Animals, Nature, and You

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick In this episode, Mike Veale, the founder and CEO of Global Conservation Force, discusses the organization's multifaceted approach to wildlife conservation. Global Conservation Force brings together a team of experts, volunteers, and community members to work towards saving endangered species. Mike shares the pillars of conservation work, the founding of the G...

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Gabrielle Katanic, creator of "Talk Nerdy To Me California"  shares her journey from a nature enthusiast to a nature educator and influencer. She discusses the importance of reconnecting with nature, the role of curiosity in learning, and how guided experiences can transform people's perspectives on the natural world. Gabrielle also introduces her N...

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick This is Part 2 of a 2 part episode. In this episode of Animals, Nature and You, we delve into the fascinating world of big cats, specifically cheetahs, with Janet Rose-Hinostroza, a seasoned expert who has dedicated her life to working with these majestic animals. From her childhood passion to her professional experiences, Janet shares invaluable insights that ins...

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode. In this episode of Animals, Nature and You, we delve into the fascinating world of big cats, specifically cheetahs, with Janet Rose-Hinostroza, a seasoned expert who has dedicated her life to working with these majestic animals. From her childhood passion to her professional experiences, Janet shares invaluable insights that ins...

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Does nature play help children self-regulate? Can urban gardens be a source of income, pride and strengthen community? Does walking nature help us process grief?  Film director, James Parker discusses why the stories within the new film "In Or Nature" are so profound and important. In this episode we find out more about the impact of nature on community...

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick How did Jungle Jordan get his start as a wildlife educator and content creator? In this episode Jordan opens up to share how his childhood passion for animals helped him navigate through tough times and put him on an incredible path.  " They didn’t judge me; they accepted me. " Reflecting on his journey, Jordan reveals that he initially believed he was s...

Send "Fan Mail" to Rick Welcome to Animals Nature and You! In our modern times, it has become evident that for all of our advancements in technology and productivity, we have also become somewhat detached from the natural world.  What if reconnecting and understanding the natural world helped us more than just offering up instagram reels and TikTok videos? What if reconnecting with anima...