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The Mushroom Hour Podcast

Ep. 142: Mycorrhizal Markets & The Society for the Protection of Underground Networks (feat. Prof. Toby Kiers)

Nov 6, 2022
Prof. Toby Kiers, an evolutionary biology professor, discusses the evolution of symbiotic trade and the Society for the Protection of Underground Networks. Topics include fungal networks, mutualism without altruism, biological market theory, and understanding the stock market through fungal market economies.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the evolution of trade strategies and resource allocation in plant-fungal networks.
  • The role of symbiosis in driving innovation and shaping biodiversity in fungal networks.

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The Medicinal Power of Mushrooms and Introduction to Alchemy Mushrooms

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