Popular Reviews of Planthropology

Huge believer in the protection of trees and planting more trees than creating more buildings. This is a great podcast, everyone should listen!

A pod for everyone. From hard core science nerds, to people who just like learning interesting facts about the wonderful plants we interact with, this pod has something for you. I jumped in around the caffeine episode and have since listened to most of the back catalogue. Vikram drops science on you, but then makes it relatable even to the guy who almost failed freshman bio (me). There are also a variety of guests who bring their own expertise to the pod and make it a pleasure to listen to.

History, gardening, and science have a very important thing in common when it comes to me: I love them all, so long as someone else does the work. Fortunately, this podcast delivers on that front. Vikram has an easygoing and friendly personality that instantly relaxed me and pulled me in.

It's so much fun to listen to Vikram and his different stories, and I actually learn something new each time. Worth a listen!

We are plant people and we loved listening and then discussing the show. Love the style of the show and how they look at horticulture through the lens of anthropology. Keep up the great work!

10/10 recommend this podcast. Whether you're a green thumb, someone like me who can't keep even the foolproof houseplants alive, or anyone in between - we're all plant people! This podcast helps foster an appreciation for all the ways that plants are present in our lives. I like the variability in each episode, and the passion of Vikram and all of the guests is palpable. It's easy to listen to, and good luck not smiling when the happy music comes on!

Planthropology has inspired an interest in the plant kingdom for me! Vikram is a great host and this show is fascinating. I always mistakenly assumed plants were boring and have enjoyed being thoroughly proven wrong by this very cool podcast ?

very educational!

Just finished listening to the episode with Ellen Weatherford from Just the Zoo of Us and it was such a joyous and educational chat.Vikram is a good host, as he keeps the show flowing, and Ellen is an excellent guest. Both podcasters are incredibly knowledgable with a clear passion for each of their subject areas.It was also great to hear them weigh-in on being podcasters, having great perspectives to offer.I learned a lot about relationships between plants and animals, and can't wait to listen to more episodes of Planthropology! (...quality podcast name by the way).

We need more approachable, science-based content out there. So in addition to being a fun podcast, it's also super important. I feel like a smarter person after every episode. And Vikram Baliga is a great host (and Tiktok presence... *cough cough*)

My only goto podcast for plant knowledge! Vikram is a blast to listen to, great information. Also follow on Instagram or TikTok for pointers, more plant knowledge and general fun!

I am a Horticulture major at TTU and a nerd that loves a good podcast! I enjoy listening and excited to be adding it to my routine. #crazyplantlady

Vikram is a great host who has found a way to educate people about their connection and reliance on the Plant Kingdom as well as make it interesting and entertaining. His podcast is wonderful and regardless of whether or not you think a podcast about plants is interesting, you should give it a try!

I love the idea of this podcast, but the format is a hot mess. These topics are so interesting and they deserve a deep dive, but in the episodes I listened to, it sounded like two over-caffeinated people skipping across topics at random. Each thing they touch could be an interesting conversation on its own, but just bringing up one idea in a sentence as you rush along to another idea is the maximally frustrating format for me.ETA: I'm going to remove my rating and check out some of the later episodes to see how this podcast changed over time.

Vikram is insightful, intelligent, passionate, engaging and humble despite all these facts. His show is a great place to hear accessible tidbits about plants, their upkeep, and their roles in our lives. If you care, even a little bit, about the amazing flora that comprises the world around us, do yourself a favor and check out this gem of a show.

Literally my favorite podcast! Something unique every time!

I'm a biologist and I'll be honest -- I've always found plant bio to be boring. Look, I get it, plants are super important and they can be pretty and stuff blah blah. But I've had to TA plant bio labs and all that stuff and boy was I not into it!But Planthropology is awesome. First of all, it does an excellent job of relating the science and practical reality of plants to human lives and the world around us. It features interviews with great scientists and plant world activists that are fantastic at communicating science, policy, and every day useful tips about plants! And it isn't all just directly about plants -- topics cover plant-adjacent stuff too like aquifers/water management, scientific engagement, bugs, etc.

Great podcast! Lots of interesting guests and topics, really enjoy listening

Excellent podcast, with an interesting host. Vikram puts his guests at ease and discusses many aspects of this environmental science. Very recommended, even if you are not familiar with specific terminology. The host makes it a fun listen!

Vikram is an incredibly brilliant host, whose passion for plants truly shows!