
Plants are everything. They are also incredibly interesting. From the smallest duckweed to the tallest redwood, the botanical world is full of wonder. Tune in for a podcast celebrating everything botany.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 601 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Natural SciencesNatureScience | |||

How do individual trees acclimate to changes in their environment over time? This can be a tricky question to answer, especially in remote parts of the Amazon. Luckily, with a bit of creativity and some interesting applications of technology, people ... more
Wouldn't it be cool to explore a Carboniferous forest on foot? Alas, until we invent time travel technology, we can't do that in person. However, my guest today is working on making it a real possibility digitally! Joining us is Paleontologist and co... more
What happens when you disrupts plants? You disrupt ecosystems! Paleobotany provides us with multiple case studies on how change plant communities affects all walks of life and can lead to mass extinctions across the globe. Joining us to talk about th... more
What do the white fringeless orchid (Platanthera integrilabia) and the red-cockaded woodpecker (Leuconotopicus borealis) have in common? Habitat preferences! This is becoming increasingly apparent on the Cumberland Plateau of southern Tennessee. Natu... more
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I'm deep into plants, so I love this podcast! I must say, that often I can barely hear the guests when listening to them in my car.
I listen to ‘In Defense of Plants Podcast’ on and off. As with any long-running podcast, some are better than others. Yesterday, I listened to one of the best of any genre that I have listened to in a while. That was the interview with Dr. Ana Bedoya, researcher active in the Colombian Andes. The subject was fascinating, Ms. Bedoya presents very will - not too technical, but technical enough. My only complaint at all, and it is minor - Matt and others, please attempt proper (Latin) pronunciation... more
The main reason I wrote this review is to address how Matt, the host, handles his introductions. He starts every interview by asking the guest “Tell us who you are and what you do”. Ok fine, that’s a proper way to start an interview, by explaining to the audience who the guest is. What bothers me is that the host isn’t doing the introduction himself. These are scientists and professionals in their field he’s interviewing, people who deserve respect. I’m not saying he is being disrespectful, but ... more
Please don’t change your style as in tone of voice, or calm way you question and allow the stream of consciousness. Love the discussions. The guest is always able to present lots of information and then Matt summarizes and guides the discussion with questions to pull out more specifics or to begin to discuss another part of study or research. I didn’t find merch.
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This show consistently explores plant science, ecology, and conservation through expert interviews and field-based perspectives. Episodes span topics from habitat protection and restoration to plant–fungal interactions, genetic diversity in trees, and watershed ecology, often blending research with practical conservation and policy implications. A standout pattern is the cross-disciplinary approach, drawing on ecology, forestry, botany, and environmental law to illuminate how plants shape ecosystems and human well-being, with a strong emphasis on real-world applications and community involvement. Listeners can expect rigorous yet accessible discussions led by a knowledgeable host who foregrounds the science while showcasing diverse research... more
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