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The Buzz - It’s All In Follow Up Mar 31, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There is tons of follow up and Tom and Fran are up to the task. "That's Hot" deals with the rare and not so rare while "This or That" discusses climate change and animal crossings. We have a new question on the Question and Comment Line! "Take it or Leaf it" allows the opportunity to recap. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Horticultural Therapy Week Mar 24, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Laura DePrado, HTR (Owner - Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC) to talk about Horticultural Therapy Week. Topics include the origin of Horticultural Therapy and its pioneers, the benefits of Horticultural Therapy, and tips for better connections with nature. We also learn about Laura's unique journey with Horticultural Therapy. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - A Brand New Segment Mar 17, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom and Fran are on the same page this week with "That's Hot". "This or That" discusses the loss of natives while myth busting lawns. We have the introduction of a new segment before "Take it or Leaf it" has Tom and Fran figuring out how narrow is too narrow. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Black Gold with Dr. Michael Curran Mar 10, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Dr. Michael Curran (Owner - Abnova Ecological Solutions) to talk about land management and restoration ecology as it pertains to the energy industry in Wyoming. Topics include theories of land management, the importance of data collection, technology advances in restoration, and leaving nature in a better shape than how it was found. Dr. Curran also shares his intriguing path into ecology. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - Happy Anniversary!!! Mar 03, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom and Fran celebrate three years of the podcast! "That's Hot" may appear to be recycled. "This or That" discusses the loss of habitat and how to improve habitat. We hear from a new listener on the Question and Comment line before "Take it or Leaf it" has Tom and Fran figuring out what they cannot live without. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Ethnobotany and Succession with Dr. Daniela Shebitz Feb 24, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Dr. Daniela Shebitz (Chair and Professor, Environmental and Sustainability Sciences - Kean University) to talk about land management and our connections with nature. Topics include theories of land management throughout different cultures, the importance of succession, the practice of prescribed burns, and our responsibility to reach a wider audience. Also discussed is the one native plant you should have on your property for its medicinal value. Dr. Shebitz introduces Tom and Fran to a native plant right in their backyards. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - It Depends Feb 17, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. "That's Hot" is a precursor to A Native Plant Every Day with Tom and Fran this week. "This or That" has Tom and Fran on the same page this week after Fran makes amends with his losing ways. We hear from an old friend on the Question and Comment line before "Take it or Leaf it" has Tom and Fran questioning themselves. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Tom and Fran Go To MANTS Feb 10, 2023

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The Secret Tapes are back! Tom Knezick and Fran Chismar take this episode on the road by taking advantage of their drive time while attending the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Tradeshow (MANTS) in Baltimore, MD. On the way to the show Fran and Tom share their expectations and are able to compare them to the results on the way home. *Spoiler Alert* - The Buzz word was "Native". Music by Andorra.

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The Buzz - Come And Get This One Cougars Feb 03, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. "That's Hot" follow the blight of the ghost forest as well as offering an all-star sedge. "This or That" takes a good look protecting cougars as they trek towards the east and protecting native plants from the threat of extinction "Take it or Leaf it" offers solutions this week. Tom's Petty gets theme music treatment. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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The Carex Trials Jan 27, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick welcome back Sam Hoadley (Horticultural Research Manager) from the Mt. Cuba Center about the results of their newly published Carex trials. It's time to get excited about Carex! They discuss Carex that responded well to mowing, surprise value of many of the Carex species, How species rated for flower and seed pod, as well as the buzz generated by this timely research. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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