E3 - Saving the Slender Tree-ferns - with Stuart Inchley
In this episode, we talk to Stuart Inchley about his role in discovering the largest known population of Slender Tree-ferns in Australia, and the work of the Gippsland Forest Guardians to protect these remarkable plants from forestry operations. We also discuss the ecology of rainforest ecosystems, the pitfalls of environmental policy and some recent inspiring wins for the environment.
To follow the work of Stuart and the Gippsland Forest Guardians, visit these two websites:
https://www.gippslandforestguardians.org.au/
https://tarwinriverforest.com.au/
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E2 - Living with Wildlife - with Tanya Loos
In this episode, I talk with Tanya Loos about seasonal calendars, nature journaling, and how to live and thrive with wildlife. We explore Tanya’s two books — Daylesford Nature Diary and Living with Wildlife.
Tanya is an ecologist, science writer and field naturalist based in central Victoria. She draws from ecological science to educate and inspire people to care for wildlife and their habitats.
To follow Tanya's work, check out her Instagram: @tansnaturediary and her website and blog: tanyaloos.com
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E1 - Time & custodianship - with Pete McCurly
Pete McCurly is a craftsman and custodian of Scots-Irish and Ngarabul-Gumbaingirr lineage. He lives and works in southern Djaara Country. In this episode, Pete and I meet at the Rock of Ages in central Victoria, to explore the concept of time — delving into both ancient and contemporary systems and the ways they shape our world and approach to custodianship.
Check out Pete's work on Instagram: @curlytimbers
Just Ecology is not just a podcast, it's a symbiotic network connecting human communities, culture and ideas with the natural world. In each episode, Karl interviews ecological experts, Traditional Owners, farmers, artists and others from diverse fields, delving into their stories, ideas, knowledge and connection to place.