Rephonic
Artwork for Plant Kingdom

Plant Kingdom

Catherine Polcz
Honeybees
Passenger Pigeon
Coral
Pitcher Plants
Insects
Petrified
Dusky Seaside Sparrow
Thylacine
Leaf Microbiome
Great Barrier Reef
Climate Change
Coral Nurture Program
Cultural Entomology
Umwelt
Pet Loss
Extinction Crisis
Sagebrush Steppe
Phyllosphere
Nepenthes
Convergent Evolution

Plant Kingdom is a conversation series about plants, nature and environment featuring scientists, artists, researchers, writers and healers.

We release two conversations each month, and hear from people who have an intimacy with plants and nature. We discuss their work, stories and reflections from the field.

We record in Sydney, Australia on the lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, and... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes20Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NatureScienceNatural Sciences

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Plant Kingdom

Latest Episodes

From her Future Reefs lab at the University Technology Sydney, coral reef expert Dr Emma Camp looks at how science can help restore and future proof Australia’s threatened coral reefs. With a practice founded in conservation and community collaborati... more

Biologist Dr Leonora Bittleston takes us into the mysterious world of the phyllosphere – the micro world upon leaf and plant surfaces. We discuss her research on plant-microbe interactions, looking at case studies of the sage brush steppe ecosystem a... more

Author Barbara Allen discusses her work Lost Animals, Disappearing Worlds (Reaktion Books, 2025). Through her style of writing animal biography, Allen creates space to honour and memorialise extinct animals. We discuss the tragic tales of the passeng... more

Palaeontologist and curator of the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum Dr Emily Bamforth uses fossils to recreate ancient worlds, painting a vivid picture of Alberta’s polar dinosaurs of 65 million years ago. She shares her philosophy of deep time, her ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Art Angle
The Art AngleArtnet News

Recent Guests

Emma Camp
Coral reef expert
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: 20 Emma Camp: Vital reefs
Leonora Bittleston
Researcher focused on plant–microbe interactions and community ecology
Boise State University
Episode: 19 Leonora Bittleston: The world on a leaf
Barbara Allen
Author and Reverend, wrote Lost Animals, Disappearing Worlds
Author / Reverend
Episode: 18 Barbara Allen: Lost Animals, Disappearing Worlds
Dr. Emily Bamforth
Paleontologist and curator
Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum
Episode: 17 Emily Bamforth: Canada's polar dinosaurs
Josh Wodak
Researcher, artist, and academic at Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University
Episode: 16: Josh Wodak: Think like a volcano
Barrett Klein
Entomologist and author of The Insect Epiphany
University of Wisconsin–La Crosse (field researcher)
Episode: 15 Barrett Klein: Insect Epiphany

Host

Catherine Polcz
Host and Producer / Host of Plant Kingdom

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Stella

    Great conversations and interviews about all life earthlings. Would recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stellamoss
    Australia2 years ago
  • A must-listen for ecological interest

    Fascinating guests and topics, well-informed, accessible and thoughtful conversations about a broad range of ecological systems and concerns. Could not recommend more highly!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rwhmtl
    United States2 years ago
  • Treeific Podcast

    Terrific and varied conversations about plants and our relationships with them. Loving it ⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrSalC
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Great conversations and interviews about all life earthlings. Would recommend it!
Terrific and varied conversations about plants and our relationships with them. Loving it
Fascinating guests and topics, well-informed, accessible and thoughtful conversations about a broad range of ecological systems and concerns. Could not recommend more highly!!

Chart Rankings

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

16: Josh Wodak: Think like a volcano
Q: Josh, can you tell us about Petrified?
Petrified is a storytelling approach in three acts that intertwines science, philosophy, and psychology to explore life on Earth through upheaval, emphasizing a humane, non-dystopian method of understanding loss and potential futures.
15 Barrett Klein: Insect Epiphany
Q: What inspired you to write The Insect Epiphany and explore insects as essential partners in human culture?
The aim was to show insects as allies beyond their roles as pests or resources, highlighting their diverse contributions—from products like silk and wax to biomimicry and cultural influence across history.
15 Barrett Klein: Insect Epiphany
Q: Can you tell us about honeybee evolution and how long bees have been on Earth?
Bees coevolved with flowering plants around 60 million years ago, with social honeybees like Apis mellifera developing sophisticated division of labor and communication systems such as the waggle dance.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Plant Kingdom

What is Plant Kingdom about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Plant Kingdom delivers two in-depth conversations each month, centering on plants, nature, and environmental topics through the lens of scientists, researchers, artists, and healers. Episodes often explore plant biology, ecology, conservation, and the human relationship with the natural world, with a penchant for practical implications and storytelling that bridges science and culture. Notable strengths include a diverse guest lineup from coral reef science to plant microbiomes and insect culture, plus an emphasis on ethical reflection, memorial practices, and public engagement. These conversations are likely to appeal to listeners who want accessible, thoughtful science content with real-world relevance and a strong sense of place in Austr... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Plant Kingdom?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Plant Kingdom. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Plant Kingdom and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Plant Kingdom get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Plant Kingdom, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Plant Kingdom?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Plant Kingdom, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Plant Kingdom have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Plant Kingdom has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Plant Kingdom?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Plant Kingdom:

1. The Art Angle

How many episodes of Plant Kingdom are there?

Plant Kingdom launched 2 years ago and published 20 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Plant Kingdom?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Plant Kingdom?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Plant Kingdom from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Plant Kingdom?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Plant Kingdom. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Plant Kingdom?

Recent guests on Plant Kingdom include:

1. Emma Camp
2. Leonora Bittleston
3. Barbara Allen
4. Dr. Emily Bamforth
5. Josh Wodak
6. Barrett Klein

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days