HeyJaredNature, Nurture & Nonsense
Nature, Nurture & Nonsense is a conservation podcast where family stories meet wildlife science. Hosted by Zimbabwean conservationist Rutendo Shackleton and her five siblings, it mixes wild childhood memories, expert guests, and laugh-out-loud moments to explore our personal…
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Season Finale: Tendo's having a baby! (opens the original)
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We have reached our Season 2 Finale! Just before Rutendo prepares to have her baby, she and her sister, Mbiri, and brother Izwi take time to look back at another fun and successful season talking all things nature and family. We recap our great guests and nature issues, and have some fun with some animal baby-themed facts. As always, we're so thankful for the support of our listeners and followers, and we look forward to being back soon! Production & Editing by Rutendo Shackleton Sound & Music b
The Science of Siblings (opens the original)
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This week on the podcast we talk about the science of siblings - HOW ARE WE ONLY TALKING ABOUT THIS NOW!?! Sibling bonds aren't just found in humans but in many other species across the planet. We talk about the many animals that find great benefit from knowing their brothers and sisters, and those that don't. And it's all backed by science! And as a family of six siblings, this chat gives us a lovely opportunity to reflect, laugh and be honest about what it's like to have so many siblings! Prod
Sibling Chat: Adventure Mode... Part 2! (opens the original)
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Rutendo and her siblings continue their chat about making adventure and exploration in nature. They talk about childhood adventure role models... or the lack there of! And they discuss in further detail the importance of adventure in nature stories being told in every culture. Production & Editing by Rutendo Shackleton Sound by Izwi Wazara
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