This past week has been a particularly noteworthy one for podcasts featuring interviews with authors of books about nature and natural history, as well as a nature-themed artist and a discussion of a foundational work of science fiction.
Here is a selection of some of the most interesting natural history and natural history book themed podcasts from the past week. Topics include ancient monsters, orchids, and fire in the life cycles of plants.
In a time when the governments of some of the world’s most powerful nations are ignorantly and inexcusably slashing investment in scientific research that if properly funded would benefit not only their own citizens but the world as a whole (I’m looking at you, United States), The Royal Observatory, Greenwich is celebrating its 350th anniversary.
Here is a selection of recent noteworthy podcast episodes featuring interviews with authors of natural history books as well as a newly launched botany podcast and a bit of nature-originating auditory mind massage to help with relaxation.