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An accessible and compelling story of a scientist's discovery of plant communication and how it influenced her research and changed her life. In this "phytobiography"--a collection of stories written in partnership with a plant--research scientist Monica Gagliano reveals the dynamic role plants...

A Foundational Conservation Story Revived. Ancient writers observed that forests always recede as civilizations develop and grow. The great Roman poet Ovid wrote that before civilization began, “even the pine tree stood on its own very hills” but when civilization took over, “the mountain...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER November 1958: the National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Into the rarefied atmosphere of wealth and tradition comes the most unlikely of horses—a drab white former plow horse named Snowman—and his rider, Harry de Leyer. They were the...

Il podcast più completo sul fantasy football in Italia prodotto da Cristiano Cutrone e Federico Montalenti in collaborazione con la piattaforma Men of Honor.Seguiteci su tutti i nostri social per restare aggiornati sul fantasy e sui nuovi episodi!INSTAGRAM - Fantasy Football LoversTELEGRAM - Fantasy Football LoversTELEGRAM - Men of HonorFACEBOOK - Men of HonorX - Men of HonorINSTAGRAM - Men of HonorTIK TOK - Men of Honor

Central Park birder Christian Cooper takes us beyond the viral video that shocked a nation and into a world of avian adventures, global excursions, and the unexpected lessons you can learn from a life spent looking up. "Wondrous . . . captivating.”—Ed Yong, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of...

Welcome to "Golf Lovers United," the comprehensive podcast dedicated to all aspects of golf. Hosted by @GolfLoverUK, @ProGolfCritic, and @GolfDadUK, we release episodes once a week that explore the multifaceted, ever-changing world of golf. From the professional sphere of the PGA Tour to the evolution of LIV, from the triumphs of women's golf to the heart and soul of the amateur game, we love and cover it all. Our hosts engage in thoughtful conversations with tour players, coaches, caddies, and insiders, providing unique insights and perspectives. The passion of "Golf Lovers United" extends to...

Matt Moss and Pinky Donald talk muay thai, combat sports and life.

“Deeply reported and persuasively told, Roam is a gorgeous testament to the habitats that sustain life on earth—and the power and promise of protecting them. An inspiring and necessary read.” — Michelle Nijhuis, author of Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction What if...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER LONGLISTED FOR THE 2025 ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTION A captivating memoir that immerses readers in the life of a Scottish carpenter as he perfects his craft, builds a business, and reflects on what inheritance and shared responsibility really mean The...

In the tradition of Elizabeth Kolbert and Michael Pollan, The Nature of Our Cities is a stirring exploration of how innovators from around the world are combining urban nature with emerging technologies, protecting the planet’s cities from the effects of climate change and safeguarding the...

Following Atticus is the remarkable true story of a man and a dog embarking on the challenge of a lifetime. This is author Tom Ryan’s inspiring tale of how he and his miniature schnauzer companion, the “Little Buddha” Atticus M. Finch, attempted to scale all forty-eight of New...

From entomologist Barrett Klein comes a buzz-worthy exploration of the many ways insects have affected human society, history, and culture Insects surround us. They fuel life on Earth through their roles as pollinators, predators, and prey, but rarely do we consider the outsize influence they...

Ecologist Adele Brand has devoted her life to understanding the fabled yet enigmatic fox. Now she reveals their secrets in this extraordinary portrait of our most remarkable wild neighbors. The fox. For thousands of years myth and folklore have celebrated its cunning intelligence. Today the red...

Did you know that woodpeckers are capable of learning simple codes? Hooded crows can form connections with humans? A jay's call affects the behaviour of surrounding squirrels? All these fascinating bird activities and more are revealed in The Hidden Life of Garden Birds. Unusual feeding behaviour is just the tip of the iceberg. From territorial conflict and strange relationships with man, to breeding and nesting oddities, this book exposes all the drama behind garden birds' everyday survival - making it the perfect gift for birdwatchers.

Pickles, Paddles & Passions Stories for the world of pickleball, where the court is more than just a game—it's a place of dreams, heartbreak, triumph, and redemption. In this podcast, each season tells a new fictional story, diving deep into the lives of players as they navigate the emotional highs and lows both on and off the court. Every episode unveils a new chapter, filled with personal struggles, inspiring comebacks, and unforgettable moments all around pickleball. Whether you're a pickleball enthusiast or simply love a good story about perseverance and passion, these tales will satisfy

In these essays, written between 1954 and 1990, bestselling author Roger Kahn touches on locker-room controversies and politics, while inviting readers to share in the passion, grace, energy, and intense concentration involved in playing sports. Kahn pays warm tribute to his special heroes, Jackie Robinson, Roger Maris and Carl Furillo, along with those he particularly admired in the press box, John Lardner and Red Smith. Kahn also esteems football lineman Merlin Olsen, hockey goalie Glenn Hall, cager Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, outfielder Mickey Mantle, boxing promoter Don King, and Pete Rose.

“Craig Pittman has a remarkable talent for telling stories set in the Sunshine State that never fail to fascinate and entertain. Sure, Cat Tale has plenty of laughs and Florida weirdness, but Pittman has written a truly inspirational story about the panther’s brush with extinction, and the...

“A fascinating, thoughtful, and thoroughly enjoyable exploration of a major dimension of human experience.”— Steven Pinker, author of How the Mind Works A maverick scientist reveals the inconsistent and often paradoxical ways humans think, feel, and behave towards animals in this engaging...

BLEUMAFIA - BILLS LOVERS EVERYWHERE UNITED Jeremy Mountain, former Buffalo State Bengal, Maryvale Flyer, & Airlanes TYRO seeks the stories between the stat lines & breaks down Buffalo Football and QB Play at every level. Fans of the game, fans of football, fans of bein a leader.. stick around and hangEach week I'll give Bills fans an idea of who and what to watch out for for each week's opponent, and also the Top 5 QB Matchups around the NFL & WHY

Longlisted for the 2023 PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award A lively exploration of animal behavior in all its glorious complexity, whether in tiny wasps, lumbering elephants, or ourselves. For centuries, people have been returning to the same tired nature-versus-nurture debate...