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  • Why Leaving the Leaves is Kind of a BIig Deal
    Oct 29 2026

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    In this episode, David Mizejewski from the National Wildlife Federation discusses the importance of leaving leaves in your yard to support wildlife, reduce environmental impact, and promote sustainable gardening practices. David shares how leaving the leaves saves you money and time, benefits your yard and helps promote healthy native wildlife all year.

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    Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop
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    49 min
  • Stop Obsessing Over the Goal: Why Your Starting Line Matters More
    Oct 27 2026

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    In this 10-minute Tuesday of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz reflects on how goal-oriented thinking can keep people planning instead of beginning. Drawing on the story of launching Animals, Nature, and You after a layoff, he urges listeners to define a starting line, take the first step, and let passion and planning shape what comes next.

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    Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop
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    15 min
  • What Is Happening to the Amazon River Dolphins?
    Oct 22 2026

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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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    Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop
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    44 min
  • Time to Speak Up for Wolves - Wolf Awareness Week
    Oct 20 2026

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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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    Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop
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    14 min
  • How Joel Sartore Turned His Passion Into a Global Conservation Mission (Part 2)
    Oct 16 2026

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    (Part 2 of 2)
    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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    29 min
  • How Joel Sartore Turned His Passion Into a Global Conservation Mission
    Oct 15 2026

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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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    Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop
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    26 min
  • Exploring the Depths of Our Animal Connections
    Oct 13 2026

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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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    12 min
  • From Nursing to Nature: Taylor Rabe's Journey with Wolves
    Oct 8 2026

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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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    Links mentioned in this episode:
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    Conservation Nation (website)
    Yellowstone Adventure Tours (website)

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    Podcast Music: Positive Carefree Folk Pop
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    45 min