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Tom & @nativeplantfran talk w/Joshua Moody (Scientist at NJDEP) to discuss Coastal Resilience. Topics include the NJCCR & the wonders of Atlantic White Cedar habitat, Josh’s journey through ecology, & the promise of a better future. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran are back w/a new episode of The Buzz. It’s still conference season!  Tom shares his experience at his latest speaking engagement.  “That’s Hot” is sticky in more ways than one. “This or That” tackles biodiversity, or lack thereof. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran chat w/Terry Doss (Co-Director & Chief Restoration Scientist) of the Meadowlands Research & Restoration Institute, & Amanda Archer (Coastal Training & Engagement Coordinator) of Jacques Cousteau NERR, to discuss Coastal Resilience. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Hosts Tom & @nativeplantfran are back w/a brand new episode of The Buzz. It’s conference season! We have a Canada Goose update. “This or That” tackles Climate Change and Urban Endangered Plants. Tom and Fran have a new Mt. Rushmore. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran talk w/ Dr. Fred Lubnow of Princeton Hydro, & Jennifer Rogers of Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space, to discuss Harmful Algal Blooms. Topics include What is a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) and what does it mean for you. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Hosts Tom & @nativeplantfran are back w/a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom and Fran spill the tea. “That’s Hot” pits Northeast vs Southwest. “This or That” travels abroad so make sure you check travel times. Tom and Fran have a new Mt. Rushmore. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran connect w/Mike McGraw of Princeton Hydro, and Santino Lauricella of Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, to discuss the Roots So Deep Documentary. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran connect w/Bill Jones of Carolina Native Nursery to discuss resilience in native plants & mankind. Topics include starting a nursery, choosing to grow native plants, & the importance of community. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Hosts Tom and @nativeplantfran are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Between a Reddit AMA, a Roots So Deep screening, MANTS, and NDAL there is a ton of follow up! “That’s Hot” is gold and green. “This or That” offers hope and information. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran welcome back Sam Hoadley (Horticultural Research Manager) from the @MtCubaCenter Center about the results of their soon to be published Solidago trials.  It’s time to get excited about Solidago! bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran are back w/a brand new episode of The Buzz. There are winners for the Roots So Deep Screening! “That’s Hot” strings together chewing gum & milk. “This or That” deals w/Hope & Change. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

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Happy Festivus!Tom & @nativeplantfran connect w/ John Mark Courtney (Owner, @KindEarthGrowers) and Santino Lauricella (Education Manager, Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve), to celebrate the Airing of Grievances. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

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Tom & @nativeplantfran connect w/ David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds @ Iowa Arboretum & Gardens, to discuss the future of our natural ecosystems. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran connect w/environmental educator Katie Fisk to discuss Cues to Care. Topics include Katie’s journey into environmental stewardship, tips for creating biodiversity on your own property, creating habitat. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran share 2 of their favorite episodes of the Podcast highlighting Native Plant Influencers. First is @AndrewTheArborist to discuss native plants & social media. Next is @GriffGriffith of Redwoods Rising & the Jumpstart Nature Podcast bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran connect w/ Rob and Skunk (Moderators of the subreddit Native Plant Gardening) to discuss the consequences that led to this episode of the podcast. Topics include the Native Plant Gardening Community, adding cues to care in gardens. bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantFran connect w/artist Philip Juras to discuss painting the natural world. Topics include allowing yourself to be moved by our natural environments, historical significance of the landscapes that Philip paints bleav.com/shows/native-p…

Tom & @nativeplantfran are back w/a brand new episode of The Buzz. There is plenty of follow up this episode. “That’s Hot” visits the south & appeals to the foragers. “This or That” pits butterflies against moths. Did we give you a shoutout this week?bleav.com/shows/native-p…