Arborist Podcast

Pruning Standards, Planting & Preservation ISA BCMA Study Guide (Ep 3)

A comprehensive walkthrough of arboricultural best management practices (BMPs) for the ISA Board Certified Master Arborist exam. We review ANSI A300 pruning specification

Tree Diagnostics, Pathology & PHC ISA BCMA Study Guide: (Ep 2)

Tackle complex diagnostic scenarios for the ISA BCMA examination. Learn how to systematically identify abiotic disorders, biotic pests, and fungal pathogens to build effe

Tree Biology, Soil Science & Water Relations ISA BCMA Study Guide (Ep 1)

Master the Science Domain of the ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) exam. This episode breaks down advanced tree biology, soil physics, and water dynamics into ac

Surviving the Storm Ep. 6: The Mental Aftermath (Demobilization & Mental Health)

Turning the saws off and coming home brings its own set of challenges. In the series finale, we cover gear teardown and chemical decontamination, processing the severe ad

Surviving the Storm Ep. 5: The Marathon (Gear Maintenance & Operational Fatigue)

When week two sets in and the adrenaline wears off, grinding exhaustion becomes your biggest threat. Learn how to maintain powerheads in abrasive storm mud, enforce stric

Surviving the Storm Ep. 4: The Physics of Storm Wood (Spring-Poles & Barber-Chairs)

Normal trees cut like trees—storm wood acts like a loaded trap. Dive deep into biomechanics under extreme stress. Master reading tension and compression, preventing dange

Surviving the Storm Ep. 3: The First 72 Hours (Emergency Triage & Electrical Hazards)

The immediate aftermath of a hurricane is the most hazardous phase of a deployment. Learn how to shift your mindset from "tree trimming" to "disaster triage," clear essen

Surviving the Storm Ep. 2: Weathering the Storm (Landfall & The Bunker)

When the wind starts howling, the waiting game begins. In this episode, we discuss tracking the storm radar, mental triage, managing crew anxiety in the shop, and enforci

Surviving the Storm Ep. 1: The Calm Before (Pre-Storm Prep & Staging)

The 48 to 72 hours before a hurricane hits is where you win or lose the storm. We break down the vital pre-storm logistics: staging equipment away from hazardous canopies

Surviving the Storm: A Masterclass in Hurricane Tree Response

Storm work is not regular tree care. When a hurricane hits, gravity changes, logistics shatter, and wood comes under extreme 3D tension. Hosted by an Arborist and veteran

Certified Arborist Exam Prep: 90 Tree Biology Terms Masterclass

Preparing for the ISA Certified Arborist Exam or studying plant biology? This comprehensive compilation covers 90 essential Tree Biology terms—complete with official defi

Administration, Policy, and Planning

Ready to conquer the toughest administrative, policy, and planning hurdles on the ISA CUFP exam? Don't let bureaucratic systems or complex compliance rules wreck your cha

Communication and Public Education - ISA Urban Forest Professional: Domain 3

Ready to crush Domain 3 of the ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional (CUFP) exam? Don't let public relations, stakeholder conflicts, or complex funding frameworks cost

Introduction to Arboricultural Practices - ISA Urban Forest Professional: Domain 2

Want to lock in 26% of your ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional Exam score right now? Master Domain 2 with this ultimate breakdown of hands-on urban tree care practic

Arborist Career Path: How to Earn Higher Wages

Want to step out of the ground crew and into a high-paying climber or foreman role? The secret to accelerating your promotions starts with mastering the ground game. In

Groundman Training: Master Chippers, Saws & Knots

Ready to upgrade from a basic helper to a highly paid tree care technician? It starts with mastering the heaviest, most dangerous equipment on the job site. In Episode 5

Groundman Secrets: How to Leave a Five-Star Job Site

Why do we call the property cleanup phase the "money zone"? From a business perspective, cleanup is where a tree company secures its profit, retains customers, and builds

Episode 22: Standing on the Ground - From the Canopy to the Company: The Business of Arboriculture

Are you building a self-sustaining arborist legacy, or will your tree care business wither away the exact second you stop working? Tying your financial security to your p

Ground Crew Secrets: How to Read a Climber's Mind

Want to transform from a basic tree care laborer into an indispensable, high-value asset? The secret isn’t just working harder—it’s learning how to read your climber’s mi

Episode 21: Building a Sellable Canopy - From the Canopy to the Company: The Business of Arboriculture

Are you building a self-sustaining arborist enterprise that generates generational wealth, or are you just a slave to a business system that will collapse the exact secon