The Anthropo Scene Podcast
A podcast exploring biology, ecology, and introduced and invasive species around the world. We are interested in super neat science about nature, and how humans interact with the nature, wildlife, and the rest of our environment.
We take a serious approach to research, and a less serious approach to the delivery, so we can all have a bit more fun along the way.
In loving memory of Nicholas McCarney.
Episodes
42 episodes
Um, Could I Get Some Kelp?
Sea a star, make a wish! Many of us know how awful heat waves can be (I know I for one have been very glad to have access to AC this summer)... now imagine being underwater where it is even harder, if not impossible, to cool yoursel...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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55:42
I Hope You Are Doin' Whale
If you have ever heard whale song before you are likely to agree that it is beautiful, and can be quite powerful. So what if we took these incredible singers (along with dolphins too!) and added our own music to it - all for a greater cause?&nb...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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58:38
Bear With Me For a Sec
As we expand into natural areas we are undoubtedly expanding into the habitat of other animals. However, sometimes, instead of being pushed out these animals adapt to our landscape… becoming what we refer to as “urbanized.” Today, w...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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It Just Felis Right
Here kitty kitty kitty. Did you know there are black bobcats in Florida?! And a lot more wild cats in the USA than you might think!Join me chatting with Carnivore Ecologist Aidan Branney about his new paper on melanistic bobcats, as well...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:03:59
Feelin' a Little Swamped
Reptiles are an underappreciated, and often feared, group of animals… So, who will come to their aid when they need it? Well none other than Florida’s local reptile superhero, Swamp Girl!Join me chatting with Kim Tittergton, founder of S...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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Don’t Be a Hippo-crit
What is actual eco tourism and how do you sniff out a hypocrite greenwashing company? Join me chatting with Dr. Camille Fritsch about hippos, eagles, snakes, and lions, and his new science based ecotourism initiative in Africa. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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38:49
Baby, Give Me a Sign
Combining Art and Science to tell a story is a real… well, art! Join me chatting with Dr. Heather Hinham, founder of Second Nature Creative Interpretations about her interpretive work, from digital media to interpretive trails and more, Heather...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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44:08
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Sorry, I Didn't Bycatch That
Today we explore some really interesting conservation issues tightly ingrained with socio-economics, culture, tradition, and even modern day pirates. Join me chatting with conservation ecologist Maria Dabrowski about her masters pro...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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51:04
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Not So Nice To Meat You
I’m back baby! Season 3 is here and I couldn’t be more excited to share episode one with you!Today Conservation Ecologist Hali’a Eastburn talks to us all about (wait for it) CARNIVOROUS PLANTS! What are they? Why do they...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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48:58
A Tribute for Nicholas <3
To anyone who is unaware, Nicholas passed away last month. I made them this small tribute while I was trying to make sense of it all. We miss you already dear friend. The world of nature education and scicomm won't be the same without you. ...
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The Scene is Set
Guest episode alert!Get behind the scenes with us and award-winning filmmaker Jordan Hoffmaster! We talk about origins, passions, and what it is like to work as a documentary filmmaker. What does it really take to produce the films that...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:28:14
A State of Panic
Just like any good "Florida Man" news headline demonstrates throughout the year, without fail, sometimes things get a little out of hand... and in terms of Florida's invasive species problem, well, we have quite a problem. Jo...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:12:21
Horrorble Science: A Halloween Special
Today we have a bit of fun with some spooooooky "what if" invasive species. So get cozy and make sure you leave a light on by your bedside tonight! Happy Halloween!Thanks to @gaiafloraco<...
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Season 2
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1:09:12
Ambidisastrous
We see a repeating pattern in the study of invasive species, where an invasive plant or animal is, well… invasive and even disastrous in one area, and endangered in their native ecosystem. And though it is a common pattern, it doesn’t cease to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:06:57
Hotel Calif-Osmia
Our last episode talked about the insect collapse, so what can you do to help? How about a bee hotel? Join us with special guest Sabrina Moore talking all about bee hotels - tips and tricks on what to do, and most importantly what NOT to do.
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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36:47
Electric Bugaloo
Two-hour special alert!Guess who's back back back?! Back again?! Becca's back, with buggy friends!Our amazing guest Bug Girl Becca returns to talk to us about a difficult and...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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2:09:20
Snip 2.4.5 I Got 99 Problems but Tusks Aint One
Anthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. No tusks no problem, right? The issue is a bit more complicated than it may seem at first, joins us...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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31:31
Charismatic Megafaun...uh?
Invasive species tend to be small, cryptic, and difficult to locate... right? Come with us to the heart of the Colombian Rain Forest to talk about one of the weirdest invasive species out there, with a intriguing past and a complicated story to...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:01:38
Snip 2.3.5 - QnA Number 2!
For today's Anthropo Snip we went to Instagram and got our lovely fans to ask us some questions and here are some answers! Thank you to everyone who asked! Feel free to send us questions whenever so we can do another episode like this.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:43
Change The Channa
A voracious, terrifying, man-eating fish stalks the rivers of Europe, and now the United States… ok well not so much. Join as we debunk the fake problems around snakehead fish and talk about some of the real issues with its invasion with our ne...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:04:39
Snip 2.2.5 Dim The Lights Down Low
Anthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. Today’s Paper A look at how artificial light at night, or ALAN, is actually even worse t...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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28:11
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Honey, Don't Bee Like That...
Today a popular conservation icon that is actually… well a threat to conservation in many parts of the world. Come buzz with us about the European Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) as we discuss some of the issues of this widespread invasive of the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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49:55
Snip 2.1.5 Bye Son... and Everyone Else
Anthropo Snips are a quick look at new(ish) interesting papers and concepts related to anthropogenic impacts on natural ecosystems. When did human-related climate impacts actually start moving mega fauna out of their historical rang...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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