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Ecology Podcast

Ecology Podcast
Climate Change
Ecology
Animal Ecology
Biodiversity
Leadership
British Ecological Society
Natural England
Spider Behavior
Fireflies
Nature Access
Conservation
Behavioral Ecology
Disability
Bioluminescence
Mediterranean Sea
Invasive Species
Delegation
Trust
Collaboration
Nature Recovery

Discover pioneering research for better understanding and better decisions.

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In this episode, Associate Blog Editor Laura Hemmingham spoke with Dr Kathleen Petersen about her paper, "Understanding natal emigration in group-living carnivores", recently published in the Journal of Animal Ecology. Dispersal is a critical ecologi... more

From wildfires to flash floods and deadly earthquakes, the slow collapse of our ecological and social system is affecting millions of lives across the world. One reason is the demands of our capitalist society. Against this backdrop, what roles can e... more

As part of our 'Community' series, we’re launching the Emerging Leadership Management (ELM) Network, hosted by Rob Brooker, Thorunn Helgason, and Pen Holland. This is the podcast for people who love to lead or one day might emerge as a leader. In thi... more

In the latest Ecology Podcast, alumni committee member of the EDGE network Dr Trisha Gopalakrishna chats with Dr Robyn James about the challenges and strategies to tackle gender (in)equity in environmental conservation at the project or program level... more

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Recent Guests

Kathleen Petersen
Doctoral student studying carnivore ecology with a focus on wolves
University of Montana
Episode: Understanding natal emigration in group-living carnivores | The story behind the paper
Lydia Cole
Lecturer in Geography and Sustainable Development, University of St Andrews
University of St Andrews
Episode: Practice and pragmatism among scientist activists with Dr Lydia Cole
Sue Hartley
Vice President for Research and Innovation at the University of Sheffield
University of Sheffield
Episode: ELM Network | Episode 5: Leading with noble intent, with Professor Sue Hartley
Robyn James
Leading expert in gender equality initiatives in climate and conservation
Nature Conservancy (former global director of gender equity); Adjunct associate professor at the University of Queensland
Episode: “All ecosystems are gendered” | An interview with Dr Robyn James
David Fisher
Guest editor of Special Feature in Journal of Animal Ecology
University context not specified in transcript
Episode: Plastic social buffering of environmental variation | The story behind the paper
Aamir Ahmad
Guest, interdisciplinary researcher bridging robotics and ecology
None explicitly stated
Episode: Spots or stripes? Identifying animals based on their patterns | The story behind the paper
András Zábó
Guest, PhD student involved in RAPID development
Biological Physics group (Maté Nagy)
Episode: Spots or stripes? Identifying animals based on their patterns | The story behind the paper
Douglas Sheil
Professor and chair holder, Forest Ecology and Forest Management Group, Wageningen University
Wageningen University, Netherlands
Episode: Lessening human-wildlife conflict | The story behind the paper
Emmanuel Akampurira
Manager of research, Uganda Wildlife Research and Training College
Uganda Wildlife Research and Training College
Episode: Lessening human-wildlife conflict | The story behind the paper

Hosts

Anna
Host of BES Podcast; guides interviews and introduces guests; frequently co-hosts with others.
Ivy
Host of BES Podcast; co-host and interview facilitator in multiple episodes.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Sound Quality

    Good content, but I would recommend not recording audio with a ti84 calculator.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Timcognito
    United States10 years ago
  • Interesting but needs some post-production

    What could & should be a great podcast is heavily let down by poor audio quality.

    During otherwise very interesting interviews, there is often a huge discrepancy in audio volume between the interviewer and interviewee. This makes it difficult to focus on the actual content of the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    geigercounter120
    United Kingdom12 years ago
  • Easy TOC update

    This makes it easy to keep up with some recent BES papers during the morning commute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike from aust
    Australia13 years ago
  • afklyso

    I would love to see more frequent updates. These are well done and sorely needed. Ecology as a science is poorly represented among podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lysosome
    United States14 years ago
  • Good range, but variable sound quality

    Good to have a range with interesting questions. The quality jumps a bit between files (presumably because different people are doing different podcasts).

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jamfortea
    United Kingdom14 years ago

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Audio quality is uneven across episodes, which can distract from content.
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Understanding natal emigration in group-living carnivores | The story behind the paper
Q: How might these findings influence management of social carnivores beyond wolves?
The method could be extended to other cooperative breeders with available genetic data, helping managers understand dispersal dynamics and occupancy without relying solely on live-animal tracking.
Understanding natal emigration in group-living carnivores | The story behind the paper
Q: What were the most surprising findings about what drives dispersal?
Prey biomass being high actually increased dispersal, while higher wolf density reduced it, which was counterintuitive at first but makes sense when considering dispersal risks and territorial competition.
Understanding natal emigration in group-living carnivores | The story behind the paper
Q: Can you explain how the genetic sibship approach works to track natal dispersal without tagging every animal?
We start with harvest samples and identify age-zero siblings to reconstruct the natal pack; by following older siblings harvested in future years, we map their origin and dispersal history, effectively tracing back through time to see who left and when.
Practice and pragmatism among scientist activists with Dr Lydia Cole
Q: How do you see science communication evolving with new tools and platforms?
There are more outlets now, but the key is building trust and tailoring messages to different audiences; training and resources need to be formalized to sustain these efforts.
Practice and pragmatism among scientist activists with Dr Lydia Cole
Q: What encouraged you to plan this thematic session?
I wanted to create space for upskilling ecologists in advocacy and to discuss how scientists can speak up more effectively for nature, while also addressing barriers and risks to careers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ecology Podcast

What is Ecology Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show covers a broad spectrum of ecology and environmental science, frequently combining fieldwork, data analytics, and policy implications. Recurring themes include species interactions, climate change impacts, restoration, and the practical challenges of applying research to real-world conservation and governance. A notable strength is the cross-disciplinary approach, bringing together ecologists, technologists, and social scientists to discuss actionable insights and governance considerations.

- Unique angles include the integration of robotics and AI in ecological monitoring, emphasis on equity and policy translation, and a consistent focus on community and stakeholder engagement. This makes it particularly useful for listeners who... more

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1. Kathleen Petersen
2. Lydia Cole
3. Sue Hartley
4. Robyn James
5. David Fisher
6. Aamir Ahmad
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