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In this episode of Animals, Nature and You, host Rick Schwartz talks with Suzanne Smith, Founder and Executive Director of Amazon River Dolphin Conservation Foundation. Suzanne shares her journey from working with marine mammals to following her curiosity and diving into river dolphin conservation. She highlights the unique challenges faced by Amazon River dolphins and how community involvement is vital for their preservation.

ARDCF's Mission Statement: To conserve the Amazon river dolphin and its environment through research, education and collaboration.

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In this episode, Rick Schwartz discusses the importance of wolf conservation, ecosystem balance, and how cultural attitudes towards large carnivores are shifting worldwide and in the United States. He emphasizes the need for public awareness and action during Wolf Awareness Week.

Click HERE to let the Secretary of Interior know you want wolves to have room to roam.

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In this episode, Joel Sartore shares his journey from aspiring wildlife photographer to conservation advocate through his Photo Ark project. Discover how his work raises awareness about endangered species and what individuals can do to help protect our planet. Joel also shares his updated Photo Ark book that celebrates the 20th anniversary as well as his children's books and upcoming biography.

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In this episode, Joel Sartore shares his journey from aspiring wildlife photographer to conservation advocate through his Photo Ark project. Discover how his work raises awareness about endangered species and what individuals can do to help protect our planet. Joel also shares his updated Photo Ark book that celebrates the 20th anniversary as well as his children's books and upcoming biography.

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In this 10-Minute Tuesday episode, host Rick Schwartz explores the connections humans have with animals and nature, emphasizing that these bonds are meaningful despite skepticism from some. He shares personal stories from his decades of experience working with animals and encourages listeners to acknowledge their own relationships with animals and nature

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In this episode, Taylor Rabe shares her journey from childhood fascination with wildlife to becoming a nursing student, and then finding her way to wolves. Taylor discusses her past work in Yellowstone, the social dynamics of wolf families, coexistence challenges, and the importance of education and community engagement in conservation. And get this, Taylor also enlightens host Rick Schwartz about ranchers in Montana that coexist with wolves and bears successfully, and teach others how its done.

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Tom Miner Basin Association (website)
Conservation Nation (website)
Yellowstone Adventure Tours (website)

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In this 10 -minute Tuesday episode of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz discusses the importance of the well informed voter in the upcoming midterm elections and how it impacts conservation efforts, wildlife protection, and ecosystems - and therefore, you too. Yes, the old saying, "Conservation works when we work together," is true. And your individual act of informed voting can also help preserve natural spaces and countless species; including humans.

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What Makes Yellowstone Unique is at Risk

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In this episode of Animals, Nature, and You, Corina Newsome shares her journey into avian science, the importance of migratory birds, and how environmental justice intersects with wildlife conservation. Discover practical ways you can support birds and protect their habitats while understanding the broader ecological and social implications of healthy ecosystems.

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Deja Perkins - Naturally Wild
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