Queen City Green

FreshList: Local Farmers, Chefs, and Sustainable Practices

Host John Searby interviews FreshList leaders Anthony Mirisciotta and Matt Martin about how their food hub connects Carolinas farmers with chefs through transparent, seas

Crescent Communities' River District

Host John Searby, CEO of Daniel Stowe Conservancy, interviews Andrew Baysden of Crescent Communities about Crescent’s history and the River District master-planned commun

The World of Ginseng

Hosts Jason Bonham and Dylan Wrubel welcome horticulture staff members Sachaly Rosario Rivera and Emma McGee to discuss ginseng, including its “all-healing” origins, slow

Growth and Green: Merging Healthcare and Horticulture

Host John Searby of the Daniel Stowe Conservancy interviews Blair Primis, Chief Growth Officer at OrthoCarolina, about community-focused partnerships and building brand r

Eucalyptus and Beyond

Hosts Jason Bonham and Dylan Ruble talk with horticulturists Chloe Linton and Karen Kottkamp on eucalyptus at Daniel Stowe, covering species diversity, leaf changes, bark

The Guardian of Lost Hollow

Host John Searby interviews Charlotte artist and illustrator Brett Blumenthal about collaborating on “The Guardian of Lost Hollow,” a children’s book inspired by the Adve

Grape Varieties and Wine Making

Hosts Jason Bonham and Dylan Wrubel welcome horticulture team members Lindsey Bargar and Allyssa Boerngen to discuss grapes and wine. They cover viticulture basics, Chi

Allergy Tips for Outdoor Lovers

Host John Searby welcomes Dr. Roopen Patel of Carolina Asthma and Allergy Center to discuss enjoying Daniel Stowe Conservancy despite spring allergies. Dr. Patel explai

Trailblazing Gaston County

Host John Searby interviews Ashton Lamb of the Carolina Thread Trail about the 1,600‑mile regional trail plan and how it’s built through partnerships, grants, and technic

Milkweed, Monarchs, and More

Hosts Jason Bonham and Dylan Wrubel are joined by Janet Manuel and Cassy Hallman from Daniel Stowe Conservancy to discuss Trailhead’s tastings and then spotlight milkweed

The Pollinator Powerhouse of Mountain Mint

In this episode of 'Shovel and Spade,' Jason Bonham and Dylan Wrubel discuss the mountain mint plant's benefits and its ecological impact. Joined by Katherine Baxter and

Reimagine Your Lawn: Sustainable Landscaping with Your Lawn Stewards

Host John Searby talks with Aaron and Annie Crites of Your Lawn Stewards. They discuss their journey from corporate life to starting an eco-friendly lawn care business f

Public Health and Conservation: How a Healthy Environment Means Healthy People

Hosts Ryan Cater talk with Piedmont Promise's newest team member, Alexis Thompson, to talk about the overlap between conservation and public health.

The Power of Nonprofit Innovation with Next Stage's CEO Josh Jacobson

John Searby hosts Josh Jacobson, CEO of Next Stage. They discuss shared environmental initiatives, the importance of collaboration among nonprofits, nonprofit challenge

The Secret Life of Hops

The 'Shovel and Spade' podcast, sponsored by Petty Thieves Brewing Company, discusses tasting a hazy IPA, the science of hops, and horticultural challenges faced by the h

What’s Data Got to do with it?

Data-driven decisions are still important, especially when it comes to conservation. In this episode, Ryan Carter talks with UNCC’s Urban Institute and Data Trust about P

WithersRavenel and the Path to Sustainable Growth

John Searby, CEO of The Daniel Stowe Conservancy, discusses the unique partnership with guests from WithersRavenel, an engineering firm known for its sustainable and inno

Shovel and Spade: Seeds of Inspiration

In this first episode of Shovel and Spade, from The Daniel Stowe Conservancy, hosted by Jason Bonham and Dylan Ruble, we explore the world of horticulture. Joined by team

Nurturing Nature in Trail Design

John Searby, CEO of Daniel Stowe Conservancy and Catawba River Keeper, discusses initiatives to promote environmental change and outdoor activities in the Charlotte regio

Unpacking the NC Legislative Session

In this episode of the Advocacy Hour podcast, hosted by Ryan Carter and Ellie Riggs of Piedmont Promise, the focus is on recent conservation efforts and legislative updat