Ep 49 - Do You Even Science Bro

We hear a lot about the research scientists produce, but how do they perform that research? In this episode, Jennifer sits down with a real live scientist, Wendy Anderson, to talk about her job as a landscape ecologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife! Wendy offers tips for those interested in working as a scientist, discusses the importance of science, and shares free user-friendly tools available for the public to create their own maps and explore the world. Whether you're looking to become a professional or citizen scientist, this episode offers a great overview of the many ways to science! Resources mentioned in this show:

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Ep 48 - Sustainability is Always in Style!

It's time to slow down and talk about fast fashion! Garik Himebaugh, Founder of Eco-Stylist, helps us understand how the fashion industry has evolved to where it is today. He discusses the work Eco-Stylist is doing to make ethical fashion accessible to everyone, and the importance of avoiding the trap of eco-perfectionism. Resources discussed in this show:

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Ep 47 - The Lay of the Land

Human activity has severely changed the natural world, and not always for the better. Doug Smith, EDSA Principal, joins us to discuss how landscape architecture can be used to not only lessen this impact, but also help address the climate crisis. We also discuss ecotourism and how it is helping connect people with nature like never before. Resources discussed in this episode:

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Ep 46 - Life in Plastic

Plastic...it's not so fantastic! While it has been praised as a "miracle" substance, plastic production and pollution has caused far-reaching environmental and health problems. In this episode, we're joined by Christian Shaw, Executive Director of Plastic Tides, to discuss how plastic is made, why it's harmful to the environment, and ways we can reduce our reliance on this problematic substance. Resources discussed in this episode:

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Ep 45 - Cleaning Up Our Act

Humans have made a mess of the planet, and it's time to clean it up! Susan Sherrod, PhD, CSE, CERP, PWS, Senior Ecologist with Biohabitats, joins us to discuss ecological restoration and the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems. Resources discussed in this episode:

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Ep 44 - The Bare Necessities

How do we live a simpler life that is more in tune with the natural world? Permaculture invites us to work with nature rather than against it. Jennifer talks with Taelor Monroe from the Austin Permaculture Guild about what permaculture is and how to implement it into all aspects of our lives. Resources mentioned in this episode:

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Ep 43 - Poop Happens

Human waste doesn't have to go to waste...in fact, it turns out it's quite useful! Advancements in wastewater treatment have allowed this endlessly renewable resource to be turned into biosolids, a fertilizer that helps capture carbon while adding nutrients to the soil. Industry experts Maile Lono-Batura (Director of Sustainable Biosolids Programs at the Water Environment Federation), Dr. Sally Brown (Research Professor at the University of Washington) and Chris Peot (Director of Resource Recovery at DC Water) discuss what biosolids are and how they can be used to help address the climate crisis. Resources discussed in this episode:

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Ep 42 - Food for Thought

Farming has changed drastically over the years, but is it for the best? Regenerative farmer and author James Rebanks joins us to discuss the evolution of farming and how he's working to transition his farm away from the industrial system that has become so pervasive around the world. We also discuss his new book Pastoral Song, released in the US in August 2021. Resources discussed in this episode:

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Ep 41 - Rise Up

Diversity, equity and inclusion should be at the forefront of everything we do, and the environmental movement is no exception. Social inequalities influence not only how accessible nature is to different groups, but also who suffers the most from industrialization. Susana Cruz, Founder of Chicana in Nature, joins us to discuss the importance of representation, and what we can all do to help make the outdoors welcoming for all. Resources discussed in this episode:

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Ep 40 - Under the Sea

We're diving into the world of coral! Chelsea Eareckson with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) discusses the important role coral plays in the global ecosystem, and how climate change is affecting this unique and fragile species. To learn more about the Coral Reef Alliance, visit coral.org.

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