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Future Ecologies

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Made for nature lovers and audiophiles alike, Future Ecologies explores our eco-social relationships through stories, science, music, and soundscapes. Every episode is an invitation to see the world in a new light — weaving together narrative and interviews with expert knowledge holders. The format varies: from documentary storytelling to stream-of-consciousness sound collage, and beyond. Episodes... more

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Eric Higgs (of FE3.1, FE3.2, FE3.3, and FE4.9) sits down with Laura Govers, who has been working on bringing eel grass back to the Netherlands' Wadden Sea — on an island that moves, no less!

This conversation covers the low-tech solutions that they ... more

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Bogs are our absolute favourite places to be. They’re not only tremendously important ecosystems, rich in exquisite biodiversity and massive stores of carbon, they’re also uniquely beautiful. These serene, colourful spaces jumble land and water into ... more

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Mendel has another show to share with you: Waterbodies

It's a video podcast dedicated to a particular body of water we have here in Vancouver, called False Creek, but more generally it’s about how we can transform our urban spaces into thriving, bio... more

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We had the opportunity to hang out with two of our favourite podcasters: Amy Martin of Threshold, and Amy Westervelt of Drilled.

We've previously featured both of their work on the Future Ecologies feed, and we couldn't pass up the chance to talk sh... more

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Recent Guests

Laura Govers
Professor in Marine Conservation Ecology from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands
University of Groningen
Episode: [HYPHAEDELITY] Eric Higgs x Laura Govers — Seagrass Restoration on a Moving Island
Robin Anne's Child
Expert in wetland and stream restoration projects
Episode: FE6.8 - For Peat's Sake
Richard Hebda
Curator emeritus at the Royal British Columbia Museum and ecological expert on Burns Bog
Royal British Columbia Museum
Episode: FE6.8 - For Peat's Sake
Drew Elves
Ecohydrologist with a focus on peatland ecology and restoration
University of Victoria
Episode: FE6.8 - For Peat's Sake
Sarah Howey
Climate action and environment manager working at Burns Bog
City of Delta
Episode: FE6.8 - For Peat's Sake
Marcus Merkins
Regional parks biologist with experience in managing Burns Bog
Episode: FE6.8 - For Peat's Sake
Lynn Rochefort
Leading expert on peatland restoration and ecosystem restoration
Episode: FE6.8 - For Peat's Sake
Walt Koenig
Research zoologist emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley, and expert on masting and acorn woodpeckers.
University of California, Berkeley
Episode: FE6.7 - Critical Mast
Andrew Hackett-Payne
Senior lecturer at the University of Liverpool, focusing on forest reproduction and masting phenomena.
University of Liverpool
Episode: FE6.7 - Critical Mast

Hosts

Mendel Skolsky
Co-host of the series, focusing on eco-social relationships through expert interviews and storytelling.
Adam Huggins
Co-host of the series, contributing diverse perspectives and engaging dialogues focused on ecological issues and narratives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 849 ratings
  • Love this show, but I have misophonia

    I love this show, the one thing barring me from giving it five stars is really just that I have misophonia, I can’t do ASMR. I know that’s just a preference thing and some people love ASMR. I just can’t do mouth noises, they make my skin crawl and cause some distress, and agitation or anxiety.

    My trouble is that I really like the information in this show. It has really helped me expand my horizons and see things in a new light. So I would love to be able say the this show just isn’t for me beca... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MavJL
    Canada10 months ago
  • Great stuff

    A little bit annoyed I only found this podcast relatively recently. I wish I had found it when I had a job that let me listen to podcasts 8 hours a day! Everything in its time I suppose.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gutterhead69
    Canadaa year ago
  • Def an audiophile

    Just listened to Forest Rehabilitation and really enjoyed the fascinating story of these forests and the joy of being taken there with audio.

    I shall be listening to more episodes. Thanks from Our Plant Stories podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Offshoot 1
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Woahhh

    I love this podcast, it’s the reason I know a lot of random facts that surprise people and the reason I think dreams are so so so cool. Thanks for the amazing amazing amazing pod!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cosmo's stars
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful, soothing, even the toughest of content is made somewhat whole by the care, attention and respect given to the subjects, including the Native peoples' relationship to their unceded lands.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JlH
    a year ago

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Listeners appreciate the immersive and educational storytelling, often remarking on the quality of production and the engaging format.
Many highlight the importance of themes related to environmental justice and indigenous rights in the narrative, resonating with their values.
The podcast is praised for its well-researched content, and many express excitement for new episodes, indicating a loyal following.

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#52
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#11
Canada/Science/Nature
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#77
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
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#89
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#68
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#83
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

[HYPHAEDELITY] Eric Higgs x Laura Govers — Seagrass Restoration on a Moving Island
Q: Why should we care about eel grasses?
Laura highlights that eel grasses are critical to marine ecosystems, acting as nursery habitats for fish and storing significant amounts of carbon.
[HYPHAEDELITY] Eric Higgs x Laura Govers — Seagrass Restoration on a Moving Island
Q: Can you tell me what that looks like?
Laura describes a novel seeding technique using caulking guns to inject sediment mixed with eelgrass seeds, a low-tech but innovative method for seagrass restoration.
FE6.8 - For Peat's Sake
Q: Can we justify harvesting peat from bogs so that we can use it to grow plants?
The conversation concludes that while peat is currently difficult to replace, alternatives exist, but each has its own challenges. There are nuances in using peat, particularly for horticultural purposes, which can be beneficial in some contexts while posing ecological risks.
[HYPHAEDELITY] Sadie Couture x Hannah Tollefson — Tidewater and the Nature of Logistics
Q: Can you tell me about yourself and why were you drawn to this project? Or why the port?
Hannah explains her academic background in communication studies and how her interest in the port stems from its multifaceted impact on land politics, climate governance, and environmental struggles.
[UNLOCKED] Skye Augustine // Diving deeper into Sea Gardens
Q: How do people get involved with Clam Garden and Sea Garden restoration?
Skye encourages individuals to find opportunities to connect with the lands and people where they live, as many nations are starting clam garden revitalization work.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Future Ecologies

What is Future Ecologies about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series focuses on exploring the intricate relationships humans have with nature through a variety of engaging formats, including documentary storytelling and rich sound collages. It emphasizes eco-social themes, weaving together narratives with insights from diverse experts, which encourages listeners to reconsider their perspectives on the environment. Each episode delves into important ecological issues, often presenting indigenous voices and scientific perspectives, ensuring a blend of storytelling that is both informative and captivating. The flexible release schedule and an ad-free format contribute to a thoughtful and immersive listening experience, making it especially appealing to nature enthusiasts and audiophiles who apprecia... more

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Recent guests on Future Ecologies include:

1. Laura Govers
2. Robin Anne's Child
3. Richard Hebda
4. Drew Elves
5. Sarah Howey
6. Marcus Merkins
7. Lynn Rochefort
8. Walt Koenig

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