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“Animals Nature and You” celebrates the curiosity around the connection we have with the natural world.In this podcast, we will be looking at the science and the personal experiences of experts, and everyday people. From conservationist and animal care staff to filmmakers and authors. We’ll talk to backyard birders, wildlife experts, naturalist, animal behaviorists, veterinarians and so much more.Join us on this curious odyssey, let’s explore and reconnect together! It’s all about the connections we feel and the connections we long for.It’s about Animals, Nature, and You!
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- Yesterday13 min
This Superpower Can Save the World!
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this 10 -minute Tuesday episode of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz discusses the importance of the well informed voter in the upcoming midterm elections and how it impacts conservation efforts, wildlife protection, and ecosystems - and therefore, you too. Yes, the old saying, "Conservation works when we work together," is true. And your individual act of informed voting can also help preserve natural spaces and countless species; including humans. Anim...
- 6 days ago47 min
Why Migratory Birds Need Our Lights Out at Night
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this episode of Animals, Nature, and You, Corina Newsome shares her journey into avian science, the importance of migratory birds, and how environmental justice intersects with wildlife conservation. Discover practical ways you can support birds and protect their habitats while understanding the broader ecological and social implications of healthy ecosystems. Animals, Nature, and You on Instagram Find Corina here- Corina Newsome on Instagram Corina Newsome on Lin...
- 1 weeks ago13 min
Burnout, Compassion Fatigue & You
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Host Rick Schwartz explores the importance of self-care, recognizing burnout, and maintaining balance in the demanding world of animal care and conservation. He shares personal insights and practical advice on how to prioritize oneself without guilt, emphasizing that caring for others starts with caring for oneself. Animals, Nature, and You on Instagram Find Rick here: ZoologyRick.com Rick's social media stuff... Instagram YouTube Facebook Threads BlueSky Podcast ...
- 1 weeks ago36 min
Rhino Myths Debunked: What It's Really Like Working with Rhinos
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick As we continue our celebration of World Rhino Day, we sit down with Virginia Grimley, a Rhino keeper at the Oregon Zoo. Virginia shares her insight and personal experiences with taking care of black rhinos for a living. From highlighting their individual personalities to debunking myths about their aggression, Virginia's passion for rhinos shines through. She also shares with us how much (and what) they eat, rhino play behavior, rhino communication and the conser...
- 2 weeks ago16 min
Why World Rhino Day Matters
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick It's World Rhino Day! In this 10-minute Tuesday of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz shares a personal experience with meeting the nearly extinct northern white rhinos. From time in Kenya, to being in New York when the news came out that the last male northern white rhino has passed away; Rick reminds us of the importance of conservation efforts and scientific advancements to save endangered species. Animals, Nature, and You on Instagram Links to look at: ...
- 2 weeks ago31 min
Im-PAW-ssibly PAW-some Black Bear Facts with the Sequoia Park Zoo
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Join us on Animals, Nature, and You, as we explore the fascinating world of black bears with Erin Corrigan from Sequoia Park Zoo. Fun fact: Black bears are not always black! And the three bears at Sequoia Park Zoo prove it; from a chocolate brown, true black, or even a flaxen honey-blonde color. Erin also explains how to tell black bears from brown bears, what their claws and body shapes reveal, and we even get to learn about the individual bears at the Sequoia Park Zo...
- 3 weeks ago13 min
Autumn is Coming: The Subtle Clues That Animals Know
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this 10-minute Tuesday episode of Animals, Nature, and You, Rick Schwartz explores the subtle environmental cues that signal the arrival of fall. And we are not just talking about the rush to "pumpkin-spice" all the things. From changes in daylight to animal behaviors and more, nature offers a rich tapestry of signs that autumn is on its way. Animals, Nature, and You on IG Links to look at... Bird Migration Explorer USFWS- Fall Wonders NWF's Leave the Leaves Find...
- 3 weeks ago45 min
The Hidden Life Cycle of the Red Octopus Uncovered
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this episode we dive into the fascinating story of the red octopus life cycle. Something never seen with this species of octopus, until now! Maddy Tracewell, Senior Aquarist of Animal Health at the Birch Aquarium joins host Rick Schwartz, sharing the groundbreaking work done in raising red octopus from egg to juvenile, revealing new insights into their early development and the challenges each little octopus faces throughout their life. Animals, Nature, and You on ...
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“Animals Nature and You” celebrates the curiosity around the connection we have with the natural world.In this podcast, we will be looking at the science and the personal experiences of experts, and everyday people. From conservationist and animal care staff to filmmakers and authors. We’ll talk to backyard birders, wildlife experts, naturalist, animal behaviorists, veterinarians and so much more.Join us on this curious odyssey, let’s explore and reconnect together! It’s all about the connections we feel and the connections we long for.It’s about Animals, Nature, and You!
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