Our planet is home to millions of species, many of which have yet to be discovered. Human activity is threatening an alarming number of these species, resulting in a biodiversity crisis that is drastically impacting human and non-human life. Dr. Debbie Saunders of NatureHelm joins to discuss this crisis and possible solutions. She maintains a hopeful outlook while emphasizing the need for urgent action to protect all life on earth. Resources discussed in this episode:

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Humans have drastically altered the planet, and often not for the better. Miriam Kate McDonald, author of Emergent, joins to talk about how humans can help nature recover, the importance of biodiversity and the need for a more holistic approach to farming. Miriam also shares lessons she's learned from years of working in alternative agriculture and observing nature. Resources discussed in this episode:

Miriam's book Emergent: Rewilding Nature, Regenerating Food and Healing the World by Restoring the Connection Between People and the Wild

Miriam's Instagram

Holistic Restoration

Woven Earth Farm

Oxford Real Farming Conference

Landworkers Alliance

Nature's Matrix book

The Patterning Instinct book

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