KK the Plant Biologist with a Thirst for Mycology

Flora Funga Podcast

Science EN ↓ 227 episodes

Let's get down N nerdy with plants and fungi on Flora Funga Podcast. I'm all about bridging the gap between plants, fungi, and humans. Come listen to the underrated nerdy topics of flora and funga. Everything's connected above and below ground. Feel free to contact me at www.florafungapodcast.com/contact

Author

KK the Plant Biologist with a Thirst for Mycology

Category

Science

Podcast website

www.florafungapodcast.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

175: Fashion Meets Fungi 06.08.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review We unpack how Shane is using tech like open-source humidity sensors and wet bulb wizardry to fine-tune his fungi farms—because apparently, mushrooms are picky about their climate, just like us. But it’s not just about the grow room—Shane’s on a mission to tackle food waste, reinvent plant pots with mycelium and shredded jeans, and make soil richer...

174: 7 Top Mushrooms YOU Should NOT Eat! 30.07.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review We dive into the dangerous yet deceptively world of poisonous mushrooms. From the lawn-dwelling False Parasol to the infamous Death Cap for Cutie , KK breaks down 6 toxic fungi that could ruin more than just your hike. You’ll learn how to spot deadly lookalikes, like the glowing Jack-O'-Lantern , and the brain-like False Morel , and the elega...

173: Turning Trash into Gold with Wrigglebrew 23.07.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Sam founded a biotech startup out of college making worm poop fertilizer then found a way to use worms to eat plastics. Now hes the CEO of Wrigglebrew. Find all resources on florafungapodcast.com/173 I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with...

172: If you Sell Mushroom Products you're Going to Need this! 16.07.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Victoria is an attorney focused on psychedelic medicine, cannabis, and functional mushroom law. She helps businesses and healthcare providers enter and grow in these challenging spaces. All resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/172 rudicklawgroup.com Social Media Links Instagram LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-cvitanovic-8364...

171: Can These Plants REALLY Help You Sleep? 09.07.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review  Janine is the Owner and Chief Innovations Officer of Talent Think Innovations, a business strategy and consulting firm. With over 19 years of experience across diverse industries—from pharmaceuticals and education to tech and wellness—she is known for her dynamic, human-centered approach to innovation and organizational design. Janine blends her...

JOIN ME at This Years North Florida Entheogenic Conference July 12|13th 04.07.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Join speakers, chats, vendors, and explore the amazing people!  Grab yo BOGO TICKET Before 7/5/25!   North Florida Entheogenic Conference & Expo Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite North Florida Entheogenic Conference - WEBSITE North Florida Entheogenic Conference & Expo (@nfl_entheoexpo) • Instagram photos and videos Support the show Tex...

170: How to Forage for Mushrooms without Dying 02.07.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Author of "How to Forage Mushrooms Without Dying: An Absolute Beginner's Guide." Frank has foraged with pro's in seven states and six countries. He found a 33-pound Lion's Mane mushroom on an oak tree. Has made as much as $200/hour finding and selling wild, edible mushrooms to chefs. Has written foraging columns for two na...

169: How to Automate your Mushroom Cultivation--Far West Fungi 25.06.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Kyle Garrone holds a degree in Plant Biology from University of California, Davis with a focus on plant pathology and mycology. He has been the Production Manager of Far West Fungi since graduating from UC Davis in 2010, with his primary focus on increasing yields, developing appropriate technologies for the mushroom industry, reducing labor, and...

168: Does Mushrooms Really Have Protein? 18.06.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review This week’s Juicy News is all about proving if mushrooms have enough protein— is it a good source of protein or not? Thank you Mr. Trippie for sponsoring this episode! IF you want to sponsor Flora Funga Podcast. Shoot me message… floraandfungapodast@gmail OR send me a DM @florafungapodcast If you connected with me in some way or enjoyed this episo...

167: What Does your Mind REALLY Look like on Drugs? 11.06.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review      Stephanie Karzon Abrams, a neuropharmacologist with a Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacology, is the founding advisor of Beyond Consulting, where she offers science, research, and strategy solutions for organizations in the plant medicine and psychedelic sectors. With a background in clinical research and industry experience at Johnson &a...

Rooted in Biodiversity: Fungi, Community, and the Future of Diversity- Olympic Peninsula Fungi Festival 04.06.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review We take you deep into the heart of the Olympic Peninsula Fungi Festival —a celebration of fungi, community, and the biodiversity that connects us all. “Rooted in Biodiversity” follows foragers, scientists, healers, educators, and everyday enthusiasts as they explore the hidden world of fungi—from collecting wild specimens for DNA sequencing, to le...

165: BONUS| New Material Made from Fungi is Biodegradable, Edible... and Alive 28.05.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review This weeks Juicy News on a mushroom out there that can literally eat garbage, make batteries, and—get this—you can eat it too.  Olympic Peninsula Fungi Fest Doc WILL BE RELEASED JUNE 4th Resources Mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/165 Happy Mushroom "FLORA10" These 100% done-for-you kits let you harvest around 56 grams of premium mushro...

164: Mushroom Politics: How Fungi Could Revolutionize Health, Policy, and the Planet 21.05.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Ben Taylor is a mushroom hunter, amateur mycologist, and political scientist. He's a strong advocate for psychedelics from New Jersey, and specializes in the Gymnopilus genus. He is also co-chair of the Green Party of New Jersey, and former US House of Representatives candidate. All Resources mentioned on  florafungapodcast.com/164 I got a ne...

163: Unlocking IMMORTALITY: Is Reishi Mushroom the SECRET? 14.05.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Todays Juicy News is brought to you by Mushroom Extracts News - Reddit's first place to find the latest scientific studies on mushrooms Thank you Happy Mushroom and Mr Trippie for sponsoring this episode! Follow curanderaremedies to read her new book " Latine Herbalism" Happy Mushroom "FLORA10" These 100% done-for-you kits...

162 Psychedelics, Scams, and Self-Discovery: Louis Dorian’s Fight for Healing and Truth 07.05.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Louis is the founder of Psychedelist. He was a mathematician in a former life, then I became a smuggler and transportation operative and then after many tragedies developed an organized understanding of the root fundamental skills of MES (mental emotional and spiritual) skill development and growth. He was first introduced to psychedelics in 1995...

161: BONUS| NEW Juicy News Explains How Fungi and Bacteria Communicate 30.04.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Haven't you been wanting to know how these organisms communicate to each other?! New juicy news explains how... A new tool for parsing the 'metabolic dialogue' between microorganisms | ScienceDaily @desert_alchemist If you connected with me in some way or enjoyed this episode, send me an email at floraandfungapodast@gmail OR send me...

160: Mobile Mushroom Lab with FullSend OrgaNicks 23.04.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Welcome to a fun inperson interview with FullSend OrgaNick's. I chat with Nick a Floridian Mycologist, entrepreneur, inventor, and educator focused on wellness, sustainability, and growth. He's passionate about mental health and positive change.  Resources Mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/160 I got a new phone number to text in with an...

159: BONUS| Why Psychedelics Aren't for Everyone 16.04.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Welcome back to a bonus episode where we dive into update, shoutouts, sponsors, and JUICY NEWS. All mentions are on florafungapodcast.com/159 HUGE THANKS TO MR TRIPPIE AND HAPPY MUSHROOMS FOR SPONSORING Persons With Spinal Cord Injury Report Peripherally Dominant Serotonin-Like Syndrome After Use of Serotonergic Psychedelics | Neurotrauma Reports...

158: MyCOreach--Bridging the Gap Between Myco-Curious to Myco-Serious 09.04.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Shane Schoolman, CEO and Co-Founder of MyCOLove Farm, holds a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from CU Boulder and has been deeply involved in mycology since 2016. Through MyCOLove, a USDA Organic and vertically integrated mushroom company, Shane champions a "Farm to Bottle" mission to heal through biodiversity. He pioneers adv...

157: BONUS Episodes are BACK! How Does Reishi Help Hair Growth? 02.04.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review  Try Happy Mushrooms-FLORA10(10% off) Let's go through some YouTube comments, JUICY NEWS, Happy Mushroom, Fungi Academy, etc. Resources Mentioned: Sacred Mycology Summit Spore 2025 - Fungi Academy Ganoderma lucidum extract attenuates corticotropin-releasing hormone-induced cellular senescence in human hair follicle cells: iScience Florida Myc...

156: The Flying Fungi: What's it like Skydiving on 20G of Shrooms? 26.03.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review https://happymushrooms.com/flora Andrew (aka The Flying Fungi) is a freedom seeker. He's a passionate mushroom forager, grower, researcher and educator dedicated to exploring the world of fungi. Andrew is an avid skydiver and outdoor enthusiast who thrives on adventure and pushing boundaries. Deep thinker/ high dose navigator. Hates pants and...

155: The Hidden Science of Morels, Soil Health & Fungal Medicine--Must-Know Mycology! 19.03.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review  Tyler Hacking is a multidisciplinary scientist whose research has focused on the interactions between plants, fungi and their habitats and how those processes impact human health. He uses agriculture biotechnologies to regenerate and transform soil. All Resources on florafungapodcast.com I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, com...

154: Why Bananas Are Berries BUT Strawberries Aren't--Plants Are Using YOU! 12.03.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review TRY Happy Mushrooms "FLORA10" FOR 10% OFF Phil Gibson is a biology professor at the University of Oklahoma. He's interested in plant evolution and plant reproductive systems. In addition to ecological work, he's interested in science education, especially evolution and botany education. Resources Mentioned: Florafungapodcast.co...

153: Swapping Genetics on SporeSwaps: A One Stop Mushroom Vendor Mall 05.03.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review This week we have on Controlled Chaos from Spore Swaps A passion for fungus emerged from the forest in 2014, when a classically trained mycologist trained us in the art of hunting for wild Psilocybes. After 7 years in the foraging realm, Controlled Chaos Genetics was founded in 2021 as a hobby during foraging down time in the winter, quickly evolv...

152: Microdosing for Over 50 Year Olds w/ Cesear Marin 26.02.2025

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Cesar Marin is a visionary entrepreneur, former CNN producer, and the founder of Cultivating Wisdom, a platform dedicated to empowering people over 50 to unlock their potential through microdosing, biohacking, and personal growth. A proud Latino and thought leader in the psychedelic industry, Cesar combines his expertise as an author, speaker, and...

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