Best Influence Ecology Podcasts (2025)

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The Significance Of Living On A Journey 19:52

3h ago19:52

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Oases are places where water miraculously springs up and greenery spreads across the vast, dry desert, which is a harsh environment for any living thing. Just the arrangement of the letters, the sound and resonance of the word “ou-éi-si-s" somehow... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a…

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The Trinity In Folklore Is A Resistance Force For Survival 17:53

18h ago17:53

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Many people may know it from Yakuza movies, but in scenes where rival factions kill each other during a conflict, "killing" is expressed as " Tama wo toru.” Tama is Tamashii, so it means "to take away one's soul.” The... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a translation function so it ca…

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70/30: Flipping the Construction Cost Equation with Benjamin Urban 42:32

1d ago42:32

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In this episode of SPACES, Benjamin Urban, CEO of DIRTT highlights everything you need to know about industrialized construction. DIRTT, a global leader in industrialized construction for interior spaces, was recently named #1 in Manufacturing on Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, 2025. Before steering this prefab pioneer, Benjamin grew AGIL…

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The Psychological Impacts Of The Magic Hour 15:50

11h ago15:50

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The magic hour is a term referring to the twilight period that can be experienced for about several tens of minutes after sunset or before sunrise. During this time, the light... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a translation function so it can be translated into multiple languages. h…

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The Magic Of Suppressing Intolerance 21:06

12h ago21:06

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"Never forget your beginner's mind," was the phrase that Ze’ami (c1363~c1443), who perfected Noh, preached as the secret of the (performing) arts. The phrase appears in Kakyo (1402), the first volume of Fushi’kaden (1424), a treatise on the art of Noh... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it h…

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How Diets Influence Physical And Mental Health 24:58

13h ago24:58

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The word diet originates from the ancient Greek word "δίαιτα" meaning lifestyle or way of life. Later, it was transferred to the medieval Latin word dieta, meaning daily work or amount of food, and the French word diete meaning food... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a translation fu…

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569: La Escombrera: Colombia's Largest Urban Mass Grave 36:48

1d ago36:48

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La Escombrera, a vast rubble pile overlooking Medellín, is considered to be Colombia’s largest urban mass grave. Its excavation this year has unearthed the remains of people whose families have been searching for them for decades. Earlier this month, it was announced that the excavation there is being expanded. Some hope that what is found in that …

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Cultural Perspectives On Aging And Karma 16:47

21h ago16:47

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In'ga-ōh-hō means that good or bad deeds in a previous life or in the past are the cause, and good or bad results are brought about in the present as retribution. The word karma is often used in this... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a translation function so it can be translated in…

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Sense Of Belonging And Views Of Life And Death 21:40

1d ago21:40

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A sense of belonging is a fundamental emotion that people have when they seek social connections. It is a structure of consciousness that is the result of a psychological process in which people internalize the goals, value system, and role... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a transl…

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Exploring Post-War Societal Construction through Godzilla 22:01

3d ago22:01

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Godzilla is a kaiju. Godzilla is a gigantic creature that spits destructive rays, is unfazed by the barrage of high-tech weaponry, and marches forward while mercilessly destroying even the most sturdy modern urban buildings and infrastructure in its path... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, i…

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Cultural Inheritance Through An Ecological Perspective 26:25

2d ago26:25

26:25

In period dramas set in the Edo period (1603-1868), the standard job of ronin (aka, masterless samurai) is, above all, reupholstering umbrellas. Many people have probably seen the scene where a ronin brushes glue onto a bamboo frame and... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a translatio…

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Psychological Insights On Disasters And Impermanence As Relief 23:41

3d ago23:41

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The word disaster is composed of dis and aster (from medieval Latin dis-astro), and refers to something bad that occurs away from a good star. The word is said to have originated from the ancient astrological belief that an unlucky... Support the show This show is brought to you by Rough Time Diary. Please visit my website, it has a translation fun…

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The Psychology Behind UFOs And Mysterious Phenomena 26:37

4d ago26:37

26:37

Mysterious phenomena are a general term for phenomena that cannot be explained by modern scientific knowledge or are scientifically irrational, including psychic phenomena, fortune telling, UFOs, and paranormal powers. Mysterious phenomena are also called supernatural phenomena, paranormal phenomena, the occult,... Support the show This show is bro…

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Navigating Trump 2.0’s AEC Shake‑Up 31:43

8d ago31:43

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In this episode of SPACES, we examine the significant policy changes affecting the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry under Trump's second administration. It highlights the chaos and uncertainty surrounding these changes, particularly in relation to sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental regulations. The episod…

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568: Coaching collaboration and solidarity in Colombia 1:01:43

9d ago1:01:43

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Heather Luna, a native of Michigan with strong ties to Colombia, spent a significant time in the UK before moving to Tabio. Since then, she has been working remotely offering consultations, consulting and workshops and showing people the value of collaboration and solidarity. Her work has embraced questions of identity - including her own -, enviro…

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Gut vs. Brain: Who’s Really In Charge? | Julia Davies & Hannah Richards 1:04:42

9d ago1:04:42

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Julia Davies is joined by gut health nutritionist Hannah Richards to explore the fascinating connection between your gut and your brain – and how the nervous system plays a crucial role in how your gut functions. From anxiety and stress to acid reflux and bloating, they unpack why your emotional health might be showing up in your digestion – and wh…

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Shared Screens, Shared Worlds: Inside the Chrono Craft 43:44

15d ago43:44

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In this episode of SPACES, Jeff Smith, Concept Creator and Designer, and Steve Petersen, Creative Director, join the show to share the innovative concept of the Chrono Craft, a mobile theater that combines augmented reality with immersive storytelling to recreate historical experiences. They discuss their backgrounds in art and technology, the chal…

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567: Early Onset Alzheimer's Investigated and Revealed in Colombia 1:25:40

16d ago1:25:40

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It's an absolute honour to welcome author Jennie Erin Smith on the Colombia Calling podcast this week to discuss her latest book in which she investigates and chronicles her six-year investigation into the phenomenon of early onset Alzheimer's in rural Colombia. Jennie speaks to Emily Hart and Richard McColl. In the 1980s, a Colombian neurologist n…

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Journal of Animal Ecology | Editor Expertise: Darren Evans 53:43

21d ago53:43

53:43

For our ‘Editor Expertise’ series, we will be meeting with each of our Senior Editors, who will share the reason they went into animal ecology, their current and future research focus, and their experience working as an editor for the Journal of Animal Ecology. Our aim is to spread awareness of their research area and give you a chance to get to kn…

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Venice Architecture Biennale (2025) 30:59

22d ago30:59

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In this episode of SPACES, Dimitrius discusses the Venice Architecture Biennale, exploring its significance, themes, and the impact it has on the architectural landscape. He highlights the theme of the 2025 exhibition, critiques the relevance and accessibility of the Biennale in general, and suggests future directions for the event to enhance its s…

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566: Peacebuilding Cannot Happen Without Security: Why the Killings of Social Leaders in Colombia Continues 1:17:49

23d ago1:17:49

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What explains selective violence against social and community leaders in the aftermath of war? Why does the killing of community and social leaders continue unabated in Colombia? This week on the Colombia Calling podcast, we look at a new academic article entitled: "Delegative peacebuilding: Explaining post-conflict selective violence," written by …

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What Psoriasis Reveals About Your Gut Health | Julia Davies & Emma Gould 1:13:06

29d ago1:13:06

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In this episode, Julia Davies is joined by nutritional therapist and psoriasis expert Emma Gould to explore the powerful connection between gut health and skin conditions - including real stories from people who’ve lived with psoriasis firsthand. Follow Julia: @juliadavies_nutritionFollow Emma: @nutritionbyemma -------------------------------------…

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Accelerating Innovation with German Aparicio Jr. 44:38

29d ago44:38

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In this episode of SPACES, Dimitrius and German Aparicio Jr. discuss Trimble's 0-60 Challenge, an accelerator program aimed at fostering innovation in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. They explore the evolution of the program, insights gained from collaborating with startups, and the structure of the challenge. The di…

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Functional Ecology | Dr Abbey Yatsko: Why are trees hollow? Termites, microbes and tree internal stem damage in a tropical savanna 31:07

30d ago31:07

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Functional Ecology author Dr Abbey Yatsko chats to Amelia Macho about her research article, 'Why are trees hollow? Termites, microbes, and tree internal stem damage in a tropical savanna'Abbey's study sought to understand how two important biotic decomposers, termites and microbes, decompose wood on the inside of living tree stems, shedding a light…

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565: A Siberian in Colombia: Hearing from the Tabiuna Rusa 1:01:56

1M ago1:01:56

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Victoria was never meant to come to Colombia, in fact, had things gone according to plan she would be in China right now. But, fate had a different path in mind for this native of a small town near to the city of Perm in Siberia, Russia. And so, on this week's Colombia Calling podcast, we hear from a Tatar far from her birthplace near to the Ural M…

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How Ecological Design is Transforming Cities with Nina-Marie Lister 37:34

1M ago37:34

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In this episode of SPACES, Professor Nina-Marie Lister discusses the intersection of ecology and design, emphasizing the importance of creating urban environments that foster connections between people and nature. She highlights the role of ecological design in architecture, the impact of urban infrastructure on wildlife, and the lessons learned fr…

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564: The Latin American Boom in Literature and "that punch" 1:02:36

1M ago1:02:36

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There's so much to say about the Latin American Boom in literature, but how can we possibly discuss it at this point in time without mentioning Mario Vargas Llosa and his recent passing. And so, as a Colombia-focused podcast, we take a look at this era and these personalities in the literary world, such as Colombia's inimitable Gabriel Garcia Marqu…

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The Revolutionary Power of Biobased Materials with Jacob Waddell 46:10

1M ago46:10

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In this episode of SPACES, Jacob Waddell from the Hemp Building Institute discusses the potential of hemp and other biobased materials in the construction industry, his journey into the field, and the challenges faced in promoting hemp as a sustainable building material. He emphasizes the importance of education, policy changes, and market understa…

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563: Tropical Diseases and Disease Ecology in Colombia 1:02:31

1M ago1:02:31

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This week we speak to Camila Gonzalez Rosas, Director and Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at Los Andes University in Bogotá and Researcher at the the Centre for Investigations into Microbiology and tropical parasitology and we discuss tropical diseases in Colombia. Nothing is off the table from chagas, malaria, dengue, leishmaniasis, zik…

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Functional Ecology | Adam Devenish: Mutualistic interactions facilitate invasive species spread 24:32

2M ago24:32

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Functional Ecology author Adam Devenish chats to Amelia Macho about his research article, 'Mutualistic interactions facilitate invasive species spread'Adam's study explored the impact of invasive Argentine ants on seed dispersal involving both native and invasive plants. Through field experiments comparing invaded and non-invaded areas, he observed…

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Redefining Campus Design with Leon Rost 43:53

2M ago43:53

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In this episode of SPACES, Dimitrius and Leon Rost, AIA, Partner at Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), examine the intricacies of higher education architecture, exploring the evolution of university buildings, the design process, and specific case studies from notable institutions. They discuss the importance of creating spaces that foster community and le…

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How Footsteps Are Powering the Future of Cities with Laurence Kemball-Cook 48:30

2M ago48:30

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In this episode of SPACES, Laurence Kemball-Cook, the award-winning Founder and CEO of Pavegen, discusses their innovative technology that generates energy from human footsteps. He shares his journey from product design to the challenges faced in developing a sustainable energy solution. The discussion covers the technical aspects of the Pavegen ti…

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562: "Exploring the Toxic Record of Colombia's Oil Giant." The BBC speaks to the Colombia Calling podcast. 1:14:07

2M ago1:14:07

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Colombian energy giant Ecopetrol has polluted hundreds of sites with oil, including water sources and biodiverse wetlands, the BBC World Service has found. However, as detailed in a new documentary produced and directed by Owen Pinnell of the BBC: "Exposing the toxic record of Colombia's oil giant | BBC World Service Documentaries,:" there are far …

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Journal of Animal Ecology | Editor Expertise: Professor Jean-Michel Gaillard 17:59

2M ago17:59

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For our ‘Editor Expertise’ series, we will be meeting with each of our Senior Editors, who will share the reason they went into animal ecology, their current and future research focus, and their experience working as an editor for the Journal of Animal Ecology. Our aim is to spread awareness of their research area and give you a chance to get to kn…

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The Role of Data in Clean Construction with Dorian Bailey 29:45

2M ago29:45

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In this episode of SPACES, we dive into the intersection of construction, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology with Dorian A. Bailey, Director of Alliances and Customer Success at Locus Technologies. With a rich background in environmental science and sustainable construction, Dorian brings over 30 years of experience in managing environment…

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561: “Silent, but so much to tell.” The mystery of Colombia’s Mummies 1:05:33

2M ago1:05:33

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In today’s episode, Emily Hart speaks to archaeologist Daniella Betancourt: the woman decoding the enigma of Colombia’s mummies. Mummification is a practice which has been carried out all over the world, from Chile to China – from the ancient Egyptian pharaohs to Vladimir Lenin and Evita Perón, and - though chronically understudied - right here in …

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560: Championing English-language books about Colombia 50:50

2M ago50:50

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Barry Max Wills, author of: "Better than Cocaine: Learning to Grow Coffee, and Live in Colombia," and Richard McColl of: "The Mompos Project: A Tale of Love, Hotels and Madness in Colombia," join editor Dan Cross on this week's Colombia Calling podcast. In a conversation that takes in the topics of culture and identity, immigrants to Colombia, writ…

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ELM Network | Episode 2: Motivation to lead with Jane K. Hill 41:54

2M ago41:54

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As part of our 'Community' series, we’re launching the Emerging Leadership Management (ELM) Network, hosted by Rob Brooker, Thorunn Helgason, and Pen Holland.This is the podcast for people who love to lead or one day might emerge as a leader.In this episode, they interview Jane K Hill, Professor of Ecology at the University of York, former BES Trus…

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559: Blood Gold in Colombia 1:13:52

3M ago1:13:52

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On this week's Colombia Calling podcast, we speak to James Bargent, an investigative journalist for Insight Crime about his work putting together the new podcast: "the Shadow of El Dorado." Along with his colleague Mat Charles, the resulting podcast is a multi-year project which takes the listener into the world of organized crime and how the Gaita…

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How Hemp is Changing Construction Amid Rising Costs with Cameron McIntosh 1:07:51

3M ago1:07:51

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In this episode of SPACES, Cameron McIntosh, owner of Americhanvre, the exclusive U.S. licensee of the Baumer Ereasy Spray Applied Hempcrete System, discusses why hemp-based building materials could be the key to a more sustainable and cost-effective future. We explore Cameron's journey into the hemp industry, the historical context of hemp in Amer…

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