Branch Out

By Botanic Gardens of Sydney

From catching killers to making medicine - discover the surprising world of plants with your host, Vanessa Fuchs, as you hear from passionate experts from around the world protecting flora and our fut... more

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How many episodes does Branch Out have?

The podcast currently has 62 episodes available.

Branch Out episodes:

June 02, 2022 Fast Flora Facts: Trees
From M. Night Shyamalan to the Bible - this debut episode of our Fast Flora Facts edition of Branch Out covers all sorts of amazing bite-sized facts, stories and research about the biggest group in the plant kingdom - trees.

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8min
May 26, 2022 We’re back with bonus content
We're back and shaking things up this year so you can discover the surprising world of plants with WEEKLY episodes. Hit subscribe to get the first 'fast flora facts' episode on June 3 and join the new Branch Out community on reddit (r/branchoutpodcast) to share your feedback and connect with other listeners.
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4min
August 13, 2021 Talking About Plants
Science communication is a lot like story telling. Hear from Laura Skates, Renee Cawthorne and Dr Karl about the importance of talking on behalf of plants.

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31min
August 03, 2021 Extreme Botany
Extreme plants call for extreme botany. Explore the dangerous world of cliff faces, low rainfall and challenging temperatures.

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29min
July 28, 2021 Tree Change
We know a lot of our listeners, like us, are stuck in lockdown - so we've got a special delivery for you! A bonus episode of Branch Out to celebrate National Tree Day. Tune in to hear a casual chat with Andy Leigh, Associate Professor at the University of Technology Sydney who is studying the effects of climate change on trees and the ecosystems they exist in.

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23min
July 05, 2021 Heal Country
The theme for NAIDOC week this year is Heal Country. But what does it mean?

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23min
June 24, 2021 Starting in Science
Hear from students, recent graduates and trainees who are just starting out in their careers as plant scientists. A big thank you to everyone who participated in this episode; Adam Pigott, Piret May, Ryan P. O'Donnell, Ruby E. Stevens, Melanie O'Donovan, Philippa Alvarez, Yasmin Assar, Justin Collette and Lyndle Hardstaff.

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18min
May 20, 2021 The Plant World Economy
Find out what photosynthesis has to do with economics.

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29min
March 23, 2021 Introducing the Australian Institute of Botanical Science
You are invited to join us for the global launch of the Australian Institute of Botanical Science.

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2min
November 05, 2020 Let's talk about plant sex
Prepare to blush as we explore the unusual, ingenious and sometimes even deceptive ways plants are gettin' it on for the survival of their species.

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25min

FAQs about Branch Out:

How many episodes does Branch Out have?

The podcast currently has 62 episodes available.

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