Outside/In

Outside/In, produced by New Hampshire Public Radio and hosted by Nate Hegyi, takes the position that literally everything connects back to the natural world and then proves it, one story at a time. The show celebrated its 10th anniversary in late 2025, and across 378 episodes, it has built a reputation for environmental journalism that feels more like great storytelling than a lecture. The format blends reporting, interviews, and narrative in a way that reminds you of the best public radio traditions. One week Hegyi might be in a forest in Ireland investigating why the country has so few trees, and the next he's unpacking the ethics of space junk. The range is surprising, but the thread always comes back to how humans interact with (or mess up) the natural systems around them. The production has a distinct musical quality to it, with thoughtful sound design that makes the listening experience feel intentional. With a 4.7 rating from nearly 1,500 reviews, it has found a loyal audience that appreciates nuanced environmental storytelling. The show isn't afraid to sit with complexity or admit when the answers aren't clear-cut. If you want nature podcasting that treats you like an adult and doesn't shy away from the political and cultural dimensions of environmental issues, Outside/In delivers consistently. Episodes typically run 20 to 30 minutes, long enough to go somewhere interesting but short enough to finish on a commute.