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Native Plants, Healthy Planet

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Native Plants, Healthy Planet
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  • Native Plants, Healthy Planet

    The Buzz - If You Think Native Plants are Boring, You're in Luck!

    20/03/2026 | 1h 11 mins.
    Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. It’s still conference season!  Tom shares his experience at his latest speaking engagement.  “That’s Hot” is sticky in more ways than one. “This or That” tackles biodiversity, or lack thereof. Tom and Fran sink into a new Mt. Rushmore.  Are you listening to the end for our secret?  Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

    That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant

    Read Fran’s Article / Read Tom’s Article

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  • Native Plants, Healthy Planet

    NJ Coastal and Climate Resilience Conference with Terry Doss and Amanda Archer

    13/03/2026 | 1h 2 mins.
    Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Terry Doss (Co-Director and Chief Restoration Scientist) of the Meadowlands Research and Restoration Institute, and Amanda Archer (Coastal Training & Engagement Coordinator) of Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve, to discuss Coastal Resilience. Topics include Coastal Resilience, the NJCCRC Conference and the importance of collaboration, educating about climate change, the RISING workshop, and the promise of a better future. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

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    Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189.

    Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet – Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube

    Follow Fran Chismar Here.

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  • Native Plants, Healthy Planet

    The Buzz - Can You Smell That Smell?

    06/03/2026 | 1h 32 mins.
    Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. It's conference season!  We have a Canada Goose update. “That’s Hot” is touring the Southern United States. “This or That” tackles Climate Change and Urban Endangered Plants. Tom and Fran have a new Mt. Rushmore. Can you smell what Tom and Fran are cooking?  Are you listening to the end for our secret?  Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

    That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant

    Read Fran’s Article / Read Tom’s Article

    Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189

    Have a comment?  Email [email protected]

    Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet – Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube

    Follow Fran Chismar Here.

    Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good.

    Visit our store Here!

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  • Native Plants, Healthy Planet

    Harmful Algal Blooms with Dr. Fred Lubnow and Jenn Rogers

    27/02/2026 | 1h 33 mins.
    Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Dr. Fred Lubnow (Senior Technical Director) of Princeton Hydro, and Jenn Rogers (Executive Director) of Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space, to discuss Harmful Algal Blooms. Topics include What is a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) and what does it mean for you, how and why do HAB's occur, what technology is used to monitor and prevent them from occurring, and how you can make a difference in your every day life.  Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

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    Follow Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space Here.

    Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189.

    Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet – Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube

    Follow Fran Chismar Here.

    Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit our store Here!

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  • Native Plants, Healthy Planet

    The Buzz - Caaryaaa!

    20/02/2026 | 1h 14 mins.
    Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom and Fran spill the tea. “That’s Hot” pits Northeast vs Southwest. “This or That” travels abroad so make sure you check travel times. Tom and Fran have a new Mt. Rushmore. Are you listening to the end for our musical secret?  Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett.

    That’s Hot – Fran’s Plant / Tom’s Plant

    Read Fran’s Article / Read Tom’s Article

    Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189

    Have a comment?  Email [email protected]

    Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet – Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube

    Follow Fran Chismar Here.

    Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good.

    Visit our store Here!

    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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About Native Plants, Healthy Planet

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick interview some of the top minds in ecology, restoration, conservation, and of course, native plants. Join them on their journey towards knowledge and understanding of some of the larger problems that our ecosystems face.
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