the rails in this episode. Jules is a PHD student at HIMB. You might recognize her from Maui Shark Mystery on Disney+. She is focusing on the impacts of shark eco-tourism on sharks in the Hawaiian …

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Will Gough from the Marine Mammal Research Program of the University of Hawai'i. He is a post doc at MMRP and is in charge of tagging large marine animals. We talk about deploying data tags with a big a$$ stick, dog urination behavior (yep...you read that right), and remote controlled…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Shelby Thomas from Ocean Rescue Alliance. She is the CEO and Director of research for the organization. We talk about deploying artificial reefs, Ocean Rescue Alliance most recent project in Florida, and a mayor that got bit by a territorial fish. Support the show To help support the …

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Misty Niemeyer and Stacey Hedman from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW). Misty Niemeyer is the Stranding Coordinator for the Marine Mammal Rescue and Research Program and Stacey Hedman is the Director of Communications for the organizations. We talk about how dolphins g…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Bryan Legare of the Center for Coastal Studies, Bryan Legare is the man with the epic 'stache and a shark ecologist for the center for coastal studies. In this episode we go over Bryans journey through education, talk about sharks and the misconceptions about them, and fundraising for…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Justin Tramble of Tampa Bay Waterkeeper. Justin is the Executive Director of Tampa Bay Waterkeeper. In this episode we go over Tampa being declared dead in the 70's, why having clean water is so important, and the impacts that have on both the animals and community. Support the show T…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Bob Lynch of the Center for Coastal Studies. Bob is the Rescue Operations Manager for the Center of Coastal Studies Provincetown. Bob is one of the few level 5 disentanglement specialists in the world. What does that mean? We wanted to know the same thing.. We discuss his path to beco…

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nancy Lawson (@humanegardener) A few announcements: I’m going to take an extended break from the podcast, which you’ve probably already thought was going on based on how sporadic episodes have been lately. I’ve lost my zest for the podcast and thought I might power through but […] The post Wildscape | Na…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dr. Iain Kerr. Dr. Kerr is the CEO of Ocean Alliance and the founder of Snot Bot. We talk about how Earth is really "Planet Ocean", how difficult it could be to get a whale to pee in a cup, and breaking the mold and using technology for research. Hope you are ready to takeoff drone st…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Teresa Whipple ("The Bear Lady") of Ursa Major Training and Consulting. We talk about everything and anything bears. From bear dialects to bears watching you go to the bathroom. This episode truly goes off the rails. Support the show To help support the show or be in the know for all …

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Dr. Claire Lacey from the Marine Mammal Research Program of the University of Hawaii. We talk about growing up in the U.K., life on board a research vessel, and dolphin sex. Support the show To help support the show or be in the know for all things Wildscape see the links below: https…

In this episode co-hosts Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde meet with Maria Harvey of Hawaii Uncharted Research Collective. We catch up on H.U.R.C. updates since our last meeting when our team filmed an episode of the Wildscape Production's show Shoreline Stories. We talk about riding whale sharks, classic pranks, and whale shark poop tornados. Support …

Welcome to Wild & Unprotected hosted by Ethan Leaman and Koji Sumalde. This podcast is about conservation and the people that run the organizations...but it's not your normal nature show. We let our guests tell the fun, crazy, and outright wild stories from their time in conservation. So get ready to laugh and enjoy the show! Support the show To he…

Picture a pile of symbols, then think about hallways and doors. Consider this to be a metaphorical set-up. What's your next big decision? Here, you’re in a hallway—you go through a door. Opening music by Chip Barrow. ©2023 Gail Conrad. All rights reserved. Gail Conrad, founder of Wildscape Innovation Lab, spotlights our stupendous inner resources: …

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Texas Land Conservancy (@texaslandconservancy) My guest today is Amy Martin, a writer and researcher from Dallas who is currently compiling a biography on Texas environmentalist Ned Fritz. Now, you may be asking, who the heck is Ned Fritz? And I was right there with you up […] The post Ned Fritz’s Texas …

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monarch Gardens, Benjamin Vogt (@monarchgardensbenjaminvogt) Way back in 2018 I had today’s guest on to talk about his book, A New Garden Ethic. Today Benjamin Vogt is back on the podcast to talk about his latest book, Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design. A […] The post Get Your Prairie …

Photos courtesy and copyright of Michelle Lay Today’s guest is Michelle Lay, a native plant gardener in Austin, Texas. Michelle and I have been Instagram acquaintances and friends over the last few years and I’ve enjoyed seeing her central Texas native plant garden evolve. Michelle has the same passion for conversation and protection of the […] The…

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bonnie (@bonntany) Happy 2023 everyone! Spring is trying to spring here but like every year in Texas we brace ourselves for a surprise freeze in February, so I’m not getting too antsy about the growing season yet. But almost! Today’s episode is a fun one and […] The post Herbariums, Botanizing New Jersey…

I’m a voracious reader and read anything from paper books to kindle books and listen to my share of audiobooks. Rather than list the abundant garden and natural history books I read this year I summarized my two favorites in this podcast: Saving the Wild South by Georgann Eubanks and The Natural Habitat Garden by […] The post My Top 2 Garden & Natu…

This episode is more or less a recording of a blog post I wrote a few weeks ago regarding the stark divide in native plant media versus what is available for sale in the nursery industry. A summary of the issues… The Issues at Hand A diverse and locally native plant landscape for the home […] The post Just Give Us Some Native Milkweed! Native Plant…

View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Horticulturati (@thehorticulturati) Today’s episode is one I have been wanting to make for quite a while and I’m glad it finally happened—an interview with Leah Churner and Colleen Dieter from The Horticulturati, a garden and horticulture podcast based out of Austin, Texas. Leah and Colleen […] The p…

Today’s guest is Haeley Giambalvo from San Antonio, Texas. You may know her on Instagram as the person behind Native Backyards, the highly informative account that features native plants and native plant gardening advice focused on Texas. I have loved what Haeley has been doing since the very start of her account and have admired […] The post Nativ…

Ever wonder how some of the best things happen in your life? Here we touch upon the magical and the unknowable. We can only pay attention—and decide if we’ll act. Welcome to what Gail Conrad calls: The Power of Whim! Opening music by Chip Barrow. ©2022 Gail Conrad. Gail Conrad, founder of Wildscape Innovation Lab, spotlights our stupendous inner re…

Episode Transcript (more or less) Welcome to the Garden Path Podcast, Life Lessons and Conversations from the natural world. I’m your host Misti Little. Back in the 6th grade I was introduced to the world of art via an elective in middle school. I had played the oboe in the band for my first semester […] The post Nature Journaling Basics for Garden…

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Here, the title says it all, except - Will You Go To The Front Line, is not about engaging in any traditional war. Gail opens with "saying NO to a friend," then moves to the story to you. What’s at stake, and what’s the risk? Only then can you answer: How do you prepare? Opening music by Chip Barrow. ©2022 Gail Conrad. Gail Conrad, founder of Wilds…

Ti-Ti, Cyrilla racemiflora, blooming in its appropriate habitat location. A treefrog found a temporary place to rest on Lisa’s leg! Calopogon tuberosus Show Notes: Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve Facebook Group The post Volunteering with the Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve appeared first on The Garden Path Podc…

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jimmy Fike (@jimmyfike) Jimmy Fike, an Arizona based artist who recently spent more than a decade photographing North America’s Edible and Medicinal Plants, produced gorgeous photographic prints of his subjects and turned them into a beautiful coffee table book. The prints are meticulously photographed, …

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Misti Little (@oceanicwilderness) Music: Going Home by Lee Rosevere Show Notes: Concrete Beds 1 & Concrete Beds 2 The post Penstemons, Bog Gardening, and Spring Unfolding | A Garden Catchup Episode! appeared first on The Garden Path Podcast.By Misti Little

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kenny Coogan (@crittercompanionsbykennycoogan) We’re back in Florida today with my guest Kenny Coogan. Kenny is the author of the soon to be released book FLORIDA’S CARNIVOROUS PLANTS: UNDERSTANDING, IDENTIFYING, AND CULTIVATING THE STATE’S NATIVE SPECIES, Education Director of the International Carnivor…

A field of illuminated pathways. A journey where you can’t see. A point of critical choices. This is the Realm of Infinite Possibilities. You’ve been there, but—why is it so hard to remember? As Gail Conrad tells this story, you’ll recall what you chose. Opening music by Chip Barrow. ©2022 Gail Conrad. Gail Conrad, founder of Wildscape Innovation L…

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Florida Native Plant Society (@floridanativeplantsociety) Music: Going Home by Lee Rosevere Show Notes: +Florida Native Plant Society +FNPS YouTube channel The post Getting to Know the Florida Native Plant Society | Valerie Anderson appeared first on The Garden Path Podcast.…

Sara Dykman embarked on her Butterbike Tour, leaving Mexico and following the monarch migration to Canada and back to Mexico in 2017. She published Bicycling with Butterflies in 2021 which chronicles her encounters with monarchs, humans, and nature along the way. Music: Going Home by Lee Rosevere Show Notes: +Beyond A Book The post Bicycling with B…

Does anything prepare us for Peace? What if Peace, is never what we imagine it to be? What if—it's insurgent? Here Gail uses the story of a shape-shifting wall and a Power Couple to ask: How does Insurgent Peace show up for you? What might it now demand? Opening music by Chip Barrow. ©2022 Gail Conrad. Gail Conrad, founder of Wildscape Innovation L…

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gardenerd | Vegetable Gardener (@gardenerd1) Music: Going Home by Lee Rosevere Show Notes: +Gardenerd.com & Gardenerd Podcast +@gardenerd1 on Instagram +Gardenerd on Facebook +Ep. 4-5: Nerding Out on Gardening | Christy Wilhelmi on The Garden Path Podcast +Christy’s Patreon +Christy’s YouTube +Episode 19…

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