Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't
Tony Santore
Why do some plants grow where they do? How can geology cause new plant species to evolve? Why are some plants pollinated by flies, some by bats, some by birds, and others by bees? How does a plant evolve to look like a rock? How can destroying lawns soothe the soul? This is a show about plants and plant habitat through the lens of natural selection and ecology, with a side of neurotic ranting, light humor, occasional profanity, & the perpetual search for the filthiest taqueria bathroom.
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Feb 2, 2020 • 1h 39min
New Caledonia, Disjointed Ranting, Conifer Dungeons, Biogeography of Southern Hemisphere Lineages, Mosquitoes
Did I contract Dengue Fever yesterday on Moo Mountain whilst hiking to a relict population of Araucaria humboldtensis? Was New Caledonia submerged for 20 million years and then recolonized by numerous ancient lineages of plants? Will I be broke after returning from my visit here?
Jan 2, 2020 • 3h 3min
Plant Breeding, Fern Sex, Dark Humor, South Africa, A Conversation with Martin Grantham
A conversation with a botanical wizard, explorer, conservationist, and plant propagator, my friend the illustrious Martin Grantham. 3 hrs long but worth a listen. We explore comedic misanthropy, a brief analysis of the human condition, our behavioral affinities with violent chimps, Fern sex and how they do it, South African flora, and the idea that one does not really know plants until they've grown them.
Dec 25, 2019 • 2h 13min
Chilean Fog Deserts, Biogeographical Islands, Nolana Diversity, Candy Diets
2 hours of pontificating on the beauty of fog deserts plus pondering how the fuck Sheriff Woody is able to hike 1,000 miles on a diet of candy and potato chips. Eriosyce recondita and cactus poachers, lomas formations, Fog islands brought to you by the Humboldt Current plus rants on shoulder surgery and the killing of street rats by Lewy.
Nov 30, 2019 • 1h 37min
Botanizing Deserts on Foot with Sheriff Woody
A conversation with an expert plant explorer in a fleabag hotel room in Arica, Chile.
Nov 22, 2019 • 2h 5min
Mushrooms Mushrooms Mushrooms
Join mycologist Alan Rockefeller, renowned for his expertise in fungal identification and DNA sequencing, as he dives into the captivating world of mushrooms. He shares fascinating insights on the environmental impacts of climate change and drought on fungi and ecosystems. Alan discusses the complexities of mushroom taxonomy and the hidden life cycles of fungi. The conversation also touches on the therapeutic potential of psilocybin mushrooms, revealing their roles in mental health and the intricate connections within forest ecosystems. Prepare for a mind-expanding journey into the science of fungi!
Nov 15, 2019 • 53min
Short Run/Podcast in a Can
I fucked this episode up by using the wrong mic setting, so it sounds like I recorded it in the public shower stall in the Honk Kong Airport bathroom. Meh, whatever, it's still a decent rant. You'll be fine.
Nov 3, 2019 • 1h 55min
Biogeography & Death of a Milkweed
Assorted ramblings on biogeography, a work ethic for Anthropocene, Irreverence for modern society, Biophilia, "Woke" Leftism vs Sociopathic right-ism, and the silly and idiotic destruction of a population of the endangered prostrata milkweed.
Oct 17, 2019 • 2h 13min
Southwest Australian Flora cameo by Foot Rot.m4a
Rants about why it's OK to cry, Foot Rot, Plants that smell like hell and the combination of Continental annexation to Antarctica and extremely nutrient-poor, ancient soils that have led to an exquisite species richness in the Australian Flora. For some nice reading on this subject matter, including a free textbook ON SW Australia plant diversity, check out :https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1140CFj-8oTS9PtOcnQIpVx2dg7V9I2_i
Oct 2, 2019 • 2h 31min
Climate Deniers, Rio Grande Milkweeds and Cartel Biospheres
Rants on Climate Deniers, Obsolete Racist Grandfathers, El Cielo Biosphere Reserve, Foxtail Pines, the Hong Kong Airport and many more. 2.5 hours worth of profane pontifications on evolutionary biology, the human condition and bad air days.
Sep 10, 2019 • 2h 47min
Gypsophiles, Rare Sumacs, Societal Jabs, Arguing with morons, etc
A long episode dedicated to rare Sumacs of West Texas, brutal heat, gypsophiles, refugial canyons in obscure mountain ranges, the phenomenon of arguing with idiots, trolls and shit-posters, and the wonders of Taquerias in South Texas.
