This Old Tree
Doug StillOld trees are awe inspiring links to the past that fire our imagination. What are their stories? Seasoned arborist and amateur historian Doug Still interviews local experts, historians, and regular folks to celebrate the myths and uncover the real tales. If you're a tree lover, join in to look "beyond the plaque" at heritage trees and the human stories behind them. Monthly.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 32 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Some trees are old — and then there's S’Ozzastru. Nestled near the village of Luras on the island of Sardinia, this ancient olive tree has stood for nearly 4,000 years. Also known as "The Great Patriarch" or "The Patriarch of Nature," the bronze age ... more
Have you seen those breathtaking aerial photos of a solitary ginkgo tree in a courtyard, its leaves creating a perfect golden carpet of fallen leaves? This isn't just any tree—it's a 1,400-year-old living witness to history, standing tall within the ... more
Welcome to the fourth edition of "Tree Story Shorts" on This Old Tree, where guests get to tell their own tree stories! Salacious pepper trees, historic oaks, a tree named after a Marvel character, a beech tree's farewell at a college reunion, big tr... more
Meet Kabirvad, a 500 yr-old, 4 acre banyan tree in the heart of Gujarat, India. The spectacular tree is a national treasure associated with Saint Kabir, a 15th century mystic poet known for his timeless poetry. He challenged institutions, religions a... more
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- Thoughtful, interesting, well-produced
Very high quality production that makes listening a pleasure. Doug is a great host who brings in other experts to liven the history, politics, and culture of special and controversial trees. I especially loved the recent episode about “the tree that owns itself.”
Apple Podcasts5Smokeyllama
United Statesa year ago - Trees and history!
ChatGPT I'm totally in love with this podcast! The quality of sound and production is top-notch, making each episode a joy to listen to. It's like they've found the perfect mix of history and trees, two of my favorite topics, and brought them to life in the most engaging way. It's just awesome how they manage to weave these elements together so seamlessly!
Apple Podcasts5Eugene ZhukauUnited States2 years ago - Perfect Tree Lover’s Podcast
I love trees and love giving tours about them at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, so listening to the history of these old trees is wonderful, engaging and relaxing.
Apple Podcasts5klpnyUnited States2 years ago - A tree guys tree guy.
Just a fellow arborist who is really enjoying your show.
I really appreciated the story of 9/11 from an arborists perspective.
Thank you very much. You are adding more to this world than you know!
Apple Podcasts5DCarl84United States2 years ago - Masterful Podcast!
I just listened to Doug Still’s podcast about the Autograph Tree. I loved it! First of all, Doug has such a warm, inviting voice; second, the topic contains other topics within it, so I learned about Lady Gregory, the “owner” of the tree, her friendship with the great poet, Yeats, and other artists, a bit about Irish history, info about the park, its landscape and trees, and the role of women in that era. And it is all developed and presented in a fascinating way. Any listener to Doug’s podcasts... more
Apple Podcasts5PLE CambridgeUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #166 | United States/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #57 |  Philippines/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #63 |  India/Science/Nature |
Apple Podcasts | #247 |  Japan/Science/Nature |
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Exploring the deep cultural, historical, and ecological significance of old trees, the content features interviews with experts such as historians, botanists, and local enthusiasts. Each episode uncovers engaging narratives that link flora with human history, from ancient myths to contemporary stories about tree conservation. With an emphasis on heritage trees, listeners can expect to find themes of environmentalism, personal connections to nature, and the intricate tales that trees carry, crafted through Doug Still's storytelling skills and sound design.
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1. Dr. Ruihong Di
2. Peter Del Tredici
3. Linda Hess
4. Peter Coles
5. Dr. Stella Butler
6. Mateo Fennell
7. James Komen
8. Pat McAlexander
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