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Maternal instinct - the all-consuming, utterly selfless love that mothers lavish on their children - has long been assumed to be an innate, indeed defining element of a woman's nature. But is it? In this provocative, groundbreaking audiobook, renowned anthropologist (and mother) Sarah Blaffer Hrdy shares a radical new vision of motherhood and its crucial role in human evolution. Hrdy strips away stereotypes and gender-biased myths to demonstrate that traditional views of maternal behavior are essentially wishful thinking codified as objective observation.

When most Americans think of environmentalism, they think of the political left, of vegans dressed in organic-hemp fabric, lofting protest signs. In reality, writes Jacob Darwin Hamblin, the movement - and its dire predictions - owe more to the Pentagon than the counterculture.

Survive the unexpected. Statistically, you're more likely to die from a vending machine than a shark. But, Rob Nelson knows many shark survivors. His college girlfriend was attacked by a crocodile and his roommate, a grizzly bear. His wife was sucked by a wave down a blowhole, he was left stranded at sea after a storm sank his sailboat, and the list goes on and on. To Rob, these "improbable" altercations are "random acts of nature," and he's learned how to survive them.

"Tending Gardens. Being Human. Growing What Matters." A weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Pam Stephens Lehenbauer, creator of the blog Mother Nature's Apprentice. Each week will examine how gardens, nature, and the events in our lives help us embrace well-being and wholehearted living. Whether you're an avid gardener, nature lover, or simply someone looking for a little balm for the soul or spark for the spirit, you're in the right place.

Mother Nature Doesn’t Give a Crap - She really doesn’t. She could care less about our timelines or our targets. She’ll happily continue throwing hurricanes, burning forests and melting her ice caps. Unless we do something. Join us as we tackle the climate crisis though interviews with leaders in the environmental movement and experts in the field. Each episode will explore the policies, technology and human factors that will help you understand this global crisis and what you can do to help solve it. Mother Nature Doesn’t Give a Crap, so we have to.

Entertaining discussions with special guests, especially Mother Nature. Topics referencing contentious issues covering everyday experiences from child rearing, employment, environment, education, politics, and religion along with jokes. Humor, contests, prizes, and listener call ins.

What does it mean to be a mother in an era of climate catastrophe? And what can we learn from the plants and creatures who mother at the edges of their world's unraveling? Becoming a mother in this time means bringing life into a world that appears to be coming undone. Drawing upon ecology, mythology, and her own experiences as a mother, Chelsea Steinauer-Scudder confronts what it means to "mother": to do the good work of being in service to the living world. What if we could all mother the places we live and the beings with whom we share those places? And what if they also mother us?

Volume I of The Natureverse: Becoming Mother Nature introduces us to troubled 13-year-old Chloe Lovejoy, who prematurely inherited the mantle and awesome power of Mother Nature from her Grandmother Ivy. Chloe struggles mightily to balance the trials and tribulations of middle school with...you know, saving the world.Volume II of The Natureverse: Cupid and the Reaper. Chloe learns she’s not the only super-powered teenager in the world. Meet thirteen-year-old Mondo Ramirez, a hopeless romantic in Savannah, Georgia, who rarely thinks of consequences. When his elaborate 8th-grade promposal goes ...

Explore the captivating world of science in this multi-volume work, expertly edited by Francis Rolt-Wheeler. The sixth volume delves into the fascinating realms of Zoology, authored by Dr. WM. D. Matthew, and Botany, penned by Marion E. Latham. The Zoology section intricately examines the development, evolution, and distribution of animals, highlighting both invertebrates and vertebrates. Meanwhile, the Botany section provides insights into the early development of plant science, exploring the structures, reproduction, and cell anatomy of plants. Join us on this enlightening journey through ...

Dive into the fascinating world of beekeeping with The American Bee Journal, the oldest bee publication in the United States, established in 1861. Edited by Thomas G. Newman, this weekly journal is dedicated to the intricate science of bee culture and the production of pure honey. In this issue, youll find insightful articles covering topics such as wintering bees, managing foulbrood, introducing queens, hive management, and regional reports from Vermont, New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts. Join us as we explore the buzzing life of bees through engaging correspondence and expert insights. -...

Originally published in the St. Jamess Gazette, these essays aim to bridge the gap between the intricate world of biology and the everyday reader. With a heartfelt thanks to the Editor for allowing this republication, I set out to demystify the principles and methods of evolution for those who may not have a scientific background. While biologists often focus on the intricate details of anatomy, such as the flexor pollicis longus or the hippocampus major—terms that can be daunting to the uninitiated—ordinary people are more curious about the beauty of natures forms. They want to know why ...

Step into the world of Victorian Britain with Mrs. Beetons, an essential guide to managing a household. First published in 1861, this remarkable book quickly became a bestseller, selling millions of copies in just a few years. Delve into the intricacies of cookery as Mrs. Beeton takes you on a journey from the birth of animals to their presentation on the dining table. Discover practical tips on caring for poultry during moulting season, weaning calves, curing hams, salting cod, carving mutton, and so much more. (Summary by Wikipedia and Sarah Jennings)

In this captivating exploration, the author delves into the fascinating dynamics of condensation and evaporation, revealing their crucial role in the thriving ecosystem of a beehive. Through a series of intriguing experiments and personal reflections, the author shares insights that illuminate the delicate balance of nature and the secrets behind a successful hive. (Summary by SoMDbeekeeper)

Mother Daughter EarthCast was created to help you navigate the eco world and live a more colorful and conscious life. Episodes provide insightful conversations with environmental warriors who share their unique perspective on all things sustainability and help you embrace your personal and unique lifestyle. Topics range from learning how to overcome eco-anxiety, to the importance of organics, to finding positive environmental news sources, and everything eco-mindful related. We bring a fresh, open-minded, non-judgmental perspective in order to facilitate your sustainable life.

As you head to off-the-beaten-path national monuments, parks and other special sites, learn about Mother Earth’s rocks and landscapes from rangers, geoscientists, and visitors. We get the beat of the planet from her landscapes and rocks.

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/rebecca-behnke/subscribe Raquel is a science teacher turned florist and Rebecca is a lifelong gardener and artist. The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that script! Join their conversations as they talk about Mother Earth, Tackle tough topics like our dependence on plastics & climate change. They sprinkle in some Eco Friendly Living Tips & Earthy Practices. Follow us on Instagram @earthygirl.co

Her Many Voices Foundation (HMVF) is a small organization that does big things in the world. We started out as artists responding to humanitarian need. Now we're joined by global community members as well.​Our mission is to ignite the Artivist (Artist/Activist) in us all, in order to move our passions to purpose, for the betterment of women, children and our Mother Earth.Get involved and support our work! This podcast is created from content from our financial literacy program Indigenomics, our Climate Conversations series. and our monthly Lunch and Learn series now called Gaia Gossip: ...