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The biggest black market you’ve never heard of is blooming right under your nose. Whether it’s a 4,000-pound cactus shoveled from the Arizona desert or delicate orchids pinched from the tangled jungle of Peru, rare plants are at the center of a rapidly growing and lucrative world of crime. Hosted by plant expert Summer Rayne Oakes, Bad Seeds plunges straight into it, featuring the buyers, the sell... more

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Hey! This is Summer Rayne Oakes, host of Bad Seeds. Our season is wrapped, but if you want even more plant content, I wanted to recommend another podcast that I love. 

Growing Joy with Plants explores the plant person connection, and teaches you ho... more

8 Jun 20232 min

In Bad Seeds, we’ve explored the crimes of obsessed hobbyists, of organized criminals, and even corrupt governments. But what about the elephant in the room? What about when the places entrusted to conserve flora are committing the crimes? And what a... more

31 May 202340 min

Zambia is home to a rare and coveted rosewood called mukula, but the country has been losing its treeline for years. The Zambian government put regulations and penalties in place to stop the illegal logging of this vital resource, but still, the defo... more

24 May 202330 min

Gibson is a favorite guitar brand for the stars. But in 2009, federal agents stormed one of its warehouses, looking for illegal goods. And what ensued was a years-long debate of government overreach versus environmental exploitation. 

See omnystudio... more

17 May 202331 min

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 410 ratings
  • Well produced, engaging and informative.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    kokella
    3 months ago
  • Mesmerizing and Compelling

    I am binging this podcast. So sad to see the last episode was recorded almost a year ago. I hope this podcast hasn’t gone the way of many of its flora subjects. Thank you SRO for bringing this important subject to light.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CarCar520
    United States6 months ago
  • Can’t stop listening!

    This is an amazing podcast. You get the best of both worlds on plants and crime. What a combo?! I binge listened to all Episodes. It is educational and raises awareness. I can’t wait for more! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    omg 2018
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent podcast!

    A great podcast! Thank you for increasing awareness of these important issues. I hope you do another season!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandy_q123
    Australiaa year ago
  • Important topic!

    I love this podcast! It’s like Dateline for plant fanatics. The biological, ecological and cultural exploitation examined in this podcast shines a light on the unmitigated greed of humans. Thanks Summer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yorkish
    United Statesa year ago

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