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The Anthropo Scene PodcastConcrete Jungle, Where Habitats Are Made of - Goodbye For Now EpisodeSend us a textHello my beautiful nerds, Kirstynn hereToday is bittersweet, and I am hoping y’all can understand where I am coming from Today is the last episode of the Anthropo Scene Podcast I loved this podcast and what Nicholas and I had made was something really special, but I really need a new start and I hope that many of you will follow me over to the new show that will be coming soon - follow me on my main IG page to keep up with it (@k...2025-05-0115 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastUm, Could I Get Some Kelp?Send us a textSea a star, make a wish! Many of us know how awful heat waves can be (I know I for one have been very glad to have access to AC this summer)... now imagine being underwater where it is even harder, if not impossible, to cool yourself down. Marine invertebrates face many challenges, and heat is definitely one of them, but could kelp forests potentially help provide some protection for communities of invertebrates (like sea stars for example!) during heat waves?Join me chatting with MSc (/PhD ca...2024-07-1955 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastI Hope You Are Doin' WhaleSend us a textIf you have ever heard whale song before you are likely to agree that it is beautiful, and can be quite powerful. So what if we took these incredible singers (along with dolphins too!) and added our own music to it - all for a greater cause? In the search of helping people to practice mindfulness, improve mental health, and to raise awareness for the protection of our oceans, Joshua Sam Miller has created Sounds of The Ocean - An artistic exploration of natural sounds, music, and stunning visuals to inspire c...2024-07-0358 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastBear With Me For a SecSend us a textAs we expand into natural areas we are undoubtedly expanding into the habitat of other animals. However, sometimes, instead of being pushed out these animals adapt to our landscape… becoming what we refer to as “urbanized.” Today, we dive into co-existing with urbanized black bears in the Tahoe area with Toogee Sielsch! Links from the episode: Follow Toogee on IG Bear stuff! https://bearwise.org/ - bear safety!https://www.tahoebears.org/Article Types of Deep Sleep in Animals...2024-04-101h 04
The Anthropo Scene PodcastIt Just Felis RightSend us a textHere kitty kitty kitty. Did you know there are black bobcats in Florida?! And a lot more wild cats in the USA than you might think!Join me chatting with Carnivore Ecologist Aidan Branney about his new paper on melanistic bobcats, as well as how we can work to start getting big cats back on the landscape, in a way that actually works for all the stakeholders involved. Links from the ShowFollow Aidan on IG Research gate profile: https://www.res...2024-03-271h 03
The Anthropo Scene PodcastFeelin' a Little SwampedSend us a textReptiles are an underappreciated, and often feared, group of animals… So, who will come to their aid when they need it? Well none other than Florida’s local reptile superhero, Swamp Girl!Join me chatting with Kim Tittergton, founder of Swamp Girl Adventures, all about the good, the bad, and the ugly of reptile rehabilitation. From impossible turtle recoveries after car strikes to full grown men who are scared of softshell turtles trying to break into their home, she has seen it all! You don’t wanna miss this one!2024-03-131h 00
The Anthropo Scene PodcastDon’t Be a Hippo-critSend us a textWhat is actual eco tourism and how do you sniff out a hypocrite greenwashing company? Join me chatting with Dr. Camille Fritsch about hippos, eagles, snakes, and lions, and his new science based ecotourism initiative in Africa. Also, ever wondered what Africa’s stinkiest animal is? The answer might surprise you Links from the show: Camille's IGhttps://www.instagram.com/follow.the.hippo/https://www.instagram.com/imvubu.safaris/https://imvubu-safaris.com/More about hippos...2024-02-2838 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastBaby, Give Me a SignSend us a textCombining Art and Science to tell a story is a real… well, art! Join me chatting with Dr. Heather Hinham, founder of Second Nature Creative Interpretations about her interpretive work, from digital media to interpretive trails and more, Heather helps bring stories to life for the community!We also chat a little about career transitions and how to go after what you want!Links from the episode: Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/secondnaturemb/More from Heather: https://linktr.ee/SecondNatureMBA...2024-02-1444 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastSorry, I Didn't Bycatch ThatSend us a textToday we explore some really interesting conservation issues tightly ingrained with socio-economics, culture, tradition, and even modern day pirates. Join me chatting with conservation ecologist Maria Dabrowski about her masters project in Coastal Ecuador working with fisherman and marine conservation! Links from the episode: GoFundMe for the project: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-protect-leatherback-sea-turtles Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OaelnM40bXw2BE0ZJvzXjNmrK8txnQzn/view?usp=sharing María’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gogreenfortheocean/The Leatherb...2024-01-3151 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastNot So Nice To Meat YouSend us a textI’m back baby! Season 3 is here and I couldn’t be more excited to share episode one with you!Today Conservation Ecologist Hali’a Eastburn talks to us all about (wait for it) CARNIVOROUS PLANTS! What are they? Why do they do what they do? Why are they endangered? Join us to find out!Links from the episode: Hali’a on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehaliapedia/More from Hali’a: https://linktr.ee/thehaliap...2024-01-1748 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastA Tribute for Nicholas <3Send us a textTo anyone who is unaware, Nicholas passed away last month. I made them this small tribute while I was trying to make sense of it all. We miss you already dear friend. The world of nature education and scicomm won't be the same without you. With love, Kirstynn Support the show2023-09-0701 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastExploring YourselfSeason 2 finale special!An ecologist might tell you that even though we often put things into neat little categories, everything is actually on a spectrum. A conservationist might tell you that social justice is environmental justice. And a wise person might tell you that if you don't first feel good with your environment and yourself, you will never have the energy or drive to be able to really put your best into anything you do, whether it is research, engineering, writing, art... and everything in between. With that in mind, we invited Wynter Ap...2023-02-131h 17
The Anthropo Scene PodcastThe Scene is SetSend us a textGuest episode alert!Get behind the scenes with us and award-winning filmmaker Jordan Hoffmaster! We talk about origins, passions, and what it is like to work as a documentary filmmaker. What does it really take to produce the films that have inspired so many of us to love nature? You don't want to miss this one!Follow Jordan on Instagram (@jordanhoffmaster) and check out what she is up to here. For new listeners, our podcast is “Serious about research, and less serious about delivery”... So, please note we d...2023-02-031h 28
The Anthropo Scene PodcastA State of PanicSend us a textJust like any good "Florida Man" news headline demonstrates throughout the year, without fail, sometimes things get a little out of hand... and in terms of Florida's invasive species problem, well, we have quite a problem. Join us as we explore the state of Florida (USA), and just how much of a butt f*ckery we have created in terms of invasive plants, reptiles, amphibians, insects, invertebrates... and more.For new listeners, our podcast is “Serious about research, and less serious about delivery”... Please note we do not do a lot...2022-12-141h 12
The Anthropo Scene PodcastHorrorble Science: A Halloween SpecialSend us a textToday we have a bit of fun with some spooooooky "what if" invasive species. So get cozy and make sure you leave a light on by your bedside tonight! Happy Halloween!Thanks to @gaiafloraco for the special (and oh so creepy) thumbnail art!The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists who are passionate about sharing interesting information surrounding the complicated story of introduced and invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, suggest a future topic and/or collaboration, find us...2022-10-311h 09
The Anthropo Scene PodcastAmbidisastrousSend us a textWe see a repeating pattern in the study of invasive species, where an invasive plant or animal is, well… invasive and even disastrous in one area, and endangered in their native ecosystem. And though it is a common pattern, it doesn’t cease to be interesting! Join us today while we take a dive into Tiger Salamanders (Ambystoma Sp.). As both an endangered and invasive salamander. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists who are passionate about sharing interesting information surrounding the complicated story of introduced and invasive speci...2022-06-221h 06
The Anthropo Scene PodcastHotel Calif-OsmiaSend us a textOur last episode talked about the insect collapse, so what can you do to help? How about a bee hotel? Join us with special guest Sabrina Moore talking all about bee hotels - tips and tricks on what to do, and most importantly what NOT to do. What is a bee hotel? Are bee hotels good? Are bee hotels bad? What is good material to use for a bee hotel? Do I have to clean my bee hotel? And more!Check out more things you can do to help...2022-05-0536 minThe Anthropo Scene PodcastSend us your urban wildlife stories‼️ CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS ‼️Hello nerds! It’s us again! Thanks for sticking around! 🥺❤️We want to do an urban wildlife appreciation video, and we want YOU to tell your urban wildlife stories! 😱Watched foxes grow up in the neighborhood? Have a bathroom spider buddy? The birds in the morning remind you everything’s going to be ok? The sky’s the limit! 🤩Please send us either1. A written account you want us to read 📝Or2. A voice clip of your experience! 🎤In a DM on Instagram or to anthroposcenepodc...2022-04-2702 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastElectric BugalooSend us a textTwo-hour special alert!Guess who's back back back?! Back again?! Becca's back, with buggy friends!Our amazing guest Bug Girl Becca returns to talk to us about a difficult and very real problem the modern is facing. Join us for the emotional roller coaster that is the depressing stats, tarantula babies, the main causes behind insect decline, hosts with food poisoning, bad bees and good bees, breakfast wine, and how YOU can help slow the world wide insect decline. Check out the Xerces SocietyThe...2022-02-232h 09
The Anthropo Scene PodcastSnip 2.4.5 I Got 99 Problems but Tusks Aint OneSend us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. No tusks no problem, right? The issue is a bit more complicated than it may seem at first, joins us today while we explore the following paper: Today Kirstynn and guests co-host Francisco Romero explore how poaching can greatly influence populations and evolution. Campbell-Staton, S. C., Arnold, B. J., Gonçalves, D., Granli, P., Poole, J., Long, R. A., & Pringle, R. M. (2021). Ivory poaching and the rapid evol...2022-02-1831 minThe Anthropo Scene PodcastCharismatic Megafaun...uh?Send us a textInvasive species tend to be small, cryptic, and difficult to locate... right? Come with us to the heart of the Colombian Rain Forest to talk about one of the weirdest invasive species out there, with a intriguing past and a complicated story to tell. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists who are passionate about sharing interesting information surrounding the complicated story of introduced and invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, suggest a future topic and/or collaboration, find us on I...2022-02-091h 01
The Anthropo Scene PodcastSnip 2.3.5 - QnA Number 2!Send us a textFor today's Anthropo Snip we went to Instagram and got our lovely fans to ask us some questions and here are some answers! Thank you to everyone who asked! Feel free to send us questions whenever so we can do another episode like this. Some rescources for cleaning gear and stopping the spread of invasives: http://www.northeastparc.org/products/pdfs/NEPARC_Pub_2014-02_Disinfection_Protocol.pdfhttp://www.cwhc-rcsf.ca/docs/HHWG%20Decontamination%20Protocol%202017-05-30.pdfhttps://your.kingcounty.gov/dnrp/library/water-and-land/science/st...2022-02-0243 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastChange The ChannaSend us a textA voracious, terrifying, man-eating fish stalks the rivers of Europe, and now the United States… ok well not so much. Join as we debunk the fake problems around snakehead fish and talk about some of the real issues with its invasion with our new Episode S2E3 - Change The Channa. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists who are passionate about sharing interesting information surrounding the complicated story of introduced and invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, suggest a future top...2021-12-291h 04
The Anthropo Scene PodcastSnip 2.2.5 Dim The Lights Down LowSend us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. Today’s Paper A look at how artificial light at night, or ALAN, is actually even worse than we thought it was (yay?), enjoy!Kevin J Gaston, Simone Ackermann, Jonathan Bennie, Daniel T C Cox, Benjamin B Phillips, Alejandro Sánchez de Miguel, Dirk Sanders, Pervasiveness of Biological Impacts of Artificial Light at Night, Integrative and Comparative Biology, Volume 61, Issue 3, October 2021, Pages 1098–1110, https://doi.org/10.1093/icb/icab145Th...2021-12-2228 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastHoney, Don't Bee Like That...Send us a textToday a popular conservation icon that is actually… well a threat to conservation in many parts of the world. Come buzz with us about the European Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) as we discuss some of the issues of this widespread invasive of the Americas. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists who are passionate about sharing information surrounding the complicated story of introduced and invasive species around the world. We are serious about research, and less serious about delivery. Come have fun and hopefully learn something new!2021-12-1549 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastSnip 2.1.5 Bye Son... and Everyone ElseSend us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. When did human-related climate impacts actually start moving mega fauna out of their historical ranges and niches? Let’s chat about it!Today’s paper:Pineda-Munoz, S., Wang, Y., Lyons, S. K., Tóth, A. B., & McGuire, J. L. (2021). Mammal species occupy different climates following the expansion of human impacts. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 118(2). https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1922859118 The Anthropo Scene i...2021-11-2528 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastA Bit of a StretchSend us a textWE. ARE. BACK!Join us for our first episode of season 2, talking about an extremely difficult invasive plant that is taking total control over huge regions in the United States.The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists who are passionate about sharing interesting information surrounding the complicated story of introduced and invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, suggest a future topic and/or collaboration, find us on Instagram at @Anthropo_scene_podcast, facebook, or send us an...2021-11-1757 minThe Anthropo Scene PodcastSeason 2 Coming SoonSend us a textHey everyone! Sorry for disappearing on you!Season 2 is coming really soon and we can't wait! Stay tuned!Support the show2021-10-2201 minThe Anthropo Scene PodcastBONUS - How it All Started. Interview w/ Nicholas: How Fishing Impacts TurtlesSend us a textWe thought it would be fun for everyone to get to know how Nicholas and Kirstynn met and to listen in to the first interview we ever did, where Kirstynn Interviewed Nicholas for a video and article (links below) about how recreational fishing can negatively impact wildlife, with a focus on turtles. Enjoy!Video - Fishing impacts on non-target wildlife and mitigating the problem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRp8ggYBLpY&t=1371sBlog - How to have a smaller impact on our small pond wildlife: https...2021-08-0426 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastAnthropo Snip 8.5 - Don't Get Cross With MeSend us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. Today we explore a meta-analysis on wildlife crossing structures and talk about what is general, and not so general about getting wildlife safety across roads and railways. Denneboom, D., Bar-Massada, A., & Shwartz, A. (2021). Factors affecting usage of crossing structures by wildlife–a systematic review and meta-analysis. Science of The Total Environment, 146061.https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0048969721011281This research project was done by Dror Denn...2021-07-2135 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastCoyote Not So Ugly With Zoë RossmanSend us a textOur second ever guest episode! Zoë Rossman PhD student at The University of New Mexico talks to us about coyotes in The United States. We chat about their biology, their success in urban environments and of course about their interactions with people. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, or suggest a future topic and/or collaboration, find us on Instagram at @Anthropo_scene_podcast, fac...2021-07-071h 05
The Anthropo Scene PodcastAnthropo Snip 7.5 - Q&A from the fans #1Send us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. For this episode, Nicholas reached out through social media to collect questions that people wanted us to answer on the show. We talk about sparrows, prescription burning, cats, and more!Thank you to everyone who asked questions and let us know if you want us to do this again!The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about i...2021-06-0939 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastA Boring Beetle Interview with Bug Girl BeccaSend us a textBoring? or boring?!In this episode we get some help from an expert to explore a beetle that is decimating trees across various regions of the world, and how it might be controlled. Join us today for our first ever guest episode! Becca (AKA Bug Girl Becca) talks to us about the emerald ash borer (EAB) in the United States and its respective parasitoids which are the main focus of her studies. Follow Becca or get in touch!Instagram: @BugGirlBeccaTwitter: @BugGirlBecca...2021-05-261h 14The Anthropo Scene PodcastBonus Intreview: Eucalipto con Álvaro BarragánSend us a textKirstynn habla con el profesor Álvaro Barragán sobre el eucalipto en Ecuador. ¿Cómo complican los aspectos económicos y culturales nuestras interacciones con las especies invasoras?Kirstynn speaks with professorÁlvaro Barragán about Eucalyptus in Ecuador. How do economic and cultural aspects complicate our interactions with invasive species? This interview is conducted in Spanish. Spanish and English transcript available. You can watch the video with English subtitles on Kirstynn's youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzzayv7vW6I&t=780sSuppo...2021-05-1223 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastGumming Up The WorksSend us a textToday we explore an invasive tree species that is also an extremely economically important tree in places where it is invasive, and has even become culturally important in some places! Explore this socioeconomic and ecological issue with us via a case study in the Ecuadorian Andes. Listen to the video interview with Álvaro Barragán: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1710928/episodes/8330349Watch the interview on youtube: https://youtu.be/dzzayv7vW6I (English subtitles available) Statement correction: Kirstynn states that bananas are INVASIVE in Ecuador when they...2021-05-121h 01
The Anthropo Scene PodcastSnaked and AfraidSend us a textToday we hone in on a very specific snake species that is taking over a once snake-less island and discuss the issues related to the exotic pet trade, and irresponsible pet ownership. Join us as we explore the impacts of king snakes on the canary islands and how we might reduce this problem now, and in the future. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, or...2021-04-211h 04
The Anthropo Scene PodcastAnthropo Snip 4.5 - Well Wood You Look At That?Send us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. Temperate deciduous forests around the world now only exist in small pockets nestled between developments. How is the plant community impacted by invasive species, urban influence, and time since disturbance? Join us today for some surprising results on the subject!Trammell, T. L., D'Amico III, V., Avolio, M. L., Mitchell, J. C., & Moore, E. (2020). Temperate deciduous forests embedded across developed landscapes: Younger forests harbour invasive plants and urban forests m...2021-04-1532 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastGetting AntsySend us a textToday we talk about a tiny ant that packs a BIG punch. In the top 100 invasive species of the world according to the IUCN, the little fire ant (Wasmannia auropunctata) has successfully spread and taken over countries around the world. Join us talking about the impact of their invasion and how it is being controlled. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, or suggest a future topic a...2021-04-071h 08
The Anthropo Scene PodcastAnthropo Snip 3.5 - More ‘Mander, More ProblemsSend us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. Today we look at a valuable interdisciplinary approach to mapping pressures and stresses on endangered Giant Salamanders in China. Turvey, S. T., Chen, S., Tapley, B., Liang, Z., Wei, G., Yang, J., . . . Cunningham, A. A. (2021). From dirty TO Delicacy? Changing exploitation in China threatens the world's largest amphibians. People and Nature. doi:10.1002/pan3.10185The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and sh...2021-03-3122 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastCrying Over Spilled MilkSend us a textToday we venture into some grey areas of invasive species and play with some tricky definitions surrounding Milkweed in its native and non-native range, and with it, implications for the Monarch Butterfly. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, or suggest a future topic and/or collaboration, find us on Instagram at @Anthropo_scene_podcast, facebook, or send us an email at anthroposcenepodcast@gmail.com.R...2021-03-241h 25
The Anthropo Scene PodcastAnthropo Snip 2.5 - Reindeer Rescue Squad?Send us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. Could restoring large herds of herbivores in the arctic tundra help to slow down permafrost melting and the dangerous climate change effects? Join us while we take a look at this new idea Beer, C., Zimov, N., Olofsson, J., Porada, P., & Zimov, S. (2020). Protection of permafrost soils from thawing by increasing herbivore density. Scientific reports, 10(1), 1-10.https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-60938-yThe Anthropo Sc...2021-03-1720 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastA Pain in the GrassSend us a textToday we talk about a general problem, and a specific invasive species. Join us as we explore impacts of lawn grass on ecosystems, with a specific look at Kentucky Bluegrass in the Northern Great Plains in North America. Which are in central northern USA and Southern Canada (contrary to the mistake in the episode where Kirstynn says Eastern) The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, or su...2021-03-101h 04
The Anthropo Scene PodcastAnthropo Snip 1.5 - Functionally DysfunctionalSend us a textAnthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. Today, a look at the impacts of human activity and development on functional groups and niche partitioning in neotropical freshwater fish of Brazil. Are we reducing the types of fish one can find in these rivers? Pereira, L. M., Dunck, B., & Benedito, E. (2021). Human impacts alter the distribution of fish functional diversity IN NEOTROPICAL stream system. Biotropica. doi:10.1111/btp.12896The Anthropo Scene is an in...2021-03-0621 min
The Anthropo Scene PodcastOH Carp!Send us a textIn today’s episode, we explore the “asian carp”, focusing on Hypopthalmichthys sp., and its invasion of rivers in the Midwestern United States. Join us chatting about the ecology, problems, and potentially solutions, no matter how crazy they may seem, surrounding this introduced fish. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, or suggest a future topic and/or collaboration, find us on Instagram at @Anthropo_scene_podcast, facebook...2021-02-241h 15The Anthropo Scene PodcastIntroduction EpisodeSend us a textMeet Nicholas and Kirstynn, co-hosts of The Anthropo Scene. A quick introduction and giving you an idea of what we hope to do with this podcast. The Anthropo Scene is an independent project by young ecologists hoping to educate and share interesting information about invasive species around the world. If you would like to sponsor an episode, suggest a future topic and/or collaboration, or just say hi, find us on Instagram at @Anthropo_scene_podcast or send us an email at 2021-02-2217 min