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This Week in Science – The Kickass Science Podcast

This Week: Interview w/Alaina Levine, Science Unicorns, Cancer Gone, Carnivorous Plants, Outdoor Cats, Carnivorous Rice, Gluca Gone, Insect Pain, Wings, Sleepy Time, and Much More!

Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 3

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 10:30 Transcription Available


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Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 2

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 10:36 Transcription Available


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Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 1

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 9:22 Transcription Available


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crisscrossing Science
Episode 234: Carnivorous Plants

crisscrossing Science

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 33:27


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

Who Smarted?
Trusty Trivia: CARNIVOROUS PLANTS!!!

Who Smarted?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 3:56


Welcome to Trusty Trivia! Each Thursday you get to play a Trivia game with the Trusty Narrator! Have fun seeing if you can answer these three questions, Smartypants!

How I Met Your Monster
Carnivorous Plants in Carter Smith's THE RUINS

How I Met Your Monster

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 68:46


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

Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 3

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 10:30 Transcription Available


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Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 2

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 10:36 Transcription Available


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Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 1

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 9:22 Transcription Available


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Matt, Bob & B-DOE
Matt and Bob 2-19-25 Chuy and the Man, Weird Remedies, Carnivorous Plants

Matt, Bob & B-DOE

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 136:32


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.

The Pond Digger Podcast
EP226. Uncover the Mystery of Caring for Carnivorous Plants with John Greene

The Pond Digger Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 51:49


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 

Trash Talk Omaha
I'm a Goo Man & The Dildo Prank 12/5/24

Trash Talk Omaha

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 103:52


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Gardening Tips on WBBM Newsradio
Creepy Carnivorous Plants

Gardening Tips on WBBM Newsradio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 1:02


Some tips on how to add spooky flavor to your garden for Halloween!

Naturally Florida
Florida's Carnivorous Plants

Naturally Florida

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 25:24


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

Exploring the World with Da Potato Sisters.
All About Carnivorous Plants with Mr.Zack!

Exploring the World with Da Potato Sisters.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 41:29


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

The Florida Madcaps
Florida's Carnivorous Plants and their Habitats

The Florida Madcaps

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 27:44


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

Insects for Dummies!
Carnivorous Plants!

Insects for Dummies!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 11:34 Transcription Available


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

Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 3

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 10:30 Transcription Available


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Every Night's A School Night
Night School #619: "The 4th, Family, & Carnivorous Plants"

Every Night's A School Night

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 93:57


Night School #619: "The 4th, Family, & Carnivorous Plants" by Every Night's A School Night

Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 2

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 10:36 Transcription Available


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Spyology Squad
Giant Carnivorous Plants| Part 1

Spyology Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 9:23 Transcription Available


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Little Things for Bonsai People
Episode 82, Joshua Roth Tools and Carnivorous Plants

Little Things for Bonsai People

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2024 86:19


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

AmphibiCast
Episode 170. Carnivorous Plants with Drew Martinez

AmphibiCast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 94:46


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

Brad and John - Mornings on KISM

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!

Reddit Readings: Top Stories and Posts
I filled my apartment with carnivorous plants to spite my vegan roommate | r/PettyRevenge #328

Reddit Readings: Top Stories and Posts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 14:56


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

Dig Straight Down - A Minecraft Podcast
Carnivorous Plants, Armadillo Power, and Bottles o' Milk! Reading Your Ideas for Minecraft!

Dig Straight Down - A Minecraft Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 16:25


One Block Challenge! THEME: Distance! Imagine a new block for Minecraft that has something to do with Distance. Email me your idea or leave it on the Discord. Only give me one idea. You can include art if you want, but that's optional. Provide the name of the block, a description of what it looks like, how you would obtain it in Minecraft, and any function it has. Keep your descriptions simple and to the point. The winners will be announced in the next Friday episode. Links Discord: https://discord.gg/jcTmQteGBs Email: digstraightdowncast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/RebelJC_92 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/RebelJC Music: Above and Beyond, MilesRocksAlot

Welcome to Florida
Episode 187: Carnivorous Plants

Welcome to Florida

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 38:06


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.

Well... That’s Interesting
Ep. 170: New Year, New Species Of Carnivorous Plants Discovered

Well... That’s Interesting

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 27:24


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

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast
Plants That Bite

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 31:37


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.

CoastLine
In the Wild Coastal Plain with carnivorous plants

CoastLine

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 24:10


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.

On The Ledge
Episode 270: carnivorous plants in the greenhouse

On The Ledge

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 43:11


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

English Academic Vocabulary Booster
1923. 115 Academic Words Reference from "Kenny Coogan: The wild world of carnivorous plants | TED Talk"

English Academic Vocabulary Booster

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 100:44


This podcast is a commentary and does not contain any copyrighted material of the reference source. We strongly recommend accessing/buying the reference source at the same time. ■Reference Source https://www.ted.com/talks/kenny_coogan_the_wild_world_of_carnivorous_plants ■Post on this topic (You can get FREE learning materials!) https://englist.me/115-academic-words-reference-from-kenny-coogan-the-wild-world-of-carnivorous-plants-ted-talk/ ■Youtube Video https://youtu.be/DJlrwSlMoP4 (All Words) https://youtu.be/9Am_-bShK6Y (Advanced Words) https://youtu.be/oQt_rOhaWbQ (Quick Look) ■Top Page for Further Materials https://englist.me/ ■SNS (Please follow!)

Good at Plants Bad at Life

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!

7am
The Weekend Read: Sasha Gattermayr on an obsession with carnivorous plants

7am

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2023 14:54


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

Mother Earth News and Friends
Ep. 184 Caring for Carnivorous Plants

Mother Earth News and Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 34:29


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. 

The Florida Madcaps
Forts, Carnivorous Plants, and Emerald Beaches: The Madcaps discuss West Florida!

The Florida Madcaps

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 30:51


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

Intelligent Design the Future
The Venus Flytrap Takes a Bite Out of Darwinism

Intelligent Design the Future

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 10:29


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

Story of the Week with Joel Stein
Carnivorous Plants Will Ruin Your Life

Story of the Week with Joel Stein

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 29:16 Transcription Available


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.

Who Smarted?
How do Carnivorous Plants digest insects?

Who Smarted?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 14:08 Very Popular


Why do some plants eat meat? Where can you find Carnivorous Plants? Could a Carnivorous Plant actually eat... a person?For free home activities sign-up at www.WhoSmarted.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice
Where to Buy Carnivorous Plants

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 10:40


  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

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice
Why We Need to Conserve Carnivorous Plants

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 7:18


  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

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice
How to Breed Carnivorous Plants

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 8:27


  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

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice
Best Indoor Carnivorous Plants

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 10:46


  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

New England Legends Podcast
Little Shop of Ponemah Bog Horrors

New England Legends Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 25:30


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/

Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips and Advice

  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

The joe gardener Show - Organic Gardening - Vegetable Gardening - Expert Garden Advice From Joe Lamp'l

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.