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The episode explores the vital journey of water through various landscapes with guest Stephen Rutt.

This week, we dive into the hidden world of water with author Stephen Rutt, exploring the landscapes we so often overlook. From chalk streams to peat bogs, we trace water's strange and vital journey through our environment—and why it deserves far more of our attention. Benny's Insect of the Week: The Yellow-Legged Mining Bee Please support our sponsors - roastinghouse.co.uk . get 25% extra free if you mention Roots and All or the insect of the week in the comments box at checkout. Links The Waterlands - Stephen Rutt Stephen Rutt on Instagram https://www.patreon.com/rootsandall And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you liked this week's episode with Stephen, you might also enjoy this episode from the archives: Episode 352: Peat, Politics and Horticulture In this episode, Sarah explores the importance of peatlands, from their role in carbon storage to their impact on water systems, making it a natural companion to today's conversation about wetlands and the movement of water through the landscape. Episode 322: Garden Wildlife Ponds This episode looks at how introducing water into the garden can support…

People in this episode

Host: Sarah Wilson

Guest: Stephen Rutt

Topics covered

• water ecosystems
• environmental conservation
• biodiversity
• gardening
• peatlands
• landscape exploration

Keywords

• water
• ecosystems
• gardening
• biodiversity
• peat bogs
• chalk streams
• insects
• environment

Sponsors

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Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Waterlands, Episode 352: Peat, Politics and Horticulture, Episode 322: Garden Wildlife Ponds

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