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Dive into the enchanting world of plants as we explore their remarkable strategies for survival. Discover the clever ways they attract allies and fend off threats, revealing the fascinating interplay of natures resilience. - Summary by Garth Burton

Over a century after Darwin published the Origin of Species, Darwinian theory is in a "vibrantly healthy state," writes Stephen Jay Gould, its most engaging and illuminating exponent. Exploring the "peculiar and mysterious particulars of nature," Gould introduces the listener to some of the many and wonderful manifestations of evolutionary biology.

A living legend, “Wildman” Steve Brill leads us on a lively and entertaining tour through the Northeastern United States as he shares tips on foraging in densely populated areas like New York’s Central Park and rural areas throughout New England. We follow the seasons: wild ramps in the spring, the first mushrooms of summer, and in autumn, wild edible berries in Central Park—more than you’ll find at your local supermarket!—plus roots and nuts you can keep all winter long.

Een astronomische combinatie van wetenschap en flauwekul.

Growing up in an ex-mining town in Nottinghamshire, Arthur Parkinson never wanted a dog, or a cat, or a pony - just hens. As a kid, he was known as 'chicken boy', a taunt Arthur now proudly reclaims with his crested coterie that includes countless hens, from Sheila the white Silkie to Clarissa the champagne-coloured Buff Cochin. A personal and humorous memoir of Arthur's life amongst his hens, this is an invitation to discover the joy that is only possible in the company of these intriguing creatures.

The Chicken Chick's Guide to Backyard Chickens covers all aspects of keeping pet chickens in a beautifully illustrated, no-nonsense format. Kathy addresses everything needed to keep chickens simply, including coops, chick care, breed selection, chicken health, and beyond!

NW FL Women's Homestead & Small Farmer Association's official podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘An outstanding book’ Spectator The story of the short life and tragic death of Bowland Beth – an English Hen Harrier – which dramatically highlights the major issues in UK conservation. ‘The sun was blood red as it broke the horizon and lit the communal roost where the female hen...

In de podcast Carrière Advies voor Robots onderzoeken experts van het Vision Team Robotics at Work van de TU Delft wat we kunnen verwachten van de werkvloer van de nabije toekomst. Welke rol zullen robots gaan spelen? Moeten wij vrezen voor onze banen of gaan we in symbiose leven met robots die ons werk aangenamer zullen maken? En wat wordt er bedoeld met 'Explainable A.I.'?

In 'Grote vragen', de podcastserie van Rijksmuseum Boerhaave, hoor je waar wetenschappers wakker van liggen en hoe de wetenschap zoekt naar oplossingen voor de uitdagingen van deze tijd. 'Wat is bewustzijn?' en 'Hoe groot is het heelal?' Maar ook: 'Hoe gaan we om met klimaatverandering?' en 'Hoe blijven we gezond?' Om antwoorden te vinden moeten wetenschappers uit bijvoorbeeld de 'beta science' samenwerken met deskundigen met een achtergrond in de filosofie, sociologie of techniek en andersom.