Learning from Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast with Lily Urmann
We share this planet with millions of species, each full of hidden wisdom shaped by eons of evolution. Biomimicry draws inspiration from nature’s genius to create designs that nurture both people and the planet. Join Lily Urmann, biomimic and educator, as she reveals how this powerful practice sparks innovation across fields. Together, let’s discover what we can learn from nature.
Podcasting since 2022 • 33 episodes
Learning from Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast with Lily Urmann
Latest Episodes
Biomimicry and Circular Systems: Designing for Resilience with Rana Hajirasouli
In this episode, we dive into a surprising but essential topic for a life-friendly future: trade networks and resource sharing. Guest Rana Hajirasouli, circular-economy innovator and fou...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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43:06
Critical Mast: Biomimicry of Collective and Swarming Behavior with Dr. Iain Couzin
How might emergent strategies of group dynamics in nature inform our own technology and design?In this episode, Dr. Iain Couzin, Director of the Max Planck Institute of Animal ...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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49:10
Biomimicry in Architecture with Michael Pawlyn
What does it look like for humans to align with life? The built environment and urban areas represent a massive opportunity to significantly lower emissions, improve biodiversity, and create healthier, more resilient communities through the app...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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48:31
Biomimicry in Visual Design with Michelle Fehler
Many of us are familiar with applying nature's genius to physical products or the built environment, but we can also integrate this practice into visual design fields and processes. Michelle Fehle...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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25:57
What Biomimicry is Calling For with Alistair Daynes
The world is ready for learning from nature to take off, but what does biomimicry really need in order to gain more traction on a larger scale? Listen in to our special live episode with Learn Biomimicry Managing Director Alistair Dayn...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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29:56