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Feb 10, 2023 • 27min

53: BONUS EPISODE: I Took Notes so YOU don't have to--My Top 10 Take Aways from Podfest2023 (Updates, Shoutouts, and Engagements)

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewNew Style of FLORA FUNGA PODCAST where I do house keeping/ Shout outs/and ENGAGE! In this episode I also cover my top 10 take aways from Podfest 20231. Thumbnails and Hooked Titles2. Press kit for monetization3. Email Marketing4. Make 10 min vids as well as 1 min shorts5. Chat GPT anything!6. Get out of your comfort level7. Build your brand8. Tell your listeners exactly what you want...9. Network baby10. Engage, Engage, EngageAgain thank you to everyone that helped me up until this point as well as in the future for Flora Funga PodcastLets grow and build this podcast TOGETHER Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Feb 8, 2023 • 55min

52: OMFGummies: Tasty Slurry, Alzheimer Remedies, and Supplement Graveyards

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Elana Dussé from OMFGummies. Oh My Fungi Gummies are tasty adaptogenic gummies for brain health, immunity and sleep.  Years and years of research, they were convinced by the efficacy and clinically proven health benefits of these funga. OMFgummies has the purest and most potent functional mushrooms in the world to make a mushroom supplement that is highly available in the human body. They formulated fruiting body mushroom extracts from  mushrooms into gummies. "Fact: 40% of Americans hate taking pills. Bet you’ve got a supplement graveyard like we do."  In this episode we cover various topics like:What got her into fungaanticancer remediesFunctional mushroomsWhat types of gummies do you offer?How are these gummies made?How and where are these mushrooms grown?Why are these gummies important?Sustainable Chaga sourcingWhat is beta glucans?Why your gummies?Natures antidepressant Fungi eating termites?Where to find OMFGummies:WebsiteInstagramResources Mentioned:David Arora's BookFantastic Fungi Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Jan 25, 2023 • 1h 8min

51: The Movement of Water in Flora with Dr. Ruhland (MY FIRST REOCCURING GUEST!)

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with my past plant physiology professor from Mankato State Dr. Christopher Ruhland. We cover topics involving water and the process of water movement through plants. Other topics include:Who is Dr Ruhland?What research was he apart of in Antarctica Releasing ancient stuffs from permafrost?What is water?Why is it important?Water propertiesWhat is SPAC?What is the process?The soil propertiesWater performs WORKWhat the roots doHow does the atmosphere play a role?How do plants lose water?How do plants adapt to losing water?HOW much water is lost from corn every second....it's a crazy numberPlants are AmazingResources Mentioned:Episode 8: What is Photosynthesis and how does it work with Dr. RuhlandAndrew Hill researchWhere to find more of Christopher Ruhland:Dr. Christopher Ruhland Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Jan 11, 2023 • 47min

50: The Truth on Algal Blooms with Damon Tighe

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Damon Tighe (@damontighe) about alga blooms. Damon is a biotech educator, biodiversity explorer, and has an interest in funga and urban design. He worked in molecular biology on the Human Genome Project. He currently trains high school community college teachers how to incorporate molecular biology like DNA sequencing and protein analysis into the classroom. Some topics we cover include:How we got into flora and fungaBackpacking dos and dontsWhat are algal blooms?The dangers of algal blooms  Where do they come from?Where do you see them?Different types?How does it work?What do the numbers look like?What is a dead zone?How does this affect fish?Inaturalist is AMAZINGHow can we help?Composting Urine?!What would the water look with species goneIs there a bright future?What is he most excited about?What does a typical day look like?Healthcare truthWhere to find more of DamonLinkedInInstagramInaturalist Twitter Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Dec 21, 2022 • 41min

49: Plant Music with Plant Wave by Joe Patitucci

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Joe Patitucci the creator of Plant Wave. Joe is the creator of PlantWave, a device that translates real-time electrical currents from living plants into music, creating harmonious sound environments powered by nature. PlantWave uses two sensors attached to a plant's leaves and a mobile app to create a continuous stream of pleasant music that leaves listeners feeling more relaxed, present, focused, and connected with nature. Check out how it works in this YouTube video. In this chat we cover:What is PlantWave?How does it work?How can you use this product?Who is this for?What plants work best with PlantWave?What is your favorite plants to work with?What does a typical day look for you?What does the music sound like?The future of bio musicWhat is the biggest obstacle you face?What are you most excited for?Where to find more of Joe:WebsitePlantWaveYoutubeAppInstagramTikTok Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Dec 7, 2022 • 53min

48: The Weirdest Flora and Funga with @Mr_plantgeek

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Michael Perry (@mr_plantgeek) a Hortpreneur, Traveler, TV Presenter @packedlunchc4 He also is a host of the @plant_based_podcast.  He also wrote a book called Hortus Curious where he covers the wacky world of plants and fungi. Some topics we cover are:What got him into flora and fungaWhat is a HortpreneurWhat is egg and chips plant?What does his book cover?What opportunities do you get with this career?The Electric DaisyMiracle BerryThe life as a content creatorWhat is your favorite plant?What does a typical day look like?What obstacles do you face?What are you most excited for in the future?Future goalsNAKED? Grubby GardenersWhere to find more of Michael Perry:InstagramPodcastWebsiteBook Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Nov 23, 2022 • 1h 22min

47: ENERGYbits®: The Most Sustainable Superfood you aren't Thinking about with Catharine Arnston

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Catharine Arnston is the Founder/CEO/Chief Scientific Officer of ENERGYbits® an expert in algae for wellness, nutrition, beauty, biohacking, mitochondria and longevity. She is a nationally recognized thought-leader, seasoned corporate executive, experienced entrepreneur and sought-after speaker. Catharine has an MBA, BA and is a Board-Certified Health Coach.  She has spent the last twelve years researching algae, writing papers, giving presentations, lecturing at conferences, and speaking on 250+ podcasts to explain the benefits of algae.Get 20% off using the code: FLORAFUNGASome topics we discuss include:What is algaeThe difference between spirulina and chlorellaHow they grow ENERGYbits®The importance of algaeThe protein in ENERGYbits®The history of ENERGYbits®Why it can replace your other vitaminsWhy veggies are affecting your healthThe Plant Paradox bookGrow your own?How does algae improve your immune system?Why it's good for health, beauty, fitness, and longevity?Spirulina intercepts COVID?!Why is mitochondria so important?Endosymbiotic TheoryWhat is an alkaline diet?Red light therapyWhere to get these amazing bits!                                                    Find us on social @energybits Where to find more of ENERGYbits®:ALGAE ARTICLESWhy algae is a FOOD not a supplementWhy the world needs algae Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Nov 9, 2022 • 42min

46: Sargent's: How to Get into the Green Industry with Cathy Maxson

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with  Cathy Maxson, the Head Grower and my supervisor from Sargents Greenhouse in Rochester Minnesota, USA. Cathy worked as a baker up until she needed a second job to fill time. She started as a waterer and has grown into a Head Grower position. She has taught me so much already this season about greenhouse maintenance and how be a greenhouse supervisor. In this chat we discuss:WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THIS INPERSON INTERVIEW AND THE GREENHOUSE TOUR VIDEOS HEREHow she got into the green industry What are your duties as a Head Grower What is the difference between an annual and a perennialWhat tips and tricks do you advise people who want to get into the green industryWATCH my Proven Winner Road show on my PatreonWhat are the typical tasks?Why cut back plants?When to do bareroot plantingBugs over winter?What do you look at for annual greenhouse maintenance?Greenhouse styles and what they are used forSargent's sustainability ideologyWhat can improve with the green industry?EVERYTHING'S CONNECTEDWhat skills do you need?What is the biggest obstacle you face?What is the process of plant to consumer?Where do you see Sargents in the future?Where to find Sargent's:Sargents Sargent's FacebookSargent's Instagram Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Oct 26, 2022 • 51min

45: Planet 13--THE WORLDS LARGEST MEDICAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY with Zach Brengman

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Zach Brengman, a friend of mine from Mankato, and now a senior buyer at the largest medical cannabis dispensary in the world: Planet 13!He went from being a budtender to moving up the ladder in just a couple years. We catch up and cover topics like:The journey of becoming a budtenderWhat is Planet 13?How BIG is it? What's all in it?Drone footage?The truth about Indica vs SativaWhy are terpenes important?What is a senior buyer?What is myCannalens?What is cannabis culture like?What events do you have?What celebrities have you met?What is security like?His future with cannabisWhat is Zach excited about?What is the most challenging thing he faces?Where to find Zach:InstagramPlanet 13myCannalensMike Tysons products Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...
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Oct 12, 2022 • 1h 5min

44: FEM (Female, Enby, More) in STEM with Kristin Lathem-Scott

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Kristin Latham-Scott. She is part administrative part teacher at Western Oregon University. She has lead undergrad research on Drosophila melanogaster and created a community on campus called FEM in STEM which stands for Female, Enby, and MORE in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We are going to chat about the importance of including everyone in the Science field. In this chat we discuss:What got you into science?What are you doing now with science?What research has you been apart of?How does fruit fly microbiome affect their lifestyles?Why fruit flies?Fruit flies Dance to attract mates?What communities are you apart of?What is FEM in STEM?25% of students are part of the LGBTQ+ communityWhy is it important to represent these groups on campus?What does it look like being an underserved person in STEM?The problem with only representing white cis-gendered males in STEMWe talk about the different types of panels they hostWe vent about taking genetics in collegeTeacher HackWhat is the most challenging thing you have to deal with?What is the most exciting thing that you have to deal with?What does a typical day look like for Kristin?Where to find more of Kristin:Kristin's CVEmail: lathamscottk@mail.wou.eduResources Mentioned:WOUFEM in STEMTime, Love, Memory book*** Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyENERGYbits20% off high quality strains of spirulina and chlorella (tablets contain high nutrient density)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

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