#1688: Student Debt and Backyard Ecology | The Best of Our Knowledge

By Lucas Willard,

Jody Cowan

Published January 27, 2023 at 3:00 PM EST

Wilton Nature Preserve and Park Education Coordinator and Environmental Educator Allyson Paradis points out a tree chewed by beaver.

On this episode on The Best of Our Knowledge:

A series of winter nature walks is aimed at bringing upstate New York residents closer to native plants and animals.

We’ll learn about the importance of ants in the agricultural economy.

And Jody Cowan will speak with an artist who is drawing attention to the student debt crisis with a unique exhibit in western Massachusetts.

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Lucas Willard

Lucas Willard is a news reporter and host at WAMC Northeast Public Radio, which he joined in 2011. He produces and hosts The Best of Our Knowledge and WAMC Listening Party.

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Jody Cowan

One of the newest additions to the WAMC team, Jody Cowan has a naturally curious approach to media production and strong passion for story telling. Jody's work is currently showcased on the shows 51% and The Best of Our Knowledge.

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