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EPISODE · May 31, 2018 · 28 MIN

How Stupid Is Our Obsession With Lawns? (Rebroadcast)

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Nearly two percent of America is grassy green. Sure, lawns are beautiful and useful and they smell great. But are the costs — financial, environmental and otherwise — worth the benefits? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nearly two percent of America is grassy green. Sure, lawns are beautiful and useful and they smell great. But are the costs — financial, environmental and otherwise — worth the benefits?

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How Stupid Is Our Obsession With Lawns? (Rebroadcast)

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