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08/07/2026

Have you ever had to pick a new partner to work with? Was the outcome what you were expecting? As director, producer, and co-host of The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast I had to select a new co-host to work with and, I will honestly say that I could not have found a better co-host than Lou Meyer from Davey Tree Expert Company. Although I miss Hal, who has moved on to higher callings, Lou brings a background that will open up new opportunities for guests. This should certainly keep you, our loyal listeners engaged. You can hear all about Lou at the link below.

https://www.theplantatrilliontreespodcast.com/podcasts/episode210-lou-meyer

If you have any questions, or suggestions for your own guests. - Lou and I can be reached through our host page. This is certainly a great way to start a new seventh season.

06/22/2026

Do you know the difference between summer pruning and winter pruning? Right now, everyone on the East coast should be thinking about preventive pruning for trees. You can hear my conversation with Kathy Jentz on the Washington DC Gardener.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with award-winning horticultural author, speaker, and podcast...

06/14/2026

I can't believe that we are starting our 7th season for The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast. Here is an update.

Welcome to The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast - Lou Meyer!! We are delighted that you are joining us as the new co-host. We know that our listeners will love the breadth and diversity of your knowledge and your great sense of humor.
We are diligently curating a list of guests as we approach the beginning of our seventh season at the beginning of August. Please stay tuned and thank you for your patience while this transition takes place.
And if you haven't heard our podcast, please check it out on
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-plant-a-trillion-trees-podcast/id1529359232 and all other major platforms.

05/06/2026

Have you ever met someone who seems so perfectly matched to their work that you can feel it the moment they start speaking? That’s exactly the impression you get from Rob Shaut, COO of Casey Trees. His energy is unmistakable—and contagious. Within minutes of our conversation, it becomes clear: as long as Rob is helping lead the charge, tree planting isn’t just continuing—it’s accelerating. His passion isn’t subtle. It shows up in every answer, every story, and every vision he shares for greener cities.

We were also joined by guest co-host Lou Meyer, who knows Rob well—and even he couldn’t help but call out that same infectious enthusiasm for tree planting. The result? A high-energy, insight-packed conversation that will leave you inspired to take action in your community.

Have a listen at: https://www.theplantatrilliontreespodcast.com/podcasts/episode208-rob-shaut

04/24/2026

HAPPY ARBOR DAY from The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast!!

This enormous flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) was planted in 1969 at Wyck Historic House and Garden in Germantown Philadelphia. It is the oldest rose garden in the country and also has gorgeous trees.

https://www.theplantatrilliontreespodcast.com/

04/01/2026

Have you ever had to make a difficult, and very personal, business decision? I am in the midst of one now. Selecting a new co-host.
The last 5+ years that I have worked with Hal Rosner on The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast has been life changing. We talked with global experts, national leaders, and local movers and shakers all doing the heavy lifting for tree planting and the climate crisis.
I have felt immense gratitude to have worked with Hal – selecting guests, doing the research, and doing the interviews.
Today, however, I offer to you Hal’s final episode as my co-host. It is bittersweet but I hope you will listen to his life changing plan.
The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast will continue and I look forward to bringing new and exciting episodes with my future co-host ...
Leave us a comment, or go to our website www.theplantatrilliontreespodcast.com and do it through our contact page. Thank you!

03/02/2026

Are you going to the Philadelphia Flower Show? If so, come join me tomorrow, March 2nd. I will be doing a talk on 'Espaliers – An Age-Old Pruning Technique That is an Art Form' at 2:30-3:30 PM part of the Know to Grow Program. If you are an arborist, I will have a sign in sheet to submit to ISA for those who are looking for CEUs.

I look forward to see you there.

02/24/2026

Did you ever meet someone that you know will change the world big time in a great way? Ashley Beckwith is that person from Foray Bioscience - solving some of the most pressing issues of our time. Did you know we are having a huge global seed shortage of species around the world? Ashley and her team at Foray Bioscience have developed some of the answers and continue to find answers for environmental problems that have been brewing as climate change continues to be a serious issue. Tissue culture is definitely here to stay. We hope you have a listen to this earth changing podcast on The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast. https://lnkd.in/ePq9br2v
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01/08/2026

Does your state finance trees for homeowners, communities, or for municipalities? After talking with Orsi Lazar about her new position with the DCNR, Pennsylvania is living up to its state's name as the sylvan state. Our conversation dives deep into trees and their distribution throughout Pennsylvania. We know you will like this podcast even if you don't live in PA. It may give you some ideas for your own state's greening efforts or even your country.

https://www.theplantatrilliontreespodcast.com/podcasts/episode205-orsolya-orsi-lazar

01/07/2026

Happy New Year!! I thought I would share our most popular podcast of 2025 with you. It was with Kevin Zuidervliet from Octoraro Native Plant Nursery. This new nursery owner shared a myriad of information that resonated with many listeners. We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed creating it.

https://www.theplantatrilliontreespodcast.com/podcasts/episode191-kevin-zuidervliet