Plants, People, Science

Plants, People, Science

American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS)

Episodes 27
Avg. Duration 45m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (7)
Since Jul 2022
Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Months
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38%
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About This Podcast

Horticultural science is the only discipline that incorporates both the science and aesthetics of plants. It is the science and art of producing edible fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs, and ornamental plants, improving and commercializing them. Plants, People, Science, a podcast by the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS), will bring you the recent advancements in science, technology, innovation, development, and education for economically important horticultural crops and plants. Each episode features an interview with an American Society for Horticultural Science member, a discussion of their current work in the field, and the story behind their research. ASHS members focus on practices and problems in horticulture: breeding, propagation, production and management, harvesting, handling and storage, processing, marketing and use of horticultural plants and products. In this podcast, you will hear from diverse members across the horticultural community - scientists, educators, students, landscape and turf managers, government, extension agents, and industry professionals. 

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S4E2 From Grad School To Syngenta Flowers: Building A Career In Floriculture

May 20, 2026 52m Transcript

Many horticulture students feel like they have to choose early: academia or industry, teaching or “real world” work, research or marketing. We wanted to test that assumption, so we sat down with Dr.…

S4E1 Participatory Plant Breeding For Better Tasting Organic Tomatoes - An Interview with Dr. Ambar Carvallo Lopez

Apr 22, 2026 45m Transcript

Most of us think new crop horticulture cultivars are invented behind closed doors, then handed to farmers as a finished product. We wanted to explore that assumption, so we sat down with Dr. Ambar…

S3E8 Breeding Breakthroughs and Mentorship Insights with Gina Fernandez

Feb 03, 2026 49m Transcript

A sunrise ride to an apple orchard changed everything for Dr. Gina Fernandez—and it might change how you think about berries. We sit down with the NC State distinguished professor and berry breeder…

S3E7 What It Takes To Make A Super Cold-Hardy Wine Grape

Jan 05, 2026 50m Transcript

Think a great wine grape can’t survive where winters drop to minus forty? We sit down with breeder Dr. Harlene Hatterman-Valenti from North Dakota State University to unpack how a young industry, a…

S3E6 The ASHS Annual Conference: Gathering the Horticultural Science Community for Learning and Collaboration

Oct 28, 2025 29m Transcript

We sit down with our podcast teammate Lena Wilson—fresh off a first-place PhD Graduate Student Poster Competition win—to unpack what it takes to thrive at a major scientific conference, from crafting…

S3E5 The Art of Teaching: Dr. Chad Miller's Innovative Classroom Trade Shows

Sep 12, 2025 40m Transcript

Dr. Chad Miller from Colorado State University shares his innovative approach to teaching horticulture through a classroom trade show format that transforms traditional plant identification courses…

S3E4 Hydrangea Genomics: Dr. Lisa Alexander's Path to Breeding Better Hydrangeas

Jul 25, 2025 40m Transcript

The science behind your garden hydrangeas involves far more than just planting and watering. Dr. Lisa Alexander, a research geneticist with the USDA Agricultural Research Service, takes us on a…

S3E3 Ready for ASHS: Tips and Tricks for Conference Success

Jun 25, 2025 44m Transcript

Unlock the secrets to making the most of the American Society for Horticultural Science Annual Conference with insider tips from seasoned attendees. As the 2025 New Orleans conference approaches…

S3E2 Growing Global Leaders in Horticulture: A Conversation with ASHS President Dr. Daniel Leskovar

Apr 17, 2025 48m Transcript

A simple microscope gift during a childhood illness sparked a lifelong passion for horticulture that would take Dr. Daniel Leskovar from Argentina to leadership in American plant science. As the…

S3E1 Dr. Kirk Pomper: Journey into the World of Pawpaw Cultivation

Feb 17, 2025 48m Transcript

Dr. Kirk Pomper, a Professor of Horticulture at Kentucky State University, is an expert on the pawpaw. He takes us on a journey through the lush history and remarkable qualities of this native North…

S2E8 Dr. Carl Motsenbocker: Transforming Horticultural Education and Sustainable Farming in Louisiana

Dec 13, 2024 46m Transcript

Unlock the secrets of sustainable agriculture with us as we welcome Dr. Carl Motsenbocker from Louisiana State University. Discover how his work in local foods and sustainable farming is reshaping…

S2E7 Failure Is Not Final

Aug 29, 2024 18m Transcript

In a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Mengmeng Gu from Colorado State’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, we explore the broader implications of resilience and the belief…

S2E6 Dr. Ryan Contreras: Breeding Plants to Prevent Invasiveness

Jul 12, 2024 49m Transcript

Join us for a rich discussion with our distinguished guest, Ryan Contreras, a leading expert in ornamental horticulture from Oregon State University. Ryan shares his incredible journey from the…

S2E5 John Ertle: Behind the Scenes at the 2022 ASHS Far-Red Workshop

Jun 14, 2024 14m Bonus Transcript

What if the key to unlocking your garden's full potential lies in a light spectrum most people overlook? Discover the untapped power of far-red radiation in horticulture as we bring you a vibrant…

S2E4 Far Out! Erik Runkle on Far-Red Radiation: Shining New Light on Plants

May 30, 2024 40m Transcript

How much do you really know about the light that nurtures your plants? In this enlightening episode of Plants, People, Science, hosts Curt Rom and Samson Humphrey take you on a journey through the…

S2E3 Things are Rosy for Mother's Day! - A Visit with Dr. John Dole about Cut Flowers

May 07, 2024 45m Transcript

Spring has sprung in the world of horticulture, and as Mother's Day nears, we welcome Dr. John Dole, a Professor of Horticultural Science from North Carolina State University. His current research…

S2E2 The Art and Science of Cider Making - A Discussion with Dr. Greg Peck

Feb 12, 2024 41m Transcript

Embark on an intoxicating voyage through the storied groves of apple history and the intricate science of cider with Dr. Greg Peck from Cornell's School of Integrative Plant Science. Prepare your…

S2E1 Cultivating Futures: A Discussion with New Podcast Co-Host Curt Rom

Jan 22, 2024 15m Bonus Transcript

We usher in a new era of the Plants People Science podcast with Curt Rom of the University of Arkansas joining Sam Humphrey as a Co-Host for Season 2. Rom's wealth of knowledge, from his roots as an…

S1E8 Small Scale Eastern Strawberry Production - A Discussion with Dr. Jayesh Samtani

Oct 05, 2023 48m Transcript

In the second part of our two-part series on strawberries, and the final episode of Season 1, Sam talks with Dr. Jayesh Samtani, an Associate Professor and Small Fruit Extension Specialist at…

S1E7 The Sweet and the Not-so-Sweet of the U.S. Strawberry Industry - A Discussion with Dr. Gerald Holmes

Aug 28, 2023 51m Transcript

In the first part of this two-part series on strawberries, Sam and Lara interview Dr. Gerald Holmes, director of the Strawberry Center at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo.…

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How many episodes does Plants, People, Science have?

Plants, People, Science has published 27 episodes since July 2022, covering topics in Education, Home & Garden.

Is Plants, People, Science still active?

Plants, People, Science is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 45m.

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