160 episodes
Native Plants, Healthy Planet Pinelands Nursery
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4.9 • 184 Ratings
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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick interview some of the top minds in ecology, restoration, conservation, and of course, native plants. Join them on their journey towards knowledge and understanding of some of the larger problems that our ecosystems face.
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Meet Native Plant Trust
Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Uli Lorimer, (Director of Horticulture - Native Plant Trust) to talk about the Native Plant Trust. Topics include the work being done at Native Plant Trust, native plant resources in today's market, opinions on cultivars, the creation of the Northeast Seed Network, and how you can get involved. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.
Follow Native Plant Trust - Website / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube
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The Buzz - Sneeze Ya Later
Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There are two roads to "That's Hot" and Tom takes the road less travelled. Fran steals his article for "This or That". There are questions AND comments. "Take it or Leaf it" contemplates To Pull or Not To Pull. Music by RJ Comer.
Read Fran's Article / Read Tom's Article
UDSA Invasive Plant Website Here.
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Meet The American Littoral Society
Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Captain Al Modjeski of the American Littoral Society to talk about coastal resiliency. Topics include the history of the American Littoral Society, how oysters and Christmas Trees both help in coastal resiliency, the importance of collaboration and community, as well as how you can make a difference. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.
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The Buzz - More Than We Can Carry
Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Fran and Tom welcome all the new listeners! There is a reoccurring theme throughout this episode. "That's Hot" talks about foraging while "This or That" eyes plant protection. Tom and Fran discuss upcoming episodes and also complain. "Take it or Leaf it" ties everything together. Music by RJ Comer.
Read Fran's Article / Read Tom's Article
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Rooted Discussions - The Demise and Resurgence of The American Chestnut
Welcome to Rooted Discussions, our roundtable conversations featuring top minds in the field of the topic at hand. On this episode, hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are joined by Adriana Del Grosso (American Chestnut Restoration and Research Project at SUNY ESF), Erik Carlson (Graduate Student at American Chestnut Restoration and Research Project at SUNY ESF), ands Sara Fitzsimmons (Chief Conversation Officer, American Chestnut Foundation). Conversations include the history of The American Chestnut, the story behind the organizations working to bring the American Chestnut back to our forests, the trials, tribulations, and technology needed to make this comeback happen, and how close are we to seeing this dream become reality. Music by Andorra.
Follow The American Chestnut Foundation - Web / Chestnut Chat / Breeding Archive
Follow The American Chestnut Research & Restoration Project at ESF - Web / Facebook Group
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The Buzz - The Secret of The Ramperoni
Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Fran and Tom welcome all the new listeners! "Grow Read A Book" from Episode 153 makes its way back into conversation. "That's Hot" has some familiar faces for a different reason. "This or That" takes a philosophical approach. Tom and Fran repurpose "Take it or Leaf it". Tom's Music by RJ Comer.
Read Fran's Article / Read Tom's Article
Redbud Jelly Recipe Here.
Beta Test Steve's Garden by Kudzu Solutions Here.
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Customer Reviews
I’ve learned so much from Fran and Tom
I got into native plants last spring and a Virginia Master Naturalist told me about this podcast last summer. I have now listened to all of the episodes and am at a loss for what to listen to while gardening!
I love recommending this podcasts to my fellow eco nerds - Tom and Fran know so much about native plants (though they both repeatedly say they aren’t experts) but they approach this and other ecology topics with humility and curiosity, and it is easy to learn from them.
I hope others enjoy the content (and Fran’s accent 😆) as much as I do!
- B. in Virginia
Fabulous, informative and fun!
I love this podcast! What finally motivates me to write a review was today’s episode (Northern Plant Trust) when I learned that I am not alone in the intense disgust that arises in me as I walk or drive through traditionally landscaped neighborhoods! Also the comment not to mess with garden club ladies (as I am president of the Williamsburg, Va Garden Club).
This podcast is practical and to the point. Fran and Tom are fun to listen to and I always learn something. For the first time in my life, I wish I lived in NJ! 😂. Their guests are knowledgeable and I appreciate learning every time I listen. Thanks guys!!!
Awesome Perspectives on Native Plants/Ecology
As an ecologically focused designer and creator I find this podcast super valuable. The hosts do a great job bridging the the worlds of those in the business of natives and the world of the passionate consumers driving the market.
The hosts actually communicate with nuance versus unhelpful absolutes so common nowadays. I learn something useful every episode and am grateful they devote their time to educating and inspiring our community.