Discovering Forestry

Episode 220 - Chainsaw Love, An Official Book Review with Author James Card

Korey sits down with the author, James Card, to discuss his book Chainsaw Love. Korey and James discuss the history of chainsaws, the advancements that have been made in the technology over time, and proper safety practices. James also gives his thoughts on how chainsaws will be used and improved in the future. Chainsaw Love is available from retail and online booksellers everywhere or at https://shop.wisconsinhistory.org/chainsaw-love [https://shop.wisconsinhistory.org/chainsaw-love]. The book is also available as an e-book from all major e-book outlets.  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! * Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod * Instagram: @discovering_forestry * Facebook: Discovering Forestry * YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 * LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠ [https://youtu.be/4WkCbTlA8mc]   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ [https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/sport-rock-logo1-13776/] Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Episode 219 - Legends of Arboriculture with Don Blair

Korey and Joe sit down with the legendary Don Blair to discuss his extensive career in the tree care industry. Don shares stories not only from his career, but also his father’s, Millard Blair, who had a 70+ year career as an arborist. The guys and Don discuss the changes he’s seen made in the tree industry, particularly the advancements made in equipment. Don also shares why he believes educating younger students on the opportunities in the tree care industry is crucial going forward for industry growth. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! * Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod * Instagram: @discovering_forestry * Facebook: Discovering Forestry * YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 * LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠ [https://youtu.be/4WkCbTlA8mc]   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ [https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/sport-rock-logo1-13776/] Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Episode 218 - Understanding Trees with Henry Kuppen, Tree Ambassador

Korey and Joe sit down with Henry Kuppen, a Tree Ambassador and Consultant in the Netherlands, for a conversation on how to responsibly and smartly plant trees. Henry and the guys emphasize the need to value quality over quantity when it comes to planting trees. Henry and the guys also talk about the importance of having plans in place on how to take care of the trees after they have been planted. For more on Henry you check out his website https://www.henrykuppen.nl/en [https://www.henrykuppen.nl/en] ! If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! * Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod * Instagram: @discovering_forestry * Facebook: Discovering Forestry * YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 * LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠ [https://youtu.be/4WkCbTlA8mc]   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ [https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/sport-rock-logo1-13776/] Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Episode 217 - Traditional Forestry Management with Bill Cook

Korey and Joe sit down with Bill Cook, Editor, Michigan Forests and a retired MSU Extension forester/biologist, to discuss his 40+ years in the forestry industry. Bill shares how his experience as both a forester and wildlife biologist impacted his view of forestry management and have allowed him to view the “bigger picture.” See below for links to Bill’s work. BeLEAF It or Not! videos for classrooms:  https://www.youtube.com/c/beleafitornot [https://www.youtube.com/c/beleafitornot]  Michigan Forests Forever Teachers Guide:  https://mff.forest.mtu.edu/Default.htm [https://mff.forest.mtu.edu/Default.htm]  Upper Peninsula Tree Identification: https://uptreeid.forest.mtu.edu/ [https://uptreeid.forest.mtu.edu/]  Michigan Forest Pathways http://miforestpathways.net [http://miforestpathways.net]  Michigan Wood Energy http://www.canr.msu.edu/wood_energy [http://www.canr.msu.edu/wood_energy]  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! * Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod * Instagram: @discovering_forestry * Facebook: Discovering Forestry * YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 * LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠ [https://youtu.be/4WkCbTlA8mc]   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ [https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/sport-rock-logo1-13776/] Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Episode 216 - Preserving Trees and Money with Mark Mann of Tree Mann Solutions, LLC

Korey and Joe sit down with Mark Mann, the Founder of Tree Mann Solutions, LLC. Mark and the guys discuss their shared passion for preserving trees. Mark shares his journey through the tree industry, starting in landscape, working for Davey Tree, and eventually starting Tree Mann Solutions and further shares the consulting work they are doing to help preserve trees. For more on Tree Man Solutions you can visit their website; https://treemannsolutions.com/ [https://treemannsolutions.com/] If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! * Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod * Instagram: @discovering_forestry * Facebook: Discovering Forestry * YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 * LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠ [https://youtu.be/4WkCbTlA8mc]   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ [https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/sport-rock-logo1-13776/] Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello