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The Backyard Naturalists

Debbie Foster, Laurie Horne

Booking Overview

Nature education and backyard ecology show combining host-led practical episodes with interviews featuring recognized wildlife authors, photographers, and leaders of nature-focused outreach programs. Credible pitches include wildlife experts, conservation scientists, citizen-science leaders, birding authorities, and native-plant or habitat specialists; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need established subject-matter expertise or organizational leadership, but not celebrity-level prominence.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@downtownpodcasting.com

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Host

Debbie Foster - Co-host focused on backyard nature, wildlife, habitat, and nature education.

Laurie Horne - Co-host focused on backyard nature, wildlife, habitat, and nature education.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Wildlife authors, nature photographers, conservation specialists, citizen-science leaders, environmental educators, and organizational leaders with specialized expertise in backyard ecology or regional nature.
Required Achievements:  
Published books or recognized nature photography, Leadership of outreach or environmental education programs, Contributions to conservation research or citizen-science initiatives

Recent Guest Discussions

Stan Tekiela - Animal Adaptations, Evolution, Wildlife Survival, And The Importance Of Backyard Habitats For Birds And Other Wildlife.

Allison Young - Citizen Science, Nature Observations, Species Discoveries, Conservation Research, And Environmental Education Through Inaturalist.

Recent Topics

Backyard Ecology, Birding, Wildlife, Native Plants, Conservation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Backyard Naturalists
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Fall in Your Habitat: Simple Seasonal Swaps That Make a Big Difference

October 10, 2026

As the seasons turn and the air gets crisp, Debbie, Laurie, and Chris are diving into everything fall for your wildlife habitat! In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, the team explores how to make the most of autumn's natural bounty, especially those fallen leaves. Should you rake them up, blow them away, or just "leave the leaves"? The answers might surprise you. Drawing from new data from the National Wildlife Federation, the hosts share why letting your leaves lie can make a big dif...

Fun and Festive Fall Flowers

September 26, 2026

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature.   In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, we dive into the joys of fall gardening! With cooler temperatures and colorful leaves setting the stage, now is the perfect time to plant native perennials that will thrive through the season and beyond. Learn about the best fall planting practices, including checking for pesticide-free plants and finding region-specific perennial favorites like Heu...

Embracing Fall: Nature Activities and Wildlife Tips for the Season

September 19, 2026

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature.   In this fall-themed episode of "The Backyard Naturalists," hosts Debbie and Laurie, based near Charlotte, delve into the wonders of the autumn season. They discuss the changeable weather and share their favorite aspects of fall. The episode is packed with practical advice for nature enthusiasts, including:  Installing owl boxes: Now is the perfect time to set up owl boxes before these nocturn...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Backyard Naturalists?

The Backyard Naturalists is hosted by Debbie Foster and Laurie Horne. Its publicly listed email is info@downtownpodcasting.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 The Backyard Naturalists?

The publicly listed email for The Backyard Naturalists: info@downtownpodcasting.com.

How many listeners does The Backyard Naturalists have?

Podseeker estimates The Backyard Naturalists reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Backyard Naturalists?

The Backyard Naturalists typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Wildlife authors, nature photographers, conservation specialists, citizen-science leaders, environmental educators, and organizational leaders with specialized expertise in backyard ecology or regional nature. Common among recent guests: Published books or recognized nature photography; Leadership of outreach or environmental education programs; Contributions to conservation research or citizen-science initiatives. Recent guests include Stan Tekiela and Allison Young.

How hard is it to get booked on The Backyard Naturalists?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Backyard Naturalists cover?

Recent episodes cover Backyard Ecology, Birding, Wildlife, Native Plants, and Conservation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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