Modern Texas Naturalist Podcast
Stories, conversations, and natural history from Texas — featuring wildlife, wild places, conservation, field research, and the people who help us better understand them.
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Dr. Randy Simpson: A Life Among the Wild Others — Part One
Wildlife biologist, teacher, mentor, and lifelong naturalist Dr. Randy Simpson joins Romey beside a fire at Cottonwood Farm. In Part One, they explore Randy’s path into wildlife biology, field research, changing Texas landscapes, books, conservation, and the experiences that shape a life spent among the “Wild Others.”
Dr. Randy Simpson: A Life Among the Wild Others — Part Two
The fireside conversation with Dr. Randy Simpson continues with stories of ranch work, teaching, mentorship, field learning, West Texas, and the importance of staying curious. And, at just the right moment, a nearby chorus of coyotes joins the conversation.
Jennifer Bristol: Finding a Way into Nature — Part One
Birder, conservationist, and author Jennifer Bristol joins Romey to explore how she found her way into nature—and built a career helping others do the same. They talk birding, getting children and families outdoors, conservation, and how curiosity can turn an ordinary encounter with nature into something much bigger.
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Modern Texas Naturalist is a conversation-driven podcast about Texas wildlife, wild places, conservation, field research, and the people whose work and experiences help us understand them better.
Hosted by Romey Swanson
Romey is a wildlife biologist, conservationist, naturalist, and storyteller whose work spans Texas rivers, private lands, wildlife research, and conservation leadership. The podcast brings those worlds together through long-form conversations and field-based stories.
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