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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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01:31:18

The Buzz - Out of Proportion

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/07/25

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. The burning question is are there more voices??? Listen to find out. Tom and Fran go to Cultivate “That’s Hot” brings The Chop! “This or That” gives Muskrat Love in a tiny forest, while “Take it of Leaf it” has unlimited growth potential. Can we talk ferns? Did we give you a shoutout this week? Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant Read Fran’s Article /

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01:34:35

Crossings with Ben Goldfarb

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/07/18

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Ben Goldfarb (Author of Crossings, Eager) to talk about road ecology. Topics include the history of road ecology, how our highway systems impact wildlife, how have wildlife crossings improves, what type of wildlife is impacted most, and of course, favorite native plants. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.Follow Ben Goldfarb Here. Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet

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01:30:22

The Buzz - Do More Better

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/07/11

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Find out what it is like to record the same episode twice. Tom wins a prestigious award!!! “That’s Hot” discusses dye and drugs. “This or That” discusses evolution and ethnobotany, while “Take it of Leaf it” talks about the housing situation. Let me stand next to your fire! Did we give you a shoutout this week? Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant Read Fran’s

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01:32:30

Bad Naturalist with Paula Whyman

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/07/04

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Paula Whyman (Author of Bad Naturalist) to talk about creating change and finding ecological peace. Topics include collecting professional advice, figuring out the best place to start a project, understanding the historical context of your ecological restoration, and of course, favorite native plants. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.Follow Paula Whyman Here. Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow

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01:23:03

The Buzz - Don't Mess with the Zohran

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/06/27

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. We have a little Reddit Follow Up this week. “That’s Hot” discusses spines and spikes, “This or That” debates lists and sizes, and “Take it of Leaf it” is a rare treat. Did we give you a shoutout this week? Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant Read Fran’s Article / Read Tom’s Article Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189 Have a comment?

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01:33:26

Making Real Change with Edwina von Gal

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/06/20

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Edwina von Gal (Founder at Edwina von Gal + Co. and Founder at Perfect Earth Project) to talk about making real ecological change in our gardens. Topics include global ground rules, changes in the landscape design world, embracing being an expert, the creation of the Perfect Earth Project, and of course, favorite native plants. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.Follow Edwina von Gal Here. Follow Perfect Earth Project

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01:12:39

The Buzz - Planting on Common Ground

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/06/13

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Our Facebook Group has the BEST content! “That’s Hot” discusses yellow and blue. “This or That” takes a look under the ground as well as the health of our forests. Don't you dare call “Take it of Leaf it” lazy. Did we give you a shoutout this week? Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant Read Fran’s Article / Read Tom’s Article Have a question or a comment?

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01:29:10

Meet Meadow Lab

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/06/06

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Claire Chambers of Meadow Lab and Sam Monaghan of Wildflower Turf UK to talk about an exciting new product that is making its way to the United States. Topics include the concept of wildflower sod, the benefits of wildflower sod compared to traditional restorations that are done by seeding, the journey of perfecting wildflower sod as well as the journeys of both Claire and Sam, and the process of bringing this technology to the US. Music by Egocentric

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01:27:52

The Buzz - The Perfect Balance

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/05/30

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Let's talk about our Facebook Group! “That’s Hot” highlights two plants we have never seen in the wild...that we know of. “This or That” is good over here but not over there. "Take it of Leaf it" gets called some bad names. Did we give you a shoutout this week? Listen to the end of the episode for a secret. Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s

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01:18:35

Moving Art with Louie Schwartzberg

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/05/23

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with award winning director and cinematographer Louie Schwartzberg (Fantastic Fungi, Wings of Life, Moving Art) to talk about finding a connection with nature. Topics include being thankful for the little things, the art of storytelling, rooting for the underdog, and the healing properties of nature. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.Follow Moving Art Here. Follow Fantastic Fungi Here. Have a question or a comment? Call (215)

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01:26:46

The Buzz - Personal Evolutions

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/05/16

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. “That’s Hot” highlights some favorites that we don't give enough love to. “This or That” dives deep into some heavy topics. "Tom's Petty" rises up to defend our friends. Fran and Tom zoom out and see a larger picture. Did we give you a shoutout this week? Listen to the end of the episode for a secret. Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s

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01:12:38

Ecological Ethics with Kelly Norris

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/05/09

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Kelly Norris (Author and Founder/Curator of The Public Horticulture Company, to talk about ecological ethics. Topics include the ecological gardening movement, inspirations for his books New Naturalism and Your Natural Garden, Kelly's favorite gardening trends, and finding your love for native plants. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.Follow Kelly Norris Here. Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow

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01:22:30

The Buzz - Keeping it Tight

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/05/02

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There is fire abound! “That’s Hot” highlights what was found in a cemetery and a hunting field. “This or That” focuses on what is not there and what could be there. “Take it of Leaf it” might not contribute. A listener shares a great website resource. Did we give you a shoutout this week? Listen to the end of the episode for a secret. Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s

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01:11:14

Restoring Environmental Function with Patrick Cullina

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/04/25

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Patrick Cullina (Owner, Patrick Cullina Horticultural Design and Consulting) to talk about ecological gardening in public spaces. Topics include finding horticulture as a career, incorporating function and systems in urban and public spaces, the beginnings of the High Line in NYC, and Pat's favorite underused native tree. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.Follow Pat Cullina Here. Have a question or a comment? Call (215)

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01:27:35

The Buzz - Finding the Sweet Spot

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/04/18

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Why are Tom and Fran NOT in the same room? “That’s Hot” recalls a harmless prank. “This or That” builds roadways to new worlds. “Take it of Leaf it” has a funny take. Did we give you a shoutout this week? Listen to the end of the episode for a secret. Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant Read Fran’s Article / Read Tom’s Article Check out Snarky Sparrow

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01:32:07

Meet Arlington National Cemetery with Kelly Wilson...

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/04/11

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Kelly Wilson (Horticulturalist) and Greg Huse (Urban Forester) of Arlington National Cemetery to discuss the heritage of horticulture at the cemetery. Topics include honoring those who gave their lives for this country through horticulture, the challenges of maintaining excellence, implementing ecological strategies into current and future projects, Medal of Honor Memorial Trees, and Spring Horticultural Tours of the grounds. Music by Egocentric

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01:29:19

The Buzz - How Does Your Funding Grow?

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/04/04

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. “That’s Hot” picks a page. “This or That” is a little more uplifting this week. “Take it of Leaf it” leads to a very interesting discussion about university funding. Did we give you a shoutout this week? Listen to the end of the episode for a secret. Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant Read Fran’s Article / Read Tom’s Article Have a question or a comment?

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01:41:56

Knowledge is Power with Dr. Jared Barnes

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/03/28

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Dr. Jared Barnes (Associate Professor of Horticulture at Stephen F. Austin State University) to talk about inspiring people to garden. Topics include the power of knowledge and education, the rise of ecological gardening, current gardening trends, and Jared's journey into horticulture. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.Follow Dr. Jared Barnes Here. Follow Seed Your Future Here. Have a question or a comment? Call (215)

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01:26:09

The Buzz - No Clues Given

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/03/21

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. “That’s Hot” picks an edible and a botanical. “This or That” has Tom and Fran realizing how much they do not know. “Take it of Leaf it” puts a round object in a square hole.. Did we give you a shoutout this week? There are secrets galore this episode as well as some pettiness! Listen to the end of the episode for a secret. Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s

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01:37:59

Native Plants Connections with Ken Parker

Native Plants, Healthy Planet ·

2025/03/14

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Ken Parker (Owner – Native Plant Guy Consulting) to talk about human interaction with native plants. Topics include reconnecting Indigenous Tribes with traditional foods and healthier eating, interesting medicinal uses for native plants, and inspirations in ecology. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.Follow Ken Parker Here. Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet

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