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Hosted by Zoo Idaho Superintendent Peter Pruett and Idaho Museum of Natural History Director Dr. Leif Tapanila, The Nature of Idaho explores how the Gem State’s wild landscapes shape its past, present... more
FAQs about The Nature of Idaho:How many episodes does The Nature of Idaho have?The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.
August 13, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Zoo IdahoThis episode of The Nature of Idaho features Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett of Zoo Idaho. They talk about Zoo Idaho in Pocatello and some of the new things happening at the zoo....more29minPlay
July 30, 2026The Nature of Idaho: CricketsThis episode of The Nature of Idaho brings together hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila (Idaho Museum of Natural History) and Peter Pruett (Zoo Idaho) with guest Kristopher Watson, a program manager at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF), to unpack the science and management of Mormon crickets....more29minPlay
July 15, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Earthquake!This episode of The Nature of Idaho explores the science and impacts of earthquakes. Hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila (Idaho Museum of Natural History) and Peter Pruett (Zoo Idaho) are joined by Christopher DuRoss, a research geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey’s Earthquake Hazards Program based in Colorado....more30minPlay
July 02, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Buddy LevyThis episode of The Nature of Idaho takes listeners on a thrilling journey to the top of the world. Hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila of the Idaho Museum of Natural History and Peter Pruett of Zoo Idaho welcome bestselling nonfiction author and Washington State University professor Buddy Levy. He shares insights from his latest book, Realm of Ice and Sky, which recounts a daring and perilous zeppelin expedition to the North Pole. Blending history, adventure, and exploration, this conversation brings to life one of the most remarkable polar journeys ever attempted....more28minPlay
June 18, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Artemis IIThis episode of The Nature of Idaho features hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila of the Idaho Museum of Natural History and Peter Pruett of Zoo Idaho. They are joined by guest Angela Garcia, an exploration geologist and Science Officer for Artemis II at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Together, they discuss the Artemis II mission to the Moon....more28minPlay
June 09, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Ski PatrolThis episode of The Nature of Idaho features hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila of the Idaho Museum of Natural History and Peter Pruett of Zoo Idaho. They are joined by guests Michelle Havens and Waylon Wade, both members of the Ski Patrol at Pebble Creek Ski Area in Southeast Idaho. Together, they discuss the essential practices and responsibilities that help ensure a safe day on the slopes....more28minPlay
May 22, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Fire EcologyThis episode of "The Nature of Idaho" features hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila from the Idaho Museum of Natural History and Peter Pruett from Zoo Idaho. Their guest is Dr. Alistair Smith, Chair of the Earth and Spatial Sciences Department at the University of Idaho, and together they talk about forest fires, specifically how fire plays a role in forest ecology....more30minPlay
April 09, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Sheep vs CheatgrassThis episode of "The Nature of Idaho" features hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila from the Idaho Museum of Natural History and Peter Pruett from Zoo Idaho. Their guest is Dr. Kelly Hopping, an Associate Professor at Boise State University who specializes in Human-Environment Systems, who talks about how sheep grazing might be helpful in controlling cheatgrass in the West....more31minPlay
March 25, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Sagebrush Sea ProjectThis episode of "The Nature of Idaho" features hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila from the Idaho Museum of Natural History and Peter Pruett from Zoo Idaho. Their guest is Matt Cahill, Program Director at the Nature Conservancy, and together they talk about the Sagebrush Sea....more29minPlay
March 12, 2026The Nature Of Idaho: Western JunipersThis episode of "The Nature of Idaho" features hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila from the Idaho Museum of Natural History and Peter Pruett from Zoo Idaho. Their guest is Gena Goodman-Campbell from the Oregon Natural Desert Association, and together they talk about Juniper trees in the West....more30minPlay
FAQs about The Nature of Idaho:How many episodes does The Nature of Idaho have?The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.