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The Kindred Podcast explores the intricate and interdependent relationship that humans have with animals and nature. Every episode presents compelling interviews and thought-provoking discussions with leading experts from diverse fields of study including scientists, conservationists, authors, and educators. From the world of science to cultural traditions and beyond, Kindred examines how humans can inspire a new awareness in order to reconnect us to the natural world. Hosted by Kate Coffin and Jenn Asplundh.
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Jan. 7, 2025
59. Phantom Owl | A Conversation with Wildlife Ecologist Dr. Katherine Gura
In this week’s episode, we are speaking with Dr. Katherine Gura, a research scientist at Colorado State University and a leader in raptor research and conservation, with a specific focus on Great Grey Owls. Katherine also ha…
Dec. 27, 2024
Nature’s Rest & Renewal | Kate and Jenn Wrap 2024
This time of year can be challenging. It’s dark, grey and cold. So Kat and I thought we could offer a new perspective, one that Jenn and I have been shifting for years. How can we see darker and colder times as a way to rest…
Dec. 17, 2024
58. Book Club | A Conversation with Painter and Author Rosalie Haizlett
In this week’s episode, we speak with Rosalie Haizlett about her new book Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains. Tiny Worlds is an immersion into the small and tiny worlds of the Appalachian Trail and a journal of both pa…
Dec. 3, 2024
57. A Dog’s Grief | A Conversation with Veterinarian Stefania Uccheddu
In this week’s conversation, we speak with Stefania Uccheddu, Veterinarian and Coordinator of the Behavioral Medicine Service at the San Marco Veterinary Clinic and Laboratory, located in San Marco, Italy. In this conversati…
Nov. 19, 2024
56. Zoos: Good or Bad? | A Conversation with Historian Nigel Rothfels
In this week’s conversation, we speak with Nigel Rothfels, Professor of History from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Nigel has long been studying the history of ideas we humans have of animals and animal studies, whic…
Nov. 5, 2024
55. Baby Rhinos | A Conversation with Yolandé van der Merwe of the Rhino Orphanage
In this week’s conversation, we had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Carer and Head Manager of the Rhino Orphanage, Yolandé van der Merwe. We have been following the Rhino Orphanage since their foundation in 2012, so …
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