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Nature Nerds
Small But Mighty Media
29 episodes
9 months ago
Join Laine Farber and the Nature Cadets as they explore the flora, fauna and hidden gems of nature found in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Education for Kids
Kids & Family,
Science,
Nature
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Join Laine Farber and the Nature Cadets as they explore the flora, fauna and hidden gems of nature found in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Education for Kids
Kids & Family,
Science,
Nature
Episodes (20/29)
Nature Nerds
Field Report 4: Allen's Hummingbird
Nature Cadet Illyanna finally gets a good look at her little bird friend.
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1 year ago
8 minutes

Nature Nerds
Channel Catfish
Ms. Laine shows Nature Cadet Wyatt how to fish the old school way. No poles, just your bare hands! That’s right, the gang goes catfish noodling! Then they head out to talk to a friend about modern day fish farming. What exactly does a fish farm look like? 
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1 year ago
19 minutes

Nature Nerds
Eastern White Pine
When taking down holiday decorations at the Nature Station, causes Nature Cadet Joseph to think they have committed a tree-related crime, it is up to Ms. Laine, a crew of volunteers and fleet of airboats to show them the error of their ways.
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1 year ago
20 minutes

Nature Nerds
Field Report 3: Brown Anole
Nature Cadet Owen learns about a new animal friend. Ms. Laine learns how fall down.
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1 year ago
7 minutes

Nature Nerds
Raccoon
Something is eating up the new fruits and vegetables in the garden outside of the Nature Station. Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Reese go on a stake out to figure out what's been eating up their garden! But, things get hairy, when the team discovers the hungry thief has moved into the Nature Station. How will they safely remove their animal friend and find him a new home? Tune in to find out!
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1 year ago
21 minutes

Nature Nerds
Field Report 2: Limelight Hydranga
Nature Cadet Laila and her magical pet meet a new plant friend!
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1 year ago
6 minutes

Nature Nerds
Monk Parakeet
Nature Cadet Joseph has just started at a big new school, and isn't quite sure where he belongs. Ms. Laine ensures him that he will find his place in due time and the two head out on an adventure where they meet a special little bird who was once in a very similar situation. ---- Follow the show on IG @nature.nerds.with.laine Check our the website and more resources
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1 year ago
19 minutes

Nature Nerds
Field Report 1: Cross Orb Weaver
Introducing our first Field Report! Listen in as Nature Cadet Prudence goes into the field and meets a Cross Orb Weaver spider.
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2 years ago
7 minutes

Nature Nerds
West Indian Manatee
While exploring the shores of Lake Pontchartrain, Nature Cadet Zoe thinks they spot a mermaid! Further investigation proves it’s a manatee! What is a marine mammal doing in a lake? How did it get there and is it safe swimming around in these waters? It’s up to Zoe and Ms. Laine to find out.
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2 years ago
20 minutes

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Nutria
Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Emy learn all about a rodent eating up the Louisiana coastline in the premier episode of Nature Nerds. Join in as they discover what makes something an “invasive species.”  Featuring: Jennifer Houge-Manuel, Furbearer biologist at Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and Jacoby Carter, Research Ecologist for the U.S. Geological Survey
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2 years ago
20 minutes

Nature Nerds
Cacao
Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Liam fly to Brazil to learn how football-shaped fruit is made into delicious chocolate. From farm to factory, our team follows the long and laborious journey of the cacao fruit while asking the important questions, like "can I taste this?" Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Liam! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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2 years ago
20 minutes

Nature Nerds
Bullfrogs
Nature Cadet Reece and Ms. Laine take a road trip to the Calaveras County Frog Jump Jubilee. Reece has her heart set on competing in the frog jump. The only problem? She doesn’t have a frog. She has a gecko named Butters. Will Butters get to compete? Will Reece ever understand the difference between reptiles and amphibians? Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Reece! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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2 years ago
19 minutes

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Canada Goose
Nature Cadet Joseph gets a horrible haircut and is feeling bad about how he looks. He learns to appreciate his inner beauty and remember that he's still growing and changing after he has a chance encounter with a baby goose. Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Joseph! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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2 years ago
17 minutes

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Louisiana Black Bear
Spring has sprung and Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Zoe are going to take full advantage of the nice weather and go camping. While looking for a place to set up camp they stumble on the trail of an animal. They decide to follow and discover a wonderful surprise. Why is Ms. Laine so surprised to see a Black Bear? Why shouldn’t they make their camp near the bear’s home? Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Zoe! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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3 years ago
19 minutes

Nature Nerds
Red Tailed Hawk
Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Liam head to the Louisiana Renaissance Festival to learn about common animal jobs of the past. Much to the chagrin of Liam they are not learning about dragons, but rather a very cool and very real winged predator. Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Liam! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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3 years ago
16 minutes

Nature Nerds
Water Hyacinth
Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Wyatt set out for a nice kayaking trip on the bayou. Their day hits snag when their path is blocked by a monstrous floating mass of invasive purple flowers. Where did these flowers come from, and is there any way to get rid of them? Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Wyatt! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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3 years ago
17 minutes

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Cicadas
On a hunt to find the perfect item to put in his school time capsule, Nature Cadet Joseph discovers an odd alien-like shell. What is this strange looking creature and what does it have to do with all of the noise coming from the trees? Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Joseph! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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3 years ago
16 minutes

Nature Nerds
Carpenter Ant
The Nature Cadets volunteer to help with a clean up project at the park after a hurricane. Reece gets disheartened because there is so much to be done. She thinks the clean up project is too big an undertaking, until Ms. Laine and a colony of ants teach them about the power of teamwork. Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Reece! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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3 years ago
16 minutes

Nature Nerds
Southern Water Snake
Nature Cadet Liam wants to play video games with his friends, but he must help save the day and learn all about a new species after his actions accidentally get the crew in a sticky situation with a snake. Is this snake really as dangerous as it appears, or is there an Impostor among us? Special thanks to our volunteer Nature Cadet Liam! Parents, to learn more about the show, visit https://www.naturenerdswithlaine.com/.
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3 years ago
19 minutes

Nature Nerds
Nature Nerds Season 2 - Out Now!
3 years ago
1 minute

Nature Nerds
Join Laine Farber and the Nature Cadets as they explore the flora, fauna and hidden gems of nature found in New Orleans, Louisiana.