#202 | Lost & Found: Species Rediscoveries & Rewildology’s Next Chapter (Nature Happy Hour #3)

Rewildology turns four! In this special Nature Happy Hour episode, Brooke and Dr. Charles van Rees, PhD, raise a glass to four years of the show, reflecting on its biggest moments—the highs, the challenges, and everything in between. They also unveil exciting updates for the future before diving into this episode’s theme: New Horizons. From newly discovered species to astonishing rediscoveries of those thought lost to time, Brooke and Charles explore the thrill of nature’s greatest surprises. Grab your favorite drink and join the celebration! Join the new Rewildology Book Club! Visit the website to read the full show notes. Learn more about this episode's sponsor and how you can help save wildlife, SEE Turtles. Recording gear provided by Mojave and Focusrite. Donate to the show. Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Rewildology's 4th Birthday Celebration! 00:59 Reflecting on Four Years of Rewildology 01:10 Exciting Updates and New Horizons 02:30 Nature Happy Hour with Dr. Charles Van Rees 04:16 Challenges and Triumphs of Podcasting 11:35 Rose, Bud, and Thorn: Reflecting on the Journey 18:33 Future Plans: Themed Seasons and More 22:35 Rewildology Book Club Announcement 32:05 Charles' New Role and Research at UGA 45:35 Rediscovering Species: A Scientist's Perspective 47:04 Integrative Conservation and New Species Discovery 48:18 Western Science and Indigenous Knowledge 49:16 The Joy and Reality of New Species 51:03 Molecular Tools and Cryptic Species 53:34 Rediscovery Missions and Lazarus Species 56:18 The Clouded Tiger Cat Discovery 01:02:05 Vampire Hedgehog and Other Unique Finds 01:08:01 Seamount Expedition and Marine Discoveries 01:13:57 Water Mouse and Pandanus Frogs 01:23:41 Conservation Challenges and New Horizons