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The Kindred Podcast explores the intricate and interdependent relationship that humans have with animals and nature. Every episode presents compelling interviews and thought-provoking discussions with leading experts from diverse fields of study including scientists, conservationists, authors, and educators. From the world of science to cultural traditions and beyond, Kindred examines how humans can inspire a new awareness in order to reconnect us to the natural world. Hosted by Kate Coffin and Jenn Asplundh.
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Feb. 24, 2026
Encore: 51. Rewilding Our Children | A Conversation with Jen Davis, Education & Learning Manager for The Wildlife Trusts
Originally released June 25, 2024. New Kindred episodes will drop starting in April 2026. In this week’s episode, we are speaking with Jen Davis, the education and learning manager for The Wildlife Trusts based around the UK....
Feb. 3, 2026
Listening To The Land | With Eriel Tchekwie Deranger, Leader in Indigenous Climate Action
In this week’s episode, we are speaking with Eriel Dernager, president of the organization Indigenous Climate Action, the only Indigenous led climate justice organisation in Canada. Eriel is from the Athabasca Chipewyan First...
Jan. 20, 2026
The Life of a Dog | With Dr. Carlo Siracusa, Professor of Small Animal Behavior and Welfare
In this week’s episode we are speaking with Dr. Carlo Siracusa, a professor of small animal behavior and welfare at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Siracusa specializes in animal behavior,...
Jan. 6, 2026
Bat Woman | With Dr. Winifred Frick, Research Biologist and Chief Scientist
In this week’s episode we are speaking with Dr. Winifred Frick. Dr. Frick is a research biologist and chief scientist at Bat Conservation International, and is an adjunct professor in ecology and evolutionary biology at the ...
Dec. 28, 2025
EOY
Welcome to our End Of Year episode, where Jenn & Kate wrap up the year with what impacted us, what was challenging for us, and what inspired us. We are sharing our rose, thorn, and seed with you all in reflection of an amazin...
Dec. 9, 2025
Nature’s Janitors | With Kojo Baidoo, Naturalist and Ecologist
In this week’s episode we are speaking with Kojo Baidoo, a naturalist and ecologist, all about the incredible vulture. Kojo received his degree in ecology and evolutionary biology from Princeton University where he did his s...
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