Podcasts about botanic gardens

Durango Transit offers free public transportation all summer,, celebrate Durango's western heritage with the True Western Roundup rodeos every Wednesday,, and don't miss Gardens on Tour at the end of the month. By Sadie Smith.  Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/durango-transit-offers-free-rides-all-summer  This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and Tafoya Barrett & Associates. Support the show

The next few months we'll be “in the dark” so to speak – the shortest days of the year puts us in front of the Low Emissions Burner, keeping warm while reading gardening magazines. What kinds of plants give us colour at this time? Go and visit your local Botanic Garden and take a note book with you – I often look at the stuff that Julie plants at our place. Tree Dahlia are huge plants that can grow up to 4 or 5 meters tall. They are true Dahlias, just a bit taller than your ordinary varieties. Their contrast with blue autumn and winter skies is remarkable. Easy to grow and easy to prune after flowering. They simply grow another lot of branches next autumn! Nerines are currently spectacular. Bright pink flowers delivered by a bulbous plant. Seeing we're in rather frost-free part of the Port Hills, they keep on flowering. They belong to the Amaryllidaceae (bulbs) and don't care about soil quality as long as it isn't too wet. Easy to transplant. Salvia leucantha (Mexican Bush Sage). Works well in full sun with well-drained soil and flowers up to a meter high even at this time of the year, visited by hordes of pollinators – especially Bumblebee Queens. Smoke Bush (Cotinus species) is an oldy but a goody. Many different varieties and colours, especially in the purple range (Royal Purple, “Grace” etc) but also in lime green or red. Flowers look like smoky patches, but right now smoke bush is a variable painting of artistic colours. Liquidambar leaves light up the lawn. Those autumn leaves can come in a wide variety of colours, creating patches of oranges, yellows, and purple. Leave them where they are! Birds will attempt to find food under those leaves (worms and hibernating insects) and when those leaves have slowly decayed, you can put them in the compost bin: free Nitrogen. We have a Eucalyptus tree that flowers profusely right now. No idea what species it is but the Tui and Bellbird, silver eye and bumblebees, winter moths and nectivorous flies, as well as huge Gum Emperor moths (in summer) love this tree for all its gorgeousness. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sunday 25 May, we had a Botanic Gardens Week special where John Arnott - Horticulturist, was joined by Clare Hart - Manager, Horticulture, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne; Tex Moon - Ranger Team Leader, Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens, Parks Victoria; and Virginia Heywood - Guide, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne. We also had other botanical guests calling in from around the country.Text your gardening questions to 0488 809 855, or call 9419 0155 while we're on the air.Tune in 7:30 - 9:15am Sundays on 855 on the AM dial, 3CR Digital or stream at 3cr.org.au

We've probably all had the chance to take a wander through botanic gardens, but how much thought do we give to just how important they are. This week is Botanic Gardens Week and this year the message is that 'botanic gardens are the zoos for plants'. Emma Simpkins from Auckland Botanic Gardens spoke to Jesse.

Italian street artist Greg Goya joins John Williams to talk about when he decided to become an artist, the type of art he makes, why he calls his work ‘fast art,’ how people can interact with his work, why love is the most important aspect of his art, and his interactive art installations at the […]

Italian street artist Greg Goya joins John Williams to talk about when he decided to become an artist, the type of art he makes, why he calls his work ‘fast art,’ how people can interact with his work, why love is the most important aspect of his art, and his interactive art installations at the […]

This second week of May, we welcome gardener and plantswoman Holly Shimizu. Her four decades of work in some of America's notable public gardens have tracked and traced some of the most impactful changes in public garden standards, expectations, and accountability in that same time frame. From her visionary leadership roles at the National Herb Garden, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and the US Botanic Garden to her current board position at the American Horticultural Society, Holly's garden life is a beautiful public-garden journey that benefits us all. Enjoy! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you so much for listening over the years and we hope you'll support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow even more of these types of conversations. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud and iTunes. To read more and for many more photos, please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

Johnny Mac shares a collection of heartwarming and fascinating news stories. From a synchronized marriage proposal inspired by a Modest Mouse concert to the auctioning of ancient pine saplings in Sydney's Botanic Gardens, there's plenty of good news to enjoy. Additionally, listeners will hear about a bronze statue of the Greek goddess Diana found at the Titanic wreck site, a scientific analysis of Van Gogh's ‘Starry Night,' and a London rescue shelter's efforts to find homes for older and less photogenic dogs through a special photo shoot. 00:28 A Double Proposal Surprise01:22 Ancient Pine Trees Auctioned in Sydney02:38 Titanic Relic Discovered03:18 Van Gogh's Starry Night and Turbulence04:02 Rescue Shelter's Dog Photo Shoot Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   

Why are my potatoes so floury? How do you banish lace bugs for good? And what mysterious plant has the panel stumped?Kathy Clugston and a team of gardening experts explore the various locations of Belfast Botanic Garden. All while digging into the GQT postbag to answer your gardening conundrums.On hand with their wisdom and wit are ethnobotanist James Wong, garden designer Neil Porteous, and Kirsty Wilson, Head of Gardens at Balmoral. Guiding them through the garden's hidden corners and floral highlights is Garden Supervisor Colin Agnew.Producer: Bethany Hocken Assistant Producer: Dulcie Whadcock Executive Producer: Carly MaileA Somethin' Else production for BBC Radio 4

Welcome to The Reading Lounge! This month Cynthia and Sarah discuss Hum by Helen Phillips. A work of speculative fiction that leaves a long-lasting impact. In the novel, we follow one woman as she makes a variety of choices tobring her family closer together while living in a not-to-distant future world of AI. We had much to say about this novel and we think you will, too. Here are the others books mentioned : Black Woods, Blue Sky by Eowyn IveyThe Lost Bookshop by Evie WoodsThe Story Collector by Evie WoodsThe Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan KamaliThe Covenant of Water by Abraham VergheseDon't Forget to Write by Sara Goodman ConfinoThis month's cocktail and mocktail is called BotanicalGarden. Read the book and it will all make sense!Botanic Garden – original recipe50 ml Pineapple Tequila20 ml Lime juice20 ml Basil syrup25 ml Pineapple juiceBasil leavesTop with proseccoMix first five ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain intoa cocktail glass. Top with prosecco and gently stir. Garnish with a basil leaf.Our Mocktail Botanic GardenSame ingredients minus the tequila and adding club soda.Mix lime juice, pineapple juice and basic syrup in shakerwith ice. Pour into glass and top with club soda and mix. Garnish with basil.Enjoy!

As spring arrives in NYC, the annual Greenest Block in Brooklyn Program is on! It's Brooklyn's friendliest competition, hosted by the Brooklyn Brooklyn Botanic Garden. The contest is free and open to all residential blocks, commercial blocks, and community gardens in Brooklyn. Our guest is Community Program Manger Jibreel Cooper. For more, visit bbg.org/community/greenestblock.

Joe Richardson a Horticulturalist at Kings Park and Botanic Gardens talks with Deryn about his favourite and most practical small Eucalyptus for the home garden.

To make the beauty and grandeur of nature accessible to everyone, Bartram's Garden teamed up with a local audio describer and visually impaired accessibility consultant to produce audio descriptions of three gardens on their grounds. Join White Canes Connect contributor Simon Bonenfant, as he speaks with audio describer Beth Feldman Brant, along with Accessibility Coach Charmaine Parrish, about everything you need to know as part of this exciting initiative! Recorded audio descriptions include a Know Before you Go, detailing an introduction and orientation to the Welcome Center, Ann Bartram Carr Garden, the Historic Bartram House, and the Common Flower Garden. You can access the recordings here. https://www.bartramsgarden.org/audio-descriptions/ The audio descriptions will be debuted at the upcoming Bartram's Garden Spring Fest on Saturday, April 19. The fest runs from 10:00 to 2:00 PM, with the audio description portion from 12:30 to 1:30. Here is a description of what to expect.  “As part of Bartram's Garden's SpringFest event, join Beth Feldman Brandt and Charmaine Parrish for a guided walking tour featuring their new audio descriptions of select areas of the Garden, including the Ann Bartram Carr Garden, the Historic Bartram House, and the Common Flower Garden.  After we tour together using the recorded descriptions, you are invited to share refreshments and community, and to give feedback on the experience.  Friends and family are also welcome!  Note that while this tour is designed for safe navigation by people with visual impairments, exploring other areas of the Gardens is best done with a sighted companion. Registration is encouraged but not required. Register at https://www.bartramsgarden.org/event/audio-description-tour/.  Light refreshments will be served. In the event of inclement weather, this tour will be rescheduled for Saturday, May 10 at 10 AM. These audio descriptions were provided by Beth Feldman Brandt and Charmaine Parrish as part of the Sowing Excellence Awards, a collaboration of the IDEA Center for Public Gardens and the U.S. Botanic Garden. We are also grateful for the expertise of  Sarah Pharaon as well as staff members Mandy Katz and Emily Constantino in supporting the creation of these audio descriptions.” Those wishing to utilize the service should prepare to bring their mobile device and, if preferred, headphones for the best listening experience. After the 19th, anyone is welcome to come to the specified gardens and listen to the audio descriptions whenever the gardens are open! You can learn more about the project by reading the following article.  https://www.bartramsgarden.org/new-tools-for-garden-visitors-with-low-vision-created-by-local-accessibility-advocate-and-philly-poet/  To contact Bartram's Garden, give them a call at: (215) 729-5281 or send them an email at: info@bartramsgarden.org To contact Beth, go to https://www.brandtwords.com/aboutcontact.html. To contact Charmaine, send her an email at Hi@ABLEphilly.com.    Interested in receiving the most up-to-date information about monthly audio described offerings? Send an email to adlearningnetwork@gmail.com to be added to their monthly newsletter! Have you attended an audio-described event before or have comments about this upcoming event? We want to hear from you! Give us a call at: 267-338-4495 or send us an email at: whitecanesconnect@gmail.com Like what you hear from White Canes Connect? Please support the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania at https://www.nfbofpa.org/give/.

Learn about AVISTA - AROSE’s Virtual and In-person STEM Training and Awareness Program, which will visit over 200 high schools across Australia face-to-face as well as digitally through STEM challenges to help students learn more about STEM career pathways into the Australian defence industries. We speak with Holly Kershaw, STEM Program Manager at AROSE to learn more. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education About AVISTA Supported by the Department of Defence’s School Pathways Program, AVISTA is an initiative of AROSE that will deliver a range of exciting learning experiences to students, their teachers and families throughout 2025, to help develop Australia’s STEM talent pipeline by providing direct insights into defence industry career pathways.The program will be delivered in partnership with Fizzics Education, Gilmour Space Technologies, Gunggandji Aerospace, IlluminateFNQ, Joseph Banks Secondary College, Nova Systems, and the University of Western Australia Defence and Security Institute. Learn morehttps://avista.org.au/ About AROSE Australian Remote Operations for Space and Earth (AROSE) is a leading, industry-led, not-for-profit organisation that stands at the forefront of knowledge and technology transfer between Australia’s traditional industry sectors and the burgeoning international space sector.AROSE brings together leading expertise and cutting-edge science and technology, for collaborations that: Drive industry-led projects for solutions and applications on Earth and in space. Build and advocate national capability and develop future skills and workforce opportunities. Secure Australia’s role in the international space sector. Learn morehttps://www.arose.org.au/ About Holly Kershaw Holly Kershaw is a leader in science engagement, specialising in strategic planning, operational management, and large-scale outreach initiatives. She has managed some of Australia's most prominent science engagement programs, leading teams at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney, the University of Sydney, and Fizzics Education. Passionate about innovative public engagement, she produced The Science Tent at Splendour in the Grass and TEDxParramatta, and co-created Climating, a sustainability-focused speed-dating panel event, most recently featured at SXSW Sydney in 2025.Learn morehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hollykershaw/ Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode? Share it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's blooming at the Botanic Gardens?Weather: "Sheila" by WorrystoneThe voice of Leonard Burton is James UrbaniakOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated by Cecil BaldwinFollow us on BlueSky, Facebook, and Instagram.Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, and official recap show at welcometonightvale.comA production of Night Vale Presents.

What's blooming at the Botanic Gardens? Weather: "Sheila" by Worrystone The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts UNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today! Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations. Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie Williams Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, and official recap show at welcometonightvale.com A production of Night Vale Presents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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It turns out there are a variety of activities involving kangaroos in Colorado! The ice castles are starting to melt, so you only have a week left to check them out. The Botanic Gardens in Denver are buzzing with fantastic concerts this summer!The fun continues on our social media pages!Jeremy, Katy & Josh Facebook: CLICK HERE Jeremy, Katy & Josh Instagram: CLICK HERE

MaryLynn Mack talked about her vision for new exhibits and initiatives at the garden. And she had pretty amazing things to say about her move to Memphis.

Send us your Florida questions! Cathy and Rick give a whirlwind tour of botanical gardens they have loved, talk about Rick's proposal to his wife and where he hid her ring, how to pronounce anole, and where to find flamingos. Links We MentionedFlorida Botanical GardensHarry P. Leu GardensOrlando Exploration GardensBrown anoles and more about themSelby Botanical Gardens (and the George Harrison exhibit)Boiled books Botanical gardens at Cypress GardensBok Tower GardensKanapaha Botanical GardensSarasota Jungle GardensMcKee Botanical GardensSunken GardensWonder GardensGrowing bamboo in FloridaYellow trumpet treeImage by Rick Kilby Support the showSubscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter, and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com. Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com. "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby.Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/. Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth, Bluesky (@oldfla.bsky.social), and IG (@ricklebee).

On this special episode of the California Now Podcast, host Soterios Johnson speaks with eight L.A. insiders about both the city's incredible offerings and its resilience in response to the recent wildfires. Plus, hear special shoutouts from some of L.A.'s notable residents. First, Evan Lovett, the creator of the L.A. in a Minute podcast, brings to life the fascinating history of Pacific Palisades and Altadena. Lovett also shares a handful of unique landmarks and historic L.A. neighborhoods that both visitors and locals alike will find interesting. Next up, Johnson chats with Zach Brooks, General Manager of Smorgasburg Los Angeles, who shares how L.A.'s vibrant dining scene has banded together to support wildfire recovery efforts, while giving a sneak peek at the exciting new vendors at Smorgasburg and an upcoming firefighter benefit event. Then, Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken, the powerhouse chefs behind Border Grill and Socalo, talk about their work helping feed wildfire victims with World Central Kitchen and share their picks for dining out in Santa Monica. In the next segment, Only the Lonely storeowners Krisha Garvey and Bernard Denney discuss how their Palisades Strong/Altadena Strong collection is making a difference. The duo guides Johnson through some of the best spots to visit in L.A.'s Sawtelle neighborhood, from noodle shops to bars and clothing stores. Following that, Tim Philips, superintendent of the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, talks about the Arboretum's history, grounds, and its vital role in wildfire relief. He also reveals what's in bloom this season and namedrops upcoming events. Finally, Kara Bartelt, general manager of The Hoxton Downtown LA, offers a glimpse into how her team supported guests impacted by the wildfires. Bartelt plays tour guide for Johnson, sharing some of Downtown L.A.'s top things to do.

How to capture the sound of something humans can't hear? How to make a song about a mushroom? That was the challenge put to Scottish musician, Hannah Read, in the wake of her father's death. Hannah, who lives in California, fell into an earthy world of mycelium in 2020, and her album, The Fungi Sessions, captures a growing fascination with fungi in through beautiful folk music.We were fortunate enough to catch Hannah while she was in her Edinburgh hometown before she went on a UK Tour. At the city's Botanic Gardens, she told us about falling in love with music on the Isle of Eigg, her relationship with the landscape and what she's learned from the earth - as well as treating us to an al fresco performance. To find our more information, tour dates and join Hannah's mailing list, head to Hannahread.com. Sign up to her Bandcamp to listen to and buy her music. All of Hannah's music is streamable on all platforms. She's on Instagram @hanread and Facebook: /hannahreadmusic.Use code WWGSPRING at ⁠Crocus.co.uk⁠'s checkout to save 20% on full priced plants. The code is valid until 11.59pm on May 30th, 2025, It is valid when you spend a minimum of £50 on full priced plants and / or bulbs. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other codes or offers.

A quick pit stop in Lubbock, then off to Fort Worth! We hung out with prairie dogs at the Ft Worth Nature Center, celebrated our anniversary with epic views (and food!) at Crown Block, and devoured smash burgers at Crystal Springs Hideaway. Wrapped it all up with a peaceful stroll through the Botanic Garden. Now, we're rolling back to New Braunfels—because life on wheels is never boring!

Auburn Botanic Gardens, built in 1977, is located on the banks of the Duck River in the Auburn Council area, one of the suburbs of Sydney NSW. - Auburn Botanic Gardens, yang dibangun pada tahun 1977, terletak di tepi Duck River di kawasan Auburn Council salah satu suburb di Sydney NSW.

In this edition of The Naked Scientists: A particle with a record-breaking energy is discovered: but where did it come from? Also, damaged hearts healed using stem cell "patches" of tissue: human clinical trials are about to kick off. And, the project using quantum mechanics to revolutionise the London Underground... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

The begonia house in Wellington's Botanic Gardens has been given a second chance. Councillor Iona Pannett spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A little taste of nostalgia and a whiff of a tropical jungle, all in one. WBZ's Chaiel Schaffel explains.

As Chicagoans hunker down for what feels like the coldest stretch of a long Midwest winter, local indoor gardens are providing an escape and a taste of warmer days to come. Reset checks in with the Chicago Botanic Garden's associate vice president Jodi Zombolo and their orchid flori-culturist Johanna Hutchins for what's on the docket for February. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago-based Levy has been contracted to revamp the food offerings at The Chicago Botanic Garden. The hospitality group will revamp the menu at Garden View Cafe first before moving on to other menus. The company has been tasked with creating menus […]

If you've ever visited the Dunedin Botanic Garden and been impressed by what you saw, the person to thank is Alan Matchett. 

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00:00 Introduction to the Garden Question Podcast00:25 Meet Dr. Todd Beasley00:33 The Vision for the Botanic Garden00:42 Community Engagement and Environmental Stewardship00:53 Todd Beasley's Career and Contributions02:49 The Role and Importance of Botanical Gardens05:42 Engaging the Community and Generating Revenue08:29 The History of the Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern11:25 Design and Plant Selection in the Garden15:00 Trends and Future Directions in Gardening21:32 The Importance of Children's Gardens29:35 The Multifaceted Role of a Garden Director37:12 Designing in the Landscape: A Creative Expression37:50 Pollinator Garden: Collaborative Design Approach38:28 Winter Landscape Tactics: Do's and Don'ts41:30 The Importance of Proper Landscaping Practices48:57 Early Garden Memories and Influences51:53 Funny Garden Stories and Myths58:31 Diversity in Horticulture: Trends and Changes01:04:07 Future Plans for the Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern01:11:51 Supporting Your Local Botanic GardensWelcome to The Garden Question, where we explore the art and science of designing, building, and growing a smarter garden that works! Today's episode promises to inspire gardeners of every level as we dive into a fascinating story of passion, leadership, and community engagement.Our guest is Dr. Todd Beasley, the director of the Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University. Todd shares his vision for the garden, including its mission, historical roots, and exciting plans for a new environmentally controlled facility. He dives into the challenges of engaging the community, the critical role of plant curation, and his commitment to fostering environmental stewardship.With over 25 years of experience in horticulture and education, Todd has built an impressive career connecting people to plants. From leading nationally recognized botanical gardens to consulting on major projects like the Orchid Conservatory at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden and renovations at Cape Fear Botanical Garden, Todd's expertise has made a significant impact wherever he's gone.As an educator, Todd has nurtured young minds in South Carolina, taught environmental science and horticulture, and even served as a clinical professor at the University of South Carolina's College of Education. His work with the SEED program helped bring national recognition to student gardening, including hosting prestigious symposiums for the American Horticultural Society.But Todd's passion doesn't stop there. He's also the founder of an eco-friendly garden design firm and a traveling exhibition company exploring the fascinating relationship between plants and culture.Whether you're a novice gardener or an experienced pro, you're sure to find inspiration in Todd's story. Join us as we explore how the Botanic Garden is blooming under his leadership. Don't forget to follow the podcast for more insights into smarter gardening, and be sure to visit the Botanic Garden to see Todd's vision come to life!

A huge and putrid plant called a corpse flower is about to bloom at any moment, and is currently being watched by thousands around the world on a YouTube livestream.Joining Seán to discuss is John Siemon, Director of Horticulture and Living Collections at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney…

J Sbu sat down with the talented musician Matthew Mole ahead of his performance at the On The Lawn festival. Matthew shares his excitement about his Botanic Gardens performance on 15 February, right after Valentine's Day. He hinted at possible on-stage collabs with international artists like Hollow Coves and Amistad. He also opened up about his beautiful wedding song inspired by his own love story and teased its special performance at the festival. Listen in for all the details about this upcoming music festival.

Lead singer of The Waterboys, Mike Scott, on five songs that have meant something special to him throughout his life. From Scott McKenzie to The Who, Thin Lizzy to Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and Taylor Swift. The Waterboys play Dublin's 3Arena June 7th, then they're at the Botanic Gardens in Belfast June 8th and at the Marquee in Cork on June 10th.

A Wellington man has launched a fundraiser to save the Begonia House in Wellington's Botanic Gardens. Wayne Norwood spoke to Corin Dann.

MaryLynn Mack, who moved to Memphis in August to take the reins of the Memphis Botanic Garden after many years working for similar organizations in Phoenix, San Diego and elsewhere, joined Eric Barnes on this week's episode.

There are fears big Wellington City Council budget cuts don't go far enough. The council yesterday voted in a mammoth meeting to make hundreds of millions of dollars of savings by slashing projects like cycleway spending, and demolishing Begonia House in the Botanic Gardens. Councillor Tony Randle told Mike Hosking the projects Mayor Tory Whanau managed to save, like the Golden Mile redevelopment and climate initiatives, should have been cut too. He claims they add more spending to the budget and says they now won't be able to make enough savings. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Established in 1863, the gardens cover 21 hectares and feature a diverse collection of plants from around the world. As well as a Rose Garden and Herb Garden, the botanic garden is home to majestic trees, including the giant sequoia. Standing beneath these giants is a humbling experience. The New Zealand Garden showcases native flora like the silver fern and Pohutukawa tree, creating lush, natural landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Strange white tendrils hang down from a plant, like the hair of someone impossibly old.' Please note before you start listening: this podcast is recorded in 3D sound! So make sure that you're wearing headphones for the very best experience. The small details in life can pass you by. Unless you take the time to stop to notice them. Which is exactly what author, actor and social media personality Miranda Keeling does in this podcast series. Expanding on the observations she shares on her popular Twitter account, she invites you to join her out and about as she captures those small, magical moments of everyday life, in sound. Thanks to 3D recordings, you'll hear everything she does as if you were right there with her. There are new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. These short but lovingly crafted episodes are an invitation to escape from life's hustle, immersing you in Miranda's world for a few minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘I stand in front of some holly, as if being embraced by a very dangerous friend. Its pointy leaves grab for my rucksack.' Please note before you start listening: this podcast is recorded in 3D sound! So make sure that you're wearing headphones for the very best experience. The small details in life can pass you by. Unless you take the time to stop to notice them. Which is exactly what author, actor and social media personality Miranda Keeling does in this podcast series. Expanding on the observations she shares on her popular Twitter account, she invites you to join her out and about as she captures those small, magical moments of everyday life, in sound. Thanks to 3D recordings, you'll hear everything she does as if you were right there with her. There are new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. These short but lovingly crafted episodes are an invitation to escape from life's hustle, immersing you in Miranda's world for a few minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As autumn leaves continue to fall, David Maxwell visits the Botanic Gardens of Trinity College Dublin. It's moved a few times in its history but now can be found near Dartry in the south of the city. Dr Stephen Waldren takes David on a tour and shows him the seedbank preserving endangered Irish plants. Mick McCann, who has worked as a gardener at the College for 40 years, reveals how the beauty around him inspires his poetry. Also on the programme, Polly Nicholson on her new book ‘The Tulip Garden' and a visit to Yew Cottage where Philip Stewart is planting a brand new border and gathering copious amounts of fallen leaves to produce leafmould. Mary Doris will join David live in studio to answer questions and provide some seasonal inspiration. Contact the programme on - gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk

Brisbane City's Botanic Gardens cover around 20 hectares of lush greenery. It's a place where the urban bustle fades away and nature takes centre stage. Against the backdrop of the stunning natural landscape, the gardens are a popular spot for leisurely picnics and social events, all within a beautiful setting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, the FAQ is: Using QR Codes. Are they safe?   Today's Destination is: Belfast, Northern Ireland Today's Misstep: My leaky water bottle was in the overhead bin on the airplane.   Travel Advice: Secondhand stores in Belfast are good deals.   FAQ: Using QR Codes. Are they safe?   Answer: When you open a QR code, pay attention to the context and the brand because it could contain a virus or even worse. Be careful when accessing websites on your desktop, laptop, tablet, watch, or phone. Preview the destination before you go there.    A QR code from a reputable source is more likely to be safe. It is best to proceed cautiously if you find a QR code in an unsolicited email or on a random website. Criminals have placed stickers over legitimate QR codes in public places like bus stops.   Today's destination: Belfast, Northern Ireland   https://visitbelfast.com/   The best part of Belfast, in Northern Ireland, is outside the city and exploring the countryside if possible. See the Giants Causeway, a national treasure of 40,000 hexagonal basalt stone columns that are 40 feet tall along the coast. These were formed 50-60 million years ago.   For perspective, there are 70 million people in the UK and 2 million people in No Ireland. The UK left the Left EU, but there is still a Land border with Ireland. The overall goal is one nation across the island. It's been mostly peaceful since the 198 Belfast Peace Agreement on Good Friday.   The forecast usually calls for rain, so bring your gear. I booked a tour that included many of the Game of Thrones locations, and I have never seen the films, so I was not very impressed. However, I'm told that scenic, narrow roads and unusual serpentine beech trees made this series memorable. It's an atmospheric tree tunnel and a little bit spooky; on my tour, with Patrick as a guide, we made many stops for castles, caves from 400 million years ago, Bushmills's Whiskey factory, churches, and pubs. Castle at Carrick Fergis  https://discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/carrickfergus-castle-p674971   I have relatives from Northern Ireland's Counties Leitrim and Louth, and my grandparents used to vacation along the Antrim coast and Glens National Landscape, a legacy of the Ice Age. I felt a tug of my ancestors here as I walked around a few graveyards in the countryside. I enjoyed Queen's University, the Botanic Gardens, the Ulster Museum, and Saturday Food and Craft Markets in the city. The Troubles Museum at Queen's University was really good. Its full name is the Museum of the Troubles and Peace. It's worth your visit, and it's free.   http://museumofthetroubles.org/ You can read about the conflicts between the English and the Irish. I heard about them growing up, as my grandfather was born in Ireland. I can have dual citizenship, which is very common among the locals here.   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulster_Museum On my next trip to Belfast, I will visit the following: Titanic museum  Black Taxi Cab Political Murals Tour The Crown Pub https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/the-crown-bar/visiting-the-crown-bar   Sandy Row: What is it? It's part of the turbulent history of Belfast.   https://belfastmedia.com/the-turbulent-19th-century-history-of-belfast-s-sandy-ro   Maybe by then, I will have watched Game of Thrones.   https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/giants-causeway   If you need special accessibility help, you can find wheelchair-accessible tours in the show notes. https://www.getyourguide.com/belfast-l442/wheelchair-accessible-tc239/   What else is there in Belfast? Fairies https://www.wildernessireland.com/blog/irish-folklore-fairies/ Today's Misstep: I had a leaky water bottle in the plane's overhead compartment.   Tighten the seal on the water container. Mine leaked. I was on a plane and put the container in the overhead compartment. It leaked through my water container into another passenger's luggage on the flight. I was embarrassed to say anything but hoped nothing was ruined. Sorry about that.   Today's Travel Advice- Secondhand shops in Belfast have good deals.     Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube In the news  

Today – we're back with “The Temperature”! Join us on a virtual tour of a new solar farm with a massive garden underneath at Denver Botanic Garden's sunny Chatfield location.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anora and her Mom go to the Botanic Gardens to say 'goodnight' to the roses for the season.

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Tim Johnson is engaged in the native plant and garden worlds on both personal and professional levels. Having worked with Seed Savers Exchange earlier in his career, Tim last joined us on Cultivating Place a few years back as Executive Director for The Botanic Garden of Smith College. Tim is a spouse, a father, a life long learner and gardener, and since January of this year, he is the CEO of the Native Plant Trust. He is leading this oldest of U.S. plant conservation organizations into its 125th year working to conserve the great biodiversity of native plants in our world starting with their place in the U.S. Northeast. We caught up with him this week to learn more about Tim's botanical journey and to discuss some of the Native Plant Trust's past, present, and future vision. This vision is both on the ground, including their part in manifesting the new Northeast Native Seed Network as foundational to shifting the possibilities for great native plant supply for all landscapes, and increasingly, this vision is in policy at all levels of local and federal government.  NPT is collaborating with other plant conservation people around the country and world, and serve as a model for how good plant stewardship can literally grow our world better. Join us this week! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you so much for listening over the years and we hope you'll support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow even more of these types of conversations. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud, iTunes, and Google Podcast. To read more and for many more photos, please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.