Best Ant Davis Podcasts (2024)

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Deadpool Vs Wolverine 4:21

14m ago4:21

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Today, we’re diving into the highly-anticipated showdown that’s been on every Marvel fan’s radar—Deadpool vs Wolverine, which premiered on the 26th of July. This film has set the comic book world on fire, uniting two of Marvel's most beloved antiheroes the wisecracking mercenary and the gruff mutant – in an epic battle. Buckle up, in today’s episod…

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#99: Into the Wild: Snow Leopards and Wildlife Photography with Jake Davis 54:39

41m ago54:39

54:39

Have you ever watched Planet Earth and wondered how they get that amazing footage of elusive and wild animals? Get ready to learn about that and much more. Wildlife photographer Jake Davis shares his incredible journey from a 10-year-old with a disposable camera to capturing stunning footage for Planet Earth. Jake dives into the challenges and triu…

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Joro Spiders: Should You Be Concerned? And more Astounding Spiders with Dr. Sarah Rose 1:24:07

19d ago1:24:07

1:24:07

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 tur…

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#98: Ocean’s Green Giants: The Vital Role of Kelp with Tristin Anoush McHugh 1:03:13

1M ago1:03:13

1:03:13

The ocean’s surface is a bit like the cover of a book. We have a title - the ocean - which gives us a hint about what it is. And we probably have some preconceived ideas about it based on the cover graphics or author. But we can’t see inside to truly understand the stories it wants to tell. One of those stories is about a forest - yes, an underwate…

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Bodkin trivia: 6 lesser-known facts about the quirky Netflix thriller series 5:28

2M ago5:28

5:28

Netflix's latest series, Bodkin is a quirky series that takes a refreshing spin on the true-crime podcast phenomenon, akin to Only Murders in the Building, but with a distinctive Irish twist. Produced by Higher Ground, the production company founded by none other than Barack and Michelle Obama, Bodkin stars Will Forte as Gilbert Power, an upbeat Am…

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#97: How to Love a Forest with Ethan Tapper 1:10:19

2M ago1:10:19

1:10:19

Forestry is incredibly interesting and important, and it really speaks to me personally, because it’s one of these fields that is inherently interdisciplinary. You have to understand how things relate and connect to create a healthy, sustainable system. But traditionally, forestry was all about resource extraction, which often is done at the expens…

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A Mad Max Saga – 6 lesser-known facts about George Miller’s post-apocalyptic action thriller 4:06

2M ago4:06

4:06

Legendary Australian filmmaker George Miller is back with his latest entry to the iconic Mad Max franchise – Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The action-thriller stars Anya Taylor-Joy as the titular character, with Chris Hemsworth playing the villain Dementus. Just going by the trailer, one is assured that the film promises groundbreaking action sequences,…

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The Fall Guy: 6 lesser-known facts about the action film starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt 4:03

2M ago4:03

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Barbie star Ryan Gosling and Oppenheimer star Emily Blunt unite for David Leictch’s action comedy film The Fall Guy. The plot follows a retired stuntman named Colt Seavers, who returns to work when the lead actor of a film goes missing. Colt decides to investigate the mystery of the disappearance, but soon becomes caught in the web of a dark conspi…

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Introducing... Powerplay: The House of Don King 35:29

3M ago35:29

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Steve Bunce and Lennox Lewis on one of the most recognisable and enduring figures in sport, Boxing promoter Don King, with contributions from rivals, law enforcers and fightersBy BBC Radio 5 Live

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#96: From Rattles to Kings: Unraveling the Secrets of Snakes With Dr. Emily Taylor 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

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Snakes are the perfect topic for Nature’s Archive. They are often over-generalized to fit a worst-case stereotype, but they are critically important to our food webs and ecosystems. And like so much of what we discuss, once you start learning just a bit about them, you see how amazing and diverse they are. And there are few better suited to guide u…

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Shōgun: 6 lesser-known facts about the critically-acclaimed TV show 3:55

3M ago3:55

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The Shōgun series finale premiered this week. The FX original series garnered universal acclaim for its compelling story, gripping performances, and captivating exploration of Feudal Japan. Fans of the series have called it Game of Thrones meets Ghost of Tsushima and some even feel that it could go on to be the best TV show of 2024! All 10 episodes…

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Baby Reindeer: Lesser-known facts about Richard Gadd’s hit Netflix series 3:36

3M ago3:36

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The hit Netflix series Baby Reindeer is an intimate exploration of Scottish comedian, writer, and actor Richard Gadd's real-life experience with a stalker. The revealing show delves into the complexities of obsession, power dynamics, and personal boundaries as Gadd turns to the most unsettling period of his life. The series has garnered praise for …

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Monkey Man: 6 lesser-known facts about Dev Patel’s action thriller 3:38

3M ago3:38

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British-Indian actor Dev Patel makes his directorial debut in the action thriller Monkey Man. Patel, who is best known for films such as Hotel Mumbai, The Green Knight, Lion, and the multiple-Oscar winner Slumdog Millionaire, plays the lead in this film, which is being described by some as “John Wick in Mumbai”. The film garnered praise from critic…

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#95: The Rare 2024 Cicada Double Emergence with Dr. Chris Simon 1:07:43

3M ago1:07:43

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2024 is going to be another year of the cicada, with the emergence of two periodical cicada groups, or broods (Brood XIII and Brood XIX), at the same time, roughly in late April to early May. Now, throughout much of the world, cicadas serenade us in summer afternoons - you might be familiar with that, and wonder “what’s the big deal”. But in a few …

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Civil War: 6 lesser-known facts about Alex Garland’s dystopian thriller 3:08

3M ago3:08

3:08

Acclaimed British filmmaker and novelist Alex Garland, who is best known for Ex Machina and Annihilation, has returned with his latest passion project – the dystopian thriller Civil War. The film is set in the near future when the United States is grappling with a new civil war. The film has garnered critical acclaim after it premiered in the US on…

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Fallout: 6 lesser-known facts about Prime Video’s acclaimed video-game adaptation 3:58

3M ago3:58

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Amazon Prime Video’s attempts to release a compelling video game adaptation like Netflix’s Arcane and HBO’s The Last of Us, have been successful with the release of Fallout. The post-apocalyptic series set in a retro-futuristic alternate history Earth has garnered immense praise from critics. It offers a gripping narrative, wrapped in humour, viole…

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#94: Secrets of the Octopus with Sy Montgomery and Warren Carlyle 1:00:35

3M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

When it comes to understanding nature, it often seems like the ocean surface - that undulating reflective layer of water - is more like an impenetrable curtain than just a layer of water. There is just so much we don’t know about, and are too quick to dismiss, all because we can’t easily observe what’s going on down there. Thankfully, octopuses are…

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#93: Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant - Carnivore Ecology, Wild Life, and Environmental Justice 41:39

4M ago41:39

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My guest today is Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant. Dr. Wynn-Grant is the co-host of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, is a wildlife ecologist and affiliated researcher at the UC Santa Barbara Bren School of Environmental and Science Management. She’s also an author, with her new memoir entitled “Wild Life” coming out on April 2. Today we discuss Dr. Wynn-Grant’s …

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#92: Secrets of Beautifully Fuzzy Velvet Ants with Dr. Joseph Wilson (and a bit about native bees, too!) 1:09:40

4M ago1:09:40

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Have you ever seen a fuzzy looking ant? Maybe it looked like a little pipe cleaner with fuzzy red or yellow hair? If so, you probably saw a velvet ant. And here’s the thing - it’s not even an ant at all. They’re wingless wasps, and they often turn up along hiking trails, roadsides, and sometimes even in your backyard! And if you haven’t seen one, h…

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Dune: Part Two: 6 lesser-known facts about the sci-fi blockbuster 3:37

5M ago3:37

3:37

Dune: Part Two, the sequel to Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi space epic is releasing in theatres this week amidst much hype and excitement. Featuring a star-studded ensemble, led by Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, the film has garnered significant praise after its World Premiere in London a fortnight ago. Some critics have likened the adaptation of Frank…

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#91: Examining Tree Physiology with Dr. Lucy Kerhoulas: Insights into Drought Adaptation and the Carbon Smoking Gun 1:01:23

5M ago1:01:23

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In nature, tree physiology is like the engine that keeps forests running smoothly, similar to how human physiology keeps our bodies going. Just as we study how our bodies' metabolism, respiratory systems, and other systems work to keep us healthy, biologists can look at tree physiology to understand how trees grow, use energy, and cope with challen…

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6 lesser-known facts about Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender 3:11

5M ago3:11

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The highly-anticipated live-action adaptation of the acclaimed animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender, has been released on Netflix. While fans appear to be divided on some of the creative choices, the series is set to top Netflix’s popularity charts this weekend. So for today’s Now You Know podcast, we take a look at six lesser-known facts ab…

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#90: From Invasive Species to Allergenic Pollen with Allasandra Valdez (The Happy Botanist Podcast) and Dr. Daniel Katz 1:07:36

5M ago1:07:36

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You’re in for a treat today - it’s like two episodes in one. My guest today is Allasandra Valdez, a botanist working on her PhD in plant physiology in Cornell University’s Ecology and Evolutionary Biology department. Allasandra also has a background studying invasive species, and is the creator and host of The Happy Botanist podcast. Today’s wide-r…

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Anatomy of a Fall: 6 lesser-known facts about the Oscar-nominated film 2:53

5M ago2:53

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The French film Anatomy of a Fall has received several nominations at the Oscars this year, including Best Picture and Best Director. Helmed by Justine Triet, the film tells the story of a woman who is accused of murdering her husband, and their blind son being the only witness. The film has garnered significant praise for its gripping narrative, c…

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#89: Burning Questions: Understanding Fire Management with Lenya Quinn-Davidson 1:14:35

6M ago1:14:35

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Many of you might recall the dramatic 2020 fire season in the western USA. In California alone, close to 4 million acres burned. Cities were clouded with smoke and unhealthy air for many weeks. I had ash fall at my home in San Jose, CA on several occasions. But did you know that based on pre-colonial historical estimates, 4 million acres burned wou…

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#88: BLM Unveiled: A Journey with Josh Jackson into our Forgotten Lands 1:05:13

7M ago1:05:13

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I bet you’ve heard of the National Park Service. Or the US Forest Service which manages all of our National Forests. But did you know that there is another land management agency that manages more public land than either the National Parks or National Forests? This overlooked agency is the Bureau of Land Management, or BLM. Josh Jackson has become …

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#87: California Condors with Tiana Williams-Claussen (Golden State Naturalist Crossover!) 1:16:53

7M ago1:16:53

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Today’s episode is all about California Condors with Tiana Williams-Claussen, the director of the Yurok Tribe’s wildlife department. This episode is actually from my friend Michelle Fullner of the Golden State Naturalist podcast. If you don’t know Golden State Naturalist, I think this episode is pretty indicative of Michelle’s work. She travels aro…

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#86: Double Feature! The Yard of the Future and We Live in a 10% World 57:20

7M ago57:20

57:20

Double the nature content in the same amount of time as a typical Nature's Archive? Well, I think we've come close today, and no, we're not playing an interview at double speed. Here's your chance to hear two episodes of the Jumpstart Nature podcast from our pilot season, covering the topics of treating your yard like a habitat (The Yard of the Fut…

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#85: Life After Dark (Nocturnalia!) with Charles Hood and Dr. José Martínez-Fonseca 1:04:52

8M ago1:04:52

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Let’s dive into the enchanting world of hidden wonders that come to life after dark! Our guests today are Charles Hood and José Martínez-Fonseca, authors of the new book “Nocturnalia: Nighttime Life of the Western USA" from Heyday Books. Charles is an author, poet, birder, and world traveler, and as you’ll hear, an exceptional naturalist, too. Jose…

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6 lesser-known facts about the Vijay film 3:27

8M ago3:27

3:27

Leo: Bloody Sweet, the third installment of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, stars Tamil superstar Vijay -: the titular star Leo. The film revolves around Parthiban, a simplistic cafe owner in Kashmir who has dedicated his life to rescuing injured animals. As the film progresses, the mild-mannered protagonist becomes…

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#84: Dr. Marshall Shepherd - Weather is Your Mood, Climate is Your Personality 1:01:35

8M ago1:01:35

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Weather is like your mood, and climate is like your personality. Those are the words of today’s guest, Dr. Marshall Shepherd (Twitter, Facebook and Instagram). Despite the clear differences between these two concepts, there are many topics of confusion that persist. For example, is El Nino, which we discussed a few weeks ago on this podcast, a clim…

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6 lesser-known facts about the new Marvel film starring Brie Larson 4:33

9M ago4:33

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As the Marvel Cinematic Universe enters Phase Five, the recently-released superhero film, a sequel to Captain Marvel and the 33rd film in the MCU has opened to divided reviews. The Marvels features three female superheroes with complementary abilities – Captain Marvel, Monica Rambeau, and Ms Marvel. The film stars Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris and Im…

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6 lesser-known facts about Netflix's popular sci-fi anime that's making waves 3:52

8M ago3:52

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Acclaimed Japanese Mangaka Naoki Urasawa’s beloved manga series PLUTO received an anime adaptation produced by Genco, which premiered on Netflix on October 26, 2023. The series is inspired by Astro Boy, one of the pioneering works in the history of Japanese manga and anime by Osamu Tezuka. The series follows Gesicht, an AI detective who attempts to…

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#83: If Trees Could Talk with Dr. Grant Harley 1:03:14

9M ago1:03:14

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There are living trees in the United States that are approaching 5000 years old - and I’m not talking about trees that clone (I’m looking at you, aspen). Imagine if those trees could talk! Well, in a way, they can! That’s where dendrochronologists like Dr. Grant Harley come in. And it turns out that the science of dendrochronology is so much more f…

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#82: Amanda Monthei - Life with Fire 1:01:46

9M ago1:01:46

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As you all know, I find wildfire to be fascinating. It’s complex, simultaneously necessary and at times devastating, and wildly misunderstood. And the landscape of fire is rapidly changing - literally and figuratively. So, I hope to continue to bring a variety of voices and perspectives on wildfire - including today. Have you ever wondered what it …

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6 lesser-known facts about the Leonardo DiCaprio & Martin Scorsese film 4:17

9M ago4:17

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Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon starring Leonardo DiCaprio is finally releasing in theatres in India on 20th October 2023. The film is based on the book by David Grann and narrates the true story of the murders of the Native American tribe, Osage Nation after oil was discovered on their land in the 1920s. It is amon…

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6 lesser-known facts about Mike Flanagan’s Netflix horror series 4:18

9M ago4:18

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Acclaimed horror filmmaker Mike Flanagan is set to release his latest Netflix series titled, The Fall of the House of Usher. The TV show is adapted from Edgar Allan Poe’s eponymous short story, and stars Bruce Greenwood, Carla Gugino, Mary McDonell, Rahul Kohli, Kate Siegel, Zach Gilford, and Mark Hamil among others. It tells the story of twins Rod…

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#81: Dr. Emma Greig - From Fairywrens to FeederWatch 1:01:56

10M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

Dr. Emma Greig is a behavioral ecologist who has been leading Project FeederWatch, a multi-decade community science effort led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Birds Canada. Today's discussion could be broadly characterized as "how to take care of the birds that visit your yard" - and you might be surprised at some of the recommendations. Our …

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#80: El Niño (ENSO) and Ocean Temperatures 50:23

10M ago50:23

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Have you heard of El Niño? Some people call it the single biggest influence on winter weather in North America. But what is it, and how does it work? And we're in an El Niño event this year, and it's going to affect our weather (and ecology!) There is always much confusion about El Niño, what it is, why it occurs, and how it might alter our weather…

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Bad Bad Bad Bears 41:26

11M ago41:26

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- Where do the Bears go from here?- Who or what are the main problems?- Fields just might not be the guyBy Kenneth Davis

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#79: Pollinator Friendly Yards with Leslie Inman 42:41

11M ago42:41

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Subscribe to the Jumpstart Nature Podcast! I started Nature’s Archive podcast in an effort to understand the stories of people making a difference for the environment. I needed to be inspired, wanted to learn how they did it, and share that inspiration and knowledge with anyone willing to listen. While we haven’t strayed too far from those initial …

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One Piece: 6 Lesser-known facts about the live-action Netflix adaptation 3:54

10M ago3:54

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The live-action adaptation of the hit manga and anime series One Piece premiered on Netflix last week. Much to the delight of its faithful fans the series received plaudits, unlike previous anime adaptations such as Death Note and Cowboy Bebop which received divided reviews. The live-action tale of Luffy and the Straw Hat pirates offers a compellin…

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Concert Season In Full Gear 43:28

11M ago43:28

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10:15 King Kendrick21:35 Janet Jackson25:50 Digable Planets28:42 Patti Labelle32:04 Queen Beyoncé38:49 Grateful Dead but really John Mayer42:42 Tony! Toni! Toné!By Kenneth Davis

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#78: Pirates, Trophy Fish, and Shifting Baselines: Unveiling Ecological Mysteries With Dr. Loren McClenachan 48:25

11M ago48:25

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Subscribe to the Jumpstart Nature Podcast! Ever wondered how scientists unravel the ecological mysteries of bygone eras, long before systematic record-keeping? Believe it or not, one part of the answer is in pirate journals. And no, I'm not joking. Today, I have the privilege of hosting Dr. Loren McClenachan, an Associate Professor of Environmental…

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Big Changes Made On The South Side 36:03

11M ago36:03

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White Sox relieve Kenny Williams and Rick Hahn from their duties- Who should the White Sox be looking at to replace Kenny/Rick?- Big blow to the MLB losing some of Shohei Ohtani's arsenal, but will the Angels cash in?By Kenneth Davis

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6 lesser-known facts about the biographical sports drama 3:22

11M ago3:22

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The highly anticipated Neill Blomkamp sports drama Gran Turismo is set to release in India this weekend on the 25th of August. The film stars Archie Madekwe in the lead, with David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, and Geri Halliwell essaying pivotal characters in these high-octane motorsports drama. For this episode of Now You Know, we take a look at six le…

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Pickles and Milk 14:26

12M ago14:26

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In this very belated broadcast, Davis and Paulie get together to talk about what's wrong with the youth of today. They also talk about what's wrong with the elderly of today. No age is safe, and neither are Davis or Paulie. Message me, Marty, with any ideas you have to up my pickleball game, at purgatorynewsonline@gmail.com send comments and questi…

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Life Of Ryan Scene 3 Take 7....Action 37:26

12M ago37:26

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Talking a little bit of Ryan and Las Vegas adventures as well as Dating in generalBy Kenneth Davis

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#77: Unraveling the Secrets of Road Ecology with Ben Goldfarb 58:52

12M ago58:52

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Subscribe to the Jumpstart Nature Podcast! It's hard to imagine a time without roads that connect us, facilitate commerce, allow us to reach hospital schools, family, and friends. And in plain sight, they grow in width, link density and traffic volume slowly and continually. Amidst to the sprawling network that shapes our lives. There's a realm oft…

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#76: Nature Unleashed: Inspiring Passion for Nature with Griff Griffith 1:00:24

12M ago1:00:24

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Subscribe to the Jumpstart Nature Podcast! Griff Griffith is former host of Animal Planet’s Wild Jobs, current spokesperson for Redwoods Rising, and he’s a volunteer for Jumpstart Nature. Griff has dedicated his career to honing his expertise in effectively communicating and motivating people to care about the environment. From the youth he led in …

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