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The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastThrough the Lens: Environmental Education Efforts from the South Side to San AntonioHow can environmental education (EE) serve as a bridge in our increasingly fractured society? Filmmakers James Parker and Juliet Grable are exploring a powerful question through their upcoming documentary, In Our Nature. Drawing on their previous work documenting rural Oregon communities adapting to a changing climate, James and Juliet have discovered that assumptions about populations different from our own often dissolve when people connect over what we share: the planet. In Our Nature investigates how environmental education is one of our most effective tools for building community and finding common ground across perceived divides. Learn mo...2025-06-0431 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastEarth Day Special Episode with NAAEE's Judy BrausIn this special Earth Day episode of The World We Want, host Gerry Ellis is joined by Judy Braus, Executive Director of NAAEE and longtime leader in the environmental education field, to talk about how education fuels action, connection, and a sense of possibility in the face of our biggest challenges.Access the resources, webinars, and podcasts referenced by Judy and Gerry by visiting https://eepro.naaee.org/eepodcast/Earth-Day-2025.Send us your thoughts! > The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast is an educational outreach project of the North American Association for...2025-04-2222 min
Parenting Takes a Village: North Seattle College and You!S 3 Episode 11 – Playing Outside with ChildrenReconnecting with Wonder featuring Khavin DebbsIn this heartwarming episode of Parenting Takes a Village, we step outside—literally—and explore the transformative power of outdoor play with children. Our guest, Khavin Debbs, shares how nature has always been more than a backdrop—it’s been a lifeline, a classroom, and a source of deep joy.From his childhood days in Sacramento spent meditating and playing in his parents’ yard to his time as a Tiny Trees Outdoor Preschool preschool teacher, Khavin’s connection to nature runs deep. Now an adjunct professor at the University of Washingto...2025-04-1638 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastNature and Belonging: Fostering Meaningful Youth Mentorship with CJ GrecoFor many teens, finding a place where they truly belong can be life-changing. CJ Greco knows this firsthand. Having grown up in zoo education programs and after a voyage of self-discovery halfway around the world, CJ has found a safe space to explore, learn, and be herself. Now, as a teen program manager at Lincoln Park Zoo, CJ is creating that same sense of place for young people stepping into the world of conservation.Teen volunteer programs aren’t just about learning science—they’re about finding a place where you can be yourself.CJ G...2025-04-0352 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastGlobal Voices: Lessons from Young African Leaders on Climate and Sustainability with Harrison Ashangwa and Richard TusabeTurning universal challenges into local solutions through environmental education, two young African leaders, Harrison Ashangwa and Ritchie Tusabe, are keeping EE relevant and thriving through youth-led initiatives. Harrison and Ritchie both grew up in African countries where environmental education is part of daily life—as knowledge passed down from elders and incorporated into everyday care for their land and communities.So what inspired these two young men along their paths to become educators and organizational leaders for thousands of youth and adults across the continent? Join The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast Episode 9 to find out!...2025-03-1352 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastOutdoor Classrooms and Digital Tools: Reimagining Education for Today’s Students with Stefan MossHow can a student’s future be impacted when a scientist passionate about education steps into the classroom? Stefan Moss, an environmental scientist and educator, joins host Gerry Ellis to discuss how he transforms complex science principles into engaging, hands-on learning experiences, fostering both hope and awe in young learners. From his early days growing up in the Bahamas to working with middle schoolers in Georgia, Stefan shares how curiosity and representation can change the way young people see themselves—and their future careers in science.Visit https://eepro.naaee.org/eepodcast/Stefan-Moss to learn more about Stef...2025-02-2044 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastTransforming Environmental Education from Knowledge to Action with Kathy McGlauflin and Gus MedinaDelve into how environmental education programs have evolved from lessons of awareness to calls to action. Join host Gerry Ellis in this thought-provoking conversation with Kathy McGlauflin and Gus Medina, examining how these shifts, along with the changes in methods and technology, have shaped the field and what it means for connecting people to nature in a modern world. Find resources and teaching materials that address these very concepts by visiting https://eepro.naaee.org/eepodcast/Gus-Medina-Kathy-McGlauflin.Send us your thoughts! > The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast is an educational outreach project of...2025-01-2845 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastTeaching Through Laughter: A New Bridge to Climate Conversations with Esteban GastHow can humor break down barriers and ignite hope in the face of climate change? Join comedian and climate educator Esteban Gast as he reveals how comedy can inspire climate awareness and action. From navigating diverse audiences to building bridges through laughter and shared experiences, Esteban and his cohort of comedians bring fresh perspectives on hope and creativity in times of real challenge. In this episode of The World We Want, Esteban takes us on a journey of blending comedy and education to address climate change. Learn how his innovative approach helps foster understanding and inspire action in unexpected...2025-01-0848 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast102. Are You Team Moo Deng or Team Pesto? (with CJ Greco, Host of The Birdy Bunch Podcast & Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo) [Pangolin Holiday Spectacular 2024]It is time to settle the biggest and most controversial debate of the year, are you #TeamMooDeng or #TeamPesto?! To fight it out, I am joined by the Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo, the host of the Birdy Bunch Podcast and one of the NAAEE 30 Under 30 – the incredible CJ Greco!
CJ was here last week talking all about their favourite conservation stories of the year. This time, we don’t just argue about hippos and penguins, we also talk about our personal nature highlights from 2024, our career and life goals for 2025, and we decide what...2024-12-3057 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast101. Recapping the Very Best of Conservation in 2024! (with CJ Greco, Host of The Birdy Bunch Podcast & Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo) [Pangolin Holiday Spectacular 2024]It is time for the annual PANGOLIN HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR! This year, I am joined by the Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo, the host of the Birdy Bunch Podcast, and one of the NAAEE 30 Under 30, the incredible CJ Greco! We are going to talk a little bit about their work, their love of puns, and how they came to be one of the BEST environmental educators I know!
We are of course also going to recap all of the best
conservation and nature news of the year! So, we are talking Scottish Wildcats, Partula Snails...2024-12-2350 min
Field Chats: Environmental Action Civics EssentialsEpisode 28: Behind the scenes of EAC: Conversation with Evan from Data+SoulIn this episode, you'll get a glimpse into a more equitable and human-focused way to conduct evaluations, featuring Evan Kuras from Data+Soul. Earth Force has partnered with Evan as we refine our evaluation and build an equitable community of practice. Enjoy!
Mentioned in the show:
https://www.dataplussoul.com/studio/p/data-equity-deck
https://www.dataplussoul.com/studiohttps://evaluation.naaee.org/
Additional info:
https://www.publicprofit.net/Creative-Ways-To-Solicit-Stakeholder-Feedback/
https://weallcount.com/tools/
https://crea.education.illinois.edu/2024-12-1824 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastShattering Assumptions About the Rules of Conservation Education with Dr. Kathayoon KhalilHow can we rethink the role of nonformal education and conservation spaces to build deeper connections with the world around us? In this episode of The World We Want, Dr. Kathayoon Khalil shares how breaking barriers, building connections, and fostering empathy can create a brighter future for people and the planet. She also discusses the value of conservation educators embracing their full identities—beyond their roles in environmental education—to bring fresh perspectives and resilience to the work they do.Visit https://eepro.naaee.org/eepodcast/Kathayoon-Khalil to learn more about Kathayoon and The World We Want. ...2024-12-1236 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastWhen You Wonder, You're Learning: A Legacy of Learning with Authors Gregg Behr and Ryan RydzewskiEffective education doesn't happen accidentally. Fred Rogers, beloved educator, television personality, and friend to millions through the TV screen, knew this. His thoughtful approach to Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was grounded in science, pedagogy, and a deep understanding of children’s emotional and intellectual needs. In this episode of The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast, Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski invite us into The Neighborhood and Mister Rogers’ meticulous method for inspiring curiosity and wonder, key states of mind for fostering learning in environmental education.From using digital tools and hands-on classroom activities to simply sayi...2024-11-2745 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastGreetings from Pittsburgh: The NAAEE Conference 2024 Recap!The great Pennsylvanian poet Taylor Swift once asked, “are
there still beautiful things?”. The NAAEE Conference in Pittsburgh proved the answer is a resounding YES!
I was lucky enough to be able to attend the North American Association for Environmental Education Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from the 6th-9th of November 2024! I met the most incredible people, made the most wonderful friends, and learned more than I ever could have dreamed of. It was constructive, challenging, enlightening, inspiring and joyful. This episode is a recap of that event, but also a huge thank all of the beautiful soul...2024-11-2445 min
The World We Want: The NAAEE PodcastExploring the Healthy Heart of Environmental Education with Dr. Vik MohanDr. Vik Mohan speaks of his lifelong journey of stewardship, healing, listening, and community building in this episode of The World We Want: the NAAEE Podcast. Find out more about Vik's work in Madagascar, across Africa, and within, as he and host Gerry Ellis discuss what it takes for meaningful partnerships and on a personal level, the well-being that supercharges the work he and other conservation leaders pursue. Listen in on the conversation that highlights the value of integrating diverse disciplines, fostering deep, sustained community connections, and embracing a holistic view of well-being in environmental work. 2024-11-0639 min