Plant People

Plant People explores the ways our relationships with plants are tied to current environmental issues, and how art and culture reflect our connection to the ecosystems we rely on to thrive. Through lively stories and conversations with scientists, gardeners, artists, and experts, join the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) for deep dives into everything from food systems and horticulture to botanical breakthroughs in the lab and the field, and the many ways our daily lives are sustained by plants. Then stay for discussions on how we can return the favor, protecting what we have—and cultivating what we need—to ensure plants and people continue to support each other for future generations. Host Jennifer Bernstein, NYBG’s President & CEO, guides you through the role of humans in caring for our shared planet, whether you’re in your backyard garden, tending a window sill full of houseplants, or finding your love of nature in a concrete jungle. Let NYBG—rooted in NYC’s cultural fabric for ov

Latest Episodes

Cacao with Professor Pathmanathan Umaharan

Apr 27 · 26m 20s

Pawpaws with Anya Stansell

Apr 13 · 23m 59s

Pitcher Plants with Dr. Rob Naczi

Mar 30 · 26m 15s

Ghost Orchid with Dr. Melissa Abdo

Mar 16 · 26m 58s