HumaNature

Join us as we explore the story of how a German woman has devoted her life to advocating for manta rays in Hawaii.

This time environmental journalist Hillary Rosner joins us to discuss her latest book Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World. In it, Rosner discusses how a human centered world has disrupted wild animals ability to move naturally and the communities and people coming together to try and help. It's an important conversation that just might help save our planet. 

A celebrity eagle couple takes the world by storm in this week's episode. Jackie and Shadow have millions of fans who have followed their love story from the beginning. But their habitat is being threatened and they need your help. 

On this week's episode, adventurer Mark Synnot sets out in the Arctic Circle to try and solve a centuries old mystery. The Franklin Expedition has puzzled historians for decades, can Mark and his team finally discover the truth? 

Author Robin Wall Kimmerer joins the show to discuss her new children's book Bud Finds Her Gift, her background as a botanist, and how we can all benefit from connecting with the world around us. Robin Wall Kimmerer is an activist, mother, scientist, and a registered member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. She has authored numerous books including Braiding Sweetgrass, The Serviceberry, and Gathering Moss. She also leads the grassroots movement Plant Baby Plant that encourages change through reconnecting with the earth. 

At only 20 years old, rock climber Beth Rodden was on top of the world and really making a name for herself. But when a climbing trip to Kyrgyzstan goes horribly wrong and Beth and the others and kidnapped, everything changes. 

Brian Buckbee had no idea his life would change forever after he brought an injured pigeon home. He was battling a mysterious illness and feeling lonely and isolated. Together, Brian and Two-Step the pigeon would form an unexpected friendship that is full of heartwarming surprises. Be sure to grab a copy of Brian's book We Should All Be Birds and check out his website http://www.weshouldallbebirds.com/

Author Jonny Hanson joins HumaNature to discuss the pros and cons of reintroducing large predators (lynx, wolves, and bears) back to the wilds of Britain and Ireland. It's a controversial and politically charged  subject to say the least and sparks a lot of emotions on both sides. Don't miss this fascinating conversation and make sure to check out Jonny Hanson's latest book Living with Lynx: Sharing Landscapes with Big Cats, Wolves and Bears to learn more. 

Sandy Hazelip and Ellie Hamby are not your typical travel influencers, they're both grandmothers in their 80's widely known as the TikTok Traveling Grannies. This week you'll hear about how they've been breaking barriers for decades, their journey around the world to celebrate turning 80, and why Easter Island has the best food. 

Just before her 30th birthday, Julia Sheehan realized she wasn't happy. She had a house and a great career, but wanted something more. So she sold her home, left her job, and set out to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. What follows is a journey of self-discovery, transformation, and a trail that will test her in ways she never imagined.