Episode 92: Tree Beings
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Michael Shields
In this episode of Across The Margin : The Podcast, host Michael Shields brings to light one of his life passions: trees. In what amounts to a celebration of the wonders of nature, and specifically to the largest plants on the planet, this episode celebrates trees who benevolently bequeath humankind with oxygen, store carbon, stabilize the soil, provide shelter to the world's wildlife, and so much more. To properly access the wonderment of trees, Michael interviews Raymond Huber and Sandra Severgnini, the duo behind the soon to be released book Tree Beings. Raymond Huber is an author, teacher, and editor, and was the Creative NZ-Otago University Writer in Residence in 2018. His work includes acclaimed picture books (Flight of the Honey Bee and Gecko), junior sci-fi novels about bees (Sting and Wings), and the young adult novel Peace Warriors. Sandra Severgnini owned an art gallery and retail store before finally deciding to nurture her lifetime passion and focus on children's picture books. Her fascination with the magical natural world around her inspires her words and brings sensitivity and humor to her illustrations. Throughout the episode, Michael, Raymond, and Sandra expound on the themes present in Tree Beings, with a focus on four core ideas: Trees give life to the planet; How trees can help minimize the effects of Climate Change: How Trees are like Beings; Trees need our help and protection. Also, a slew of scientists, activists and explorers who helped uncover the mysteries of the world's oldest living things are applauded in this episode, as is the way in which trees communicate and care for each other, and the planet as a whole.
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