Wood You Listen

By: gaida leif
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  • Wood You Listen is a podcast celebrating our unique relationship with wood and nature. Find out about wood’s lost ancient uses, how trees and wood have impacted humanity in an emotional and practical sense and its historical and spiritual associations. Wood You Listen is written and hosted by Gaida Leif, an architect and artist who specialises in crafting wood.
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Episodes
  • From Forest to Freeway: Wooden cars

    From Forest to Freeway: Wooden cars
    Apr 13 2023

    We will explore the use of wood in car construction, and how which was prevalent in the early days of the automotive industry. Wood was used for both the body frame and body panels due to its strength, flexibility, and durability.
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    7 mins
  • The Mulberry Trees of Ancient Japan

    The Mulberry Trees of Ancient Japan
    Apr 5 2023

    We will explore the crafts, the tales and the spirit of the mulberry tree, and how it inspired the ancient Japanese people. Also, we will talk about the properties that make mulberry wood highly prized in traditional Japanese woodworking.
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    5 mins
  • Trees in Celtic Mythology - Oak & Holly Tree

    Trees in Celtic Mythology - Oak & Holly Tree
    Mar 29 2023

    The Celtic people held trees in high regard, with many species having their own mythology and folklore. The Oak and Holly trees were particularly special, with the Oak representing summer and the Holly representing winter. We will explore the legend of the Oak King and Holly King, as they were two powerful beings who fought for control of the seasons, with each being necessary for the cycle of life and death to continue.
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    6 mins

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