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Surviving Hard Times

Jul 26, 2023

What goes into removing salt from water? Water desalination is a complex scientific process that requires an understanding of chemical engineering – and Michael Geitner is at the forefront of the field…

As a Ph.D. Student Researcher at Pennsylvania State University, Michael studies how we can harness the power of...


Mar 21, 2023

How do you successfully set up a self-sustainable homestead – especially in these trying times? While there are many approaches to this lifestyle, the individuals who do it well are setting an example for those of us eager to learn for ourselves…

In this episode, we sit down with Gary Dickenson from the YouTube...


Mar 7, 2023

Without clean water, our society would crumble – so what are we doing to deal with the effects of water pollution? Gary Conley, an expert in hydrology, pollution dynamics, and applied math joins the podcast to discuss his approach to tackling water pollution problems.

Gary is the Chief Scientist at 2NDNATURE, a...


Feb 28, 2023

In this episode, we sit down with Zilfina Rubio Ames, an Assistant Professor and Small Fruit Extension Specialist at the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. With a focus on blueberries and other small fruits, Zilfina’s primary research goal is to improve berry production...


Feb 14, 2023

Dr. Rachel Rudolph joins the podcast today to discuss her work with high tunnels and vegetable crop production. As an Extension Vegetable Specialist, Dr. Rudolph lends her knowledge of plant science to the University of Kentucky’s Department of Horticulture as an Assistant Extension Professor. 

Dr. Rudolph is...