Tree Lady Talks
The Tree Lady, Sharon Durdant-Hollamby, talks all things trees, nature, forests, natural sciences and health and well-being to fascinating people from all walks of life. Also available as a video podcast on our YouTube channel, '@treeladytalks'. Get in touch with the show treeladytalks@gmail.com
Episodes
140 episodes
George Bumann - Eavesdropping on Animals
SummaryIn this episode of Tree Lady Talks, host Sharon engages with wildlife expert and sculpture artist George Boomin, who shares insights from his book 'Eavesdropping on Animals.' The conversation explores the intricate ways animals c...
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Season 5
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Episode 21
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1:11:22
Charity appeal for Schizophrenia Research by Jacqueline Waring
Please be aware that this episode contains references to taking one's own life (support available in the show notes below). Jacqueline Waring, UK Arboriculturist, speaks of her departed and beloved son Will, who took his own life this year whis...
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5:27
Forest Gardens with Andrew Walton
SummaryIn this episode of Tree Lady Talks, host Sharon engages with Andrew Walton to explore the concept of forest gardens and their ecological and social benefits. They discuss the importance of nature analogous polyculture, which mimi...
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Season 5
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Episode 21
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43:10
Carol Donaldson
In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon and Carol Donaldson discuss the transformative power of volunteering in wildlife conservation. Carol shares her journey from a difficult personal phase to finding purpose and community through her work...
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Season 5
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Episode 20
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50:56
Trees on buildings with Alistair Bayford
SummaryIn this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon discusses the growing trend of planting trees on buildings with expert Alistair Bayford. They explore the benefits of roof gardens, the challenges of structural considerations, soil requ...
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Season 5
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Episode 19
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28:12
Russell Horsey - Greening the Community and Tree Plotter
SummaryIn this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon speaks with Russell Horsey about his work in community greening across the UK, the challenges of funding for these initiatives, and the innovative Tree Plotter software that engages comm...
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Season 5
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Episode 18
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12:49
Henry Kuppen - Tree Guests
SummaryIn this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon interviews Henry Kuppen, a tree ambassador from the Netherlands, about the concept of 'tree guests'—a reframing of pests and diseases that affect trees. Henry discusses the importance of...
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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59:16
Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog, with Zazie Todd
In this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon interviews Zazie Todd, an animal behavior expert, about her book 'Bark' which focuses on understanding and helping fearful, anxious, and reactive dogs. They discuss the outdated training methods that c...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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52:25
3-30-300 - Cecil Konijnendijk and Dirk Voets
SummaryIn this episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon discusses the transformative 3-30-300 rule with experts Cecil Konijnendijk and Dirk Voets. They explore the importance of urban greening, the scientific methodology behind the rule, and ...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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1:00:54
The Politics of Street Trees, Camilla Allen
SummaryThis conversation explores the intricate politics surrounding street trees, focusing on their historical significance, community engagement, and the ongoing challenges in urban forestry. Camilla Allen, a landscape architec...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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56:18
European Tree Standards Jaroslav Kolarik, Czech Republic
In this conversation, Sharon interviews Jaroslav Kolarik, CEO of SafeTrees and member of the Arboriculture Academy in the Czech Republic. They discuss the role of the European Arboriculture Council (EAC) in promoting arboriculture in Europe and...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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53:21
What is Arbitecture? With Dr Gary Winn
Built and natural environments are often referred to independently, but in reality, comprise two defined parts of one environment. Within the environment, trees and buildings exist, though not always in equal relationships. Where development is ...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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1:01:48
Oaklore by Jules Acton - a glorious celebration of the culture & natural history of oaks
In this conversation, Jules Acton discusses her book 'Oaklore' and her journey into the world of nature conservation. She shares her experiences of visiting a nature reserve for the first time and the barriers people may face when trying to eng...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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1:11:48
Callum Throw - Technology in Arb - AI Strikes!
In this episode, Sharon and Callum discuss the use of AI and technology in the arboriculture industry. Callum explains that AI has been around for decades and has been used in various applications, such as loan applications and predictive text....
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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1:19:42
BS:5837 Update - Howard Booth
In this bonus episode of Tree Lady Talks, Sharon discusses the revision of the British standard for trees and construction, BS 5837. She interviews Howard Booth, the chair of the committee proposing the changes, to discuss the main updates. The...
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1:11:16
Trees & Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)! with Simon Thomas, Director of Ecology TMA
The conversation explores the complexities and challenges of implementing biodiversity net gain (BNG) in the UK. The discussion covers topics such as tree replacement, the definition of veteran trees, the role of arboriculturalists in BNG asses...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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1:00:12
A life lesson in Urban Forestry - Dr Mark Johnston
Dr. Mark Johnston, MBE, shares his life story and his journey in the field of urban forestry. From his childhood in London to his adventures as a tree surgeon and his work as a tree officer, he has witnessed the evolution of urban forestry. He ...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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1:23:53
Discovering roots and Lidar! Kimberley Howard, Tim Moya Associates
Kimberley gets to talk to both Sharon & Noel this time, about LIDAR and apples, but not at the same time! Kimberly Howard, a senior Arboricultural Consultant, discusses the use of new technology in arboriculture, specifically the u...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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38:58
Who is The Tree Lady? - Luke Faye finds out!
In this exclusive interview Sharon is interviewed by her friend Luke Fay. They discuss how Sharon got into podcasting, her preparation process, and the challenges of remote interviews. They also talk about Sharon's use of social media, her supe...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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1:15:22
Changing attitudes to change the environment - Professor Chris Baines
Chris Baines is one of the UK’s leading independent environmentalists. He trained as a horticulturalist at Wye College, Kent and then as a landscape architect in Birmingham. He is an award-winning writer and broadcaster, presented w...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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1:07:30
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Sarah Dodd, Tree Law
Sarah Dodd, the Tree Hugging Lawyer, discusses various legal aspects related to trees, including neighboring tree disputes, subsidence, and tree preservation orders. She explains the legal rights and responsibilities of tree owners and neighb...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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1:07:02
BNG and Veteran trees - Julian Forbes-Laird
In this conversation, Sharon and Julian discuss the concept of biodiversity net gain and its unintended consequences, particularly in relation to the classification of veteran trees. They highlight the discrepancy between the definition of vete...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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55:04
Christine Figgener - My Life With Sea Turtles
Christine Figgener, a world-renowned marine biologist, discusses her passion for sea turtles and the importance of their conservation. She shares her journey to Costa Rica and her first impressions of the research station. Christine explains ...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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56:12
Nadina Galle - The Nature of Our Cities
The conversation covers various topics related to urban ecology and the importance of nature in cities. It touches on personal experiences, the role of technology in enhancing urban greenery, and the challenges faced by urban foresters. The gue...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:11:58
