Good Natured

Mar 10 2022 30 ep. 26 mins 1.2k
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Welcome to Good Natured, a Conservation Optimism podcast, where you can join us for uplifting chats that shine a light on conservation challenges. In each episode, we interview an inspiring conservationist. Our guests come from a variety of backgrounds – artists, scientists, business owners, and activists – and engage with conservation in a variety of ways. We talk about their challenges and successes, and their hopes for the future of nature.

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Rock'n'roll for wolves with Jen GaNun

Mar 10 2022 37 mins  
In this final episode for Season 2, Julia and Sofia talk to dancer, choreographer and singer Jen Ganun about leveraging the power of rock and roll for wolf conservation in Colorado. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/GN-S02EP08_Jen-GaNun_Transcript.pdf

Exploring the treetops with Tim Kovar

Jan 17 2022 29 mins  
In this episode, Julia and Sofia talk to tree climber Tim Kovar about trees, inclusivity and connecting people with nature. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/GN-S02EP07_Tim-Kovar.pdf

Culture and conservation with Miriam Supuma

Dec 17 2021 27 mins  
In this episode, Julia and Sofia talk to conservationist Miriam Supuma about traditional knowledge, birds of paradise and the role of cultural identity in preserving biodiversity. The full transcript for this episode can be found here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/GN_S02EP06.pdf

Artivism and conservation with Sofiya Shukhova

Nov 08 2021 29 mins  
In this episode, Julia and Sofia talk to artivist Sofiya Shukhova about the complexities of the wildlife trade and finding inspiration in unexpected places. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/GN_Transcript-S02EP5_Sofiya-Shukhova.pdf

Becoming a field conservationist with Rachel Ashegbofe Ikemeh

Oct 04 2021 33 mins  
In this episode, Sofia and Julia talk to conservationist Rachel Ashegbofe Ikemeh about conserving chimpanzees, the importance of mentorship, and also being a woman in the field. A content warning for this episode, please note that we are discussing sexual harassment between 18.30 and 20 minutes so you can skip that part of the episode if you don't wish to listen to that discussion.

Polar pursuits with Tom Hart

Sep 21 2021 32 mins  
In this episode, Sofia and Julia talk to penguinologist Tom Hart about the dynamics of polar ecosystems and creating a sense of home in remote places. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Good-Natured_S02EP03_Tom-Hart.pdf.

Shifting perspectives with Sara Lil Middleton

Sep 10 2021 31 mins  
In this episode, Julia and Sofia talk to plant ecologist Sara Lil Middleton about seeing beyond the “green carpet” to understand grasses and climate change and her work to promote equality and diversity in the biological sciences. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Good-Natured_S02E02_Sara-Lil-Middleton

Inspiring love for insects with Dino Martins

Aug 15 2021 34 mins  
In this episode, Sofia and Julia talk to Kenyan entomologist Dino Martins about his passion for insects, the importance of art, and his work engaging farmers in conservation. The transcript for this episode is available here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Good-Natured_S02E01_Dino-Martins.pdf

Nature Notes: Spotting tree kangaroos with Danny Nane

Aug 03 2021 5 mins  
In this week’s Nature Note, Danny shares his childhood experience with endangered Matschie’s tree kangaroos in Papua New Guinea’s first protected area. The transcript for this episode can be found here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Good-Natured_Danny-Nane.pdf

Nature Notes: Smelling sage with Mike Clark

Jul 29 2021 5 mins  
In this week’s Nature Note, Mike transports us to a sagebrush prairie in Montana and reconciles big spaces with small details. The transcript for this episode can be found here: https://conservationoptimism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Good-Natured_Mike-Clark.pdf