
Flora Funga Podcast
Let's get down N nerdy with plants and fungi on Flora Funga Podcast. I'm all about bridging the gap between plants, fungi, and humans. Come listen to the underrated nerdy topics of flora and funga. Everything's connected above and below ground. Feel free to contact me at www.florafungapodcast.com/contact
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Jun 2, 2021 • 1h 60min
13: How the Soil Food Web Works and Why it's Important with Dr.Elaine Ingham
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Reviewhttp://www.florafungapodcast.comToday we talk with Dr. Elaine Ingham a Microbiologist who has discovered the soil food web and is the President and founder of Dr. Elaine's Soil Food Web School. Elaine and I talk about what the soil food web is and why it's important. Elaine has her B.A. in Biology and Chemistry, and her MS in Microbiology and Ph. D. in Microbiology.Where to find Elaine:Soil Food Web classFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubeEmail: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.comHelp support my book and tea buying habit by "Buying me a Book"a twist on buy me a coffeeWhen I reach my goal of $100 I will do a special book giveaway!Theme song : -Soundotcom called Go Rock -Take the Lead by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4458-take-the-leadLicense: http://creativecommons.org/ Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyUSB Microphone Kit 192KHZ/24BIT MAONO Full microphone kit USB with boom and pop filterDisclaimer: 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...

May 19, 2021 • 1h 26min
Episode 12: Plant Microscopy with Judith Lundberg-Felten CEO of Flora L. Design
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewHello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk with Judith Felten a researcher at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, Umeå Plant Science Center in Sweden. Her research interests are pertaining to the development of ectomycorrhzial symbioses. Her research aims on understanding the molecular mechanism required for ectomycorrhiza establishment. She is also the CEO of Flora L. Design where she:1. Takes samples from flora2. Takes microscope images (microscopy)3. Turns those images of the inside of plants into a beautiful piece of fabric 4. Turns that fabric into anything you'd like from towels to bagsGeneral info about mycorrhiza :https://mycorrhizas.info/http://www.deemy.de/Hartig Net ImageResearch at Umeå Plant Science Centre, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences:https://www.upsc.se/researchers/4969-judith-felten-cell-wall-remodelling-during-ectomycorrhiza-development.htmlResources mentioned:The Fungus-root Symbiosis How to find Judith:Flora L. Design Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launStart for FREE (Get $20 Credit)USB Microphone Kit 192KHZ/24BIT MAONO Full microphone kit USB with boom and pop filterDisclaimer: 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...

May 5, 2021 • 1h 16min
Episode 11: Mycorrhizal Planet with Michael Phillips
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewEpisode 11:Hello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk with Michael Phillips a holistic farmer and a multiple book author. One of my favorite books on fungal mycelium and mycorrhizae, Mycorrhizal Planet: How Fungi and Plants Work Together to Create Dynamic Soils. Michael Phillips is known for helping people grow healthy fruit using herbal methods. His holistic approach to orcharding has made him well known in the botany world. Join us while we dive into this enlightening episode 11. Watch the YouTube version here.Topics we mentioned:Why Michael wrote his book Mycorrhizal PlanetWhat is mycorrhizae and why is it importantThe different types of fungiHow to create your own holistic spray for your gardenClimate change and how it's affecting the connections of plants and fungiPast, present, and futu Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launStart for FREE (Get $20 Credit)Mycorrhizal Planet by Michael PhillipsExplains in depth the world of symbiotic relationships between plants and fungi.USB Microphone Kit 192KHZ/24BIT MAONO Full microphone kit USB with boom and pop filterDisclaimer: 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...

Apr 21, 2021 • 1h 46min
Episode 10: A Deep Dive into Mycoremediation with Howard Sprouse Founder of The Remediators
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewHello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk with Howard Sprouse founder of The Remediators. Howard has his toes in many ponds from doing research in Washington at Peninsula College to starting a boat company all the way to Alaska research with Salmon. His current interest is dealing with mycoremediation as well as incorporating plants and bacteria to break up toxic soils. We discuss his journey on starting his own company and how to create your own restoration site.Resources Mentioned:The RemediatorsIntrinsyx Technologies NASAClimate Change is HereGreenBelt SocietySuper Fungi DocumentaryWhere to find Howard:Biochar VideoSoundcloud InterviewLinkedinFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:FacebookInstagramTwitter Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyUSB Microphone Kit 192KHZ/24BIT MAONO Full microphone kit USB with boom and pop filterDisclaimer: 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...

Apr 7, 2021 • 1h 9min
Episode 9: How to be like a Plant and Share Positive Energy Ft. A Guided Nature Meditation with Lesa De Bergh
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewEpisode 9:Hello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk with Lesa De Bergh owner of Lumiere Healing Arts. Lesa provides Reiki inspired yoga for individuals and group sessions to focus on promoting innate healing powers of the mind, body, and spirit. We also discuss the interactions between plant and human energy and why it's important. We end with Lesa proving us with a guided nature meditation. So enjoy this different format of a podcast this week.There are some visuals to see on the youtube page.If you want to revisit the meditation skip to the last 10 minutes of this interview.Resources mentioned:Emoto Water Experiment Body Mind Spirit ExpoWhere to find Lesa:Lumiere Healing ArtsFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubeHelp support my book and tea buying habit by "Buying me a Book"a twist on buy me a coffeeWhen I reach my goal of $100 I will do a special book giveaway!Theme song : -Soundotcom called Go Rock -Take the Lead by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4458-take-the-leadLicense: http://creativecommons.org/ 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...

Mar 24, 2021 • 55min
Episode 8: What is Photosynthesis and How Does it Work with Dr. Ruhland
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewEpisode 8:Hello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk with Dr. Christopher Ruhland, a plant physiology and my past professor at Minnesota State University-Mankato. We cover what photosynthesis is and how it works. If its a little too much information, you can find visual helpers on my YouTube page. Resources Mentioned:CaddisflyTravel deep inside a leaf videoQuote from a Plant Physiologist:"Animals are just parasites on the plant world" - Dr. RuhlandBook Recommendations:Eating the Sun by Oliver MortonHow to Find Dr. Ruhland:University of Minnesota State MankatoFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutube Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launStart for FREE (Get $20 Credit)USB Microphone Kit 192KHZ/24BIT MAONO Full microphone kit USB with boom and pop filterDisclaimer: 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...

Mar 10, 2021 • 1h 49min
Episode 7: How to Enjoy Every Moment with Willow the Herbalist at Flora Funga Farms
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewEpisode 7:Hello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk with Willow the founder of Flora Funga Farms. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge about medicinal plants and fungi in order to open the minds to humans into the herbalist world. Flora Funga Farms are growers and foragers of fine fungi and plants for edible, medicinal, and ecological purposes.Resources mentioned:https://www.iherb.com/https://www.nowfoods.com/https://www.integrativepro.com/enhttps://solaray.co.uk/https://www.coa.edu/Book recommendations:The New Organic Grower by Eliot ColemanHerbal Constituents by Lisa GenoraThe Soul of Soil by Smille & GurshunyOne River by Wade DavisSastun by Rosita ArvigoBraiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall KimmererHow to find Willow:Flora Funga FarmsIGFB: WillowFB: Flora Funga FarmsGO CHECK OUT! Completely ArbortraryFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:FacebookInstagram 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...

Feb 24, 2021 • 2h 21min
Episode 6: How to Become a Mushroom with Sam the Fungi
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewEpisode 6:Hello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we have a nerdy philosophical chat with Sam the Fungi. He is dedicated to ending Mycophobia, changing Mycostigma and connecting people through the power of Mycelium. Sam is a member of the Central Texas Mycological Society and has been working with fungi to heal himself and others. He has helped create the CollectiveFungi and leads mycohappenings around Texas. Mentions:Central Texas Mycological SocietyForest to ForkTexas Preroll ExpertsNorth SporeMyctysonReishi mushroom Fungi PerfectiMyco alliance with DanielSouth Eden Food Forest@rootsfitness_portlandRecommended resources: Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyMycorrhizal Planet by Michael PhillipsExplains in depth the world of symbiotic relationships between plants and fungi.USB Microphone Kit 192KHZ/24BIT MAONO Full microphone kit USB with boom and pop filterDisclaimer: 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...

Feb 11, 2021 • 1h 23min
Episode 5: Top 7 Reasons Why Plant-Fungi Interactions are Important Ft. Randall Simonson
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewEpisode 5:Hello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk about the top 7 reasons why plant-fungi interactions are important with guest Randall Simonson.Plant metabolism: Photosynthesis, Protein Synthesis, Lipids, Induced Systemic resistanceBiodiversity: Soil fungi act like a support networkPractical Advancements: MycoApply, BioOrganicsMediate Climate Change: Plants and fungi could slow climate changeNutrient exchangeUnderstanding interactions related to AI and neural connections with Randall SimonsonMycorrhizationsAs well as flora funga facts, juicy news, quote a scientist, and this weeks book recommenda Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyMycorrhizal Planet by Michael PhillipsExplains in depth the world of symbiotic relationships between plants and fungi.USB Microphone Kit 192KHZ/24BIT MAONO Full microphone kit USB with boom and pop filterZingzang Bloody Mix2 Pack of 32 Fl. Oz. BottlesDisclaimer: 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...

Feb 10, 2021 • 57min
Episode 4: 5 Reasons Why Fungi are Important
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewEpisode 4:Hello my scientists,Today we talk about the 5 reasons why fungi are important. Nutrient cycling Culinary Organifi GOLD , Four Sigmatic coffee , Fungi Perfecti/Host defense, Chaga at Forest to Fork Fungal mater Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyMycelium Running by Paul StametsBasic understanding of fungi to complex processes on how fungi work together. Learn to grow your ownBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launStart for FREE (Get $20 Credit)Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour.Free delivery on your first order over $35.Organifi GoldSuperfood Supplement Powder - 30 Servings - Deep Sleep, Immunity and Cognitive Function Support - TuFour Sigmatic Lions Mane/ Chaga CoffeeOrganic and Fair Trade Instant Coffee/Mushroom Powder, Focus & Immune Support, 10 CountDisclaimer: 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...