“Green” UF/IFAS Podcasts
Natural Resources and Horticulture Soundbites
Looking to learn more about plants, gardening, and the natural world but don’t have time to read? Well, these podcasts from the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences provide the perfect opportunity to listen on the go. Stick your earbuds in and dig through a host of information and stories that enlighten and inspire.
Cultivating Curiosity
“Cultivating Curiosity” is an Extension podcast about the fascinating world of plants, hosted by Taylor B. Clem, Ph.D. (UF/IFAS Extension Nassau County), and Alyssa Vinson (UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County). They invite experts to discuss topics such as landscape ecology, biodiversity, sustainable food production and more. This podcast will take you on a journey through the intricacies of the plant world. Listen to “Cultivating Curiosity” (When the link opens directly in a listening platform we’ll let you know; this link opens in Spotify).
Planting Pinellas
“Planting Pinellas” is a brand-new podcast dedicated to sustainable gardening and landscaping in Pinellas County. Produced by passionate local Master Gardener Volunteers, this podcast provides valuable insights tailored to the unique environment of west coastal Florida. Listen to “Planting Pinellas.” (Spotify)
Naturally Florida
“Naturally Florida” is a podcast about our state’s natural areas and the wild things that live here. This podcast is brought to you by UF/IFAS Extension’s Natural Resources programs in Polk and Pinellas counties, featuring hosts that facilitate a lively exchange of ideas. While listening to this podcast you can cozy up to lizards, oysters, carnivorous plants, pollinators, and our beloved mosquitos. Listen to “Naturally Florida.”
Science by the Slice
“Science by the Slice” is a podcast from the UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education (PIE Center) that explores the science behind issues affecting our daily lives, encompassing public health, agriculture and natural resources. Experts discuss the science of complex challenges in our society, then through analysis and storytelling, piece together the motivations that reveal the way people think about, form and act on opinions regarding these pivotal issues. Bite into this slice of science to learn more about topics like rural community health, aquaculture, conservation, landscaping, and more. Listen to “Science by the Slice.”
Extension Cord
“Extension Cord” is brought to you by the UF/IFAS Extension of Alachua County. Episodes tackle special topics in Alachua County by speaking with Master Gardener Volunteers, researchers, specialists and community members contributing wonderful impacts to the community. The podcast features topics such as seasonal gardening, wildflowers, food safety, therapeutic horticulture, and the monthly featured plant. Listen to “Extension Cord.” (Player FM)
F.R.E. Lunch: The Food and Resource Economics Podcast
Hosted by the UF/IFAS Food and Resource Economics Department, “F.R.E. Lunch” showcases how their faculty and students are using economic research to understand and address the complex issues facing agricultural and natural resource industries. Listen to experts talk about food waste, forestry and finance, hurricanes and agriculture, craft beer and more. Listen to “F.R.E. Lunch.”
Fire University
“Fire University” is a science-based podcast covering the latest research in fire ecology and how it relates to management of wildlife and plant communities. This podcast dives into topics such as the impact of fire on biodiversity and the relationship between fire and fungi. Listen to “Fire University.” (Apple Podcasts)
Produciendo con Ciencia
“Produciendo con Ciencia” (“Producing with Science”) is a collection of educational interviews delivered in Spanish on agriculture and natural resources topics, conducted by UF/IFAS Extension agents. Episodes provide science-based information related to food and livestock production in Florida. Listen to “Produciendo con Ciencia.” (Spotify)
ProForest PodForest
The “ProForest PodForest” is where forest pros discuss forest woes. Accessible for any listener, this podcast features experts across the forestry sector to discuss issues in forest health and resilience. Tune in to hear interesting conversations on how forestry relates to climate resilience, invasive species, pests, AI and more. Listen to “ProForest PodForest.” (Spotify)
All in for Citrus
Hosted by UF/IFAS and the Southeast AgNet, “All in for Citrus” features short interviews with scientists working to find solutions to citrus greening and other devastating citrus diseases. It provides the latest news and citrus-related research on topics like disease resistant varieties and fruit loss from hurricanes. Listen to “All in for Citrus.” (Spotify)
Wakulla County 4-H Podcast
This podcast produced by UF/IFAS Extension Wakulla County highlights the history of their county 4-H program, featuring interviews with local figures and showcasing community-driven youth projects. Listen to “Wakulla County 4-H Podcast.”
Working in the Weeds
“Working In the Weeds” is a podcast by the UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants. This podcast clarifies issues surrounding invasive plants, and highlights the research being conducted at the center. Sift through content on invasive plants abroad, river restoration, herbicides, plants like giant salvinia and more. Listen to “Working in the Weeds.” (Spotify)