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In The Garden with Ron WilsonGrowing Microgreens with Rachel Haber 11/4/2023Check out http://www.knowingnature.com
2023-11-0421 min
Knowing NatureEp. 68 Platypus matters. Not weird, just wonderful.Interview with Jack Ashby about his recent book, Platypus Matters. We talk a bit about the amazing platypus, the history of natural history collecting, and why we should think carefully about the language we use to talk about animals.
Full show notes
2023-08-2847 min
The EASY Organic Gardener PodcastGrowing Goodness: Unveiling the Magic of Microgreens with Rachel Haber, Founder of KnowingNatureRachel Haber, founder of Knowing Nature, highlights the nutritional benefits of microgreens and the value that gardening brings to our daily lives as she discusses how her company provides an approachable way for anyone, anywhere, to grow. KnowingNature provides people with the tools to grow microgreens at home, no matter the location. In this podcast, Rachel explains what microgreens are, the expanse of their benefits, and how easy they are to grow. She delves deep into how her products work, the ease of their use (great for both children and adults) and how growing microgreens is beneficial for y...
2023-05-3149 min
Knowing NatureEp 67 - Going on a Moss SafariConversation with Andy Chandler-Grevatt about moss safaris, how to meet a tardigrade, and how encounters with tiny animals can spark interest in nature and science.
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2023-03-2956 minKnowing NatureEp 66 - Bogs and mossConversation with Joshua Styles from British Botany and the Northwest Rare Plants Initiative. We talk about bogs, their importance for carbon storage, and about some of the amazing plants that live in these harsh habitats.
Full notes at KnowingNature.cc
2023-02-1848 min
Your Midwest Garden PodcastMicroGreens "The Interview"Send us a textAfter our trial run, planting, growing and harvesting... we finally talk with the founder/owner of Knowing Nature. The Interview, as I call it is here for all.If you listened to the two previous "surprise" mid-winter episodes, you know Rachel sent us a micro greens kit to try. And we did, with much success! In fact, I have another batch of seeds growing. Eating healthy in Winter can be tough, but micro greens gives you that extra boost, especially those of you doing that New Years dieting.Join...
2023-01-1258 min
Your Midwest Garden PodcastMicroGreens 7 Day UPDATESend us a textA SURPRISE EPISODE #2!!!Mike & I were asked to try out a MicroGreens growing product and of course we said YES! This episode is the "as promised" update on how successful, or not, our sprouting micro greens have become. The Day Seven update!Our THANKS to:KnowingNature helps you grow healthy microgreens at home, no matter where you live. Our planters are designed specifically to grow microgreens indoors without racks, grow lights or artificial pods. We believe that real gardening experiences feed your stomach and...
2022-12-1510 min
DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden10 Indoor Gardening Ideas When You Can't Get Outside - DIY Garden MinuteListen to todays episode to hear 10 different indoor gardening ideas when you can't get outside to garden! Make sure to click the links below to see what we mean and what sparks your interest: Grow Microgreens, like at knowingnature.com Learn new garden skills by reading new books or taking free garden ecourses Grow hydroponic food, herbs, flowers Start seeds indoors Visit botanical gardens, indoor plant conservatories, etc Do garden crafts, like wreath-making, cards, or pressing flowers Clean and sharpen garden tools Tend to indoor plants Plan for next year Organize seed packets Help that gardener i...
2022-12-1202 min
Your Midwest Garden PodcastMicroGreens UnboxingSend us a textA SURPRISE EPISODE!!!Mike & I were asked to try out a MicroGreens growing product and of course we said YES! In this episode, we had an impromptu gathering in the kitchen to unbox our test shipment. We look forward to the results and a proper conversation with our new friend Rachel, from Knowing Nature. Look for that early in the new year! KnowingNature helps you grow healthy microgreens at home, no matter where you live. Our planters are designed specifically to grow microgreens indoors without racks...
2022-12-0821 minKnowing NatureEp 65 - SciComms and job interview adviceLooking to get into science communication? Wanting to move from the classroom to environmental education outdoors or in museums? In this episode I'm joined by Alison Shean to discuss what a science communicator does, and share job interview tips.
Job interview tips at 12:00
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2022-11-0845 minKnowing NatureEp 64 - Project SeagrassSeagrass meadows are one of the least-known habitat types, but they are very important for carbon sequestration and as nurseries for many fish species. In this episode I speak with Project Seagrass to learn more about seagrass habitats, restoration success, and how people can get involved in protecting these marine grasslands.
Full show notes
2022-03-0147 minKnowing NatureEP 63 -LGBTQ+ inclusivity in biology educationSupporting LGBTQ+ students in higher education. Why identity matters in STEM, the positive impacts of an instructor choosing to be out, and reducing anxiety in active learning practices.
Full show notes with links to related resources and in-depth reading.
2022-02-1455 minKnowing NatureEp 62 - LGBTQ+ tours in zoology museumsInterview with the University Museum of Zoology in Cambridge about their Bridging Binaries tours. These tours look at the contributions that LGBTQ+ perspectives have made to natural history, and highlight ways in which nature is more complex than simple binaries.
Full show notes here
2022-02-0837 minKnowing NatureEp 61 - Queer Identity, research, and cricket behaviourInterview with Thomas Green, PhD candidate at the Centre for Biological Diversity at the University of St Andrew’s. We discuss how heteronormative and queer perspectives have shaped research into animal reproductive behaviour. Thomas share's about their research into evolution of same-sex sexual behaviours in non-human animals, and cricket mating behaviours.
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/2022/02/01/ep-61-queer-identity-research-and-cricket-behaviour/
2022-02-0145 minKnowing NatureEp 60 - Bat ecology, citizen science, and walksInterview with Phillip from the Bat Conservation Trust about their citizen science programmes. We also discuss a bit of bat ecology and share tips for leading a successful bat walk.
Full notes on the podcast website.
Follow the podcast on twitter @KN_podcast
Music in this episode: Marble Machine by Wintergaten
2022-01-1842 minKnowing NatureEp 59 - Birdwatching and Community scienceInterview with the Tahoma Audubon Society about birdwatching, community science, and issues to think about when feeding birds.
Read the full show notes here.
2022-01-0356 minKnowing NatureEp 58 - Oil spills, science, and community in AlaskaDiscussion about environmental education in Cordova, Alaska. How the programs at the Prince William Sound Science Centre address the legacy of the Exxon Valdez oil spill. We also talk about their summer programs. Bringing together kids from across the Copper River watershed, and allowing them to share their different experiences with the river and understand the connections between their communities.
Prince William Sound Science Centre
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2021-11-1552 minKnowing NatureEp 57 - Saving the Shea Tree with Agroforestry in UgandaInterview about a campaign to develop local agroforestry in order to encourage communities to protect shea trees from being cut down for charcoal production.
Save the Shea Tree campaign website
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2021-10-3145 minKnowing NatureEp 56 - Butterfly conservation and livelihoods in KenyaInterview with the manager of the Kipepeo Butterfly Project, a conservation initiative manged in part by the National Museum of Kenya. The project works with locals around the Arabuko Sokoke forest national park to breed butterflies for export to butterfly displays around the world.
The project has improved the incomes of families and communities living around the forest. It has also changed attitudes from wanting protections against development removed, to supporting forest rangers. The Kipepeo Project has also allowed the National Museum of Kenya to regularly monitor butterfly populations within the forest, which have been d...
2021-07-1740 minKnowing NatureEp 55 - Philosophy and the environmental movementConversation with Professor Martin Bunzl about what philosophy has to add to discussions around environmental issues. We also look at some of the themes in his latest book, Thinking While Walking. How should we think about the nature of the risks posed by climate change? What are the moral dimensions of sacrificing the wellbeing of some species for the wellbeing of others?
For more information about Martin Bunzl head to his website. www.mbunzl.org
Thinking While Walking and other books by Martin Bunzl
Full show notes on the Kn...
2021-07-0549 minKnowing NatureEp 54 - Bumblebees and citizen scienceInterview with Dr. Richard Comont from the Bumblebee Conservation Trust about their citizen science programmes. Information about what's involved in each scheme with suggestions for the amount of time and experience is needed for each one. We also discuss recommendations for ID guides of UK bees and bumblebees (33:30).
Find out more about the Bumblebee Conservation Trust
Full show notes on the Knowing Nature website
2021-06-0742 minKnowing NatureEp 53 - Film Club - SeaspiracyDiscussion with Rosie and Cristina about the 2021 documentary Seaspiracy. We discuss its successes and failings as a piece of science communication or environmental education, including the pitfalls of using the conspiracy framing. We also share a few ideas for how teachers might make use of the film in their classes, or approach the various issues it raises.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
Whose views are being represented? Whose are being left out?
How does it compare with other ocean documentaries?
More from this episode's guests
Rosie's w...
2021-05-1757 minKnowing NatureEp 52 - Evaluating success in environmental educationDiscussion with Lorna Fox about evaluation in environmental education. We talk about some of the limitations with how educators generally evaluate the success of their programmes, and highlight some of the pitfalls of relying on observations of student engagement during sessions.
Check out this free pdf resource from the North American Association for Environmental Education:
Practitioner Guide to Assessing Connection to Nature
Notes and suggestions for improving your use of evaluation in the full show notes here.
2021-05-1054 minKnowing NatureEp 51 - Rocks, erosion, and decomposition in a cemetery parkInterview with Dimuthu about the education programme at the Soanes Centre in Tower Hamlets Cemetery park. Dim walks us through a few of the sessions he runs, including sessions on soil formation and rocks which take advantage of one of the special features of the cemetery park, the historical grave stones. He also talks a bit about navigating the topics of death and decay which inevitably come up teaching in such a unique setting.
This interview was recorded on location with a door open for ventilation, and fortunately/unfortunately includes a lot of background noise.
(Bo...
2021-04-2638 minKnowing NatureEp 50 - Balancing needs of nature and people in a cemetery parkInterview with Kenneth Greenway, about balancing the needs of people and nature in a historic cemetery park. He tells us how he uses foraging as a way to encourage people to value their park while also learning some botany. Ken also shares how staff manage antisocial behaviour like teenagers peeing in bins.
Full show notes here
2021-04-1935 minKnowing NatureEp 49 - A cross-curricular unit on parts and needs of plantsIdeas for a cross curricular unit on the parts and needs of plants based on the UK year 3 curriculum (ages 7-8). Starts with an example story inspired by the history of strawberries.
Full show notes here
2021-04-1226 minKnowing NatureEp 48- Journal Club - Climate in curriculum; benefits of hope-enhancing programmesDiscussion of two pieces of research and what they mean for environmental educators. Potential problems with embedding climate and sustainability in the curriculum. How environmental-hope-enhancing programs could resolve some of these issues.
State of climate education in the UK - Teach the future
Environmental-hope-enhancing programs in schools - Journal of Environmental Education
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
2021-04-0529 minKnowing NatureEp 47 - Art and meaningful work kids are proud to take homeInterview with Educator and Artist Charlotte about her experiences facilitating art workshops, and helping people take pride in their work. Then ideas for how environmental educators can adjust what we have kids do so that the experiences are more meaningful, and kids actually want to take home the paper we give them.
Show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Marble Machine by Wintergatan
2021-03-2946 minKnowing NatureEp 46 - South London Botanical InstituteInterview with Sarah Webley, Education and Outreach Coordinator at the South London Botanical Institute. We discuss how they structure their school sessions, and get an overview of the huge variety of programmes they offer.
Find out more on their website https://www.slbi.org.uk/
Full notes and photos of their activities at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
2021-03-2244 minKnowing NatureEp 45 - Film club - ArrivalDiscussion of the 2016 film Arrival. Podcaster and author Atul Kumar discusses how taking a totally alien perspective can help break through impasses in tackling environmental issues.
You may want to watch the film before listening and consider:
How does Louise’s approach to communication differ from the other characters?
Are there lessons which can be applied to environmental and science communication?
What preconceptions do other characters bring to the situation?
Are the preconceptions helpful or a hindrance?
Get in touch with Atul:
Website - https://atulsearth.co.uk/
Twitte...
2021-03-1549 minKnowing NatureEp 44 - Pond dipping and night-time nature at London Wetland CentreInterview with Paul, Learning manager at the London Wetland Centre (LWC). A site maintained by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT). We discuss the ever popular pond dipping sessions, how they're structured and the resources provided to support students. Paul also shares his thoughts on the wonders of exploring nature at night.
Check out excerpts of resources used at LWC and full notes on this episode at on the Knowing Nature website.
Twitter - @KN_Podcast
Email- knowingnaturepodcast@gmail.com
2021-03-0835 minKnowing NatureEp 43 - Enviro Ed research news; moth evolution resourcePart 1: Discussion on a report from Learning Through Landscapes about the results of a pilot project involving 47 UK schools and 1000+ students.
Part 2: Primer on a resource on the peppered moth and evolution, using digitized specimens from the collections of the Natural History Museum.
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
2021-03-0128 minKnowing NatureEp 42 - EcoActive and forest schoolInterview with environmental educator Catia about her work with EcoActive, a charity based in East London. EcoActive runs workshops with schools and community groups, concentrating on long term projects with schools with emphasis on being experiential and solutions focused. We particularly talk about EcoActive's forest school programmes, how they work and what the benefits are for participants.
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
2021-02-2242 minKnowing NatureEp 41 - Film Club - Whitefang
Discussion of the 2018 film Whitefang. Educators Maggie and Ayesha return to discuss the relationships between humans and animals depicted in the movie.
You may like to watch the film first and think about:
What are the different ways people interact with their environment and animals?
How do you feel about the relationships between people and animals in the film?
2021-02-1533 minKnowing NatureEp 40 - Activities for early yearsInterview with freelance educator Gini Trower about her work with afterschool clubs and nursery groups. She shares her experience getting started as a freelance environmental educator and talks us through a few of her favourite activities. Find out more about Gini and her workshops: https://www.thewalledgardenherts.com/
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Twitter: @KN_Podcast
2021-02-0835 minKnowing NatureEp 39 - Season 2 Intro and Gloucestershire Wildlife TrustInterview with Lorna Fox, Head of Engagement and Learning at Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. We talk about some of the Trust's most successful programmes, and a new pilot project aimed at helping school make use of their own green spaces so that nature becomes a part of the school culture.
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Find out more about Gloucestershire wildlife trust
2021-01-2446 minKnowing NatureEp 38 - Ocean School
Interview with Lucija, Science producer at Ocean School.
Ocean School aims to provide learners, the next generation of ocean citizens, with the knowledge and tools to understand our influence on the ocean and the ocean’s influence on us. They produce educational experiences which use powerful storytelling techniques, immersive technologies and interactive media. Its inquiry-based approach advances critical thinking, innovation and environmental awareness.
Ocean School website
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com
Music: Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz/
2020-12-0629 minKnowing NatureEp 37 - Decolonizing environmental educationHow colonialism has affected environmental education. Arguments for the relevance of this topic in places which don't have a recent history of colonization by another culture. Tips for culturally responsive teaching and suggestions for avoiding common pitfalls.
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz
2020-11-2929 minKnowing NatureEp 36 - Journal Club - Ways of KnowingDiscussion on the article “Indigenous knowledge and science revisited”, by Aikenhead and Ogawa (2007) from the journal of Cultural Studies of Science Education. The article describes and compares Euro-American sciences, Indigenous, and neo-indigenous ways of knowing.
We're joined by Maggie and Tom to reflect on these ways of knowing and how they relate to our practice as environmental educators.
Full notes on the discussion, including a summary and link to the journal article, can be found on our website.
https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com
2020-11-2252 minKnowing NatureEp 35 - Film Club - Lost City of ZDiscussion about the 2016 film The Lost City of Z. We discuss themes of how people relate to the Amazon and the peoples who live there. The first of a few episodes which will look at issues of colonialism in environmental education.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
How is the Amazon depicted?
What does the movie make you think about the Amazon and the people who live there?
How does the movie make you feel about the Amazon and the people who live there?
Music: Gradual Sunrise by Da...
2020-11-1449 minKnowing NatureEp 34 - Film Club - ArachnophobiaDiscussion of the 1990 film Arachnophobia. We talk about the ecology of the movie spiders as they relate to real world species, and about whether the film shows science in a bit of a bad light.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
How does the film depict spiders? Are they monsters or animals?
How does the film depict scientists? Are the villains, heroes, or support?
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Twitter: @KN_podcast
Music: Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz
2020-10-2541 minKnowing NatureEp 33 - Teaching about habitatsWhat is a habitat? What makes a specific habitat? Why should we care about the topic? We explore the answers to these questions and offer some suggestions for approaching it in classrooms and outdoor settings.
Full show notes: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz
2020-10-1116 minKnowing NatureEp 32 - Game-based education with MinecraftAn interview with Sarah Elliott, teacher at the Royal Ontario Museum, about she's using Minecraft for remote engagement with students. She shares how the programme began with rocks and minerals, but has since become a more complex world where students explore responsible resource use and develop 21st century learning competencies.
This episode was recorded June 26, 2020.
Music: Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz
2020-09-2636 minKnowing NatureEp 31 - Journal club - Art in environmental educationDiscussion about the current science focus in environmental education and how art might enhance scientific investigation skills. We also share experiences of being pigeonholed into thinking of ourselves as science or art people and consider the benefits of breaking down these self imposed barriers.
Full notes and suggestions for further reading at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz
2020-09-1938 minKnowing NatureEp 30 - Locust pheromones and science as a processA suggested outline for effective science reporting using examples of news articles about the identification of a pheromone associated with swarming locusts. We critique reporting in Nature, The Daily Mail, and Business insider. Arguing that focusing too much on results could undermine long-term confidence in scientists and scientific institutions. Reporting which focuses on science as a process may avoid some of these pitfalls.
Full show notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. CC 3.0 US License
2020-09-0618 minKnowing NatureEp 29 - Murder hornets and science news literacyUsing science news literacy skills to put click-bait in context. Discussion about recent stories of ‘murder hornets’ found in monitoring traps in the United States. Tips to avoid being distracted by emotionally charged language.
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. CC 3.0 US License
2020-08-2939 minKnowing NatureEp 28 - Film club - MoanaDiscussion about environmental themes in the 2016 Disney film, Moana. We discuss the ocean, representation, and depiction of indigenous knowledge and skills.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
How does the movie make you feel about the ocean? How does it give you that feeling?
Who, if anyone, is the villain of the movie?
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. CC 3.0 US License
2020-08-2244 minKnowing NatureEp 27 - Journal Club - Uncertainty and the nature of scienceDiscussion about challenges of teaching science. The discussion is framed by a paper by Rabinovich and Morton (2012) which looked at participants beliefs about the nature of science and how it impacts their response to varying degrees on uncertainty in science communication.
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. CC 3.0 US License
2020-08-1734 minKnowing NatureEp 26 - Teaching about climate changeIssues and considerations when teaching about climate change in schools and other environmental education providers. We talk problems with curriculum, climate anxiety, and the benefits of taking a whole school approach.
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-08-1439 minKnowing NatureEp 25 - Introduction to climate changeA brief teacher's guide to some climate change terminology and impacts.
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-08-1336 minKnowing NatureEp 24 - Film club - Finding Nemo
Discussion of the 2003 film Finding Nemo, directed by Andrew Stanton. Featuring guests Ayesha and Rosie.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
How do parents in the movie deal with risk?
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-08-0837 minKnowing NatureEp 23 - Film club - The MegDiscussion about the 2018 film The Meg, directed by Jon Turteltaub.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
What does the film make you feel about the shark?
What human impacts on the ocean are depicted?
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Intro/Outro music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. CC 3.0 US License
2020-08-0142 minKnowing NatureEp 23 - Making the most of pondsTips for setting up a wildlife pond and ideas for using it with kids or classes.
Safety considerations (11:15)
Plants and animals (20:07)
Lesson planning tips and ideas (26:00)
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Intro/Outro music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. CC 3.0 US License
2020-07-2534 minKnowing NatureEp 21- Film club - Jurassic park
Discussion of the 1993 classic of palaeontology, Jurassic Park, directed by Steven Spielberg. Guests this episode: Tom and Conor.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
Are there situations where you would want to bring back an extinct species?
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Intro/Outro music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. CC 3.0 US License
2020-07-1858 minKnowing NatureEp 20- Successful bug huntingTips for running a successful bug hunt as an educator. What to consider when setting up a wildlife area. Ideas for planning bug hunting lessons.
Full notes at: https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Intro/Outro music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-07-1126 minKnowing NatureEp 19 - Video games and enviro-edDiscussion on how video games can be used as a tool for learning about the natural world. Ideas for teachers. Discussion on Minecraft, Oxygen not Included, and Animal Crossing.
This episode's guest is Tom L. Full show notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Intro/Outro music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-07-0240 minKnowing NatureEp 18 - Film club - NausicaaDiscussion of the 1984 anime film Nausicaa of the valley of the wind. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
This episode’s guests are environmental educators, Maggie and Paul.
You may want to watch the film first and think about:
How do the different groups in the film relate to the natural world?
How do the different groups of people feel about nature? Why?
Intro/Outro music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-06-2732 minKnowing NatureEp 17 - Film club - Over the HedgeDiscussion about the film Over the hedge. Released in 2006. Recommended for ages 8-12. This week's guests are educators Ayesha and Lauren.
You may like to watch the film first and think about these questions.
What type of food does the movie focus on? What might happen to these animals in the next year
Intro/Outro music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-06-0734 minKnowing NatureEp. 16 - Film club - FerngullyDiscussion about environmental and conservation themes in the film Ferngully. Film recommended for ages 5-12. This week's guests: Science and environmental educators Ayesha and Ane.
You may like to watch the movie first have a think about: What species do you recognize in the film? Who’s the villain?
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-05-3030 minKnowing NatureEp 15 - Education indoors and outBenefits and challenges for environmental education in classrooms and outdoors. Strategies for dealing with these challenges and thinking about topics which are better tackled in particular settings. Apologies for the audio strangeness in this episode!
Featuring environmental educators Maggie and Paul.
Full notes at knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/2020/05/23/episode-15-education-indoors-and-out/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-05-2336 minKnowing NatureEp 14 - Nature photographyTips for getting started in nature photography and taking photos for identification purposes. This week’s guests tell us about the off-the-beaten-track photography hobbies.
Astrophotography (17:00)
Cyanotyping (25:00)
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-05-1237 minKnowing NatureEp 13 - Nature booksA few nature book recommendations for adults and kids. Kids book recommendations at 22 min.
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-05-0527 minKnowing NatureEp 12 - Plants at homeIdeas for engaging with plants without needing to leave your home. Time to rearrange, re-pot, and take cuttings. Make the most of kitchen scraps. Some thoughts on setting up your own terrarium.
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-04-2734 minKnowing NatureEp 11 - Spiders at homeInfo on common spiders you might find in your house here in the UK. Are they dangerous (no they're not). And activities for getting to know your 8-legged roommates.
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-04-0632 minKnowing NatureEp 10b - Invertebrates in our homesAddon to Ep.10. I ask some friends to tell us about how they've made habitats for invertebrates. We discuss snails, woodlice, worms, and kitchen herbs in window boxes.
Full notes at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-03-3016 minKnowing NatureEp 10 - Invertebrates from homeSince we're all stuck indoors, here are some ideas for how to get started studying invertebrates from the comfort of your own home. How to keep dead windowsill specimens safe. Ideas for building your own ID key.
More at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-03-2629 minKnowing NatureEp 9 - Birds from homeSuggestions for how to get into watching birds from home. Ideas for teaching about birds and migration.
More at https://knowingnaturepodcast.wordpress.com/
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-03-2124 min
Knowing NatureEp 8 - Nature in filmsDiscussing the importance of how nature is depicted in movies. Ideas for using films to explore ecosystems and how people and nature interact.
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-02-0732 minKnowing NatureEp. 7 - 2019 Nature newsFirst photo of a black hole. Deer seen first time in 30 years. Nene no longer endangered. Rats playing hide and seek. EPA to expand use of antibiotics against citrus greening.
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg. Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 US License
2020-01-1926 minKnowing NatureEp. 6 - Mammals tour - pt 2Another tour through mammals! This week looks at mammal reproductive strategies. Discussion focuses on considerations when planning a tour and the various roles of a tour guide.
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg
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2019-12-1330 minKnowing NatureEp. 5 - Mammals tour - pt 1Ep. 5 - Mammals tour - pt 1
A tour through the Mammals hall at the Natural History Museum in London with info on teeth and diets. Discussion on planning tours/lessons for younger audiences and tips for getting the most out of a museum visit.
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg
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2019-12-0534 minKnowing NatureEp. 4 - FrogsEpisode 4 - Frogs
Fascinating frogs facts. Threats to frogs. Then info on how to raise tadpoles, considerations for ponds, and frogs as pets.
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg
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2019-10-2245 minKnowing NatureEp. 3 - The rubbish episodeEpisode 3 - The rubbish episode
Past and present issues with pollution and tackling it in everyday life.
Get involved at:
www.mcsuk.org/beachwatch/greatbritishbeachclean
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg
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2019-09-2133 minKnowing NatureEp. 2 - Plants: To pick or not to pickEpisode 2 - Plants: To pick or not to pick
Issues around collecting plants. Some botanical activity ideas.
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg
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2019-08-1232 minKnowing NatureEp. 1 - Getting startedPaper discussed: Chawla, L. (2007). Childhood Experiences Associated with Care for the Natural World
https://doi.org/10.7721/chilyoutenvi.17.4.0144
Music: Selfish by Derek Clegg - https://bit.ly/2XB6XOA
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