Podcasts about Insect

This week on Relic Radio Science Fiction, a story from 2000 Plus titled, The Insect. This episode was first heard May 17, 1950. Listen to more from 2000 Plus https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/SciFi937.mp3 Download SciFi937 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support Relic Radio Science Fiction Your support makes this show possible. If you'd like to help, visit donate.relicradio.com for more information. Thank you.

What if the key to better health, stronger communities and a more sustainable future lies beneath our feet? This week, I'm joined by author Robert Ashton to discuss his new book Down to Earth and explore our relationship with soil. From farming and education to mental health and conservation, Robert reveals why reconnecting with the land could be one of the most important challenges of our time. Benny's Insect of the Week: The Shieldbug Stalker Links Down to Earth by Robert Ashton Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Robert Ashton, you might also enjoy these episodes from the archives: Episode 328: Soil, Health & Nutrition In this episode, Sam Hamrebtan explores the links between soil health, food quality and human wellbeing. It's an excellent companion to Robert's discussion of our relationship with soil and the importance of caring for the living systems that sustain us. Episode 334: Food Farming Revolutionary In this episode, Joshua Sparkes discusses innovative approaches to farming and food production, challenging conventional ideas about agriculture and land use. It's a natural follow-on from Robert's reflections on regenerative farming, sustainability and how we can build a healthier relationship with the land.

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SpaceBuzz in action: Rocket shaped simulator enabling virtual journey to space touring Czechia, praying mantis named Czechia's Insect of the Year as the species spreads across the country, new Prague exhibition explores the hidden architecture behind Czechia's cottage culture

Wisconsin's grape growers have been keeping a close eye on the changing weather. Kiley Allan gets an early season forecast from Phillipe Coucard, owner/operator of Wollersheim Winery in Prairie du Sac. With 70 acres of vines to manage, his staff mobilizes early to evaluate conditions. He says so far things have been going well. Insect pressure has been low and so has early disease concerns. He already anticipates a smaller crop this year just because of the colder April temperatures the vines were exposed to. He emphasizes that sunlight is the critical factor for grape quality, as it directly drives sugar content, color, and flavor concentration. The optimal growing season for the vineyard consists of early spring rain followed by dry June and July, a single week of rain in August, and a completely dry stretch leading up to harvest. It looks like a nice weekend for developing in Wisconsin. Stu Muck says there will likely be some showers popping up again Saturday afternoon - but then the faucet shuts off and temperatures moderate into next week. Northwest Wisconsin soybean grower, Andy Bensend, is focused on the weather right now. He sits on the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board and knows that critical research, funded by soybean growers like him, is happening. Bensend explains how the board members prioritize the "buckets" to which checkoff dollars are designated. In-field research is critical. Bensend says Wisconsin's reputation for it's top-notch research team is well known in the upper Midwest and nationally. There's also the investment in new products and helping people understand what these products can do. This is all part of what the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board works on every day. Paid for by the WI Soybean Marketing Board. Grapes aren't the only unique Wisconsin crop watching the weather. Nathan Bula at Spears R Us in Adams has an asparagus crop depending on it. Bula says asparagus appeared earlier than he's ever seen - but then got delayed by April frost/freezes. He waited 11 days without a harvest for the spears to develop. Another big June Dairy celebration weekend is ahead. Dane county will welcome thousands of people to Swaindale Genetics in Deerfield on Saturday. With just 25 milking cows, this farm looks different than previous hosts. Gary Swain and his wife, Dana Kelly, explain why they're hosting and the story they want to share about family and community commitment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SpaceBuzz in action: Rocket shaped simulator enabling virtual journey to space touring Czechia, praying mantis named Czechia's Insect of the Year as the species spreads across the country, new Prague exhibition explores the hidden architecture behind Czechia's cottage culture

New World Screwworm made its way into the U.S. last week, but National Cattlemen's Beef Association CEO, Colin Woodall says his group was not caught by surprise at the announcement.

What if the secret to connecting more deeply with nature lies in the stories we tell about plants? This week, I'm joined by landscape architect and Plant Connection podcast host Lisa Cutshaw to explore how folklore, history, and careful observation can transform the way we see the natural world. Benny's Insect of the Week: The Harlequin Ladybird Links Website Instagram Plant Connection Spotify Apple Podcasts Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Lisa Cutshaw, you might also enjoy these episodes from the archives: Episode 53: Garden Design for Every Species In this episode, John Little shares his approach to creating gardens that support wildlife at every level, encouraging us to think beyond purely human needs and consider our place within a wider ecological community. It's a great companion to Lisa's reflections on reconnecting with nature and building meaningful relationships with the living world. Episode 219: The Wheel of the Year In this episode, Rebecca Beattie explores seasonal cycles, folklore, and our relationship with the natural world through the lens of the Wheel of the Year. It's a thoughtful follow-on from Lisa's discussion of plant stories, cultural meaning, and finding deeper connections with nature.

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This week Chris and Ed flash back to two big fears with tiny bodies: a swarm of bees that injured 24 people in France, and a government plan to breed and release millions of sterile flies to stop flesh-eating “man-eater” maggots from spreadingSHOW NOTESOriginally aired on Patreon: 08/28/25Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scared-all-the-time--7084296/support.Get the latest episodes of our bonus show NEW FEAR UNLOCKED -- and a whole lot more! --by supporting the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ScaredAllTheTime

Wednesday night, the USDA received official confirmation of the first case of New World Screwworm in Texas.

A dedication ceremony in the hill country of Texas.

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Can Falk crack the murder case or will he need help from Inspector Tropesmith, Speed Detective, Emerald Ash Borer or The Ad Hawk? You want a fast resolution or a satisfying one? Listen to find out!Has This Gun in My Hand Ever Happened To You?, episode 152 of This Gun in My Hand, was stunned, hawked, sped up and salvaged by Rob Northrup. This episode and all others are available on Youtube with automatically-generated closed captions of dialog. Visit http://ThisGuninMyHand.blogspot.com for credits, show notes, archives, and to buy my books, such as Sisyphus, Eat Your Heart Out, available in paperback and ebook from Amazon. Why have I gathered you all here today? This Gun in My Hand!Show Notes:1. Charters and Caldicott were two minor characters in Hitchcock's 1938 film The Lady Vanishes. Played by the actors Basil Radford and Naunton Wayne, the pair were popular enough to get three films of their own, though not with Hitchcock. After creative differences with the film studio in 1946, the actors appeared as similar characters with different names in seven other films and five BBC radio productions. A 1985 BBC television series rebooted Charters and Caldicott with new actors.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charters_and_Caldicott2.  “Sir, a woman has been murdered in your house, therefore it follows there must be a murderer.” That line is from a teaser for an actual British police procedural show. They use it in a promo on almost every dvd for Acorn TV and the dullness of it kills me every time.Credits:Music in this episode came from these public domain films:The Sun Sets at Dawn (1950), and Too Late for Tears (1949, aka Killer Bait). Most of the music and sound effects used in the episode are modified or incomplete versions of the originals.Music Title: Flight of the Carpenter BeeBy Steve ArntsonLicense: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0https://archive.org/details/Bildungsroman-7512Sound Effect Title: Mount Moganshan Insect Chorus by RTB45 License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0https://freesound.org/people/RTB45/sounds/325321/Insect chorus recorded one summer evening, Mount Moganshan, Zhejiang Provence, People's Republic of ChinaSound Effect Title: Car_motor_Sound.m4aLicense: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/people/Blizzard123/sounds/504633/#Sound Effect Title: Beep_Sequence_10.wav by AlienXXX License: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0https://freesound.org/s/267561/ Music Title: Spaceship Engine - noise + heavy beep by KnoplundLicense: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0https://freesound.org/people/Knoplund/sounds/371283/Music Title: PaixComposed and Performed by Alpha HydraeLicense: Public Domainhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Alpha_Hydrae/Peace_Love_Respect_Overdrive/Alpha_Hydrae_-_Alpha_Hydrae_-_Peace_Love_Respect_Overdrive_-_03_Paix/Music Title: HurhisComposed and Performed by Yellow OmmLicense: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0https://freemusicarchive.org/music/yellow-omm/single/hurhis/Sound Effect Title: Electric zap.wav by michael_grinnell License: Public domainhttps://freesound.org/s/512471/ Sound Effect Title: ELECTRIC_ZAP_001.wav by JoelAudio License: Public domainhttps://freesound.org/s/136542/ Sound Effect Title: Milagra.mp3 by foosiemac License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0https://freesound.org/s/76797/ Sound Effect Title: R30-34-Red Tailed Hawk.wav by craigsmith License: Public domainhttps://freesound.org/s/479610/ Song Title: The Fairy Queen, Z. 629Composed by Henry Purcell, 1692.Performed by Carl Pini, John Tunnell, Anthony Pini and Harold Lester.License: Public Domainhttps://musopen.org/music/11140-the-fairy-queen-z629/Music Title: Peer Gynt Suite no. 1, Op. 46 - I. Morning MoodComposed by Edvard GriegPerformed by Czech National Symphony OrchestraLicense: Public Domainhttps://musopen.org/music/777-peer-gynt-suite-no-1-op-46/Sound Effect Title: S10-19 Falling wooden beam; big interior crash; house collapses; long.wav by craigsmithLicense: Public Domainhttps://freesound.org/s/675967/ The image accompanying this episode is from Popular Detective Magazine, Volume 15, Number 3 (October 1938). Public domain, artist unknown.Image Alt text: Black and white drawing of a hand firing a revolver. Lines and smoke show the gun is discharging. Behind the gun is the shadow of the apparent shooting victim with both hands up and possibly wearing a policeman's hat. Above this drawing are the words HAS THIS GUN IN MY HAND EVER HAPPENED TO YOU?

Bees swarming around their insect hotel in a small city park and birds chirping in the background.Recorded in Goettingen, Germany by Gilberto Mazzoli.

"The recording immediately jumped out at me with its' chattering insects, bees and voices, and a little noise. "I wanted to draw tones from the buzzing and clicks to make something that felt like you were exploring the world through resonance and reflection."I did a little live modular jamming to explore the material first - which led to this idea of using the bees buzzing as a gateway into this alternative world and back again:https://www.youtube.com/live/LmFAG4Ry708"It's like you just got lost for a moment, briefly seeing the world a different way."Insect hotel in Goettingen reimagined by Warren Anthony.

F&C S2E8 - We quit our jobs to see DJ Flame and you should(n't) too! It's either that or eternity in the pain vortex and we both know you don't want that. Also, bring back trust falls, maybe Donald Glover as well. 

Claudio Lazzari, professor at France's University of Tours and lead investigator on a new study

Could a simple circular garden help solve food insecurity in some of the world's harshest climates? In this episode of Roots and All, I'm joined by Sam Evans, whose dissertation took him to Lesotho to explore keyhole gardens — ingenious compost-fed growing systems that help communities grow food sustainably in extreme conditions. We discuss how they work, the wider benefits they bring, and what they could teach us about growing food in a changing climate. Benny's Insect of the Week: Harlequin Ladybird Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Sam Evans, you might also like these conversations from the archives: Episode 23: Esiah Levy's SeedsShare Project A fascinating discussion about seed sovereignty, food growing and empowering communities through accessible, sustainable gardening initiatives — themes that closely connect with today's conversation about keyhole gardens and food security. Episode 185: Food Forests for Plant Lovers This episode explores resilient growing systems, biodiversity and regenerative planting approaches, making it a perfect companion to today's discussion on sustainable food production and climate-smart gardening.

Over the last half century, diseases carried by insects — such as malaria and dengue, Zika and Lyme disease — have greatly increased. Sociologists Brent Kaup and Kelly Austin argue that the surge in vector-borne disease has been fueled by neoliberal capitalism, at times in unexpected ways, such as through loosened financial regulations governing mortgages and health insurance, as well as the gutting of health care. (Encore presentation.) Brent Z. Kaup and Kelly F. Austin, The Pathogens of Finance: How Capitalism Breeds Vector-Borne Disease UC Press, 2025 The post Capitalism and Insect-Borne Diseases appeared first on KPFA.

What happens when a community garden becomes a lifeline for people, wildlife and an entire neighbourhood? In this episode, I'm chatting with Oliver Hayden from Walworth Garden about running a free community space in the heart of London, why gardening can drive real social change, and how reconnecting with nature can quietly transform lives. It's funny, thought-provoking and full of big questions about the way we live and garden. Benny's Insect of the Week: Four Banded Flower Bee Links You can find Walworth Garden online here: Official website: Walworth Garden Instagram: @walworthgarden on Instagram You can also visit the garden in person at 206 Manor Place, London SE17 3BN. Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Oliver Hayden, you might also like these conversations from the archives: Episode 323: Wildflowers, Community & Urban Nature A conversation exploring the importance of urban green spaces, biodiversity and the role community projects can  Episode 275: Community Gardening This episode looks at the social value of community gardening projects and the ways shared green spaces can support wellbeing, learning and local connection, making it a natural companion to today's discussion.

Gardeners often have a love-hate relationship with insects — loving the bees and ladybugs and hating the aphids and flea beetles, for example — but all insects have value, even if it isn't always apparent to us. To discuss how insect allies are important partners in gardens and elsewhere, joining me this week is entomologist and artist Barrett Klein. Podcast Links for Show Notes Download my free eBook 5 Steps to Your Best Garden Ever - the 5 most important steps anyone can do to have a thriving garden or landscape. It's what I still do today, without exception to get incredible results, even in the most challenging conditions. Subscribe to the joegardener® email list to receive weekly updates about new podcast episodes, seasonal gardening tips, and online gardening course announcements. Check out The joegardener® Online Gardening Academy for our growing library of organic gardening courses. Follow joegardener® on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter, and subscribe to The joegardenerTV YouTube channel.

What happens when the garden you love starts demanding more than you can give? In today's episode of Roots and All, I'm joined by garden writer Rhonda Fleming Hayes to explore how gardening changes as we age — from adapting high-maintenance spaces to embracing balcony gardens, community plots and slower, more meaningful ways of connecting with nature. Benny's Insect of the Week: Rose Chafer Beetle Links Garden for Life: Strategies for Easier, Greener, More Joyful Gardening as We Age by Rhonda Fleming Hayes Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Rhonda, you might also like these conversations from the archives: Episode 366: Universal Qualities of Healing Gardens Benjamin Vogt explores the restorative power of gardens and the ways thoughtfully designed spaces can support wellbeing, connection and healing throughout our lives — a fitting companion to today's discussion on gardening as we age. Episode 325: Growing in the Garden Emma O'Neill reflects on personal growth through gardening and the many ways our outdoor spaces evolve alongside us, echoing today's conversation about adapting gardens to changing needs and lifestyles.

Ever wondered who's really behind those nighttime chirps and buzzes? In this From the Woods Today segment, Jonathan Larson, UK Entomology dives into the fascinating world of insect songs—why insects make them, how to tell them apart, and what they can teach us about our forests.   Also on tap: What do you think about From the Woods Today? We invite you to share your feedback by participating in a short survey that is part of a research study. The survey takes no more than 5 minutes to complete. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. No compensation is provided, but your input will help us better understand our audience and improve future programming. Thank you for helping us grow From the Woods Today! Each episode has a video of the segment at this website. 4.29.26

Send us Fan MailDee and Carol talk about growing flowers and veggies in containers. For more info, check out our Substack newsletter. To watch on YouTube, click here.Links:From Southern Living Plant Collection It's A Breeze® Ivory Blush Rose. Carol's garden fairies reviewed her performance so far this spring in a blog post.Carol's blog post on forcing peonies into bloom in July.Insect of the WeekCrane flies. Flowers:Queen Tut papyrusTattoo™ Papaya VincaVegetables:Examples of veggies good for containers from Burpee: On-Deck Corn, Patio Baby Eggplant, Sweetheart of the Patio Tomato, Mocha Swirl Sweet Peppers, Hamburg Lettuce.On the Bookshelf:The Creative Container Garden by Anders Royneberg with Erik Schjenven (Amazon)Plus A Year Full of Pots: Container Flowers for All Seasons by Sarah Raven (Amazon)Dirt:Carol's spinstercore gardening, and a search on Pinterest… for Unusual Plant Containers. Rabbit Holes:Five for Sorrow, Ten for Joy, by Rumer Godden (1979). Watership Down by Richard Adams. And another Lost Lady of Garden Writing, Elda HaringA Garden to Visit:Wing Haven in Charlotte, North Carolina, the gardens of Elizabeth and Edwin Clarkson, and Elizabeth Lawrence.(If you'd like to support us, check out our affiliate links here. Book links are also affiliate links.)Support the showOn Instagram:  Carol: Indygardener, Dee: RedDirtRamblings, Our podcast: TheGardenangelists.On Facebook: The Gardenangelists' Garden Club.On YouTube.

The Carboniferous period is host to some of the largest arthropods to have ever lived. Giant taxa such as the griffenfly Meganuera and the millipede Arthropleura are almost talismanic and are often depicted in reconstructions of the period. Since many other groups also have giant representatives in the Carboniferous, what is it about this time that allows for arthropods to grow to such large sizes? Arthropods breathe very differently to how we do with many using a series of branching hollow tubes called trachea for gas exchange throughout the body. This tracheal system uses diffusion and advection to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide from areas of higher concentration to lower concentrations. In 1995, a study in the journal Nature suggested that elevated oxygen concentrations in the Carboniferous (approximately 30%, as opposed to 21% today) allowed for gigantism in arthropods since oxygen could diffuse deeper/further into their larger bodies. A recently published study in the same journal is now casting doubt on that interpretation and in this interview, we are joined by one of the authors, insect physiologist Prof. Jon Harrison from Arizona State University. He introduces us to the tracheal system and its link to the size of insects in the Carboniferous.

On this episode of The Agronomists, your host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Dr. Tyler Wist of AAFC Saskatoon and Dr. John Gavloski of Manitoba Ag to discuss early season insect feeding: focusing on flea beetle, cutworm, wireworm, and more! They also talk about about forecasts, control options, and economic thresholds. The Agronomists is brought... Read More

In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we talk with Dr. Joel Gardner from the WSU M.T. James Entomological Collection about native bees, including Dialictus sweat bees, and how new species are discovered. Joel explains how insect collections support research on pollinators and biodiversity in Washington, and why preserved specimens remain important for understanding ecological change over time. Resources mentioned in this episode, along with a full transcript, can be found on our website. (link opens in new window)  

Award-winning actor Jeff Goldblum talks to MS NOW's Ari Melber in this candid, sprawling and sometimes goofy conversation, as the two discuss Goldblum's work with directors such as Steven Spielberg and Wes Anderson, his many iconic roles, what he loves about jazz, and having his “weirdness” affirmed. This interview aired in 2022. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Christian welcome Rich Lovejoy from Gamers With Job Conference Call back to the show this week to discuss another video game union formalizing, Nintendo's big Star Fox 64 remake, Switch 2's price going up, and much more!The Playlist:Rich: Quartet, Banquet For Fools, Perfect Tides: Station to Station, Cyclopean: The Great Abyss, Caves of Qud, Obey the Insect GodChristian: Mixtape, Steam ControllerJeff: MixtapeParting Gifts!

This episode might just change the way you grow, shop, cook, and eat. Today I'm joined by returning guest Dave Goulson to talk about his new book, Eat the Planet Well, a practical guide to eating in a way that's healthy, affordable, and better for the planet. Even if you think you know the basics — and are wondering about Dave's shift from his usual nature writing — there's plenty here that will surprise you. Benny's Insect of the Week: Dark-edged Bee-fly With thanks to our sponsor  - roastinghouse.co.uk. get 25% extra free if you mention Roots and All or the insect of the week in the comments box at checkout.  Links Dave Goulson on instagram  Eat the Planet Well by Dave Goulson Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Dave, you might also like these conversations from the archives: Episode 334: Food Farming Revolutionary Joshua Sparkes shares a regenerative, soil-first approach to growing food that challenges conventional farming — a natural companion to today's discussion on rethinking how we produce and consume what we eat. Episode 328: Soil, Health & Nutrition Sam Hamrebtan explores the vital link between soil health and the nutritional value of our food, reinforcing the idea that what's good for the planet is also good for us.

Miss Collie brings her pet stick insect, Woody, to class, but halfway through the day, Woody mysteriously vanishes! Dodge, Woofer, and Jazz spring into action.

Podcast: Bites and Bytes Podcast (LS 26 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: Your Food Waste Has a Second Life. Meet Insect Agriculture with Dr. Heather Jordan & Cheryl PreyerPub date: 2026-05-05Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationMost people have never heard of insect agriculture. By the end of this episode, you'll wonder how you missed it.Bites & Bytes Podcast host Kristin King sits down with Dr. Heather Jordan, microbiologist, professor at Mississippi State University, and site director for the NSF-funded Center for Insect Biomanufacturing and Innovation (CIBI), and Cheryl Preyer, the center's industry liaison and former fast food executive, to unpack one of the most quietly consequential shifts happening in the global food system right now.For consumers, this is where your food waste is going next and why that matters for everything from the fish on your plate to the cost of your groceries. Black soldier fly, cricket, and mealworm farming aren't science fiction. They're converting food waste into high-quality livestock feed, fertilizer, and protein at scale. Research is even showing promise in using these insects to remove plastics, antibiotics, and heavy metals from our environment.For professionals in cyber-physical risk, OT security, and food and agriculture cybersecurity, pay attention. Insect agriculture facilities are automated, sensor-dependent production environments with real operational technology vulnerabilities, and this industry is scaling fast with limited security frameworks in place (aka a factory) This is the circular bioeconomy in action. And it already exists.---------------Guest Contact Information:Dr. Heather JordanProfessor of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Mississippi State University, and Site Director, Center for Insect Biomanufacturing and Innovation (CIBI)Cheryl PreyerIndustry Liaison Officer, Center for Insect Biomanufacturing and InnovationCenter for Insect Biomanufacturing and Innovation ---------------Episode Key Highlights‍ 00:08:01 — "I Traded Fries for Flies" — Cheryl's Origin Line00:11:49 — Insect Farming Is Livestock Farming00:12:37 — "Feed the Food That Feeds Us."00:16:02 — What a Black Soldier Fly Actually Does as an Adult00:23:19 — Why Organic Chickens Need Synthetic Methionine00:23:50 — The Lauric Acid and Coconut Connection00:28:34 — Using Everything But the Oink00:39:51 — The Cricket Densovirus Crisis That Wiped Out Facilities00:50:15 — Heather's West Africa Origin Story---------------

What happens when you follow a decades-long love affair with a place all the way to its shores? Victoria Bennett did exactly that, uprooting her life in Cumbria to start afresh on the windswept islands of Orkney — new garden, new climate, and an inspiring vision for a community apothecary space rooted in creativity, care, and the land itself. Benny's Insect of the Week: Orange-tip Butterly With thanks to our sponsor  - roastinghouse.co.uk. get 25% extra free if you mention Roots and All or the insect of the week in the comments box at checkout.  Links Author Website Victoria Bennett — Official Author Site  Books The Apothecary by the Sea — Waterstones  All My Wild Mothers — Amazon author page Instagram — @beewyld Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Victoria, you might also like these conversations from the archives: Episode 370: Remembering Our Nature Brigit Anna McNeill explores healing through plants, herbalism, folklore and ancestral connection — a beautiful companion to today's conversation about finding yourself through the natural world and the restorative power of putting down new roots.  Episode 368: Rooted In Purpose Robin Singh's journey from corporate life to growing his own food and living more intentionally echoes Victoria's themes of caregiving, community and choosing a life shaped by purpose rather than habit.

The Carboniferous period is host to some of the largest arthropods to have ever lived. Giant taxa such as the griffenfly Meganuera and the millipede Arthropleura are almost talismanic and are often depicted in reconstructions of the period. Since many other groups also have giant representatives in the Carboniferous, what is it about this time that allows for arthropods to grow to such large sizes? Arthropods breathe very differently to how we do with many using a series of branching hollow tubes called trachea for gas exchange throughout the body. This tracheal system relies upon the process of diffusion where oxygen and carbon dioxide will be exchanged from areas of higher concentration to lower concentrations. In 1995, a study in the journal Nature suggested that elevated oxygen concentrations in the Carboniferous (approximately 30%, as opposed to 21% today) allowed for gigantism in arthropods since oxygen could diffuse deeper/further into their larger bodies. A recently published study in the same journal is now casting doubt on that interpretation and in this interview, we are joined by one of the authors, insect physiologist Prof. Jon Harrison from Arizona State University. He introduces us to the tracheal system and its link to the size of insects in the Carboniferous.

Dane Wigington, founder of Geoengineering Watch, returns to discuss the most critical threat facing humanity: stratospheric aerosol injection and covert weather modification operations occurring globally. Throughout the interview, Wigington presents evidence that 40 to 60 million tons of toxic nanoparticles are being sprayed annually into the atmosphere under the guise of solar radiation management. He explains how these aerosol dispersions, which can be observed as grid patterns in the sky, contain harmful materials including aluminum and manufactured particles that have been independently tested and documented. Wigington emphasizes that this is not speculation but rather patented technology being deployed systematically, with photographic evidence of aircraft equipped with visible nozzles and scientific confirmation from atmospheric sampling conducted at altitude. The conversation expands into the broader consequences of these operations, including their role in ecological collapse, weather warfare capabilities, and deliberate perception management that labels legitimate concerns as conspiracy theory. Wigington highlights the cascading failures of Earth's life support systems: plankton populations down 90 percent, bee colonies collapsing by 70 percent, fish populations decimated, and tree cover reduced to one third of pre-civilization levels. He discusses HAARP and ionosphere heaters as amplifying weapons that can manipulate weather patterns and potentially trigger seismic events, while urging listeners to move beyond political divisions and recognize this as a species-level threat requiring immediate collective action and awareness. Main Points Covered: Stratospheric aerosol injection as documented geoengineering operation Aluminum and toxic nanoparticles in atmospheric dispersions HAARP as ionosphere heating weapon for weather manipulation Insect apocalypse and plankton population collapse Suppression of climate engineering information Legislative barriers and government denial Health implications of atmospheric contamination Perceived connection between geoengineering and ecological degradation Call for public awareness and individual action SEO Keywords: Geoengineering, chemtrails, stratospheric aerosol injection, weather modification, HAARP, Dane Wigington, weather warfare, climate engineering, atmospheric contamination, environmental collapse

Scott Gardner from the Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited's Burnaby office celebrates Arbor Day with us! In this episode, Scott and Doug talk about identifying and planting the right tree, why tree care matters year‑round and the emerald ash borer's serious threat to trees. To find your local Davey office, check out our find a local office page to search by zip code.To learn more about identifying and taking care of trees, please read our blogs Tree Planting & Transplanting, Tree Identification, Insect & Disease Issues and Tree Selection Guide. Connect with Davey Tree on social media:Twitter: @DaveyTreeFacebook: @DaveyTreeInstagram: @daveytreeYouTube: The Davey Tree Expert CompanyLinkedIn: The Davey Tree Expert Company Connect with Doug Oster at www.dougoster.com. Have topics you'd like us to cover on the podcast? Email us at podcasts@davey.com. We want to hear from you!Click here to send Talking Trees Fan Mail!

Send us Fan MailDee and Carol talked about different kinds of hydrangeas, failures in their vegetable gardens, using corn starch in your garden and a new book on hydrangeas.For more info, check out our Substack newsletter.Insect of the WeekMitchell's Satyr Butterfly via Central Indiana Land Trust on Instagram. (The invasive plant Carol was trying to think of was Purple Loosestrife.Flowers:HydrangeasProven Winners has an explanation of the five main types.Vegetables:How to learn from your failures and not throw in the trowel, partially inspired by an essay in American Gardener, from American Horticultural Society. On the Bookshelf:Hydrangea Happiness: Planting, Pruning, and Blooming by C. L. Fornari (Amazon link) (Publishes April 30)Dirt:Using cornstarch in the garden, via Martha StewartRabbit Holes:Dee:  Heritage Rose Foundation and her upcoming talk on Old Garden Roses and Their Companions. The pelargonium Dee was trying to remember was ‘Mrs. Pollock.'Carol: Working on her presentation on Tips and Tricks to Spring into Gardening for Franciscan Senior Promise, local group.A Garden to Visit:Atlanta History Center and in particular the Cherokee Garden Library. That was very special.As always, we appreciate all of you for listening to our podcast and for reading this newsletter!(If you'd like to support us, check out our affiliate links here. Book links are also affiliate links.)Support the showOn Instagram:  Carol: Indygardener, Dee: RedDirtRamblings, Our podcast: TheGardenangelists.On Facebook: The Gardenangelists' Garden Club.On YouTube.

James Hitchmough, an eminent British garden designer and former professor of horticultural ecology asserted on a previous episode that research confirms that gardens rich in alien plants support a greater diversity of insects.  Today, Matthew Shepherd of the Xerces Society, an organization founded to promote insect and invertebrate conservation shares a different understanding of the science.

Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney, broadcasting from Washington, D.C. Today on the show, Haney is joined by Amanda Jorgensen of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation for a Pests & Predators Podcast discussion. Haney also unpacks what U.S. Farm groups are asking for in CUSMA/USMCA discussions, and features Paul Sinkevich of Vantage Ag... Read More

Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney, broadcasting from Washington, D.C. Today on the show, Haney is joined by Amanda Jorgensen of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation for a Pests & Predators Podcast discussion. Haney also unpacks what U.S. Farm groups are asking for in CUSMA/USMCA discussions, and features Paul Sinkevich of Vantage Ag... Read More

We skip an old one, puzzle at a big one and quite enjoy a small one in today's episode! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Into Battle" by Maarten Schellekens, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Rebecca Goldstein has delivered a fine Sunday crossword with gems scattered throughout the grid. Our favorites included 119A, It has its ups and downs, YOYO (

What if gardening doesn't make you happy? Gardening isn't always the simple "cure-all" it's often made out to be. We get into the realities behind the wellbeing narrative — from overwhelm and pressure to the deeper emotional connections we form with our outdoor spaces. It's a thoughtful, honest conversation about what gardens really give us… and what they sometimes don't. Benny's Insect of the Week: Gooden's Nomad Bee With thanks to our sponsor  - roastinghouse.co.uk. get 25% extra free if you mention Roots and All or the insect of the week in the comments box at checkout.  Links The Psychology of Gardening (The Psychology of Everything) - Harriet Gross Garden Lovers Reading Retreat Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you enjoyed this week's episode with Harriet, you might also like these conversations from the archives: Episode 314: Nurturing Growth, Inside and Out In this episode, Sarah looks at the emotional side of gardening and how our outdoor spaces can shape identity, wellbeing, and resilience — a thoughtful companion to today's discussion about the psychological weight and reward of tending a garden. Episode 286: Natural Happiness This episode explores the relationship between nature and wellbeing, questioning what we really mean when we say gardens make us "happy," and how that experience varies from person to person — closely linked to today's reflections on the limits of gardening as a cure-all.

Here's a science and nature guy... Jon BC! We always have fun with him - and we always have something to learn. In this episode, we talk about eating bugs! Are insects the protein of the future? Follow him on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jonbeeceeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Rebecca Wynn Kelly works at the intersection of sculpture, ecology, and myth as a "species architect" exploring how we might reimagine our relationship with the land. Rooted in West Wales, her work blends habitat creation with storytelling and folklore to ask who—and what—we build the landscape for. Benny's Insect of the Week: The Batman Overfly Please support our sponsors - roastinghouse.co.uk. get 25% extra free if you mention Roots and All or the insect of the week in the comments box at checkout.  Links Rebecca Wynn Kelly – Artist Instagram – Rebecca Wynn Kelly Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you liked this week's episode with Rebecca Wynn Kelly, you might also enjoy this episode from the archives: Episode 53: Garden Design for Every Species In this episode, John Little explores how gardens can be designed with wildlife at the centre, creating layered habitats that support a wide range of species. It's a natural companion to today's conversation about building for more than just human needs and thinking like a "species architect." Episode 301: The Wheel of the Year In this episode, Rebecca Beattie discusses seasonal cycles, folklore and ritual, and how reconnecting with the rhythms of the year can deepen our relationship with the land. It offers a thoughtful extension of today's themes around story, place and ecological connection.

Send us Fan MailThis week, Dee and Carol discuss new plants, vegetables of the world, and more.For more info, check out our Substack newsletterTo watch on YouTube, click hereTo watch on YouTube, click here.Question of the Week: Growing Nicotiana. Select Seeds i Insect of the Week: Great spangled fritillary butterfly, whose food source is violets!Flowers:What's new and eye-catching? Check out our Substack newsletter for linksVegetables:Bring the world to your vegetable garden, more info on our Substack newsletterOn the Bookshelf:The Curious Kitchen Gardener: Uncommon Plants & How to Eat Them by Linda Ziedrich (Amazon Link) (Her website)Dirt:Growing Giant Tomatoes on IG and the seed that cost $2,000.Rabbit Holes:Dee: Mary Magdalene and the red egg on Instagram. Carol: Mrs. H. B. Tillotson, the next Lost Lady of Garden Writing, Burrowcore, and two podcast episodes: one with Adam Frost on the Talking Gardens with Gardens Illustrated podcast, the other with Monty Don on the Rosebud with Gyles Brendeth podcast.A Garden to Visit:Bloedel Reserve, Seattle, Washington. Dee's blog post about itAs always, we appreciate all of you for listening to our podcast!(If you'd like to support us, check out our affiliate links here. Book links are also affiliate links.) Support the showOn Instagram:  Carol: Indygardener, Dee: RedDirtRamblings, Our podcast: TheGardenangelists.On Facebook: The Gardenangelists' Garden Club.On YouTube.

This week, we dive into the hidden world of water with author Stephen Rutt, exploring the landscapes we so often overlook. From chalk streams to peat bogs, we trace water's strange and vital journey through our environment—and why it deserves far more of our attention. Benny's Insect of the Week: The Yellow-Legged Mining Bee Please support our sponsors - roastinghouse.co.uk. get 25% extra free if you mention Roots and All or the insect of the week in the comments box at checkout.  Links The Waterlands - Stephen Rutt Stephen Rutt on Instagram https://www.patreon.com/rootsandall And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you liked this week's episode with Stephen, you might also enjoy this episode from the archives: Episode 352: Peat, Politics and Horticulture In this episode, Sarah explores the importance of peatlands, from their role in carbon storage to their impact on water systems, making it a natural companion to today's conversation about wetlands and the movement of water through the landscape. Episode 322: Garden Wildlife Ponds This episode looks at how introducing water into the garden can support biodiversity, offering practical insights into creating and maintaining ponds — an ideal follow-on from today's discussion on the value of water in both wild and cultivated spaces.

Send us Fan MailCarol and Dee discuss some Easter flowers you can plant in the garden, coloring Easter eggs with natural materials, a biography of Gilbert White and more.For all the details, check out our Substack newsletter.To watch us on YouTube, which includes an extra segment at the end, click here. Insect of the Week:  Grubs… How to control them, from Bob VilaFlowers:Can I plant… Easter Lilies and other potted flowering plants. Which ones will grow in your garden?  Info from Family Handyman Vegetables:Coloring Easter Eggs Naturally: From Martha Stewart. Other options: from BHGOn the Bookshelf:A Year With Gilbert White: The First Great Nature Writer, by Jenny Uglow (Amazon Link)Dirt:Beware of the influencer gardening info! Also, for fun:  Dreams, defined via an IG postRabbit Holes:Dee was on PBS talking about Alpha-Gal Syndrome.Carol researched Ruth Shaw Ernst as a Lost Ladies of Garden WritingA Garden to Visit:Longue Vue House and Garden in New OrleansIf you'd like to support us, check out our affiliate links here. Book links are also affiliate links.Support the showOn Instagram:  Carol: Indygardener, Dee: RedDirtRamblings, Our podcast: TheGardenangelists.On Facebook: The Gardenangelists' Garden Club.On YouTube.