If mushrooms are not plants or animals, what are they? Today we're exploring the fascinating world of fungi! We're looking at:

• What are mushrooms? (Are they… aliens?)
• What other living things are like mushrooms?
• How does fungus help humans, plants, and our planet?
• How does fungus use code like a computer?

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Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:

“But the Spirit produces the fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control...” Galatians 5:22-23

“I (Jesus) am the vine, and you are the branches. If any remain in me and I remain in them, they produce much fruit. But without me they can do nothing.” John 15:5

“How many are your works, LORD! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.” Psalm 104:24

Terms Introduced:

Fungi: Category of living things including mushrooms, lichen, yeast, and mold.

Mycelium: Underground network of fungi that produces mushrooms.

Decomposing: Breaking down organic (natural) material. Decaying.

Biocomputing: The scientific study of how living things compute or use information like computers.

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Disclaimer: Fungi can be dangerous! This guide & podcast episode are educational only and not to be used as a guide for determining whether a mushroom is safe. Never touch mushrooms without expert advice.