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Tree Disaster
From: Rendered
Series: Destination DIY
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Sometimes DIY isn't the best way to go...and it can lead to disaster.

  • Added: Aug 14, 2013
  • Length: 03:59
Summer Camp For Grown Ups
From: Rendered
Series: Destination DIY
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It's called the Looplore Experiment and it's partially funded through Kickstarter donations. This weekend-long "camp" revolves around arts and craf...

Bought by Boise State Public Radio and PRX Remix


  • Added: Aug 14, 2013
  • Length: 06:59
  • Purchases: 2
Virgin's Guide to Olive Oil
From: Nancy Greenleese
Caption: Marco Viola, the CEO of the Viola olive mill and farm, tastes the oil which was named the world’s best by Flos Olei olive oil guide. , Credit: Viola
The health benefits of extra virgin olive oil are widely touted. The condiment offers so-called good fats and antioxidants. Yet how do you differ...

Bought by KLCC


  • Added: May 23, 2013
  • Length: 04:39
  • Purchases: 1
Planting a permanent culture
From: KALW
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Permaculture is a design method focused on using space efficiently, working with nature, and sustaining resources rather than depleting them. It ai...

  • Added: Jan 25, 2013
  • Length: 07:45
05: Florasonic
From: Everything Sounds
Series: Everything Sounds
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Walk through the Experimental Sound Studio's Florasonic installation in the new episode.

Bought by PRX Remix


  • Added: Nov 29, 2012
  • Length: 10:33
  • Purchases: 1
Restoring The American Chestnut
From: Hal B Klein
Caption: American chestnut grove in Sewickley, PA. , Credit: Hal B. Klein
Those chestnuts "roasting on an open fire" in the iconic "Christmas Song" have a secret. They're European. The American chestnut was once a keysto...

Bought by KLCC and WRST-FM Oshkosh


  • Added: Nov 25, 2012
  • Length: 05:30
  • Purchases: 2
A 100-Mile Thanksgiving
From: With Good Reason
Series: With Good Reason: Weekly Half Hour Long Episodes
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This is one of our favorite Thanksgiving shows from the past: We invite you to a traditional Thanksgiving meal, where nearly everything on the tabl...

Bought by RadioStPete Florida, WJCT, KMXT, Allegheny Mountain Radio, WVTF and more


  • Added: Nov 09, 2012
  • Length: 29:00
  • Purchases: 11
Urban farming takes root in the Bay Area
From: KALW
Caption: PRX default Piece image
Less than a year ago, Happy Lot Farm and Garden was just another plot of land slated for development. Today, it's an urban farm. And places like it...

  • Added: Oct 22, 2012
  • Length: 06:55
West Nile and Birds
From: With Good Reason
Series: news features
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This year’s outbreak of the West Nile virus is breaking records, with over 1500 cases reported so far. One researcher believes that decreasing the ...

Bought by KENW


  • Added: Sep 07, 2012
  • Length: 02:32
  • Purchases: 1
Local Seed Savers Aim to Restore Lost Genetics and Yummy Flavors
From: Hal B Klein
Caption: Amanda West is a fan of seed saving.
Saving seeds from the strongest fruit and vegetable plants used to be a regular part of planning the next year's garden. But most people today buy ...

Bought by XRAY.fm and WAMC Northeast Public Radio


  • Added: Jul 13, 2012
  • Length: 04:25
  • Purchases: 2
A Year of Idaho Food Wrap Up
From: Guy Hand
Series: Northwest Food News & Edible Idaho
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Producer Guy Hand looks back on the highlights of the 12 month long project called "2011: The Year of Idaho Food."

Bought by Spokane Public Radio and KISU


  • Added: Dec 31, 2011
  • Length: 04:00
  • Purchases: 2
Meatless Monday: Moderation At The Dinner Table
From: Emily Berman
Caption: Vegetables!
You've probably heard of 'Meatless Monday,' but have you tried it? The idea of 'Meatless Monday' goes back to World War I, as a way to conserve re...

Bought by WAMC Northeast Public Radio


  • Added: Dec 16, 2011
  • Length: 03:04
  • Purchases: 1
Quince: A Path to the Past
From: Guy Hand
Series: Northwest Food News & Edible Idaho
Caption: Quince, Credit: Guy Hand
Modern science acknowledges the unique power of taste and aroma to teleport us back in time. It’s simply the way our brains are wired. For Boisean ...

Bought by Boise State Public Radio, New Hampshire Public Radio, Spokane Public Radio, KLCC, KUOW and more


  • Added: Dec 10, 2011
  • Length: 04:00
  • Purchases: 7
Late Season Garden Equipment Care
From: Judy Fossum
Series: High Plains Home & Yard
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Just as you take care of your gardens, it is now time to take care of the equipment that helps you with your gardening chores. This edition of "Hi...

Bought by WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass.


  • Added: Nov 12, 2011
  • Length: 01:56
  • Purchases: 1
Pumpkins
From: Judy Fossum
Series: High Plains Home & Yard
Caption: Pumpkins, Credit: Google Images
Fall is upon us and that means Pumpkins! This edition of "High Plains Home & Yard" is all about the pumpkin. Enjoy!

  • Added: Oct 15, 2011
  • Length: 02:10
Flower Philosopher
From: Eleanor Kagan
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It’s a tradition on Valentine’s Day to give flowers to the person you love, and then they love you more, right?

Bought by WITF


  • Added: Oct 12, 2011
  • Length: 02:07
  • Purchases: 1
Fall Yard Care
From: Judy Fossum
Series: High Plains Home & Yard
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It might be getting brown and a little dry, but that is no reason not to take care of your lawn this fall. In fact, some fall yard care can do a l...

  • Added: Oct 04, 2011
  • Length: 02:27
Riddles from the Border Regions, 9/24/11
From: Joan VanBuskirk
Series: Riddles from the Border Regions
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UPON A LADDER I WILL CLIMB...

Bought by KRCB 104.9


  • Added: Sep 21, 2011
  • Length: 01:30
  • Purchases: 1
More on Homegrown Tomatoes as They're That Good
From: Judy Fossum
Series: High Plains Home & Yard
Caption: Tomatoes, Credit: Google Images
Sure, homegrown tomatoes are super tasty and are a favorite of just about everyone. That's good news too, as their tastiness provides plenty of he...

  • Added: Sep 18, 2011
  • Length: 01:56
It's Tomato Season!
From: Judy Fossum
Series: High Plains Home & Yard
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It is that time of the year when fresh tomatoes are still plentiful and being enjoyed by gardeners and non-gardeners alike. This edition of "High ...

  • Added: Sep 04, 2011
  • Length: 02:16
Portland Fruit Tree Project
From: Rendered
Series: Destination DIY
Caption: Shiro plums picked by the Portland Fruit Tree Project (after this photo was taken), Credit: Portland Fruit Tree Project
The Portland Fruit Tree Project harvests fruit that would otherwise go to waste and gives it to area food banks, where fresh produce is scarce.

Bought by KUOW


  • Added: Sep 01, 2011
  • Length: 05:16
  • Purchases: 1
Veggie Harvesting on the High Plains
From: Judy Fossum
Series: High Plains Home & Yard
Caption: Harvesting Veggies, Credit: Google Images
It is time to reap the benefits of your gardening efforts this season! This edition of "High Plains Home & Yard" provides a few good tips on harve...

  • Added: Aug 18, 2011
  • Length: 01:49
Lawn Care on the High Plains
From: Judy Fossum
Series: High Plains Home & Yard
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This edition of "High Plains Home & Yard" will give you some handy tips on how to keep your prized lawn looking healthy along with some suggestions...

  • Added: Aug 13, 2011
  • Length: 02:03
Gardening for native bees
From: KALW
Caption: UC Berkeley professor Gordon Frankie (left) and his team maintain an urban garden to attract native bees for research
For the past five years there’s been a phenomenon of disappearing worker bees called Colony Collapse Disorder. This has many scientists wanting to ...

  • Added: Aug 03, 2011
  • Length: 03:27
Edible Flowers
From: Vermont Public
Series: Charlie's Garden Journal
Caption: Edible Flower Salad, Credit: LexnGer/Flickr
Charlie profiles edible flowers. There are many varieties to choose from that are good for salads, drinks, stir fries, soups and desserts. Charlie...

Bought by WMNR and WMNR


  • Added: Jul 27, 2011
  • Length: 02:30
  • Purchases: 2