Caterpillar Roundup with Jim McCormac
Nature Guys
Bob chats with naturalist Jim McCormac about the exciting world of caterpillars. Jim gives details about Caterpillar Roundup. This Arc of Appalachia free program is offered on August 29th from 12 -4 pm at the Highland Nature Sanctuary.
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Magnolias
Nature Guys
Bob is joined by our very own Plant Guru Greg Torres. Find out why magnolias are one of Greg’s favorite plants. To dive deeper, read How Flowers Made our World by David George Haskell.
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Baltimore Orioles
Nature Guys
Tina and Bob chat about a strikingly beautiful bird. Learn all about when and where you might see this bird. Find out out why some birds are turning red!
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Coyote America with Dan Flores
Nature Guys
Bob talks with Dan Flores the author of Coyote America: A Natural and Supernatural History. The book is a fascinating history of the coyote and why we need to learn to live with this iconic animal. Our source for this episode is the book Coyote America by Dan Flores. Learn more about Dan at the website .
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Roam with Hillary Rosner
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Bob talks with the author of Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World. The book explores the urgent need to rebuild a kinder, more connected world for both wildlife and ourselves Our source for this episode is the book by Hillary Rosner.
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Snowy Owls are Real in Harry Potter
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Tina and Bob learn all about Snowy Owls. If you are a Harry Potter fan you should listen to this episode! Our sources for this episode include:
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Pumpkins
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Greg and Bob delve into the origins of pumpkins. Find out what pumpkins are and how they developed into one of the most popular fruits. Related episode: Our sources for this episode include:
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Night Magic with Leigh Ann Henion
Nature Guys
Bob chats with about her new book Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and other Marvels of the dark. Related Episode: Our sources for this episode include: Night Magic by Leigh Ann Henion
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The Cicadas are Back in 2025
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Gia and Bob are once again excited about the arrival of the 17 year periodic cicadas. In 2025 it is Brood XIV that we welcome back. We hope to inspire you to either love cicadas or maybe just hate them a little less. Bob and Gia share 17 cool things about cicadas. There is nothing to fear when the cicadas are here! Related episodes: , Web sources for this episode include: created by - Cicada Insect News, Facts, Life Cycle, Photos ... Books about cicadas: When the Woods Hum by Joanne Ryder (out of print check your library) Cecily Cicada 2021 Edition By Kita Helmetag...
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Biodiversity and Deep Ecology with John Seed
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Bob talks with John Seed who started working on saving rain forests in Australia in 1979. John explains how he learned about biodiversity and Deep Ecology . To learn more about John Seed check out: - organization founded by John Seed - free PDF - includes subscribing to John's mailing list
info_outlineIn this episode the discussion turns toward the horticulture industry and the impact working with plants has had overtime. Bob, Greg and Sam then turn to examine the branch of Ornamental Horticulture and its culpability in the mass production and distribution of non-native plants around the world. While this trend continues, new options of planting with native plants and the idea of cultivating native plants at home for the sake of conservation are introduced.
Related Episodes:
Lawns, Invasive Plants, Seeds on the Move, Invasive Plants Part 1, Invasive Plants Part 2
For more information, we recommend these resources:
- National Invasive Species Council
- Mt. Cuba Center Trial Garden
- Invasive Plant Species and the Ornamental Horticulture Industry