Wild Ideas...The Podcast - The Wilderness Center

Wild Ideas...The Podcast - The Wilderness Center episodes:

• 10.02.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 280

  Gary and Joann talk with Mandie Zopp of Riveredge Nature Center about their work to raise and release Lake Sturgeon into Lake Michigan.

  
• 09.25.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 279

  Joann is looking forward to the 2017 solar eclipse; get your reservations in soon! Gary is in another wetland, but you won't believe where…under the Antarctic ice sheet!

  
• 09.18.2014

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 278

  Part 2 of our look at a topic important to the U.S. and all other countries—science education. Joann hosts Herb Broda, Laura Grimm, and Jeff Corney.

  
• 09.11.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 277

  It's Patriot's Day in the U.S., so we take a look at a topic important to the U.S. and all other countries—science education. Joann hosts an outstanding panel of folks you've heard on Wild Ideas: Herb Broda, Laura Grimm, and...

  
• 08.28.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 276

  Joann wonders why so many plants (and a few animals) are "Officinale." Gary delights in the seed bank uncovered and growing around Wilderness Lake.

  
• 08.21.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 275

  We had a request for an episode! Well, OK, it came from Gordon. He suggested we talk with "Bug Girl" Gwen Pearson about both bogus and effective products for dealing with insects.

  
• 08.14.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 274

  It's Rhinos this week! Gary and Joann talk with Harry Peachey of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

  
• 08.07.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 273

  Joann's on a soapbox again, this time about the zodiac. Gary enjoys remembering his encounters with Black-necked Stilts.

  
• 07.31.2014

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 272

  Visit the Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont with us to learn about an exciting video project connecting kids to nature and the park! We recommend you watch the videos at www.themiddleprongpress.com.

  
• 07.24.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 271

  There are many ways to learn about and appreciate the natural world. Gary and Joann talk with fly fisherman Chuck Kraus about his connection with nature through the sport.

  
• 07.17.2014

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 270

  It's the Question Show! Listeners asked about vernal pools, snake behavior, skinks, and native bees.

  
• 07.03.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 268

  Gary is watching a Blue Jay fledge in his backyard. Joann is back at crosswordese—this time with Goa.

  
• 06.25.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 267

  Social spiders? We never heard of them—until now! Gary and Joann interview Jonathan Pruitt of the University of Pittsburg about his work with social spiders.

  
• 06.12.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 265

  Gary and Joann talk with Joanne Rebbeck of the US Forest Service. She has exciting news about an invasive plant—Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima)!

  
• 06.05.2014

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 264

  Joann and Gary talk with Dr. Chuck Knapp of the Shedd Aquarium about his work studying Rock Iguanas in the Bahamas.

  
• 05.22.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 262

  Does light pollution have an effect on plants, too? We talk with Eric Vandernoot of Florida Atlantic University to find out.

  
• 05.15.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 261

  Explore the science of climate change and welcome The Wilderness Center's new Executive Director, Dr. Jeffrey Corney.

  
• 05.08.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 260

  Joann and Gary talk with Melissa Amarello, cofounder of Advocates for Snake Preservation, about her work with Arizona Black Rattlesnakes and their social interactions.

  
• 05.01.2014

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 259

  Brightly-lit night skies not only keep us from seeing the stars, they affect animals and plants. Gary and Joann interview Cheryl Ann Bishop of the International Dark-Sky Association about light pollution and how all of us can help.

  
• 04.24.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 258

  Joann saw the first Coltsfoot of the season…at last! Gary spotted the punk rocker of the bird world, Ruby-crowned Kinglet.

  
• 04.17.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 257

  Joann is closing in on the hunt for "spring" Robins. Gary saw an American Kestrel kiting.

  
• 04.10.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 256

  We have a wide-ranging conversation with Brooke Langston, Advisor to the Ministry of Fijian Affairs. In Fiji!

  
• 04.03.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 255

  We have a very special guest this week! Gordon returns to talk about Wood Storks. Joann is looking at the first spring flower, Speedwell. Gary hears Eastern Bluebirds singing. Our repeat interview is with Susan Clayton of the College of...

  
• 03.27.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 254

  Joann waits for the first Robin of spring—American or European? Gary found some Fairy Shrimp. Our repeat interview is with Mark Baldwin of the Roger Tory Institute, about nature journaling.

  
• 03.20.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 253

  Joann's crosswordese leads us to the Anoa this week; Gary's thinking about shorebird migration and the importance of habitat—Horseshoe Crabs. Our repeat interview is with Theresa Crimmins of the USA National Phenology Network.

  
• 03.13.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 252

  Joann's crosswordese leads to confusion—what is an eft? Gary talks about the Red-spotted Eft/Eastern Newt. Our repeat interview is with Richard Allen of the Encyclopedia of Life.

  
• 03.05.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 251

  Gary delves into the plastisphere. Joann researches crosswordese: Ernes. The interview is the second half of our talk with Jake Owens about the Bioko Island Drill.

  
• 02.27.2014

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 250

  Gordon's thinking about Sundews, Gary is already listening for Wood Frogs, and Joann suggests you try a Messier Marathon. Our interview is with Jake Owens about the Bioko Island Drill. This is Gordon's last podcast as a regular host—join us...

  
• 02.20.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 249

  The Question Show: Gordon, Joann and Gary answer listener questions about invasive, naturalized and non-native species; tarantulas, grassland birds, Blue Jays, Dandelions, Flycatchers, and more.

  
• 02.13.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 248

  Katie Gillies from Bat Conservation International talks about “bat bunker” hibernacula and White-nose Syndrome. Gordon actually likes Copperheads. Gary is fascinated by Comb Jellies and Joann explains Snowy Owl invasions.

  
• 02.05.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 247

  Warning! Creep factor with House Centipede, Scutigera coleoptrata. Dark-eyed Juncos—the Snow Bird. The interview is fun with science comedian Tim Lee who made the move from Biology Ph.D. to Standup Comedy!

  
• 01.30.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 246

  Gordon lines up true north and magnetic north. Gary explains leaf packs in streams. Joann seeks the smallest mammal — Bumblebee Bat or Etruscan Shrew. We interview Harry Peachy from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium about Elephants.

  
• 01.23.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 245

  Gary discusses fisheries ecology. Joann finds good news and bad news in cold snaps. Gordon awaits migration of Ring-billed Gulls. Interview with Lincoln Brower about the challenge of Monarch Butterfly conservation.

  
• 01.16.2014

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 244

  Gary explains the polar vortex, Joann is hoping to experience a cryoseism, and Gordon's out looking for Eskimo Curlews. After all those cold topics, we look forward to spring in an interview with Samantha David about the West Virginia White...

  
• 01.09.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 243

  Gary explains that Seahorses are pipefish with a twist. Gordon talks about one of the most common and beloved reptiles, the Garter Snake.

  
• 01.02.2014

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 242

  Gary looks at salinity surges in freshwater streams. Gordon's thinking about sea stars. Joann learns about banyan trees. Our interview is with Millie Burrell of Texas A&M; about invasives and her work in Cogongrass.

  
• 12.19.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 241

  Gary reports on the discovery of vast amounts of fresh water under the ocean. Gordon loves Blue Jays. Joann works out the difference between Sharp-shinned and Cooper’s Hawks. Emma Greig from Project Feeder Watch is interviewed.

  
• 12.12.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 240

  Joann follows up last week's episode with a chat about star formation. Gary's enjoying another winter resident, the American Tree Sparrow. And Gordon is thinking about Hellgrammites (no, we don't know why). The interview is with Brian Gilbert, who is...

  
• 12.05.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 239

  Gary talks about a winter visitor the Snowy Owl. Gordon found some liverworts. Joann reviews the Kepler Mission to find planets. This leads to a discussion of the Drake equation about the potential for extraterrestrial civilizations.

  
• 11.21.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 238

  Gary enjoys the White-throated Sparrow's song. Gordon introduces us to Fairy Cup Moss. Joann wonders if it's literally darkest before the dawn. Our interview is with Vicki Gardner of Alpen Optics about binoculars, spotting scopes, and how to choose optics.

  
• 11.14.2013

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 237

  Gary discusses the age of the Earth. Gordon found an Indian thong tree. Joann is relieved we had a healthy Jewelweed season. Our interview is with Herb Broda about how outdoor experiences help children learn, with a focus on formal...

  
• 11.07.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 236

  Gary anticipates winter, with a look at the snow belt. Joann has hopes for viewing Comet ISON. Gordon uncovers a surprisingly interesting bird, the House Finch. Our discussion is on island biogeography.

  
• 10.31.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 235

  Flocking behavior is Gary’s topic. Gordon revisits Duckweed. Joann anticipates a solar eclipse. The interview is with Jason Kindall, a naturalist who spent a season as a wild land fire fighter. He illuminates the role of fire in conservation.

  
• 10.24.2013

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 234

  Gordon sees the whole forest, not just the trees. Joann considers snow cover. Our interviewee is Marketa Zimova of the Camouflage and Climate Change Research Group at the University of Montana about Snowshoe Hares.

  
• 10.17.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 233

  Color is the theme for Joann, Gary & Gordon…rainbows, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Big Bluestem. Interview with Shawn McMahon with Adam Beichler about forestry forå carbon sequestration.

  
• 10.10.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 232

  Hemlock-Yellow Birch swamps is a community that interests Gary. Gordon talks about Cassiopeia. The interview is with Clyde McMillan-Gambler about Johnny Appleseed aka John Chapman.

  
• 10.03.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 231

  Joann talks about the Northern Mockingbird. Gordon investigated Beechdrops. In the interview Eileen Fielding of the Farmington River Watershed Association explains Bobcats.

  
• 09.26.2013

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 230

  It's the question show! Listeners asked about leeches, tree threats, cucumber beetles, meteors, rose rosette virus, timing the goldenrod bloom, and thorns (and spines and prickles).

  
• 09.19.2013

  WIld Ideas...the Podcast 229

  Joann remembers Sweetfern, a childhood favorite. Gary wades into Giant Bur Reed. Gordon looks at Eupatorium; Boneset, Joe Pye, and Snakeroot. Our interview is with Laura Sirot of the College of Wooster, following her career through a variety of studies.

  
• 09.12.2013

  Wild Ideas...the Podcast 228

  The Australian marsupial “bunny” the Bilby extends Joann’s rabbit-hare series. Gordon talks about Indian Pipe/Ghost Flower. Sam Droege is interviewed about Katydids and Crickets.