{"podcast":{"title":"Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible","slug":"nat-theo-nature-lessons-rooted-in-the-bible-6265618","podcast_index_feed_id":6265618,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/nat-theo/","website_url":"https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/3369d455-8790-4cb7-b1d9-e7da65af221d/Nat-Theo-Logo-2026.png","author":"The Natural Theology Project","episode_count":174,"summary":"Have you ever wondered why God made mosquitoes? How an axolotl can regrow parts of its body? If a snail is born with a shell? Or why an octopus has three hearts? Welcome to Nat Theo (Nat = Natural, Theo = Theology), a Bible-based nature and science podcast for curious kids and their families! Join Master Naturalist, Bible teacher, and author Eryn Lynum as we explore fascinating creatures, incredible science, and the truths of God’s Word. Through engaging stories, surprising facts, and memorable nature lessons, children discover how creation points to its Creator. From tiny insects and backyard birds to capybaras, axolotls, dinosaurs, oceans, weather, space, and more, each episode helps families develop a biblical worldview while growing in faith and wonder. Whether you homeschool or attend public, private, or Christian school, Nat Theo makes a fun and educational addition to your family’s week. It’s science rooted in Scripture, nature study filled with wonder, and biblical truth you can carry with you wherever they go. The Natural Theology Project helps families nurture faith and wonder through Bible-based nature study, science curriculum, and the Nat Theo podcast.","last_synced_at":"2026-09-16T02:22:51.926029+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nat-theo-nature-lessons-rooted-in-the-bible-6265618"},"episode":{"title":"Does a Woodpecker’s Tongue Wrap Around Its Brain? Lesson 119","slug":"does-a-woodpecker-s-tongue-wrap-around-its-brain-lesson-119","published_at":"2026-03-17T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nat-theo-nature-lessons-rooted-in-the-bible-6265618/does-a-woodpecker-s-tongue-wrap-around-its-brain-lesson-119","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nat-theo-nature-lessons-rooted-in-the-bible-6265618","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/nattheolessons","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/45e49370-9fe3-45c9-bbe9-6f40997f1344.mp3","summary":"Is it true that a woodpecker’s tongue wraps around its brain? Discover the amazing ways God designed woodpeckers as avian acrobats and what they teach us about Jesus taking the impact of our sins. Here’s our trail map: Why Do Woodpeckers Peck On Trees? Does a Woodpecker’s Tongue Wrap Around Its Brain? Do Woodpeckers Hurt Trees? How Does God Shield Us From Harm? Related Lessons to listen to next: How Do Wood Duck Babies Survive a 60-Foot Fall? Lesson 53: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/7df63827-a6cc-4e50-a3f2-4afee0e19933/ Why Is Nature Musical?: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/076641d2-bf3c-4eaf-b810-ef1f1b256e65/ Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891 Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782 Episode Links: Save 20% and get a FREE speaker using code Nat20 at https://www.sherwoodkids.com/nat20 (offer valid through March 31, 2026) Explore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/ Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/member Get full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/club Free Woodpecker Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/does-a-woodpeckers-tongue-wrap-around-its-brain/ Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/ask Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: “But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.” Psalm 3:3 (NIV) “But he took our suffering on him and felt our pain for us. 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