Protect Species Podcast

About Protect Species Podcast

It’s no secret that Earth’s ecosystems and species are under threat, but there are things we can all do to reverse the trends of extinction and climate change. In each Protect Species episode, co-hosts Dr. Monni Böhm and Justin Birkhoff celebrate biodiversity and converse with conservationists. Twice a month, you’ll hear from global experts who dedicate their lives to protecting species like polar bears, sharks, fungi, mayflies and more! Protect Species is an entertaining and educational podcast for anyone who is curious about the natural world and has a desire to learn how to help. Each episode tackles the tough realities facing our planet and its inhabitants while still inspiring hope. This podcast is a production of the Global Center for Species Survival, which is a partnership between the Indianapolis Zoo and the International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC). We record all episodes at the Indianapolis Zoo in the Bedel Financial Media Studio, made possible by a generous gift from Elaine and Eric Bedel. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Protect Species Podcast to ensure you’re the first to know when new episodes are available. We’d also appreciate a review if you like what you hear. And please follow us on social media; you can find @ProtectSpecies on Facebook, Instagram, X and Threads.

Publisher

Global Center for Species Survival

Category

science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Apr 2024

Latest episode

25 Nov 2024

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Nov 2024

   Beneath the Surface: Conserving Aquatic Fungi

   Dr. Huzefa Raja uncovers the pivotal role of freshwater ascomycetes in maintaining ecological balance and highlights the urgent need for clean freshwater habitats and conservation efforts.

2. 

   11 Nov 2024

   Running Wild with Storytelling: Crafting Conservation Narratives That Inspire Change

   Meet Justin Grubb and Alex Goetz, the remarkable duo behind Running Wild Media, whose passion for wildlife has transformed childhood dreams into a pioneering force in conservation storytelling. Travel back with Justin to his high school zoo school days where "Running Wild" first took root, and follow Alex’s path from aspiring zookeeper to filmmaker, fueled by awe-inspiring series like Planet Earth. Together, their stories unfold into a narrative enriched with humor and shared enthusiasm, char...

3. 

   4 Nov 2024

   Web of Life: How Spiders, Birds and More are all Connected

   Renowned arachnologist and biology professor Dr. Mark Milne joins us to unravel the unexpected connections between spiders and birds. Ever wondered how hummingbirds use spider silk for nest-building, or how some South American spiders have turned the tables by preying on birds? Listen as Dr. Milne shares his fascinating journey from studying carnivorous plants to becoming a spider expert, punctuated by captivating encounters with these eight-legged creatures. We also spotlight the Joro spider...

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

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