The Biodiversity Podcast
Welcome to this series of thematic podcasts on Biodiversity.
Each episode focuses on a different area of supporting Biodiversity.
The primary objective of the podcast is to be a microlearning tool for gardners, landscapers and Biodiversity enthusiasts.
The episode length is optimal for addressing neurodiversity needs and can therefore be enjoyed while you're on the move.
This podcast is intended not only for landscaping professionals, but everyone curious on the topic of Biodiversity.
Zoe Atlagic and Boncho Kostadinov are the podcast hosts.
Zoe has a background in various botanical knowledge and landscape aesthetics.
Boncho Kostadinov is a landscaping teacher at Green Academy.
Green Academy is a vocational school that offers a wide variety of educations branches in the botanical field.
https://ju.dk/international-green-academy/
They focus on the various aspects of biodiversity and how to implement them.
This podcast is a part of the intellectual output of the EPLUG project.
https://platformurbangreening.eu/
Episodes
12 episodes
Permaculture gardening in the city!
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....
Holiday special
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 ho...
Episode 10 - Green walls
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. ...
Episode 9 - Flowering giants
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 ...
Episode 8 - Biodiversity and the public
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. ...
Episode 7 - Evolution
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.
Episode 6 - How to grow
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...
Episode 5 - Trees in cities
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...
Episode 4 - Flowering herbs perennials and meadows
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 appropr...
Episode 3 - Habitats and food supply chains
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 th...
Episode 2 - Ecosystem Services
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...
