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Kindred is a new weekly podcast about our human relationship to animals and nature; how they inspire us, what we learn from them, and how we can advocate for them.

In an incredibly powerful episode from our archives…We spoke with Tony Incashola Jr., forest manager for CSKT (Confedera...
03/09/2024

In an incredibly powerful episode from our archives…

We spoke with Tony Incashola Jr., forest manager for CSKT (Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes), and Stephanie Gillin, information and education program manager and former wildlife biologist for the CSKT at the Flathead Indian Reservation.

We discussed the history of fire and what it means to their tribes.

“For thousands of years, the Salish, Pend d’Oreille, and other tribes of the Northern Rockies periodically set fire to the land, profoundly shaping plant and animal communities.” - CSKT | Division of Fish, Wildlife, Recreation, & Conservation Website

Here you can see and learn more about:

🔹 Fire Ecology
🔹 Historic Images
🔹 The History of Fires
🔹 Interviews with Elders

And more!

Visit the episode’s show notes to listen to this episode and learn more about the power of fire 🔥

If you had a name that means, ‘blubber snatcher’…In our episode, we talked about how Killer Whales got their name. They ...
01/08/2024

If you had a name that means, ‘blubber snatcher’…

In our episode, we talked about how Killer Whales got their name.

They have many names in different languages - the Norwegian word for Killer Whales is spekkhoggar which means Blubber Snatcher! Hanne mentions that was likely given to them by whalers who had seen orcas attack and hunt in nature.

There’s always been a discussion of whether these animals should be called Killer Whales, Orcas, Blubber Snatchers, and many other names. Orca is their Latin Name - Killer Whale is their name IUCN Database - and they are predators.

In fact, Killer Whales are:
🔹 Playful
🔹 Highly social
🔹 Very intelligent
🔹 Very coordinated
🔹 Distinctive Coloring
🔹 One of the biggest predators

As we said, you don’t have to be ‘wild’ about nature, but you need to respect it and give it the respect it is due.

Photo Credit | Bente Strager

In our newest episode, we are headed to the chilly waters of Denmark…To talk with the insightful Hanne Strager all about...
30/07/2024

In our newest episode, we are headed to the chilly waters of Denmark…

To talk with the insightful Hanne Strager all about these fascinating predators 🖤🤍 (sadly we couldn't find an emoji for our featured marine animal in this episode)

We spoke with marine biologist and author Hanne about the fascinating world of killer whales, or orcas.

Hanne, a specialist in marine wildlife, just released her book, ""The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas."" We dive deep into the complex relationship between humans and these majestic predators.

Join us as we explore why orcas have been misunderstood and even demonised. Hanne’s insights on these dynamic, intelligent creatures are truly eye-opening.

Lots of Love 💚

29/07/2024

While we LOVE to have a bit of fun with our podcast…

We do ask all of our guests serious questions:
🔹 Why is what you do important?
🔹 How are we changing the narrative?
🔹 How does it impact our relationship with nature?

And Hanne gave the perfect answer -

“For me, it’s easy - the only thing that can save the planet is our love for everything alive.”

It was a series of events that led Hanne to become an advocate for Killer Whales, and she is extremely grateful for it. As she put it, “It is a richer world for us to live in if they are around.”

Photo Credit | Hanne Strager

☕️ Please consider ""Buying Kindred a Coffee"" and support us in our mission of exploring the intricate and interdependent relationship that humans have with animals and nature. You can donate by clicking the link to our website.

Are you fascinated by the intricate relationship between marine predators and their prey? In a recent article from the R...
26/07/2024

Are you fascinated by the intricate relationship between marine predators and their prey?

In a recent article from the Raincoast Conservation Foundation, written by Amy Rowley & titled Southern Residents, salmon, and certainty in science, researchers investigate the crucial relationship between Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW) and Chinook salmon.

This captivating study explores how salmon availability impacts SRKW survival and what this means for their conservation.

By examining this dynamic, the research opens up discussions on the broader implications for environmental protection and the future of these majestic creatures.

To read the full article, click the link in the episode’s show notes!

Photo Credit | Fernando Lessa

The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of OrcasWhen biology student Hanne Strager volunteered to work as a cook on...
25/07/2024

The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas

When biology student Hanne Strager volunteered to work as a cook on a research vessel in Norway, it sparked a decades-long journey with killer whales.

""The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas” chronicles her adventures, exploring our complex relationship with these intelligent, long-lived predators.

From Arctic seas to Vancouver and Kamchatka, Strager delves into orca behavior, biology, and ecology with other fellow biologists.

Featuring stunning photos by , this book offers rare, intimate moments with these incredible creatures.

Oh did we mention, the book is a Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award by the NOBA Foundation & received Honorable mention for the Sigurd Olson Nature Writing Awards by the Northland College!!

Photo Credit | Paul Nicklen

In this week’s episode, we travel to Denmark and speak with author and long time marine biologist  about the incredible ...
23/07/2024

In this week’s episode, we travel to Denmark and speak with author and long time marine biologist about the incredible and dynamic predator the killer whale, or orca if you prefer.

Hanne specializes in marine wildlife, specifically killer whales, and has recently published her new book titled, The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas. 🖤🤍

We wanted to speak with Hanne because we are keenly interested in the relationship humans have with predators and why killer whales have long been persecuted, misunderstood, and even demonised by humans, like MANY predators whether that be on land or sea. We think they are dynamic, highly intelligent, gorgeous, and captivating animals and Hanne tells us why!

What an absolute honor to speak with Hanne. We steeped in her knowledge and experience and mostly her poignant insights on not only killer whales but also her view of the relationship we have with animals like killer whales and other powerful and intelligent predators.

Also, take a listen to this week's introduction to the episode and weigh in on whether my “joke” about killer whales is actually a joke, a riddle, or just a question! Jenn is most definitely unsure! Lols.

Lots of Love 💚

🎧 Listen now or wherever you get your podcasts.

🔗 Links to all episodes and our website can be found in the bio.

✏️ Please consider rating, reviewing and following us! We are a small indie podcast and this really helps our visibility on all platforms.

Thank you 🌿

22/07/2024

Unfortunately, we are in DESPERATE need of your help…

Kate has asked the following, to help you figure out the topic of this week’s upcoming episode, “What do you get if you put a tuxedo and a dolphin together?” 🖤🤍

The only problem is that Kate and Jenn can’t agree if it is a joke, a riddle or a question.

According to Kate, at Kindred, there are no riddles…

Only BAD jokes 😂

So, we need your help! Is this a:
🔹 Joke
🔹 Riddle
🔹 Question

Share your thoughts in the poll in our story!

ALSO be sure to set a reminder on your phone to tune in first thing tomorrow morning for a killer new episode with 🔔

Photo Credit | Hanne Strager

Imagine the squiggliest, curliest, squishiest bug you can….And that is what Gwen has on her Instagram - BUT she showcase...
18/07/2024

Imagine the squiggliest, curliest, squishiest bug you can….

And that is what Gwen has on her Instagram - BUT she showcases the incredible beauty and individualism of different species in a way that blows us away!

Gwen’s passion for bugs and entomology started from a very early age. She was fascinated with caterpillars, butterflies and moths 🐛

“It blew my mind how, you know, this little wormy guy that looked, you know, nothing like a butterfly or a moth could turn into this totally different-looking insect.”

Often the caterpillars would turn into moths or butterflies 🦋

HOWEVER…

Sometimes it would turn into a wasp or fly!

Did we mention Gwen is a super-talented photographer as well!?

The photos in this carousel were all taken by 📸

Photo Credit |

In case you missed it…. 👇We are OBSESSED with our latest episode with bug-loving  🐞🐛🦗🐜🪰🪲🪳🦟🕷️🦋🐝(And before you ask - yes ...
16/07/2024

In case you missed it…. 👇

We are OBSESSED with our latest episode with bug-loving 🐞🐛🦗🐜🪰🪲🪳🦟🕷️🦋🐝

(And before you ask - yes we took this opportunity to add all of the bug emojis we could find!)

Gwen's love for entomology started young, and she showcases insects in the most fun and respectful way. Her love of insects and bugs and truly inspiring!

Scientists like Gwen are the future of saving our planet and the critical species that keep it clean, thriving, and full of food, flowers, and all the good things!

Lots of Love 💚

15/07/2024

To save an ecosystem you have to know about ALL of the parts ⬇️

This is shocking… a larger number of people don’t think insects are animals….

When in fact that couldn’t be further from the truth! Insects make up 80% of all animal species!

It is truly surprising that more people don’t study entomology, especially considering what Gwen talks about in this episode!

Photo Credit | Gwen Erdosh |

*** Eucharitidae is a family of parasitoid wasps in the superfamily Chalcidoidea.

☕️ Please consider ""Buying Kindred a Coffee"" and support us our mission exploring the intricate and interdependent relationship that humans have with animals and nature. You can donate by clicking the link to our website.

When you hear this…. It makes you stop instantly⬇️“A science experiment gone horribly wrong"" - Eric Eaton“Such that the...
12/07/2024

When you hear this…. It makes you stop instantly⬇️

“A science experiment gone horribly wrong"" - Eric Eaton

“Such that the finished work is a surprise to everyone: the head of an eagle, on the body of a pig, with crab legs"" - Rachel Sargent Mirus

”They’re just the weirdest things in the world, they are a combination of every cool thing balled into one insect - evolution really got them!” - Gwen Erdosh

“Hollywood can't even make this stuff up - it is soooo cool!” - Kate Coffin

We don’t think there is much more we need to add, except to read the article in the comments to see what we are going on about 💬

Illustration Credit | Adelaide Tyrol

When you have a mission like this - you are making some incredibly powerful changes ⬇️The Mission of  is to be “committe...
11/07/2024

When you have a mission like this - you are making some incredibly powerful changes ⬇️

The Mission of is to be “committed to inspiring participation and awareness in the preservation of fragile ecosystems by providing opportunities for personal direct action to save the diversity of life on Earth.”

They work towards this mission through:
🔹 Conservation
🔹 Insect Discovery Lab
🔹 Educational Programs
🔹 Adopt an Acre & Adopt a Reef
🔹 Partnering with Similar Organizations

Does it get much more impressive than that?

Photo Credit | SaveNature.org

In this week’s episode, we had the absolute pleasure of speaking with entomologist Gwen Erdosh! We came across her Insta...
09/07/2024

In this week’s episode, we had the absolute pleasure of speaking with entomologist Gwen Erdosh! We came across her Instagram account a few years back and have been huge fans ever since.

We are so inspired by Gwen for many reasons. She’s a woman who has loved entomology from a very young age, she features insects in a way that is super fun and respectful, and her passion for all-things-bugs is infectious.

Oh, and she speaks about them not only in English but in fluent Spanish (We can barely spell/say Pyrophorus Noctilucus in one language let alone two!)!

It’s scientists like Gwen that are the future of saving this planet, and the incredible critical species that keep this world clean and thriving, and give us food, flowers, and all the good things!

The fashion world and Hollywood’s got nothing on the spectacular insects Gwen finds. You wanna see the real trend setters? Head to and get ready to be WOWED!

Lots of Love 💚

🎧 Listen now or wherever you get your podcasts.

🔗 Links to all episodes and our website can be found in the bio.

✏️ Please consider rating, reviewing and following us! We are a small indie podcast and this really helps our visibility on all platforms.

Thank you 🌿

08/07/2024

In a strange turn of events…

We think Kate might have found a new best friend 🦃

Honestly… You will DEFINITELY need to listen to the introduction on our new episode that is dropping tomorrow (unless you are a Kinderd Plus Subscriber and have exclusive early access!) 🎉

Tomorrow you will learn about:

🔹Bees that live in the Mojave Desert
🔹The squiggliest insects (it’s a word😉)
🔹An insect even Hollywood couldn’t make up

Be sure to set a reminder on your phone to tune in first thing tomorrow morning for a fascinating, bug-tastic, new episode with the passionate 🔔

Photo Credit | Gwen Erdosh |

***It is a wasp in the family . Species: Andricus quercuscalifornicus, the

When we first started to research for this episode, we wanted to talk about the critical role time spent in nature plays...
05/07/2024

When we first started to research for this episode, we wanted to talk about the critical role time spent in nature plays in the development of children and young people.

During our research, we came across a study done by University College London and the UCL Institute of Education titled:

Children in Nature, a Research Evaluation for the Wildlife Trusts, authored by Richard Sheldrake, Ruth Amos, and Michael Reese.

“The research surveyed 451 children before and after they undertook Wildlife Trust events, and also undertook observations of and interviews with 199 of the children, 17 of their teachers, and 17 Wildlife Trust practitioners delivering the events.”

And the results are…

Pretty incredible!

79% of children felt more confident in themselves.

81% reported better relationships with their teachers.

79% felt learning outdoors helped with their schoolwork.

So it's a really amazing set of results.

Photo Credit | Children and Nature - UCL and The Wildlife Trusts Full Report

In this week’s episode, we are speaking with Jen Davis, the education and learning manager for The Wildlife Trusts based...
04/07/2024

In this week’s episode, we are speaking with Jen Davis, the education and learning manager for The Wildlife Trusts based around the UK.

Jen focuses specifically on the role nature plays in childhood and how through educational programs implemented by , children can access empathy to nature, and a deeper connection to themselves and others.

And, we dig deep into the critical role time spent in nature plays in the development of children and young people.

Jen was such a joy and inspiration to speak with. You can tell how much she loves her work and how passionate she is about implementing time spent in nature for children into the educational systems in the UK.

This conversation resonated deeply with us and is so very Kindred.

Thanks so much to Jen Davis and The Wildlife Trusts for speaking with us and for the work you are doing in getting our children reconnected to the natural world!

Lots of Love 💚

🎧 Listen now or wherever you get your podcasts.

🔗 Links to all episodes and website can be found in the bio.

✏️ Please consider rating, reviewing and follow us! We are a small indie podcast and this really helps our visibility on all platforms.

Thank you 🌿

01/07/2024

Why are we doing this???

We are doing this to put nature into recovery.

We are not a mental health charity.
We are not an education charity.
We are a wildlife conservation charity.

BUT…

We can’t do that without - people 🫶

We want people to take meaningful action for nature 🌿

If you have not had a chance to listen to the full episode, be sure to tune in on our website!

☕️ Please consider ""Buying Kindred a Coffee"" and support us our mission exploring the intricate and interdependent relationship that humans have with animals and nature. You can donate by clicking the link to our website.

Thank you 🌿

In doing some research for this episode, Kate came across two very interesting terms…Nature Connection & Nature Prescrip...
28/06/2024

In doing some research for this episode, Kate came across two very interesting terms…

Nature Connection & Nature Prescription

🌿 Nature connection is about how we relate to and experience nature. Really simply our relationship with it.

So when we feel very close to nature, we recognize ourselves as part of the natural world and we value our relationship with it.

And that means that we notice nature, we seek out, we feel happy when we're in it.

Think of it just like a human connection.

And wow - the planet needs A LOT more of that 🌏

🌿 Nature Prescription, or as The Wildlife Trusts calls it, green social prescribing, is something different.

Green social prescribing is about the social and sometimes clinical applications of time spent in nature.

In the UK, some GPs will actually prescribe time and nature as a complimentary therapeutic aid that sits alongside traditional medical interventions.

And yeah, it's incredible 💚

Are you ready to hear something truly amazing…The Wildlife Trusts- Has 900,000 Members- More than 39,000 volunteers- Man...
27/06/2024

Are you ready to hear something truly amazing…

The Wildlife Trusts
- Has 900,000 Members
- More than 39,000 volunteers
- Manages 2600 nature reserves
- Improved 4600km rivers & streams
- Restored 43,169 hectares of peatland

(And Hectares are a heck of a bit of land 😉)

“Our purpose is to bring wildlife back, to empower people to take meaningful action for nature, and to create an inclusive society where nature matters.” - The Wildlife Trusts

Our vision is:
🔹A thriving natural world
🔹Addressing ecological emergencies
🔹Natural habitats playing a valued role
🔹Inspiring to get involved in nature’s recovery

Photo Credit | The Wildlife Trusts

24/06/2024

Quite ‘simply’…

We’ve got a BRAND NEW episode dropping tomorrow!!!

Child and young people entering education now - are inheriting a world that we can’t even imagine.

🔹 The more we care.
🔹 The more we know.
🔹 The more we are given hope.
🔹 The more we can do as a society.

All to put nature into recovery.

Be sure to set a reminder on your phone to tune in first thing tomorrow morning for an amazing new episode with an incredible woman from 🔔

Photo Credit | https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/

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We’ve got some extra exciting news to share with our Kindred Community ⬇️🎉 We are celebrating our 3rd podcast birthday 🎉...
23/06/2024

We’ve got some extra exciting news to share with our Kindred Community ⬇️

🎉 We are celebrating our 3rd podcast birthday 🎉

We are incredibly grateful for all of our listeners, guests and Kindred team that have made this possible 🌏

ALSO…

We wanted to share some incredible photographs of Kate & Jenn, taken by the talented Steve Conroy in the Pennypack a couple of weeks ago 📸

These stunning images capture the natural beauty and serene ambiance of the area surrounding the Pennypack watershed, a vital ecosystem we discussed in depth in our recent episode on the importance of watersheds.

Thank you again to everyone for their support! 💚

21/06/2024

"Talk about the perfect birthday gift 🎁

Getting to be in Bonaire and getting a tour of the from .albers - What an incredibly special gift!!

A huge thank you to Elly and the Bonaire Wild Bird Rehab for the work that they do to help sick and injured birds in Bonaire 🦩

✏️ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating, reviewing and follow us! This truly helps us build our reach and continue to share these amazing stories with the world.

"

"Marina Melis and her husband Ed Koopman set up a non-profit organization called the Donkey Sanctuary Bonaire in 1993 to...
20/06/2024

"Marina Melis and her husband Ed Koopman set up a non-profit organization called the Donkey Sanctuary Bonaire in 1993 to help sick, injured and orphaned donkeys in Bonaire 🫏.

The sanctuary is ""committed to providing a protected life for all donkeys on Bonaire. Information is also given about the living environment of donkeys to the islanders, at schools and to tourists.

currently houses more than 800 donkeys. They are provided with food, drinking water and medical care and have a lot of space and freedom."" (Donkey Sancturay Bonaire's Website)

Visit their website to learn more about the work that they are currently doing and maybe even adopt a donkey!

Photo Credit | Donkey Sanctuary Bonaire

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We are deeply saddened to hear of the heartbreaking loss of Dr. Wallace J. Nichols. We interviewed J in our very first s...
19/06/2024

We are deeply saddened to hear of the heartbreaking loss of Dr. Wallace J. Nichols.

We interviewed J in our very first season and he was so gracious to share his knowledge and time and passion for all things water with us. He opened our minds to a new way of seeing water, and gave us language and the science behind our love of rivers, oceans, the beach, and why we are so drawn to and healed by these spaces.

Dr. Wallaces’ work has changed us and offered us and our listeners a depth of understanding about the power of water. For this, and his beautiful book Blue Mind, we are ever grateful. We will continue to support his work and implement his practices and celebrate the incredible power of his energy.

We hold space for , his family, and his loved ones in our hearts and minds. We honor J’s work and will always hold a space for him in our Blue Minds.

In honor of his memory, you can donate to the Doctor Wallace Jean Nichols Memorial Fund on GoFundMe - the link is in the comments below.

"In case you missed it…. 👇In this week’s episode, we're thrilled to chat with flamingo lover .albers, the founder of the...
18/06/2024

"In case you missed it…. 👇

In this week’s episode, we're thrilled to chat with flamingo lover .albers, the founder of the and the owner of the Mangrove Info Center on the stunning island of Bonaire.

Originally from the Netherlands, Elly moved to Bonaire and began working in animal shelters. She eventually started the Mangrove Info Center, where she and her team guide Kayak and Snorkel Tours. In response to a sudden need in 2018, she founded the Bonaire Wild Bird Rehab.

On a recent holiday to Bonaire, Kate was fortunate enough to meet Elly and tour the facility—a highlight of her life for sure! Check out our social media for videos and pictures of the flamingos and Tiny, the Rehab's most recent intake and youngest baby they have rescued yet!

🎧 Listen now or wherever you get your podcasts.


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17/06/2024

"Did you know flamingos have a hierarchy?

You can’t just add a new flamingo… They have an order🦩

We learned this, along with some other really interesting facts about flamingos - including why they are born grey and NOT pink!

If you have not had a chance to listen to the full episode, be sure to tune in on our website!

☕️ Please consider ""Buying Kindred a Coffee"" and support us our mission exploring the intricate and interdependent relationship that humans have with animals and nature. You can donate by clicking the link to our website.

Thank you 🌿


"

"Introducing…Tiny 🦩The 's most recent intake and the youngest baby they have rescued yet!The mission of the Bonaire Wild...
14/06/2024

"Introducing…

Tiny 🦩

The 's most recent intake and the youngest baby they have rescued yet!

The mission of the Bonaire Wild Bird Rehab is to provide a home for the island’s sick or injured birds.

“I have been inspired by Monique de Vrijer from Vogelklas Karel Schot in the Netherlands who does a phenomenal job saving and treating wild birds and animals. Monique is a walking bird encyclopedia and was flown in by Stichting Olie Vogels Nederland to help and train me with the birds from the oil spill. Seeing her work and learning from her encouraged me to establish Bonaire Wild Bird Rehab.” - .albers

Be sure to follow on Instagram to stay up to date and see what you can do to help🦩


"

"Did you know flamingos are filter feeder… Why is this important🦩🫏It makes them ecosystem engineers!It also makes them v...
13/06/2024

"Did you know flamingos are filter feeder… Why is this important🦩🫏

It makes them ecosystem engineers!

It also makes them very unique because most other filter feeders are predominately marine animals like:

🔹 Types of fish
🔹 Plankton
🔹 Oysters
🔹 Clams
🔹 Whales
🔹 Mussels
🔹 Some reptiles

Some other fun facts we learned during the episode were:

🦩 Flamingos get their pink color between 3 and 4 years old, before that they are grey

🦩 At approx 8 weeks, the first ‘flying’ feathers start to develop and then at about 12/13 weeks flamingos are already able to fly

🦩 Flamingos diets change as they get older - they start off with a more plant based diet

Photo Credit | Kindred

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