The Deal With Animals

Episode 6 of Series 10: Anthropogenic Behavior Change TranscriptWe discuss tactics such as habitat restoration, population augmentation, and ecosystem recovery to protect diverse species and ecosystems while minimizing conflicts. Guests:  Dr. Elizabeth Peterson is an Assistant Professor at the Department …continue

Episode 5 of Series 10: Anthropogenic Behavior Change Transcript This Episode highlights the challenges faced by wildlife due to roads, such as habitat fragmentation and vehicle collisions, and presents solutions like wildlife crossing structures and community-led projects. Guests: Julia Kintsch …continue

Episode 4 of Series 10:  Anthropogenic Behavior Change TranscriptLet’s explore the effects of urbanization and industrialization on wildlife behavior, conservation strategies, and what the unique personalities of our urban wildlife neighbors can tell us about behavioral adaptation and societal inequities. …continue

Episode 3 of Series 10: Anthropogenic Behavior Change Transcript This episode focuses on the complex interactions between humans and animals like elephants, cranes and cetaceans. We are discussing strategies such as having our human farming practices mimic more closely the …continue

Episode 2 of Series 10:  Anthropogenic Behavior Change TranscriptIn this episode we delve into how sensory pollution, particularly artificial light, affects wildlife behavior, focusing on insects, spiders, birds, and predator-prey interactions. We discuss the consequences of light pollution on ecosystems, …continue

Episode 1 Series 10:  Anthropogenic Behavior Change TranscriptThis episode covers the effects of rapid environmental change on animals, urban ecology, adaptation challenges, and conservation efforts and emphasizes the significance of understanding animal communication and sounds in urban areas.Guests: Rachel is …continue

TranscriptAnthropogenic Behavior Change refers to the changes in wildlife behavior brought about through human made changes to the environment. Anthropogenic Environmental Change refers to alterations in the natural environment brought about by human activities. These changes encompass a wide range …continue

Episode 6 of Series 9: Unveiling Vegan Culture TranscriptThis Episode explores the transition from traditional animal experimentation to human-relevant testing methods with guest Dr. Aysha Akhtar. This  thought-provoking conversation is about the ethical, scientific, and practical limitations of animal testing …continue