#202 | Lost & Found: Species Rediscoveries & Rewildology’s Next Chapter (Nature Happy Hour #3)
01/30/25 • 93 min
Rewildology turns four! In this special Nature Happy Hour episode, Brooke and Dr. Charles van Rees, PhD, raise a glass to four years of the show, reflecting on its biggest moments—the highs, the challenges, and everything in between. They also unveil exciting updates for the future before diving into this episode’s theme: New Horizons. From newly discovered species to astonishing rediscoveries of those thought lost to time, Brooke and Charles explore the thrill of nature’s greatest surprises. Grab your favorite drink and join the celebration!
Join the new Rewildology Book Club!
Visit the website to read the full show notes.
Learn more about this episode's sponsor and how you can help save wildlife, SEE Turtles.
Recording gear provided by Mojave and Focusrite.
Donate to the show.
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to Rewildology's 4th Birthday Celebration!
00:59 Reflecting on Four Years of Rewildology
01:10 Exciting Updates and New Horizons
02:30 Nature Happy Hour with Dr. Charles Van Rees
04:16 Challenges and Triumphs of Podcasting
11:35 Rose, Bud, and Thorn: Reflecting on the Journey
18:33 Future Plans: Themed Seasons and More
22:35 Rewildology Book Club Announcement
32:05 Charles' New Role and Research at UGA
45:35 Rediscovering Species: A Scientist's Perspective
47:04 Integrative Conservation and New Species Discovery
48:18 Western Science and Indigenous Knowledge
49:16 The Joy and Reality of New Species
51:03 Molecular Tools and Cryptic Species
53:34 Rediscovery Missions and Lazarus Species
56:18 The Clouded Tiger Cat Discovery
01:02:05 Vampire Hedgehog and Other Unique Finds
01:08:01 Seamount Expedition and Marine Discoveries
01:13:57 Water Mouse and Pandanus Frogs
01:23:41 Conservation Challenges and New Horizons
Rewildology turns four! In this special Nature Happy Hour episode, Brooke and Dr. Charles van Rees, PhD, raise a glass to four years of the show, reflecting on its biggest moments—the highs, the challenges, and everything in between. They also unveil exciting updates for the future before diving into this episode’s theme: New Horizons. From newly discovered species to astonishing rediscoveries of those thought lost to time, Brooke and Charles explore the thrill of nature’s greatest surprises. Grab your favorite drink and join the celebration!
Join the new Rewildology Book Club!
Visit the website to read the full show notes.
Learn more about this episode's sponsor and how you can help save wildlife, SEE Turtles.
Recording gear provided by Mojave and Focusrite.
Donate to the show.
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to Rewildology's 4th Birthday Celebration!
00:59 Reflecting on Four Years of Rewildology
01:10 Exciting Updates and New Horizons
02:30 Nature Happy Hour with Dr. Charles Van Rees
04:16 Challenges and Triumphs of Podcasting
11:35 Rose, Bud, and Thorn: Reflecting on the Journey
18:33 Future Plans: Themed Seasons and More
22:35 Rewildology Book Club Announcement
32:05 Charles' New Role and Research at UGA
45:35 Rediscovering Species: A Scientist's Perspective
47:04 Integrative Conservation and New Species Discovery
48:18 Western Science and Indigenous Knowledge
49:16 The Joy and Reality of New Species
51:03 Molecular Tools and Cryptic Species
53:34 Rediscovery Missions and Lazarus Species
56:18 The Clouded Tiger Cat Discovery
01:02:05 Vampire Hedgehog and Other Unique Finds
01:08:01 Seamount Expedition and Marine Discoveries
01:13:57 Water Mouse and Pandanus Frogs
01:23:41 Conservation Challenges and New Horizons
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#201 | Advancing Marine & Sea Turtle Conservation: Updates from the Field with Brad Nahill
Join Brooke as she reconnects with Brad Nahill, Co-Founder and President of SEE Turtles, to explore the latest developments in sea turtle and marine conservation. In this episode, Brad shares new challenges and successes from the field, updates on groundbreaking projects like Billion Baby Sea Turtles, and how conservation strategies differ across regions like Central America, Asia, and Africa. They also discuss the role of technology, including AI, in protecting marine biodiversity, the evolution of nonprofit funding models, and Brad’s vision for the future of SEE Turtles and global conservation. If you’re passionate about protecting our oceans and the incredible creatures that call them home, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Visit the website to read the full show notes.
Learn more about this episode's sponsor and how you can help save wildlife, SEE Turtles.
Recording gear provided by Mojave and Focusrite.
Donate to the show.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Support00:07 The Ancient Sea Turtles and Modern Threats00:46 Meet Brad Nahill of SEE Turtles01:12 Updates in Marine Conservation01:43 SEE Turtles' Mission and Sponsorship02:40 Reflecting on Past Conversations03:47 Challenges and Wins in Sea Turtle Conservation05:35 Global Efforts and Local Success Stories11:26 Innovative Conservation Strategies19:15 Billion Baby Sea Turtles Initiative26:40 Expanding Conservation Efforts27:57 Exciting Travel Plans for the Year28:13 Challenges and Opportunities in Cuba29:39 Popular Trips to Oaxaca31:12 Record-Breaking Year and Future Plans35:48 Innovative AI Solutions for Conservation47:41 The Impact of Technology on Wildlife Conservation51:41 Future Goals and Vision for SEE Turtles56:15 Honoring a Legacy and Final Thoughts
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