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Primal Investigator

Primal Investigator

Written by: Ashlyn Ewen
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Don't you hate it when you learn something really interesting but there's no one to tell it to? Well, that's Primal Investigator! Each episode delves deep into nature and how it operates, inspired by host Ashlyn's time in the forest. Why do humans work the way we do, and is there a way to connect with nature by holding ourselves accountable? Join us on our journey to find answers to everyday questions about humans, our Earth, and our forgotten primal side.Copyright 2026 Biological Sciences Science Social Sciences True Crime
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  • S1E2 - Can't Take the Heat: How Does Climate Change Increase Violence in Predators?
    Nov 8 2024
    Episode Notes

    Welcome to today's episode, where Ashlyn and Jessie discuss recent animal attacks and the plausibility of climate change as part of the reason carnivores are becoming more aggressive. We also found a website for adding sound effects, so enjoy the clips that made us laugh. We hope you enjoy and remember to never stop questioning!

    Polar Bear International: polarbearinternational.org

    Today's references: **https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36716887/#:~:text=Simulations%20conducted%20on%20our%20model,over%20the%20next%2060%20years

    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2211124721010135?via%3Dihub#sec3**

    https://erichmuehlegger.com/Working%20Papers/crime_LA_november_2019.pdf

    https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-023-35115-6 https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/06/19/dogs-could-become-more-hostile-to-humans-as-the-planet-heats-up

    https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article?id=10.1371/journal.pbio.3001946#:~:text=We%20collected%20a%20total%20of,%2C%20whereas%2032%25%20were%20fatal

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    46 mins
  • S1E1 - How Did These National Landmarks Become Garbage Cans?
    Oct 31 2024
    Episode Notes

    In this episode, we explore the geysers of Yellowstone National Park and the surprises hidden in the depths of their waters. Ashlyn is a lover of all-things nature and loves to ramble about special interests. Jessie is a graphic designer that supports Ashlyn's rambles. Join us and discover how trash affects more than just the landscape, but the very nature of the caldera itself.

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    37 mins
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