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Native Plants, Healthy Planet

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Native Plants
Biodiversity
Invasive Species
Ecological Restoration
Conservation
Climate Change
Ecology
Pollinators
Community Engagement
Horticulture
Environmental Education
Gardening
Environmental Conservation
Ecosystem Restoration
Community Gardening
Ecological Gardening
Landscape Architecture
Wildlife Conservation
Atlantic White Cedar
New Jersey

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick interview some of the top minds in ecology, restoration, conservation, and of course, native plants. Join them on their journey towards knowledge and understanding of some of the larger problems that our ecosystems face.

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick share one of their favorite episodes from the Native Plants Healthy Planet Archives.  In this episode, Tom and Fran talk with Owen Wormser (Author of Lawns into Meadows) of Abound Design. They discuss Owen's unique ... more

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz.  “That’s Hot” spills the tea and even adds honey.  “This or That” speaks to preservation and understanding. “Listener Shoutouts” gets hype and “This or That” takes an u... more

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Kyle Wendtland (Wyoming Energy Authority Director of Fossil Fuel Development) to discuss reclamation work in the state of Wyoming. Topics include the biggest threats to Wyoming's ecosystems, the challen... more

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz.  “That’s Hot” highlights some backyard favorites.  “This or That” speaks to Darwin and Gauwane. “Listener Shoutouts” gives gratitude and respect and "This or That" make... more

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Kyle Wendtland
Deputy Director, Wyoming Energy Authority
Wyoming Energy Authority
Episode: Leaving the Land Better Than We Found it with Kyle Wendtland
Patrick Nemes
Caller proposing pollinator habitats on public property
Hamilton Township project
Episode: The Buzz - Growing Together
Andrew Moore
Author, Beasts of the East
Author, Beasts of the East; writer on ecology and restoration
Episode: The Beasts from the East with Andrew Moore
Sarah McAnulty
Biologist and executive director of Skype a Scientist
Skype a Scientist
Episode: Skype a Scientist with Sarah McAnulty
Captain Al Modjeski
Habitat Restoration Program Director
American Littoral Society
Episode: Remembering Captain Al Modjeski
Charlotte Lorick
Head of Biodiversity Conservation at Oak Spring Garden Foundation
Oak Spring Garden Foundation
Episode: Land Stewardship Planning with Charlotte Lorick
Douglas Tallamy
Author and ecologist, professor emeritus at University of Delaware
University of Delaware
Episode: Collaboration in Ecology with Douglas Tallamy, Michael Curran, and Timothy Robinson
Michael Curran
Former student of Tallamy, educator and researcher in restoration ecology
University of Delaware (past) / independent researcher
Episode: Collaboration in Ecology with Douglas Tallamy, Michael Curran, and Timothy Robinson
Tim Robinson
Professor of statistics, researcher
University of Wyoming / University of Washington / University of San Diego School of Medicine
Episode: Collaboration in Ecology with Douglas Tallamy, Michael Curran, and Timothy Robinson

Hosts

Fran Chismar
Host of Native Plants, Healthy Planet with a focus on native plants and habitat restoration
Tom Knezick
Co-host focusing on ecological topics and native-plant education

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 536 ratings
  • Plant Dudes Rock

    This is the only podcast I listen to that is mostly two dudes getting hype about something and I love it. Great guests, cool topics. My garden has definitely been improved by listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NorreyBorrey
    United States19 days ago
  • Recently subscribed, then unsubscribed

    Subscribed after listening to an author interview, then unsubscribed after a recent pod where hosts bumbled through a defense of using AI, citing stock market and how it’s actually… combatting climate change? This lukewarm, defeatist take is not what I need from an environmental podcast, these guys obviously don’t know what they’re talking about when it comes to AI or data centers, they’re clearly tech-pilled and it’s sad to see. Just admit you’re wrong on AI and put your energy back into the wo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DrRichardKimbleMD
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the Podcast!

    This is one that is a must catch every week for me. I love listening while I’m pulling weeds in my own native garden. Or doing the dishes. Or walking the dogs. It’s just a good listen! Tom and Fran are super relatable and funny, I always enjoy the banter! I learn new things from the pod often, and I love their attitude that there is always something new for them to learn too. The guests are always interesting and inspiring, but my favorite are the Buzz episodes! Thanks to you both, all the way f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amanda_Bird
    United States3 months ago
  • Love podcast, but please adjust volume

    Your podcast is wonderful! I do have a suggestion: please balance the sound volume between. The hosts and the guests. The sound volume of the typical guest is low, and the hosts are very loud. I turn up the volume to hear the guest, then J get blasted when a host talks. Any way to make the levels equal?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TK1234()
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun friendly podcast for nature lovers

    I look forward to this podcast every week and feel as if Tom and Fran are my friends, gentle guiding me on my native plant journey, introducing me to authors, ecologists, gardeners, scientists and so many organizations. I love the buzz format and the friendly banter. They make complex issues fun and approachable. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YBgardens
    United States4 months ago

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The show is engaging, informative, and has a friendly, community vibe that keeps people coming back.
Some listeners note audio balance issues but still rate the podcast highly for content and host chemistry.
Guests are consistently interesting and the content stays focused on native plants and restoration.
Listeners praise relatable hosts and practical plant-talk that makes ecology approachable.

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#23
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Apple Podcasts
#186
United States/Science
Apple Podcasts
#44
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#208
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Apple Podcasts
#223
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#181
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Leaving the Land Better Than We Found it with Kyle Wendtland
Q: What has been your experience scaling sagebrush restoration, and what makes Wyoming's approach successful?
He describes the high-volume sagebrush seeding challenges, the need for very specific plant material and timing, and the role of flexible regulations that adapt to year-to-year climatic variation, along with the collaborative culture that accelerates knowledge transfer and innovation.
Leaving the Land Better Than We Found it with Kyle Wendtland
Q: Where does your path for environmentalism start, and how did it lead you to your current focus?
Kyle shares that his foundation began in mechanical engineering, shifted toward agriculture and range management, and gradually moved into reclamation work and policy, tying technical roots to practical applications in the field and later regulatory and policy roles.
The Beasts from the East with Andrew Moore
Q: How long did it take you to write this book and what were the main research demands?
Andrew Moore explains it took about seven years of earnest work, with the project tracing back roughly a decade. He began serious reporting on elk reintroduction in 2016 and continued through an intensive, multi-year research process to craft the book.
Skype a Scientist with Sarah McAnulty
Q: What is your favorite Native Plant and why?
She picks New York ironweed for its late-season bloom and vibrant purple color, highlighting its suitability for disturbed or poor soils and its hardiness, which reflects the broader theme of resilient urban biodiversity.
Skype a Scientist with Sarah McAnulty
Q: Take me through what made you want to follow that path into squid biology.
Sarah explains her early fascination with marine life, the marine biology path she pursued at Boston University, and how a childhood interest evolved into a PhD working with bobtail squid. She also shares the moment she realized that a career in science could be translated into impact via outreach work.

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What is Native Plants, Healthy Planet about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two knowledgeable hosts explore ecology, restoration, and native plants with a steady stream of scientists, educators, and practitioners. Episodes blend practical horticulture with big-picture environmental issues, seasonally featuring guests who share on-the-ground expertise in conservation, carbon dynamics, watershed health, and policy implications. The format often includes approachable storytelling, field-tested tips for home and professional landscapes, and community-driven perspectives that make complex ecological topics accessible for gardeners, landscapers, and conservation-minded listeners. Noteworthy is the show's recurring focus on native flora as a foundation for resilient ecosystems, plus engaging segments that mix practical ad... more

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2. Patrick Nemes
3. Andrew Moore
4. Sarah McAnulty
5. Captain Al Modjeski
6. Charlotte Lorick
7. Douglas Tallamy
8. Michael Curran

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