African Scientist

from Bubble and Squeak · host Peterson Toscano

In this episode of Bubble & Squeak, Peterson sits down with world-renowned Kenyan entomologist and evolutionary biologist Dr. Dino Martins. From field research across East Africa to immersive reflections on biodiversity, Dino shares how studying the smallest lives—insects, pollinators, and decomposers—unravels human exceptionalism, heals ecological grief, and invites us into a deeper, reciprocal kinship with the living Earth. Featuring field soundscapes and contemplative reflections on science, connection, and what it truly means to pay attention. Learn more & connect: • Learn more about Dr. Dino Martins' work and publications, including Insects of East Africa. Just do a simple Google Search for "Dino Martins." • Hosted and produced by Peterson Toscano.

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”If you don’t listen to science, you’re going to listen to Mother Nature, because she’s going to come along and bitch-slap the sense out of you whether you like it or not.” --Dr. Dino Martins

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