Priyanka Kumar
Award-winning naturalist and writer focused on nature and essays; author of Conversations with Birds and The Light Between Apple Trees, with work appearing in major outlets.
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Nov 27, 2025 • 57min
Conversations with Birds
Priyanka Kumar is an award-winning naturalist and writer, known for her essays and books like Conversations with Birds. In this discussion, she shares her journey from the Himalayan foothills to rediscovering nature in America through birdwatching. Kumar emphasizes the power of immersive observation over checklist birding, revealing how specific birds reconnect her with seasons and inner life. She also discusses advocacy for wildlife, critiques of habitat politics, and the importance of preserving micro-wilds in our local communities.
Oct 16, 2025 • 50min
The Light Between Apple Trees: Rediscovering the Wild Through a Beloved American Fruit
Priyanka Kumar, a lifelong naturalist and author, shares her journey from the lush orchards of the Himalayas to a wild apple discovery in New Mexico. She explores the concept of 'micro-wilds' as crucial habitats for biodiversity and discusses how modern life has distanced us from nature. Kumar traces the fascinating history of apples from Kazakhstan to America, blending childhood memories with insights on environmental preservation. She emphasizes the importance of local apple varieties and encourages listeners to reconnect with the wild through nature.
