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Discovering Forestry

Discovering Forestry
Urban Forestry
Arboriculture
Plant Health Care
Wine Barrels
Heat Stress In Trees
Drought Management
TCI Expo
Atmos Tree
Plant Healthcare
Climate Change
Emerald Ash Borer
Irrigation Management
Electrical Hazard Awareness Program
Artificial Intelligence
TCIA Expo
Oak Trees
Wine
Mental Health
Tree Care
Tree Pathology

The industry’s only podcast focused on all things tree and landscape. Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy combine over 60 years of industry knowledge and experience and will discuss some of the trends, concerns, and opportunities in the fields of forestry and arboriculture.

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Korey and Joe sit down to answer your questions! The guys dig into our listener mailbag for this episode as they discuss the topics submitted by you and fellow listeners. This episode’s mailbag focuses on questions related to invasive insects that ha... more

Korey and Joe sit down with Jason Boyd, Owner & Architectural Technologist of Class 5 Design and Co-Owner of Arborist Growth Partners. Jason and the guys have a discussion on how timber frame homes. Jason shares some insight to the progress of buildi... more

Korey and Joe sit down with Henrik Sjöman, Senior researcher at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences & Scientific Curator at Gothenburg Botanical Garden. Henrik and the guys talk about the need for more communication and collaboration betw... more

Korey and Joe sit down with Michael Palmer, the Executive Director and Founder of Tree Line Associates. Michael shares an inside perspective of how to manage an association and everything that goes into running one. The guys and Michael also discuss ... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Boyd
Owner of Class 5 Design, timber frame architectural designer
Class 5 Design
Episode: Episode 226 - Canadian Timber Frames with Jason Boyd
Henrik Sjöman
A biologist and horticulturalist with expertise in urban trees and ecosystems
Episode: Episode 225 - Urban Trees in Ecosystems with Intentions, with Henrik Sjöman from Sweden
Greg Carbone
VP Commercial Accounts for Bartlett Tree Experts with extensive experience in tree care and business development.
Bartlett Tree Experts
Episode: Episode 222 - Tree Business Exit Strategies (Part 1) with Greg Carbone of Bartlett Tree Experts
James Card
Author and chainsaw enthusiast
Wisconsin Historical Society Press
Episode: Episode 220 - Chainsaw Love, An Official Book Review with Author James Card
Don Blair
A notable figure and mentor in arboriculture, son of Millard F. Blair, a pioneer of the profession.
Episode: Episode 219 - Legends of Arboriculture with Don Blair
Henry Kuppen
Tree ambassador and active tree consultant
Episode: Episode 218 - Understanding Trees with Henry Kuppen, Tree Ambassador
Bill Cook
Veteran forester and biologist with over 40 years of experience in traditional forestry management.
Episode: Episode 217 - Traditional Forestry Management with Bill Cook
Mark Mann
Founder and master arborist at Tree Mann Solutions
Tree Mann Solutions, LLC
Episode: Episode 216 - Preserving Trees and Money with Mark Mann of Tree Mann Solutions, LLC
Jessica Rahn
Executive Director of the Grand County Wildfire Council
Grand County Wildfire Council
Episode: Episode 215 - Reducing Wildfire Risk with Jessica Rahn of Grand County Wildfire Council

Hosts

Korey Lofy
Host of Discovering Forestry
Joe Aiken
Co-host of Discovering Forestry Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • Not my cup of tea. I listened to the first Ten episodes. If you are wanting a podcast about traditional forestry this is not the show for you. If you are into arboriculture this will be right up your alley. They should really change the name of the podcast.

    Audible
    2
    Tyler Ballard
    United States5 years ago
  • Urban Forestry

    Not my cup of tea. I listened to the first Ten episodes. If you are wanting a podcast about traditional forestry this is not the show for you. If you are into arboriculture this will be right up your alley. They should really change the name of the podcast.

    Audible
    2
    Tyler Ballard
    United States5 years ago
  • Thank you for the fun facts

    My name is Jake Van Yahres and I’m the co-owner of Van Yahres Tree Company in Virginia. We do a Fun Fact Friday for the company every week and on multiple occasions I’ll use one from you all. Thank you for that and the great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jake VY
    United States5 years ago
  • Fresh view in forestry!

    The fresh perspective these guys bring to the industry along with their guests is exciting, interesting, and inspiring! Great job Joe and Korey!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJBC Photography
    United States5 years ago
  • Arborjet Joe Rocks!!!

    Just wanted to say that I am so proud to call Arborjet Joe my dad!! Just listened to your first podcast and couldn’t wipe the smile off my face. You guys talking about getting interested in to your field, made me think back to my 6th grade leaf project I got to do with my dad, and he was my hero, all the other kids in my class were jealous of the final project!! We found so many trees, my dad even got me a ginkgo leaf!!! Now looking back, I even did my senior thesis on the emerald ash bore. Even... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aaiken20
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience notes strong mentorship and real-world experience in arboriculture.
Guests are varied yet deeply knowledgeable about tree care and urban forestry.
The show delivers practical insights with a fresh forestry perspective.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#104
United States/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#190
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#125
Australia/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#47
Israel/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#93
Netherlands/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#101
South Korea/Science/Nature

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 225 - Urban Trees in Ecosystems with Intentions, with Henrik Sjöman from Sweden
Q: Is climate change better understood or adopted or accepted in maybe some parts of Europe?
Henrik explains that climate change is widely accepted in Sweden, evidenced by the increased growing season for trees. He highlights that some trees are thriving under these changes while others are not, pointing to a need for adaptation in tree management.
Episode 225 - Urban Trees in Ecosystems with Intentions, with Henrik Sjöman from Sweden
Q: Henrik, tell us a little bit, who are you and how did you get to where you are in your career?
Henrik shares his journey from a child interested in fishing to working at a nursery, developing a passion for plants. He emphasizes the importance of creating confidence in customers for plant selection and understanding the language of plants.
Episode 223 - Tree Business Exit Strategies (Part 2) with Jason Jones of SavATree
Q: How does somebody, a business owner, a manager, a stakeholder, how do they value their business?
Valuing a business depends on its income, potential growth, and the owner's personal goals; it's crucial to assess what one needs from the business for it to be financially viable during transitions.
Episode 222 - Tree Business Exit Strategies (Part 1) with Greg Carbone of Bartlett Tree Experts
Q: Would it be correct to assume that a company that has an extensive client list of renewable services will be valued higher than one generating revenue on just storm work?
Absolutely, companies with repeatable, renewable services tend to be valued higher in the industry.
Episode 222 - Tree Business Exit Strategies (Part 1) with Greg Carbone of Bartlett Tree Experts
Q: How can people value or put a value dollar-wise on their business?
Business owners need to find someone they trust, engage in transparent conversations, and understand that evaluations will differ based on various factors.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Discovering Forestry

What is Discovering Forestry about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on forestry, arboriculture, and urban tree care, with hosts Korey Lofy and Joe Aiken guiding conversations that span urban forestry, wildfire risk reduction, tree preservation, and business considerations in the tree industry. Episodes frequently feature practitioners, researchers, and practitioners sharing practical insights on tree selection for urban ecosystems, urban wood utilization, and the evolving role of trees in climate resilience and public safety. A standout is the mix of technical forestry topics with accessible storytelling—guests range from veteran foresters and arborists to authors and nonprofit leaders—creating a breadth that appeals to practitioners, municipal decision-makers, and industry allies seeking a... more

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Recent guests on Discovering Forestry include:

1. Jason Boyd
2. Henrik Sjöman
3. Greg Carbone
4. James Card
5. Don Blair
6. Henry Kuppen
7. Bill Cook
8. Mark Mann

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