Best Jennifer Rosen Podcasts (2024)

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The Botanical Journey & Lexicon of a Caring Plantsperson, with Tim Johnson, Native Plant Trust 1:09:13

1h ago1:09:13

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Tim Johnson is engaged in the native plant and garden worlds on both personal and professional levels. Having worked with Seed Savers Exchange earlier in his career, Tim last joined us on Cultivating Place a few years back as Executive Director for The Botanic Garden of Smith College.Tim is a spouse, a father, a life long learner and gardener, and …

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The Botanical Journey & Lexicon of a Caring Plantsperson, with Tim Johnson, Native Plant Trust 1:09:13

36m ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Tim Johnson is engaged in the native plant and garden worlds on both personal and professional levels. Having worked with Seed Savers Exchange earlier in his career, Tim last joined us on Cultivating Place a few years back as Executive Director for The Botanic Garden of Smith College.Tim is a spouse, a father, a life long learner and gardener, and …

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A Devotion to the Mysterium of Place as an Antidote to Existential Homesickness, with Janisse Ray 1:04:30

2h ago1:04:30

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Working under the online name Trackless Wild, Janisse Ray is an American writer, naturalist, and environmental activist.Just about everything she does speaks to me of the largest meaning and importance of what it means to be a capital G gardener in our world.A moving storyteller, speaker, and teacher, her book titles include Ecology of A Cracker Ch…

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A Devotion to the Mysterium of Place as an Antidote to Existential Homesickness, with Janisse Ray 1:04:30

15m ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Working under the online name Trackless Wild, Janisse Ray is an American writer, naturalist, and environmental activist.Just about everything she does speaks to me of the largest meaning and importance of what it means to be a capital G gardener in our world.A moving storyteller, speaker, and teacher, her book titles include Ecology of A Cracker Ch…

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Offered by the Orc with Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger 1:10:46

3h ago1:10:46

1:10:46

DREAMS DO C*M TRUE! Becky’s sexual fantasy (banging an orc) collides with her podcast-guest fantasy (the hosts of Doughboys)! Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger trade their golden forks for horny orcs to review the short story OFFERED BY THE ORC by Finley Fenn ($0.00.) TODAY’S BOOK: Finley Fenn Website Offered by the Orc by Finley Fenn SHOW NOTES: Book: …

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Ep. 10 - Unpacking My Nest: Jennifer's Journey from Chicago to Delray Beach 33:42

8d ago33:42

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In this special episode of "Mind Your Nest," host Jennifer Rosen switches roles and sits in the hot seat as producer Janine Stella takes the reins. Join us for an intimate and candid conversation where Jennifer opens up about her life's journey—from growing up in a family rooted in financial wisdom to navigating the challenges of a brief marriage a…

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The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year" with Margaret Renkl BEST OF 1:03:10

5h ago1:03:10

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This week we revisit a favorite conversation from the archive, “The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year," with author and backyard tender and observer, Margaret Renkl. Reminding us that even on days when we feel overheated and overwhelmed, there is always some comfort, intelligence, and agency to be found among the flora and fauna of this generous pl…

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The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year" with Margaret Renkl BEST OF 1:03:10

1h ago1:03:10

1:03:10

This week we revisit a favorite conversation from the archive, “The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year," with author and backyard tender and observer, Margaret Renkl. Reminding us that even on days when we feel overheated and overwhelmed, there is always some comfort, intelligence, and agency to be found among the flora and fauna of this generous pl…

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Trees are Bridges to the Sky, with ecologist poet Frederick Livingston 1:07:33

2d ago1:07:33

1:07:33

“Are Humans Parasites sowing our own hunger, or fruit, gifts from Earth to our future? Is the edge of our lives, civilization, and species a cliff to catastrophe or a bridge to transformation?” These are the words, questions, and motivations of poet and gardener, Frederick Livingston author of Trees are Bridges to the Sky a collection of essays and…

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Trees are Bridges to the Sky, with ecologist poet Frederick Livingston 1:07:33

4d ago1:07:33

1:07:33

“Are Humans Parasites sowing our own hunger, or fruit, gifts from Earth to our future? Is the edge of our lives, civilization, and species a cliff to catastrophe or a bridge to transformation?” These are the words, questions, and motivations of poet and gardener, Frederick Livingston author of Trees are Bridges to the Sky a collection of essays and…

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Desperate Measures with Mel Cowan 1:19:39

4d ago1:19:39

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“We’re all idiots and then you die.” Mel Cowan delivers ALL THE WISDOM as he joins Becky to review DESPERATE MEASURES by Katee Robert ($4.99). Spoiler: they loved it despite the lack of dildo-delivering parrots. Purchase Desperate Measures on Amazon! * Kindle: https://amzn.to/4cvwIT9 Paperback: https://amzn.to/3VUtzoJ Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3zx…

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Ep. 9 - Brain Power: From Concussions to Cognitive Coaching with Doreen Bridgman 53:23

4d ago53:23

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In this must-listen episode of "Mind Your Nest," Jennifer Rosen welcomes Doreen Bridgman, a speech pathologist and certified brain health coach, who has dedicated her life to unlocking the secrets of cognitive wellness. Prepare to be captivated as Doreen recounts her transformative journey from an inspiring teenage visit to a brain trauma unit to b…

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Good Citizenship = Good Stewardship: Native Seed/SEARCH, with Alexandra Zamecnik 1:01:16

9d ago1:01:16

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It’s the seedy time of summer. This week of the fourth of July we’re working from the premise that foundational to good citizenship is great stewardship of place (plants and people) and we are looking to the desert Southwest in conversation with Alexandra Zamecnik, Executive Director of Native Seed/SEARCH. For more than four decades, Native Seeds/S…

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Good Citizenship = Good Stewardship: Native Seed/SEARCH, with Alexandra Zamecnik 1:01:16

28d ago1:01:16

1:01:16

It’s the seedy time of summer. This week of the fourth of July we’re working from the premise that foundational to good citizenship is great stewardship of place (plants and people) and we are looking to the desert Southwest in conversation with Alexandra Zamecnik, Executive Director of Native Seed/SEARCH. For more than four decades, Native Seeds/S…

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National Pollinator Week with the Pollinator Posse, Tora Rocha 1:13:42

16d ago1:13:42

1:13:42

It’s full summer - for us and for the fauna of the Northern Hemisphere. That means many of our most charismatic, sun-loving pollinators are at the peak of their seasonal cycles – and we are celebrating National Pollinator Week with Tora Rocha of the Pollinator Posse based in Oakland, CA – sharing all things love of pollinators. Tora is a gardener a…

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National Pollinator Week with the Pollinator Posse, Tora Rocha 1:13:42

16d ago1:13:42

1:13:42

It’s full summer - for us and for the fauna of the Northern Hemisphere. That means many of our most charismatic, sun-loving pollinators are at the peak of their seasonal cycles – and we are celebrating National Pollinator Week with Tora Rocha of the Pollinator Posse based in Oakland, CA – sharing all things love of pollinators. Tora is a gardener a…

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JESSIE ROSEN Gets HOT AS HELL with TSTL! 51:47

18d ago51:47

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June’s HOT AS HELL SUMMER reaches its FIERY CLIMAX! Today, Becky welcomes the wonderful JESSIE ROSEN onto the show! Jessie discusses her new book THE HEIRLOOM, her love for reading and readers, and her number one tip to CHANGE YOUR LIFE. (FYI – It’s to write a book.) SHOW NOTES: Want more Jessie Rosen? Author Website The Heirloom Amazon Links * for…

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Ep. 8 - From Grit to Greatness: Bill Reicherter's Journey and Vision for Florida 54:44

1M ago54:44

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Join host Jennifer Rosen on this episode of Mind Your Nest as she sits down with Bill Reicherter, a dynamic entrepreneur and community advocate running for Florida State House in District 90. From his early days sweeping the floors of his father's automotive shop to leading a thriving sign company, Bill shares an inspiring journey fueled by determi…

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SOLSTICE SPECIAL: Being Still, with Mary Jo Hoffman 1:19:45

23d ago1:19:45

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Happy (almost) Summer Solstice! In celebration of the planetary moment of the longest day and the shortest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, taking place on June 20th, we get Still.We hold a moment of stillness to notice and honor our places, our selves, and our many companions in time and space.We’re in conversation with Artist/Photogr…

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SOLSTICE SPECIAL: Being Still, with Mary Jo Hoffman 1:19:45

23d ago1:19:45

1:19:45

Happy (almost) Summer Solstice! In celebration of the planetary moment of the longest day and the shortest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, taking place on June 20th, we get Still.We hold a moment of stillness to notice and honor our places, our selves, and our many companions in time and space.We’re in conversation with Artist/Photogr…

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In Honor of Juneteenth: The Anne Spencer House & Garden, with Shaun Spencer Hester 1:19:28

1M ago1:19:28

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In honor of Juneteenth celebrations coming up, we check in on the Anne Spencer House & Garden in Lynchburg, VA. The home and garden of Harlem Renaissance poet Anne Spencer and her husband Edward, this garden remains the only known fully restored historic garden of an African American in the U.S.We’re in conversation with Anne and Edward’s granddaug…

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In Honor of Juneteenth: The Anne Spencer House & Garden, with Shaun Spencer Hester 1:19:28

30d ago1:19:28

1:19:28

In honor of Juneteenth celebrations coming up, we check in on the Anne Spencer House & Garden in Lynchburg, VA. The home and garden of Harlem Renaissance poet Anne Spencer and her husband Edward, this garden remains the only known fully restored historic garden of an African American in the U.S.We’re in conversation with Anne and Edward’s granddaug…

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HOT as HELL with TSTL: Cat Wynn Returns! 1:23:25

1M ago1:23:25

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Becky finally gets to interview a monster romance author and it's none other than return guest Cat Wynn! She and Becky DIVE right into talking about her HUNK-QUATIC masterpiece "Breathless: A Fish Monster Romance". SHOW NOTES: Book: Breathless: A Fish Monster Romance Substack: Cat Wynn Cat Wynn on Instagram…

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Ep. 7 - From Midwest to Sunshine: Embracing Change and Connection 1:02:05

2M ago1:02:05

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In this heartwarming episode host Jennifer Rosen shares a lively conversation with her friend Pam Orzan. Together, they reflect on their transitions from the familiar communities of the Midwest to the vibrant, sunny life of South Florida. Jennifer and Pam delve into their experiences of leaving behind the corporate grind, navigating new beginnings,…

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A Garden's Purpose, with Félix de Rosen 53:05

1M ago53:05

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Cultivating our places with attention, intention, thought and care is certainly an ethos I hold dear and advocate for with some measure of ferocity. When student and gardener Félix de Rosen reached out to me in 2021 seeking advice on a new book project. His thinking and design resonated with me, and we have communicated back and forth ever since. N…

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A Garden's Purpose, with Félix de Rosen 53:05

1M ago53:05

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Cultivating our places with attention, intention, thought and care is certainly an ethos I hold dear and advocate for with some measure of ferocity. When student and gardener Félix de Rosen reached out to me in 2021 seeking advice on a new book project. His thinking and design resonated with me, and we have communicated back and forth ever since. N…

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Design Futurist Awards, with Sarah Beck of Pacific Horticulture 52:38

1M ago52:38

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With the Chelsea Flower Show in the UK just completed, the gardening world as a whole has the concept of Garden Design awards and recognition - along with the garden world’s trends, concerns and priorities - top of mind. Such display and attention – and recognition well beyond the garden world – has the potential to move hearts and minds and, more …

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Design Futurist Awards, with Sarah Beck of Pacific Horticulture 52:38

1M ago52:38

52:38

With the Chelsea Flower Show in the UK just completed, the gardening world as a whole has the concept of Garden Design awards and recognition - along with the garden world’s trends, concerns and priorities - top of mind. Such display and attention – and recognition well beyond the garden world – has the potential to move hearts and minds and, more …

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Ep. 6 - Unsung Heroes in the Sunset Years A Story of Caregiving and Compassion 53:50

2M ago53:50

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As we wade through the waters of elder care, I'm joined by Allison Shevlin, whose heart's mission is caring for our seniors with the grace and dedication they deserve. Her love for this honored generation, sparked by cherished childhood memories, is a reminder that our later years are not just an epilogue but a chapter rich with wisdom and stories …

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Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook, with Milkwood's Kirsten Bradley 54:19

2M ago54:19

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This week on Cultivating Place, we’re in conversation with Kristen Bradley, Co-founder and Creative Director of the world-renowned Australian-based Milkwood Permaculture. Their new Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook is another perfect resource for our summer garden (and life) plotting, planning, and planting, with an emphasis on garden-life-base…

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Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook, with Milkwood's Kirsten Bradley 54:19

2M ago54:19

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This week on Cultivating Place, we’re in conversation with Kristen Bradley, Co-founder and Creative Director of the world-renowned Australian-based Milkwood Permaculture. Their new Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook is another perfect resource for our summer garden (and life) plotting, planning, and planting, with an emphasis on garden-life-base…

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MARIAN BRUNO Gets HOT AS HELL with TSTL! 1:00:49

2M ago1:00:49

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MARIAN BRUNO Gets HOT AS HELL with TSTL! Author Marian Bruno joins the show to discuss her newest book The Exception. She and Becky get into a SIZZLING discussion about leaving La La Land to fulfill your dreams, laughing through difficult times, and SO MUCH MORE! Show Notes: Marian Bruno Author Site The Exception…

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The Seed Detective, with Adam Alexander 53:05

2M ago53:05

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Just in time for your continued planning, plotting, and planting in order to grow the earliest and the latest and the biggest and the longest producing and the best tasting of the summer vegetable and fruit bounty, this week Cultivating Place returns to our intermittent series on seeds in conversation with Adam Alexander, author of The Seed Detecti…

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The Seed Detective, with Adam Alexander 53:05

2M ago53:05

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Just in time for your continued planning, plotting, and planting in order to grow the earliest and the latest and the biggest and the longest producing and the best tasting of the summer vegetable and fruit bounty, this week Cultivating Place returns to our intermittent series on seeds in conversation with Adam Alexander, author of The Seed Detecti…

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Stolen by Starlight with Mama Needs a Movie (Anne Rieman and Ryan Perez)! 1:37:06

2M ago1:37:06

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Cathy… but in SPACE?! Ack! It’s a B*NER alert!!!! The hilarious Ryan Perez returns to the show alongside the brilliant Anne Rieman. Now usually these two host the podcast Mama Needs a Movie, but today they enter the world(s) of alien romance. They join Becky to review the book Stolen by Starlight by Sara Ivy Hill ($4.99). Let’s BLAST OFF!!!! SHOW N…

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Ep. 5 - Sculpting Confidence: Dr. Edward Davidson's Artful Approach to Plastic Surgery and Patient Empowerment 50:28

3M ago50:28

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Embark on an insightful voyage into the realm of plastic surgery with the guidance of Dr. Edward Davidson, facial reconstruction virtuoso, and my personal confidant in aesthetic transformation. Together, we unravel the tapestry of selecting a plastic surgeon who's not just board-certified but also trustworthy, ensuring your journey under the knife …

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Small House Farm Beauty & Learning, Bevin Cohen 54:45

2M ago54:45

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Bevin Cohen and his wife Heather Marie co-founded Small House Farm, a homestead, garden, family, and bridge to the natural world around them.Bevin writes: “The garden is where we meditate, harvest our seeds and learn about Mother Nature’s many wonders. We are avid seed savers, and amateur plant breeders. We believe that each seed is a connection to…

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Small House Farm Beauty & Learning, Bevin Cohen 54:45

2M ago54:45

54:45

Bevin Cohen and his wife Heather Marie co-founded Small House Farm, a homestead, garden, family, and bridge to the natural world around them.Bevin writes: “The garden is where we meditate, harvest our seeds and learn about Mother Nature’s many wonders. We are avid seed savers, and amateur plant breeders. We believe that each seed is a connection to…

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A year full of flowers (in pots!), with the UK's Sarah Raven 57:26

2M ago57:26

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To kick off May, looking forward to Mother’s Day, Graduations, and the promise of Summer Gardening in general here in the US, this week we go all in for flowers in pots! with one of the world’s bright gardens and floral stars: Sarah Raven. Her newest book: A Year Full of Pots Container Flowers for All Seasons (Bloomsbury Press, 2024) notes that pot…

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A year full of flowers (in pots!), with the UK's Sarah Raven 57:26

2M ago57:26

57:26

To kick off May, looking forward to Mother’s Day, Graduations, and the promise of Summer Gardening in general here in the US, this week we go all in for flowers in pots! with one of the world’s bright gardens and floral stars: Sarah Raven. Her newest book: A Year Full of Pots Container Flowers for All Seasons (Bloomsbury Press, 2024) notes that pot…

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Ep. 4 - Bridging Generations: Unveiling the Art of Multi-Generational Wealth and Family Harmony 47:46

3M ago47:46

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Join JR Gondeck, a renowned wealth management expert, and I for an engaging discussion on multi-generational wealth planning. We explore the evolution of family financial conversations, from top-down directives to inclusive dialogues involving every generation. Delve into topics such as millennials' financial challenges, the benefits of early inher…

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CA NAtive Plant Week & CNPS Rare Plant Program Aaron Sims 1:01:42

3M ago1:01:42

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The third week of April is California Native Plant week, this year being celebrated by the California Native Plant Society via 8 days of action in honor and protection of our native plant diversity.Our celebratory action item here at Cultivating Place is being in conversation this week with Aaron Sims, Director of the Rare Plant Program for CNPS. 2…

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CA NAtive Plant Week & CNPS Rare Plant Program Aaron Sims 1:01:42

3M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

The third week of April is California Native Plant week, this year being celebrated by the California Native Plant Society via 8 days of action in honor and protection of our native plant diversity.Our celebratory action item here at Cultivating Place is being in conversation this week with Aaron Sims, Director of the Rare Plant Program for CNPS. 2…

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Bumble Bee Atlas Projects w/ Leif Richardson, Xerces Society BEST OF 1:12:42

3M ago1:12:42

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Following on from native plant week, this week we revisit a BEST OF conversation about some of our favorite native plant visitors: our native bumble bees. Bumble bee conservation has recently had some good news: the Xerces Society recently kicked off their newest Bumble Bee Atlas project, this time in the US Midwest. With that in mind, please enjoy…

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Bumble Bee Atlas Projects w/ Leif Richardson, Xerces Society BEST OF 1:12:42

3M ago1:12:42

1:12:42

Following on from native plant week, this week we revisit a BEST OF conversation about some of our favorite native plant visitors: our native bumble bees. Bumble bee conservation has recently had some good news: the Xerces Society recently kicked off their newest Bumble Bee Atlas project, this time in the US Midwest. With that in mind, please enjoy…

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The Worst Guy with Torry from Ready to be Romanced! 1:27:13

3M ago1:27:13

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Welcome to Horny Hospital where the only co-pay is STEAM, BABY!! Torry, host of Ready to be Petty and Ready to be Romanced, is back to give her SWOON-O-LOGICAL diagnosis on THE WORST GUY by Kate Canterbary ($4.99). Show Notes: Podcast: Ready to be Petty Podcast: Ready to be Romanced Book: The Worst Guy…

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Ep. 3 - From Windy City to Sunny Shores A Tale of Transition and Triumph in Real Estate 30:52

4M ago30:52

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Have you ever packed up your life and set sail for a sunnier horizon? My longtime friend Robin Depeder did just that, trading Chicago's skyscrapers for Florida's sunshine. On this heartwarming episode of Mind your Nest, Robin recounts the emotional and professional journey of relocating her thriving real estate career. She sheds light on the contra…

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Great garden friends: The Hummingbird Monitoring Network, Dr. Susan Wethington BEST OF 53:12

4M ago53:12

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Hummingbirds are a beloved and charismatic creature of the America’s, the more than 350 species of hummingbirds have coevolved with the flora of the Americas for millions of years. For this fourth week in our series of 5 episodes on our gardens as important habitat and we gardeners as important stewards of land and biodiversity, we check in on the …

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Great garden friends: The Hummingbird Monitoring Network, Dr. Susan Wethington BEST OF 53:12

4M ago53:12

53:12

Hummingbirds are a beloved and charismatic creature of the America’s, the more than 350 species of hummingbirds have coevolved with the flora of the Americas for millions of years. For this fourth week in our series of 5 episodes on our gardens as important habitat and we gardeners as important stewards of land and biodiversity, we check in on the …

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Sinner with Erin Whitehead 1:40:22

4M ago1:40:22

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If it doesn’t go in your tum-tum… babe, you’re gonna have to LISTEN to hear the rest! The fantastic Erin Whitehead delays her sleep med alarm to review the blasphemously sexy SINNER by Sierra Simone, which is under one dollar (plus $5… eeek!) SHOW NOTES: Book: Sinner by Sierra Simone Podcast: College Town on Comedy Bang Bang World…

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