Scientist Misty Paig-Tran is fascinated by oarfish, one of the ocean's longest and most mysterious creatures. In this episode, we dive into the deep sea to discover how these shimmering giants live, why they're so rarely seen, and what makes them such an exciting animal to study.

Guest: Misty Paig-Tran, professor of biology at California State University, Fullerton

Link to S7 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/d1ea7c0c-3362-4848-907a-c8b668814b38/fill-in-the-blanks-for-season-7

Conservationist Françoise Malby-Anthony cares for elephants at her wildlife preserve, Thula Thula, where she has learned just how intelligent, social, and caring these animals can be. Learn how spending time with them helped Françoise find hope during a difficult season of life and how she helps animals find peace at Thula Thula.

Guest: Guest: Françoise Malby-Anthony, owner of Thula Thula Private Game Reserve and author of "The Elephants of Thula Thula"

Link to S7 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/d1ea7c0c-3362-4848-907a-c8b668814b38/fill-in-the-blanks-for-season-7

Behavioral scientist Clive Wynne studies why dogs are so good at connecting with humans. In this episode, we discover how dogs’ loving and social personalities helped them become one of the most successful animal species living alongside people for thousands of years.

Guest: Clive Wynne, dog behavior researcher

Link to S6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6

Writer Anne Fadiman shares how moments of wonder and time spent outdoors can help people through difficult seasons of life. In this episode, we explore how curiosity, nature, and paying attention to the world around us can bring comfort, hope, and joy.

Guest: Anne Fadiman, author of "Frog and Other Essays"

Link to S6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6

Writer and explorer Fiona Robertson is fascinated by ancient megalith monuments and the mysteries surrounding them. In this episode, we discover how standing among giant stones can help us feel connected to people who lived thousands of years ago.

Guest: Fiona Robertson, writer and megalith enthusiast who takes her family across the British Isles in search of standing stones

Link to S6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6

Paleontologist Larisa DeSantis studies pizzly bears, the rare hybrid offspring of polar bears and grizzly bears. In this episode, we explore how animals can adapt to changing environments and discover what these unusual bears can teach us about the natural world.

Guest: Larisa DeSantis, Associate Professor at Vanderbilt University

Link to S6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6

Licensed mudlarks Lara Maiklem and Flora Spiegel explore the muddy shores of the River Thames searching for tiny treasures from the past. In this episode, we discover how old buttons, pottery, pipes, and other forgotten objects can help tell the story of people who lived in London hundreds—even thousands—of years ago.

Guest:

Lara Maiklem, author of "A Mudlarking Year: Finding Treasure in Every Season"

Flora Spiegel, editor and mudlark

Link to S6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6

Photographer and filmmaker Brian Skerry has traveled across the world to film incredible whales and uncover the hidden secrets of their underwater lives. In this episode, we dive deep with sperm whales, orca whales, and humpback whales to discover surprising whale behaviors, family bonds, and cultures beneath the waves.

Guest: Brian Skerry, film producer/director and photojournalist specializing in marine wildlife

Link to S6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6

Rue Mapp founded Outdoor Afro to help Black communities build joyful, meaningful connections with nature- and to remind all of us that the outdoors belongs to everyone! Join us as we explore how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to adventure, confidence, and a deeper love for the natural world.

Guest: Rue Mapp, founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro

Link to S6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6

When nature writer Sy Montgomery helped her friend Brenda Sherburn-LaBelle care for two teeny-tiny baby hummingbirds, she learned just how fragile these baby birds can be. As the little birds grew stronger, their story showed how even the smallest creatures can be full of strength—and how helping animals can make a big difference.

Guest: Sy Montgomery, naturalist and author

Link to Season 6 printable: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/4dd1c171-357a-4fc7-8085-0473e1d0de69/track-fun-facts-from-season-6