Meet Fran and Tom

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Meet Fran and Tom

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Welcome to our first podcast. Meet your hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick and find out what to expect in the future.
Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189.
Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube
Follow Fran Chismar Here.
Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here.

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Feb 25, 2020

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick interview some of the top minds in ecology, restoration, conservation, and of course, native plants. Join them on their journey towards knowledge and understanding of some of the larger problems that our ecosystems face.

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Meet The Native Plant Society of New Jersery: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Hubert Ling (President) of The Native Plant Society of NJ about the 38 year history of the organization. They discuss the benefits of membership, the idea behind their annual seed exchange program, the program... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - We Have a Winner!: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. Sol calls in with his winner of the Draw Sol contest and Tom and Fran give some helpful tips for after ... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Fran and Tom: Welcome to our first podcast. Meet your hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick and find out what to expect in the future. Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Duke Farms: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Thomas Almendinger (Director of Natural Resources and AgroEcology) and Charles Barreca (Ecological Research Manager) from Duke Farms. Their discussion covers a wide array of topics including their integrated message of sustainability and knowledge, how you can get involved and help with their mission, as well as their ever popular eagle cam. Follow Duke Farms - Website / Facebook / Twitter / Eagle Cam Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
65 min listen
The Buzz – Social Distancing: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick decide to keep it safe and do a show without a guest. It's a serious time, but they add just the right amount of levity to get you through the day. Subjects include a big thank you to our fans, and native plants that can be used as food, medicine, and toilet paper. Music by contest winner Stephen Maher. Recipes - Elderflower Fritters / Elderberry Juice / Buffalo Milkweed / Milkweed Shoots / Acorn Cake / Beachplum Sorbet Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
52 min listen
Meet Burlington County Parks: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Jen Bulava (Lead Naturalist) from Burlington County Parks in New Jersey. Their discussion topics cover coping with park closures during the pandemic, the diversity of programs and events the parks offer throughout the year, ways you can get involved with the parks, and the best birding spots in the park system including a Blue Heron rookery. Music by Stephen Maher. Follow Burlington County Parks - Website / Facebook Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet The National Wild Turkey Federation: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Lou Gambale (President, NJ Chapter) from The National Wild Turkey Federation. They discuss the decline new Native Plants Healthy Planet Facebook Group, The rise and fall of wild turkey, the importance of habitat, organisational partnerships for restoration, and delicious recipes. Music by Stephen Mahar. Follow National Wild Turkey Federation - Website / Facebook / Twitter Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet The Native Bee Inventory: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Sam Droege (Wildlife Biologist, USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center) from The Native Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab. They discuss the decline of native bees, the importance of native flora and fauna, recognizing the significance of specialist bees, if dandelions have merit, and unpopular opinions on honey bees. Music by Stephen Mahar. Follow Native Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab - Website / Tumblr / Flickr / Facebook / Twitter Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Growing the Circle: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. Sol gets excited about our new contest and Dr. Evil spreads the horror of Jumping Worms. Tom's latest... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Pollinator Bonanza: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz to finish out Pollinator Week. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. The Question and Comment line is busy with a great new caller. Tom trie... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Smelling the Seeds of Nature: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. The guys take a moment to reflect on their latest Rooted Discussion before they introduce a new segment... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Rooted Discussion -The Business of Native Plants Part 2 - Trees and Shrubs: Welcome to Rooted Discussions, our roundtable conversations featuring top minds in the field of the topic at hand. On this episode, hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are joined by Jim MacKenzie (President) from Octoraro Native Plant Nursery, and Matt G... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - What is Invasive?: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. The Question and Comment line is busy with the return of Doom and more! Tom and Fran talk about new p... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Andrea DeLong-Amaya (Director of Horticulture) and Joe Marcus (Native Plants of North America Program Coordinator) of Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. They discuss the legacy of the visionary Lady Bird Joh... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Growing Together: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. The Question and Comment line is busy with a new caller! Tom and Fran talk about their celebrity gues... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet The Natural Lands at Mt. Cuba Center: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Nathan Shampine (Natural Land Manager) from the Mt. Cuba Center about the history of their Natural Lands Program. They discuss the techniques available for managing natural areas for habitat, the importance o... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Jersey-Friendly Yards: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Karen Walzer and Becky Laboy of Jersey-Friendly Yards. They discuss that fact that if you build it (native gardens), they will come (wildlife and pollinators). Learn about the Jersey-Friendly Yard concept, their events, and how to get involved. Music by Stephen Maher. Follow Jersey-Friendly Yards - Website / Facebook / Twitter Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Green Infrastructure Roundup: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. Tom and Fran take a moment to reflect on the last few episodes focusing on Green Infrastructure. Every... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet A New Garden Ethic: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Benjamin Vogt (Author - A New Garden Ethic: Cultivating Defiant Compassion for an Uncertain Future) of Monarch Gardens LLC. They discuss the heart of gardening ethics and native plants, exploring your local eco-types, reception to a not-so-radical idea and...a new book? Music by Stephen Mahar. Follow Benjamin Vogt - Website / Twitter / Instagram / Buy The Book Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet The Aldo Leopold Foundation: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Dr. Stanley Temple (Senior Fellow and Science Advisor) of The Aldo Leopold Foundation to discuss the topic of Land Ethics. Topics include understanding the fundamentals of Land Ethic as proposed by Aldo Leopo... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Audubon International: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Marcus Gray from Audubon International. They discuss the program Monarchs in the Rough, thinking outside the box, what can be done to reverse the decline of the Monarch population, and how you can help. Music by Stephen Mahar. Follow Audubon International - Website / Facebook / Twitter Follow Monarchs in the Rough - Website / Facebook / Twitter Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet The Trial Gardens at Mt. Cuba Center: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Sam Hoadley (Horticultural Research Manager) from the Mt. Cuba Center about the history of their Trial Gardens. They discuss the mission of the Trial Gardens, challenges for maintaining their scientific integ... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Let's Relax: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom starts a conversation on what other podcasts they like to listen to and where they go to relax. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode, an... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Native Habitat Project: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Kyle Lybarger (Founder, Director, and CEO) from Native Habitat Project about creating a space for conservation and restoration in social media. They discuss the formation of a community of passionate conserva... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Santino Lauricella (Education and Communication Coordinator) and Jean Barrell (Volunteer) from the Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve about the history of their curated native plant Museum. They discuss the mi... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Planning for Fall Planting: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. The Podcast hits a milestone and Fran and Tom look back at some of the highlights. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. Sol checks in and ... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Sol, Pigeons, and Associations: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. Tom is getting quite the reputation in the avian lover actor's guild and Fran urges the listeners to be... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Where the Native Plants at!: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode. The Question and Comment line is busy with the return of Sol and a new caller! Tom and Fran talk abou... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Invasive Insects and Other Musings: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz and they have brand new equipment. There's a new round of "That's Hot" and "This or That" this episode - but not in that order. Tom's latest segment, Grow Read A Book, has ... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Return of Native Plant Trivia: Tom Knezick hosts the revenge episode of Native Plants Healthy Planet Trivia. The trivia game that pits three native plant people against each other to see who will reign supreme! This episode's guests are John Mark Courtney (Owner) and Joe LaMent ... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Reflections Without A Net: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" & "This or That" this episode. Tom and Fran follow up on a few topics before jumping into Listener Shout Outs. Tom and Fran gush over ... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Jersey-Friendly Yards: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick talk with Karen Walzer and Becky Laboy of Jersey-Friendly Yards. They discuss that fact that if you build it (native gardens), they will come (wildlife and pollinators). Learn about the Jersey-Friendly Yard concept, their events, and how to get involved. Music by Stephen Maher. Follow Jersey-Friendly Yards - Website / Facebook / Twitter Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet - Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit Here. by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Saving for the Future: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Did you remember that we are giving away autographed books? We practiced recycling with "That's Hot". "This or That" has Tom and Fran minds in the invasive sewer. W... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - So Far Away: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. There's a new round of "That's Hot" & "This or That" this episode. Fran and Tom follow up on a few topics before jumping into "Listener Shout Outs". It's Pollinator Week... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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The Buzz - Recycled Topics: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. We have another Giveaway - and that's not the only announcement! "That's Hot" puts Tom and Fran in a sticky situation. "This or That" leaves Fran and Tom so deep dow... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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Meet Birdsong Landscapes: Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick welcome Austin Miller of Birdsong Landscapes to talk about meadows at home. Discussions include what the Ohio Valley looked like before colonization, the popularity of lawn conversions, difficulties with prairie se... by Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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