Episode Synopsis "Dryads of the northern realm"

In this episode, Ben tells us the fascinating story of a hardy little plant known as Mountain avens, and how its presence in ancient peat deposits have helped us piece together some dramatic changes in the Planet's climate during our most recent glacial past. We also hear some updates from Will's current fieldwork studying insect migration in the south of Spain, and discuss the power of small but meaningful actions in the face of global crises currently unfolding, including in Palestine.

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