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Leaf it to Us

Leaf it to Us
Brassica
Paleobotany
Fruits
Toxic Plants
Gymnosperms
Cabbage
Broccoli
Ripening Process
Plant Communication
Chemical Defenses
Plant Toxicity
Cauliflower
Kale
Cultivation
Sex-Changing Plants
Plant Reproductive Strategies
Houseplants
Housepets
Pinecones
Kimchi

Hosts Nora and Aly explore the fascinating science of plants and the ways they intersect with our daily lives.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes13Founded5 months ago
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Scientists organize the history of the Earth based on the experiences of animals. But what if the Geologic Time Scale was plant-centric? This episode, Aly presents Nora with her take on a time scale based on the evolution and extinction of plants thr... more

Plants require sunlight to survive, but when night falls and the daytime-dwellers disappear, many varieties of flower come alive. This episode, Nora and Aly explore the allure of “moon gardens” and the adaptations that allow beautiful and aromatic fl... more

Some plants get big – like, several acres big – like, an entire forest big – like, the largest living things on the planet big. This episode, Nora and Aly address some of the most sprawling plants on Earth and explore the plant super-powers that allo... more

We all learned that roots are the below-ground part of a plant. Well, it turns out there are exceptions … a lot of them. This episode, Nora asks Aly to explain the many and varied reasons why a plant might wave its roots in the air like it just don’t... more

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Hosts

Nora Sperling
Host and communications professional with a background in education and food security.
Dr. Aly Baumgartner
Co-host and paleobotanist, collections manager of vascular plants at the University of Michigan Herbarium.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Great show

    Love you guys - keep being great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dale J14
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great info

    Great, well explained information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JenBot3G
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Promising start to a deep subject.

    Worth listening to so far. The forced humour is a bit annoying though. I am looking forward to something covering the APG system and how it has changed what we thought knew about plant phylogeny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VinnieOC
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Love the show

    I’ve listened to Aly on Common Descent for years and I’m thrilled to have more of her wisdom!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noinix
    Canada5 months ago
  • So Far So Good

    Been excited for this show for some time now and it’s certainly lived up to the hype.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ramen_Noodles1
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the well-explained information and find the discussions engaging and insightful.
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Episode 8 - What Makes Fruit Ripe?
Q: Is the transition away from green during the ripening process related to photosynthesizing?
Yes, a green fruit can still photosynthesize, but as it ripens, it becomes more visible to animals that eat it to help with seed dispersal.
Episode 8 - What Makes Fruit Ripe?
Q: How do fruits ripen?
Fruits ripen through chemical changes that make them sweeter and softer, often becoming less green and more appealing to animals for seed dispersal.
Before We Leaf, Episode 1
Q: What made this particular topic feel like the right choice for Episode 1?
We felt that the topic of Sex Changing Trees is so wild and exciting that it was a great choice to start with a bang, aligning well with our goal of sharing interesting plant knowledge.
Episode 1 - Sex-Changing Plants
Q: How common is it for plants to change sex?
Pretty much any dioecious plant is capable of changing sex due to environmental factors or stress.
Episode 1 - Sex-Changing Plants
Q: What determines plant sex?
Plant sex can be influenced by various factors including environmental stress and light conditions.

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A unique exploration of the fascinating science of plants and their intersection with everyday life provides an engaging listening experience. Notably, the discussions span a diverse range of plant-related topics including the biological processes of fruit ripening, the ecological significance of plant communication, and even the culinary aspects of prehistoric vegetation. The hosts employ a balance of humor and scholarly insight, which likely makes the content both entertaining and educational, appealing to listeners who are curious about botany and environmental science. With topics that challenge misconceptions and delve into the practical implications of plant science, this series will likely resonate with those wanting to deepen their ... more

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