Τα καλύτερα Gonna Die podcast (2024)

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Sabbatical Announcement

9M ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! We’re going to take a little sabbatical while Jen gets her PhD but don’t fret, we’ll be back! You can still reach us on Instagram and email (youregonnadieoutthere@gmail.com)! Share your adventures and until next time…. Don’t Die Out There!Από τον You're Gonna Die Out There

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Nature Nugget: Surfing

10M ago

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Welcome to 2024 Nature Nerds! In this Nature Nugget, Megan talks surfing, the mountaineering of the ocean!References: https://www.hbo.com/100-foot-wavehttps://www.explainthatstuff.com/surfingscience.htmlhttps://www.sfgate.com/hawaii/article/hawaii-surfing-star-mikala-jones-dies-18198643.phphttps://www.surfertoday.com/surfing/the-most-notable-deaths…

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A Strong Sense of Self Preservation

11M ago

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Happy Holidays Nature Nerds! In this, our last episode of 2023, Jen talks about the dangers of K2 and the recent tragedy of Muhammad Hassan.Organization to Support: The Intrepid Foundationhttps://www.theintrepidfoundation.org/We empower our travelers to make real impact in the communities they visit.Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported…

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Patreon Release: A Mitten Full of Downers

11M ago

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A big thanks to Patron Annette for this suggestion! In this month's bonus episode, Jen talks about Lapland and the amazing story of Aimo Koivunen and the down side of mittens! Enjoy!Organization to Support: Snowchange CooperativeSnowchange.orgSnowchange was started in late 2000 to document climate and environmental change in the North and work with…

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Nature Nugget: Lake Nyos

12M ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds- this week Jen shares the creepy and mysterious story of Lake Nyos!Links:https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/gas-cloud-kills-cameroon-villagershttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Nyos_disasterhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/defusing-africas-killer-lakes-88765263/https://theconversation.com/cameroons-explo…

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A Creepy Black-Eyed Baby Doll to Match the Yowls

1y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! This week Megan talks Snow Leopards! Bundle up and enjoy!Organization to Support: Snow Leopard Trusthttps://snowleopard.org/The Snow Leopard Trust aims to protect this endangered cat through community-based conservation projects that are based on an improved scientific understanding of snow leopard behavior, needs, habitats …

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Nature Nugget: Quicksand and Other Ramblings

1y ago

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This week Megan talks quicksand! Enjoy!References: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quicksandhttps://www.britannica.com/story/how-deadly-is-quicksandhttps://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/earth/geology/do-people-die-in-quicksand.htmhttps://www.bbc.com/future/article/20160323-can-quicksand-really-suck-you-to-your-deathhttps://interestingengi…

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Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson AKA Maui (I'm sure he'll fit in the Emergency Preparedness Kit!)

1y ago

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This week's episode, Jen tackles the infamous Bermuda Triangle! Organization to Support: Conservation International: The Coral Triangle Initiativehttps://www.conservation.org/projects/coral-triangle-initiativeAs a founding partner of the CTI since its inception in 2007, Conservation International works with governments, communities and other stakeh…

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Nature Nugget: The Sargassum Blob

1y ago

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This week Jen shares some news about the sargassum blob! Links:https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/heres-the-real-story-behind-the-massive-blob-of-seaweed-heading-toward-florida/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/07/us/seaweed-blob-florida-sargassum-shrinking.htmlhttps://www.bbc.com/future/article/20230622-what-is-causing-the-atlantics-seaweed-…

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Episode 100! A Beacon Implant

1y ago

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For this, the 100th episode, Megan talks creepy cruise ship disapperances. Get your personal flotation device and hop aboard this episode!Organization to Support: International Cruise Victims Associationhttps://internationalcruisevictims.org/Since 2006, International Cruise Victims, Inc. (ICV) has grown to include members around the world. Our all-…

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Nature Nugget: The Great Molasses Flood of 1919

1y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! This week Megan talks about the Great Molasses Flood of 1919. References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Molasses_Floodhttps://www.history.com/news/great-molasses-flood-sciencehttps://www.history.com/news/the-great-molasses-flood-of-1919https://time.com/5500592/boston-great-molasses-flood-100/…

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An Inflatable Great Horned Owl Decoy Hat

1y ago

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Hey There Nature Nerds! This week Jen talks all things owls, starting with the infamous staircase and owl theory! Keep an eye on the skies and enjoy!Organization to Support: Owl Research Institutehtps://www.owlresearchinstitute.org/The owl research institute is a small non-profit based out of Montana. They conduct long-term research on owls, their …

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Nature Nugget: Tokitae

1y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! Here's this week's nature nuggie all about the captive Orca Tokitae. <3References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lolita_(orca)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captive_orcashttps://www.cascadiadaily.com/news/2023/aug/21/supporters-push-for-tokitaes-return-to-salish-sea-after-necropsy/https://www.mmc.gov/priority-topics/species-o…

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A Floating BBQ Platform

1+ y ago

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Hey There Nature Nerds! We’re back in the saddle again! This week Megan shares the mystery of the Kali River Monster!Organization to Support: https://eastkaliriverwaterkeeper.org/ and NEER FoundationObjective of creating awareness on various issues related to water involving the community in finding various solutions for sustainable futureAs the Fo…

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Patreon Episode: An Old Timey Nightgown Made by your Nana

1+ y ago

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Hey Nature Nerds! We're still working on getting up to speed post typhoon, so in the meantime enjoy this Bonus Patreon episode!This month's episode starts with Jen's science news about a town in Australia being overrun by Kangaroos. Then Megan keeps the fun going with the not-so-great and occasionally creepy history of Lake Lanier, GA. Thanks to La…

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A Monte Cristo Sandwich

1+ y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! We're baaaaack! This week Jen talks all things Hot Air Balloons, so strap on your parachute and enjoy! ;)Organization to Support: bfa.net (90% approval rating on charity navigator)Balloon Federation of AmericaThe BFA is a 501c3 non-profit association dedicated to the advancement of the sport and science of lighter-than-air a…

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Nature Nugget: The Flannan Isle Mystery

1+ y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! Somehow we are getting back on track and able to upload this little nugget for you. Our pod recording room is still without power :( but we recorded this one before Typhoon Mawar wrecked it's way through Guam. Enjoy this week's Nugget where Megan talks about the mysterious Flannan Island storm! References: https://www.iflsci…

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A Scatter Hoard of Nutter Butters

1+ y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! Enjoy this week's full episode all about Squirrels! Also, think of Jen and Megan as they grab some Nutter Butters and hunker down for an incoming Typhoon! <3Organization to Support: Red Squirrel Survival Trusthttps://www.rsst.org.uk/RED SQUIRRELS ARE HEADING FOR EXTINCTIONRed Squirrels are the UK’s only native squirrel and h…

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Nature Nugget: Super Pigs

1+ y ago

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This week Jen talks about free range super pigs from Canada! References: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/feb/20/us-threat-canada-super-pig-boarhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/destructive-super-pigs-from-canada-threaten-the-northern-us-180981692/https://freerangeamerican.us/canadian-super-pigs/…

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A Pump for the Fetid Water

1+ y ago

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This week Jen tells us the survival story of Deborah Scaling Kiley and Brad Cavanagh! Batten down the hatches and sit tight for this lost at sea tale!Organization to Support: The Pelorus Foundationwww.pelorusfoundation.orgThe Pelorus Foundation is addressing the unique opportunity to pair marine scientists and conservation experts with private yach…

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Nature Nugget: Mosquitoes

1+ y ago

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Sorry for the delay for this nugget! Technical issues! This week Megan talks the science behind why some people are tastier to mosquitoes than others!Reference Articles:https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/02/230221113012.htmΑπό τον You're Gonna Die Out There

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A Bottle of Monkey Butt Powder

1+ y ago

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This week Megan tells us the incredible story of Hugh Glass! Prep your pants to avoid chaffing and enjoy!Organization to Support: Indigenous Peoples of the Coastal Bendhttps://indigenouspeoplesofthecoastalbend.org/Learn more and follow indigenous groups on social media! It goes a long way- you can also find out more at https://karankawas.com/They l…

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Nature Nugget: Larvae

1+ y ago

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This week Jen talks about the man who survived 31 days in the Amazon by eating worms? or larvae?!References: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-64811309https://www.wettropics.gov.au/worms#:~:text=Three%20classes%20of%20worms%20we,in%20an%20animal's%20intestinal%20tract).https://www.rainforestcruises.com/guides/eating-suri-in-the-amazonhtt…

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A Toothbrush in Your Pocket

1+ y ago

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This week Jen talks about "Miss Unsinkable," Violet Jessop along with some other unsinkable stories!Organization to Support: PDSA – pdsa.org.ukThe People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) is a veterinary charity in the United Kingdom. It was founded in 1917 by Maria Dickin to provide care for sick and injured animals of the poor. It is the UK's …

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Nature Nugget: Pallas’s Cat

1+ y ago

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This week Jen talks cats! Specifically the Pallas's Cats found on Mount Everest!LINKS:https://newsroom.wcs.org/News-Releases/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/18604/First-Report-of-Rare-Cat-Discovered-on-Mt-Everest.aspx#:~:text=The%20DNA%20analysis%20of%20scat,food%20source%20for%20Pallas's%20cat.https://animalia.bio/pallass-cat…

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Transformer Cow with Lasers

1+ y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! This week, Megan continues her X-files obsession and talks alien abductions and cow mutilation, yikes!Organization to Support: Scratch.orgScratch is the world’s largest coding community for children and a coding language with a simple visual interface that allows young people to create digital stories, games, and animations.…

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Nature Nugget: Space!

1+ y ago

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This week Megan talks space travel and how it can alter the brain!References: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/02/230217103939.htmhttps://whoisinspace.com/https://www.nasa.gov/specials/60counting/spaceflight.htmlΑπό τον You're Gonna Die Out There

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An iPod Shuffle with Your Favorite Music

2y ago

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Jen's telling our story this week about Japanese WWII holdouts and Megan is packing her iPod Shuffle full of Rock Operas! We hope you enjoy!Organization to support: The Guam Museum Foundationwww.guammuseumfoundation.orgThe mission of the Guam Museum Foundation is to foster a greater understanding of the CHamoru culture and the art, history and natu…

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Nature Nugget: Lost Hikers

2y ago

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Hey all you Nature Nugget Nerds! This week Jen shares some news about lost hikers in the Mt. Baldy area. Bring your compass and tell a friend!References:https://claremont-courier.com/latest-news/third-missing-hiker-found-safe-at-mt-baldy-72205/ https://www.npr.org/2023/01/26/1151642667/julian-sands-search-update-mt-baldy https://hikingguy.com/hikin…

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Tangina the Clairvoyant from Poltergeist

2y ago

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Hey Nature Nerds! In this week's full episode, Megan talks about the Nahanni National Park, one of the 7th wonders of Canada, but also a keeper of a dark and mysterious past... enjoy!Organization to Support: https://www.conservationalliance.com/MissionWe harness the power of businesses and outdoor communities to protect North America’s cherished wi…

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Nature Nugget: Rats Peeing in Pitcher Plants!

2y ago

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This week Megan learned about how rats have tiny urinals in the forest by way of pitcher plants! How sophisticated! We hope you enjoy!References: https://www.iflscience.com/this-pitcher-plant-evolved-to-be-a-urinal-for-rats-67063https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/these-pitcher-plants-call-bats-get-their-poo-180956014/https://royalsocietypubl…

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Beaver Friendly Vanilla Musk

2y ago

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Hey Hey Nature Nerds! Welcome to our first full episode for 2023! This week Jen talks all things Beavers! Thanks to listener Bunny Tuna Ducky for the suggestion!Organization to Support: The Beaver Coalition - beavercoalition.orgThe mission of The Beaver Coalition is to empower humans to partner with beavers through education, science, advocacy, and…

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Patreon Episode Snippet: July 2022 Bonus - A Secret Stash of Emergency Chocolate

2y ago

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Hello Nature Nerds! We hope you enjoy this month's bonus! Getting posted from ROLLERCON 2022! 🛼🛼 This week Jen shares a science news about the amazingness that is Reptile Aging 🐢Then Megan shares the incredible survival story of Louis Zamperini! Organization to Support: National Park Foundation WWII Memorialhttps://www.nationalparks.org/connect/exp…

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Nature Nugget: Tasmanian Tigers

2y ago

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Happy 2023 Nature Nerds! We're making some adjustments to our regularly released episodes with every-other-week Nature Nuggets and for our first of 2023, Jen shares about the Tasmanian Tiger! We hope you enjoy!https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-63855426.amphttps://australian.museum/learn/australia-over-time/extinct-animals/the-thylacine/https…

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A Not Dead Yet (NDY) ID Card

2y ago

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Happy Holidays Nature Nerds! In this, the last week of 2022, Jen shares science news about ancient Mastodons roaming Greenland. Then, in keeping with a winter theme, Megan talks about people who have survived being frozen solid!Organization to support: National Association of Search and Rescue Inc- www.nasar.org While they are not rated on charity …

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A Perfectly Placed, Fully Stocked Cabin in the Woods

2y ago

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Hey There Nature Nerds! This week, Megan shares some science news about dog poop and nutrition, cause that's fun. Then Jen talks Alaskan Plane crashes! So choose your seat carefully and buckle up!Organization to Support: The Ketchikan Volunteer Rescue Squadhttps://www.ketchikanrescue.org/The Ketchikan Volunteer Rescue Squad was established November…

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Motorola Walkie-Talkies and a Bag of Drugs

2y ago

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Hey all you nature nerds! This week Jen talks re-introduction of the European Wildcat in England! Then Megan takes us on another mountain trek- this time with Simon Yates and Joe Simpson- so get a good harness and strap in!Organization to Support: The AWE Summit Scholarship FoundationAWE Scholarship Foundation exists to break down barriers to entry…

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A Sturdy Love Canal Swan Boat

2y ago

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Hey hey Nature Nerds!! This week Megan shares a fun science news about the oldest evidence of fire being used to cook food. Then Jen talks all things Paddlesports! So shimmy up to your campfire or grab your life jacket and enjoy!Organization to Support: Heroes on the Waterheroesonthewater.orgBased in Allen, TexasPADDLE. FISH. HEAL.It’s more than ju…

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A Meditative Music Playlist to Lower Your Blood Pressure

2y ago

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Hey there Nature Nerds! This week Jen shares a morbid, but really interesting science news about research on why Bat viruses keep infecting people. Then Megan shares a story about Organization to Support: Amnesty Internationalhttps://www.amnesty.org/en/location/europe-and-central-asia/serbia/In Serbia: There was negligible progress in bringing to j…

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A Vaudevillian Cane and a lot of Xanax

2y ago

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Hey hey Nature Nerds! This week Megan shares a positive science news for those folks allergic to cats and then Jen talks all things Niagara Falls! Hold on to your hats and cats and stay afloat! Thanks to listener, Jennifer K for this suggestion!!Organization to support: Land Care Niagara www.landcareniagara.com Land Care Niagara (LCN) is committed …

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Bison Detection Alarm for the Elderly

2y ago

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This week Megan and Jen talk landlines before Jen shares her Science News about a Ugandan Ivory Trader being sentenced to life in prison for poaching endangered species. Then Megan talks the American Bison! Thanks to listener Lacy Smith for the suggestion!1st Organization to Support: Heifer Internationalhttps://www.heifer.org/Ending poverty begins …

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An Anatomically Correct Inflatable Rat Costume

2y ago

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This week, Megan talks Thanksgiving science for a science news to start off November. Then Jen sticks around Halloween a little longer to talk about Rats! Organization to Support: Apopo.org APOPO is a non-profit organization with Belgian roots. For 25 years they have tackled landmines or tuberculosis around the world. APOPO provides a low-tech, cos…

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Festivus for the Rest of Us

2y ago

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Happy Halloween Nature Nerds! This week Jen shares some news about how people react to Haunted Houses and then Megan talks folks getting stuck in Chimneys, the plight of Chimney Sweeps, and bats! We hope you enjoy!Organization to Support: Merlin Tuttle’s Bat Conservation (MTBC)https://www.merlintuttle.org/No group of mammals has been more misunders…

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A Senior Tiger Retirement Community and a Good set of Dentures

2y ago

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Hey all you Nature Nerds! We're catching you up with another episode this week where Megan starts us off with a science news about uncombable hair syndrome. Then Jen continues the Tiger theme with some wild stories about Tigers in the wild, including some man eaters. Enjoy!Organization to Support: World Wildlife Fund India (WWF-India) www.wwfindia.…

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A Sweet Pair of Shades and a Box of Shiny Rocks

2y ago

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This week Jen and Megan share a heartfelt thanks to Jo Moore for sharing her book, CATNIP - A cat in the family. Then Jen gives us an update on Proudfoot, our Orangutan foster from Orangutan Foundation International. Jen goes on to tell us some cool facts about hummingbirds shared with us by @kelly.inthewoods (thanks Dr. Kelly!). September 3rd was …

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A Field Guide to ID Sleazy Exotic Animal Abusers

2y ago

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The long awaited episode 77 is here!This week, Megan shares some good science news about the apparent decline in the world's serial killers. Jen then talks all the ins and outs of Tiger King and the problematic lack of focus on big cats, issues with cub petting, and the exotic pet trade. Organization to Support: The Wild Animal Sanctuarywildanimals…

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Patreon Episode: Perish-Chute for when you go Para-Lioning

2y ago

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Enjoy this release of our Patreon July 2021 episode- Megan shares the crazy story about the "Man-Eating" Tsavo Lions of Kenya. Jen also shares some timely science news about the loudest animals in the world! We hope you enjoy this episode! If you are interested in more bonus content like this, check out our Patreon link on the website!Organization …

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An Ultramarathon Support Emu

2y ago

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Hey hey Nature Nerds! This week we're still long-distancing while Jen is on the mainland. But no worries, Jen shares some science news about the largest bat colony in the world and then Megan talks about Kununurra and the tragic, yet inspiring story of Turia Pitt. Organization to Support: Miriwong Language Nesthttp://mirima.org.au/The Miriwoong Lan…

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A Rotating Hide-A-Wall for the Skulls of Your Enemies (or Artifacts)

2y ago

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Hey Nature Nerds! This week, Jen is off island, but we figured it out (kind of) to bring this fun episode where Megan gives you the deets on the Praying Mantis pet Market. Then Jen tells us the tragic story of Michael Rockefeller and the head hunting of Papua New Guinea. Hold on to your heads and enjoy!Organization to Support: Wildlife Conservation…

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Extreme Climate Fitness Tracker with Siri

2y ago

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Welcome back Nature Nerds! This week Jen tells us about an amazing 20 pound Guard Cat, Bandit, for Science News. Then Megan tells us about the 1996 Mount Everest Disaster. Bundle up and enjoy!Organization to Support: https://www.himalayan-foundation.org/The American Himalayan Foundation was founded in 1981 by a small group of climbers who were draw…

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