The Center for Biological Diversity is a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit. We believe human welfare is deeply linked to nature’s diversity of wild animals and plants. Our mission is to secure a

The Center for Biological Diversity is a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit. We believe human welfare is deeply linked to nature’s diversity of wild animals and plants. Our mission is to secure a future for all species on the brink of extinction, protecting their lands, waters, and climate through science, law, and creative media.

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Close our inaugural season with engineer and biomimic Gamelihle (Gama) Sibanda. He shares his journey from Zimbabwe, applying the architectural wisdom of ants and termites to solve real-world

Close our inaugural season with engineer and biomimic Gamelihle (Gama) Sibanda. He shares his journey from Zimbabwe, applying the architectural wisdom of ants and termites to solve real-world flooding crises.

Tune in to episode 6 to explore how childhood curiosity about insects can evolve into a global engineering framework, integrating Indigenous knowledge, biomimicry, and the ethics of artificial intelligence.

The AskNature Podcast is a project of The Biomimicry Institute, hosted by Amanda Sturgeon and Andrew Howley. Sound design and music composition are by Simon Thomas George and Lucas Murray, with Ayoade Balogun as Senior Producer.

What can nature teach us about community, democracy, and technology in an age of rapid AI and climate crises? The AskNature Podcast explores this, inviting a shift from isolated extraction to a

What can nature teach us about community, democracy, and technology in an age of rapid AI and climate crises? The AskNature Podcast explores this, inviting a shift from isolated extraction to a declaration of interdependence.

In Episode 5, author Baratunde Thurston discusses remembering our belonging to each other and the Earth. Tune in to learn how to move beyond techno-fascism and embrace our roles as true, interconnected global citizens. Hosted by Amanda Sturgeon, CEO of the Biomimicry Institute, and Andrew Howley, this podcast is a project of The Biomimicry Institute.

Author and designer Julia Watson challenges us to look beyond high-tech solutions for climate-resilient design. Instead, she advocates for nature-positive approaches by embracing the

Author and designer Julia Watson challenges us to look beyond high-tech solutions for climate-resilient design. Instead, she advocates for nature-positive approaches by embracing the multi-generational genius of LO-TEK infrastructure, integrating ancestral knowledge with contemporary technology.

Tune into Episode 4 of the AskNature Podcast to delve deeper. Hosted by Amanda Sturgeon and Andrew Howley, this episode travels from Iraq's 6,500-year-old floating reed islands to explore how indigenous knowledge can design the infrastructures of contemporary cities. The AskNature Podcast is a project of The Biomimicry Institute, with sound design by Simon Thomas George and Lucas Murray, and senior producer Ayoade Balogun.

Natural navigator Tristan Gooley reveals that nature's every shape and color is a solution to a problem, emphasizing that nothing is random and everything is connected. The AskNature Podcast helps

Natural navigator Tristan Gooley reveals that nature's every shape and color is a solution to a problem, emphasizing that nothing is random and everything is connected. The AskNature Podcast helps us decipher these clues in the more-than-human world.

In Episode 3, delve into the two pillars of wayfinding and learn how a simple five-minute walk can unlock your brain's evolutionary potential. Hosted by Amanda Sturgeon, CEO of the Biomimicry Institute, and Chief Editor Andrew Howley, the AskNature Podcast is a project of The Biomimicry Institute.

Robin Wall Kimmerer emphasizes the transformative power of stories to shift our worldview. She suggests living "as if the world is a gift for which I need to be grateful, for which I need to

Robin Wall Kimmerer emphasizes the transformative power of stories to shift our worldview. She suggests living "as if the world is a gift for which I need to be grateful, for which I need to reciprocate, for whom I am accountable," believing that a changed narrative can align our behaviors with nature.

Kimmerer joins AskNature to discuss cultural biomimicry, blending Western science with traditional ecological knowledge to navigate climate uncertainty. She also champions Plant Baby Plant, a grassroots movement encouraging people to "Raise a garden, and raise a ruckus!" Discover more at plantbabyplant.com.

This episode is hosted by Amanda Sturgeon and Andrew Howley, and is a project of The Biomimicry Institute.

“What is the design intent of our lives?” The AskNature Podcast, a project of The Biomimicry Institute, explores this question. In its premiere episode, Janine Benyus and Christiana Figueres

“What is the design intent of our lives?” The AskNature Podcast, a project of The Biomimicry Institute, explores this question. In its premiere episode, Janine Benyus and Christiana Figueres discuss biomimicry, belonging, and living in relationship with the natural world.

Figueres urges mindfulness in our actions, words, and thoughts, believing a more loving approach would transform our world. Benyus adds that our personal connection to nature is cultivable. Hosted by Amanda Sturgeon and Andrew Howley, this episode will shift your perspective on nature, design, and daily choices, reminding us to listen with humility. Episode 1 premieres May 27th.

Facing unprecedented ecological and social challenges, The AskNature Podcast explores how looking to nature can guide our future. It uncovers nature-inspired strategies for resilience, innovation,

Facing unprecedented ecological and social challenges, The AskNature Podcast explores how looking to nature can guide our future. It uncovers nature-inspired strategies for resilience, innovation, and systemic change, bringing together diverse voices to answer this crucial question.

Season 1 focuses on the exponential impact of reconnecting with nature, featuring guests like Janine Benyus, Christiana Figueres, and Robin Wall Kimmerer. Hosted by Amanda Sturgeon (CEO, Biomimicry Institute) and Andrew Howley, this project from The Biomimicry Institute premieres Episode 1 on May 27th.

Cities are crucial for climate action, requiring political strategies for waste management, transportation, and responsible land use. A sustainable vision for 2050 is essential.

This

Cities are crucial for climate action, requiring political strategies for waste management, transportation, and responsible land use. A sustainable vision for 2050 is essential.

This perspective was shared by the Chief of Staff of the Municipal Secretary of Rio de Janeiro. The talk took place at a TEDx event, independently organized by a local community in the TED conference format.

Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

David Courchene III, Robert Maytwayashing, Ray Stevenson, and Lucas Michano discussed the origins, meanings, and Ojibwe translations of traditional songs by the Red Shadow Singers. This session,

David Courchene III, Robert Maytwayashing, Ray Stevenson, and Lucas Michano discussed the origins, meanings, and Ojibwe translations of traditional songs by the Red Shadow Singers. This session, held via Zoom on January 21, 2021, offered insights into their cultural significance.

The event was produced by David Courchene III and the Pic River Development Corp (PRDC).