HumaNature

Series produced by Wyoming Public Radio

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Real stories where humans and our habitat meet.

HumaNature is the podcast that explores where humans and our habitat meet, produced and distributed by Wyoming Public Media.

The show tells real stories about human experiences in nature. Along the way, we’ll meet people whose encounters help us reflect on our own place in the natural world.

From a listener: "Just wanted to say that I have heard two HumaNature stories over the past year on my local radio station KRZA Alamosa, Taos. Both stories were so inspirational and so REAL, and so human they brought tears to my eyes. I live in a remote part of Colorado surrounded by nature that's very real everyday, and sometimes very serious. I have deeply connected with these two stories and look forward to hearing more... Thanks!" - Annette


113 Pieces

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Episode 47: Protector
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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Miho Aida wanted to tell unheard stories about the outdoors. So she set out on a bicycle to promote her documentary about the people who live in th...

Bought by KRZA and WAMC Northeast Public Radio


  • Added: Oct 17, 2018
  • Length: 14:37
  • Purchases: 2
HumaNature 30 Minute Special 28
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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“Sanctuary” A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: In 2012, 30 wolves and wolf-dogs were living at W.O.L.F. Sanctuary in northern Colo...

Bought by KSTK and KRZA


  • Added: Sep 20, 2018
  • Length: 27:59
  • Purchases: 2
Episode 45: Remembering How To Be Human
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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After almost a decade making art in New York City, Stephanie Housley craved being closer to nature, her source of inspiration. So she moved to Bond...

Bought by Boise State Public Radio, PRX Remix, and KRZA


  • Added: Jul 11, 2018
  • Length: 14:48
  • Purchases: 3
Episode 43: Dogs On A Plane
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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When Paul Steklenski got his pilot’s license, he didn’t just want to fly to lunch. Instead, he flew to the pound.

Bought by PRX Remix and KRZA


  • Added: May 29, 2018
  • Length: 16:46
  • Purchases: 2
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 27
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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“Out Of The Frying Pan” A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Cheryl and Greg left Portland, Oregon, one hot summer for the cool of t...

Bought by KSTK, KPIK-LP, KVNF, and KUFM - Montana Public Radio


  • Added: May 15, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 4
Episode 42: Out Of The Frying Pan
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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Cheryl and Greg left Portland, Oregon, one hot summer for the cool of the mountains. But that put them out of the frying pan and into the fire.

Bought by KBUT Crested Butte, Colo., KUER, PRX Remix, and KRZA


  • Added: May 09, 2018
  • Length: 15:50
  • Purchases: 4
One Hour Special 7: Carbon And Dust
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air. Felicia Friesema and Steve Julian had a “miracle relationship.” They carved out an oasis in the ...

Bought by KBUT Crested Butte, Colo., WGCU, KAZU Seaside, Calif., and WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass.


  • Added: Apr 20, 2018
  • Length: 53:59
  • Purchases: 4
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 25
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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“Between A Rock And A Holy Place” Ryan Haupt had a lot of questions about his faith. When he started looking for answers, he unearthed them in une...

Bought by KSTK


  • Added: Apr 09, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 1
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 24
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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“Bearded Ladies” A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Paleobotanist Ellen Currano noticed a lack of other women in her field. So she...

Bought by KSTK


  • Added: Apr 09, 2018
  • Length: 27:59
  • Purchases: 1
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 26
From: Wyoming Public Radio
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“Through The Keyhole” A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Tyler Dunning went into the wild to distract himself from his grief…but e...

Bought by KSTK and KVNF


  • Added: Apr 09, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 2
Episode 39: Junk
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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Marcus Eriksen wanted to draw attention to a problem no one could see. So he sailed into the middle of it.

Bought by KRZA and KUER


  • Added: Mar 28, 2018
  • Length: 27:59
  • Purchases: 2
One Hour Special 6: The Hunt
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air. Jessi Johnson is a modern-day Artemis. But the perfect shot led her on a heartbreaking odyssey. ...

Bought by KBUT Crested Butte, Colo. and WGCU


  • Added: Mar 20, 2018
  • Length: 53:59
  • Purchases: 2
Episode 38: The Hunt
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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Jessi Johnson is a modern-day Artemis. But the perfect shot led her on a heartbreaking odyssey.

Bought by KUER


  • Added: Mar 20, 2018
  • Length: 34:53
  • Purchases: 1
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 23
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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"Crispy Crickets: Not Your Spin Instructor's Paleo" A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: The paleo diet aims to take nutrition back ...

Bought by KSTK


  • Added: Mar 12, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 1
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 22
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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"Time Bomb" A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Brian Corliss just wanted to quench his thirst. But on a snowmobile outing, he grab...

Bought by KSTK and KBUT Crested Butte, Colo.


  • Added: Mar 12, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 2
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 21
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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"The Law Of Gravity" A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Bruce Smith was on a routine helicopter flight in the remote Wind River Mo...

Bought by KSTK


  • Added: Mar 12, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 1
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 20
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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"Ten Steps" A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: On December 22, 2016, Karen Klein got trapped in a snowstorm near the Grand Canyon....

Bought by KSTK and KBUT Crested Butte, Colo.


  • Added: Mar 12, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 2
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 19
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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"Trash Bandits And Border Collies" and "The Ents Of Melbourne" A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Maggie had it all: a fine house,...

Bought by KSTK and Boise State Public Radio


  • Added: Mar 12, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 2
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 18
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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"Why Elephants Never Forget" A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Aubrey Bertram traveled to East Asia to help animals that had been...

Bought by KSTK and KVSC


  • Added: Mar 12, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 2
HumaNature: 30 Minute Special 16
From: Wyoming Public Radio
Series: HumaNature
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"Parks And Scandinavian Recreation" A special edition of HumaNature formatted for air: Linda McGurk wanted her children to love the outdoors, just...

Bought by KSTK


  • Added: Mar 12, 2018
  • Length: 28:00
  • Purchases: 1

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