Podcasts about forests

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Tuesday, August 12, 2025.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate and share her daily news digest with our audience. Tune in every morning to the TRNN podcast feed to hear the latest important news stories from Canada and worldwide.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Forests and woodlands are terms commonly used interchangeably, but did you know they are different ecosystems? Join Joe and Drew as they discuss the differences in wooded areas and how to best manage them for native wildlife. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find out more about the program at http://hnr.k-state.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/wildlife-outdoor-management.html

Coastal wetlands are among the most productive ecosystems on our planet. They are a boon for plants, animals, and people alike. However, sea level rise is changing these ecosystems and the communities that rely on them. Join me and Dr. Keryn Gedan as we explore the links between sea level rise, wetland migration, and ghost forests and learn how communities are bracing themselves for adapting to these changes. This episode was produced in part by Nadia, Heidi, Blake, Josh, Laure, R.J., Carly, Lucia, Dana, Sarah, Lauren, Strych Mind, Linda, Sylvan, Austin, Sarah, Ethan, Elle, Steve, Cassie, Chuck, Aaron, Gillian, Abi, Rich, Shad, Maddie, Owen, Linda, Alana, Sigma, Max, Richard, Maia, Rens, David, Robert, Thomas, Valerie, Joan, Mohsin Kazmi Photography, Cathy, Simon, Nick, Paul, Charis, EJ, Laura, Sung, NOK, Stephen, Heidi, Kristin, Luke, Sea, Shannon, Thomas, Will, Jamie, Waverly, Brent, Tanner, Rick, Kazys, Dorothy, Katherine, Emily, Theo, Nichole, Paul, Karen, Randi, Caelan, Tom, Don, Susan, Corbin, Keena, Robin, Peter, Whitney, Kenned, Margaret, Daniel, Karen, David, Earl, Jocelyn, Gary, Krysta, Elizabeth, Southern California Carnivorous Plant Enthusiasts, Pattypollinators, Peter, Judson, Ella, Alex, Dan, Pamela, Peter, Andrea, Nathan, Karyn, Michelle, Jillian, Chellie, Linda, Laura, Miz Holly, Christie, Carlos, Paleo Fern, Levi, Sylvia, Lanny, Ben, Lily, Craig, Sarah, Lor, Monika, Brandon, Jeremy, Suzanne, Kristina, Christine, Silas, Michael, Aristia, Felicidad, Lauren, Danielle, Allie, Jeffrey, Amanda, Tommy, Marcel, C Leigh, Karma, Shelby, Christopher, Alvin, Arek, Chellie, Dani, Paul, Dani, Tara, Elly, Colleen, Natalie, Nathan, Ario, Laura, Cari, Margaret, Mary, Connor, Nathan, Jan, Jerome, Brian, Azomonas, Ellie, University Greens, Joseph, Melody, Patricia, Matthew, Garrett, John, Ashley, Cathrine, Melvin, OrangeJulian, Porter, Jules, Griff, Joan, Megan, Marabeth, Les, Ali, Southside Plants, Keiko, Robert, Bryce, Wilma, Amanda, Helen, Mikey, Michelle, German, Joerg, Cathy, Tate, Steve, Kae, Carole, Mr. Keith Santner, Lynn, Aaron, Sara, Kenned, Brett, Jocelyn, Ethan, Sheryl, Runaway Goldfish, Ryan, Chris, Alana, Rachel, Joanna, Lori, Paul, Griff, Matthew, Bobby, Vaibhav, Steven, Joseph, Brandon, Liam, Hall, Jared, Brandon, Christina, Carly, Kazys, Stephen, Katherine, Manny, doeg, Daniel, Tim, Philip, Tim, Lisa, Brodie, Bendix, Irene, holly, Sara, and Margie.

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – There's a dangerous trap set by doomsday narratives: the idea that nothing we do matters. But the opposite is true. Our choices do matter, and we're seeing the fruit — literally — in growing forests across the country. By celebrating the wins, we encourage more action. When young people see that their tree-planting effort actually changes the world, they're inspired to...

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Nova Scotians now face fines of up to $25,000 if they set foot in a forest, even if it's on their own private property. Three men are facing smuggling-related charges after Quebec police intercepted 44 illegal immigrants in dangerous conditions at Quebec's southern border. A leading Canadian civil rights group is set to intervene in a case which saw a town and its mayor fined for voting against using an LGBT activist groups pride month declaration. Tune in to The Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Geoff Knight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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With climate change, the threat of wildfires, and human encroachment among other things, our trees and forests are in desperate need of guardians. From tropical rainforests, often referred to as the lungs of the planet, to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest in California's White Mountains, home to some of the oldest living organisms on earth, what is being done to protect our woodlands? Forester and author Ethan Tapper joins The Excerpt to share both his practical and philosophical perspectives outlined in his new book, "How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World." (This episode originally aired on February 9th, 2025.)Please let us know what you think of this episode by sending a note to podcasts@usatoday.com.Episode Transcript available hereSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tonight, we quietly explore the enchanting underwater world of kelp forests—towering aquatic gardens that sway gently beneath the ocean's surface like nature's own lullaby. These magnificent marine ecosystems create peaceful sanctuaries where golden-brown kelp fronds dance in the currents, supporting countless sea creatures in their tranquil embrace. Benjamin Boster gently guides us through the serene beauty of these underwater cathedrals, their vital role in ocean health, and the fascinating creatures that call them home. Happy sleeping! Want More?Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topicAd-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsorsJoin the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Kelp Forests, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Kelp Forests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nancy Churchill makes the case for repealing the 2001 Roadless Rule, arguing it harmed Washington's timber communities and worsened wildfire risk. She also urges opposition to HR 3930. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-reclaiming-our-forests/ #RoadlessRule #ForestManagement #WashingtonState #LoggingJobs #HR3930 #PublicLands #WildfireRisk #NancyChurchill #DangerousRhetoric

Hello and welcome to the Monday Breakfast show for the 4th of August 2025. On today's show: Headlines: Palestine rallies in Naarm/Melbourne and Gadigal/Sydney show up in the thousands. Harmful algal bloom off the SA coast threatens ocean and marine ecosystems.A recent ruling from the Federal Court means that the Federal Government will need to recalculate more $4BN worth of debts owed to the Dept. of Social Services. The ruling from the case Chaplin V Secretary, Dept Social Services declared that the previous method to calculate said debts known as income apportionment used since the early 1990s, was unlawful. To help us understand the ruling and its implications, the Monday Breakfast show was joined by Tom Studans, a welfare rights advocate whose independent coverage has been recognised by the Robodebt Royal Commission. Following a Big Canopy Campout with the Bob Brown Foundation in Tasmania's Central Highlands, a forest protest has happened with community members rallying to challenge native forest destruction in logging areas. In efforts to stop logging, staunch activist Moggy has locked on to a gate and machinery and halted logging for three days. Ed spoke with them about the effort. We hear an excerpt from the Doin' Time show, which airs on Mondays from 4 - 5pm. Listen back to more episodes here. Host Marisa speaks with Ilo Diaz about the shooting of Abdifatah Ahmed in Footscray. The interview begins with information about Ilo and the centre against racial profiling. It's important in that it provides some excellent context in the racist violence that led to Abdifatah Ahmed's death. Ilo Diaz from the centre against racial profiling has worked directly with communities experiencing human rights abuses in 'melbourne', South America and Palestine. His background is in human righgtsn observing in areas of conflict. Ilo also volunteers withy melbourne activist legal support providing his expertise to legal observer teams that observe police actions in protest. Stay updated with the Centre Against Racial Profiling on instagram.   We then hear Tiny Sparks and Turning Points, a bulletin from our good friends at the Commons Social Change Library. Today, they'll bring us some radical events over the years that changed this continent. This feature is looking at the month of August over our collective history, and will come to listeners on the first Monday of every month, at 8AM.It is a good example of why we need to remember our history in order to build a better future.For now, a big thank you to our friends at The Commons Social Change Library. You can find their work at www.commonslibrary.org & read more radical history events on this page compiled by TCSCL here. The show ends with an interview with a community activist/comrade regarding locking on at demolition of public towers which has taken place today at Flemington and at other public housing towers across Naarm.  SONGS PLAYED:The Revolution Will Not Be Televised - Gil Scott-HeronRebel Girl - Bikini Kill

According to the world's biggest bird survey, clearing rainforest to make way for cattle farms is even more harmful to biodiversity than we thought.Writer: James TapperProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Ada BaruméEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Researchers at UC Santa Cruz found that sunflower sea stars could help kelp forests recover by scaring away sea urchins. And, United States Rep. Jimmy Panetta called for congressional oversight in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities.

Aaron Elton, a pioneer in sustainable business devoted to combating deforestation. With earnest passion and innovative approaches, Elton recounts his journey from a career in cinematography to spearheading a global vision for environmental restoration. Addressing extinction-level impacts of deforestation, Elton's iteration reveals how his revolutionary methods aim to revive our natural world, while simultaneously presenting lucrative opportunities through commerce.Elton discusses the significance of tropical forests, elucidating their role in housing over 80% of terrestrial genomes. He emphasizes how leveraging the Moringa tree, known for its resilience and potent health benefits, can serve as a keystone in reversing ecological damage while contributing to human health. His dedication towards building ethical businesses to support these efforts is evidenced by his strategic move into the herbal medicine market. Elton's narrative unveils a potential paradigm shift, accentuating how intentional consumer choices and informed business practices could foster a more sustainable future.Key Takeaways:Aaron Elton transformed from a cinematographer to an eco-conscious entrepreneur focused on healing the planet through business-driven reforestation strategies.The tropical forests, critical for preserving land-based genetics, are under threat, making Aaron's mission to restore them pressing and crucial.Moringa trees, central to Elton's vision, offer powerful antioxidant properties and serve as a pioneer species resilient to harsh environmental conditions.Investments in rural communities and conscious consumerism are pivotal avenues through which deforestation can be countered and sustainably transformed into profitable enterprises.Elton's methodologies illustrate how integrating earth repair sciences into commerce could effectively tackle global malnutrition, poverty, and ecological degradation.Notable Quotes:"The fate of our environment is entirely within our control.""As we destroy these forest ecologies, we're wiping out species off the face of the earth.""What I say to people is I just educate them, I teach them. And that has a major, major impact.""Through commerce and through ethical purchasing power, we can reverse deforestation.""I've been falling down that rabbit hole for the last 14 years and I'm still discovering new stuff about the Moringa plant every day."Connect with Aaron Elton:Linkedin - Aaron (H.E. Ambassador Dr.) Elton Connect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

We asked, and you responded with your tips and comments on what you all do to keep safe from crime while enjoying your National Parks, Forests, and other Wild Places! We love hearing from you so keep the comments coming!Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Cooling out the conflagration: Caroline welcomes the return of Diana Beresford Kroeger, and her latest book, “Our Green Heart – The Soul and Science of Forests” Offered as a KPFA pledge enticement … “Diana Beresford-Kroeger is a world recognized author, medical biochemist, botanist and climate change visionary. She possesses a unique understanding of modern western science and ancient Celtic knowledge. Orphaned in Ireland in her youth, Beresford-Kroeger was educated by her Irish elders who instructed her in the Brehon knowledge of plants and nature. Told at a young age that one day she would need to bring this ancient Celtic knowledge to a troubled future, Beresford-Kroeger has done exactly that. Diana has been working to preserve the environment since the early 1960s when she identified climate change as one of the most important challenges we would face in the modern age. This set her on a course of rigorous scientific study where she achieved a masters in botany and two PHD's – one in biochemistry and the other in biology.” The new book as described by her editor, Anne Collins at Random House Canada: “In a nutshell, these essays show us all the many ways we are bound for our survival to one another and to the natural world, bound from the atomic level to the planetary one. The simple message is to listen hard to the trees, which hold the cheapest, least intrusive means of ameliorating climate change there is: they are our lungs, our oxygen, and as Diana said in one of her blunter moments on the phone with me, our best means to stop ****ing everything up so our children and grandchildren will survive. Each essay show us a slice of the natural world, with all its wonders, through her unique lens, which stresses the way our health (individually and as a species) is tied to the health of the forest around us—a tie materialism and greed and ignorance tries hard to ignore, with dire and unfolding consequences.”   calloftheforest.ca dianaberesford-kroeger.com/about-diana The post The Visionary Activist Show – The Soul and Science of Forests appeared first on KPFA.

The Roadless Rule is a U.S. Forest Service regulation that protects inventoried roadless areas from certain timber activities and construction within the national forest system, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The rule has been in effect since 2001, but U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced recently the Trump administration plans to rescind the rule. We learn more about how the regulation affects Oregon and its forests from Travis Joseph, the president and CEO of the American Forest Resource Council, and Steve Pedery, the conservation director of Oregon Wild

When it's predictable and wildlife is well adapted, natural flooding can create a biological bonanza. In the Amazon River Basin, which holds one-fifth of the world's fresh water, annual rains can raise water levels 30 to 40 feet in just days. Forests turn into vast lakes, dotted with trees, while a massive push of sediment erects new islands almost overnight. It's a lush world that's home to some of the world's most iconic birds, including toucans, macaws, kingfishers, tiger-herons, and this Russet-backed Oropendola.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.

Let's define plantations and natural forests and talk about what we can expects from the lumber coming from plantations. Also how plantations can evolve into natural forests. Ultimately why do we need plantations and why do we need natural forests. Also answer some questions about air drying and dealing with bugs as well as drying large timbers.

Oregon has no shortage of waterfalls, towering trees, and postcard-worthy views. But seasoned adventurers know there's a whole other side to the outdoors that you won't find on normal trail maps. We're talking about abandoned classic cars, forgotten train tunnels, and unconventional campsites. Today on City Cast Portland, Norther Emily from Wild Solitude Guiding is sharing some of the strange and surprising things you can find off the beaten path. Plus, she has tips for how to find them when your trail app falls short. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm recording this in the aftermath of what I consider a largely failed Legislative session in Oregon and the passage of what will likely be remembered as one of the most extreme and destructive pieces of legislation in modern history at the federal level, aka the One Big Bill.On the state level, Democrats failed to pass their major priority, a much needed transportation funding overhaul, despite having supermajorities in both chambers, and also failed on a number of other legislative fronts.  I plan to devote multiple episodes in the coming weeks and months on Oregon (and hopefully Washington) politics, but this episode is going to focus on the disaster that is the current federal administration and ruling party.Today's episode is a recording of a presentation by members of the Pacific Northwest Forest Climate Alliance (PNWFCA) untangling the nefarious and overlapping schemes and policies designed to privatize and clearcut our public lands.Speakers:Alex Budd, Coordinator for the Pacific Northwest Forest Climate Alliance Lauren Anderson, Climate Forest Program Manager, Oregon WildLia Brewster, Conservation Campaign Strategist, Sierra ClubKatie Bilodeau, Staff Attorney, Wilderness Watchhttps://www.instagram.com/coastrangeradio/

Planting lots of trees is one of many strategies being pursued to combat climate change. Forests absorb carbon dioxide, provide shade, and help regulate temperatures. They also support biodiversity and improve air and water quality. According to a new study by researchers from the University of California – Riverside, restoring forests to their pre-industrial extent […]

Come with us to Arab, Alabama, to meet Phyllis Light, herbalist, responsible forager, native plant conservation advocate, founder of the Appalachian Center for Natural Health, and author of Southern Folk Medicine: Healing Traditions from the Appalachian Fields and Forests. Phyliss Light was born on Brindlee Mountain, in this southwest extension of the Appalachian Mountains, into a family with Creek and Cherokee Indian roots. She learned herbalism from her grandmother, and spent long days of her childhood “gleaning” – harvesting wild foods and medicines, fishing and hunting, with her father. “It was a very practical kind of herbalism,” Phyliss explains, “if it didn't work, we didn't use it. We didn't have the money to go to the doctor unless it was something drastic.” As an adult she was an apprentice of the late Tommie Bass, the world-renowned healer known as “the Herb Doctor of Shinbone Ridge.” Although she has taught herbal medicine across the US, she has lived her whole life, and raised her family, on Brindlee Mountain. “There are over four thousand species of plants in this state,” she says, “and this is the place I know best-I've never needed to live anywhere else.”  Her book, Traditional Southern Folk Medicine, combines her unmatched knowledge of native plant medicine with deeply researched history into how this uniquely American healing tradition evolved, and how it has never been more relevant or needed than it is today.     

A three-day ice storm in northern Michigan early this spring left 145,000 people without power, some for weeks. Three months later, clean-up efforts are focused on millions of acres of the state's forests, where broken and fallen trees could affect the forest's long-term health.

In this immersive episode of Travel Stories with Moush, we journey into the soul of #oman  with Sariya Al Ismaili from  Visit Oman. From lush green #mountains and dazzling coastlines to centuries-old #traditions and unforgettable #local encounters, this episode is your insider guide to one of the most #underrated and culturally rich destinations in the Middle East.  If you've ever wanted to experience an authentic Middle Eastern destination that effortlessly blends ancient tradition with breathtaking nature, Oman is it. This is a heartfelt guide full of reasons to add Oman to your 2025 travel list.This episode also marks our exciting collaboration with Connections Luxury - the world's leading community for decision-makers in luxury travel.Episode Highlights:• Muscat: A perfect base with close proximity to mountains, desert and sea.• Muscat Corniche & Mutrah Souk: Traditional markets, panoramic views and iconic mosques.• Daymaniyat Islands: Just 40 mins by boat - renowned for diving, whale shark sightings and sea turtles.• Jabal Akhdar (The Green Mountain): Agriculture-led tourism with fig, rose and pomegranate picking. Jabal Al Akhdar is also home to cool temperatures, traditional rosewater distilleries and immersive village life.• Nizwa: The star of 2025. Home to Friday livestock markets, live cooking of traditional Omani bread, heritage homes and authentic cuisine.• Barr Al Hikman: Called the "Maldives of the Middle East", with untouched white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters and raw nature for the adventurous traveler.• Via Ferrata Climb in Jabal Akhdar: For thrill seekers.• Forests of Salalah: Discover Oman's southern greenery, waterfalls and rich cultural heritage.• Experiential Dining: Eat with local families, learn to cook traditional recipes.• Sustainability & Heritage Tourism: Over 150 licensed heritage homes run by Omanis, offering authentic and eco-conscious stays.Connect with Visit Oman at:www.visitoman.omThank you all for tuning in today! I hope our conversations have sparked your wanderlust and inspired you to see the world in new and exciting ways.If you enjoyed this episode, please hit that subscribe button here, or on your favorite podcast platform. Subscribing is the best way to support the show and it helps us bring you more incredible travel stories and grow this amazing community of explorers.I'd love to hear from you! What destinations or guests should we feature next? Drop a comment, leave a rating, or write a review - it truly makes a difference.Stay connected with me on Instagram @moushtravels to find out who's joining me next week. You can also explore all past episodes and destinations mentioned by our guests on www.moushtravels.com or in the episode show notes.Thanks for listening! Until next time, safe travels and keep adventuring. "Want a spotlight on our show? Visit https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/moushtravels and align your brand with our audience."Connect with me on the following:Instagram @moushtravelsFacebook @travelstorieswithmoushLinkedIn @Moushumi BhuyanYou Tube @travelstorieswithmoush

In this episode, Tracey Testo-Smith, Agroforestry and Natural Resources Program Manager at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties, is our guest. The topic is a timely one, Carbon and Forests. Climate change and its ramifications have made us aware of the importance of halting excessive release of carbon as CO2 into the atmosphere. One of the main agents of sequestering and storing carbon on the planet is the planet's network of forests and woodlands. Tracey explains the importance of sequestering (gathering) and storage of carbon molecules in the tissue of plants. Trees are made up of fifty percent carbon, and as they grow and mature, they collect more molecules during their lifespan. Even after death, they hold the carbon until the stage at which they begin to decay. Even then, the carbon may be absorbed into the soil and continue to be stored there. Carbon exists in “pools” of standing live trees, the forest floor, and dead and decaying wood and leaf litter. In a healthy forest, the cycle continues for years. Forest owners, who are aware of these facts, strive to maintain healthy systems, and are encouraged to assess their property for value and balance. There are many carbon “market” programs in place to try to encourage landowners to keep a healthy carbon control in place, some regulatory, like in California, and many voluntary, both private and in cooperation with state and local governments. One in particular is the Family Forest Carbon Program, for owners with thirty or more acres of woodland. In conjunction with the Nature Conservancy, it gives smaller forest owners financial incentive to keep acreage in woodlands, and can provide long term contracts with some payments and access to forestry advice, planning, inventory and data.As owners of woodlots, Tim and Jean had many questions about specifics. Acknowledging that the most efficient carbon sequestration and storage happen in a healthy forest, Tracey addresses nine management strategies available. Among them are deer management, with deer exclosures getting considerable attention. How to recognize success can consist of monitoring the impact of such stresses as insects, diseases, population of invasives, and tracking the inventory of plants and other data. The goals are regeneration, a healthy canopy, and a balance of young and older growth plants. Tracey also has information about scorecards for keeping your forest healthy, and her office as well as many partner agencies can provide help and information. Hosts: Tim Kennelty and Jean Thomas Guest: Tracey Testo-Smith Photo by: Jean Thomas Production Support: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Amy Meadow, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski, Jean Thomas Resources

2023 Weatherford Award Finalist, Nonfiction How can the craft of musical instrument making help reconnect people to place and reenchant work in Appalachia? How does the sonic search for musical tone change relationships with trees and forests? Following three craftspeople in the mountain forests of Appalachia through their processes of making instruments, Finding the Singing Spruce: Musical Instrument Makers and Appalachia's Mountain Forests (West Virginia UP, 2023) considers the meanings of work, place, and creative expression in drawing music from wood. Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth explores the complexities and contradictions of instrument-making labor, which is deeply rooted in mountain forests and expressive traditions but also engaged with global processes of production and consumption. Using historical narratives and sensory ethnography, among other approaches, he finds that the craft of lutherie speaks to the past, present, and future of the region's work and nature. From West Virginia University Press Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth PhD is Director and Curator of the Gordon Art Galleries at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. He earned a PhD and MA in Anthropology from the University of Kentucky and a BA in Anthropology and History from the University of Virginia. He has held research, teaching, and administrative positions in Anthropology and Folklore Studies through his work with the Smithsonian Institution's Asian Cultural History Program, the University of Kentucky Department of Anthropology and Appalachian Center, and The Ohio State University Department of Comparative Studies and Center for Folklore Studies. Rachel Hopkin PhD is a folklorist and audio producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

2023 Weatherford Award Finalist, Nonfiction How can the craft of musical instrument making help reconnect people to place and reenchant work in Appalachia? How does the sonic search for musical tone change relationships with trees and forests? Following three craftspeople in the mountain forests of Appalachia through their processes of making instruments, Finding the Singing Spruce: Musical Instrument Makers and Appalachia's Mountain Forests (West Virginia UP, 2023) considers the meanings of work, place, and creative expression in drawing music from wood. Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth explores the complexities and contradictions of instrument-making labor, which is deeply rooted in mountain forests and expressive traditions but also engaged with global processes of production and consumption. Using historical narratives and sensory ethnography, among other approaches, he finds that the craft of lutherie speaks to the past, present, and future of the region's work and nature. From West Virginia University Press Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth PhD is Director and Curator of the Gordon Art Galleries at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. He earned a PhD and MA in Anthropology from the University of Kentucky and a BA in Anthropology and History from the University of Virginia. He has held research, teaching, and administrative positions in Anthropology and Folklore Studies through his work with the Smithsonian Institution's Asian Cultural History Program, the University of Kentucky Department of Anthropology and Appalachian Center, and The Ohio State University Department of Comparative Studies and Center for Folklore Studies. Rachel Hopkin PhD is a folklorist and audio producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Unearth Inner Peace: A Summer Journey in Bornholm's Forests Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-07-09-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede varmt gennem de højre trækroner i Bornholms skove.En: The sun shone warmly through the tall treetops in the Bornholms forests.Da: Luftens duft af fyrretræ og blide brise skabte en perfekt ramme for en sommer-retræte.En: The scent of pine and gentle breezes created a perfect setting for a summer retreat.Da: Midt i denne grønne oase lå retreatens enkle hytter omkring en fælles meditationshal.En: In the middle of this green oasis lay the retreat's simple cabins around a communal meditation hall.Da: Her var Niels på jagt efter indre fred.En: Here, Niels was in search of inner peace.Da: Det var Niels' første dag, og allerede følte han roen skylle ind over ham.En: It was Niels' first day, and he already felt the calm wash over him.Da: Han havde drømme om klarhed, og måske ville skovens stilhed give ham svarene.En: He had dreams of clarity, and perhaps the silence of the forest would give him the answers.Da: Mens han sad i sin hytte, dukkede Astrid op.En: As he sat in his cabin, Astrid appeared.Da: Hun bar på en energi, der føltes næsten elektrisk i denne tyste skov.En: She carried an energy that felt almost electric in this quiet forest.Da: Hun havde en naturlig nysgerrighed, ikke mindst for arkæologiens skjulte historier.En: She had a natural curiosity, particularly for the hidden stories of archaeology.Da: Senere samme eftermiddag deltog gruppen i en fælles meditation.En: Later that afternoon, the group participated in a communal meditation.Da: Tiden gik stille, indtil man kunne høre en stille spænding i rummet.En: Time passed quietly until a quiet tension could be felt in the room.Da: "Se!"En: "Look!"Da: udbrød Astrid pludselig, selvom hun forsøgte at hviske.En: Astrid suddenly exclaimed, though she tried to whisper.Da: Hun havde fundet noget i jorden foran sig.En: She had found something in the ground in front of her.Da: Det var en lille, glimtende genstand, dækket af jord.En: It was a small, shimmering object, covered with soil.Da: Resten af gruppen betragtede den med blandet fascination og uro.En: The rest of the group regarded it with mixed fascination and unease.Da: Niels så på artifact, men han kunne ikke undgå at føle en indre uro.En: Niels looked at the artifact, but he couldn't help but feel an inner unease.Da: Han ønskede en flugt fra forstyrrelser.En: He sought an escape from disturbances.Da: Men Astrid, med sine strålende øjne, spurgte forsigtigt: "Niels, vil du ikke hjælpe mig?En: But Astrid, with her bright eyes, carefully asked, "Niels, won't you help me?Da: Jeg tror, der er en historie herinde."En: I think there's a story here."Da: Planen om fred begyndte at brydes.En: The plan for peace began to break.Da: Niels tøvede.En: Niels hesitated.Da: Han ville have ro, men lige der, i Astrids gnist, så han også en mulighed for noget uventet.En: He wanted peace, but right there, in Astrid's spark, he also saw an opportunity for something unexpected.Da: Efter et kort øjeblik nikkede han modvilligt.En: After a brief moment, he reluctantly nodded.Da: "Okay, lad os finde ud af, hvad det her er."En: "Okay, let's find out what this is."Da: De to begav sig ud i skoven for at finde svar.En: The two ventured into the forest to find answers.Da: Med hver krok og afkrog afsløredes stykket artifacts historie mere og mere.En: With each nook and cranny, the artifact's history was revealed more and more.Da: De opdagede, at det stammede fra en gammel bornholmsk tradition, som tidligere havde samlet folk i fest og fællesskab.En: They discovered that it originated from an old Bornholm tradition, which had previously gathered people in celebration and community.Da: Med hvert trin, følte Niels en fornyet forbindelse til både sig selv og omgivelserne.En: With each step, Niels felt a renewed connection to both himself and his surroundings.Da: Endelig, efter en hel dag i skoven, satte de sig sammen med de andre deltagere, og delte deres fund.En: Finally, after a whole day in the forest, they sat together with the other participants and shared their findings.Da: Det, der engang var en kilde til forstyrrelse for Niels, blev nu en vej til indsigt.En: What had once been a source of disturbance for Niels became a path to insight.Da: Han følte en ro ved at forstå, at fred ikke altid betød stilhed, men også kom fra forbindelse og opdagelse.En: He felt a peace in understanding that tranquility didn't always mean silence, but also came from connection and discovery.Da: Artefakten blev givet til det lokale museum, hvor dens historie nu er fortalt til mange flere.En: The artifact was given to the local museum, where its story is now told to many more.Da: Retreaten sluttede, men Niels gik hjem med en ny forståelse.En: The retreat ended, but Niels went home with a new understanding.Da: Han havde fundet sin fred, ikke i fravær af forstyrrelse, men i accepten af det uventede.En: He had found his peace, not in the absence of disturbance, but in the acceptance of the unexpected.Da: Den sommer blev en rejse til både indre og ydre opdagelser.En: That summer became a journey of both inner and outer discoveries. 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2023 Weatherford Award Finalist, Nonfiction How can the craft of musical instrument making help reconnect people to place and reenchant work in Appalachia? How does the sonic search for musical tone change relationships with trees and forests? Following three craftspeople in the mountain forests of Appalachia through their processes of making instruments, Finding the Singing Spruce: Musical Instrument Makers and Appalachia's Mountain Forests (West Virginia UP, 2023) considers the meanings of work, place, and creative expression in drawing music from wood. Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth explores the complexities and contradictions of instrument-making labor, which is deeply rooted in mountain forests and expressive traditions but also engaged with global processes of production and consumption. Using historical narratives and sensory ethnography, among other approaches, he finds that the craft of lutherie speaks to the past, present, and future of the region's work and nature. From West Virginia University Press Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth PhD is Director and Curator of the Gordon Art Galleries at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. He earned a PhD and MA in Anthropology from the University of Kentucky and a BA in Anthropology and History from the University of Virginia. He has held research, teaching, and administrative positions in Anthropology and Folklore Studies through his work with the Smithsonian Institution's Asian Cultural History Program, the University of Kentucky Department of Anthropology and Appalachian Center, and The Ohio State University Department of Comparative Studies and Center for Folklore Studies. Rachel Hopkin PhD is a folklorist and audio producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/music

2023 Weatherford Award Finalist, Nonfiction How can the craft of musical instrument making help reconnect people to place and reenchant work in Appalachia? How does the sonic search for musical tone change relationships with trees and forests? Following three craftspeople in the mountain forests of Appalachia through their processes of making instruments, Finding the Singing Spruce: Musical Instrument Makers and Appalachia's Mountain Forests (West Virginia UP, 2023) considers the meanings of work, place, and creative expression in drawing music from wood. Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth explores the complexities and contradictions of instrument-making labor, which is deeply rooted in mountain forests and expressive traditions but also engaged with global processes of production and consumption. Using historical narratives and sensory ethnography, among other approaches, he finds that the craft of lutherie speaks to the past, present, and future of the region's work and nature. From West Virginia University Press Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth PhD is Director and Curator of the Gordon Art Galleries at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. He earned a PhD and MA in Anthropology from the University of Kentucky and a BA in Anthropology and History from the University of Virginia. He has held research, teaching, and administrative positions in Anthropology and Folklore Studies through his work with the Smithsonian Institution's Asian Cultural History Program, the University of Kentucky Department of Anthropology and Appalachian Center, and The Ohio State University Department of Comparative Studies and Center for Folklore Studies. Rachel Hopkin PhD is a folklorist and audio producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-south

For a lot of Americans, geography is just a middle school subject or a trivia night category at their neighborhood bar. But for Professor Kendra McSweeney, the “invisible field” of geography is a way to understand the relationship between people and their environment, from adaptation to climate change to how the drug trade impacts biodiverse forests in Colombia. In this episode, McSweeney highlights how her dynamic career as an academic has taken her from Canada to eastern Honduras, and talks about the thought process behind lectures such as “Viewing Political Ecology Through the Lens of the Tree of Heaven,” an enlightening take on the so-called invasive tree that is providing crucial shade in neighborhoods in the US.

This is episode 230, From Knysna's Burning Forests to Tolstoy's War and Peace: The World in 1869. Globally, the end of the sixth decade of the 19th Century was full of fire and brimbstone, and some technology, social change, significant moments. The construction of the the Port Nolloth-O'okiep railway line is one notable tech development, but on the down side, the Southern Cape experienced a devastating fire that began in early February in the Meiringspoort area of the Swartberg Mountains, destroying numerous homesteads and ancient yellowoods. More about this in a few minutes. IN the United States, Elizabeth Cady Stanton testified before the U.S. Congress, thus becoming the first woman to do so, and later in 1869, Stanton and Susan B. Anthony formed the National Woman Suffrage Association. Sainsbury's opened in Drury Lane in London in May, Boston University was founded in the same month. A month later, John Hyatt patented celluloid in Albany New York, a product created by mixing nitrocellulose and camphor — thus creating the basis for the coming film revolution. Like all good ideas, Hyatt had actually bought the original patent from Englishman Alexander Parkes who couldn't figure out how to make money from his invention. It's amazing how many inventions were co-opted by entrepreneurs after the inventor struggled to make a buck out of a good idea. Take the common computer mouse, invented by Stanford Research Unit student Douglas Engelbart in the early 1960s. In the late 1970s, almost two decades after the mouse's invention, Apple's Steve Jobs saw a mouse being demonstrated along with what was called graphical user interface, GUI, at Xerox labs in Palo Alto California. November the 17 however, was probably one of the most significant dates in the calendar when it came to the Cape, because that was the date that the Suez Canal was completed. For the first time in history, ships could now sail through the canal, linking the Red Sea to the Mediterranean, shortening the voyages between Europe and the far east by months. In Cape Town, there was fear and loathing about the Canal. And so, to South Africa, let's retrace our steps to February 1869. It began, as such stories often do, with a wisp of smoke on the horizon. According to the local newspapers, the fire that would become known ominously as the Great Fire of 1869 was first spotted on the 8th February. The conditions were perfect for a catastrophe. Southern Cape berg winds, searing, north-westerly to north-easterly gusts, swept down from the heights. Born of a low-pressure system sliding from west to east, they could reach gale-force strength, tearing through valleys like invisible predators. By the time the flames were first seen near Knysna, the air shimmered with heat, the humidity was almost non-existent, and the vegetation which was parched after years of relentless drought, stood waiting, tinder-dry.But in February 1869, the fire dominated every horizon. From its first sparks, it began a horrifying march: sweeping west towards Swellendam, east to Uitenhage, and threading through the Langkloof valley north of the Outeniqua Mountains. Then, inexorably, it spilled down towards the coast, devouring all in its path, Great Brak River, Victoria Bay, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay.

The Trump Administration has announced it seeks to revoke the “Roadless Rule,” the 2001 regulation limiting U.S. Forest Service activities in unroaded areas of our National Forests. Guests Kimberly Baker of the Environmental Protection Information Center (EPIC) and Scott Greacen of Friends of the Eel River join the program to discuss the history and purpose behind defending roadless areas and what this new attack on our public lands means for clean water, fish and wildlife, and recreation.More information on the history of the Roadless Rule can be found here.Support the show

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Thursday, July 3, 2025.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate and share her daily news digest with our audience. Tune in every morning to the TRNN podcast feed to hear the latest important news stories from Canada and worldwide.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

"Act according to your conscience"Mr C V Sankar, a 1982-batch IAS officer, served the nation for 34 years in various distinguished roles in the Government of Tamil Nadu, including as Secretary, Principal Secretary, and Additional Chief Secretary in departments such as Industries, Environment and Forests, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, and Municipal Administration and Water Supply, among others. He also served as the District Collector of Coimbatore.He is widely recognised for his outstanding service in coordinating the massive Tsunami Rescue and Relief Programme in 2004, managing the USD 2 billion worth Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Projects funded by the World Bank, UNDP, and other international agencies, and conducting Tamil Nadu's first Global Investors Meet. These initiatives reflect not only his sharp administrative acumen but also his commitment to the timeless values of Truth and Righteousness.After his first darshan of Bhagawan in the late 1980s, Swami's words became the guiding compass of his life. In this Satsang, he shares how Bhagawan's teachings inspired and directed his every action in his decades of service to the people of Tamil Nadu.

In this week's episode, a controversial provision to sell off over a million acres of public land has been blocked, but significant cuts to National Park funding are still proceeding. We cover the construction of a massive migrant detention center inside a national preserve, sparking legal actions and protests. Yellowstone's iconic hot spring tragically claims the life of a bison, and new signs asking visitors to report negative information about Americans are causing quite a stir. We also bring you critical safety updates from Rocky Mountain National Park, the transition to cashless payment systems at two parks, and more. Find the Slinky Stove that's right for your next adventure at: https://www.slinkystove.com/?ref=PARKography Join the PARKography Facebook group to discuss this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/parkography 00:00 Introduction 01:31 Controversial Public Land Sales Blocked 02:27 Rescinding the Roadless Rule 03:28 New National Park Signage Sparks Protests 04:45 Migrant Detention Center in National Preserve 06:15 National Parks Move to Cashless Payments 07:36 Tragic Bison Incident at Yellowstone 09:41 Safety Updates from Rocky Mountain National Park 10:28 White Nose Syndrome in Bats 11:28 Ken Burns' American Revolution Series 12:59 Conclusion

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Exploring Permaculture in Forestry with Andrew Millison | In the Woods Podcast In this episode of 'In the Woods' podcast, hosted by Lauren Grand of Oregon State University's Extension Service, we delve into the application of permaculture principles in forestry. Joined by Andrew Millison, a seasoned permaculture designer and educator, we uncover how permaculture oriented thinking—ranging from road placements to water harvesting and species diversity—can transform forest management for long-term health, productivity, and resilience. Learn about practical examples from Oregon and global insights, including innovative projects in India and Sub-Saharan Africa. Whether you are an experienced forester or a small woodland owner, this episode is packed with actionable insights and advanced strategies to enhance ecological sustainability and economic benefits in forestry. 00:00 Introduction to In the Woods Podcast00:35 Meet Your Host and Today's Topic00:58 Introduction to Permaculture with Andrew Millison02:13 Permaculture Principles in Forestry04:05 Water Harvesting and Road Placement06:05 Long-Term Forest Development and Diversity09:41 Real-World Examples of Permaculture in Action13:00 Permaculture in Global Contexts19:54 Practical Applications for Landowners25:06 Low-Cost, High-Impact Permaculture Techniques30:33 Lightning Round and Final Thoughts34:32 Closing Remarks and Credits

We look into a friend's eye. What is really there? Look deeply, checking for virtualities, pixels, AI. Then ask the friend to save your life. 90 corporate jets, belonging to friends of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez, are landing in Venice for the wedding. They might lose their way and fly to Gaza, where children wait on the runways, surround the planes, and tear the billionaires from their jets… eating them alive.  With each bite, the children encourage the trees of Gaza, which are laughing underground. (Trees remain in Gaza in the form of roots.)

This week's critter of the week will resonate with highly observant nature lovers. You may have noticed strange little markings covering the surface of leaves, turns out these are actually tunnels created by some of our leaf mining insects. Insects like the leather-leaf star miner. As the name suggests, the caterpillars of these small brown moths make distinct star shapes on the leaves they mine through. As we have been looking at stars in the sky lately with the rising of Matariki, there are even more stars to find in our forests!

For the Sake of Forests and Gods: Governing Life and Livelihood in the Philippine Uplands (Cornell University Press, 2025) examines the impacts of religious and environmental non-governmental actors on the lives of highlanders on Palawan Island, the Philippines. The absence of the state in Palawan's mountainous regions have meant that these non-governmental actors have been able to increasingly assume governmental authority. Wolfram H. Dressler explores these actors' emergence, goals, and practices in Palawan to reveal their influence on regulating agricultural cultivation, forests, customary objects, healthcare, and value systems. Using a relational approach and based on more than two decades of experience in Palawan, Dressler explains the causes and consequences of converging religious and environmental nongovernmental reforms in indigenous upland spaces. The book aims to provoke us to critically reflect on the political consequences non-governmental actors have on upland peoples negotiating challenges of late capitalism, and advocates for indigenous communities to be able to do so on their own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

For the Sake of Forests and Gods: Governing Life and Livelihood in the Philippine Uplands (Cornell University Press, 2025) examines the impacts of religious and environmental non-governmental actors on the lives of highlanders on Palawan Island, the Philippines. The absence of the state in Palawan's mountainous regions have meant that these non-governmental actors have been able to increasingly assume governmental authority. Wolfram H. Dressler explores these actors' emergence, goals, and practices in Palawan to reveal their influence on regulating agricultural cultivation, forests, customary objects, healthcare, and value systems. Using a relational approach and based on more than two decades of experience in Palawan, Dressler explains the causes and consequences of converging religious and environmental nongovernmental reforms in indigenous upland spaces. The book aims to provoke us to critically reflect on the political consequences non-governmental actors have on upland peoples negotiating challenges of late capitalism, and advocates for indigenous communities to be able to do so on their own terms. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/southeast-asian-studies

For the Sake of Forests and Gods: Governing Life and Livelihood in the Philippine Uplands (Cornell University Press, 2025) examines the impacts of religious and environmental non-governmental actors on the lives of highlanders on Palawan Island, the Philippines. The absence of the state in Palawan's mountainous regions have meant that these non-governmental actors have been able to increasingly assume governmental authority. Wolfram H. Dressler explores these actors' emergence, goals, and practices in Palawan to reveal their influence on regulating agricultural cultivation, forests, customary objects, healthcare, and value systems. Using a relational approach and based on more than two decades of experience in Palawan, Dressler explains the causes and consequences of converging religious and environmental nongovernmental reforms in indigenous upland spaces. The book aims to provoke us to critically reflect on the political consequences non-governmental actors have on upland peoples negotiating challenges of late capitalism, and advocates for indigenous communities to be able to do so on their own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

An honest-to-goodness "Price is Right" challenge! Plus, tales of Las Vegas decadence and Lycurgus debauchery! In addition, a comedic definition of the word "Myrtle." All this and more on today's scintillating episode of "Obscure"!!! Oh, and we read the book a little, too.Support Obscure!Read Michael's substackFollow Michael on TwitterFollow Michael on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First up on the podcast, Staff Writer Erik Stokstad talks with host Sarah Crespi about how scientists are probing the world's hottest forests to better understand how plants will cope with climate change. His story is part of a special issue on plants and heat, which includes reviews and perspectives on the fate of plants in a warming world.   Next on the show, “convergent” antibodies may underlie the growing number of people allergic to peanuts. Sarita Patil, co-director of the Food Allergy Center at Massachusetts General Hospital and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, joins the podcast to discuss her research on allergies and antibodies. She explains how different people appear to create antibodies with similar gene sequences and 3D structures that react to peanut proteins—a big surprise given the importance of randomness in the immune system's ability to recognize harmful invaders.   This week's episode was produced with help from Podigy.   About the Science Podcast   Authors: Sarah Crespi; Erik Stokstad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode: 1389 The supply of wood: trouble along the Equator, good news to the North.  Today, some good news and some bad.

Firefighting is a career with an inherent cancer risk, but a full understanding of what those risks are has been elusive. An important registry designed to help understand the link between firefighters and cancer was taken offline on April 1 because of federal cuts, then restored six weeks later. Host Flora Lichtman discusses this with firefighter health researcher Sara Jahnke and reporter Murphy Woodhouse from Boise State Public Radio and the Mountain West News Bureau. Plus, pests and pathogens are ravaging keystone tree species in forests across the country. Flora discusses the innovative science behind breeding pest-resistant trees with Leigh Greenwood from The Nature Conservancy.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.