The Biodiversity Podcast

Send us a text In this episode, we usher in Series 2 and a new chapter for the podcast as our esteemed host Zoe takes maternity leave. Stepping in as the interim host is Boncho Kostadinov. For this installment, we've relocated the podcast studio to the prestigious Copenhagen Business School. The Dean of Landscaping at Green Academy Aarhus, Peder Glud and I, had the pleasure to interview Prof. Maribel Blasco and Postdoc. Albina Dioba, about their involvement in ''Permahaven'' - a permaculture garden in the heart of Copenhagen. We discuss the challenges and advantages of creating such spaces, as well as the hidden benefits and values. How we can address biodiversity, sustainability and well-being in the big city. “This green oasis in the heart of the big city wouldn’t have been possible to achieve without the support of the student organisation CBS Climate Club, and in particular their former President Sebastian Cyril Ladegourdie Olsson. Special thanks to Prof. Isabel Froes who, as co-founder and co-coordinator of Permahaven alongside Prof. Maribel Blasco, has worked tirelessly to make the garden a reality.

Send us a text This is an informal discussion between the host and the producer on some of the topics that Zoe has talked about through the year. Tell us, if there are other topics you would enjoy hearing about on The Biodiversity Podcast. Enjoy your holidays and Happy New Year! The Biodiversity Podcast will return in 2024! The episode length is 24:12:23 ;) This podcast is supported by Green Academy Denmark and the Platform for Urban Greening project.

Send us a text Ever been curious about Green walls?? What is this feature and is it something we should be more focused on… Green walls have a lot of benefits, and also a lot of obstacles. Come with us and delve into the world of vertical gardens.

Send us a text Often biodiversity talk tends to steer towards the small flowering plants. It is equally important to consider the role of the big flowering shrubs and trees... and how one goes about selecting the ''right'' plant. Zoe talks about KEY species and why they are so important to support life diversity.

Send us a text Do you have an existing plant area and would like to make it more biodiverse?? We are here to give you some inspiration along the way – listen to how to implement more biodiversity and how you proudly can communicate with the public. We love hearing from you, so please write us with any questions.

Send us a text Ever pondered about how life came to be?? And how life has developed over the many years of evolution? Let’s dive into the topic together, where we discover the evolution of life through the perspective of extinctions.

Send us a text In this episode we talk all about the eight different conditions plants need in order to survive and thrive. We as landscapers can change some of them, and others are not within our control. Tune in and learn more...

Send us a text Trees are the earths lungs? So let's get more of them into our beautiful cities – join me on this journey into the interesting lives of city trees. Learn how to pick suitable trees, how to plant and maintain them and also about all the benefits of planting more trees in our concrete jungles.

Send us a text Hi and welcome back! This episode is all about flowers! Yes, flower is power 😊 we need flowers and not just for their incredible beauty, but for the part they play in sustaining life. That is why, I will tell you about how to choose the appropriate flowering plants for your needs, how to plant and maintain them, as well as what benefits they provide.

Send us a text In this episode, Zoe will talk you through no less than 10 different ecosystem services, which all play a vital part in sustaining life on earth. We will go on a journey that will illuminate the hidden nooks and crannies of the ecosystem engine.

Send us a text Hello, and welcome back to the world of biodiversity; this episode is all about the different components of an ecosystem; what is it, where and why? Ecosystems and supply chains are forever naturally linked, and aid each other in maintaining the optimal balance.

Send us a text What is the buzz all about?... pun intended. Zoe delves into the importance of Biodiversity and why it is on the political agenda. The first topic of our podcast is .. why Biodiversity, what does it mean and how can it contribute to a more sustainable future?