Natural Resource Today Podcast

#243: Pharmaceutical Pollution: Protecting People and the Planet 23.01.2026 1:37 ↓

Pharmaceutical pollution can harm wildlife.

#242: On the Brink: How Long-Term Science Can Save Our Planet 16.01.2026 1:18 ↓

Earth is in crisis.

#241: Dr Thanyani Phaiphai | Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement Implementation in Vhembe's Primary Schools 17.10.2025 12:18 ↓

The guest's contributions are based on his academic research. They are shared in his personal capacity and do not represent the views of this platform.

#240: Arinao Denga | Insights into Egg Production 26.09.2025 12:42 ↓

Arinao Denga holds an Honours degree in Animal Science from the University of Venda. The guest's contributions are based on her academic research. They are shared in her personal capacity and do not represent the views of this platform.

#239: Dr Pfarelo Matsila | Exploring How Vhembe's Informal Street Traders Balance Livelihood Activities with Caregiving Responsibilities 06.09.2025 8:43 ↓

Dr Pfarelo Matsila is a researcher at the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Centre for Sexualities, AIDS, and Gender (CSA&G). The guest's contributions are based on her academic research. They are shared in her personal capacity and do not represent the views of this platform.

#238: The Impact of Reduced Snowfall on Glaciers in Central Asia 05.09.2025 1:50 ↓

Further Reading:https://doi.org/10.1038/s43247-025-02611-8

#237: Bono Mulabisani | Understanding Carbon Taxation in South Africa 22.08.2025 9:42 ↓

Bono Mulabisani is an energy trader. The guest's contributions are based on her academic research. They are shared in her personal capacity and do not represent the views of this platform.

#236: Nakisani Princess Sigama, Representation of Afrophobia Violence on X (formerly Twitter) in South Africa 08.08.2025 11:03 ↓

Nakisani Princess Sigama holds a master’s degree in communication and media studies from the University of Venda.

#235: Knowledge Mariba Tshiangwa, University of Venda, The Influence of Microfinance on Small Enterprises in Vhembe District, Limpopo 01.08.2025 6:38 ↓

Knowledge Mariba Tshiangwa is pursuing a Master of Commerce (MCom) at the University of Venda.

#234: Elisa Pandelani Munzhelele, University of Venda, Understanding Pharmaceutical Contaminants in South Africa's Wastewater 25.07.2025 13:07 ↓

Elisa Pandelani Munzhelele is currently pursuing a PhD in Environmental Sciences at the University of Venda.

#233: Dr Melford Mbedzi, Mangosuthu University of Technology - Invasive Alien Plant Species Eradication 18.07.2025 7:46 ↓

Dr Melford Mbedzi is a lecturer at Mangosuthu University of Technology.

#232: Ndivhuho Khantshi, ThomaTree Family (Pty) Ltd - Mobilizing Resources for Wetland Conservation 04.07.2025 5:59 ↓

More Information: www.thomatree.co.za

#231: Human Fire Use in East Asia 27.06.2025 1:19 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2500042122

#230: The Domestication of Pigs 20.06.2025 1:05 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2507123122

#229: Wildlife Trafficking Hotspots 13.06.2025 1:17 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1038/s43247-025-02371-5

#228: Community Engagement in Plastic Pollution Research 06.06.2025 1:13 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1186/s43591-025-00127-8

#227: Climate Change Threat to Wild Animals 30.05.2025 1:13 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1093/biosci/biaf059

#226: The Link Between Plastic Chemicals and Cardiovascular Deaths 23.05.2025 1:12 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ebiom.2025.105730

#225: Projecting Impacts of Climate Change on Crop Production 16.05.2025 1:18 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1088/2752-5295/adcbc9

#224: Understanding Avian Influenza Virus in Cats 08.05.2025 1:13 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1093/ofid/ofaf261

#223: Severe Drought in Africa 25.04.2025 1:23 ↓

Further Reading: https://dx.doi.org/10.2760/2135988

#222: Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Global Shipping 18.04.2025 2:04 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1029/2024EF005255

#221: Human Impact on Global Biodiversity 28.03.2025 1:21 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-025-08752-2

#220: The Impact of Climate Change on Mental Health in Madagascar 21.03.2025 1:20 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joclim.2025.100438

#219: Effects of Pesticides on Bumble Bee Brain 14.03.2025 1:14 ↓

Further Reading: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12915-025-02169-z