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The Natural Curiosity Project

Dr. Steven Shepard
Fordlandia
Science
Biodiversity
Language
Yakhchals
Sound Safaris
Words
Crystal Radio
Carl Sagan
Notable Scientists
STEM
Wildlife
Pseudonyms
Bcbdxing
Critical Thinking
NOAA
Sunnyside
Education
Art
Iran

I photograph, record, and write about the natural world. I see, I listen, I write. I fundamentally believe that curiosity can save the world—so I publish stories to make people curious. Ultimately, curiosity leads to discovery, discovery leads to knowledge, knowledge leads to insight, and insight leads to understanding. Please enjoy!

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Weird, isn't it, that wind is completely silent--silent, that is, until it hits something. Then, it bursts out in myriad voices.

In this episode we travel from central Turkey, the region known as Anatolia, to northern Norway, on the island of Svalbard, to visit two extraordinary subterranean places.

IT's hard to believe that I have created 300 episodes of the Natural Curiosity Project. Thank you so much--SO much--for staying with me on the adventure. In this episode, Pete Mulvihill recalls some of his favorite episodes--and asks me for mine. The... more

Acronyms are "words" that are abbreviations. But they differ from abbreviations because they can be pronounced like a word. Many of these acronyms, like the 'ZIP' in 'Zip Code,' aren't even known as acronyms anymore. In this episode, my friend Pete M... more

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Amorina Kingdon
Science writer and fiction writer, avid hiker and part-time figure skater.
Author of 'Sing Like Fish'
Episode: Episode 286-Conversation with Science Writer Amorina Kingdon
Bethany Ostrom
Wildlife biologist at the Crane Trust specializing in the ecology of cranes and related ecosystems
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Episode: Episode 285-Conversation with Wildlife Biologist Bethany Ostrom
Rob Dircks
Science fiction author and podcaster
Dircks Associates
Episode: Episode 282-The Multifaceted World of Rob Dircks
Jared Blake
Field recordist and passionate voice for the natural world.
Acoustic Nature
Episode: Episode 275-Jared Blake-The Life of a Field Recordist
Brett Tukhurt
Young filmmaker behind the documentary about Annika.
Episode: Episode 271-Sound Safaris for the Blind
Annika Barnard
A young South African girl who is blind since birth.
Episode: Episode 271-Sound Safaris for the Blind

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Steve Shepherd
Host focused on exploring curiosity about the natural world, sharing stories and insights that intertwine personal experiences with scientific knowledge.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Insightful Knowledge Every Episode

    Applicable to business and life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alphred
    United States3 years ago
  • Best podcast series

    Can I give this six stars? I only recently discovered the Natural Curiosity Project podcast series. It’s a wonderful, entertaining and thought provoking series and I enjoy both the current and earlier episodes.

    Steven Shepherd’s insights and observations are fascinating as are his many guests. It’s well worth perusing the episode list. There’s something for everyone.

    Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJ-listener
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • The Best Storyteller I’ve Ever Been Around

    I had the pleasure of hearing Dr Shepard speak twice, and both times I was left in awe. I wondered how one person could seemingly live so many lives & know so much about a wide variety of topics.

    He said it was his curiosity, he asked questions and was sincere.

    When I saw this podcast on LinkedIn I went to iTunes and am hooked.

    Thank you Dr Shepard for sharing your curiosity with all of us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ksteele85
    United States3 years ago
  • Growing my curiosity

    Curiosity is one of those funny things that can sometimes get hungrier after it is fed, and the Natural Curiosity Project has a way of simultaneously satisfying my curiosity and driving my desire to keep learning. What a delightful paradox!

    I love the varied topics and formats of each episode, always with Steve’s unique blend of playful insight and adventure at the helm. The radio-ready production quality and voice talent don’t hurt, either!

    This podcast is an absolute gem, with something he... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Golden State Naturalist
    United States3 years ago
  • Always Curious

    Enjoy the topics that I probably never would have been thinking about. Even the mention of Wichita, KS in the current one. I call it home.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gutfeld Fan
    United States4 years ago

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Many enjoy the rich variety of topics that stimulate curiosity and foster a sense of wonder.
Listeners praise the storytelling ability of the host, describing his insights as both captivating and thought-provoking.
The podcast is often characterized as educational yet entertaining, making complex subjects more accessible.
Feedback highlights a refreshing approach to learning, where curiosity is tied to personal growth and greater understanding of the world.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 271-Sound Safaris for the Blind
Q: What are you hoping will come from all this?
They hope to raise awareness and funds to run more sound safaris for the visually impaired.
Episode 271-Sound Safaris for the Blind
Q: Would you mind walking us through a quick overview of how this all came to pass?
Sarah and Derek discuss their evolution from traditional safaris to sound safaris and collaboration with filmmaker Brett Tukhurt.
Episode 282-The Multifaceted World of Rob Dircks
Q: What advice would you give as a writer, as a storyteller, to children?
Encourage them to explore and come up with the craziest ideas without limits.
Episode 275-Jared Blake-The Life of a Field Recordist
Q: How has your gear complement changed over the years?
Jared has evolved from using EM272 capsules to more advanced equipment like Sennheiser MKH 8020s and Talinga Modular Parabolic Microphones.
Episode 275-Jared Blake-The Life of a Field Recordist
Q: What keeps you motivated to do this?
Jared is motivated by his love for nature and the joy that comes from researching, observing, and capturing the sounds of the natural world.

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