Best Jumpstart Nature Podcasts (2024)

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How to Protect Your Brain + Body from Stress 1:14:02

2d ago1:14:02

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Watch on YouTube! Watch the Show and Subscribe at @ToxicFreeWithKB In this episode host KB welcomes Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo, a clinical psychologist, author, and coach. They delve into the impact of stress on health, defining happiness, and effective stress-management techniques. Dr. Lombardo provides insights from her book 'Getting Out of the Red Z…

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

41m ago54:39

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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

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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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Building a Healthier Future: The Top Foods to Eat to Beat Disease 1:14:58

1M ago1:14:58

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In this episode KB interviews Oliver English, co-founder of Common Table Creative, on transforming the food system and its global impact. In this conversation you will discover the importance of organic and regenerative practices, along with the interconnectedness of food systems. Gain inspiration from Oliver's journey and the 'Feeding Tomorrow' do…

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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

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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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The Money Expert: How To Become Rich While Feeling Abundant & Happy 1:06:14

2M ago1:06:14

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In this compelling episode of 'Toxic Free with KB,' KB and seasoned wealth manager Seth Streeter dive deep into the multifaceted relationship between money, happiness, and self-worth. They explore whether wealth truly contributes to happiness, referencing significant studies and sharing personal stories that highlight the pitfalls of wealth obsessi…

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The Biology to Better Sex with Dr. Clare Bertucio 1:25:07

2M ago1:25:07

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We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Clare Bertucio, a radiation oncologist and CEO of Medicine Mama to the show! In this episode, KB and Dr. Clare dive deep into the significance of living a toxic-free lifestyle, covering essential topics such as reducing exposure to processed foods, pesticides, and harmful products. But this conversation goes further w…

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

2M ago1:10:19

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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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#7: Don't Be a Birdnapper! (Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Help Wildlife) 31:19

2M ago31:19

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Send us a Text Message. Many well meaning people, seeking to help wildlife, mistakenly become a birdnapper. Or a turtlenapper. Or even a bunnynapper. And it's all too easy to mistakenly harm an animal that you might think is distressed or in trouble. Do you know what to do if you see a bird on the ground? Or a turtle in the road? Or newborn bunnies…

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Your Jumpstart to Breaking Free from Toxic Habits without the Overwhelm! 45:36

3M ago45:36

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WATCH this episode on YouTube! YouTube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB In this episode of 'Toxic Free with KB,' host Kate Middleton, also known as KB, explores personal toxic habits and how to overcome them. She shares her own experiences with toxic patterns, including self-criticism, people-pleasing, and the effects of narcissism in her home growing up. In t…

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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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#6: Cicadas: Unexpected Ambassadors of Biodiversity 29:30

3M ago29:30

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Send us a Text Message. Periodical cicadas are amazing animals - they spend nearly 13 or 17 years underground, and all decide, together, to come out and party in your trees at the same time. They are loud, and perhaps you think they are annoying. But they are one of the most accessible demonstrations of nature's abundance that still occurs. But cic…

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The Hormone Expert Reveals How To Balance Your Hormones Naturally, Now! | Dr. Taz 54:37

3M ago54:37

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WATCH this episode on YouTube! YouTube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Taz. In this episode we dive deeper into hormones and their effect on the body. This discussion dives into the impact of androgens and hormones like testosterone and DHEA on the body, the importance of gut health and reducing inflammation for …

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#5: Every Observation a Discovery: How iNaturalist Changes Lives and Changes Science 20:23

3M ago20:23

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever seen a bird or a tree, and wondered what it is? Why did that bird show up here? How come I've never seen that tree anywhere else? Just a few years ago, you'd need to consult an expert or spend loads of time reviewing field guides and natural history books to get those answers. Today, the answers are at your fin…

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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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THIS is How You Can Heal your Body by Mastering Your Hormones with Dr. Taz - Part 1 42:17

4M ago42:17

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WATCH this episode on YouTube! YouTube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB In Part 1 of this groundbreaking episode, KB and Dr. Taz explore the intricate relationship between hormones, lifestyle habits, and overall health. By incorporating both Eastern and Western medical philosophies, this episode sheds light on how androgens, known as 'dirty hormones', and life…

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

3M ago1:00:35

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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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Detoxify your life: Roadmap to Toxin-Free Living w/Jenna Hua 1:30:00

4M ago1:30:00

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WATCH this episode on YouTube! YouTube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB Learn to detoxify your life in this powerful episode featuring Jenna Hua. In this episode we uncover the secrets to minimizing toxic exposure in your everyday life. From actionable tips for embracing a low-toxin lifestyle to the crucial role of wholesome nutrition choices, prepare to be em…

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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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Navigating Life’s Transitions: From Olympic Athlete to Personal Growth w/ Kami Craig 1:36:55

5M ago1:36:55

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WATCH this episode on YouTube! YouTube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB In this episode, KB chats with Kami Craig, a star from the US Women's Olympic Water Polo Team, uncovering the realities of life beyond the game. From battling self-identity crises to conquering negative self-talk, we delve deep into post-athletic challenges. But we don't stop at struggles.…

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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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Identifying and Breaking Free from Toxicity in Everyday Life 37:23

5M ago37:23

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WATCH this episode on YouTube! YouTube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB In this solo episode of 'Toxic Free with KB', KB delves into the topic of toxicity in different areas of daily life. She begins with defining toxicity and the potential dangers it presents, then offers practical tools, including the importance of establishing healthy boundaries with onesel…

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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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Jumpstart Bonus: Dr. Doug Tallamy - The Nature of Oaks 1:07:20

6M ago1:07:20

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Send us a Text Message. Jumpstart Nature's next season is making great progress, but it's still a few weeks away. So we decided to share one of our top episodes from our sister podcast, Nature's Archive. It's with Dr. Doug Tallamy, the world renowned author, entomologist, native plant advocate, and co-founder of Homegrown National Park (instagram).…

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Deconstructing SEXUALITY: Dr. Viviana Coles on Fostering HEALTHY Sexual RELATIONSHIPS and INTIMACY 51:57

6M ago51:57

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WATCH this episode on YouTube! YouTube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB In this episode of 'Toxic Free with KB', family therapist and sex expert Dr. Viviana Coles shares important insights about healthy intimacy and sexuality in relationships. Topics discussed include the role of open communication, healthy boundaries, and playfulness in fostering a healthy se…

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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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Welcome to Toxic Free with KB 1:48

6M ago1:48

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Welcome to Toxic Free with KB, the podcast where Host "KB," a Toxic Free Lifestyle Advisor, takes you on a transformative journey to enhance your health, well-being, and lifestyle. Join KB in engaging conversations with experts as they guide you towards a toxic-free life. Discover valuable insights on achieving a healthy body, a clear mind, a nouri…

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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

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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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#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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The Confluence of Hope and Action (Bonus Episode) 36:02

9M ago36:02

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Send us a Text Message. Please Join the Jumpstart Nature Patreon to support creation of future episodes Our pilot season is over, but Griff Griffith and Michael Hawk have more great nature knowledge to share! Today's episode answers your questions about the Jumpstart Nature episodes we've already published and gives you an exciting peak into what c…

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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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#4: We Live in a 10% World 26:46

9M ago26:46

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Send us a Text Message. What is "normal" or even "natural" in nature? In a world where everything is constantly changing, the human desire to define things as "normal" has broad implications on how we see the world, and how we choose to conserve it (or not conserve it!). This desire to establish a personal "normal" leads to a quirk of psychology ca…

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#3: The Age of Connectivity 31:42

10M ago31:42

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Send us a Text Message. Human society is more connected than ever. Between mobile phones and internet applications, we can connect with each other instantaneously, around the globe. And more traditionally, the United States alone is home to nearly 4 million miles of roads, structures which, for many of us, have only served to enhance our sense of c…

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#2: Plant Your Birdfeeder 19:39

10M ago19:39

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Send us a Text Message. Feeding birds is a cherished nature pastime in the United States, the UK, and Canada. It brings the wonders of the wild right to our backyards, allowing us to marvel at the beauty and behaviors of our feathered friends up close. Plus, there's the satisfaction of knowing we're contributing to wildlife's well-being! But have y…

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

10M ago1:01:56

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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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#1: The Yard of the Future 27:30

10M ago27:30

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Send us a Text Message. Without noticing, homeowners across the country have destroyed habitat covering an area the size of New England or Florida. As bad as that sounds, it actually gets worse. But we can easily fix this problem - and it actually saves you time and money. With the help from Dr. Doug Tallamy, Mary Phillips, and Leslie Inman, Griff …

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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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#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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#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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Episode 274 : HELLO - GOODBYE ... For now. 8:40

11M ago8:40

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On this Episode, number 274, of the “Just Bein’ Honest Podcast”, I am saying, "HELLO + GOODBYE"...Why? Am I coming back? Wait, what's going on here?!!?!! I have something amazing to share with you about why I am stepping away from the JBH Podcast - new chapters are on the rise. I cannot wait to share my evolution of life along with you all. Please,…

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Get Ready for Jumpstart Nature! 1:54

12M ago1:54

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Send us a Text Message. Prepare to shatter preconceptions and debunk myths about the world around us, all while uncovering the astonishing truths hidden within nature and climate. Embark on a transformative journey with Jumpstart Nature, an innovative podcast that melds captivating storytelling with cutting-edge science. Join your guide, Griff Grif…

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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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Episode 273 : ERIC ROBERTS : How to prevent Toxic lifestyle patterns through Astrology. 42:19

12M ago42:19

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On this Episode, number 273, of the “Just Bein’ Honest Podcast”, we get to hear the inside scoop to all things astrology + what makes your individual self truly unique! Eric Roberts is an Alignment Coach and the founder of The Unlock Method, a uniquely designed system for looking at and analyzing your own personal Life Blueprint (in other words, yo…

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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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Episode 272 : DR. ANDREA GRAYSON : Why Sugar is seductive, dangerous and hard to quit + How to walk away. 36:37

12M ago36:37

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On this Episode, number 272, of the “Just Bein’ Honest Podcast”, we are dropping the sweets + talking all about SUGAR! Dr. Andrea Grayson is a behavior change communications consultant who teaches about Public Health Communications in the Master of Public Health Program in the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. Her life change…

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