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Nature Guys connects you to the exciting natural world right in your own neighborhood. These nature connections will help you be cool, calm, collected and ready to make a positive difference in the world.

Biodiversity and Deep Ecology with John Seed 04/15/2025

Biodiversity and Deep Ecology with John Seed Bob talks with John Seed who started working on saving rain forests in Australia in 1979. John explains how he learned about biodiversity and Deep Ecology . To learn more about John Seed check out: - organization founded by John Seed - free PDF - includes subscribing to John's mailing list /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/36102820

What's a Warbler? 03/18/2025

What's a Warbler? Tina from joins Bob to explain Zugunruhe and the yellow warbler. Find out what the heck a warbler is and how you can see some during spring migration. Related episodes: , Our sources for this episode include: Songbird Journeys by Miyoko Chu (book recommended by Tina) /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/35706585

Tree Talk 02/18/2025

Tree Talk Greg Torres, our plant guru, talks all about trees. Tune in to find out why trees have a special place in Greg’s heart. Related episodes: , Prayer of the Woods (Portuguese folk tradition) “I am the heat of your hearth on the cold winter nights. The friendly shade screening you from the summer sun, and my fruits are refreshing draughts quenching your thirst as you journey on.” “I am the beam that holds your house. The board of your table, the bed on which you lie and the timber that builds your boat.” “I am the handle of your hoe, the door of your homestead, the wood of your cradle and the shell of your coffin.” “I am the bread of kindness and the flower of beauty. Ye who pass by listen to my prayer: “Harm me not.” /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/35290385

Feral Cats 01/28/2025

Feral Cats Carol Mundy, the host of the radio show , collaborates on this second episode about cats. This episode focuses on feral cats and was inspired by an email from listener Steve Inglish. Related episode: Our sources for this episode include: Cat Wars The Devastating Consequences of a Cuddly Killer by Peter P. Mora and Chris Santella The Lion in the Living Room How House Cats Tamed Us and Took Over The World by Abigail Tucker /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/34958970

Poppy the Opossum 12/17/2024

Poppy the Opossum Bob runs into a pet opossum with his grandson Drew and his friend Graeme in a city park. Poppy is very cute and inspired us to listen to a podcast Bob and Bill recorded back in 2017. Related episodes: and Our sources for this episode include: Wildlife Rescue: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/34429250

Cats 12/03/2024

Cats Bob joins Carol Mundy on her radio show to discuss one of the most successful invasive species on the planet the house cat. Our sources for this episode include: Cat Wars: The Devastating Consequences of a Cuddly Killer by Peter P. Mora and Chris Santella The Lion in the Living Room: How House Cats Tamed Us and Took Over The World by Abigail Tucker /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/34205090

Crow Talk 10/29/2024

Crow Talk Bob and Tina record in front of a live audience to share stories about crows. This bird is easy to identify but its behavior is very complex. Find our why Tina is a crow lover and listen to some amazing stories about crows. If you have your own crow story share it on our website via speak pipe or in the comment section for this episode. Our sources for this episode include: Gifts of the Crow by John Marzluff and Tony Angela Birdology by Sy Montgomery /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/33587112

Wild Grape 09/24/2024

Wild Grape Sam and Greg join Bob at the ’s Fall Native Plant Festival. They have an engaging presentation about the benefits and history of this under appreciated plant. Related episode: Our sources for this episode include: The Drunken Botanist by Amy Stewart /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/33138347

Native Grasses 08/13/2024

Native Grasses Caroline joins Bob to talk about her true passion Native Grasses. Learn how these grasses can add to the diversity of life in the landscapes of our neighborhoods. Related episodes: , Our sources for this episode include: Understanding Roots by /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/32517707

Prickly Pear Cactus 07/02/2024

Prickly Pear Cactus Bob and Greg delve into one of their favorite plants, the Prickly Pear Cactus. It has a range far beyond the dessert so you should be able to find it in your area. Our sources for this episode include: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/31931507

Tales of Turkey Tail 05/21/2024

Tales of Turkey Tail Turkey Tail mushrooms are everywhere! Gia admits that mushrooms may be her favorite things in nature. Learn all about one of the most common and easy to find mushrooms. Our sources for this episode include: Michael Kuo's take on turkey tail / () Good explanation of medicinal properties / Tom Volk’s take on turkey tail / Nicholas Money’s paper “?” (2016 PubMed (nih.gov) | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center () /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/31357872

Wildflower Pilgrimage with Families 04/30/2024

Wildflower Pilgrimage with Families Bob and Beth led family hikes at the Highlands Nature Sanctuary in April of 2024. After the hikes they recorded a podcast with some of the hikers. Tune in to hear about wildflowers and more from the perspective of the children on the hike. /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/31003468

Eclipse Stories 04/23/2024

Eclipse Stories Central Indiana had clear skies for the April 8, 2024 eclipse! Bob joined a fantastic group of family, friends and other nature lovers at Jenkins Forever Farm animal sanctuary for a spectacular eclipse. He was able to record some of their reactions before, during and after the eclipse. Related Episodes: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/30846143

Invasive Plants Part 4 04/04/2024

Invasive Plants Part 4 In the final episode of the Invasive Plant Series Bob, Greg and Sam outline several possible paths that the common person can undertake to help turn the tide of invasive plants. From education and community driven initiatives to pushing market changes through purchasing power, we can all do a small part to make a big difference. Related Episodes: , , , , For more information, we recommend these sources: with Civic Garden Center with Active Outdoors y with Cincinnati Parks /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/30626678

Invasive Plants Part 3 04/02/2024

Invasive Plants Part 3 In this episode the discussion turns toward the horticulture industry and the impact working with plants has had overtime. Bob, Greg and Sam then turn to examine the branch of Ornamental Horticulture and its culpability in the mass production and distribution of non-native plants around the world. While this trend continues, new options of planting with native plants and the idea of cultivating native plants at home for the sake of conservation are introduced. Related Episodes: , , , For more information, we recommend these resources: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/30565733

Invasive Plants Part 2 03/28/2024

Invasive Plants Part 2 In episode 2 of our Invasive Plant Series Bob, Greg and Sam discuss why invasive plants pose such a problem to our ecosystem. The plant guru dives into the intricate connections between plants and other wildlife, explaining that plants truly are the basis of all ecosystems. From there, we talk about the way our land use decisions have created the perfect conditions for invasive plants to thrive in North America. Related Episodes: , , and For more information, we recommend these resources: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/30552278

Invasive Plants Part 1 03/26/2024

Invasive Plants Part 1 Bob sits down with Greg and Sam to discuss one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, invasive plants. It’s such a dense topic that we decided to break it up into 4 separate episodes. In part 1, we introduce the concept of native and non-native invasive plants. Greg and Sam provide a big picture perspective on the human systems that are driving the spread of invasive plants and invite you to join us in starting a more meaningful conversation around invasive plants and their impact on our environment. Related Episodes: , For more information, we recommend these resources: Book: Invasive Plants: Guide to Identification and the Impacts and Control of Common North American Species by Sylvan Ramsey Kaufman & Wallace Kaufman (check out what is happening in your state around invasive species management) /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/30502493

Indigo Bunting 03/19/2024

Indigo Bunting Bob and Tina chat about an amazing bird - the Indigo Bunting. Find out where and when you can see the brilliant blue male and how these birds migrate over 1200 miles. You can find out more about Tina and Red Oaks Forest School at . Related episode: Our sources for this episode include: For the Birds: An Uncommon Guide by - migration tools /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/30387928

The Wolverine Way with Doug Chadwick 03/12/2024

The Wolverine Way with Doug Chadwick Bob and co host Charles are joined by Doug Chadwick, author of The Wolverine Way. Doug is celebrating the listing of wolverines as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Related episode: For more information, please see: at Patagonia Books /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/30294958

Eclipse Lovers 02/13/2024

Eclipse Lovers Bob invites his partner Beth to share her passion for children’s literature by describing 6 of her favorite books about the eclipse. In addition, Bob offers suggestions about places to view the totality of the solar eclipse including the animal sanctuary where you can join Nature Guys for this spectacular display on April 8, 2024. Related episode: Here are the books Beth reviewed and recommends. Check them out at your local library or independent bookstore! Sunpainters: Eclipse of the Navajo Sun, written and illustrated by Baje Whitethorne Looking Up! The Science of Stargazing by meteorologist Joe Rao and illustrated by Mark Borgions, Ready to Read book bin the Science of Fun Stuff series A Few Beautiful Minutes: Experiencing a Solar Eclipse, written by Kate Allen Fox, illustrated by Khoa Le The Moon Book, New and Updated by Gail Gibbons Totality! An Eclipse Guide inn Rhyme and Science by Jeffrey Bennett, one of the Big Kid Science series Eclipse Chaser: Science in the Moon’s Shadow by Ilima Loomis with photographs by Amanda Cowan, one of the Scientists in the Field adventure collection Bob and Beth will be at the . To reserve a Spot for the Eclipse Viewing at Jenkins Forever Farm: Info from , Your Astronomer Host of the Looking Up podcast Check out the recording of Dean Regas's that Bob and Beth listened to live on Feb 6, 2024 (for Cincinnati but you can pick your location and then bookmark it) free sky simulation software Totality App: Available at or standard app stores Follow along on Dean’s social media channels for more leading up to the eclipse. They are all on the top of so you can pick your favorite. /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/29880618

Passenger Pigeon Part 2 02/06/2024

Passenger Pigeon Part 2 Bob and Charles tackle one of the hardest subjects that Nature Guys has ever undertaken. In part 1 of Passenger Pigeon they go back in time to experience what this bird was like and how humans managed to wipe out this bird. Part 2 covers what we have learned and not learned from the Passenger Pigeon. Related episodes: , For more information, we recommend these books: Wild New World The Epic Story of Animals and People in America by Dan Flores (Bob's pick) Man and Nature by George Perkins Marsh (Charles's pick) Here are books Charles read; the links are to a non-profit website (www.bookshop.org). If you buy these books through the links below it gives Charles's blog credit which does him a lot of good! Silent Wings: A Memorial to the Passenger Pigeon (Edited by Wlater Edwin Scott) by Errol Fuller by W.A. Schorger By Joel Greenberg Here are links to the relevant posts on Charles’s blog called Gulo in Nature: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/29770408

Passenger Pigeon Part 1 01/30/2024

Passenger Pigeon Part 1 Bob and Charles tackle one of the hardest subjects that Nature Guys has ever undertaken. In part 1 of Passenger Pigeon they go back in time to experience what this bird was like. Thanks to naturalists in the past we have first hand accounts of what this bird was like. Find out how humans managed to wipe out this bird. For more information, we recommend these books: Wild New World The Epic Story of Animals and People in America by Dan Flores (Bob's pick) Man and Nature by George Perkins Marsh (Charles's pick) Here are books Charles read; the links are to a non-profit website (www.bookshop.org). If you buy these books through the links below it gives Charles's blog credit which does him a lot of good! Silent Wings: A Memorial to the Passenger Pigeon (Edited by Wlater Edwin Scott) by Errol Fuller by W.A. Schorger By Joel Greenberg Here are links to the relevant posts on Charles’s blog called Gulo in Nature: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/29667138

Eclipse with Dean Regas 01/23/2024

Eclipse with Dean Regas Bob is joined by the astronomer Dean Regas. Our goal for this podcast is to inspire you to attend the total eclipse of the sun on April 8th, 2024. Dean Regas Website: NASA Science: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/29566018

Outdoor Life with Carol Mundy 01/02/2024

Outdoor Life with Carol Mundy Bob and his wife Beth are invited to chat with Carol Mundy on her radio show Outdoor Life. Our sources for this episode include: Carol Mundy’s Website /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/29270978

The Future of the Responsible Company 12/19/2023

The Future of the Responsible Company Bob chats with Vincent Stanley, the author of The Future of the Responsible Company: What We’ve Learned from Patagonia’s First 50 Years. Our sources for this episode include: by Vincent Stanley with Yvon Chouinard by Yvon Chouinard /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/29088388

Boxwood Bash 11/28/2023

Boxwood Bash Bob meets Caroline from the and invites her to talk about a subject she is really tired of! Join us for the good the bad and the ugly about boxwood a plant that seems to be everywhere. Our sources about boxwood include: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/28783513

Yellowjacket Attack 11/07/2023

Yellowjacket Attack Bob’s ten year old grandson Drew was attacked by yellow jackets at summer camp this year. Drew joins Bob to tell the story and share what he has learned about this often aggressive wasp. Our sources for this episode include: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/28490066

Lion's Mane Mushroom 10/10/2023

Lion's Mane Mushroom Join Bob and Gia as they delve into the fascinating world of fungi. Gia explains why she loves mushrooms and in particular Lion’s Mane Mushroom. Related episode: Our sources for this episode include: /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/28247267

Lawns 09/26/2023

Lawns Nature Guys recorded this in front of an audience at the ’s Fall Native Plant Festival. Bob welcomes Greg Torres and Sam Settlemyre to discuss why and how we should reduce our lawns. Related episode: Resources: (Doug Tallamy) of Greater Cincinnati /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/28115537

Whirligigs 09/12/2023

Whirligigs Charles suggests we do the whirligig - one of over 350,000 species of beetles. Find out about the amazing characteristics of this amazing beetle. Check out Charles’ nature blog at . Related episodes: and Our sources for this episode include: ) /episode/index/show/natureguys/id/27981762

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