Best Sean Specie Podcasts (2025)

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117. Chaos Garden Gremlins, Necessary Context, and Practical Landscapes w/ Sean Patchett 56:34

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Send us a text Sean Patchett, known online as Garden Guy Muskoka, shares his multifaceted experience in horticulture, from landscape work to science communication, emphasizing the critical importance of context in gardening advice. • Context is everything when sharing gardening information – advice must be tailored to location, climate, and specifi…

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A New Bee Fly with Lisa Rollinson and Allan Cabrero 46:06

4d ago46:06

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For some people, a box of 100-year-old bee flies might seem daunting, but for Lisa Rollinson and Allan Cabrero, It was an exciting challenge. As part of a Smithsonian-based internship, Lisa worked with Allan to identify the flies, creating a new key for several genera and discovering a new species along the way. Flies aren’t the most charismatic gr…

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Two New Damselflies with Shantanu Joshi 31:50

5d ago31:50

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Shantanu Joshi is fascinated with creatures of all kinds, but especially damselflies, the small quick fliers of the order Odonata. In this episode he takes us deep into the forests of Northeast India, a place of immense beauty and interfering colonial history. Undersampling and poor specimen quality are a few reasons the diversity of this area is n…

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Mark Stenroos on the Epics of iHunter 1:10:42

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Tune in for our recent interview with Mark Stenroos, founder and creator of the iHunter app. We take a deep dive into the app, it's future and its breadth of use and purpose. Mark Stenroos is a man who traded the vast prairies of Alberta for the rugged beauty of Nova Scotia. An avid hunter and outdoorsman, Mark's passion for the wild led him to cre…

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116. National Parks, Leaving No Trace, and Touching Grass w/ Cassie Yahnian and Danielle LaRock 1:12:22

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Send us a text Cassie Yahnian and Danielle LaRock share the captivating journey of their podcast National Park After Dark, celebrating four years of exploring the mysteries, histories, and conservation stories of America's public lands. • Former veterinary technicians who bonded over their shared love of outdoor spaces and morbid curiosity • Transf…

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Unlocking the Mysteries of the Social Brain with Dr. Bruce Miller 38:36

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In this powerful episode of Inquiring Minds, host Indre Viskontas reconnects with her longtime mentor, Dr. Bruce L. Miller—one of the world’s foremost authorities on dementia, empathy, and the neuroscience of human behavior. Dr. Miller is a Distinguished Professor of Neurology and Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), wh…

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A New Astigmatid Mite with Hemen Sendi 24:19

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What if I told you that the oldest known biotic association of arthropods is a piece of Lebanese amber from the Cretaceous period? At the same time that flowering plants were diversifying, astigmatid mites were finding a very convenient way to get around: on the backs of termites. Can mites and termites be friends? How does one identify a tiny mite…

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115. Native Landscapes, Lo-fi Dad Jazz, and the Rungs of the Ladder w/ Rooey 58:33

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Send us a text Roey, a music industry marketing professional and lo-fi producer, uses his "dad jazz" instrumental music to fund native plant installations across Nashville and beyond. • Growing up in a family of avid gardeners and nature enthusiasts instilled a deep appreciation for native plants and natural spaces • Names his songs after native pl…

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A New Woolly Devil with Isaac Lichter Marck 46:53

2M ago46:53

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Sunflowers come in all shapes and sizes, and the group has gained a new member. Nicknamed the “woolly devil,” Ovicula biradiata is the product of the amazing bi-national collaboration between taxonomists, conservationists, and community scientists in Big Bend National Park. But it comes at a time when the future of National Parks is uncertain. “I t…

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114. Food Communities, Growing Together, and No-bots w/ Dr. Jessica Tullar Caroom 57:16

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Send us a text Dr. Jessica Tullar Caroom returns to the podcast to discuss the evolution of her community food systems work and the importance of building meaningful connections through growing and sharing food. • Growing Together Texas supports gardeners, growers, and cooks as three interconnected parts of a healthy food ecosystem • Creating an on…

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113. Houseplants, Diabolical Weeds, and Fickle Figs- Winter 2025 Q&A 44:30

2M ago44:30

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Send us a text This episode is a delightful exploration of listener-submitted plant questions, offering insights into plant care, specific plant challenges, and the relationship between environmental conditions and plant health. - Overview of the seasonal Q&A format - Discussion on controlling bindweed and morning glory - Humidity’s nuanced effect …

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The Feathered Fletch on Archery and Bow Hunting 59:25

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Tune in for our recent interview with the founders and creators of WeThinkOutside and The Feathered Fletch. The Feathered Fletch is an archery school with a passion for teaching kids and adults the proper techniques for using archery equipment, whether for recreational purposes or to actually hunt for food. Victoria and JD also run a full-time educ…

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112. Gardening, Building Community, and BLT Sandwiches 41:43

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Send us a text This episode emphasizes the importance of community, realistic expectations, and small beginnings in gardening. We explore how to nurture connections with neighbors, set achievable goals, and adapt to various living conditions to create a rewarding gardening experience. • Understanding why content creators should be careful with gard…

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Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer's with Charles Piller 51:34

3M ago51:34

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In this episode of Inquiring Minds, host Indre Viskontas speaks with investigative journalist Charles Piller about his explosive new book, Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer's. Piller unearths the troubling reality behind decades of Alzheimer's research, exposing how fraudulent data, unchecked ambition, and insti…

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Outraged: Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground with Kurt Gray 48:04

3M ago48:04

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In this episode of Inquiring Minds, host Indre Viskontas speaks with Kurt Gray, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and director of the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding. Gray’s groundbreaking new book, Outraged: Why We Fight About Morality in Politics and How to Find Common Grou…

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EP #20 Sean Badard of Reliable Gun 1:16:43

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Tune in for our recent interview with Sean Badart from Reliable Gun. Sean shares what Reliable Gun is all about and how they can serve you in your next outdoor harvesting adventure! You can reach Reliable Gun @reliablegun on Instagram or check out their website https://www.reliablegun.com/. You can reach Sean @seanbadart on Instagram or at sean@rel…

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The Purpose Code: How To Unlock Meaning, Maximize Happiness, and Leave A Lasting Legacy with Jordan Grumet 42:00

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In the wake of the devastating fires in Los Angeles where people have lost their homes and all their worldly possessions and when many are questioning their purpose it was a timely moment for host Indre Viskontas to sit with hospice physician, financial independence expert, and author Jordan Grumet to discuss his transformative new book, The Purpos…

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EP #19 Kane Blake on the Okanagan Forest Task Force 1:01:07

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Check out my recent interview with Kane Blake of the Okanagan Forest Task Force. We take a deep dive into the issue of backcountry dumping and garbage clean ups and factor in what YOU can do to make a difference today. Kane Blake is a local activist and family man who started Okanagan Forest Task Force in September of 2016 and from then until now t…

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Science Communication: Hard Conversations with Ethan Tapper 35:39

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Someone who identifies as a nature lover might not be excited to see trees cut down or large machines rolling across the forest floor. Science doesn’t always align with everyone’s expectations, and often scientists have to explain their work to audiences that aren’t interested or who don’t agree. Ethan Tapper has many of these conversations. Ethan …

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Journey to 2125: One Century, One Family, Rising to Challenges with Gary F. Bengier 57:12

5M ago57:12

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In this episode of Inquiring Minds, host Adam Bristol sits down with Silicon Valley tech expert, philosopher, and acclaimed science fiction author Gary Bengier to discuss his new novel, Journey to 2125: One Century, One Family, Rising to Challenges. As a prequel to his celebrated book Unfettered Journey, this latest work delves into the pivotal tec…

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BONUS: Bats! (1999) with Amanda Grunwald 35:30

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Amanda and I discuss and review Bats! (1999) Our ratings: Enjoyability: 🦇 🦇 🦇 🦇 Accuracy: 🦇🦇 🦇 🦇 🦇 This episode is the first in a new bonus series where I watch B-list horror movies with scientists and we rate them on accuracy and enjoyability. All episodes are free, for future episodes you will just have to sign up through Patreon at Patreon.com/N…

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A New Malagasy Spider with Matjaž Gregorič 20:56

5M ago20:56

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On an expedition to Madagascar, Matjaž Gregorič and his research team came upon a damaged termite nest that had a few other invertebrate visitors. When they experimentally damaged the nest again, they found two unexpected things: spiders ballooning in to prey on the termites as they rebuilt, and hopeful ants standing by to steal termites from those…

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Two New Cave-Dwelling Snails with Rodrigo Salvador 27:09

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Rodrigo’s paper “Idiopyrgus Pilsbry, 1911 (Gastropoda, Tomichiidae): a relict genus radiating into subterranean environments” is in November 8th issue of Zoosystematics and Evolution It can be found here: https://doi.org/10.3897/zse.100.136428 A transcript of this episode can be found here: Rodrigo Salvador - Transcript Follow Rodrigo on X/Bluesky:…

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Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future with Vince Beiser 44:26

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In this episode of Inquiring Minds, Indre Viskontas sits down with award-winning journalist and author Vince Beiser to delve into the environmental, social, and ethical implications of our growing reliance on electronics and artificial intelligence. Drawing from his new book, Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future, Vince…

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A New Schizomid with Sean Birk Bek Craig 45:04

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What happens when a hymenopterist finds a mysterious arachnid in a Danish hothouse? Sean Birk Bek Craig was exploring the floor of a hothouse, also known as a greenhouse, when he came upon an interesting creature. “I could see that it was an arachnid when I looked up close,” he said, “but immediately just looking at it with my eyes… I was really pe…

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Thrive: Maximizing Well-Being in the Age of AI with Ravi Bapna 42:25

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Indre sits to chat with co-author of "Thrive: Maximizing Well-Being in the Age of AI" and chair of business analytics at the University of Minnesota, Ravi Bapna, to explore the complex relationship between artificial intelligence and society. They talk about the potential benefits and risks of AI and how we need to be aware and balance both narrati…

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EP #18 James Littley on Invasive Aquatic Species 1:00:50

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Tune in for our recent interview with James Littley from The Okanagan Basin Water Board. We take a deep dive into Invasive Mussels and share important knowledge that you should be concerned with if you drink water or pay taxes! James Littley is the Deputy Administrator for the Okanagan Basin Water Board, and in that role he has become an expert on …

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Living on Earth: Forests, Corals, Consciousness, and the Making of the World with Peter Godfrey-Smith 48:45

8M ago48:45

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In this episode of Inquiring Minds, Indre Viskontas sits down with Peter Godfrey-Smith, Professor of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Sydney and author of Living on Earth: Forests, Corals, Consciousness, and the Making of the World. Peter takes us on an enthralling journey through the evolution of culture and its impact on con…

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Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves with Nicola Twilley 44:27

8M ago44:27

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Did you know that many apples sold in stores are nearly a year old by the time you get to buy them? Indre sits down once again to talk with science journalist and non-fiction author and co-host of the award-winning Gastropod podcast, Nicola Twilley, about a project she has been passionately working on for the last 15 years, her new book “Frostbite:…

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Two New Pseudoscorpions with Danniella Sherwood 48:20

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In this episode, Danniella Sherwood brings us two new pseudoscorpions from Ascension Island, one of the most remote islands in the world. Ascension’s ecological history is full of many twists and turns, and it is home to amazing biodiversity that is in desperate need of conservation. Danni and her team worked together to address this need, producin…

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EP #17 Laura Balyx on Mountain Goats 43:32

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Tune in for our recent interview with Laura Balyx where we take a deep dive into all things to do with Mountain Goats. Laura is an emerging biologist based out of Penticton in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. She recently completed her Master of Science from the University of British Columbia Okanagan, where she explored how human disturbance shaped …

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The Most Delicious Poison with Noah Whiteman 39:04

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Indre welcomes evolutionary biologist and UC Berkeley professor, Noah Whiteman unto the Inquiring Minds Show to delve into the world of nature’s toxins and Whiteman’s new book. "Most Delicious Poison: The Story of Nature's Toxins from Spices to Vices.” explores the adaptations that have enabled various organisms to not only survive but thrive in en…

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Revealing the Secrets of Supercommunicators with Charles Duhigg 44:40

9M ago44:40

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In this intriguing episode, Indre chats with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and renowned author of The Power of Habit and Smarter, Better, Faster, Charles Duhigg, to discuss his latest book “Supercommunicators”.Their conversation delves into he crucial role of effective communication in building meaningful relationships and enhancing quality of …

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111. Dragon Fruits, Lichen, and the Most Important Plant Thing- Summer 2024 Q&A 43:10

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Send us a text What's up Plant People?? It's been a minute since our last Q&A episode, and I have some good ones for you today! Thanks to @marahw1999, @honukaimi, and Shannon Perry (oz9podcast) for the outstanding questions! Be sure to check out the Lubbock Arts Alliance on Instagram and their other socials to learn more about Delightful Fantasy Fl…

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A New Polychaete Worm with Chloé, Marcos, and Juan 40:26

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This paper started because Chloé Löis Fourreau and Marcos Teixeira were both too sick to dive during a NEON (National Ecological Observatory Network) bioblitz expedition in the Red Sea. Hoping to at least collect something, they swam to the shoreline and began snorkeling in the shallow water. When they began turning over rocks, what felt like a was…

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A New Gall Wasp with Louis Nastasi 47:08

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Louis Nastasi has a deep love of wasps, and a particular fascination with Cynipid wasps, gall wasps that can specialize on just a few plants or even a single species. In this episode he tells us about their diversity and the tangled phylogenies he works on, and answers the question his paper poses; “Cryptic or underworked?” There’s so much we don’t…

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EP #16 Jesse Zeman of BC Wildlife Federation 1:08:01

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Check out my recent interview with Jesse Zeman, Executive Director of the BC Wildlife Federation. Jesse and I dive into hunter numbers, animal population numbers and what it is that the BCWF actually DOES and how you can get involved with conservation in BC. Jesse Zeman stepped into the role of Executive Director of the BC Wildlife Federation in 20…

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110. Habitats, Invasive Species, and Possibly Antagonistic Bear Interactions w/ Ashley Bray 1:18:16

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Send us a text Get ready to unravel the fascinating world of wildlife biology and plant science as we sit down with Ashley Bray, the insightful host of the Get Out Alive podcast. Have you ever wondered how the dynamics between plants and animals shape our ecosystems? Ashley shares her inspiring journey from childhood animal enthusiast to wildlife b…

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10 New Staphylinid Beetles with Adam Haberski 29:52

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What can tiny, flightless beetles tell us about the history of mountain geography and climate? It turns out, quite a bit! In this episode, Dr. Adam Haberski introduces us to the wild world of Staphylinid beetles, some of the most diverse creatures on the planet. We learn about the joys (and pitfalls) of collecting in the Southern Appalachians, as w…

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EP #15 Pete Gutsche on the Wild Sheep Society 55:17

11M ago55:17

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Have a watch of my recent interview with Pete Gutshe of the Wild Sheep Society. Pete and I meander through various topics about hunting, wild sheep and threats to their survival as well as the amazing conservation efforts of the Wild Sheep Society. Pete grew up in a hunting family, following in his Father's and Opa's footsteps before him. He has ex…

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109. Food as Knowledge, Eating Equitably, and Digital Literacy w/ Dr. Sarah Duignan 58:42

11M ago58:42

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Send us a text What's up, Plant People? Join us as we welcome Dr. Sarah Duignan, the host of the AnthroDish podcast and a medical anthropologist, on a remarkable journey navigating food anthropology and community health. From her roots in Ontario, where a deep connection with nature began shaping her career, Sarah takes us through her academic rout…

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Basics 3: Description with Marc Milne 49:14

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In part 3 of Taxonomy Basics, Marc Milne of the University of Indianapolis tells us all about the process of identifying and publishing new species. He has tips and tricks for microscope work, finding online resources, and many other facets of the description process. Marc is a spider taxonomist and ecologist who specializes in several different gr…

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108. Redeeming Lettuce, Starving Trolls, and Life as a Nutrivore w/ Dr. Sarah Ballantyne 1:11:40

12M ago1:11:40

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Send us a text If you've ever wondered how to enrich your diet without falling prey to restrictive eating, Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, the brain behind the Nutrivore philosophy, joins us to illuminate the path towards optimal nutrition. Through our engaging dialogue, Sarah shares her transformative journey from research scientist to a passionate advocate…

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“The Good Stuff” about Quanta and Fields with Sean Carroll 38:37

12M ago38:37

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Indre welcomes Sean Carroll, Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University and host of the Mindscape podcast, back to Inquiring Minds today for an engaging exploration of his latest book, "The Biggest Ideas in the Universe: Quanta and Fields." Together, they delve into the intricacies of quantum mechanics and field theory, un…

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Basics 2: Curation with Ashleigh Whiffin 49:57

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In part 2 of Taxonomy Basics, Ashleigh Whiffin of National Museums Scotland brings us into the entomology collection to learn the fundamentals of curation and preservation, including which pins to use, the importance of collection data, and much more. Ashleigh is responsible for the care and development of a collection of 2.5 million insect specime…

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107. Deep Dive- Crisis Communication in Agriculture with Dr. Erica Irlbeck 58:45

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Send us a text What's up, Plant People?? It's our first Deep Dive episode in quite a while. I was super excited to get to talk to my friend, Dr. Erica Irlbeck, again on the show. Erica is a Professor of Ag Communications, the Associate Dean of Outreach and Engagement for the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech…

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Ep #13 Bill Hanlon on Hunting by Horseback 55:27

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Tune in for our recent interview with Bill Hanlon from Hornaday Wilderness Society and BHA Canada. We take a deep dive into Hunting by Horseback and delve into the things to consider before getting into the horse world. Bill is a wilderness hunter, backcountry horseman and avid wilderness advocate and has been involved with various conservation org…

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Understanding and Expanding Consciousness with Dr. Christof Koch 42:52

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In yet another thoroughly intriguing episode, Indre engages with renowned neuroscientist Christof Koch this week to explore the complexities of consciousness and its impact on our understanding of self and free will. Koch, a pivotal figure in the field who worked alongside the legendary Francis Crick to pioneer the study of neural correlates of con…

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Basics 1: Collecting with Evan Waite 46:11

12M ago46:11

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In part 1 of Taxonomy Basics, Evan Waite from Arizona State University teaches us all about collecting entomological specimens. From which traps to use to tips on sharing your collection with others, Evan gives us all of the details with some great stories along the way. Evan is a coleopterist and PhD Candidate at Arizona State University. His work…

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Three New Red Devil Spiders with Adrià Bellvert and Miquel Arnedo 48:02

1y ago48:02

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“Another spider paper?!” you might ask. “More new spiders, what’s so interesting?” Well in addition to a revised genus and three new species, Adrià Bellvert and Miquel Arnedo’s most recent publication highlights some of the unique challenges taxonomists deal with as they work to untangle species relationships. “I think that the important part [of t…

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