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“Animals Nature and You” celebrates the curiosity around the connection we have with the natural world.
In this podcast, we will be looking at the science and the personal experiences of experts, and everyday people. From conservationist and animal care staff to filmmakers and authors. We’ll talk to backyard birders, wildlife experts, naturalist, animal behaviorists, veterinarians and so much more.
Join us on this curious odyssey, let’s explore and reconnect together! It’s all about the connections we feel and the connections we long for.
It’s about Animals, Nature, and You!
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Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Ellie shares her inspiring journey of rescuing animals, starting the Gentle Barn, cow hug therapy and exploring the deep emotional and spiritual connections between humans and animals. Discover how animal communication, compassion, and nature can transform lives and foster a more connected world. Ellie Laks has also authored three books (all available at your favorite book seller) "Gentle" (kids book discussed in this episode) "Cow Hug Therapy" "My Gentle Barn" Anima...
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this 10-Minute Tuesday, host Rick Schwartz highlights Animal Shelter Appreciation Week and shares how you can support animal shelters and rescue centers. Drawing on his own experience of working the night shift in an animal shelter, he explains how volunteering, fostering, targeted donations, and adoption can help animals while underscoring shelter pets need patience and care; just like we do. Animals, Nature, and You on Instagram Links mentioned in this epsiode: ...
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this episode, David Mizejewski from the National Wildlife Federation discusses the importance of leaving leaves in your yard to support wildlife, reduce environmental impact, and promote sustainable gardening practices. David shares how leaving the leaves saves you money and time, benefits your yard and helps promote healthy native wildlife all year. Animals, Nature, and You on Instagram Find David Here: David's Website David on Instagram David on Facebook David ...
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this 10-minute Tuesday of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz reflects on how goal-oriented thinking can keep people planning instead of beginning. Drawing on the story of launching Animals, Nature, and You after a layoff, he urges listeners to define a starting line, take the first step, and let passion and planning shape what comes next. Animals, Nature, and You on Instagram Find Rick here: ZoologyRick.com Rick's social media stuff... Instagram YouTube...
Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this episode of Animals, Nature and You, host Rick Schwartz talks with Suzanne Smith, Founder and Executive Director of Amazon River Dolphin Conservation Foundation. Suzanne shares her journey from working with marine mammals to following her curiosity and diving into river dolphin conservation. She highlights the unique challenges faced by Amazon River dolphins and how community involvement is vital for their preservation. ARDCF's Mission Statement: To conse...
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