For the Love of Nature
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsA podcast that tells you everything you need to know about nature, and probably more than you wanted to know.
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Fun, Funky Fossils
July 06, 2021 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBFinally we devote a whole episode to fossils!! Laura & Katy frequently talk about fossils and dinosaurs in the nature news, so this is a much overdue episode. In this episode the co-hosts discuss the importance of learning the important story of our past. They'll explore what a fossil is, what we can learn about our past and apply it to today, as well as some of the most monumental fossil discoveries. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Patreon Support the Show.
Make Way for Monarchs
June 29, 2021 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBJoin Laura & Katy as they talk to an Endangered Species Biologist, Kait Taylor, about Monarch butterflies! Did you know that pretty much every US state has biologists on staff to ensure as roads are paved species are not harmed? Kait talks about her unique and extremely important job, monarchs and the monarch highway, carrying on a family legacy and so much more! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Patreon Support the Show.
Better Than Bees?
June 22, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBHappy pollinator week everyone! In this two-part episode, Laura & Katy are going to bypass the commonly talked about bees and butterfly pollinators to talk about some of the most underrated pollinators. Including one of Katy's favorite animals! Then next week we have a special pollinator guest (of the human variety) to continue the celebration of pollinator week. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Support the Show.
Hot or Not?
June 15, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBIn today's episode of For the Love of Nature, Laura & Katy explore nature-related movie icons to answer the question, "hot or not?" They go beyond just the surface to explore & justify why they think their pick for men & women of nature movies are "hot". And guess what?! We have a special guest! FTLON manager, Kim!! Sit back, enjoy some laughs, and maybe even get a movie recommendation or two. Support the Show.
Who You Talking To?
June 08, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBDo you talk to animals every time you see them? Pet or wild? Well you're not the only one! Cohosts Laura and Katy go into the topic of animal communication. What have been some research topics of animal communication in the past, current ones just starting, and how we may need to look at animal communication in a whole new light given what science is finding. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support the Show.
Space -d Out Nature
June 01, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBWe're back! For the launch of season 2 we're taking it out of this world to talk about astrobiology! Cohosts Laura and Katy explain what astrobiology is, and how scientists are not only looking for life on other planets, but studying earth's origins to better ID life elsewhere. Astrobiology is a growing topic, and certainly a growing research field as the new age of space race has begun. Get yourself strapped in, because this is quite the topic! Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support th...
Season 2 Hype
May 20, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBLaura and Katy are discussing some of their big plans for For the Love of Nature, Season 2. Get ready, it is going to be awesome! Season 2 launches Tuesday, June 1st. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support the Show.
Season 1 Wrap-Up
May 06, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBSeason 1 flew by! Laura and Katy reflect on season 1, give a few sneak peeks for upcoming seasons, and talk about their favorite moments. Thank you to all of our listeners in season 1 and we're launching season 2 on June 1st. See you then!! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support the Show.
EARTH DAY!!
April 22, 2021 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBIt's TODAY!!!! Today is Earth Day and we're talking about this year's EarthDay.org theme, Restore Our Earth. Explore with Laura and Katy how you can have a positive and fun day-to-day impact on our planet. While this is the last episode of season 1, we will still be actively posting a few episodes during the "break" until season 2 starts on June 3rd. Check us out on social media too! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Check out the helpful links below: https://globalea...
HOW Are You Still Alive?!
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBThis week co-hosts Laura and Katy lovingly explore animals that should......well they should be extinct. We're not quite sure how they've survived all this time, yet here they are. Some of the animals talked about this week may shock you! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support the Show.
Deep Water Dwellers
April 08, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBIn the deep dark waters of our world swim creatures that are too strange for words. Laura and Katy do a deep dive (get it?!) into this strange world to give you a glimpse of what we think are some of the most bizarre. And not to be a spoiler, but one isn't even found in the ocean! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support the Show.
Could You Ride That?
April 01, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBGuys. We have been waiting for this episode for so long! First a disclaimer: this episode is meant to be for FUN, we do not condone any direct contact/harassment of wild animals and this is only meant to be hypothetical in its nature. With that out of the way, Could You Ride That? examines could Laura and Katy physically ride various animals. They go through some basic natural history of each animal, then dive into (quite literally sometimes) arguments over why they believe they could or co...
Fungus Amongus & Other Fantastic Fungi
March 25, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBWhat are fungi? And why are they essential? You've probably passed fungus on a walk and didn't even know it! In this episode, Laura and Katy dive into the world of fungi and why we need them in the world around us. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support the Show.
Lovable Creepy Crawlies
March 18, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBNot all insects & bugs are bad! We give you the cutest, most entry-level, harmless bugs & insects that will make you fall in love with these crawlers. Ok, maybe not love, but at least like! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Laura's sources: https://bit.ly/38Ue0FX https://bit.ly/2OBjmPz https://bit.ly/3tvg4fb https://bit.ly/3rYuaWg Katy's sources: https://bit.ly/3c1xYRb https://on.natgeo.com/3bVgPs4 https://wwf.to/3tu4Tn6 Sound: Klankbeeld & freesound.org Support the ...
It's a Fine Line (Mad Scientists)
March 11, 2021 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBIt all had to start somewhere! And unfortunately all too often when it came to nature-related research, it started with the bizarre and the "mad" scientists behind it. The really really really bizarre. Join Laura and Katy as they explore the SHOCKING (this will be funny later) early research and some of the scientists behind the work. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Laura's sources: https://bit.ly/3by5sGs https://bit.ly/3qv9q6U https://bit.ly/2PTmlmD https://bit.ly/3erP...
Surviving Nature
March 04, 2021 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBNature can throw some pretty insane curveballs your way. Other times the situation is so extreme, it's amazing what humans can survive. In today's episode Laura and Katy share mind blowing nature survival stories highlighting some incredible women! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Laura's resources: https://bbc.in/3rhfYXQ https://bit.ly/2MIZpFh https://bit.ly/3sQLkoy https://bit.ly/3q9eGgk https://bit.ly/30atCAh https://bit.ly/3sMvN9p Katy's resources: https://bit.ly/3e...
The Trees Know...
February 25, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBHave you ever wondered if that nearby tree is listening to your conversation? In this episode, Laura and Katy will address this question and many others when discussing plant sentience. Get ready to have your world view shaken as we give plants the credit they're due. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Laura's Sources: https://bit.ly/2O2QAGT https://bit.ly/2O9tMW0 https://bit.ly/2ZTXhxp https://nyti.ms/3uAqZWh https://bit.ly/3kvyIR8 Katy's Sources: The Hidden Life o...
Bizarre Animal Research
February 18, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBFrom tipsy birds to farting cows, there have been some bizarre animal studies done. In today's episode Katy and Laura discuss some of this research and how, weirdly enough, it may help humankind. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Laura's sources: https://bit.ly/3bhEMZe https://bit.ly/3bg732f https://bit.ly/3rVCwNY https://bit.ly/3av4kmh https://bbc.in/3auCSp1 Katy's sources: https://bbc.in/3s3lCNj https://bit.ly/3s4kGrY https://reut.rs/37mtOAg https://n.pr/2NBcQqW https:...
Sexed to Death
February 11, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBHappy Valentine's Day everyone! In today's episode Laura & Katy talk about animal sex. It's almost Valentine's Day so what else would you expect? Get aquatinted with some lethal animal mating rituals, as well as some cute and odd ways animals attract a mate. Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Laura's sources: https://bit.ly/3qavIeI https://bit.ly/370kO3H https://ab.co/3aSHVOH https://bit.ly/36ZtgQS https://bit.ly/3rB5geE https://bit.ly/3aSdZlU https://bit.ly/3q8rFj1 https...
It Begins
February 04, 2021 15:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBStart your journey with Laura & Katy right here. Get some basic background information on the co-hosts, their previous entrepreneurial aspirations (hello goat milk soap/scorpion farm!), and why on earth they want to start a podcast where they share nature facts. Finish off this introduction episode with a little taste of the format of episodes moving forward. Laura & Katy are excited to start this journey and we hope you join them! Visit us on Social Media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Laura...
Coming Soon!
February 03, 2021 02:00 - 16 seconds - 238 KBLaunching Feb. 4th a podcast that tells you everything you needed to know about nature and probably more than you wanted to know! Co-hosts Laura & Katy will be sure to give you a good laugh while learning about the world around you. Tune in every Thursday and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out!