Rick Schwartz

Animals, Nature, and You

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“Animals Nature and You” celebrates the curiosity around the connection we have with the natural world. In this podcast, we will be looking at the science and the personal experiences of experts, and everyday people. From conservationist and animal care staff to filmmakers and authors. We’ll talk to backyard birders, wildlife experts, naturalist, animal behaviorists, veterinarians and so much more. Join us on this curious odyssey, let’s explore and reconnect together! It’s all about the connections we feel and the connections we long for. It’s about Animals, Nature, and You!

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Rick Schwartz

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Cheetahs - Part 2: The Unexpected Science and Art of Connecting with Wildlife 30.01.2026 38:51

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...

Cheetahs - Part 1: The Unexpected Science and Art of Connecting with Wildlife 29.01.2026 55:25

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...

Can Nature Reconnect Us In a Time of Loneliness and Division: The Heart of 'In Our Nature' 28.01.2026 35:16

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...

Discovering Connection: How Animals Transformed My Life, with Jungle Jordan 27.01.2026 1:00:30

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...

Trailer - An Introduction to Animals, Nature, and You 27.01.2026 2:47

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...