Honey Locusts: Unraveling Ecological and Cultural Connections with Dr. Robert Warren

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What do ants, the Cherokee, and Honey Locusts have in common? We chat with Dr. Robert Warren of the Warren lab of SUNY Buffalo about climate change & human-managed landscapes. To see his research, check out: http://scholar.buffalostate.edu/warrenrj/ For sources and to read more about this subject, visit: www.agroecologies.org To support this podcast, join our patreon for early, commercial-free episode access at https://www.patreon.com/poorprolesalmanac For PPA Writing Content, visit: www.agroecologies.org For PPA Restoration Content, visit: www.restorationagroecology.com For PPA Merch, visit: www.poorproles.com For PPA Native Plants, visit: www.nativenurseries.org To hear Tomorrow, Today, our sister podcast, visit: www.tomorrowtodaypodcast.org/ Ecological Systems, Climate Change, Ants, Seed Dispersal, Ecosystem Engineering, Plants, Reproduction, Antimicrobial Benefits, Honey Locust Tree, Native American Cultures, Sugary Pods, Human Intervention, Ecological Resilience, Non-Native Species, Oak Trees, Nature Conservation, Communication, Doug Tallamy, Scientific Research Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Take a walk down memory lane with us as we explore the cultural and ecological significance of the honey locust tree, recalling childhood adventures amongst its thorny branches. We dive into the deep-rooted connections between the honey locust and Native American cultures, particularly the Cherokee people. Learn about the intriguing research that links higher sugar content in honey locust pods to their historical cultivation near Native American sites, revealing a fascinating blend of history, culture, and botany.

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