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Nature Boost

Jill Pritchard

Booking Overview

This monthly interview-led nature and conservation show focuses on Missouri wildlife, habitats, outdoor recreation, and conservation initiatives, typically featuring agency scientists, wildlife specialists, nonprofit leaders, and public officials. PR agencies could credibly pitch conservation researchers, environmental policy experts, wildlife educators, forestry specialists, and leaders of regional conservation organizations; booking difficulty is low because the show regularly features accessible subject-matter experts with relevant institutional credentials rather than highly prominent national figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 80

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 22.0k subscribers

Instagram: 84.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

itunes@hubbardradio.com

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Host

Jill Pritchard - Host with the Missouri Department of Conservation covering Missouri wildlife, conservation, outdoor recreation, and nature education.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Professional expertise in wildlife biology, ornithology, forestry, habitat restoration, environmental policy, outdoor recreation, or conservation education, especially with a connection to Missouri or the surrounding region.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership or specialist roles at conservation agencies, Published research or field expertise in wildlife, plants, or habitats, Leadership of regional environmental or conservation organizations, Experience developing conservation programs, public initiatives, or environmental legislation

Recent Guest Discussions

Kristen Heath-Acre - Brown-headed Nuthatch Reintroduction, Shortleaf Pine Habitat Restoration, And Conservation Partnerships

Nate Bowersock - River Otter Research, Wildlife Monitoring, And The Role Of Predators In Aquatic Ecosystems

Sarah Kendrick - The Missouri Birding Challenge, Birding Tips, And Making Birding Accessible To Newcomers

Carol Davit - Invasive Plant Management, Native Trees, And The Callery Pear Buyback Program

Bruce Sassmann - Legislation Addressing The Sale Of Invasive Callery Pear Trees

Recent Topics

Environment, Conservation, Wildlife, Habitat Restoration, Outdoor Recreation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Nature Boost
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Missouri's Brown-headed Nuthatch Restoration

September 17, 2026

After more than a century away, one tiny bird is finding its way back to Missouri. In this episode of Nature Boost, we head into restored shortleaf pine woodlands in Mark Twain National Forest to witness the final year of Brown-headed Nuthatch reintroduction efforts. These little birds (who sound like rubber duckies!) once called Missouri home, but habitat changes pushed them out. But thanks to MDC, the U.S. Forest Service, Ouachita National Forest and Northern Research Station, the Arkansas ...

A Closer Look at River Otters

May 21, 2026

From muddy riverbanks to snowy slides, river otters are among Missouri’s most energetic and entertaining wildlife species. But behind their playful behavior is a conservation success story decades in the making. In this episode of Nature Boost, MDC Furbearer Biologist Nate Bowersock shares how researchers study otters and why these predators are important for balanced aquatic ecosystems. Plus, hear the remarkable story of former MDC cinematographer Glenn Chambers, whose close work with c...

Inside the Missouri Birding Challenge

April 16, 2026

Get in, bestie, we're going birding ... again! In our April episode, we're talking about the Missouri Birding Challenge, a team-based event that's turned a relaxing hobby into a fun competition. U.S. Fish and Wildlife ornithologist (and former Missouri Department of Conservation ornithologist) Sarah Kendrick joins us once again to break down how it works, share birding tips, and more. The best part? You don't have to be an expert to join this challenge ... you just have to be curious!Registra...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Nature Boost
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How do I get in touch with Nature Boost?

Nature Boost is hosted by Jill Pritchard. Its publicly listed email is itunes@hubbardradio.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Nature Boost?

The publicly listed email for Nature Boost: itunes@hubbardradio.com.

How many listeners does Nature Boost have?

Podseeker estimates Nature Boost reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Nature Boost?

Nature Boost typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional expertise in wildlife biology, ornithology, forestry, habitat restoration, environmental policy, outdoor recreation, or conservation education, especially with a connection to Missouri or the surrounding region. Common among recent guests: Leadership or specialist roles at conservation agencies; Published research or field expertise in wildlife, plants, or habitats; Leadership of regional environmental or conservation organizations. Recent guests include Kristen Heath-Acre, Nate Bowersock, and Sarah Kendrick.

How hard is it to get booked on Nature Boost?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Nature Boost cover?

Recent episodes cover Environment, Conservation, Wildlife, Habitat Restoration, and Outdoor Recreation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

itunes@hubbardradio.com

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