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The No Sweat Nature Study Podcast

The No Sweat Nature Study Podcast

By: Cindy West
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 Make homeschool nature study a reality with these simple lessons and outdoor challenges for families. Cindy West of No Sweat Nature Study LIVE shares seasonal, bite-sized information and creative nature journaling suggestions to enhance your science studies. Listen to a lesson during morning time in preparation for an afternoon nature walk or as you get ready to walk out the door. Turn it on in the car on your way to a nature walk destination or listen at the beginning of your walk. No matter when you choose to push play, these few minutes will give you exactly what you need to be informed and inspired. For information about bonus materials, please visit https://ourjourneywestward.com/podcast.©2022
Episodes
  • 104. Why do waterfalls make so much noise?

    104. Why do waterfalls make so much noise?
    Feb 23 2026

    Waterfalls don't just sound loud, they roar for a reason. Learn how gravity, turbulence, trapped air, and canyon echoes combine to create one of nature's most powerful sounds.

    Keep the learning going with our waterfall video class inside No Sweat Nature Study, where we explore how gravity and erosion create plunges, cascades, and gorges. Use code NOSWEAT at checkout to save $10 on your first quarterly payment.

    Try a free sample class on symbiosis to see what No Sweat Nature Study is all about!

    Visit the Waterfalls show notes page to find comprehesion and discussion questions from this episode.

    Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them!

    Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)
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    15 mins
  • 103. Can a Tomato Be Cube-Shaped?

    103. Can a Tomato Be Cube-Shaped?
    Feb 9 2026

    Can a tomato really be cube-shaped? Mrs. Cindy uses this surprising question to explain how plant traits change over time and how humans influence the foods we grow.

    This topic continues in a companion No Sweat Nature Study class that explains GMOs simply and in an age-appropriate way. Learn more at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for $10 off your first payment of a quarterly subscription.

    Visit the show notes page.

    See the book list of your nature-themed book suggestions.

    Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them!

    Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)
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    13 mins
  • 102. What Animal Can Punch Like a Superhero?

    102. What Animal Can Punch Like a Superhero?
    Jan 26 2026

    Did you know there's a tiny ocean creature with a punch so powerful, it creates underwater shockwaves? Discover the fascinating mantis shrimp and other animals with seemingly super-powered limbs in this exciting nature science episode!

    Join us for the companion video class about animal superpowers, where you'll explore incredible strength, surprising speed, clever defenses, and more. Become a member of No Sweat Nature Study at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for $10 off your first payment of a quarterly subscription.

    Visit the animal superpowers show notes page.

    See the book list of your nature-themed book suggestions.

    Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them!

    Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)
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    12 mins
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