Native Plants, Healthy Planet

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The Buzz - A Victorian Adventure Jun 09, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. We have submissions for the Native Plant Anthem! Fran says, "I'm sorry" multiple times. There are brand new "That's Hot" and "This or That" segments. Tom's "Grow Read A Book" segues perfectly to "Take it or Leaf it". This episodes quickly becomes one of Fran's favorites. Music by RJ Comer.

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Meet Native Plant Trust Jun 02, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Uli Lorimer, (Director of Horticulture - Native Plant Trust) to talk about the Native Plant Trust. Topics include the work being done at Native Plant Trust, native plant resources in today's market, opinions on cultivars, the creation of the Northeast Seed Network, and how you can get involved. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - Sneeze Ya Later May 26, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There are two roads to "That's Hot" and Tom takes the road less travelled. Fran steals his article for "This or That". There are questions AND comments. "Take it or Leaf it" contemplates To Pull or Not To Pull. Music by RJ Comer.

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Meet The American Littoral Society May 19, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Captain Al Modjeski of the American Littoral Society to talk about coastal resiliency. Topics include the history of the American Littoral Society, how oysters and Christmas Trees both help in coastal resiliency, the importance of collaboration and community, as well as how you can make a difference. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - More Than We Can Carry May 12, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Fran and Tom welcome all the new listeners! There is a reoccurring theme throughout this episode. "That's Hot" talks about foraging while "This or That" eyes plant protection. Tom and Fran discuss upcoming episodes and also complain. "Take it or Leaf it" ties everything together. Music by RJ Comer.

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Rooted Discussions - The Demise and Resurgence of The American Chestnut May 05, 2023

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Welcome to Rooted Discussions, our roundtable conversations featuring top minds in the field of the topic at hand. On this episode, hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are joined by Adriana Del Grosso (American Chestnut Restoration and Research Project at SUNY ESF), Erik Carlson (Graduate Student at American Chestnut Restoration and Research Project at SUNY ESF), ands Sara Fitzsimmons (Chief Conversation Officer, American Chestnut Foundation). Conversations include the history of The American Chestnut, the story behind the organizations working to bring the American Chestnut back to our forests, the trials, tribulations, and technology needed to make this comeback happen, and how close are we to seeing this dream become reality. Music by Andorra.

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The Buzz - The Secret of The Ramperoni Apr 28, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Fran and Tom welcome all the new listeners! "Grow Read A Book" from Episode 153 makes its way back into conversation. "That's Hot" has some familiar faces for a different reason. "This or That" takes a philosophical approach. Tom and Fran repurpose "Take it or Leaf it". Tom's Music by RJ Comer.

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The Trials and Tribulations of Rewilding in an HOA Apr 21, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Melinda Soltys to talk about her personal experiences with planting native gardens in an HOA. Topics include how her journey started and where it is now, resources available to homeowners, politics associated with HOA's, and helpful advise for those starting similar journeys. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - The Dilemmas Within Apr 14, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Bills and Anthems are in the follow up this week. "That's Hot" has Tom and Fran on the same page. This may be the shortest "This or That" ever. "Take it or Leaf it" pertains to A Native Plant Every Day. Tom's "Grow Read A Book" poses a lot of questions but we do not have answers. There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Replaying the Hits - Dr. Dwayne Estes & Samuel Thayer Apr 07, 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 Spring Season. First is Dr. Dwayne Estes (Professor and Curator of Herbarium at Austin Peay State University and Executive Director of SGI). Discussed is debunking the myth of the mighty squirrel, the misconception of forests along the east coast, historical documentation about our lands, our undeniable connections with nature and why 25 years may be too late. Our second episode is Samuel Thayer, internationally recognized author of Nature's Garden and The Forager's Harvest. Discussed is getting started with foraging, the do's and don't for beginners, foraging highlights by season, the historical significance of living off the land, and the ethical stance on giving back what we take. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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