Best Tree Care Industry Association Podcasts (2024)

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Season 2 Episode 9: Jennifer Shaffer, Director of the Organic Land Care Program at the Northeast Organic Farming Association 47:16

25d ago47:16

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In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Shaffer, Director of the Organic Land Care Program at the Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA). Jennifer discusses how NOFA's mission of sustainable farming extends to their Organic Land Care Program, which aims to bring organic farming principles to landscapes. This program is designed for landsca…

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Season 2 Episode 8: Emelie Swackhamer, Penn State Extension Horticulturist 48:09

1M ago48:09

48:09

Join the Keeping It Green podcast as they explore the role of a generalist in horticulture education with Penn State extension horticulturist Emelie Swackhamer. For decades, Emelie has been helping farmers, growers, homeowners, and landscapers with plant issues. In this episode, she shares her expertise on problems like the spotted lanternfly and d…

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Season 2 Episode 7: What's happening around PA? 48:18

3M ago48:18

48:18

Weeks of rain and several days of warm weather have sparked an array of color and growth in Pennsylvania's landscapes. On the latest episode of The Green Industry podcast, our team examines the changes in plant and insect life occurring statewide. We delve into the prevalence of invasive species and wonder if there is connection between the uptick …

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Season 2 Episode 6: Christine Williams, Owner of Little Swatara Creek Flowers 53:44

3M ago53:44

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Little Swatara Creek Flowers was born when Christine Williams decided to grow the flowers for her daughter's wedding on their family farm. This choice led to a shift, with cut flowers gradually taking over parts of the land traditionally dedicated to livestock and crops. Join us as we dive into how this business came to life, highlighting the impor…

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Season 2 Episode 5: Michelle Catania, Morton Arboretum’s Green Industry Outreach Coordinator 46:47

3M ago46:47

46:47

The Green Industry podcast team jumps into mid-west horticulture with Michelle Catania, the Green Industry Outreach Coordinator at Morton Arboretum. This interview offers a journey through time, exploring the legacy of the Morton family, pivotal in the inception of Arbor Day and the establishment of the sprawling 1800-acre Morton Arboretum. The int…

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Season 2 Episode 4: Conversation with Art and Abe Van Wingerden, co-CEOs of Metrolina Greenhouses 50:42

5M ago50:42

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Join us as Art and Abe Van Wingerden delve into their upbringing within the greenhouse business their parents pioneered. What began as a modest venture has blossomed into a sprawling enterprise spanning 450 acres across two locations, complemented by over 50 grower partners. Their conversation ranges from labor dynamics, where they prioritize foste…

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Season 2 Episode 3: Conversation with Sam Hoadley, Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba Center 43:59

5M ago43:59

43:59

Join the Keeping It Green podcast team as we talk with Sam Hoadley, the Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba Center. Discover how a small organization makes a significant impact! During our conversation, we delve into their research trials, where the team assesses native plants and associated cultivars for their horticultural and ecologica…

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Season 2 Episode 2: Talking with Nancy Knauss, Co-Owner of Xylem Excursions 42:12

6M ago42:12

42:12

Join the podcast team as we trace Nancy Knauss' fascination with plants from an early age to leading horticulture tours across the world with her company, Xylem Excursions. Her philosophy is that these horticulture tours are a gateway to history, food, culture, and the connections that plants weave into our daily lives. Episode Hosts/Speakers: Marg…

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Season 2 Episode 1: Talking with Nash Turley, Penn State Entomology Postdoctoral Scholar 48:44

7M ago48:44

48:44

Is it possible to talk about brown tree snakes, Creedence Clearwater Revival, owls, swimming pools, Guam, bees, and Furby stuffed animals in one podcast? The Keeping it Green podcast team pulled it off with the assistance of Penn State Entomology Postdoctoral Scholar Nash Turley. Join us as we talk to the globe-trotting ecologist Nash Turley and hi…

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Season 1 Episode 30: A Conversation with Glen Bupp, Penn State Extension 43:16

7M ago43:16

43:16

Listeners are invited to explore disc golf courses' basic design and maintenance principles. With disc golf’s surging popularity, Penn State Extension Educator Glen Bupp discusses the unique aspects distinguishing disc golf courses from traditional ball golf counterparts. The team also looks at the pivotal issue of invasive species, showcasing how …

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Season 1 Episode 29: Mark Sellew with Prides Corner Farms 47:44

8M ago47:44

47:44

Join the podcast team as they journey to Connecticut to chat with Mark Sellew of Prides Corner Farms. Mark shares the intriguing story of transitioning from greenhouse tomatoes to ornamentals 44 years ago. With four locations in Connecticut, the farm now cultivates 3,000 plant varieties and employs 700 during peak seasons. Mark unveils secrets to t…

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Season 1 Episode 28: Hugh Weldon and Dan Bangert with The Professional Grounds Management Society 1:00:07

9M ago1:00:07

1:00:07

Residential landscapers specialize in creating and maintaining outdoor spaces for individual homeowners, focusing on aesthetics and personalized design. In contrast, grounds managers of institutions oversee larger outdoor areas, emphasizing not only aesthetics but also safety and events. Listen to the interview with Hugh Weldon and Dan Bangert as t…

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Season 1 Episode 27: End of Summer Wrap-up from The Keeping It Green Podcast Team 51:59

10M ago51:59

51:59

The Keeping It Green podcast team takes a dive into the challenges faced during the summer growing season. Maybe the podcast title should have been "The Landscaping Apocalypse" instead of “Summer Wrap-Up?" The group had a realistic discussion about the invasive pests and ecological problems that plagued landscapes during these hot months. We wrap o…

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Season 1 Episode 26: Talking About Ticks with Amy Korman, Extension Educator with Penn State 49:52

11M ago49:52

49:52

Pennsylvania has become a hot spot for tick-borne diseases with the dubious distinction of ranking #1 in the country for the number of Lyme disease cases per year. Amy Korman, a Penn State Educator, joins the podcast team to discuss the complex tick lifecycle, who is at most risk to exposure, and some management techniques. What is an accidental en…

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Season 1 Episode 25: Landscape Design with Claudia West of Phyto Studio 50:24

11M ago50:24

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From her origins in East Germany to her current role as the principal of Phyto Studio, Claudia West's story is intertwined with the significance of North American native plants. Tune in to today's podcast episode to unravel Claudia's remarkable journey and gain insights into her perspective on landscape design. For Claudia, landscape design transce…

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Episode 10: JamieTheScholar.com 40:09

12M ago40:09

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Jamie Schultz has been in education for 25 years, public and private, leadership and teaching. I wanted to create a better system for tutoring so she created Jamie The Scholar, which you can visit at jamiethescholar.com Tutoring isn’t that far apart from nanny care. They care for your child one on one, they have to be smart and deliver. And, the on…

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Episode 9: Tarky Lee Author of "The Giving Back Tree" 47:25

1y ago47:25

47:25

Tarky Lee, a multidimensional caregiver and has been referred to as "the family octopus" took the Shel Silverstein classic, The Giving Tree and gave it a makeover and in doing so she pulled out more lessons to be learned. It’s pretty incredible. Tarkey has an illustrious childcare career of 10 years working with celebrity and CEO families and famil…

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Season 1 Episode 24: Conversation with Erin Kinley, Penn State Master Gardener 50:38

1y ago50:38

50:38

So how did a Nebraska farm girl, raised on an animal/row crop operation, become interested in horticulture? And what brought her to the East Coast? Tune in as Erin Kinley talks about her path from the farm to the coordinator of Penn State’s Master Gardener program in Eastern Pennsylvania. Plus, she’ll talk about the training and educational efforts…

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Episode 8: Step Up Your Childcare: Top 5 Positive Discipline Principles for Teaching Social and Emotional Skills with Danielle Taylor 59:38

1y ago59:38

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Please enjoy the SPECIAL episode, taken from United Nanny Agency's webinar of the same name. Click to Watch the Webinar HERE and get the FREE handout. Join Danielle Taylor, Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and Early Childhood Educator. THIS IS FOR YOU IF… If you're curious about what Positive Discipline looks like in action. If you're …

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Episode 7: You Can Featuring Angela Johnson Sutherland, INA's Nanny Of The Year 2023 39:10

1y ago39:10

39:10

Meet New Parent Educator and 2023 International Nanny Association Nanny Of The Year, Angela Johnson Sutherland. In this episode Angela shares the number 1 thing parents need to know. Angela Johnson Sutherland, better known as Ask The Nanny all across social media, has been working in the childcare field for over 40 years. She is currently a Newborn…

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Season 1 Episode 23: The Perennial Challenge of Invasives, a Conversation with Dr. Victoria Smith, State Entomologist of Connecticut 47:46

1y ago47:46

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The team ventures into the regulatory landscape of the horticulture industry with a conversation with Dr. Victoria Smith, the State Entomologist of Connecticut. One of the main roles of Vicky’s position is to address the perennial challenge of invasives. Why are some organisms tough to contain (emerald ash borer, spongy moth, etc.) and others, such…

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Season 1 Episode 22: “A Variety of Horticultural Topics” With the Keeping It Green Podcast Team 50:13

1y ago50:13

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The podcast team gets together to kick around their thoughts on a variety of horticultural topics and asks several deep questions: Why are there all those planes flying around central Pennsylvania? What is stressing out the sycamores across the state, causing the leaves to turn ‘crispy’? And on the hunt for clues in arborvitae branch dieback. Marga…

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Episode 6: Creating a Connection with Children featuring Carla Ward 44:46

1y ago44:46

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Creating a connection with children - whether you're a tutor, babysitter, teacher, or coach - isn't instant and it isn't guaranteed. Carla Ward, an experienced Early Childhood Educator and the visionary founder of Early Learning Foundations, is showing us why it is important to meet children where they are. Show them respect and how to begin buildi…

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Season 1 Episode 21: Conversation with Tim Vela of United Veterans Construction and Landscape Solutions, Inc. 51:58

1y ago51:58

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The podcast team heads out to the southwest to chat with Tim Vela of United Veterans Construction and Landscape Solutions, Inc. Tim’s early exposure to horticulture started when his mother gave him the ‘keys’ to the push lawnmower and sent him off into the neighborhood to find some lawns that needed cutting. Many years later, he is now involved in …

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Episode 5: Donna Robinson The Traveling Nanny Part 2 34:25

1y ago34:25

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Part 2: Being a travel nanny is different from other types of nannying. It takes a different set of skills to be a true success. Like always, this podcast is about helping families and nannies improve immediately - so after listening you will have a better understanding of how to excel and traveling with your nanny and as a nanny. Important Links w…

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Retos y Logros en la Arboricultura Latinoamericana con Mauricio Gonzalez Muñoz 47:10

1y ago47:10

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En el segundo episodio en español del podcast de TCIA, hablamos con el estimado Mauricio Gonzalez Muñoz tambien conocido como Mao Ropelombia, arborista, trabajador del cuidado de los árboles y escalador de competencia colombiano. Como Director de Formación e Instructor de arboricultura de la Escuela de Poda en Altura de La Casa del Arborista, y el …

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Season 1 Episode 20: Talking with Jeff Fowler and Tanner Delvalle, Hosts from Penn State’s Fresh Cut Grass Podcast 1:07:58

1y ago1:07:58

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The Keeping It Green podcast team joins forces with Penn State Extension’s Fresh Cut Grass podcast crew. Can enthusiasts of woody and herbaceous plants get along with fans of turfgrass? Tune in as the crew talks about some of the most common mistakes that the hosts and guests see in the landscape. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom B…

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Episode 4: Donna Robinson is the Traveling Nanny Part 1 40:07

1y ago40:07

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Part 1: Being a travel nanny is different from other types of nannying. It takes a different set of skills to be a true success. Like always, this podcast is about helping families and nannies improve immediately - so after listening you will have a better understanding of how to excel and traveling with your nanny and as a nanny. Important Links w…

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Season 1 Episode 19: Talking with Cat Meholic, Horticulturist from the Hagley Museum and Library and co-founder of Women in Horticulture 52:07

1y ago52:07

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Margaret and Tom cover ground with Cat Meholic, a Horticulturist from the Hagley Museum and Library and co-founder of Women in Horticulture. History and horticulture collide as Cat talks about her role in recreating many of the plantings in the former DuPont Estate. While the Hagley Museum and Library grounds are no longer dangerous, how does the M…

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Getting Your Start at TCI EXPO with Jeff Wilson 48:11

1y ago48:11

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In this episode of the podcast, we talk with one of our past Marketing Excellence Award winners, Jeff Wilson, about how Ronin got started at TCI EXPO and the importance of tradeshows in their marketing plan. Jeff is highly experienced with CPG, Retail, Semiconductor, Veterinary Hospital, and Product marketing communications. In addition to generati…

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Season 1 Episode 18: Talking with Tim Martinez, LandCare’s West Division and Mari Medrano, CoCal Landscape Services, Inc. 44:50

1y ago44:50

44:50

Today’s podcast is crowded as Margaret and Tim chat with Tim Martinez and Mari Medrano about their career journeys and respective companies. They also delve into their efforts with the National Association of Landscape Professionals to ensure a strong voice for Hispanic landscapers in the industry. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tim …

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Expanding Your Reach Through Podcasting (and Video) with Jill Golden 47:00

1y ago47:00

47:00

On this episode of the podcast Jill Golden, Project Manager, Corporate Communications at The Davey Tree Expert Company, joins us to talk about Davey’s podcast and ongoing video series that led to them being selected as a winner of 2022 Marketing Excellence Awards. Jill Golden is a project manager in corporate communications for The Davey Tree Exper…

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Episode 3: Caregiver Smart Solutions "Clarity of Care" with Guest Ryan Herd 45:09

1y ago45:09

45:09

Meet Ryan Herd - he's an accomplished author, patent holder, and TEDx speaker who has made a name for himself in the world of "smart" technology. However, his passion for this field goes beyond professional accolades. As a caregiver to his father, Ryan has firsthand experience of the challenges that caregivers face every day. In response to these c…

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Season 1 Episode 17: Talking with Tyler Pollock, Dendro Tree & Landscapes LLC 56:32

1y ago56:32

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Starting a business in any industry can be daunting and challenging for young adults. But also exciting! The podcast team talks to Tyler Pollock about his early experiences in the tree care profession and his journey to creating his own company. The wide-ranging conversation covers oak wilt treatment, interaction with homeowners, to the influence o…

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Managing your Risk with Eric Petersen 47:54

1+ y ago47:54

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On this episode of the podcast Eric Petersen, President of Arborisk, joins us to talk about risk management, insurance, and what it means for your tree care business. After graduating with a Forestry degree from Univ. Wisconsin-Stevens Point in 2003 and working as an arborist for a parks department, Eric joined his family’s insurance agency and beg…

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Season 1 Episode 16: Jenny Girard with RM Landscape and Stephanie Leveling of BOSS, Members of the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Women in Landscape Network 47:23

1+ y ago47:23

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The landscape industry has traditionally been male-dominated. But female participation is increasing, and the benefits of diversity in the workplace can bring new perspectives and skills. But it can also present unique challenges. Jenny and Stephanie are part of the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Women in Landscape Network which c…

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A Passion for Training with Korey Conry 46:50

1+ y ago46:50

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In this episode, we are joined by Korey Conry to talk about his experience as a trainer. Korey Conry is a Field Safety Supervisor/Trainer at Mountain F Enterprises and has been in the tree industry for over four years. He found his home in the safety and training department onboarding helping develop the safety culture with new hires. He is a certi…

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Building Online Education with Katie Petrikas and Virginia Gregoire 33:25

1+ y ago33:25

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In this episode, we are joined by Katie Petrikas and Virginia Gregoire and talk about their involvement in TCIA's education space. Katie has been with TCIA for four years. She has worked in a variety of roles over that time, including member experience, where she developed a deep understanding of member needs and how to meet them. Katie leverages t…

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Season 1 Episode 15: Talking with Casey Sclar, H.O. Smith Endowed Director of The Arboretum at Penn State 49:30

1+ y ago49:30

49:30

Join us for a wide-ranging discussion with the Director of The Arboretum at Penn State, Casey Sclar. Casey talks about the important role of public gardens in our society. He’ll also delve into ideas and efforts to introduce the tradecraft of horticulture to children and young adults. And what does Casey consider the ‘job security shrub’? Sandy Fea…

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Episode 2: How to Begin Your Nanny Search with Danny Rosenthal 15:15

1+ y ago15:15

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Where do you begin your nanny search? It starts way before you're reaching out and interviewing nannies. You start with "what can a nanny do for you?" Every families has different needs and it is important to be clear about what you are looking for in your next caregiver. Danny Rosenthal is sharing his very best advice so you and your family don’t …

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Season 1 Episode 14: Conversation with Rachel Schnaitman, Associate Director of Horticulture Operations at Longwood Gardens 43:25

1+ y ago43:25

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Longwood Gardens, a botanical garden outside of Kennet Square, PA, covers over 1,000 acres of land with gardens, meadows, and woodlands. That’s a lot of territory to manage and keep aesthetically pleasing! Meet Rachel, one of the key players that keep the place running and looking good! She’ll also talk about her previous role as Longwood’s IPM man…

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Women in Tree Care 2023: Amy Tetreault 37:46

1+ y ago37:46

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In this episode, we celebrate Women in Tree Care Month with Amy Tetreault and talk about her new role as Executive Vice President of TCIA. The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) is a trade association of 2,300 tree care firms and affiliated companies worldwide on a mission to advance tree care businesses by developing standards of tree care prac…

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Season 1 Episode 13: Conversation with Krystal Snyder, Penn State Extension Horticulture Educator 38:30

1+ y ago38:30

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Ever want to walk around a field of flowers (for free)? And get a good look at some of the newer cultivars scheduled for release into the market by plant breeders across the world? Krystal Snyder gives an overview of the Penn State Flower Trials, one of the oldest and largest flower trials in the U.S. She also covers her work with greenhouse grower…

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Season 1 Episode 12: A Conversation with Dr. Rick Bates, Professor of Horticulture, Penn State Plant Science Department 46:26

1+ y ago46:26

46:26

Margaret and Tom chatted with Rick Bates about the many ‘hats’ he wears as a professor of Horticulture at Penn State. The interview covers his effort and reasons for introducing new species of conifers to diversify Christmas tree farms (research), how he handles students’ use of technology in plant identification courses (teaching), and his travels…

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Season 1 Episode 11: Talking with Dr. Mark Brand from the University of Connecticut 44:33

1+ y ago44:33

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Margaret and Tim have a chat with Dr. Mark Brand, Professor of Horticulture at the University of Connecticut’s Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture, on a wide range of horticulture topics. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has added a number of ornamental plants to its noxious weed list over the past several months (Japan…

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Season 1 Episode 10: Conversation with Jerry O’Dell, President of the Valley Forge Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society 42:13

1+ y ago42:13

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Jerry is also the former owner of a commercial property landscape company and caretaker of Tyler Arboretum’s Wister Rhododendron Garden. Margaret and Tom have a chat with Jerry O’Dell about his horticulture career. For many individuals, the love of plants runs deep, and even in retirement, the pull is strong. Jerry talks about his start on a local …

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Episode 1: Onboarding with Danny Rosenthal 19:15

1+ y ago19:15

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After 17 years in childcare I’ve learned a thing or two, actually more like thousands of things about the childcare industry, and the important part to note is that it actually took me all 17 years to learn them. Having a child and then stepping into the role of parent and then employer is hard and you’re not going to know everything overnight, or …

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Season 1 Episode 9: Conversation with Sara May, Penn State’s Head Diagnostician and Plant Disease Clinic Manager 47:09

1+ y ago47:09

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Margaret and Tim have a conversation with Sara May, Penn State’s Head Diagnostician, and Plant Disease Clinic Manager. What trigger’s one’s interest in studying plant diseases? Sara describes her beginning in a nursery/landscape operation to running a lab that deals with sick and dying plants. A short discussion details the journey of submitted sam…

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Season 1 Episode 8: Conversation with Frank Pizzi, Former Zoo Horticulturist at Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium 48:16

1+ y ago48:16

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Margaret and Sandy discuss the world of plants in zoo settings with Frank Pizzi, former zoo horticulturist at Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. Join us as Frank talks about how zoos have transitioned over the past several decades. Where zoo exhibits have gone from concrete and ceramic tile buildings to enclosures that try to mimic the animals' natural…

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Season 1 Episode 7: Conversation with Shari Edelson, Outgoing Director of Operations at the Arboretum at Penn State 48:18

1+ y ago48:18

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Margaret and Tom discuss horticulture adventures with Shari Edelson of the Arboretum at Penn State. What is it like working at a relatively new arboretum (opened in 2009)? How are gardens initiated, funded, and constructed? Maintained? Shari will share her experience and changing role in almost a decade of time at the Arboretum. Plus, we discuss th…

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