Best Botanic Connections Podcasts (2024)

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Life on the Last Frontier - Laurie's Alaskan Homestead Childhood 38:54

1h ago38:54

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this captivating follow-up episode, Laurie takes listeners back to her childhood years growing up on a remote homestead in Alaska. From age 6 to 18, she experienced life off the grid, where survival skills, hard work, and a deep respect for nature …

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Episode 170: High-Impact Native Plants with Uli Lorimer 46:46

20m ago46:46

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Ulrich Lorimer is the director of the Native Plant Tust in Framingham, MA, a conservation organization that manages Garden in the Woods. He has been a longtime advocate for cultivating native plants in both public and private gardens to help offset habitat loss. In this episode, he talks about some outstanding native species that have an outsized i…

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217. Sustainability in Spirits with Harrison Holditch of Half Shell Vodka 49:15

4d ago49:15

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In this episode of The Good Dirt, Mary & Emma explore sustainability in the spirits industry with Harrison Holditch of Half Shell Vodka. At just 33 years old, Harrison has pioneered innovative sustainable practices in producing vodka, including using recycled materials and local partnerships. Among Half Shell Vodka's noteworthy achievements is its …

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Understanding and Treating the Pain/Sleep Connection 57:38

7h ago57:38

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In this episode of the OneMedicine Podcast, featuring Chris Meletis, ND, we discuss the impact of poor sleep on overall health with a specific focus on pain. Chris reviews the biochemistry and offers ways to help your patients disrupt this feedback loop and get their sleep and health back on track. Guest Bio: Dr. Chris D. Meletis, ND, is an educato…

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An Integrative Approach to Treating Arrhythmias: A Conversation with Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist Benjamin Remo, MD 16:28

1h ago16:28

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Arrhythmias are on the rise, coinciding with an increase in stroke cases. In this interview, Karolyn A. Gazella talks with conventionally trained cardiologist Benjamin Remo, MD, who also recently completed a fellowship in integrative medicine. Dr Remo is a cardiologist with CHRISTUS Health in New Mexico and employs a more holistic approach to treat…

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Plant ID Made Easy: Exploring the Best Apps for Nature Lovers 22:32

5d ago22:32

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Laurie and Debbie dig into the world of plant identification apps! They review several popular options, including Picture This, Plant Snap, Leaf Snap, Flora Incognita, Plant Net, iNaturalist, and Garden Ans…

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216. A Sustainable Death: Rethinking End Of Life Practices with Hunter Beattie of Endswell Cremation 56:01

11d ago56:01

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What are more sustainable death practices that we can can consider as alternatives to the expensive and consumptive services offered in the modern funeral industry? CEO of Endswell Cremation Hunter Beattie is our guest today, here to discuss the green burial movement, the problems with our current death rituals and practices and how the process of …

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Brazil Birding: The Tale of Two Towers 58:34

2h ago58:34

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Birding from the forest floor only gets you a small view of what's going on in the canopy. Forest towers are a great way to see more of the birdlife up and down the trees with hawks and swifts up in the sky, foraging flocks mid-canopy, and woodcreepers below the crown. Maira, Alen, and Hannah also chat about their experience on an all-women birding…

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Fun and Festive Fall Flowers 26:48

4d ago26:48

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, we dive into the joys of fall gardening! With cooler temperatures and colorful leaves setting the stage, now is the perfect time to plant native perennials that will thrive through the season and beyond. Le…

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Episode 169: Great Foundation Plants 1:10:42

5d ago1:10:42

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When we say “foundation plants” you might think we’re talking about plants that are the backbones of our beds and borders. But that’s not what we mean in this instance. Today we’re discussing plants that are perfect for planting around your home’s foundation. These selections need to adhere to a certain set of requirements: they can't get too big; …

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Mary and Emma Talk About Halloween: Less Waste, More Fun! (Reprise) 29:23

14d ago29:23

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Join Mary and Emma as they discuss a slow living Halloween, the second largest consumer season in the US. From the ancient traditions of the Celtic Samhain celebrations, to the modern day spook fest that dominates this time of year, you'll hear how you can embrace the special beauty and magic of nature during this time, letting go of much of the wa…

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Maca Extract: Botanical Profile with Deanna Minich, PhD 27:27

13d ago27:27

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Maca extract has become a popular herb as scientific research continues to substantiate its traditional uses. On this podcast, respected nutrition scientist and educator Deanna Minich, PhD, provides a detailed profile of maca root including a research overview, as well as clinical advice about choosing the highest quality extract. Minich is a sough…

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Leave the Leaves: A Simple Way to Support Wildlife with David Mizejewski 38:42

19d ago38:42

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, we welcome David Mizejewski from the National Wildlife Federation to discuss the "Leave the Leaves" campaign for October. David shares the surprising ecological benefits of keeping fallen leaves on your pro…

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215. Exploring Holistic Homesteading: A Conversation with Krista and Fia Arias of Tierra Soul 57:58

21d ago57:58

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In this episode, Mary welcomes back Krista Arias and her daughter, Fia, from Tierra Soul, a homestead and learning space in Magdalena, New Mexico. They catch up on their conversation from a year ago, discussing ongoing and new projects at Tierra Soul, such as the community cafe project and plans for their first holistic homesteading festival. They …

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Birding Brazil: Pink Dolphins, Rufous Potoo, and more 1:00:35

13d ago1:00:35

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Did you know that the Amazon Rainforest is home to one-third of all species on earth? It has incredible birds, bugs, mammals, plant-life, and more! Listen in as we tell you about exploring Novo Airão and Rio Negro. Show notes Buy me a Coffee Birding is the world Brazil October Big Day 2024 trip report for gobirdingteam Flock To Marion Again IC4WB R…

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How Leaves Change Their Colors 15:58

18d ago15:58

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. As fall has officially arrived in the Carolinas, The Backyard Naturalists take a closer look at one of the season's most magical transformations: the changing colors of leaves. In this episode, we revisit some fun facts from grade school science class…

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Episode 168: Rewind – Design Rules of Thumb with Stacie Crooks 53:40

19d ago53:40

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Seattle-based garden designer Stacie Crooks creates beautiful, ecologically friendly, low-maintenance gardens throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her most recent article in the December 2024 issue of Fine Gardening magazine tackles the challenges of integrating a vibrant, plant-focused garden into a cookie-cutter neighborhood developed during the pos…

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214. Intro to Slow Living | Part 3 | Thoughts on Consumerism with Mary and Emma 33:01

29d ago33:01

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In this episode, Mary & Emma begin their discussion on consumerism by reflecting on a recent social media trend dubbed "underconsumption', and how that idea overlaps with the fundamentals of slow living. They ask the questions, are we drawn to the true ideals of a lifestyle or the visual aesthetics as represented on social media, and how likely are…

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Kicking Off Our FOURTH Season of all Things Connected with Nature ! ! ! 43:13

29d ago43:13

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Welcome to Season 4 of The Backyard Naturalists! In this special premiere, hosts Debbie and Laurie reflect on an incredible journey that’s grown beyond their wildest expectations — now with over 72,000 listeners across 125 countries! From bird-feeding tips and the benefits of planting trees to unique nature trivia and guest experts sharing their pa…

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213. Wild Homestead Living: From Suburbia to Self-Sufficiency with Park Ranger Julie Stonefelt 56:02

1M ago56:02

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How do you pursue homesteading while honoring the wildness of the nature around you? The flowers, animals, and flora that live on the land can impact the way you approach your garden. Julie Stonefelt, a full-time park ranger and co-founder of Wild Homestead Living with her husband Kevin, has sought to live off the land while preserving the natural …

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Brazil Birding: Presidente Figueiredo 1:04:59

27d ago1:04:59

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Birding in Brazil has been on our schedule for more than a year... and it's finally here! Our first stop: Presidente Figueiredo. Located in the state of Amazonas, Presidente Figueiredo is known as the Land of Waterfalls due to its abundance of water, jungle, caves, waterfalls (over 100!), and geological sites. Ecotourism is growing in this area for…

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Cutting-Edge Integrative Brain Cancer Research and Treatment: A conversation with neuro-oncology expert Soma Sengupta, MD, PhD, MBA 21:11

28d ago21:11

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Treating brain cancers such as glioblastoma can be complex as many of these cancers are difficult to treat and deadly. Soma Sengupta, MD, PhD, MBA, is an accomplished physician-scientist who specializes in brain tumor treatment and research. During this interview, she talks about her innovative research work, including the use of art and music ther…

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EP52: Indigenous Plant Practices in India 45:41

1M ago45:41

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In this episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford is joined by filmmaker Nirman Choudhury to explore the deep connection between India’s indigenous communities and their traditional ecological knowledge of plants. Nirman shares insights from his project "Shifting Narratives," which highlights how tribal and Dalit communities use visual storyte…

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Benefits of Trees 20:50

1M ago20:50

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, we dive into the many reasons why trees are invaluable to our health, environment, and economy. A recent study conducted by the University of Louisville shows that planting trees can significantly reduce he…

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212. Intro to Slow Living | Part 2 | Overcoming Slow Living Obstacles & FAQ 28:17

2M ago28:17

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In the second of this episode series, Emma and Mary discuss some obstacles that may come up in trying to live more slowly and sustainably, as well as addressing a few frequently asked questions. They discuss how slow living often seems so out of reach to many of us given all of the distractions of modern life, and offer ways to make it seem a littl…

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Celebrating Success: Engaging Non-Nature Lovers in the Great Outdoors 35:11

1M ago35:11

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this celebratory episode of The Backyard Naturalist podcast, hosts Debbie, Laurie, and Chris share their excitement over winning the Best of the Weeklies podcast award from the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly for the second consecutive yea…

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Episode 167: Pollinator Plants 1:06:11

2M ago1:06:11

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Great options for welcoming winged visitors to your garden Hardly an episode goes by where we don't mention a pollinator plant. But we have never dedicated an entire episode to the topic, which in our minds is bananas! So today we’re fixing that track record and discussing 11 of our favorite pollinator plants. Native plant expert Cheyenne Wine join…

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211. Where Science Meets Wise Woman Wisdom, with Chwynyn Vaughan of “Slow Botanicals” 56:30

2M ago56:30

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Chwynyn Vaughan is the creator of Slow Botanicals, and for over 30 years she has been blending science and wise woman wisdom to create a sustainable lifestyle. With her background in midwifery and conventional healthcare, Chwynyn found a deep love for botanicals and plants that prompted her to create her fully certified-organic skincare line. Full …

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Costa Rica Country Roads 52:56

1M ago52:56

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Finishing up our last few days in Costa Rica, we spent a day at the beautiful Hotel Quelitales (including an incredible lunch) and then headed west for some backcountry road birding. Relying on eBird hotspots, we found a few interesting spots, including an overgrown adventure park. Main Story Begins at: 5:30 Show notes Buy me a Coffee Birding is th…

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Cultivating Empathy in Clinical Practice 30:51

1M ago30:51

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In this interview, Karolyn A. Gazella explores the topic of clinical empathy with integrative internal medicine physician David Cannon, MD. Dr Cannon discusses the research associated with empathy in the healthcare setting and describes ways that clinicians can cultivate more connection with patients to create a more enhanced empathetic environment…

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Embracing Fall: Nature Activities and Wildlife Tips for the Season 16:43

2M ago16:43

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this fall-themed episode of “The Backyard Naturalists,” hosts Debbie and Laurie, based near Charlotte, delve into the wonders of the autumn season. They discuss the changeable weather and share their favorite aspects of fall. The episode is packed …

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Ethical and Legal Issues in the Practice of Medical Intuition 1:07:55

2M ago1:07:55

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Medical intuition is the skill of using intuitive perception to assess both the physical and the subtle energy systems of the body, for physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health and wellbeing. Medical Intuition is designed to assist health care providers in a cost-effective, targeted approach to a patient’s presenting concerns, and is not m…

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210. Intro to Slow Living | Part 1 | What is Slow Living? 32:39

2M ago32:39

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In the first of this bonus episode series, Emma and Mary discuss the concept and meaning of slow living. Using the quote from The Lady Farmer Guide to Slow Living, they discuss slow living in terms of making conscious choices in how we live our lives, paying attention to how we spend our time, money, and resources, and stepping back from industrial…

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From Farm to Skin: The Natural Healing Journey of Barn and Bee Botanicals 25:40

2M ago25:40

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, hosts Debbie and Laurie sit down with Angie Gotta, the passionate owner of Barn and Bee Botanicals. Angie shares her inspiring journey from struggling with health issues to discovering the healing power of …

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Episode 166: Gardening for the Greater Good with Andrew Bunting 35:38

2M ago35:38

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Andrew Bunting is vice president of horticulture at Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS), where he promotes gardening for the greater good. PHS supports healthier neighborhoods through horticulture by cleaning and greening vacant lots, planting and maintaining street trees, partnering with community gardeners to share resources and conserve pro…

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209. Cultivating Community and Connection at Alexia Allen’s Hawthorn Farm 1:01:59

2M ago1:01:59

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Alexia Allen is a suburban homesteader. She and her husband Daniel are transforming their own corner of suburbia into a permaculture paradise. They spent all of 2017 doing a hand harvested food challenge, which meant they were eating only hand harvested food right down to salt from the ocean. Daniel and Alexia are long time educators with a passion…

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Costa Rica: Coffee Farms & Botanical Gardens 54:58

2M ago54:58

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We had a free day when we first arrived to Costa Rica. So we scoped out a cool botanical garden, a coffee farm that works towards being bird-friendly, and an amazing hotel with birding gardens! FYI we talk a lot about the logistics of our first-time in Costa Rica on our own with cars and driving. Main Story Begins at: 10:35 Show notes Buy me a Coff…

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Enhance Your Natural Life: Mosquito Deterrents, Bird Care Essentials, and More! 15:23

2M ago15:23

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Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists, the podcast about anything and everything connected with nature. We love to engage with our listeners and have a few fabulous prizes we’d love to share with you. As a part of helping us grow our social media and online presence, we’re giving you an opportunity to score a few of them we talk about in…

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Bonus Reprise: Mary & Emma on How to Make Back-to-School More Sustainable 31:15

2M ago31:15

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This episode originally aired on August 23, 2022. What aspects of the back-to-school season are tapping into core memory making, and how much is just consumer hype? Listen in as Mary & Emma peel away the marketing from the emotion, and discuss ideas for reframing this season in a more sustainable way for kids AND parents. Things Mentioned: Episode …

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Battling Squirrels: Tips and Tricks to Protect Your Bird Feeders 11:21

2M ago11:21

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. One of the questions folks have for the team at Backyard Birds is how to keep those pesky squirrels away from their bird feeders. In this week’s episode, Debbie and Laurie off a few affordable solutions and ideas to keeps our little bushy-tailed frien…

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