Nature's Archive
Michael Hawk
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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 never before.
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#129: Wide-Angle Listening: How Nature’s Soundtrack Completes Your Connection to the Wild
Have you ever noticed how certain sounds, voices, or songs can instantaneously transport you to another world? Whether it’s a track from high school or the specific creak of a childhood porch, audio…
#128: iNaturalist: How Your Photos Save Species: Scott Loarie on iNaturalist and Community Science
Long time listeners know that I’m a huge fan of iNaturalist. Their app literally changed my life by dramatically improving my relationship with, and knowledge of nature.And iNaturalist is much more…
#127: Salt Lakes - An Unnatural History with Caroline Tracey
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…
#126: New Hope for Sunflower Sea Stars
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…
#125: The Plankton of the Land: The Alien World of Aphids with Natalie Hernandez
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…
#124: The Moving Target of Climate: The Future of Stewardship with Dr. Zac Cannizzo
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…
#123: A Look at Biodiversity
2025 has been an exciting and diverse year for Jumpstart Nature and Nature's Archive, and to celebrate, we're bringing you a special compilation centered on the critical theme of biodiversity. Today,…
#122: Leave the Leaves: Hidden Layers of Benefit with David Mizejewski
If you’ve been following Nature’s Archive for a while, you might be familiar with the idea of “leave the leaves”. It represents one simple act of omission - not raking, blowing, or mulching leaf fall…
Critical Mast: Acorn Woodpeckers and Oak Masting with Dr. Walt Koenig
As a nature lover, I’m often asked about my favorite plants, animals, and insects. And I always struggle to answer those questions, because I have so many favorites, and they are context dependent.…
#121: Metamorphosis: The Actor Who Became a Butterfly Scientist - Liam O'Brien
Nearly every great story involves a transformation. In the butterfly world, we call it metamorphosis—the mysterious process where a caterpillar seemingly dissolves itself and is miraculously rebuilt…
#120: Just Listen: Amy Martin on the Unheard World Around Us
It was a surprisingly warm late February day. Needing to recharge, I drove to a park near Lincoln, Nebraska. When I arrived, I saw something new on the far side of the reservoir: what looked like…
#119: Are Worms the Solution to Toxic Algal Blooms? Sam Baker from WriggleBrew.
Today's episode is one of the more encouraging and hopeful conversations I've had the pleasure of recording. My guest is Sam Baker, co-founder of WriggleBrew, a company on a mission to combat one of…
#118: Does Science Communication Have Room for Emotion and Complexity? – Jocelyn Bosley's Approach
From the intricate dance of an ecosystem to the ripple effects of a warming planet, nature's stories are rarely simple. But in a world that craves quick, easy answers, how do we get people to lean in…
#117: Angry Activist, Rural Landowner: Finding Common Ground for Nature
Have you ever found it tough to talk about big issues, especially when people already have strong ideas? In the world of nature and climate, we often see communication that feels more like telling…
#116: Iconic Joshua Trees with Barret Baumgart
The Joshua Tree is perhaps only rivaled by the saguaro cactus as the icon of the desert southwest. Featured on U2’s classic album cover, and now the backdrop of countless instagram glamor shots, its…
#115: Pollinator Friendly Yards with Leslie Inman
We love native plants and habit-friendly yards at Nature's Archive, and I have a few exciting updates from my yard: spoiler: native plants are working! And stay tuned for a re-air of a classic…
#114: Mistletoes Are Keystone Species - Dr. David Watson
Today’s episode is about one of the coolest plants that I can think of - both figuratively and literally! Stick with me for a moment. When you think of a parasite, what comes to mind? Maybe…
#113: How Do Thunderstorms Form?
Have you ever wondered why some rainshowers turn into thunderstorms? Just what happens in the atmosphere to create these dynamic, exciting, and sometimes damaging storms?I find it fascinating,…
#112: Incredible Deep Sea and Tropical Marine Habitats - Dr. Judith Gobin
When we think about habitats, it’s easy to picture the rich diversity on land—vast prairies, scorching deserts, lush forests, and intricate wetlands. But what if I told you the ocean is just as…
#111: Earthquakes: Myths, Surprises, and Hidden Dangers with Dr. Wendy Bohon
Today’s guest is the brilliant Dr. Wendy Bohon, an earthquake geologist who has a passion for making the complexities of our planet accessible and engaging. Dr. Bohon is known for her dynamic science…
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Nature's Archive has published 134 episodes since July 2020, covering topics in Earth Sciences, Natural Sciences.
Nature's Archive is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 1m.
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