Podcast Episodes

76 - What Makes a Park “National”?

Episode 76

How Parks Become (and Stop Being) National Parks

In this episode, I explore how parks are designated as national parks and the lesser-known reality that they can actually lose that title. From the le…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

75 - The Great Great Lakes

Episode 75

In this episode, we explore what makes the Great Lakes so much more than just large bodies of water. From their incredible size and geological origins to their ecological richness and historical impa…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

74 - Pluto: Little Planet, Big Drama

Episode 74

In this episode, I take you on a journey beyond Neptune to unravel the mystery and controversy surrounding Pluto. Once hailed as the ninth planet, Pluto's status has undergone dramatic changes that h…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

73 - The Biggest Trees

Episode 73

In this episode, I take you on a journey through some of the largest and most awe-inspiring trees on Earth. From the towering coastal redwoods of Northern California to the massive sequoias of Yosemi…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

72 - Corn Sweats? What Else Affects Weather Than Just Weather?

Episode 72

In this episode, I explore the fascinating ways that local environments shape the weather we experience daily. While most people think of weather as something driven by large systems like cold fronts…

Published on 3 months ago

71 - From Ice to Fire: What Makes Comets So Cool

Episode 71

This episode takes listeners on a journey through space to explore the wonders of comets—what they are, how they form, and why they’re worth watching. With a new comet expected to make a close pass i…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

70 - Composting Renews

Episode 69

This episode explores the value and practical benefits of composting. From reducing household waste to enriching the soil naturally, composting is a simple yet powerful way to participate in the eart…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

69 - Discovering the Wetlands Around Us

Episode 69

69 - Discovering the Wetlands Around Us

In this episode, I explore one of the most underrated landscapes in nature: wetlands. At first, marshes, swamps, bogs, and fens might seem like little more tha…

Published on 4 months ago

68 - Backyard Ants: What’s Really Going On Under Your Feet?

Episode 68

68 - Backyard Ants: What’s Really Going On Under Your Feet?

This episode takes a closer look at the bustling and complex world of backyard ants. Sparked by a simple camping observation, the episode e…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

67 - Identify Nature with Tech

Episode 67

This episode explores the power of using mobile apps to enhance experiences in the natural world. Whether identifying a strange bug in the backyard, figuring out if a plant is poison ivy while campin…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago