Our latest episode is all about the wild, wonderful world beneath our feet. Where does the word “dirt” come from? How do plants get nutrients from the soil? Could getting dirty be good for you? What about eating dirt? Nichole interviews Brandy Hall at Shades of Green Permaculture and learns about the importance of mindful landscape design, and how kids can get involved in healthy soil projects at home. We speak with biochar expert Peter Olivier about how charred organic matter can make soil healthier, and interview archeologist Casey Sharp about the amazing stories dirt can reveal about ancient people. We investigate garden grubs with a gaggle of kid correspondents, shine a light on the fascinating process of photosynthesis, feature a Bobby the Bigfoot guest-hosted Cryptid Corner, and as always present the usual jokes, riddles, Favorite Sound and Grandparent Stories.

Timestamps for this episode are available below. Parents: visit our website to help your kids contribute jokes or favorite sounds, or to send us a message: www.wildinterest.com/submissions

0:00 - Episode 8 intro
1:19 - Etymology of Dirt
4:02 - Riddle Question
4:22 - Permaculture
11:13 - Biochar
13:53 - Favorite Sound
14:53 - Grubs
18:33 - Mabuhay Moment
20:22 - Magic Dirt
22:59 - Joke Time
24:03 - Archeology
28:39 - Grandparent Stories
31:27 - Good Dirt
34:26 - Cryptid Corner: The Loveland Frogman
37:08 - Riddle Answer
37:45 - Call for Reviews and Submissions
38:32 - Credits
39:03 - Bloopers

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