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Native Plants, Healthy Planet

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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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01:07:38

Meet The American Littoral Society

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/05/19

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. Follow American Littoral Society - Website / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube Have a question or a comment?

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01:36:57

The Buzz - More Than We Can Carry

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/05/12

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 Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants

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01:57:11

Rooted Discussions - The Demise and Resurgence of The...

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/05/05

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

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01:29:32

The Buzz - The Secret of The Ramperoni

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/04/28

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

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01:26:26

The Trials and Tribulations of Rewilding in an HOA

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/04/21

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Melinda Soltys to talk about her personal experiences with planting native gardens in an HOA. Topics include how her journey started and where it is now, resources available to homeowners, politics associated with HOA's, and helpful advise for those starting similar journeys. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men. More Information regarding bills passed in VA Legislature Here. Take the survey Here. Learn more about Wild Ones Here. Wild Ones Webinar on Weed

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01:15:31

The Buzz - The Dilemmas Within

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/04/14

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Bills and Anthems are in the follow up this week. "That's Hot" has Tom and Fran on the same page. This may be the shortest "This or That" ever. "Take it or Leaf it" pertains to A Native Plant Every Day. Tom's "Grow Read A Book" poses a lot of questions but we do not have answers. There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer. Read Fran's Article / Read Tom's Article Have a question or a comment? Call (215)

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03:08:50

Replaying the Hits - Dr. Dwayne Estes & Samuel Thayer

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/04/07

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick share two of their favorite episodes of The Native Plants Healthy Planet Podcast to help bring you into the Spring Season. First is Dr. Dwayne Estes (Professor and Curator of Herbarium at Austin Peay State University and Executive Director of SGI). Discussed is debunking the myth of the mighty squirrel, the misconception of forests along the east coast, historical documentation about our lands, our undeniable connections with nature and why 25 years may be too

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01:35:10

The Buzz - It’s All In Follow Up

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/03/31

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There is tons of follow up and Tom and Fran are up to the task. "That's Hot" deals with the rare and not so rare while "This or That" discusses climate change and animal crossings. We have a new question on the Question and Comment Line! "Take it or Leaf it" allows the opportunity to recap. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer. Read Fran's Article /

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01:11:54

Horticultural Therapy Week

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/03/24

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Laura DePrado, HTR (Owner - Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC) to talk about Horticultural Therapy Week. Topics include the origin of Horticultural Therapy and its pioneers, the benefits of Horticultural Therapy, and tips for better connections with nature. We also learn about Laura's unique journey with Horticultural Therapy. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men. Follow Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC. - Website / Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn Register of

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01:18:26

The Buzz - A Brand New Segment

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/03/17

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom and Fran are on the same page this week with "That's Hot". "This or That" discusses the loss of natives while myth busting lawns. We have the introduction of a new segment before "Take it or Leaf it" has Tom and Fran figuring out how narrow is too narrow. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer. Read Fran's Article / Read Tom's Article Have a question or

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01:30:38

Black Gold with Dr. Michael Curran

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/03/10

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Dr. Michael Curran (Owner - Abnova Ecological Solutions) to talk about land management and restoration ecology as it pertains to the energy industry in Wyoming. Topics include theories of land management, the importance of data collection, technology advances in restoration, and leaving nature in a better shape than how it was found. Dr. Curran also shares his intriguing path into ecology. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men. Follow Abnova Ecological

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01:21:36

The Buzz - Happy Anniversary!!!

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/03/03

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom and Fran celebrate three years of the podcast! "That's Hot" may appear to be recycled. "This or That" discusses the loss of habitat and how to improve habitat. We hear from a new listener on the Question and Comment line before "Take it or Leaf it" has Tom and Fran figuring out what they cannot live without. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ

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01:26:13

Ethnobotany and Succession with Dr. Daniela Shebitz

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/02/24

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Dr. Daniela Shebitz (Chair and Professor, Environmental and Sustainability Sciences - Kean University) to talk about land management and our connections with nature. Topics include theories of land management throughout different cultures, the importance of succession, the practice of prescribed burns, and our responsibility to reach a wider audience. Also discussed is the one native plant you should have on your property for its medicinal value. Dr

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01:17:37

The Buzz - It Depends

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/02/17

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. "That's Hot" is a precursor to A Native Plant Every Day with Tom and Fran this week. "This or That" has Tom and Fran on the same page this week after Fran makes amends with his losing ways. We hear from an old friend on the Question and Comment line before "Take it or Leaf it" has Tom and Fran questioning themselves. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ

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01:48:00

Tom and Fran Go To MANTS

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/02/10

The Secret Tapes are back! Tom Knezick and Fran Chismar take this episode on the road by taking advantage of their drive time while attending the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Tradeshow (MANTS) in Baltimore, MD. On the way to the show Fran and Tom share their expectations and are able to compare them to the results on the way home. *Spoiler Alert* - The Buzz word was "Native". Music by Andorra. Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram /

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01:27:18

The Buzz - Come And Get This One Cougars

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/02/03

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. "That's Hot" follow the blight of the ghost forest as well as offering an all-star sedge. "This or That" takes a good look protecting cougars as they trek towards the east and protecting native plants from the threat of extinction "Take it or Leaf it" offers solutions this week. Tom's Petty gets theme music treatment. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ

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01:09:45

The Carex Trials

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/01/27

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick welcome back Sam Hoadley (Horticultural Research Manager) from the Mt. Cuba Center about the results of their newly published Carex trials. It's time to get excited about Carex! They discuss Carex that responded well to mowing, surprise value of many of the Carex species, How species rated for flower and seed pod, as well as the buzz generated by this timely research. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men. Follow Mt. Cuba Center

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01:13:54

The Buzz - Into The Woods Without A Segue

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/01/20

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. "That's Hot" takes some interesting turns this episode. "This or That" takes a good look protecting native wildlife and street tree diversity. "Take it or Leaf it" ends without and answer. Tom and Fran discuss an industry tradeshow before reflecting on their conversation with the National Wildlife Federation. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ

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54:22

Meet The National Wildlife Federation

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/01/13

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick sit down with Mary Phillips (Head of Garden for Wildlife / Certified Wildlife Habitat) from The National Wildlife Federation to talk about the multitude of programs offered by the NWF that support native plants, wildlife, and healthy ecosystems. Topics include Garden for Wildlife, Certified Wildlife Habitats, The Wildlife Native Plants Collection, The National Pollinator Garden Network, and much more. Also discussed is the social aspect of nature and gardening

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01:34:28

The Buzz - Fran and Tom’s Favorites

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2023/01/06

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. We have a old "new" "That's Hot" this week. "This or That" takes a good look at Invasive plant legislation and bee biodiversity. "Take it or Leaf it" focuses on something most nurseries of guilty of doing. Tom and Fran discuss the their favorite Native Plants Healthy Planet Episodes of All-Time and Fran notices an underlying theme. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music

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