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The Confluence of Hope and Action (Bonus Episode) Nov 07, 2023

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Our pilot season is over, but Griff Griffith and Michael Hawk have more great nature knowledge to share!
Today's episode answers your questions about the Jumpstart Nature episodes we've already published and gives you an exciting peak into what comes next.
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#4: We Live in a 10% World: : The Shocking Decline We’ve Normalized Oct 23, 2023

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What is "normal" or even "natural" in nature? In a world where everything is constantly changing, the human desire to define things as "normal" has broad implications on how we see the world, and how we choose to conserve it (or not conserve it!).
This desire to establish a personal "normal" leads to a quirk of psychology called Shifting Baseline Syndrome.
Learn about the dramatic impacts that it has in this Jumpstart Nature episode.
Join your guide, Griff Griffith, as he explores what shifting baseline syndrome is through some incredible examples. With the help of Dr. Loren McClenachan, Dr. Alison Whipple (San Francisco Estuary Institute), Ben Goldfarb (author and environmental journalist), and Francisco Saavedra Jr (forestry student and member of the Pit River Tribe Madesi band), we look at the many ways that shifting baselines steer us in the wrong direction.
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Beyond a podcast, Jumpstart Nature is a movement fueled by volunteers, igniting a fresh approach to reconnecting people with the natural world. In the face of our pressing climate and biodiversity challenges, we're on a mission to help you discover newfound purpose and motivation.
Join us in this vital journey towards nature's revival. Explore more and show your support at jumpstartnature.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

For even deeper nature insights, delve into our companion podcast, Nature's Archive.
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Links to Topics Discussed
Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet, by Ben Goldfarb
Eager: The Surprising Secret Life of Beavers, and Why They Matter, by Ben Goldfarb
Everyone’s Guide to Helping our Planet, Jumpstart Nature's list of easy things you can do...TODAY.
Loren McClenachan on Nature's Archive Podcast
Redwoods Rising
The Underworld: Journeys to the Depths of the Ocean, by Susan Casey
Links to Additional Resources
Anecdotes and the Shifting Baseline Syndrome of Fisheries (Daniel Pauly)
Daniel Pauly’s TED Talk
Documenting Loss of Large Trophy Fish from the Florida Keys with Historic
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#3: The Age of Connectivity: How Wildlife Crossings Help Animals and People Oct 16, 2023

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Human society is more connected than ever. Between mobile phones and internet applications, we can connect with each other instantaneously, around the globe.
And more traditionally, the United States alone is home to nearly 4 million miles of roads, structures which, for many of us, have only served to enhance our sense of connectedness to the cities we live in, to our families and friends, and to the larger world around us. Yet, these same roads that connect people have the opposite effect to the natural world, extracting an extreme toll on the plants and animals around us, and in many unexpected ways.
And roads and highways are just the tip of the iceberg. Join us as we unravel the many complex dimensions of wildlife connectivity while revealing the surprising toll that human activity has inflicted on the movement of species. Join your guide, Griff Griffith, as he is helped by experts Ben Goldfarb, Beth Pratt, and Robert Rock, who will also teach us how we can help restore essential links while supporting the health of the living beings around us.
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Beyond a podcast, Jumpstart Nature is a movement fueled by volunteers, igniting a fresh approach to reconnecting people with the natural world. In the face of our pressing climate and biodiversity challenges, we're on a mission to help you discover newfound purpose and motivation.
Join us in this vital journey towards nature's revival. Explore more and show your support at jumpstartnature.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
For even deeper nature insights, delve into our companion podcast, Nature's Archive.
Links to Topics Discussed

Anthropophony

Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet, by Ben Goldfarb

Lights Out Program from the Audubon Society

Living Habitats, Robert Rock's landscape design company

Phantom Road Experiment

Save LA Cougars
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Full Interview with Beth Pratt
Full Interview with Ben Goldfarb
More on connectivity from the Yellowstone to Yukon Initiative

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#2: Plant Your Birdfeeder: The Surprising Downsides of Feeding Birds Oct 09, 2023

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Feeding birds is a cherished nature pastime in the United States, the UK, and Canada. It brings the wonders of the wild right to our backyards, allowing us to marvel at the beauty and behaviors of our feathered friends up close. Plus, there's the satisfaction of knowing we're contributing to wildlife's well-being!
But have you ever wondered about the impact of bird feeding? What about the recent concerns regarding disease outbreaks? And do you know where the birdseed you use comes from?
Join us in this episode as we delve into the world of bird feeding with insights from experts in the field: Dr. Emma Greig from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Dr. Alex Lees from Manchester Metropolitan University, Dr. Doug Tallamy (see last week's episode for much more from Dr. Tallamy!), and Mary Phillips. They'll help our host, Griff Griffith, unravel the mysteries, so you can feel confident that your bird feeding habits are indeed making a positive difference for our avian companions.
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Links to Topics Discussed
Full Nature's Archive Interview with Dr. Emma Greig "From Fairywrens to FeederWatch"
Killing with kindness: Does widespread generalised provisioning of wildlife help or hinder biodiversity conservation efforts? - scientific paper by Jack Shutt and Alex Lees
Preventing Window Strikes
Project FeederWatch - Begins on November 1!
2021 Pine Siskin Salmonella Outbreak
3 Billion Birds Gone - the detailed study that determined that we've lost 3 billion birds since 1970.

Links to Additional Resources
Homegrown National Park
Seven Actions to help birds
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This podcast episode was written and produced by Michael Hawk. Our host is Griff Griffith. Michelle Balderston is our associate producer.
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#1: The Yard of the Future: How Native Plants Save Biodiversity Oct 02, 2023

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Without noticing, homeowners across the country have destroyed habitat covering an area the size of New England or Florida. As bad as that sounds, it actually gets worse.
But we can easily fix this problem - and it actually saves you time and money.
With the help from Dr. Doug Tallamy, Mary Phillips, and Leslie Inman, Griff explains what’s going on here, and how you can help create The Yard of the Future.
Join us in this vital journey towards nature's revival. Explore more and show your support at jumpstartnature.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

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Topics and Resources Mentioned in the Show
Homegrown National Park and their Map
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Garden for Wildlife Program
NWF Native Plant Finder
Pollinator Friendly Yards on Facebook
Leslie Inman on Nature's Archive Podcast
Doug Tallamy on Nature's Archive Podcast

Additional Resources
Calscape - find hyper-local native plants in California
Native Plant Societies across the USA

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This podcast episode was written and produced by Michael Hawk. Our host is Griff Griffith. Michelle Balderston is our associate producer.
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Get Ready for Jumpstart Nature! Aug 16, 2023

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Prepare to shatter preconceptions and debunk myths about the world around us, all while uncovering the astonishing truths hidden within nature and climate. Embark on a transformative journey with Jumpstart Nature, an innovative podcast that melds captivating storytelling with cutting-edge science.
Join your guide, Griff Griffith, as each episode whisks you away on an immersive adventure like no other. From unearthing hidden wonders to sparking a passion for change, Jumpstart Nature promises to entertain, enlighten, and empower.
Are you ready to be captivated, surprised, and inspired to make a lasting impact? Tune in to Jumpstart Nature and experience nature's mysteries as never before.
Beyond a podcast, Jumpstart Nature is a movement fueled by volunteers, igniting a fresh approach to reconnecting people with the natural world. In the face of our pressing climate and biodiversity challenges, we're on a mission to help you discover newfound purpose and motivation.
Join us in this vital journey towards nature's revival. Explore more and show your support at jumpstartnature.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
For even deeper nature insights, delve into our companion podcast, Nature's Archive.
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