The Seed Pod.
Episodes
Ep.41 Coral Reef Research - Arabella Crowley
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 41 of The Seed Pod, we’re joined by Arabella Crowley, an Australian marine biologist. We kōrero about her work studying coral reefs and ...
Ep.40 Giant Wētā and De-Extinction - Andy Johnston
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 40 of The Seed Pod, we’re joined by Andy Johnston, aka The Creature Teacher.We kōrero about science communication, giant wētā conserva...
Ep.39 Tuna/Eels and Syntropic Food Forests - Sam Ludden
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 39 of The Seed Pod, guest Sam Ludden and I kōrero about art inspired by deep connections to tuna and awa ecosystems, mahi with iwi, mokopu...
Ep.38 Invertebrates & Remote Nature - Julia Palmer
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 38 of The Seed Pod, guest Julia Palmer and I take a deep dive into the wild and wonderful world of invertebrates. We nerd out over bug fiel...
Ep.37 Nature Journaling/Scientific Drawing - Vitor Velez
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 37 of The Seed Pod, guest Vitor Velez (@theheadlessketcher) and I dive deep into his unique nature art style that blends scientific drawing...
Ep.36 Science Communication - Abby Patterson
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 36 of The Seed Pod, guest Abby Patterson and I kōrero/chat about conservation and advocacy through online science communication, her alpha...
Ep.35 Geology, Geography & Evolution - Ryan Yohler
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 35 of The Seed Pod, guest Ryan Yohler shares stories from his studies in geology/geophysics and evolution. We discuss glaciers, slow slip e...
Ep.34 Conservation Dogs & Biosecurity - Julie Hill
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 34 of The Seed Pod, Julie and I kōrero about all things conservation dogs and biosecurity in Aotearoa/New Zealand, including the rigorous ...
Ep.33 Youth Engagement & Earth Science - Benji Moorhouse
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 33 of The Seed Pod, Benji and I have a kōrero about the earth sciences, volcanology and geology field trips, submarine volcanoes (underwat...
Ep.32 Sport and Nature Connection - Our Community
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 32 we have collected together kōrero/stories from a range of incredible people in the community who take part in sports similar to those s...
Ep.31 Sustainable Business and Scuba Diving - Anthea Ibell
20 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 31 of The Seed Pod, we have a kōrero with guest Anthea Ibell about her incredible scuba diving experiences including her love for sharks a...
Ep.30 Reptiles of Aotearoa - Samuel Purdie
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 30 of The Seed Pod, we feature our second guest host - Taylor Davies-Colley, and hear from guest Samuel Purdie. Taylor and Sam kōrero/chat...
Ep.29 Artificial Intelligence and Marine Research - Wednesday Davis
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 29 of The Seed Pod, we feature our first guest host - Ella Walmsley, and hear from guest Wednesday Davis. Wednesday and Ella kōrero/chat a...
Ep.28 Illustration and Animation - Maya Templer
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 28 of The Seed Pod. we kōrero/chat with guest Maya Templer about all things illustration, and animation! Maya shares about her deep love f...
Ep.27 Birds of Prey - Holly Turner
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 27 of The Seed Pod. guest Holly Turner talks all things birds of prey! She has been lucky enough to work with a variety of incredible birds...
Ep.26 Beloved Bugs - Ruud Kleinpaste
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 26 of The Seed Pod. guest Ruud Kleinpaste a.k.a. The Bug Man takes us on a journey of connection through the fascinating would of bugs. We ...
Ep. 25 South Georgia Island, Antarctica - Charlie Thomas
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 25 of The Seed Pod. guest Charlie Thomas returns to tell us all about their recent expedition to South Georgia Island, Antarctica! We kōre...
Ep.24 Global Advocacy & Local Connection - Lisa Chahine
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 24 of The Seed Pod guest Lisa Chahine shares stories of jellyfish migration in Lebanon, the difficulties of trying to mimic beauty through ...
Ep.23 Indoor Plants & Landscape Architecture - Rose Todd
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 23 of The Seed Pod. guest Rose Todd and I kōrero/chat about bringing nature inside through indoor plants, the art and practice of caring f...
Ep.22 Whio & Mahinga Kai - Sam Gibson
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 22 of The Seed Pod. guest Sam Gibson and I kōrero/chat about living as part of nature, and being inherently connected to the whenua/land. ...
Ep.21 Birding and Photography - Oscar Thomas
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 21 of The Seed Pod. guest Oscar Thomas and I kōrero about some of the unique manu/birds found here in Aotearoa/NZ. Oscar shares captivatin...
Ep.20 The Fascinating World of Fungi - Amber Sisaričh
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 20 of The Seed Pod. guest Amber Sisaričh and I share in the fascinating world of fungi, the symbiotic mycorrhizal networks underneath our ...
Ep. 19 Micro-Moths and Repo/Wetlands Connection- Noah Fenwick
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 19 of The Seed Pod. guest Noah Fenwick and I nerd-out about invertebrates, in particular the largest and the smallest of Aotearoa's moth sp...
Ep.18 Environmental Law and Nature Protection - George Hobson
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 18 of The Seed Pod. guest George Hobson and I kōrero/chat about the role law and policy can have in environmental protection, as well as t...
Ep.17 Art Communication and Remote Conservation - Charlie Thomas
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 17 of The Seed Pod. guest Charlie Thomas and I talk about conservation in very remote locations; including Kure Atoll, processing the grief...
Ep.16 Connecting through Conservation and Restoration - Connor Wallace
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 16 of The Seed Pod. guest Connor Wallace and I talk about making a difference through setting up successful restoration projects, biodivers...
Ep.15 Bacteriophages and Sustainable Agricultural Connections - Courtney Davies
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 15 of The Seed Pod. guest Courtney Davies and I kōrero about showing and judging animals- in particular her beautiful cows, sustainable ag...
Ep.14 Growing Community Connection through Kai/Food - Kaitlyn Lamb
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 14 of The Seed Pod. guest Kaitlyn Lamb and I discuss the impact community gardens can have on food security and social connection. We hear ...
Ep.13 Nature Advocacy through Social Media - Nate Wilbourne
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 13 of The Seed Pod. guest Nate Wilbourne and I discuss the use of social media as an advocacy tool, the importance of opening doors for pas...
Ep.12 Marine Megafauna and Antarctic Connection- Dr. Jenny Allen
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 12 of The Seed Pod. guest Dr. Jenny Allen and I nerd out about marine megafauna discussing humpback whale song complexities, learning and a...
Ep.11 Nature Connection Through the Camera Lens- Carrie Duggan
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 11 of The Seed Pod. guest Carrie Duggan and I discuss the role nature plays in her creative process as a photographer specialising in captu...
The Seed Pod. Trailer
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A glimpse into The Seed Pod.
Ep.10 Whānau/Family Nature Connection - Gail & David Moffitt
05 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 10 of The Seed Pod. I am joined by my wonderful parents - Gail and David Moffitt. David tells us his stories from growing up on an orchard,...
Ep.9 Nature Connection through Climate Activism - Sophie Handford
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 9 of The Seed Pod. guest Sophie Handford and I discuss the impact of people power and the hope that can be created through purpose, vision,...
Ep.8 Connecting with Native Manu/Birds - Elizabeth Werner
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 8 of The Seed Pod. guest Elizabeth Werner and I discuss tracking and trapping of introduced mammalian predators, navigating some of the con...
Ep.7 Nature Connection through Zero Waste - Jess Lamb
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 7 of The Seed Pod. guest Jess Lamb and I discuss the magic of composting and creating nutrient-rich soils, the behind the scenes of a recyc...
Ep.6 Social and Environmental Justice - Simran Rughani
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 6 of The Seed Pod. guest Simran Rughani and I discuss the intertwined nature of social justice and environmental restoration, Hinduism and ...
Ep.5 Nature Connection through Phenomenal Plants and Lizards - Taylor Davies-Colley
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 5 of The Seed Pod. I am joined by guest Taylor Davies-Colley. We talk about native lizards, science communication, career pathways, youth l...
Ep.4 Neurodiversity and Nature Connection - Spencer Potbury
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 4. of The Seed Pod I chat with Spencer Potbury about dinosaurs, paleoart, scuba diving, freshwater macroinvertebrates, eDNA, and the benefi...
Ep.3 Nature Connection through Adventure - Ella Walmsley
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 3 of The Seed Pod. I am joined by guest Ella Walmsley and we talk about freshwater and marine environmental education, adventures and a lit...
Ep.2 Overseas Nature Connection - Angus Crowley
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In The Seed Pod. Episode 2, I hear from my husband Angus about his nature connection journey overseas. In this episode, we talk about camping in the d...
Ep.1 Welcome to The Seed Pod. - Sian Crowley
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Seed Pod. Episode 1. In this episode, host Sian Crowley takes listeners on a journey through her nature connection both as a child and ...