Discovering Forestry

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ISA Celebrating 100 Years on our 100th Podcast Episode Jan 02, 2023

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Joe and Korey sit down with guest Caitlyn Pollihan, CEO and Executive Director for The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). Listen in as we discuss in detail some of the recent changes with ISA, the future of the organization, and how the 26,000 international members can get involved.

Guest: Caitlyn Pollihan - www.isa-arbor.com

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

Chlorophyll Conversations and Arborist School in Oregon (Episode 99) Dec 19, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down with guest Jim Wentworth-Plato, professor at Clackamas Community College in Oregon. We discuss passion for trees, the next generation of tree and landscape professionals, and the amazing opportunities that exist for all tree peeps!

Guest: Jim Wentworth-Plato: https://www.clackamas.edu

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

O Christmas Trees! (Episode 98) Dec 12, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down and continue the seasonal conversation on the Christmas tree tradition! Listen in as we discuss some of the historical fun facts of the North American Christmas tree tradition, and ways to keep o’Tannenbaum around into the New Year!

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

Invest In Yourself, with Upward Training (Episode 97) Dec 05, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down with Megan Bujnowski of Upward Training, a training and consulting company based in North Carolina, USA. Megan shares some insight and knowledge on over 20 years in the tree industry. Listen in as we share some of the best perspectives and advice on learning and sharing knowledge amongst peers!

Guest: Megan Bujnowski - www.upward-training.com/

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

A Life of Learning & Doing Better (Episode 96) Nov 28, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down and discuss the age-old question, “how do we do better?” Listen in as we discuss what it means to have a life committed to learning, improvement, helping others, and raising the bar in our industry. And how can we do this with a kind, and professional approach?

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

Taking on Big Arb, with Tree First Arboriculture! (Episode 95) Nov 21, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down with Jeremiah Sandler and Jack Novak, owners of Tree First Arboriculture, a progressive and boutique tree service in the Detroit metro, MI, USA. Listen in as we discuss the theory of “big arb” and how Jeremiah and Jack plan to change the industry, by putting trees first!

Guests: Jeremiah Sandler and Jack Novak - https://www.treefirst.org/

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

Tree People Grafted Together, with Gratitude! (Episode 94) Nov 14, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down with ISA Certified Arborist and business owner Amy Nakai and discuss some of the intricacies of starting a tree business. Listen in as Amy talks about her recipe for success, as a female arborist and business owner, and her philosophy on being rooted in the community and being grateful every day!

Guest: Amy Nakai: Rooted Tree Specialists: www.rootedtreespecialist.com

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

To Tree, or Not To Tree - Important Projects to Protect Our Canopy & Climate with Guest Lance Davisson (Episode 93) Nov 07, 2022

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Korey sits down with The Keystone Concept’s Lance Davisson, and discusses the journey and career path of an open minded, entrepreneur in the forestry space. Listen in as we discuss what it means to bridge the gap between government, non-profits, and the public sector and some of the projects Lance is working on now!

Guest: Lance Davisson - https://www.thekeystoneconcept.com/ and https://www.tvcanopy.net/

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

Trees in The Golf Course Turf, with Jay Goughnour (Episode 92) Oct 24, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down with Jay Goughnour, Arborjet's Area Technical Manager for the Upper Midwest, and discuss the many aspects and considerations of managing trees at golf courses. Listen in as Jay reflects on multiple perspectives and priorities, and some great ideas on managing these beautiful landscapes with harmony between turf and trees!

Guest: Jay Goughnour - https://www.linkedin.com/in/goughnour-jay-0a8730114/

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

Van Yahres Tree Company, since 1919! (Episode 91) Oct 17, 2022

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Joe and Korey sit down with Mike and Jake of Van Yahres Tree Company of Charlottesville, Virginia, USA and discuss over 100 consecutive years of tree service. Listen in as we discuss the history of tree care for this family business covering The Great Depression, wars, and innovations to stay relevant, and help advance our industry!

Guests: Mike and Jake Van Yahres: https://vytc.com/

If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com.

Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"

Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy

Produced by: Korey Lofy

Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz

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