You’re Gonna Die Out There

By Jen and Megan

A podcast about strange and mostly unfortunate stories from around the world of when humans and nature collide.... more

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The podcast currently has 133 episodes available.

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March 16, 2022 A Skulk of Foxes and A Cormorant Feather Siren Dress
Hey Nature Nerds! This week Megan and Jen send out a big CONGRATS to Brian Glazer and Kevin Mukai of Hohonu for their work in tide monitoring and being named Island Innovators of 2022 by Hawaii Venture Capital Association! Then Jen talks a different set of islands- the Channel Islands of California, the Galapagos of North America and a very special inhabitant, Juana Maria.
Organizations to Support:
GABRIELENO (TONGVA) BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
https://www.gabrieleno-nsn.us/
The "San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians" Gabrieleno (Tongva) Band of Mission Indians was exclusively recognized by the State of California in 1994.
Chumash Indian Museum
https://www.chumashmuseum.org/
The Chumash Indian Museum is a historical site and living history center dedicated to restoring and preserving an awareness of the Chumash people and their historical, cultural, material and present-day influence, as well as the natural environment and historical significance of this site.
Channel Island Park Foundation
https://www.ciparkfoundation.org/
The Channel Islands Park Foundation, the authorized non-profit philanthropic partner of the Channel Islands National Park.
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1h 5min
March 08, 2022 A Beautiful Heart
This week Jen shares about Shark toots and buoyancy. Then Megan tells Pam Bales' story "The Mystery on Mt. Washington," a story full of heart! Thank you to listener, Angelina, for this suggestion!
Organization to support: https://www.pemisar.org/
The Pemigewasset Valley Search and Rescue Team (PVSART) is a volunteer organization formed in 2005 to assist with woodlands searches for lost or missing persons and with carry outs. The primary response area for the team is Grafton County and the western side of the White Mountains.
PVSART also promotes hiker safety by providing trained speakers to address local school groups and other organizations and by posting safety information and resources for hikers on this site.
Membership is open to all hikers 18 and over in good physical condition who live in the local area. Contact them to join.
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52min
March 04, 2022 Peace Corps Stories 2022!
Coming out triumphant (hopefully) from battle with all the audio editing software in the world, YGDOT presents this year's Peace Corps Stories! It's time to celebrate Peace Corps, the organization that brought Jen and Megan together :)
First, Megan shares some news on the fighting in Ukraine and some organizations you can check out to help! Then we share three great stories from three amazing folks! We hope you enjoy!
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48min
February 24, 2022 Bullet Proof Handkerchiefs and A Bottle of Wine
Megan starts us off this week with some science news shared by a listener, Jen Eells, of Margaret Howe Lovatt and her relationship with Peter the dolphin as well as a tid bit shared from another listener, Lilly Bug, about the WHO recommending the groundbreaking malaria vaccine for children at risk! Jen gets serious with us this week when she shares the story of Dian Fossey and mountain Gorillas. Get your tissues handy.
Organization to Support: Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
https://gorillafund.org/
More than 50 years of successful conservation work in saving gorillas is based on a holistic model
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1h 33min
February 16, 2022 A Biodegradable, Ocean Friendly, Edible Eel Toy
This week Jen shares about the largest squid caught near Hawaii to continue on our cephalopod kick. Then Megan talks all things creepy with Bottlenose Dolphins...
Organization to Support:
World Animal Protection: https://www.worldanimalprotection.org/
Our mission is to create a better world for animals: We end the needless suffering of animals, We influence decision makers to put animals on the global agenda, We help the world see how important animals are to all of us, We inspire people to change animals’ lives for the better, We move the world to protect animals
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53min
February 09, 2022 8 Choose Your Weapons for Octopus Defense
This week Megan shares a couple short science news' about birds who like to live on the edge! Jen's episode comes from a listener suggestion this week- thanks Christina! Jen dives into the world of Octopuses and we learn a lot about arms, mimicry, and some fun folklore- so hold on to the deck and release the Kraken!
Organization to Support: Oceana
Oceana is the largest international advocacy organization dedicated solely to ocean conservation. With more than 200 victories that stop overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution and killing of threatened species like turtles and sharks, Oceana’s campaigns are delivering results. Visit www.oceana.org to learn more.
https://gift.oceana.org/collections/adopt-an-octopus
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1h 3min
February 04, 2022 A Waterproof 8-Track Player with Top Hits from 1983
Hi Nature Nerds! Jen talks forest fires and fire management in the wake of the devastating Colorado and California fires. Then Megan takes us on a Pacific Journey of love and loss. Thanks to Christine for this great suggestion!
Organization to support: The American Fisheries Society
https://fisheries.org/about/
The American Fisheries Society is the world’s oldest and largest organization dedicated to strengthening the fisheries profession, advancing fisheries science, and conserving fisheries resources.
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59min
January 25, 2022 A Healthy Dose of Skepticism
We're back this week! Megan is bringing you some science news about possible cures for MS in the works. Jen then talks about the recent volcanic activity in Tonga, endemic Megapodes in Indonesia that rely on heat from volcanoes, and destructive eruption stories from around the world.
Organizations to support:
Relief for Tonga! https://www.redcross.org.au/
Alliance for Tompotika Conservation: www.tompotika.org
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1h 11min
January 11, 2022 A Large, Padded Panda Mascot Suit
This week, Jen gives us some good news on lowering carbon emissions from cows! Then Megan talks Giant Pandas, attacks by the most chill member of family Ursidae, and some fun (?) conspiracy theories!
Organization to Support: World Wildlife Foundation wwf.org
Adopt a panda- Our mission is to build a future in which people live in harmony with nature. From our experience as the world's leading independent conservation body, we know that the well-being of people, wildlife and the environment are closely linked
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58min
January 04, 2022 Manual of Islander Knowledge
Welcome to YGDOT 2-0-2-2! Happy New Year, Nature Nerds! We're starting off this year with a remembrance of the life and works of Edward O. Wilson, then Jen takes us on a twisting, turning journey in the Kingdom of Tonga.
Organization to Support: www.islandconservation.org
We work together with local communities, government management agencies, and conservation organizations on islands with the greatest potential for preventing the extinction of globally threatened species.
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1h 2min

FAQs about You’re Gonna Die Out There:

How many episodes does You’re Gonna Die Out There have?

The podcast currently has 133 episodes available.