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Nature's Archive

Michael Hawk
Biodiversity
Ants
Climate Change
Behaviors Of Ants
Community Engagement
Forestry
Ecosystem Services
California Condor
California
California Snakes
Ecosystem Management
Tree Leaf Phenology
Coyote Valley
Resilience
Ecosystem Restoration
Hawaiian Crow
Peregrine Falcon
Illegal Wildlife Trade
Wildlife Forensics
Rattlesnakes

Nature’s Archive, hosted by Michael Hawk, delves into the beauty and complexity of the natural world through interviews with ecologists, naturalists, educators, authors, and researchers. Each episode inspires curiosity and reveals nature’s surprising nuances. Part of Jumpstart Nature, a movement empowering everyone to support the environment, this podcast invites you to connect with nature like ne... more

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What comes to your mind when you hear “Salt Lake”? If you’re like many people, perhaps you think of the Great Salt Lake in Utah. Or perhaps the Dead Sea or the Caspian Sea.

But there are over 100 perennial salt lakes around the globe, and hundreds o... more

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Some of the most consistent feedback I get about the podcast is the message of hope that rings through. Today’s episode takes the message of hope up a level by revisiting the folks at the Sunflower Star Lab.

Sunflower sea stars are amazing creatures... more

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Imagine a creature that is born already pregnant with its own grandchildren. No mating, no waiting—just a continuous, telescopic unfolding of life. It sounds like something out of a sci-fi novel, but it’s likely happening on the underside of a leaf i... more

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Land stewards face a constant, high-stakes puzzle: Do you protect a single at-risk species, or do you optimize for total biodiversity? Do you fight to hold back the tide of natural succession, or do you step back and let nature take the lead?

Stewar... more

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Recent Guests

Caroline Tracey
Author of Salt Lakes and Unnatural History
Author, Salt Lakes and Unnatural History
Episode: #127: Salt Lakes - An Unnatural History with Caroline Tracey
Reuven Bank
Chairman of the Board at Sunflower Star Lab
Sunflower Star Lab
Episode: #126: New Hope for Sunflower Sea Stars
Andrew Kim
Laboratory Manager at Sunflower Star Lab
Sunflower Star Lab
Episode: #126: New Hope for Sunflower Sea Stars
Natalie Hernandez
Aphidologist and prolific identifier of aphids on iNaturalist.
Episode: #125: The Plankton of the Land: The Alien World of Aphids with Natalie Hernandez
Dr. Zac Cannizzo
Conservation Ecology Manager at the McHenry County Conservation District
McHenry County Conservation District
Episode: #124: The Moving Target of Climate: The Future of Stewardship with Dr. Zac Cannizzo
Dr. David Watson
Australian ecologist specializing in mistletoes
Episode: #123: A Look at Biodiversity
David Mizejewski
Naturalist and environmental educator at National Wildlife Federation, celebrating 25 years of promoting wildlife and ecology education.
National Wildlife Federation
Episode: #122: Leave the Leaves: Hidden Layers of Benefit with David Mizejewski
Liam O'Brien
Author, artist, and lepidopterist, formerly a professional stage actor.
Episode: #121: Metamorphosis: The Actor Who Became a Butterfly Scientist - Liam O'Brien
Amy Martin
Creator of the Threshold Podcast and environmental journalist.
Threshold Podcast
Episode: #120: Just Listen: Amy Martin on the Unheard World Around Us

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Michael Hawk
Host of Nature's Archive

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Are worms the solutions ……?

    Great, great program and a great channel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Camp1951
    United States7 months ago
  • Great episode

    What a beautiful episode with Margo Robbins. Very informative. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BK from Ohio
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fascinating in depth discussions on topics I love.

    Podchaser
    5
    tla.cls.mt
    2 years ago
  • Listening in always feels like I'm right there sharing in the conversation. And, I learn so much. Sometimes I tune in a second time because these episodes are chock full of awesome nature and environmental tidbits.

    Podchaser
    5
    scubabruin
    2 years ago
  • Loving this podcast. Every time I listen to an episode it becomes my favorite one. Keep going!

    Podchaser
    5
    redwoodsrising
    2 years ago

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Content is consistently high quality with strong production and engaging storytelling.
The host asks thoughtful questions that draw out deep expertise from guests.
Guests are diverse and the science is accessible without oversimplifying.

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#90
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#157
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#125: The Plankton of the Land: The Alien World of Aphids with Natalie Hernandez
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about their reproductive process?
Hernandez explains that aphids reproduce mostly via parthenogenesis, giving live birth to females, with sexual reproduction occurring only in the fall.
#125: The Plankton of the Land: The Alien World of Aphids with Natalie Hernandez
Q: What was it about the insects that really drew you in?
Hernandez expresses an interest in the endless diversity of insects and their complexity, explaining how the challenge of learning about them keeps her engaged.
#124: The Moving Target of Climate: The Future of Stewardship with Dr. Zac Cannizzo
Q: Can you walk me through your framework called Resist-Accept-Direct?
Zac provides an overview of this framework, emphasizing three potential actions for management in the face of environmental changes: resist the change, accept it, or direct the ecosystem towards a preferred state.
#124: The Moving Target of Climate: The Future of Stewardship with Dr. Zac Cannizzo
Q: How did you get engaged in this topic of climate-informed conservation?
Zac explains that climate-informed conservation incorporates climate change considerations into management decisions, moving away from traditional views of conservation that relied on past conditions.
#124: The Moving Target of Climate: The Future of Stewardship with Dr. Zac Cannizzo
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about who you are and how you got interested in nature?
Dr. Zac Cannizzo shares his background in conservation ecology, highlighting his childhood experiences at the Shedd Aquarium and local parks that inspired his passion for nature.

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The show features conversations with ecologists, conservationists, educators, and researchers about nature, biodiversity, and ecological challenges. Episodes often center on keystone species, habitat restoration, climate-informed stewardship, and practical takeaways for living more in touch with the natural world. A notable strength is its ability to translate complex science into accessible stories, frequently highlighting real-world conservation efforts and hands-on ecological tipping points. This mix of rigorous expert insight and engaging storytelling makes it appealing to listeners who want to understand nature more deeply and apply that knowledge locally.

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1. Caroline Tracey
2. Reuven Bank
3. Andrew Kim
4. Natalie Hernandez
5. Dr. Zac Cannizzo
6. Dr. David Watson
7. David Mizejewski
8. Liam O'Brien

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