Native Plants, Healthy Planet

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Journey into Herbalism Jan 05, 2024

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Amanda Crooke of Locust Light Farm to discuss herbalism. Topics include how to start your journey into herbalism, Amanda's favorite plants for medicinal use and making tea, and the biggest question - does your native plantings support gnomes? Intro music by Egocentric Plastic Men, outro music by Dave Bennett.

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The Buzz - Our Top 10 Episodes of All-Time Dec 29, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Follow up makes Tom and Fran Swifties. "That's Hot" is a berry good time. "Take it or Leaf it" begs "What's in the Bad?". Tom and Fran discuss the Top 10 Episodes of all-time of the Native Plants Healthy Planet Podcast. Are you listening to the end for our secret? Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

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Replaying the Hits - Deer and Native Plants Part 1 and 2 Dec 22, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick share two of their favorite episodes of The Native Plants Healthy Planet Podcast to help bring you into the Holiday Season. First is Dr. Jay Kelly (Professor of Biology) from Raritan Valley Community College. They discuss the rising deer populations and how they relate to forest health, Predator vs. Prey, what is needed for a healthy ecosystem, and native plants that deer may or may not eat. Up second is Kip Adams (Director of Conservation) from The Quality Deer Management Association. They discuss a new merger, building a healthy ecosystem for quality deer herds, native plants that are essential for healthy deer, and the "locavore" movement and the QDMA "Field to Fork" program. Intro music by Egocentric Plastic Men, outro music by Dave Bennett.

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The Buzz - What’s in the Basket? Dec 15, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Follow up sends Tom and Fran back to school. "That's Hot" is a sticky situation. "Take it or Leaf it" gives a new meaning to gift basket. "This or That" deals with your small, native plantings and the world of Elderberry. Tom and Fran talk about shifting planting zones. Are you listening to the end for our secret? Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

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The Dam Show Dec 08, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Geoffrey Goll, President and Founding Principal, at Princeton Hydro to discuss dam removal. Topics include the history of dams and dam removal, damage dams have done to our ecosystem, qualifying a dam for removal, the challenges and work involved into removing a dam, and favorite success stories along the way. Intro music by Egocentric Plastic Men, outro music by Dave Bennett.

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Links mentioned in the episode - New Jersey Dams / The Nature Conservancy / American Rivers / World Fish Migration / Great Swamp Watershed Association / CU Maurice River

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The Buzz - Human Intervention Dec 01, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Guess who got their Spotify Wrapped? "That's Hot" leaves us puzzled. "Take it or Leaf it" is fitting for Fall. "This or That" leans heavily on human intervention. Tom and Fran take a deep dive on true intentions. Are you listening to the end for our secret? Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

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The Truth About Mosquito Control Nov 24, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Beth Yount of Penn State Extension, Philadelphia to discuss the truth about mosquito control. Topics include misconceptions about spraying for mosquito control, impacts to beneficial mosquitos, the watershed, and food web, natural or less impactful ways to control mosquitos, and talking points if confronted by a salesperson. Intro music by Egocentric Plastic Men, outro music by Dave Bennett.

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The Buzz - Are You Listening? Nov 17, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Did we finally give away the last book? "That's Hot" has us in the red. "Take it or Leaf it" has us asking questions. Tom and Fran talk about some of their favorite podcasts focusing on native plants. Are you listening to the end for our secret? Don't discount it this time! Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

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The Buzz - What’s in the Box? Nov 10, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. It's been a while so let's do some follow up. Is there still a signed copy of Camille Dungy's "Soil" to give away? Listen to the secret to find out. "That's Hot" is gigantic this week. "Take it or Leaf it" has us wondering what's in the box. Tom and Fran get a surprise email. Are you listening to the end for our secret? This time, you really want to listen. Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

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Meet Project Pawpaw Nov 03, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Adam D'Angelo of Project Pawpaw to discuss making pawpaw more accessible. Topics include Adam's love for pawpaw, the difficulties in getting pawpaw into markets, strengthening the supply chain, advances in breeding, and how you can get involved in the future of pawpaw. Intro music by Egocentric Plastic Men, outro music by Dave Bennett.

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