The Social Side of Biodiversity: Exploring Sociology and Our Connection with Animals

Join us in this intriguing episode as we sit down with Dr. Karin Gustafsson, an associate professor and environmental sociologist from Orebro University, Sweden. Dr. Gustafsson delves into the intricate connections between sociology and environmental challenges, shedding light on how social sciences are essential in understanding and addressing issues like climate change and biodiversity loss. Discover how certain species, like the monarch butterfly, become powerful symbols for environmental action. Dr. Gustafsson shares her passion for learning and research, offering insights into the critical role of social sciences in science and environmental issues, and in how it relates to shaping a sustainable future. Join us for a different perspective on animals and biodiversity. A donation was made to the World Wildlife Fund in thanks to Dr. Gustafsson for her time in discussing sociology of biodiversity. Thank you for following or sharing this episode of Biologica! Visit my Podbean or Patreon page to support the show. Note  - the following organizations were part of the logo mini-experiment: Nature Conservancy World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Greenpeace Sierra Club Environmental Defense Fund Natural Resources Defense Council Wildlife Conservation Society Conservation International World Resources Institute National Audubon Society Rainforest Alliance Rainforest Trust Ocean Conservancy Center for BIological Diversity Oceana