Welcome to The Wild Life
WONDER + WILDNESS
Chase curiosity on an awe-inspiring adventure that unravels the wonders and interconnectedness of life, the universe, and the natural world. The Wild Life is a place for discovery, a place for questions, and a place where captivating stories of creatures and passionate experts unite to celebrate our planet’s diversity and inspire action.
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Beyond the Count: The Science, Stories, and Stakes
But what does “enough” actually mean? Enough for what? For whom? And how do we know? Read more
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The Great Wanting and The Last Tree
There once was a forest, and in it, the world was whole. The trees stretched tall, as trees do, and their roots tangled deep, as roots must. The wind, which has been around much longer than anyone, liked this forest very much and would often stop to share stories with the leaves. The rivers, which Read more
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The Living World
This is the story of how the Earth learned to breathe, and like all the best stories, it is full of magic. Read more
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The “Sustainability” Problem
“Sustainable” is often treated as a golden standard, the moral high ground in how we interact with the natural world. But when we dig deeper, we have to ask: is it really sustainable, or is it just a slower form of destruction? Take “sustainable fishing” or “sustainable hunting,” for example. These terms are often touted Read more
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Stardust & You
We, and every other lifeform on Earth, are made of star stuff. The very core elements within our bodies— carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen—were forged within the hearts of stars long lost to our night sky. Read more
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What is Seafoam?
No trip to Galveston Island is complete without a stop at Murdochs Pier to peruse the rows and rows of sea shells and oceanic souvenirs or enjoy a drink out on the mid-deck, watching the rhythmic waves roll in below. I’d like to say that that’s something I could do for hours—watch the waves—but between Read more
ABOUT ME
AND THE SHOW
My name is Devon Bowker. I’m a naturalist, high school science teacher, father, podcaster, writer, and geek of all trades. This is my passion project.
The Wild Life blog + podcast is my place of exploration, and I hope it can be for you, too. I started this in 2017 and, for years, I’ve had a hard time landing. It’s only recently I decided it’s okay to fly. To create, to seek, to adventure, to find yourself immersed in wonder and oneness with the natural world–that’s what I hope to do with this blog and podcast. Anything and everything from answering small questions to diving deep into the science. The Wild Life blog + podcast follows the threads that connect us all, no matter how thin or how small. I appreciate you being here.
Devon and The Wild Life in the Media
Today: High school teacher goes viral for his spot-on impression of Keurig coffee maker
KNSI: Teacher of the Year Candidates Released
Men’s Health: Your Monthly Guide to Making 2024 the Healthiest Year Ever
KVSC: THE UNTOLD STORY OF DISTANCE LEARNING DURING COVID-19 WITH ISD742’S DEVON BOWKER, SCIENCE TEACHER, NATURALIST, AND BLOGGER
SCSU: Biology teacher with viral videos looks to inspire critical thinking in his students
What Listeners Are Saying
The Nagging Naturalist.
This is a wonderful podcast that really helps combine a passion for the natural world with storytelling and the human experience. A big part of conservation is about connecting people with the natural world and inspiring them to care about it, and the hosts have done a great job of doing that.
Juleen Moreno
I really like this podcast I love nature the host convo was very natural and entertaining. Keep up the good work
Vikram Baliga
I’ve really enjoyed getting into The Wild Life. The hosts bring an earnestness and kindness to the show that is incredibly endearing. It’s funny and informative and a great learning experience for the whole family.
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