Épisodes

  • Winter Wonders: Get Silly with Penguins
    Dec 15 2025
    Field biologist Naira de Gracia has spent seasons working in Antarctica’s icy world, where penguins rule the shoreline. In this Winter Wonders mini-episode, she shares her close-up encounters with these hardy, hilarious birds and what she learned in the coldest place on Earth. Guest: Naira de Gracia, field biologist and Antarctic researcher
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    4 min
  • TRAILER: Constant Wonder KIDS — Nature Adventures for Young Explorers!
    Aug 9 2024
    Welcome to Constant Wonder KIDS, the podcast that turns everyday moments into extraordinary adventures! Designed for curious kids (and the grown-ups who love them), our show takes you on thrilling journeys through the wonders of the natural world. Discover fascinating facts and true stories about amazing people doing incredible things in nature. Join us as we explore the playful side of octopuses who enjoy toys like Lego bricks. Dive into the ocean with whale sharks and meet one who has an unexpectedly friendly personality. Or cheer for tiny athletes at the International Hedgehog Olympic Games. Each episode of Constant Wonder KIDS is a bite-sized story taken from our parent podcast, Constant Wonder. Perfect for road trips, bedtime listening, or when your brain’s got an itch that needs to be scratched. Listen to Constant Wonder KIDS starting September 9, 2024. New episodes every Monday! Hosted by Paige Krumperman, Constant Wonder KIDS is a BYUradio podcast.
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    2 min
  • Winter Wonders: Meeting Wolves in the Far North
    Dec 8 2025
    Arctic explorer Jon Waterman has spent years traveling through some of the coldest, wildest landscapes on Earth—places where wolves still roam free. In this Winter Wonders mini-episode, he shares his surprising encounters with these intelligent animals and their life in the true North. Guest: Jon Waterman, author of "Into the Thaw: Witnessing Wonder Amid the Arctic Climate Crisis"
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    5 min
  • Winter Wonders: Life with Leopard Seals
    Dec 1 2025
    While working as a field biologist in Antarctica, Naira de Gracia sometimes crossed paths with one of the continent’s most impressive animals—the leopard seal. In this Winter Wonders mini-episode, hear her stories of unexpected close encounters and life in the frozen south. Guest: Naira de Gracia, field biologist and author of "The Last Cold Place: a Field Season Studying Penguins in Antarctica"
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    5 min
  • The Snowflake Man
    Nov 24 2025
    Wilson Bentley loved snowflakes so much that he spent his life trying to understand them—catching them gently and photographing their beautiful, intricate shapes. Discover how his curiosity and patience helped the world see snowflakes in a whole new way. Guest: Wayne Howe, President of the Jericho, Vermont Historical Association
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    14 min
  • The Wild Sounds Around Us
    Nov 17 2025
    Biologist and author David Haskell listens closely to the sounds of nature—from bugs chewing leaves to wind singing through trees. Discover how tuning in to nature’s music helps us understand and connect with the world around us. Guest: David Haskell, Biologist and Author of Sounds Wild and Broken Link to Season 4 Printable: https://www.byuradio.org/c8fae09b-f976-4649-b45f-418575c09804
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    14 min
  • A Baby Whale's Journey Home
    Nov 10 2025
    When a young orca named Springer was found alone and far from her family, veterinarians, whale experts, and volunteers worked together to help her heal. With care, teamwork, and a little luck, Springer found her way back home to her ocean family! Guest: Donna Sandstrom, Founder and Executive Director of The Whale Trail Link to Season 4 Printable: https://www.byuradio.org/c8fae09b-f976-4649-b45f-418575c09804
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    15 min
  • Have You Ever Crawled Through Nature?
    Nov 3 2025
    Biologist and author Thor Hanson loves to explore the outdoors—and he says the best discoveries happen when you slow down and really look. Learn how paying attention to the small wonders around you can make any walk an adventure! Guest: Thor Hanson, Biologist and Author Link to Season 4 Printable: https://www.byuradio.org/c8fae09b-f976-4649-b45f-418575c09804
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    15 min