Mark Fraley Podcast

Mark Fraley Podcast

4.8 (6)
SOCIETY & CULTURE
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11/08/2024

Interview with Michael Officer, Executive Officer Cuan Beo (Bay Life) organization, Galway Ireland (Episode 113)

Today I talk with Michael Officer of the Cuan Beo organization in Galway, Republic of Ireland. Michael and his organization are involved with the restoration of the oyster fishery in the Galway Bay. There have a multifaceted approach to their work. Priority is given to managing the quality and volume of the fresh water entering the … Continue reading "Interview with Michael Officer, Executive Officer Cuan Beo (Bay Life) organization, Galway Ireland (Episode 113)" The post Interview with Michael Officer, Executive Officer Cuan Beo (Bay Life) organization, Galway Ireland (Episode 113) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.

51 min
12/06/2024

Interview With Author and Naturalist Joanna Brichetto, This Is How A Robin Drinks. Essays on Urban Nature (Episode 114)

For her second appearance on the Mark Fraley Podcast, we interview Joanna Brichetto about her new book, This Is How A Robin Drinks, Essays on Urban Nature. Joanna is a Certified Tennessee Naturalist and the producer of the well known blog/Instagram called Sidewalk Nature. The book consists of 52 essays, arranged by seasons (Summer, Winter, … Continue reading "Interview With Author and Naturalist Joanna Brichetto, This Is How A Robin Drinks. Essays on Urban Nature (Episode 114)" The post Interview With Author and Naturalist Joanna Brichetto, This Is How A Robin Drinks. Essays on Urban Nature (Episode 114) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
12/20/2024

Interview With Michael Robertson, 2024 TRPA Fellow, Director of Field Operations, TN State Parks (retired) Episode 115

Our guest today is Michael Robertson the recent recipient of the TRPA Fellow Award. This award is given each year in recognition of significant and sustained contributions to the field of Parks and Recreation. Mike has recently retired as head of Tennessee State Parks operations. Tennessee State Parks are recognized as among the best in … Continue reading "Interview With Michael Robertson, 2024 TRPA Fellow, Director of Field Operations, TN State Parks (retired) Episode 115" The post Interview With Michael Robertson, 2024 TRPA Fellow, Director of Field Operations, TN State Parks (retired) Episode 115 appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
02/28/2025

Interview with April Johnson, Assistant Director, Recreation Services, TN Dept Environment and Conservation (Episode 116)

Since the early 1950s, the State of Tennessee has had an interest in assisting Tennessee cities and counties in building strong communities through strong Parks and Recreation programs. Recreation consultancy services by the State to local governments continue today, and our guest April Johnson is at the forefront of that effort. April’s effort has been … Continue reading "Interview with April Johnson, Assistant Director, Recreation Services, TN Dept Environment and Conservation (Episode 116)" The post Interview with April Johnson, Assistant Director, Recreation Services, TN Dept Environment and Conservation (Episode 116) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
03/07/2025

Interview with Bethany Crandell, Co-Founder, Neighbors4Natives.org (Episode 117)

It really does matter what you have growing in your yard! If you choose to grow native plants, trees and shrubs, you will be making a positive contribution to the ecology of our urban living space. Native plants make an attractive home for birds, pollinators and other wildlife. Neighbors for Natives is a non profit in Nashville … Continue reading "Interview with Bethany Crandell, Co-Founder, Neighbors4Natives.org (Episode 117)" The post Interview with Bethany Crandell, Co-Founder, Neighbors4Natives.org (Episode 117) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
04/28/2025

Celebrating 50 years of Parks and Recreation in Gatlinburg, Interview with Marty Nicely and Laurence Evans (Episode 119)

It was April of 1975 when your host moved to Gatlinburg to start the Parks and Recreation Program for the City of Gatlinburg. Now 50 years later, this agency has become one of Tennessee’s best. Consistently winning statewide recognition for exceptional facilities and innovative programs. All the credit goes to my two guests, Marty Nicely … Continue reading "Celebrating 50 years of Parks and Recreation in Gatlinburg, Interview with Marty Nicely and Laurence Evans (Episode 119)" The post Celebrating 50 years of Parks and Recreation in Gatlinburg, Interview with Marty Nicely and Laurence Evans (Episode 119) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
04/29/2025

Threats to the Social Security System, Interview with Attorney William Benjamin ( Eposode 118)

In the first couple of months of the Trump administration, the so-called Department of Government Efficiency has made numerous baseless claims about waste fraud and abuse in the Social Security program. They have also proposed several thoughtless changes to the way that the program is managed, as well as unwarranted cuts to program staff. In … Continue reading "Threats to the Social Security System, Interview with Attorney William Benjamin ( Eposode 118)" The post Threats to the Social Security System, Interview with Attorney William Benjamin ( Eposode 118) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
05/09/2025

Interview With TRPA Fellow Mark Tummons, (Episode 120)

Our guest today, Mark Tummons, received the coveted Fellow Award from the Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association in 2005. He is also a Past President of TRPA and a Lifetime Member. Mark has served the State of Tennessee in various roles over the years including Program Administrator for the Parks and Recreation Technical Advisory Service … Continue reading "Interview With TRPA Fellow Mark Tummons, (Episode 120)" The post Interview With TRPA Fellow Mark Tummons, (Episode 120) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
06/13/2025

Interview With Dr Kim Sadler, MTSU, Center for Cedar Glade Studies (Episode 121)

The Cedar Glades, which occur in the rocky and hardscrabble areas around Lebanon Tennessee, are among Tennessee’s most special places. They are home to many rare plants and plant communities adapted to these harsh conditions and which occur nowhere else in the world. The Tennessee Coneflower (Echinacea tennesseensis) is a prominent example of the beauty … Continue reading "Interview With Dr Kim Sadler, MTSU, Center for Cedar Glade Studies (Episode 121)" The post Interview With Dr Kim Sadler, MTSU, Center for Cedar Glade Studies (Episode 121) appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.
12/12/2025

An Interview With Alex Wyss, Executive Director, The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy, David Crockett Birthplace Campaign, The “Go Ahead Fund”

Today we interview Alex Wyss the Executive Director of the Tennessee State Parks Conservancy. Alex comes to this position after many years of dedicated work with the Nature Conservancy. We discuss the Conservancy’s ongoing efforts to make Tennessee State Parks more accessible to underserved populations. The Conservancy is presently involved in a major effort to … Continue reading "An Interview With Alex Wyss, Executive Director, The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy, David Crockett Birthplace Campaign, The “Go Ahead Fund”" The post An Interview With Alex Wyss, Executive Director, The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy, David Crockett Birthplace Campaign, The “Go Ahead Fund” appeared first on Mark Fraley Podcast.

10 Episodes

4.8

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6 Ratings

Attuned to Local Issues

01/14/2019

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I’m happy to have discovered a podcast that helps me stay attuned to local conservation issues in the State of Tennessee.

Interesting People and Stories

Creator

Mark Fraley Podcast
Years Active

2017 - 2024
Episodes

10
Rating

Clean
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