Best Depew Podcasts (2026)

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Ep. 209 - Aqueus' Hydronium Breakthrough with Mike Skinner, Ian Hunter, and Michael DePew 1:10:22

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We've all heard of a pH buffer, but what about a REDOX buffer? What about a REDOX buffer that doesn't affect pH?That's what Aqueus discovered and is now helping farmers utilize - a form of hydrogen that has more protons that shed over time, combining air and water in a new way to stabilize and improve soil fertility. Learn more about Aqueus' Produc…

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Multiple Favorites with Kyleen Depew of the Trevor Lovejoy Zoo 49:08

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Today, the Safari heads back to the beautiful upstate New York to talk to Kyleen Depew of the Trevor Lovejoy Zoo! We talk about the unique experience of connecting with students zooies on multiple levels, what we can all learn from the zoo doing such a great job with younger minds, and so much more. EPISODE LINKS: @trevorzoo on socials https://www.…

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Best of Rossifari - Why So Serious? with Ron Magill of Zoo Miami 1:07:26

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Today, our best of episode features the most downloaded episode of the entire history of the podcast: Why So Serious? with Ron Magill of Zoo Miami. ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Nature Disturbed Mother Nature is one weird lady Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify…

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Best of Rossifari - His Name is Princess with Ren Howell 1:02:28

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Today, we have our second most listened to episode ever, featuring Ren Howell! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Nature Disturbed Mother Nature is one weird lady Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyBy Rossifari

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Best of Rossifari - Free Range Lemurs with Caitlin and Lauren of the Lemur Conservation Foundation 1:12:18

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Today we start our countdown of the three most downloaded episodes of the pod ever. In number 3 we have Caitlin and Lauren of the Lemur Conservation Foundation! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Nature Disturbed Mother Nature is one weird lady Listen on: Apple Podca…

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The Rossifari Old-Timey Non-Demonimational Holiday Special 2025 1:00:24

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It's here! The Rossifari Old Timey Non-Denominational Holiday Special 2025 is the perfect way to get a laugh and still learn some animal stuff during the crazy holiday season! This episode features: Interviews with fan favorites Dani Larson of Southwick's Zoo and Bekah Robinson of the Greensboro Science Center! Musical guests Ken Sandberg with Heat…

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Best of Rossifari - Unexpected Kookaburra with Dani Larson of Southwick's Zoo 1:01:50

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It's time for a Best of Rossifari episode, and since this is our first time doing this, we had to start with one of the most important episodes ever...our introduction to Dani Larson, then Dani Poirier. Enjoy revisiting this one! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Na…

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Rossifari Zoo News Special Edition - AI Animal Content with Chelsey James of Sedgwick County Zoo 36:28

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Dateline December 12, 2025 - Today, we have a special edition of Rossifari Zoo News featuring Chelsey James, author of The Reality of AI Animal Content, an article featured on the Sedgwick County Zoo homepage that really spoke to me. We talk about the effect of AI animal content on zoos, on conservation, and on the public at large. We also discuss …

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Kindred Spirits with Dr. Diana Koester of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo 55:52

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Today, the Safari heads to Cleveland to sit down with Dr. Diana Koester, a good friend and even better scientist, to discuss tree kangaroo science and conservation and cuteness. This is one of those people I just can't wait to share with you, so stop reading this and just get to listening! EPISODE LINKS: https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo @cle…

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Rossifari Zoo News 12.5.25 - The Let the Sharks Play! Edition 42:40

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Dateline: December 5, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off discussing my Thanksgiving part 2, merch, and some fun statistics from the last year. Then it's time for Zoo News stories from the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, the Los Angeles Zoo,…

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A Special Episode Celebrating International Cheetah Day with Dr. Laurie Marker of the Cheetah Conservation Fund 51:06

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Today, the Safari sits down for an interview with Dr. Laurie Marker to talk all things cheetah conservation. In her second appearance on the podcast, Dr. Marker goes into detail on how she developed some of the most impressive conservation strategies I've seen, how her role as a conservation celebrity conflicts with her own view of herself as a har…

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Rossifari Zoo News 12.28.25 - The Lost Giraffes Are Still Lost Edition! 40:24

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Dateline: November 28, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off discussing my Thanksgiving, merch, and a programming note. We have a headline story featuring some incredible collaboration between AZA partners to save some beluga whales. Then…

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Can SAD Lamps Cause Joy? with Dr. Kerry Dore of The Millbrook School 1:04:54

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Today, the Safari heads back to Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo to hang out with one of the teachers at the school there, Dr. Kerry Dore. This ethnoprimatologist and anthropologist is in charge of the independent research many students perform at the zoo, and our conversation ranges from her early career path to the work she does with the students at the zoo to…

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Miriam Marriott 45:26

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What does it look like when we reach the end of life as we know it with our spouse? How can we have joy in the midst of losing the one we've spent most of our life with? Hear how God is sustaining Miriam through her husband's cancer diagnosis and the uncertainties of the future.By Mary

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Rossifari Zoo News 11.21.25 - The How To Scare Seagulls Edition! 36:54

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Dateline: November 21, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with an update about my life including a fun story of how small the zoo world can be. Then it's time for Zoo News stories from The Philadelphia Zoo, ABQ BioPark, Smithsonian's N…

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What a BIIIIIIIIIIG Yawn! with Theresa, Katie, and Ann of ZooAmerica 1:15:02

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Today, the Safari heads to Hershey, PA, not for chocolate (ok, there was some chocolate) but for a visit to ZooAmerica, an AZA-accredited facility located right at Hershey Park. We sit down with three staff members at the zoo to talk about wolves, otters, bears, conservation efforts, how being a part of the Hershey organization makes a difference, …

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Rossifari Zoo News 11.14.25 - The Big Child Satan Bee Edition! 38:42

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Dateline: November 14, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with an update about my life, including getting real about a challenging aspect of doing this and being a touring musician. We then have a headline story from the Smithsonian's …

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The 40 Most Loved Animals in the World - Tree Kangaroo Workshop Episode Recap featuring Mac from Roger Williams Park Zoo, Bree from the Minnesota Zoo, and Elaina from Friends University! 1:04:48

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Today, the Safari heads to Lincoln Children's Zoo for the Tree Kangaroo Workshop! We talk to multiple people from the workshop, and I give my experiences there as well. The Tree Kangaroo Workshop is THE best example of the incredible lengths people in this field go to for their animals, and I'm so excited to share it with y'all! EPISODE LINKS: @tre…

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Rossifari Zoo News 11.7.25 - The Dia De Los Muertos Edition 36:30

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Dateline: November 7, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with an update from the Tree Kangaroo Workshop! We then have a headline story looking at a really cool thing some zoos are doing to say goodbye to beloved animals, including plac…

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Fat Sand Dollars? with Dr. Grace Fuller of the Detroit Zoo and AZA's Animal Welfare Committee 52:18

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Today, the Safari brings you an episode recorded at the AZA Annual Conference, featuring Dr. Grace Fuller of the Detroit Zoo and the AZA's Animal Welfare Committee. We talk all about the commitment to animal welfare that the AZA has, and how the committee helps to ensure that all AZA facilities have best practices for the welfare of their animals. …

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Regenerative Soil NOW!! pt 3 with Matt Powers 1:37:20

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Part 3 of the Regenerative Soil NOW!! Series with Matt Powers - I hope you were able to catch it live and win an amazing giveaway!! If not, you can still signup for the NEW SEASON which begins MONDAY!! https://matt-powers.mykajabi.com/regenerativesoil JOIN US & TRANSFORM YOUR SOIL THIS SEASON!!By Matt Powers

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Rossifari Zoo News 10.31.25 - SPECIAL EDITION: The Trouble Flies Off featuring Dani Larson! 51:06

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Today, we have a special edition of Rossifari Zoo News: an interview with Dani Larson all about a recent fly off with one of the birds she was training at Southwick's. We go into every detail of what happened, what worked, what didn't, what the team was feeling, and so much more! We also sidebar into an interesting discussion about social media as …

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Herping and Inverting with Bradley Lawrence of The Phoenix Zoo featuring Natali Berry 59:14

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Today, the Safari heads to Phoenix to welcome The Phoenix Zoo to the Rossifari Family! We talk to Bradley Lawrence, one of the curators of the zoo, about herps, horses, and so much more! We also welcome back a previous guest from multiple episodes, Natali Berry, who serves as a co-host of sorts because she is Bradley's wife! EPISODE LINKS: @phoenix…

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Regenerative Soil NOW!! pt 2 with Matt Powers 1:11:15

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Are You Making Your Plans For Next Season Yet?Are You Planning Around YOUR #SOIL?Today I'm Going Through All The Steps That You Will Need To Take To #Regenerate YOUR SOIL No Matter the Climate, Context, or Scale!! Focusing on the soil is the key to leveling up any system because healthy plants rely upon #healthysoil, and healthy animals rely upon h…

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Rossifari Zoo News 10.24.25 - The Carl Perkins is my Taylor Swift, but Taylor Swift Helps Sea Otters Edition 43:32

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Dateline: October 24, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with an update about my life and way too much discussion about a new album I'm excited about. We have a headline story looking at two things that happened in the anti-zoo movemen…

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From Black Spots to Black Feet with Adrienne Crosier of the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute 41:14

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Today, the Safari heads back to the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute to sit down with Adrienne Crosier, Curator of Carnivores at the Front Royal campus. We talk carnivores, but we mostly focus on the conservation of black footed ferrets, something the facility is heavily involved in. EPISODE LINKS: @smithsonianzoo on so…

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Regenerative Soil NOW!! pt 1 | Matt Powers 1:25:54

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There is growing awakening that is spreading like WILDFIRE in our communities, BUT we are in a race against time and soil loss - soil loss which is dramatic when the numbers are examined - yet our own health and fertility decline almost matches the same declining curve... it's just happening faster for us. Our future depends on us moving fast enoug…

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Rossifari Zoo News 10.17.25 - The Lincoln Joey's Zoo Edition! 36:04

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Dateline: October 17, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with an update about my life and some really cool podcast milestones! Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Smithsonian's National Zoo, ZooAtlanta, ABQ BioPark, the Dallas Zoo…

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Entering the Spreadsheet Habitat with Kelly Salamone of the San Diego Zoo and SAFE Red Panda 54:16

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Today, the Safari sits down with one of the true unsung heroes of the zoo world: Kelly Salamone. In her work at the San Diego Zoo and with SAFE Red Panda, Kelly does SO much that I can't even describe it all here. Just listen...she's a star. This is a completely different side of the zoo world than you've heard about on here yet, and that's even be…

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EPISODE 208 - Eco-Ag 2025 & the State of ACRES USA with Taylor Henry 56:51

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Taylor Henry of ACRES USA sits down with Matt Powers for a new episode of A Regenerative Future to talk about ECO AG 2025, the state of ACRES, & the Future of Regenerative Agriculture in America!!Join Us at ECO AG for the 50th Anniversary!! Featuring Joel Salatin, John Kempf, Gabe Brown, Will Harris, Dr. Don Huber, Dr. Arden Anderson, Gary Zimmer, …

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Rossifari Zoo News 10.10.25 - The Goodbye Jane Goodall Edition 41:56

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Dateline: October 10, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with some great news about Shots for Spots and Fahlo bracelets! Speaking of, if you can help with Shots for Spots, please do so here: https://kindest.com/831498-shots-for-spots O…

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Stephanie Todd 34:54

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Pastor's kids are supposed to always follow the rules, right? What happens when Stephanie pulls away from God and everything she knows she should do?By Mary

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Hatching a New Idea with Sara Hallager of the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute 49:06

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Today, the Safari heads back to Washington, DC, to visit the new bird house at the National Zoo! We talk about the unique facilities of the building, how the entire approach to the bird collection at the zoo changed, what went into designing and creating an award-winning space, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: @smithsonianzoo on socials nationalzoo…

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Rossifari Zoo News 10.2.25 - The Special Announcements Edition! 40:10

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Dateline: October 2, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with a very, very exciting announcement! Then that's followed by a second announcement that is also very exciting! Speaking of, if you can help with Shots for Spots, please do so …

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The Secretary of Giraffe with Amy Schilz of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo 1:00:14

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Today, the Safari heads to Colorado to the legendary Cheyenne Mountain Zoo! We talk all things giraffe with Amy Schilz, the senior animal behaviorist at the International Center for the Care and Conservation of Giraffe at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. We talk training, husbandry, conservation work, and so much more. Amy is an incredibly passionate guest, …

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Rossifari Zoo News 9.26.25 - The Speaker for the Dead Edition 49:08

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Dateline: September 126, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off talking about my life, and then remind you all to donate to Shots for Spots! If you can help with Shots for Spots, please do so here: https://kindest.com/831498-shots-for-spot…

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Bryan McLeod 2024 R-Soil REWIND 49:21

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Bryan McLeod is a soil consultant, farmer, author, educator, and speaker with decades of experience in the field. This is a recording from R-Soil 2024.Bryan is joining us again for R-Soil 2025!! I hope you can join us - it's FREE: www.R-Soil.com 30+ Speakers, 5 Days, Live Panels, & GIVEAWAYS!!By Matt Powers

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The 2025 AZA Conference Recap! 1:06:04

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Today, the Safari heads down to Tampa for the 2025 AZA Conference. You'll hear from people with all levels of experience and their thoughts on what they experienced this year, including me and our good buddy Dan Ashe, President and CEO of the AZA! ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Patreon.com/rossifari to …

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Soil Ecologist and Compost Queen - Vivian Kaloxilos | R-Soil REWIND 1:07:16

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Another R-Soil REWIND Episode - this is a talk by Vivian Kaloxilos, Dr. Elaine Ingham's protege at one point, soil consultant and educator, musician, and ecologist.Join us this year - it's a FREE online conference with amazing speakers, best-selling authors, amazing farmers and gardeners - you don't want to miss it!! Click HERE: www.R-Soil.com & Jo…

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John Kempf pt 2 2024 R-Soil REWIND 47:04

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Join John Kempf & Matt Powers in a conversation spanning the R-Soil 2024 event. This is part 2 of 2.Join us this year - it's a FREE online conference with amazing speakers, best-selling authors, amazing farmers and gardeners - you don't want to miss it!! Click HERE: www.R-Soil.com & Join Us!!By Matt Powers

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A Regenerative Conversation with John Kempf pt 1 | R-Soil REWIND 27:31

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Join John Kempf & Matt Powers in a conversation spanning the R-Soil 2024 event. This is part 1 of 2.Join us this year - it's a FREE online conference with amazing speakers, best-selling authors, amazing farmers and gardeners - you don't want to miss it!! Click HERE: www.R-Soil.com & Join Us!!By Matt Powers

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Microbial Endophytes in Plants: What is the Significance for Permaculture? Dr. James F. White 1:08:29

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R-Soil REWIND - listen Dr. James F. White's talk from R-Soil 2024!!Watch the Full Presentation on Youtube: https://youtu.be/QZ-3ZXeujFUDr. White will be joining us AGAIN this year!! Join Us For The FREE 5-Day Conference Focused On #SOIL!!www.R-Soil.com 30+ Speakers, Panels, Q&A, & GIVEAWAYS!!By Matt Powers

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Regenerative Agriculture with David Montgomery | R-Soil REWIND 42:07

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R-Soil REWIND - watch Best-Selling Author David Montgomery's talk from R-Soil 2024!!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bde49WBGfXkDavid will be joining us AGAIN this year!! Join Us For The FREE 5-Day Conference Focused On #SOIL!!www.R-Soil.com 30+ Speakers, Panels, Q&A, & GIVEAWAYS!!By Matt Powers

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Rossifari Zoo News 9.19.25 - The Red Panda Kindergarten Rides Again Edition 39:46

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Dateline: September 19, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with a couple interesting emails I've received recently. If you can help with Shots for Spots, please do so here: https://kindest.com/831498-shots-for-spots And if you work wit…

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Biochar Gardens & How TO Make Biochar with Kelpie Wilson | R-Soil REWIND 46:27

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R-Soil REWIND - watch Kelpie Wilson's #BIOCHAR talk from R-Soil 2024!!Watch the full presentation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uvo6Cewmzp8Kelpie will be joining us AGAIN this year!! Join Us For The FREE 5-Day Conference Focused On #SOIL!!www.R-Soil.com 30+ Speakers, Panels, Q&A, & GIVEAWAYS!!By Matt Powers

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The Ele-twins And Wolves with Seth Groesbeck and Theo Campbell 44:32

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Today, the Safari heads to Syracuse, NY, to sit down with Seth and Theo to talk all things red wolves and elephants. We've got wolf pups, twin baby elephants, conservation stories galore, and so much more! EPISODE LINKS: @syracusezoo on socials rosamondgiffordzoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com Patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod @rossifari…

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A Microscopy-Powered REGENERATION with Matt Powers 1:37:50

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Do You Want To Learn How To Use A Microscope To Evaluate Soil, Compost, Mycorrhizal Fungi, & MORE To Make BETTER DECISIONS & VERIFY YOUR WORK IS WORKING? Then this is the course for you!!The New Season of #Regenerative #Soil #Microscopy Begins MONDAY 9/15 - Click Here & Join Us: http://regenerativesoilmicroscopy.comIncludes Discounts, Payment Plans…

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Rossifari Zoo News 9.12.25 - The Most Perfect Baby Cappy Edition! 40:52

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Dateline: September 12, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness! We start off with me processing what's going on in the US right now. Then it's time for our normal intro, featuring my life a bit. Then it's time for Zoo News stories from Cleveland Metropa…

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EPISODE 207 - The New Microbiometer Update with Laura Decker 40:48

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Get 15% Off the Microbiometer with coupon code: powers15https://microbiometer.com/product/microbiometer-10-test-starter-kit/Watch it on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/13UawHZWJHE Laura Decker is the daughter of the inventor of the Microbiometer and leads the small, independent company that serves farmers, gardeners, consultants, and researchers in …

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You Bet Your Mammal Butt with Marco Wendt of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance 58:06

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Today, the Safari heads out to Escondido, CA, to the world famous San Diego Zoo Safari Park. I sit down with Marco, one of the two ambassadors of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. We talk about his unique path to his career, how a background in training led to an office job that usually keeps him out of the office, why birds are his first love, …