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Talks and Workshops

Nat Talks, made possible with support from presenting sponsor The Downing Family Foundation and media partner KPBS, feature museum staff and outside experts speaking on an array of topics, including the latest in scientific research, history, conservation, and the natural world.

Upcoming Events


This Podcast Will Kill You Presents Science Storytelling

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 7 PM

This Podcast Will Kill You is coming to The Nat! Podcast hosts Erin Welsh and Erin Allmann Updyke (aka The Erins) are on a mission to combat the rampant internet misinformation pandemic through science communication.

The Erins take the topics we search every day—food dyes, mysterious viruses, why our bodies do weird things—and break them down in a way that’s casual, fun, and informative. In their Nat Talk, they’ll share their best tips on how we can all become effective storytellers, create meaningful connections through facts, and stop misinformation in its tracks. This Nat Talk won’t actually kill you, but it might change how you talk about science forever.
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Guardians of the Wild: A WILDCOAST Film

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 7 PM

The Nat and WILDCOAST are proud to present a special screening of Guardians of the Wild, the inspiring story of international conservation teams and local communities working on the frontlines to protect Mexico’s truly wild places. 

From Oaxaca's nesting sea turtles to the coastal deserts of Baja California, Guardians of the Wild immerses you in the stories of communities and organizations fighting to protect Mexico’s diverse ecosystems. This stunning documentary highlights the boots-on-the-ground storiesthe indigenous women collectives planting mangroves, the heroes stopping coastal development, and the guardians of marine protected areas. 

After the screening, experts from The Nat, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, and WILDCOAST will discuss the current state of Mexico's wild places and the ongoing efforts to protect them. 

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Past Talks

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