Tree Lady Talks

Silvija discusses her forest social science study on how people engage with green spaces. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Dallas Campbell, a science communicator and television presenter, discusses his early life, career in television, and fascination with space exploration. He reminisces about past collaborations and the creation of the TV program Britain Beneath Your Feet. Dallas emphasizes the importance of popularizing science and making it accessible to the general public. He also explores the impact of new media and social media on society and discusses his podcasts, Patented and In Orbit. The conversation delves into the potential of AI and the search for extraterrestrial life, highlighting the awe and wonder of space exploration. In this conversation, Dallas Campbell discusses his experience overcoming fear and building confidence in public speaking. He also talks about his work in public speaking coaching and writing a book on space history. The conversation touches on the importance of science history and the ever-changing nature of scientific knowledge. Dallas shares his love for trees and their symbolism in our lives. He also discusses the power of doubt in science and the informality of podcasts. The conversation concludes with a discussion on dream scenarios, including the discovery of life beyond Earth and the exploration of Mars. Takeaways For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Jim is an ecologist and arboriculturist, specialising in veteran trees and bats. Jim is the director of Bats Research & Training, where he helps professionals train for a bat licence. When he is not running the business he works for the Vincent Wildlife Trust, as a senior bat conservation officer. Jim’s current research interests include; improving how we survey trees for bats and creating artificial bat roosts in trees. Jims Socials - facebook Linkedin Instagram Youtube For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

This week Sharon speaks to Patrick Worms, Senior Science Policy Advisor for Centre for International Forestry research and World Agroforestry. President, IUAF - the International Union of Agroforestry Vice-President, EURAF – the European Agroforestry Federation Trustee, Savanna Institute Senior Fellow, EGA – the Evergreening Global Alliance Steering Committee Member, ILLP - Initiatives for Land, Lives and Peace Advisor, EJP Soils - European Joint Programme Soils Advisor, ERC - Ecosystem Restoration Camps Executive Committee, IPC - International Poplar Commission, FAO For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Lynne Boddy is Professor of Fungal Ecology at Cardiff University UK. She has taught and researched into the ecology of fungi associated with trees and wood decomposition for 45 years. Her research focuses on understanding how fungal mycelia behave in the natural world, climate change effects on fungi, antagonistic interactions between fungi, and development of fungal communities in wood. She is currently studying the fascinating communities of fungi and other organisms that rot the centres of old trees. She is a prolific author having co-authored “Fungal Decomposition of Wood” and “The Fungi”, her most recent (2021) being “Fungi and Trees: their Complex Relationships”, and the children’s book “Humongous Fungus”. She was (2009–2010) president of the British Mycological Society. Lynne is an ardent communicator of the mysteries and importance of the amazing hidden Kingdom of Fungi to the general public including TV, radio, popular talks, videos, articles and exhibitions. She was awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list in 2019 for Services to Mycology and Science Outreach. Twitter @FungusProf For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Catherine Nuttgens is the Urban Programme Lead for the Woodland Trust. She has a project management background connecting people to nature and landscape; as well as working in arboriculture in the urban environment. Her work has had themes such as tree equity, landscape heritage, ancient woodland, heritage crafts, outdoor play and forest schools. She was also tree officer for Sheffield City Council for a number of years which covered all aspects of tree risk management and trees in relation to planning. catherine@nuttgens.uk Catherine Nuttgens | LinkedIn Instagram For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Sharon Durdant-Hollamby, the Tree Lady, introduces the podcast which, since its beginnings in July 2020, has reached over 50 countries, and is now in its 4th season. Subscribe here to make sure you don't miss any episodes - available wherever you get your podcasts! For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Ben is Co-Founder of Forestree, the new generation of Tree Management purpose built for Local Government. Here he talks to Sharon about all things arb in Australia. Click here for the link to his talk at TreeNet whilst he worked for the City of Burnside - all about innovation in urban forestry. Treenet is a National non-for-profit organisation here in Australia that does wonderful work promoting the benefits of trees and brings researchers together with practitioners. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Join Sharon and Gabriel as they discuss a wondrous seasonal journey through Britain and Ireland’s trees in his new book , The Tree Almanac 2024. This is a Christmas Tree Special! What is better for the environment, a real or plastic tree? What is your Celtic Tree Zodiac? What terms can we bring back to use? All this, with poetry, science and the history of our Christmas decorations. We also interview Christmas tree grower Andrew Ingram, at The Tree Barn, Christmas Common, in the Chilterns. The Tree Barn - Christmas Trees, Collection or Delivery, Oxfordshire Gabriel Hemery Social Media Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, Behance For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Why is gardening so good for us? What is the science behind the benefits for the body, mind and soul? What is so good about healthy soil for our health. All this and the importance of social prescribing. Richard Claxton trained at Guys and St Thomas’ Hospitals Medical School, qualifying in 1996. Initially he worked in South East London, specialising in paediatrics. He then completed his general practice training in the Tunbridge Wells area. Children’s health services still remain a special interest as well as family medicine. Dr Claxton is a medical officer at Tonbridge School. He is a GP trainer, and sits on the Kent Local Medical Committee. In this episode, he talks to Sharon about Gardening for Health amongst other things. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

James Kaechele studied at the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse, NY. He has been connecting people with plants for the past ten years. As an ISA-certified arborist, Kaechele leads the NY Tree Trust, a citywide program dedicated to fostering public-private partnerships in urban forestry. Here he also talks to Sharon about managing New Yorks 650,000 trees, it's 8 million inhabitants, and 10 million opinions. He is also a director of Tree Time. Instagram James Kaechele (@nyctreeguy) For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

A lot of fun chatting to John about all things Arb - the state of the industry, recruitment, tree equity and the wonderful webinars! For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Sharon had a very enlightening chat with Tristan Gooley about his latest book, How To Read A Tree, of which, a description from the man himself, below. In How to Read a Tree, you’ll discover the simple principles that explain the shapes and patterns you can see in trees and what they mean. And you’ll learn rare skills that can be applied every time you pass a tree, whether you are in a town or a wilder spot. Tristan Gooley Website www.naturalnavigator.com Instagram thenaturalnavigator X@Naturalnav Facebookthenaturalnavigator How to Read a Tree - A Sunday Times Bestseller - More info For photo puzzles, events, astro dates and book news, please subscribe to my newsletter. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Listen to Sharon talking to Fallen & Felled founders Bruce Saunders and Patrick Welsh as they set about making beautiful items from London's fallen timber - to quote from their website:- 'We save city trees from the fire - milling them into boards and slowly seasoning them for over 12 months - to transform them into furniture-grade hardwood timber. We also source some popular English species - including oak and ash which are less common in the capital - from woodlands outside London. Our timber is used by furniture makers, architects, designers and enthusiasts - all of them as excited as we are to make things with beautiful natural materials which reconnect people to where they live.' For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Woodland Heritage is recognised as a unique initiative, which truly unites all tree people – a vehicle for wood users (and consumers) to “put something back” and contribute to the proper management of British Trees For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Amanda Lewis is a big-tree tracker and an award-winning book editor. Born in Dublin, Ireland, she now divides her time between the internet and a small island in British Columbia, Canada. Tracking Giants is her first book. Visit her at amandalewis.org. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Simply, Ted Green MVO, MBE is a veteran Tree Legend. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

What the difference between roots from a London plane and a cherry? Why does this matter? Tree roots for each species are as diverse as the tree above ground. From the vibrant multi colours of Moras nigra, to the to the yellow-orange of Laburnm. Which roots really smell and what tree has felty roots? All this and more from two Arbs fascinated by tree roots. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

Duncan Clark and family are early adopters of re-wilding their country estate. They are transforming and restoring the historic park land to benefit wildlife whilst being true to the heritage of the estate itself. For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.

In this episode, Stephen talks about his role in the case of a landowner who felled 270 trees protected by a tree preservation order, resulting in a record fine, whilst he was working for Enfiled Council. See the story here For more episodes in the Tree Lady Talks Archive click here.