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The Landscape Nerd
by Maci
Learning to embrace your inner nerd to make better outdoor spaces. Hosted by Maci Nelson
Episodes
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Landscape x Tea
In this episode, we explore the cultural significance and landscape architecture of tea. Discover how tea cultivation and trade have shaped landscapes and societies worldwide, from ancient legends to contemporary tea gardens! Thelandscapenerd.com @thelandscapenerd
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Landscapes Unmuted- Tea Connections: From Garden to Cup
We're back! Maci and Divine share their personal connections to tea, discussing its cultural significance, the rituals surrounding it, and how it intersects with landscape architecture. Drawing on their experiences with tea —from childhood memories to current practices —they delve into the idea…
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Landscape x Deconstruction
In this episode of The Landscape Nerd Podcast, Maci chats with Malena Grigoli and Jennifer Lumpkin about Project Sophia—a creative, community-driven effort rethinking what it means to take buildings apart. They dig into the difference between deconstruction and demolition, the power of art and...
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Landscape x Bias and Belonging
Maci and Kristen discuss the subtlety of bias and the barriers to belonging in landscape architecture. The conversation shares many personal insights revealed in addressing the challenges of navigating assumptions in public design and advocating for more inclusive thoughts and conversations...
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Landscape x Connecting
In this episode, we celebrate World Landscape Architecture Month and Autism Acceptance Month with a conversation about connection! Maci and guest Caressa Joyce explore the deep connections humans have with the land and how practices help connect us to our understanding of nature and community.…
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Landscape Lore: Cherry Blossoms
In this episode, we explore the enchanting world of cherry blossoms- their beauty, cultural significance, and the folklore surrounding them. Words for the algorithm: #Landscapearchitecture #design #Cherryblossoms #spring #folklore #culturalsignificance #symbolism #nature #beauty #ephemeral...
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Landscapes Unmuted: Vulnerability in Entrepreneurship
Vulnerability in Entrepreneurship Maci and Divine explore the complexities of entrepreneurship, focusing on the intertwining of personal identity and professional life. They discuss the challenges of vulnerability, community support, and the emotional facets of being an entrepreneur. The...
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Audio Only: Landscape x 5 years
In this episode, we are celebrating 5 years together!!! We’ve been through a lot and I wonder what the next 5 years have in store for us. As the podcast has grown, so has the number of nerds tuning in! We are making an impact and I want to keep learning together. We will talk about the purpose of...
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Landscape x 5 years
In this episode, we are celebrating 5 years together!!! We’ve been through a lot and I wonder what the next 5 years have in store for us. As the podcast has grown, so has the number of nerds tuning in! We are making an impact and I want to keep learning together. We will talk about the purpose of...
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Landscapes Unmuted: Redefining Success
In this episode of Landscapes Unmuted, Divine and Maci explore the concept of success, and redefining it. They discuss the traditional stereotypes of success and the challenges they present to keeping people in the field. The conversation emphasizes the need to redefine success to include…
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Audio Only Landscapes Unmuted: Finding Ease in New Beginnings
Audio Only Don't worry, The Landscape Nerd is not going anywhere, it's just growing a bit! In this inaugural episode of Landscapes Unmuted, hosts Maci Nelson and Divine Ndemeye introduce their new podcast, discussing their backgrounds, the importance of collaboration, and the challenges of...
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Landscapes Unmuted: Finding Ease in New Beginnings
Don't worry, The Landscape Nerd is not going anywhere, it's just growing a bit! In this inaugural episode of Landscapes Unmuted, hosts Maci Nelson and Divine Ndemeye introduce their new podcast, discussing their backgrounds, the importance of collaboration, and the challenges of navigating mental...
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Landscape x Mental Landscapes
Hello Everyone! Maci here, happy to share a new episode! We discuss emotions informing the design of our environment. Please rate and/or leave a review, it helps the show a lot! If you wish to learn more about Kelsey and Mental Landscapes? https://mentallandscapes.com/...
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Landscape x Dark Skies
Just in time for the supermoon! We are learning about dark skies, nocturnal conservation, and light pollution. To learn more check out:https://darksky.org/ @darksky_intl and listen to:...
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Landscape x Inspiration with Kacey Parrales
Let's find the inspiration to keep going! Hello Everyone, On this episode of TLN we are thinking about inspiration and artistic expression. We are joined by artist, designer, and awesome person, Kacey Parrales. Kacey and I recorded this about a year and half ago when we were both teaching and we...
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Landscape x Advocacy
Let's all talk about advocacy! This episode is a recording from the 2024 New Jersey Chapter ASLA Annual Meeting! The session you will hear today was a panel titled Future Forum: The Journey From Advocacy to Leadership. I've gotten a lot of questions and have had amazing conversations about this...
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Landscape x Public Relations
It feels good to be back! Hello everyone and hello 2024! This year we are focusing on how to bring out your uniqueness in the profession. I know we do that already, but it is nice to say it again! Today we are speaking with someone who knows you all fairly well,but maybe you did not know about...
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Landscape x Black Women Explore
Hello Nerds! Today, we are discussing what it means to be a person of color in outdoor spaces. We can’t cover everything but we sure give it a try! Please join me in speaking with Kimberly Young and Bronlynn Thurman, the creators of Black Women Explore a community in Akron, Ohio promoting women…
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Nerd Note 4: The Blue Rose
We are enjoying the retelling of a Chinese folklore story called The Blue Rose. I hope this story inspires you to find the people who make your dreams a reality. www.thelandscapenerd.com
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Landscape x Pass the LARE
Oh the ominous LARE. The Landscape Architecture Registration Exam is something that everyone in the profession knows about. Yet, despite its popularity, the exam remains a mystery in many ways. Today we are going to talk to Claire Kern, founder of Pass the LARE, a new study resource. We are...
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Landscape x Dungeons and Dragons
We are going to investigate how designers and DnD players participate in world-building! This episode is full of nerdy joy and curiosity! Dungeons and Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game that requires collaboration to solve problems and tell a compelling story. If you've never thought about…
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Nerd Note 3
Encouraging a conversation about designing for the autistic experience. Get ready to get real nerdy with the upcoming dungeons and dragons episode!!
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Landscape x Autism Nature Trail
It is often overlooked how isolating the landscape experience can be for autistic minds. Many people in the autistic community desire outdoor spaces where they feel safe and able to connect with others. In this episode, we speak to the organizers and a founder of the Autism Nature Trail located…
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Nerd Note #2
Wrapping up the Best Book Ever conversation with a reflection on how important stories are to the way we see landscape.
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Landscape x Best Book Ever
In this episode, we are learning about how the stories we love can impact the way we build our outdoor spaces! This is a collaboration with the Best Book Ever Podcast hosted by Julie Strauss. She interviews me, Maci Nelson, on my favorite book, Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones. The book...
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Nerd Note 1: Imposter Syndrome and Deadlines
Nerd Notes are short episodes between longer episode releases to wrap up the previous topic! This Note is a quick checklist and guided meditation to help in moments of imposter syndrome. Enjoy!
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Landscape x Imposter Syndrome w/ Myron Nelson
In this episode, we are speaking with Myron Nelson, a therapist based in Chicago, Illinois. His work focuses on depression, race, and identity. He is here to discuss imposter syndrome, toxic work culture, and handling big issues in landscape architecture. This episode is geared toward designers…
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Landscape x Art Walk w/ Melissa Pompili
For the last episode of 2022, we are speaking with Melissa Pompili about her research in creating a public art walking tour for University Circle in Cleveland Ohio. We discuss the motivations to create something that the public can use and how to have fun doing it. Also, we discuss how quickly...
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Landscape x Landscaper w/ Monique Allen
In today's episode, we are hearing from Monique Allen, the founder of the Garden Continuum and design-build and care company. She would typically be described as a landscaper/ a contractor/ or an installer. I chose to release this episode after the 2022 ASLA conference and the COP27 conference…
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Episode 32: Landscape X Land Kit w/ Chris Landau
In this episode, we are speaking with Chris Landau, the principal of LANDAU Design + Technology. He is an artist who has found himself immersed in the world of landscape architecture. In addition to computational design and visualization, the firm developed an innovative design tool called Land...
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Episode 31: Landscape x Architecture With Ana Maria Torres
Today we explore the interdisciplinary work of Ana Maria Torres of AT Architects! Landscape architects and architects work together very often and can share similar project goals. However, the difference in practice can leave a lot of miscommunication or missed opportunities. In this episode, we...
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Day at the Farm: Janelle Soja
Hello everyone! Are you ready to visit the farm? Today we are joined by Janelle Soja - a multigenerational regenerative farmer based in Northeast Ohio. She was my first stop in trying to understand where agriculture starts and landscape architecture ends- especially in identifying ways to…
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Representing Landscape: Botanical Illustration
This episode explores the origins and purposes of botanical illustration. Besides being a well-recognized craft, it is a scientific document that helps us understand the world around us. Please join me in learning about Botanical Illustrations
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Landscape Music: Performing in the Landscape
Hello Everyone! This episode continues to explore the topic of landscape music, but this time from the performers' perspective. I was lucky to interview the co-directors of The American Wild Ensemble, Emlyn and Dan. Music in today's episode was provided as a courtesy from AWE, the piece is called...
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Episode 27: Landscape Music Pt 1
This episode is part one of landscape music! This episode features an interview with Nell Shaw Cohen the founder and director of Landscape Music a network of musical artists and an online publication whose mission is to deepen public appreciation of the natural world by providing a platform for...
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Episode 26: David A Williston the First Professionally Trained Black Landscape Architect
Today we will learn about David A Williston, the first professionally trained Black landscape architect. His story deserved to be told as a historic leader in the profession and as a trailblazer for people of color in the field of landscape.
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The Landscape Nerd Trailer
An introduction to the show!
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Evergreen
In this episode, we will discuss evergreens and their ecological, design, and cultural impact. What are some of your favorite evergreen plants and why?
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Horseshoe Lake: Community Engagement
Hello Everyone! In today's episode, we will look at the debate around the removal of the Horseshoe Lake Dam in Shaker Heights, OH. The dam was built over 170 years ago and the regional sewer district has recommended its removal for safety and stormwater management. The communities of Cleveland...
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Hard Work: From Michael
This is the final episode of the Hard Work Series Episode 4: From Michael. This episode is when we get to hear Michaels's own thoughts, about his past, his concerns, his interests, and his plans for the future. This episode is for those who want to see more methods to the madness. You will also...
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Hard Work Episode 3: Networking with Wendy Miller and Gina Ford
Episode 3 Networking: This episode is about how authenticity and curiosity can forge very strong connections. I would argue that Michael Todoran is an expert in this regard. I recommend a listen for those who struggle with networking or worry about how others see them in professional settings.
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Hard Work Episode 2: The Power of Divergent Conversations with Jonathan Geels
Episode 2: The power of divergent conversations: If you are like me, you may struggle to think in a linear fashion. However, this nonlinear thinking is able to embrace a variety of subjects and perspectives that may have never come up before. These divergent conversations really open up your mind...
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Hard Work Episode 1: The Transition from Artist to Designer with Sam Davis and Jason Kentner
Episode 1: The transition from Artist to Designer. This is about a transition from being a fine artist to a designer, we hear from a former classmate and long-time friend, and a former professor! I highly recommend this episode for current students. *This episode does include some playful cursing*
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Introducing the Hard Work Mini Series
Hello Everyone! This mini-series that I am sharing is about a very familiar person. Michael Todoran of the Landscape Architecture Podcast. His story, like many of ours, is complex and filled with ups and downs. However, I would argue that the most important aspect of a story is the moral or the...
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Thai Gardens
Hello to the Landscape Nerds! This episode is about Thai gardens. This episode is very personal to me and I was fortunate enough to pull from my own experiences to discuss this garden style. I hope that you enjoy what I have to say here- and maybe you will fall in love with Thai Gardens too Intro...
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Interdisciplinary: Poetry and Landscape
Today’s episode is the second installment of the Interdisciplinary segment of The Landscape Nerd Podcast. Today we are talking to poet Amanda Stovicek and learning about how landscape influences her work and gain some insight into how we can incorporate poetry into our design work and narratives....
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Maximalism in Landscape
Today we will explore Maximalist design/ maximalism in the landscape!
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Interdisciplinary: Aquatic Ecology and Landscape
Today’s episode explored the interdisciplinary aspect of Landscape Architecture. I am speaking with Zach Nemec, an aquatic ecologist to discuss how our fields interact with one another. We explore thoughts on collaboration and pushing the boundaries of the research and design of ecologically safe...
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Mini Episode: Collinwood School Fire Memorial Garden
The topic of today is the Memorial Garden of Lake View School Fire of Collinwood Ohio. It is also known as the Collinwood Fire. This school fire occurred on March 4th, 1908, which means that the anniversary has just passed. * Trigger warning, this episode will discuss the deaths of children and...
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Landscape Mythology: An Introduction and a Request for More Stories
Today's episode will focus on the mythology, stories, and legends of landscape. There are many lessons to learn in these tales that have survived generations. They tell us about real events through the eyes of others, but also they share a conversation that we had with the land/earth itself.
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Learning to embrace your inner nerd to make better outdoor spaces. Hosted by Maci Nelson
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