Timber Press gardening podcast

Alan talks about exposure settings and how to get them right. He also discusses why you can't fix everything in Photoshop.

Alan talks about thinking in macro and finding good subjects and good light, as well as how digital compares to film.

Alan talks more about equipment, including cable releases, diffusers, and reflectors, and why tripods are so useful. He also discusses what to do on those pesky windy days.

Alan explains what macro photography is, what equipment you'll need — including his favorite lenses — and even how to get your family to pay for it all.

Sean talks about selecting plants for your climate that'll survive the winter.

Sean talks about his favorite broad-leaved evergreens and cold-hardiness.

Sean talks about the range of places where broad-leaved evergreens can grow, how local climates affect zone ratings, when leaves drop and what to do with them.

Sean talks about broad-leaved evergreens, what they are, and why he thinks more people should grow them.

Tom talks about watering and organic practices, what do to with plants that won't grow, going beyond aesthetics, and what's going on in his personal garden.

Tom talks about successful plant combinations and thinking beyond just flowers, as well as using shape to avoid boredom and where to get new plants.

Doug talks about what best to replace your lawn with, the most destructive landscaping practice, and the difference between native and invasive insects.

Doug talks about whether you can make a difference in the world by what you plant, and getting more plants into your yard.

Doug talks about what constitutes a "native" plant, the spread of invasive species, herbicides, and organic gardening.

Doug talks about which native plants give the most bang for the buck, finding a balance between native and non-native plants, and getting the biodiversity message out.

Doug talks about the crisis facing wildlife populations, how it affects us, and why insects are our friends.