This episode of Nature’s Genius explores the ancient forest as a community thriving on symbiosis. It features ecologists Dr. Suzanne Simard, author of "Finding the Mother Tree," and Dr. Teresa

This episode of Nature’s Genius explores the ancient forest as a community thriving on symbiosis. It features ecologists Dr. Suzanne Simard, author of "Finding the Mother Tree," and Dr. Teresa Ryan, who reveal an elaborate tapestry of kinship, cooperation, and mutual aid within these ecosystems. Dr. Simard is a leading researcher in plant communication, while Dr. Ryan investigates salmon-forest relationships.

Nature’s Genius, a Bioneers podcast series, delves into how life’s symphony offers solutions to balance human civilization with living systems. Learn more and find additional resources on the series page: bioneers.org/natures-genius/

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive engagement as essential for overcoming challenges, advocating for long-term thinking ("Longpath"), gradual progress ("Protopia"), scenario planning, and urgency.

Their collective message stresses empathy, transgenerational thinking, and diverse futures, highlighting that the future is a continuous creation requiring proactive, collective action.

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Join Jeff Corwin as he explores climate change impacts, from California's drought-stricken Sierra Nevada and the Caldor Fire's aftermath, where he meets firefighters, to Washington State. There,

Join Jeff Corwin as he explores climate change impacts, from California's drought-stricken Sierra Nevada and the Caldor Fire's aftermath, where he meets firefighters, to Washington State. There, he highlights conservation efforts for the resourceful American beaver and the endangered Pygmy rabbit.

In Washington, Corwin joins the Tulalip Beaver Project, which humanely relocates beavers from conflict areas. Beavers are vital ecosystem engineers, building dams that increase water storage, filter pollutants, promote biodiversity, and create crucial salmon habitat. Nearly hunted to extinction, these resilient animals are now recovering, with the Tulalip Tribal Community leading successful wildlife management and research efforts.

Join host Jeff Corwin in Alaska to explore the profound environmental challenge of climate change. He investigates the Mendenhall Glacier, rappelling into its crevasses and flying a drone above

Join host Jeff Corwin in Alaska to explore the profound environmental challenge of climate change. He investigates the Mendenhall Glacier, rappelling into its crevasses and flying a drone above its edge to witness how warming temperatures are rapidly transforming this ancient ice. Experts note that ice loss here is occurring faster than anywhere else on Earth.

Corwin then examines the impact of melting glaciers on Alaska's vital salmon populations. Working with dedicated conservationists along the Montana River, he studies baby salmon. This research aids Alaska's Department of Fish and Wildlife in managing salmon populations and provides crucial insight into how climate change affects the entire ecosystem. This adventure is part of "Wildlife Nation," highlighting critical conservation efforts.

The lower Snake River dams are pushing salmon to extinction, threatening orcas, breaking tribal treaties, and harming communities in the Northwest. Removing these four dams would enable the

The lower Snake River dams are pushing salmon to extinction, threatening orcas, breaking tribal treaties, and harming communities in the Northwest. Removing these four dams would enable the largest river restoration in history, restoring over 5,000 miles of free-flowing habitat for millions of salmon.

Urgent action is needed for better infrastructure and a healthier ecosystem. Tell Congress to restore the lower Snake River and save salmon and orcas before it's too late. Learn more and act: https://dfnd.us/3s1aJvh

After rowing the Atlantic and witnessing extensive plastic pollution, Met Office scientist Kate Salmon and her "Row for the Ocean" crew founded Plastic Free Exeter. Their goal is to make Exeter

After rowing the Atlantic and witnessing extensive plastic pollution, Met Office scientist Kate Salmon and her "Row for the Ocean" crew founded Plastic Free Exeter. Their goal is to make Exeter the UK's largest single-use 'plastic-free' city by 2020, demonstrating how local action can unite communities in addressing environmental challenges.

This talk, presented at TEDxExeter 2019 under the theme "The Art of the Possible," encourages reflection on our shared future amidst societal divisions. Learn more about TEDxExeter at [www.tedxexeter.com](http://www.tedxexeter.com). For details on TEDx events, visit [https://www.ted.com/tedx](https://www.ted.com/tedx).

Not all "vampires" reside in Transylvania; some infest underwater pens of farmed salmon. Tiny parasites called sea lice make life miserable for both farmed and wild fish, weakening adults and

Not all "vampires" reside in Transylvania; some infest underwater pens of farmed salmon. Tiny parasites called sea lice make life miserable for both farmed and wild fish, weakening adults and killing juveniles.

These bloodsuckers pose a dual threat: the lice themselves harm fish, and the pesticides used to control them can be toxic to other marine life. Their prevalence signals a critical need for improved practices in certain salmon farms.

Our relationship with nature shapes our future, yet Iceland's fjords face destruction from industrial open-net salmon farming. This method pollutes pristine ecosystems, harms farmed fish, and

Our relationship with nature shapes our future, yet Iceland's fjords face destruction from industrial open-net salmon farming. This method pollutes pristine ecosystems, harms farmed fish, and drives local salmon populations to extinction, threatening one of Europe's last wildernesses.

This industry conflicts with Iceland's untouched landscape. A growing local movement, "Laxaþjóð | A Salmon Nation," demonstrates the power of community to protect the wild places defining Iceland's identity. Join the effort to ban open-net salmon farming and safeguard nature.

Take action: https://pat.ag/26_Iceland_Youtube

Join Jeff Corwin on "Wildlife Nation" for an Alaskan adventure, connecting with iconic North American brown bears. He observes these magnificent creatures, including a mother with cubs, hunting

Join Jeff Corwin on "Wildlife Nation" for an Alaskan adventure, connecting with iconic North American brown bears. He observes these magnificent creatures, including a mother with cubs, hunting for salmon, and discovers how this vital resource helps them become so big.

The journey highlights how people and bears coexist, and the efforts of conservationists, including Defenders of Wildlife, to manage and sustain salmon for future generations. Witness the incredible struggles and successes of these animals and the dedicated work to protect them.

Nineteen-year-old artist Austin Picinich founded Save Our Salmon through Art (SOS) in 2021. This nonprofit uses public art to educate and empower communities to protect local salmon-spawning

Nineteen-year-old artist Austin Picinich founded Save Our Salmon through Art (SOS) in 2021. This nonprofit uses public art to educate and empower communities to protect local salmon-spawning streams, many of which are blocked by urban culverts. Picinich was inspired after only three salmon returned to spawn in Juanita Creek near his home.

SOS hosts interactive mural painting events. Picinich designs salmon-themed murals, which volunteers and attendees complete during "SOS Community Days." These events have engaged nearly 750 painters and over 3,000 attendees, raising more than $28,000 for stream restoration and reaching almost a million people through awareness efforts.