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Planthropology

Vikram Baliga, PhD

If you"re on this planet, plants have a HUGE impact on your life. Whether you"re a vegan, a carnivore, or somewhere in between, plants are the basis of the food you eat, the clothes your wear, and the air you breathe. We don"t intend just to teach you plant facts (though we"ll do plenty of that), but to give you some insight into the cool people who work with them. From the soil to the plate to the climate, dive into the anthropology of plants (get it?) and learn a little more about why you should

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58:05

123. Gathered: On Foraging, Feasting, and the...

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2025/09/26

Send us a text Gabrielle Cerberville, known as the Chaotic Forager, returns to discuss her new book "Gathered on Foraging, Feasting, and the Seasonal Life" and shares insights on building relationships with wild spaces beyond mere resource collection. • Moved to Virginia at the base of Shenandoah National Park to pursue a PhD in Composition and Computer Technologies • Uses biodata from fungi and plants to create music as a form of science communication • Created a community-based approach to...

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65:44

122. Green Communities, Urban Conservation, and Just...

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2025/09/04

Send us a text Gary Cocke and Carole Fergusson share their journeys in sustainability and community conservation, revealing how partnerships between universities, cities, and local organizations create meaningful environmental impact in Waco and beyond. • Gary's background in biology and ecology led him to sustainability work, first in water conservation during drought conditions • Carole entered sustainability through nonprofit marketing and event planning, combining her personal passion fo...

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62:27

121. Paleobotany, Museums, and Lessons from Deep Time...

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2025/07/10

Send us a text Journey through millions of years of plant evolution with paleobotanist Dr. Aaron Pan, who unearths fascinating stories locked within fossilized leaves, fruits, and seeds from Earth's distant past. As Executive Director of the Museum of Texas Tech University, Dr. Pan bridges the worlds of scientific research and public education, sharing how ancient plant remains challenge our understanding of modern ecosystems. Prepare to have your assumptions about plant origins completely u...

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68:42

120. Godfather Figs, Coastal Ecology, and Really Old...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text What happens when scientific curiosity meets ancestral connection? Phil DeAngelis, founder of Phil's Figs and coastal geologist, takes us on a journey that weaves together seemingly unrelated passions into a life of purpose and discovery. Phil's story begins in Pennsylvania, where gardening was simply part of life in his Italian-American and German-American household. Following the expected corporate path after college, he worked in marketing for Zipcar while an undercurrent o...

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56:23

119. Plant Hoarding, the Garden Party, and Being an...

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2025/05/22

Send us a text Ever wondered how working with plants could transform your life? Destin Noak, known online as the Texas Garden Guy, discovered gardening's therapeutic power during a period of uncertainty after leaving the Air Force in 2011. What began with his father's simple suggestion to till the backyard evolved into a passionate pursuit that would eventually open doors to a fulfilling career. "It kind of gave me that relaxation, that therapy that I didn't know I needed," Destin explains, ...

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118. The Poetry of Science, Nature Check, and Groups...

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2025/05/09

Send us a text Dr. Cheryl Hosler, creator of Nature Check and The Roving Naturalist, shares her journey from feeling inadequate in science to becoming a postdoctoral researcher and innovative science communicator who uses storytelling and gaming to connect people with ecological concepts. • Cheryl's educational path from English major to scientist, overcoming early discouragement in high school science classes • The limitations of the "deficit model" in science communication and why simply p...

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52:56

117. Chaos Garden Gremlins, Necessary Context, and...

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2025/05/02

Send us a text Sean Patchett, known online as Garden Guy Muskoka, shares his multifaceted experience in horticulture, from landscape work to science communication, emphasizing the critical importance of context in gardening advice. • Context is everything when sharing gardening information – advice must be tailored to location, climate, and specific situations • The internet contains overwhelming amounts of gardening information, requiring critical evaluation and testing • Working in landsca...

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72:22

116. National Parks, Leaving No Trace, and Touching...

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2025/04/10

Send us a text Cassie Yahnian and Danielle LaRock share the captivating journey of their podcast National Park After Dark, celebrating four years of exploring the mysteries, histories, and conservation stories of America's public lands. • Former veterinary technicians who bonded over their shared love of outdoor spaces and morbid curiosity • Transformed casual conversations about national park mysteries into a wildly successful podcast • Use compelling storytelling to convey conservation mes...

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58:33

115. Native Landscapes, Lo-fi Dad Jazz, and the Rungs...

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2025/03/28

Send us a text Roey, a music industry marketing professional and lo-fi producer, uses his "dad jazz" instrumental music to fund native plant installations across Nashville and beyond. • Growing up in a family of avid gardeners and nature enthusiasts instilled a deep appreciation for native plants and natural spaces • Names his songs after native plants and uses all proceeds to purchase seeds from Roundstone, a native plant seed farm in Kentucky • Transformed his yard into a 4,000 square foot...

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57:16

114. Food Communities, Growing Together, and No-bots...

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2025/03/13

Send us a text Dr. Jessica Tullar Caroom returns to the podcast to discuss the evolution of her community food systems work and the importance of building meaningful connections through growing and sharing food. • Growing Together Texas supports gardeners, growers, and cooks as three interconnected parts of a healthy food ecosystem • Creating an online farmers market (LBK Grown) that helps local producers collaborate rather than compete • Offering subscription produce boxes with seasonal veg...

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113. Houseplants, Diabolical Weeds, and Fickle Figs-...

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2025/02/28

Send us a text This episode is a delightful exploration of listener-submitted plant questions, offering insights into plant care, specific plant challenges, and the relationship between environmental conditions and plant health. - Overview of the seasonal Q&A format - Discussion on controlling bindweed and morning glory - Humidity’s nuanced effect on plant health - Benefits of indoor plants on air quality - Recommended houseplants for low-light conditions&nb...

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112. Gardening, Building Community, and BLT Sandwiches

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2025/02/13

Send us a text This episode emphasizes the importance of community, realistic expectations, and small beginnings in gardening. We explore how to nurture connections with neighbors, set achievable goals, and adapt to various living conditions to create a rewarding gardening experience. • Understanding why content creators should be careful with gardening recommendations • Setting realistic expectations about food production at home • The vital role of community in successful ...

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43:10

111. Dragon Fruits, Lichen, and the Most Important...

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2024/08/05

Send us a Text Message.What's up Plant People?? It's been a minute since our last Q&A episode, and I have some good ones for you today! Thanks to @marahw1999, @honukaimi, and Shannon Perry (oz9podcast) for the outstanding questions! Be sure to check out the Lubbock Arts Alliance on Instagram and their other socials to learn more about Delightful Fantasy Flowers and enter for a chance to win some cool swag! Oh, and if you'd like to watch a cool time lapse of a dragon fruit blooming, ...

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110. Habitats, Invasive Species, and Possibly...

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2024/07/12

Send us a Text Message.Get ready to unravel the fascinating world of wildlife biology and plant science as we sit down with Ashley Bray, the insightful host of the Get Out Alive podcast. Have you ever wondered how the dynamics between plants and animals shape our ecosystems? Ashley shares her inspiring journey from childhood animal enthusiast to wildlife biologist, overcoming early academic hurdles and reshaping career expectations. We delve into the essential relationship between plant and a...

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58:42

109. Food as Knowledge, Eating Equitably, and Digital...

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2024/06/06

Send us a Text Message.What's up, Plant People? Join us as we welcome Dr. Sarah Duignan, the host of the AnthroDish podcast and a medical anthropologist, on a remarkable journey navigating food anthropology and community health. From her roots in Ontario, where a deep connection with nature began shaping her career, Sarah takes us through her academic route via Trent University, the University of Manitoba, and McMaster University. Discover how her passion transitioned from the study of ancien...

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108. Redeeming Lettuce, Starving Trolls, and Life as...

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2024/05/16

Send us a Text Message.If you've ever wondered how to enrich your diet without falling prey to restrictive eating, Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, the brain behind the Nutrivore philosophy, joins us to illuminate the path towards optimal nutrition. Through our engaging dialogue, Sarah shares her transformative journey from research scientist to a passionate advocate for nutrition and health communication. We navigate her personal health challenges and how they led to the birth of Nutrivore, a way of li...

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107. Deep Dive- Crisis Communication in Agriculture...

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2024/05/09

Send us a Text Message.What's up, Plant People?? It's our first Deep Dive episode in quite a while. I was super excited to get to talk to my friend, Dr. Erica Irlbeck, again on the show. Erica is a Professor of Ag Communications, the Associate Dean of Outreach and Engagement for the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech, and the author of the Crisis Communication Guide for Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. We talked about everything from good commu...

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78:28

106. Conservation Dogs, Spotted Lanternflies, and...

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2024/04/18

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105. Native Plants, Academic Optimism, and Liquid...

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2024/04/04

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104. Hope Springs Eternal

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2024/03/21

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