Jumpstart Nature
Prepare to challenge assumptions and uncover the hidden wonders of nature and climate.
Through expert insights, compelling stories, and engaging commentary, Jumpstart Nature takes you on a journey with your host, Griff Griffith, to explore the surprising truths behind the headlines and rethink what you thought you knew about our planet.
With immersive storytelling and thought-provoking discussions, this podcast will leave you inspired to see the world differently—and motivated to make a difference.
Podcasting since 2023 • 16 episodes
Jumpstart Nature
Latest Episodes
#11 - Critical Mast: The Hidden Cycle of Oak Abundance
Have you ever noticed that oak trees sometimes have bumper crops of acorns, and sometimes hardly produce a thing? What causes this? And why?Join host Griff Griffith and producer Michael Hawk on an exploration of acorn masting (bumper cro...
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Angry Activist, Rural Landowner: Finding Common Ground for Nature
Have you ever found it tough to talk about big issues, especially when people already have strong ideas? In the world of nature and climate, we often see communication that feels more like telling people what to do, or how to think. It's easy f...
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#10 - Can We Save Cats and Wildlife? The Outdoor Cat Dilemma.
Cats are independent, lovable, and endlessly entertaining—but with nearly 100 million outdoor cats in the USA alone, they become one of the most devastating forces against wildlife, killing billions of animals each year. At the same time, outdo...
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#9: Invaders in Your Yard: The Hidden Dangers of Invasive Species
There’s an invasion happening right under our noses—one that’s likely reached your own backyard. You may have even unknowingly played a part in it.This is the spread of invasive plants, animals, and fungi. Once removed from their native ...
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#8 - Saving A Valley: How Coyote Valley Inspires Conservation
On a 1983 morning, Steve Jobs scouted Coyote Valley for Apple's new headquarters. Despite his plans, Coyote Valley remains one of the most important undeveloped landscapes near Silicon Valley. This episode tells the story of its con...
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