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Este podcast faz parte da Semana de Conscientização Ambiental (SCA) do Intellectus, um projeto desenvolvido pelos alunos do Ensino Médio e Ensino Fundamental 2 com o objetivo de refletir sobre questões ambientais contemporâneas. A partir do tema “Pequenos gestos, grandes impactos”, os episódios exploram diferentes problemas socioambientais, relacionando-os ao cotidiano e propondo soluções em múltiplas escalas — da ação individual às transformações coletivas. Os conteúdos são resultado de pesquisa, trabalho interdisciplinar e uso crítico de tecnologias, promovendo a ...

What happens when curious minds, conscious leaders, and soul-led innovators come together to explore the questions humanity is finally ready to ask?Welcome to The Soul Professional Global Conversation Series — a podcast where curiosity leads, consciousness expands, and science meets soul.This show opens a space for global dialogue at the intersection of human potential, reinvention, leadership, metaphysics, science, spirituality, culture, and the unseen forces shaping our world.At the heart of these conversations is the Soul Professional — the bridge-builder.The one who stands ...

This is the Inquisitive Vet. A podcast where we explore all aspects of Exotic medicine and surgery. In each episode, listeners will learn from a veterinary leader and mentor at the forefront of Exotic medicine and technology today. Find out more at inquisitivevet.com

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Herzlich Willkommen zum Podcast „Fell & Fakten“ – dort, wo Wissenschaft auf Schnurren und Schwanzwedeln trifft. Ich bin Franziska Kuhne und möchte mit euch in diesem Podcast eintauchen in die spannendsten Erkenntnisse rund um Hunde und Katzen. Ob es um Fragen zur Kommunikation zwischen Mensch und Tier geht, um Emotionen, faszinierende Verhaltensweisen, Gesundheit oder Ernährung – hier bekommst du fundierte Informationen verständlich erklärt. Mach es dir gemütlich, schnapp dir deine Fellnase, und lass uns gemeinsam entdecken, was die Wissenschaft über Hunde und Katzen wirklich ...

In this audiobook Maria Popova, creator of The Marginalian, presents a celebration of the human search for truth and beauty through the lenses of science and poetry. Poetry and science, as Popova writes in her introduction, "are instruments for knowing the world more intimately and loving it...

Brought to you by Penguin. In this paradigm-shifting global history of how humanity has reshaped the planet, and the planet has shaped human history, Sunil Amrith twins the stories of environment and Empire, of genocide and eco-cide, of the expansion of human freedom and its costs. Drawing on an...

The perfect listen for fans of All Creatures Great and Small, this is a charming collection of classic stories from James Herriot’s much-loved books, with insights into his life and work from his children Rosie and Jim. With astute observations and boundless humour, country vet Herriot...

From Brian Greene, one of the world's leading physicists, comes a grand tour of the universe that makes us look at reality in a completely different way. Space and time form the very fabric of the cosmos. Yet they remain among the most mysterious of concepts. Is space an entity? Why does time...

GROW CALM. GROW CURIOUS. GROW JOY. Dig into 52 simple, seasonal projects to bring a little more green – and a healthy hit of dopamine (your ‘feel-good hormone’) – to everyday life. Whether you have a garden, balcony, or windowsill – reconnect with nature, and watch your happiness...

A new story from internationally renowned author Amitav Ghosh, The Living Mountain is a cautionary tale of how we have systematically exploited nature, leading to an environmental collapse. Recounted as a dream, this is a fable about Mahaparbat, the Living Mountain; the indigenous valley...

In his latest book, award-winning author and renowned wolf researcher Rick McIntyre explores the intricate world of wolf behavior in Yellowstone National Park and highlights the individual character traits that allow wolf packs to thrive. Unveiling power struggles, pack politics, the roles of family protection, inter-pack conflicts, and more, Rick skillfully follows the intricacy of packs and the unique attributes each wolf has.

"[An] intriguing philosophical journey into a critical issue within evolutionary theory that for too long has remained unresolved." —Wall Street Journal Matt Ridley is one of our finest science writers. This book is a treat for bird lovers and evolutionary biologists alike.” —Richard...

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR THE SAMUEL JOHNSON PRIZE The original bestseller from the beloved author of UNDERLAND, LANDMARKS and THE LOST WORDS - Robert Macfarlane travels Britain's ancient paths and discovers the secrets of our beautiful, underappreciated landscape 'The Old Ways...

"Every year, our planet loses over 150 species of plants and animals, and India is very much in the midst of this mass ‘sixth extinction’. We are losing species in our backyard—where are the once ubiquitous sparrows, or the fireflies that lit up our nights? And in the forests, iconic...

Across the six lessons of Reconnect with Nature: Lessons from the Natural World, author and conservationist Jennifer Verdolin draws on Indigenous traditions and contemporary science to inspire you to integrate more of the natural world into your life, no matter where you live. You’ll learn about our deep biological need for nature and about the influence that natural environments and other animals have on your day-to-day life. You’ll also be provided with activities and tools to help you be more observant about the natural world around you.

Fennec foxes’ ears can be up to half as long as their bodies. They use them to track movement across the Sahara Desert, including under the sand. In this episode, we follow a fox as he meanders home to his family through the sand dunes as they slowly shift with the wind.

Humpback whales are among the most intelligent animals on Earth. Some scientists believe they might even surpass humans in self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills. In this episode, we swim with a whale as he teams up with other humpbacks to use bubbles to catch fish, rescues a sea lion, and puts his own spin on melodies sung by whales across the Pacific Ocean. This is the world in its natural state, defined by seasons, routines, and cycles. By the time this whale is ready to close one eye and go to sleep, you will be too.

This urgent and eye-opening book makes the case that protecting humanity's future is the central challenge of our time. If all goes well, human history is just beginning. Our species could survive for billions of years - enough time to end disease, poverty, and injustice, and to flourish in ways unimaginable today. But this vast future is at risk. With the advent of nuclear weapons, humanity entered a new age, where we face existential catastrophes - those from which we could never come back.

First published in 1962, Silent Spring can single-handedly be credited with sounding the alarm and raising awareness of humankind's collective impact on its own future through chemical pollution. No other book has so strongly influenced the environmental conscience of Americans and the world at large.