Kevin Kamps of Beyond Nuclear debunks myths promoted by nuclear power advocates. He details insoluble waste issues, routine radioactive emissions, the risk of catastrophic accidents, and the

Kevin Kamps of Beyond Nuclear debunks myths promoted by nuclear power advocates. He details insoluble waste issues, routine radioactive emissions, the risk of catastrophic accidents, and the potential for plants to become terrorist weapons. Kamps also emphasizes the exorbitant costs associated with nuclear power.

While acknowledging that nuclear power does not contribute to global warming, Kamps argues its severe drawbacks make it an unsustainable energy solution.

Beavers offer ancient, nature-based solutions to climate disruption, addressing challenges like droughts, floods, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. This episode of Bioneers' "Nature's Genius"

Beavers offer ancient, nature-based solutions to climate disruption, addressing challenges like droughts, floods, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. This episode of Bioneers' "Nature's Genius" podcast explores how these "rodent relatives" can heal nature by working with it.

Kate Lundquist and Brock Dolman of the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center share their journey as "Beaver Believers." They are part of a passionate global movement to restore beavers, demonstrating how these animals help balance human civilization with living systems.

Visit the series page to learn more about Nature’s Genius.

Beaver restoration offers ancient, nature-based solutions to climate disruption, addressing challenges like droughts, floods, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. These vital rodents heal

Beaver restoration offers ancient, nature-based solutions to climate disruption, addressing challenges like droughts, floods, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. These vital rodents heal ecosystems by working with nature.

In this episode, "Beaver Believers" Kate Lundquist and Brock Dolman of the Occidental Arts & Ecology Center (OAEC) share their journey. As co-directors of OAEC’s WATER Institute, they lead a global movement to reintroduce beavers, promoting healthy watersheds and climate resilience.

Learn more through resources like the Beaver Believer article and the WATER Institute’s Beaver in California reader. This episode is from the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series.

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/

Nature's Genius, a Bioneers podcast, explores how nature's wisdom offers solutions for human civilization and living systems. It posits an "Age of Nature," urging a radical shift in our

Nature's Genius, a Bioneers podcast, explores how nature's wisdom offers solutions for human civilization and living systems. It posits an "Age of Nature," urging a radical shift in our relationship with the natural world for healing ourselves and the planet.

The series blends Indigenous wisdom and modern science, revealing interconnectedness and time-tested principles from 3.8 billion years of evolution that allow living systems to flourish.

It features scientists, ecologists, Indigenous practitioners, and authors like Brett KenCairn (naturebasedclimate.solutions) and Toby Kiers (spun.earth). They explore nature's inherent intelligence to model sustainable human organization.

Fungi form a complex, vital underground network of mycorrhizal threads, exchanging nutrients and forming symbiotic partnerships essential for life on Earth. Visionary biologists Toby Kiers and

Fungi form a complex, vital underground network of mycorrhizal threads, exchanging nutrients and forming symbiotic partnerships essential for life on Earth. Visionary biologists Toby Kiers and Merlin Sheldrake explore these wonders in an episode of Bioneers' *Nature's Genius* series.

Dr. Kiers is Executive Director and Chief Scientist of SPUN (Society for the Protection of Underground Networks) and a Professor at VU Amsterdam. Dr. Sheldrake, a biologist and writer, is a research associate at Vrije University Amsterdam, works with SPUN, and advises the Fungi Foundation.

On October 18, Dr. Sharon Blackie explored stories, myths, and archetypes, illustrating the transformative power of inner inquiry to shift the collective mindset. The interactive session

On October 18, Dr. Sharon Blackie explored stories, myths, and archetypes, illustrating the transformative power of inner inquiry to shift the collective mindset. The interactive session emphasized how solitude and nature deepen our sense of kinship, concluding with a challenge to consider foundational shifts for metamorphosis.

Dr. Blackie is an award-winning writer, psychologist, and mythologist, focusing on reimagining women's stories and the relevance of myths today. Learn more about her work: sharonblackie.net. Karen Doyle Grossman, Executive Director for the Garrison Institute, previously founded MicroMentor, the world's largest community of entrepreneurs and mentors: micromentor.org.

Over 7,000 languages globally represent diverse worldviews, many now endangered. This "Nature's Genius" episode features Indigenous language champions Jeannette Armstrong (Okanagan) and Rowen

Over 7,000 languages globally represent diverse worldviews, many now endangered. This "Nature's Genius" episode features Indigenous language champions Jeannette Armstrong (Okanagan) and Rowen White (Mohawk).

They explore how Indigenous words, stories, and ideas profoundly influence our conception of nature and our place within it. Armstrong is co-founder of the En'owkin Centre, and White operates Sierra Seeds, a living seed bank.

Discover more about this Bioneers podcast series, which seeks solutions for balancing human civilization with living systems, at bioneers.org/natures-genius. Other resources include the Indigenous Seed Keepers Network, Sierra Seeds, and Language Keepers.

This episode features Indigenous scholar and organizer Nick Estes (Kul Wicasa/Lower Brule Sioux), a Professor at the University of Minnesota and

This episode features Indigenous scholar and organizer Nick Estes (Kul Wicasa/Lower Brule Sioux), a Professor at the University of Minnesota and co-founder of The Red Nation. He explores how Indigenous land-based societies advance regenerative solutions to transform capitalism, advocating for Indigenous leadership to ensure a habitable planet.

Estes, a member of the Oak Lake Writers Society, authored Our History Is the Future and contributes to The Red Nation's bi-weekly newsletter, an organization dedicated to Native liberation.

Additional resources, including videos and publications like "The Red Deal," are available. This episode is from the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series. Learn more at the radio and podcast homepage.

Dr. Shane Gero's groundbreaking research deciphers sperm whale communication, revealing their complex, intelligent lives and cultures. His work suggests whales are "people too," urging us to learn

Dr. Shane Gero's groundbreaking research deciphers sperm whale communication, revealing their complex, intelligent lives and cultures. His work suggests whales are "people too," urging us to learn deep listening for respectful coexistence.

Gero, a Canadian whale biologist and National Geographic Explorer, founded The Dominica Sperm Whale Project and leads biology for Project CETI. His science, which formed the basis for the Emmy-winning series *Secrets of the Whales*, is transforming our understanding of marine life. Learn more at shanegero.com.

This episode is part of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series, exploring these vital insights.