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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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- 6 days ago51 min
What is the Science of Animal Nutrition?
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Ever wonder how a zookeeper knows what to feed a tuatara, a splendid sunbird or a red panda? In this episode, Dr. Andrea Fidget shares her expertise in comparative and conservation animal nutrition, exploring how understanding species-specific diets and natural history informs better animal care and conservation efforts. Discover the science behind animal diets, the importance of nutritional wisdom, and the future of wildlife nutrition research. Animals, Nature, and Y...
- 1 weeks ago13 min
What, Who, and HOW? Your Questions Answered!
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this 10-Minute Tuesday episode of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz jumps into the "mailbag" to answers some listener questions. From favorite animals and conservation challenges to what podcasts he listens to. He shares personal stories, favorite species, and insights into staying motivated in the face of conservation setbacks. Animals, Nature, and You on IG Podcasts Mentioned: All Creatures That's So Wild Just The Zoo of Us Mothering Wildlife Pangolin...
- 1 weeks ago52 min
Orangutans: More Noble Than Humans. A Conversation with Leif Cocks
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Most conservation efforts focus on facts and figures—but what if the key to saving endangered species also involved love, empathy, and understanding? Leif Cocks reveals how genuine connections with orangutans shaped his approach to conservation, advocating for a solutions rooted in compassion rather than conflict. This inspiring conversation uncovers the profound intelligence and autonomy of these remarkable primates and why understanding their complex social systems d...
- 2 weeks ago12 min
The Great Ape Approach to "Work/Life Balance"
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this episode, host Rick explores the true meaning of life balance by comparing human life to that of great apes, emphasizing that life is about relationships, health, play, wealth, and spirituality, not just work and personal life. He challenges the conventional work-life balance concept and encourages a holistic view of life’s many elements. Animals, Nature, and You on IG If you find a sick or injured animal, please connect with someone who can help: Animal Help ...
- 2 weeks ago45 min
Elizabeth Johnson on Balancing Wildlife Work and Parenthood
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Elizabeth Johnson shares her journey of starting the Mothering Wildlife podcast, exploring the unique challenges faced by moms in the zoo and conservation field. Our conversation on Animals, Nature, and You covers physical, mental, and emotional challenges, societal pressures, and the importance of community support for working mothers in niche professions. Link to Mothering Wildlife podcast Mothering Wildlife: Telling the stories of moms who work in zoo, wildlife, ve...
- 3 weeks ago9 min
Be On The Look Out: Young Wildlife in Urban Spaces
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this episode, host Rick Schwartz shares insights on wildlife behavior, specifically focusing on the young animals we tend to see out and about this time of year. Rick is always happy to encourage everyone to take the time to observe wildlife; as long as it is from a safe and respectable distance. After all, observations often lead to better understanding and appreciation of the wildlife and world around us. Animals, Nature, and You on IG If you find a sick or in...
- 3 weeks ago46 min
The Power of Pet Therapy: The Human/Animal Connection
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Discover the transformative power of pet therapy as Robin Cohen from Helen Woodward Animal Center shares stories that bring joy, and foster profound human-animal connections. Whether it’s a children finding comfort in an unexpected animal encounter, or a someone reconnecting to memories of a pet skunk from the past; this episode reveals how animals not only heal but also teach us compassion, patience, and trust. Guest Robin Cohen, with over three decades of experience...
- 4 weeks ago14 min
Why Nature is Essential to Our Well-Being
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this 10 Minute Tuesday, host Rick Schwartz shares his "Is this even real life"experiences from a recent trip to the Redwoods. And he explores the scientific benefits of nature on well-being, and emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with the natural world for our health, not just conservation. Animals, Nature, and You on IG Links for Mentioned... Redwoods Rising on IG Save the Redwoods League Sequoia Park Zoo Find Griff Griffith here Animals, Nature, and You...
About Animals, Nature, and You
“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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