Podcasts about carnivorous plants

Chad and Mike discuss carnivorous plants, such as the Venus fly trap. They are surprisingly common and many species independently developed the tools needed to consume flies.If you have a topic you'd like us to sink our teeth into, email us at crisscrossingsci@gmail.com

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Continuing our CRUEL SUMMER triple feature, we're trespassing on ancient Mayan ruins to meet an infestation of carnivorous vines in Carter Smith's THE RUINS, starring Jena Malone, Shawn Ashmore, Jonathan Tucker, Joe Anderson, Laura Ramsey, and Dimitri Baveas. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeFor bonus content and commentaries, check out our PatreonFollow the show on Instagram, TikTok, and FacebookWant to support the show and save 20% on Fangoria? Visit Fangoria and enter PROMO CODE: HOWIMETYOURMONSTER at checkout!Looking for How I Met Your Monster merch? Check out TeePublic for shirts, stickers, mugs, and more!Questions and comments: howimetyourmonsterpodcast@gmail.com

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Today the guys are in for a freezing cold day of radio! Its so cold you might catch a few hiccups in the broadcast. Matt's out sick so Chuy and the Man are picking up for the slack! The dynamic duo joined by intern George, talking about the coldest cities and home remedies from mustard on burns to acupuncture. Drew Martinez of the local plant shop Carnivero visits the show with wild and exotic carnivorous plants to show off. Bundle up and enjoy the show you love!Support the show: https://www.klbjfm.com/mattandbobfm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric interviews a carnivorous plant specialist who discusses his passion for these plants, starting from his childhood in the 1970s. He details the challenges and rewards of cultivating various carnivorous plants, including the Darlingtonia californica (Cobra Lily), Venus flytraps, and Sarracenia. The conversation also touches upon plant care techniques, the importance of water quality, and the community of carnivorous plant enthusiasts, including clubs and online resources. Finally, the interviewee shares his insights on plant propagation and the unique aspects of these fascinating plants. Key Takeaways... Carnivorous plants thrive outdoors in full sun and require pure water sources, like distilled water, for optimal growth. Acclimating carnivorous plants gradually to outdoor conditions is crucial to prevent sunburn, especially for greenhouse-grown specimens. Joining a local carnivorous plant club provides a valuable resource for knowledge sharing, plant swaps, and connecting with fellow enthusiasts. Replicating the natural processes of fire, such as incorporating ash into the soil, can be beneficial for some carnivorous plants. Sharing the fascination of carnivorous plants with children fosters appreciation for the natural world and encourages conservation efforts. Connect with John: https://www.instagram.com/cobragreene/   Links to resources:    Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com   Water Garden Expo 2025: WGExpo.com   The All American Koi Show: AllAmericanKoiShow.com   Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips   Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett   The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/   You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at: http://helixpondfiltration.com/    TWT Contractor Circle   TWT Contractor Power Circle   And follow his adventures in the pond world at: Instagram  Facebook  TikTok 

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THANK YOU to all of our loyal listeners! Has this podcast made a difference in your life? We would love to know through our annual podcast survey. Link to podcast survey: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bEf5YoxkFv87GIu In this episode, we're diving into one of the state's most fascinating plant groups: carnivorous plants. These spooky species have adapted to capture prey in some of Florida's most nutrient-poor environments. We'll talk about how they trap their meals, their role in the ecosystem, and where you can spot these unique plants across the state. Learn More: • Pinellas Predatory Plants - https://youtu.be/gG0XNhSnSvQ?si=_27ONm-oA3pNOHH6 • Carnivorous Plants - https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/carnivorous-plants/ • Carnivorous plants – novel natives with showy flowers - https://www.flawildflowers.org/2022-spring-bloom-report/ • Carnivorous Plants – Both Rare and Well Done – Along the Apalachicola – UPDATED - https://blog.wfsu.org/blog-coastal-health/2022/04/carnivorous-plants-both-rare-and-well-done-along-the-apalachicola/ • Florida's Carnivorous Plants - https://ifasbooks.ifas.ufl.edu/p-1728-floridas-carnivorous-plants.aspx How You Can Help: • Do Not Poach them! Many of the species are state or federally threatened, due to illegal harvesting from the wild and the destruction of their wetland habitats. Seeds or plants can be purchased from reputable nurseries and seed sources. Many species available for purchase are native to Florida and can be grown in rain gardens or in sunny spots. • Support habitat restoration and maintenance through prescribed fire. In Florida, many of these species are also fire dependent, like the ecosystems they grow in – yes, even the wetlands! • Build memories with these species – seek them out, learn about them with your friends and family - https://www.flawildflowers.org/2022-spring-bloom-report/ Sources for this Episode: Pinellas Predatory Plants - ⁠https://youtu.be/gG0XNhSnSvQ?si=_27ONm-oA3pNOHH6 ⁠ • Carnivorous Plants - ⁠https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/carnivorous-plants/ ⁠ • Carnivorous plants – novel natives with showy flowers -⁠ https://www.flawildflowers.org/2022-spring-bloom-report/ ⁠ • Carnivorous Plants – Both Rare and Well Done – Along the Apalachicola – UPDATED - ⁠https://blog.wfsu.org/blog-coastal-health/2022/04/carnivorous-plants-both-rare-and-well-done-along-the-apalachicola/ ⁠ • Florida's Carnivorous Plants - ⁠https://ifasbooks.ifas.ufl.edu/p-1728-floridas-carnivorous-plants.aspx ⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend who might enjoy learning about Florida's natural areas and the wild things that live here! If you're active on iNaturalist, consider joining our iNaturalist project, Naturally Florida's Listener Observations, here: ⁠https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/naturally-florida-s-listener-observations

Hi Listeners! Hope you have been well, and have been enjoying the episodes. Recently we came across a carnivorous plant specialist from the California Academy of Sciences and had the privilege of interviewing him. We included it in this episode along with some information of our own! -Da Potato Sisters

Send us a Text Message.This week the Madcaps discuss the various carnivorous plants in our state and some of the environments they thrive in.  Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated!Get your FREE sticker from the Florida Springs Council and sign up to be a springs advocate at https://www.floridaspringscouncil.org/madcapsQuestions and comments can be emailed at thefloridamadcaps@gmail.comRyan can be found on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/the_fl_excursionist/Chris and Chelsey can be found at https://www.instagram.com/sunshinestateseekers/?hl=en

This week we are looking at plants that actually rely on insects and other small animals for their food. You'll learn about how and why they exist along with the different methods they use to catch prey!    Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com  Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6

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Good news, Bonsai Buds! We have yet another special guest on this episode. Evan talks with John of Joshua Roth Tools to talk about how he came to inherit the company and the future of the brand. John also a stake in several other hobbies and is on the board of many of other clubs of interest.Thank you to Bonsai Bar for sponsoring our show!bonsaibar.comBecome a patron and get your name shouted out!patreon.com/littlethingsforbonsaipeopleCheck out Evan as the current guest on Matt's podcast!Matt O'Donnell Wants To KnowAnd work with Matt on your own podcast show by filling out his contact form!mattodonnell.com

This week I am joined by Drew Martinez. Drew is the owner of Carnivero. - a nursery that specializes in carnivorous plants. In this episode, we discuss Drew's tenure in the dart frog and plant hobbies, his fascination with carnivorous plants and how to successfully care for everything from Nepenthes pitcher plants, to Venus Fly traps and Platycerium! Drew also shares a few stories and observations from his trips to borneo, including one where a species of rainbow toad was rediscovered!To learn more, visit: https://www.carnivero.comSome of the research discussed: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/jzs.12465https://www.researchgate.net/publication/228439802 This episode is sponsored by Gray Ghost Creationshttps://www.etsy.com/shop/GrayGhostCreationsExo Terra is our sponsor this week. For all your amphibian needs visit: Exo-terra.com and visit your local dealerTo Support the Podcast, for merch, and vivarium discounts please visit: https://linktr.ee/AmphibiCast

John's girlfriend Christine heard Brad say he wanted a Venus Flytrap, so she bought one from a farm in North Carolina! Today we called Joel at Joel's Carnivorous Plants to learn all about them!

You've got two "revenge" and a tasty TIFU! Original Posts I filled my apartment with carnivorous plants to spite my vegan roommate. Do not mess with me at Costco TIFU when finally realizing nothing is wrong with my mouse Learn more about Evergreen Podcasts and Wessler Media. Visit TheRRShow.com Check out our Subreddit Follow us on socials: TikTok Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A Levy County resident wants to put a sand mine on his property endangering the University of Florida's planetarium.We're discussing carnivorous plants this week with Kenny Coogan, owner of Critter Companions by Kenny Coogan nursery in Tampa specializing in carnivorous plants, and author of "Florida's Carnivorous Plants." Follow Kenny on Instagram at @crittercompanionsbykennycoogan.Anyone interested in plants should look into membership with the Florida Native Plant Society.Details on Brooker Creek Preserve which Craig mentioned.Learn more about Eatonville 1887 History Tours.

You made it baby, happy f*cking new year. To celebrate, we're starting off 2024 by eating things alive. Join us in the high Andes for 2 new gorgeous killer plants. And we dare ask? Could they dissolve us too? --- Love the show and wanna show some love? Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wellthatsinterestingpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wti_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Venmo Tip Jar: @WellThatsInteresting Oh, BTW. You're interesting. Email YOUR facts, stories, experiences... Nothing is too big or too small. I'll read it on the show: wellthatsinterestingpod@gmail.com WTI is a part of the Airwave Media podcast network! Visit AirwaveMedia.com to listen and subscribe to other incredible shows. Want to advertise your glorious product on WTI? Email me: wellthatsinterestingpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this 4th instalment of the MCP's plants series, we discuss carnivorous plants: their traps, their habitats, and how to care for your own meat-eating plant.

In each episode of In The Wild Coastal Plain, we meet a plant or an animal endemic to the southeastern North Carolina biodiversity hotspot – so we can better understand our coastal plain ecosystem and who lives here with us.Today, we're exploring Holly Shelter, a nature preserve and game land in Pender County that boasts tens of thousands of acres -- one of the last great pieces of connected natural area in southeastern North Carolina. That's because humans are rapidly building all around it.

Insects now, calls about deterring deer, crop rotation, English ivy, and carnivorous plants good in bog gardens

I meet Megan Webb to talk Sarracenias, flytraps, sundews and more. Plus I answer a question about Monstera anatomy. For full show notes visit https://janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/carnivorous-plants Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour

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This week, Pat Sirois and Lance discuss a call we got from a curious kid asking about a plant that they'd seen in a recent movie, and while movies aren't real, some plants are more interesting than ones that are made up.Join us as we talk about movie plants as well as the stranger than fiction venus fly trap!Have your own questions? Give us a call on our help line, at A-A-HELP-ME-ZZ (224-357-6399) or send us an email at podcast@plance.org!

Today on the show, Sasha Gattermayr, with her piece on the fascination with carnivorous plants from The Monthly magazine.  Sasha takes us inside a band of collectors whose obsession with plants such as the venus fly trap turned into a lifelong devotion to plants that devour their prey. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Writer Sasha Gattermayr Background reading: Little club of horrors

Ever wonder what it takes to grow and care for carnivorous plants? It's probably less daunting than you think! In this episode, we're talking with Jacob Soule all about the many different types of carnivorous plants as well as successfully jumping into carnivorous plant care.   To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page. Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. Go to the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for webinar and courses on everything from gardening to livestock management. 

Carnivorous plants are among the most fascinating plants on earth. Learn about four different types of carnivorous plants, and how to care for these plants with or without using peat as a substrate.Megan Webb is a carnivorous plant researcher and production horticulturist based in the UK that runs the Carnivorous_Plant_Girl Instagram and YouTube channels. Stick around to the end of the episode to learn about how some carnivorous plants use the ability to count to help them catch prey.EPISODE LINKSMegan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-webb-857b58194Carnivorous_Plant_Girl on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carnivorous_plant_girlCarnivorous_Plant_Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carnivorous_plant_girl/Search for horticulture jobs: HortPeople.comFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @PlantsGrowHere / Facebook: @PlantsGrowHerePodcast - Join our Facebook group!VISIT OUR WEBSITEwww.PlantsGrowHere.comYou'll find heaps of educational blog articles, including How To Prune For Natural Shape, What Relationships Do Plants Have With Other Organisms?, and What Is Healthy Soil, And How Can We Build It?.LET'S WORK TOGETHERAre you in the industry or an enthusiast with something of value to share? We're always on the hunt for interesting people, doing interesting things. If you'd like to work with us send a message via our online form or a direct email to plantsgrowhere@gmail.com.

The Florida Madcaps cover their outdoor experiences in West Florida, particularly the area around Pensacola.  State and National Parks are discussed as well as Blackwater State Forest and the iconic beaches.  Activities include camping, swimming, hiking, bird watching, fishing, and Florida history.Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated!Get your FREE sticker from the Florida Springs Council at https://www.floridaspringscouncil.org/madcapsQuestions and comments can be emailed at thefloridamadcaps@gmail.comRyan can be found on Instagram at: the_fl_excursionistChris and Chelsey can be found at https://www.instagram.com/sunshinestateseekers/?hl=en

On this ID the Future from the vault, Andrew McDiarmid reads from Marcos Eberlin's fascinating book Foresight: How the Chemistry of Life Reveals Planning and Purpose. In this excerpt, the distinguished Brazilian scientist highlights the challenge the Venus flytrap poses for evolutionary theory. Dr. Eberlin describes the problem: The Venus flytrap, like all carnivorous plants, has no use for its insect-trapping function unless it also has an insect-digesting function. And vice versa. But the evolutionary mechanism of natural selection selects for current function, not potential future function. Unlike a designing intelligence, natural selection can't look into the future and plan in that way. So for natural selection to have selected these twin systems, they would somehow have had to evolve together. Read More › Source

Inside the flourishing world of online plant fanclubs lies a deep, dark obsession: people who dedicate their entire lives to caring for Nepenthes, or carnivorous pitcher plants. On this week's episode, Brian Howey, a former “Nephead” tells us about the carnivorous plant subculture that nearly ate him (and many others) alive. You can read the full story here: https://www.wired.com/story/nightmare-houseplant-obsession-nepenthes/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Shop the Store As an exclusive for listeners, use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your entire first order on our store, featuring our flagship Birdies Raised Beds. These are the original metal raised beds, lasting up to 5-10x longer than wooden beds, are ethically made in Australia, and have a customizable modular design.   Shop now and get 5% off your first order. Get Our Books Looking for a beginner's guide to growing food in small spaces? Kevin's book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, explains the core, essential information that you'll need to grow plants, no matter where you live! He also wrote Grow Bag Gardening to provide you with specialized knowledge that can bring you success when growing in fabric pots. Order signed copies of Kevin's books, plus more of his favorite titles in our store. More Resources Looking for more information? Follow us: Our Blog YouTube (Including our Epic Homesteading and Jacques in the Garden channels) Instagram (Including Epic Homesteading, Jacques, and Chris) TikTok Facebook Facebook Group Discord Server

  Shop the Store As an exclusive for listeners, use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your entire first order on our store, featuring our flagship Birdies Raised Beds. These are the original metal raised beds, lasting up to 5-10x longer than wooden beds, are ethically made in Australia, and have a customizable modular design.   Shop now and get 5% off your first order. Get Our Books Looking for a beginner's guide to growing food in small spaces? Kevin's book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, explains the core, essential information that you'll need to grow plants, no matter where you live! He also wrote Grow Bag Gardening to provide you with specialized knowledge that can bring you success when growing in fabric pots. Order signed copies of Kevin's books, plus more of his favorite titles in our store. More Resources Looking for more information? Follow us: Our Blog YouTube (Including our Epic Homesteading and Jacques in the Garden channels) Instagram (Including Epic Homesteading, Jacques, and Chris) TikTok Facebook Facebook Group Discord Server

In Episode 273, Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger hike into Ponemah Bog in Amherst, New Hampshire, searching for some strange carnivorous plants that grow in the region. These plants are downright deadly… to the right species. Like the Venus Fly Trap that grows in the Carolinas, Ponemah Bog is home to plants like Sundews, Pitcher Plants, and Bladderworts. Could these plants have inspired the classic story and musical Little Shop of Horrors? Seymour (get it?) here: https://ournewenglandlegends.com/podcast-273-little-shop-of-ponemah-bog-horrors/

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There's something unnatural about carnivorous plants. We're so used to plants being at the bottom of the food chain, that to see them trapping, killing and eating animals seems to go against the laws of nature. But of course, carnivory in plants is very real and has evolved multiple times in response to a lack of nutrients. In this episode we're looking at how carnivorous plants work, what lives inside the digestive juices, and even a future with carnivorous crops.Full show notes, transcript and references online at GeneticsUnzipped.com Follow us on Twitter @GeneticsUnzipThis episode of Genetics Unzipped was written, presented and produced by Sally Le Page.This podcast is created by First Create the Media for the Genetics Society - one of the oldest learned societies dedicated to promoting research, training, teaching and public engagement in all areas of genetics.

Carnivorous plants pique the interest of every gardener and houseplant hoarder at some point, but bringing a Venus flytrap home on a whim with no idea how to care for it will soon lead to disappointment. Fortunately, to explain how to keep carnivorous plants alive and thriving, my guest this week is International Carnivorous Plant Society Education Director Kenny Coogan, who runs a successful carnivorous plant nursery.

We've likely all had some sort of run-in with a carnivorous plant: maybe bringing one of those little venus flytraps at the hardware store home to realize you had no idea how to care for it, maybe marveling at the wide array of carnivorous plants at your local botanical garden, and maybe even getting to see a fly land on one, or maybe it's just knowing the man-eating plant Audrey II in the musical Little Shop of Horrors. However you've engaged with carnivorous plants, you've likely figured out that they are really a whole subsect of plants of their own, require very specific care, and might get you if you don't care for them correctly. Lucky for us, we are joined by carnivorous plant expert Damon from California Carnivores for an incredibly informative episode about everything we need to know about these mysterious, hungry plants!Join the Bloom and Grow Garden Society!The Bloom and Grow Garden Society is your one-stop shop for plant parenthood growth. When you join, you'll gain full access to the Garden Party Community Platform and App PLUS monthly plant care lectures with Horticulturist in Residence Leslie Halleck, monthly office hours with Leslie to troubleshoot your personal plant care issues and monthly Growing Joy Calls with Maria to develop our community of Society Members and explore the plant/person connection.Click here to join us!Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast,so you don't miss the amazing episodes we have coming up!In this episode we learn:[01:02] Introducing Damon[03:22] Damon's history with carnivorous plants[08:24] What are carnivorous plants? What characteristics make up a carnivorous plant?[14:25] Where to find carnivorous plants in the wild[16:14] Why conservation of carnivorous plants is a must[18:50] How long have carnivorous plants been around?[20:09] Damon shares what he thinks of Little Shop of Horrors musical[22:19] The right kind of water for carnivorous plants (and how to identify them in a store!)[28:08] The best carnivorous plants to grow indoors (Venus flytrap, pitcher plants, butterworts)[31:36] Are you planning your garden already?[33:32] Level up your plant education with a horticulturist![35:43] What is the best growing media for carnivorous plants?[38:22] Why you shouldn't use terracotta pots for your carnivorous plants[40:16] How to use grow lights on carnivorous plants[42:13] Should you fertilize carnivorous plants?[43:06] How to feed your Venus flytrap and Cape sundews[46:53] Fertilizing your pitcher plants[49:35] How much humidity do carnivorous plants need?[50:48] How to make your Venus flytrap go dormant[52:11] Can you fertilize your carnivorous plants even if they're catching bugs?[52:58] Troubleshooting carnivorous plants soil mix[53:39] Taking care of your Mexican butterworts[55:29] Damon's recommended beginner carnivorous plants[57:26] Should you still buy Venus flytraps even when they're not sustainably sourced?[59:53] Where to buy carnivorous plants and access educational resources[01:02:00] Just a note about peat moss[01:02:42] Maria's winter updatesMentioned in our conversation:The Savage GardenWetlands Reclamation ActMaxsea All-Purpose Nutrient FertilizerCalifornia Carnivores YouTube video: Winter Dormancy for Temperate Plants in Cold ClimatesThank you to our episode sponsors:Territorial Seed CompanyExcited for this year's growing season? 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