Our Wild Backyard

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Latest episodes

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Episode 6: Sunburst Lichen with Tanner Barnharst

Join Our Wild Backyard as Tanner Barnharst shares his expertise on sunburst lichens, resilient organisms known for their vibrant orange color and ability to survive in ch

Aug 28
19 min

Episode 5: Bobolink with Sarah Hewitt

Discover the fascinating world of the Bobolink, a migratory songbird renowned for one of the longest migrations of any songbird. Sarah Hewitt from the Audubon Society exp

Jul 19
24 min

Episode 4: Regal Fritillary with Keith Summerville

Keith Summerville, Levitt Distinguished Professor of Environmental Science and Director of the Jay N. Darling Institute for Rural Sustainability at Drake University, shar

Jun 19
21 min

Episode 3: Eastern Fox Squirrel with Dr. James A. Wilson

Dr. James A. Wilson, a professor in the Biology Department at University of Nebraska Omaha, shares fascinating insights into the world of fox squirrels, covering their be

May 12
18 min

Episode 2: Cottonwoods with Tanner Aiken

Tanner Aiken, South Dakota State University Horticulturist, shares his passion for cottonwood trees, discussing their significance in urban forestry and their unique char

Apr 11
24 min

Intro

Jennifer McLaughlin, a sustainability educator and naturalist, hosts the 'Our Wild Backyard' podcast, where she introduces listeners to the flora and fauna of Midwestern

Mar 12
1 min

Episode 1: Bumblebees with Amanda Bachmann, PhD

Urban Entomologist, Amanda Bachmann discusses bumblebee's characteristics, diversity, and ecological importance. She explains the differences between bumblebees, honeybee

Mar 5
24 min