squirrels

Jill and Tom opened the show talking about the all-new Lexus GX 550 luxury midsize SUV arriving in showrooms later this year. Also in the first segment the hosts welcome Jennifer Morand of the Chicago Auto Show. Jennifer gave an update on the Chicago Show, which opens February 10th. Tom wrapped up the segment sharing his Tesla predictions for 2024. 

In the second segment Jill and Tom welcome John Vincent of U.S. News and World Report. John walked the hosts through the outlet’s “2024 Best Cars for the Money” list. It’s noteworthy that three brands dominated the 11-vehicle list. 

In the last segment Jill is subjected to Tom’s “Was it ever…” fake-model quiz. Did Jill win again? After the quiz Jill shared her thoughts on new-car-feature subscription fees. Per Jill, while many of the features in question are currently available at no cost to owners, use will eventually be subject to monthly charges. And, interestingly, in many cases auto makers have not yet set pricing for said features. 

How many Tootsie rolls can you eat in two minutes? How many gorillas could you battle in one go? Join the gang as they ask the questions that plague us daily.  Oh, hey, Grizz is back, too!!

WRITERS' BLOCK Beloved NYT Opinion columnist and Bestseling Author, Margaret Renkl joins Patti Callahan Henry and Ron Block to talk about her glorious new collection of essays, The Comfort of Crows, which Ann Patchett calls a "howling love letter to the world". This sublime collection of stories follows Margarets year long astute and thought-provoking view of the natural world outside her window. There's something so soothing, tender and vital about hearing her talk about the joy, the grief and the importance of caring for every living thing out our own windows- especially the first bird we see each new year. A stunning conversation and observation about our climate. 

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We review the book "Leaf Trouble" by Jonathan Emmett. 

Casey is stranded at a 5star resort spa/golf course in London and must strategise ways to befriend the local squirrel population and/or hijack a golf cart.

Mike Sertle, manager of conservation programs, and Sara Burns, water program specialist, join Dr. Mike Brasher to share the exciting story of how DU is growing conservation through innovative partnerships around the many benefits of wetlands and waterfowl habitat. From water quality to flood water retention and coastal resiliency, DU’s new work in Sustainability and Nature-based Solutions is attracting more partners, funding sources, and ideas to our waterfowl and wetlands conservation mission.

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Eric and I tried something new this week, we took the podcast outside.  While we usually only have to worry about our dogs and cats interrupting, this time, in addition to our normal fuzzy guests, we added in some feathery ones, as our chickens were making themselves heard.  But the cherry on top, the unplanned, sexcapades of our local squirrel friends.  They definitely made themselves known, honestly I was so distracted, but it was one of the funniest interruptions I have ever had.  I almost wonder if God planned that... 

Although our podcast was about being in a bad mood or mindset as a Christian (which I was when we first began recording) God decided He wanted more joy, I guess.  Because listening back.on this episode was hysterical and reminded me, not to take things so serious.  Sometimes I need that reminder and I am so thankful for this one.

I hope you enjoy my Thoughtful Ramblings, Love Michelle 

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This week we're talking about ground squirrels! What makes a ground squirrel different than a tree squirrel or flying squirrel? Can you really catch the plague from ground squirrels? Listen to find out!

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Beyond Blathers is hosted and produced by Olivia deBourcier and Sofia Osborne, with art by Olivia deBourcier and music by Max Hoosier. This podcast is not associated with Animal Crossing or Nintendo, we just love this game.

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Rusty Creasey, manager of the Coca Cola Club in northeast Arkansas. Creasey has been managing the Coca Cola Club for 20 years and brings a wealth of habitat management knowledge to the discussion. From beaver dams to snakes, planting rice crops in the woods is a challenging undertaking and Creasey explains his process and how it has changed over time. The two discuss moist-soil management, along with how they are able to manage hunting pressure throughout the season.

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This podcast was recorded live from a DAPS COLLECTIVE Twitter space. On this episode, @therealprops interviews @SkribbleSqrl, Artist and co-founder of the web 3 projects Liberty Square. Skribble shares his background and his love of drawing, and the influences behind his art.

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Cover Art By:
@lizbo44

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You've seen that one apartment balcony with all the plants?  Yeah, that was me for a while...before the squirrels found me.  Now that we are living in a house, the garden needs a LOT of work.  It's again become an oasis for me.  It all started when I was a kid.  A quirky kid who learned all the botanical names of the plants in our yard.  And was looking for a way to be creative and get out of the house!  Now I'm enjoying building back the garden that was pretty much destroyed by neglect.  Gardening brings joy, but also being out in a garden, in nature, brings us joy and peace.   

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Things go off the rails as Sher and Kip sit together for a cocktail and "conspiratorial" catchup as they celebrate 20+ episodes together. 

In this episode, you'll discover:

How Star Wars might be a modern-day retelling of The Bible
Is George Lucas a closet Bigfoot believer
The dark secret behind the Federal Reserve, Central Banks, and the IRS
How Cryptocurrency is the key to digital "Bondage"
Which animal is the deadliest of all creation
Is there a Bermuda-Triangle "vortex" on the Missouri River

Special shoutouts to Holladay Distillery and Missouri River Relief.

Kip's Cocktail of Choice:  Bourbon Club
2oz Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon
Club soda to top

Sher's Cocktail: Mocha Old Fashioned
2oz Ben Holladay Bottle In Bond Soft Red Wheat Bourbon
1/2 oz Creme de Cacao
1/2 oz J. Rieger Cafe Amaro
4 dashes CRUDE "Big Bear" Cocoa and Coffee bitters
Twisted orange peel for garnish

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Today, I’m joined by America’s Favorite Retired College Horticulture Professor, Debbie Flower, and we are going to spend the entire episode answering your garden questions. We will be going into mind-numbing detail as well as frivolous scenic bypasses over such queries as: 

What’s the easiest way to apply fertilizer around fruit trees when the area is covered with mulch?  (1:24)

What are some lawn alternatives that are low maintenance and drought tolerant? (12:16) 

Why aren’t my carrots sweet? Did the rain do that? (30:48)

And the question for which there is no definitive answer: How can I keep the squirrels out of my garden and orchard?  (36:58)

We’re podcasting from Barking Dog Studios here in the beautiful Abutilon Jungle in Suburban Purgatory. It’s the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast, brought to you today by Smart Pots and Dave Wilson Nursery. Let’s go!

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Pictured: Squirrel, Birds

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How to Raise Backyard Honeybees (Ep. 30 of Garden Basics)

Tree Squirrel Controls
Ground Squirrel Controls
Dymondia ground cover
Kurapia ground cover
Mow-Free Turf ground cover
Hybrid Improved Bermudagrass Varieties
Clover as a ground cover

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Once upon a time, there was a cute little puppy named Maxy. He had big brown eyes and a fluffy tail. Maxy loved to play with his best friends, Rocky, Sarah, and Daisy the horse. They would run and play together in the meadow all day long.

One day, Maxy and his friends decided to explore the forest. Maxy was so excited and said "Let's go explore the forest, it will be so much fun!" But his Daddy Dog warned him "Be careful Maxy, there are big rocks and deep streams in the forest." Maxy, being excited, didn't take his Daddy's warning seriously and went off with his friends, running and chasing butterflies and squirrels.

As they were playing, Maxy chased a butterfly and didn't see the big rock in front of him. He tripped and fell, hurting his paw. Rocky, Sarah, and Daisy all came to help him. "Are you okay Maxy?" asked Sarah, while Daisy the horse said "Let me check your paw, I know how to help." Daisy used her gentle touch to check Maxy's paw, and she found that it was only a small scratch. Maxy's Daddy Dog came to find them and helped Maxy back home.

Maxy felt guilty for not listening to his Daddy Dog's warning. He apologized and promised to be more careful in the future. From that day on, Maxy made sure to pay attention to warnings and be extra cautious when exploring new places. He learned that it's important to listen to those who care for us and have our best interests at heart. He had a lot of fun with his friends, but he also learned a valuable lesson.

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Once upon a time, there was a cute little puppy named Maxy. He had big brown eyes and a fluffy tail. Maxy loved to play with his best friends, Rocky, Sarah, and Daisy the horse. They would run and play together in the meadow all day long.

One day, Maxy and his friends decided to explore the forest. Maxy was so excited and said "Let's go explore the forest, it will be so much fun!" But his Daddy Dog warned him "Be careful Maxy, there are big rocks and deep streams in the forest." Maxy, being excited, didn't take his Daddy's warning seriously and went off with his friends, running and chasing butterflies and squirrels.

As they were playing, Maxy chased a butterfly and didn't see the big rock in front of him. He tripped and fell, hurting his paw. Rocky, Sarah, and Daisy all came to help him. "Are you okay Maxy?" asked Sarah, while Daisy the horse said "Let me check your paw, I know how to help." Daisy used her gentle touch to check Maxy's paw, and she found that it was only a small scratch. Maxy's Daddy Dog came to find them and helped Maxy back home.

Maxy felt guilty for not listening to his Daddy Dog's warning. He apologized and promised to be more careful in the future. From that day on, Maxy made sure to pay attention to warnings and be extra cautious when exploring new places. He learned that it's important to listen to those who care for us and have our best interests at heart. He had a lot of fun with his friends, but he also learned a valuable lesson.

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Jeff and Nick discuss their concerns with their health, and we learn about Jeff's new vlog where he is staying in a haunted hotel. 

Leah Oakley, resident of Athens, Alabama, is recovering from back surgery when an unexpected visitor pays a call. The Day the Squirrel Went Berserk song by Ray Stevens comes to life when a "big one" gets trapped inside her home. Desperation sets in when her calls for back-up fall on deaf ears. Her only hope comes from one Mr. Critter Catcher but he lives far away and makes no promises. Leah tells this true and funny story!

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Music from Pixabay 

Show 175 - The Sage and the Oracle! - 25th November 2022

Ted Salmon and Aidan Bell

Contributions and Feedback

Sage Barista Express Espresso Machine - The Sage Oracle

Frank Niethardt on Grammar in Germany and Pannenspray

Daniel Bemis on Squirrel Buster Plus Bird Feeders - Eliminator Squirrel Proof Feeder

electriQ 49" QLED Double Full HD Super UltraWide Curved Monitor

INIU Wireless Charger Stand

Keith Bartlett on Garden Hose Pipe Winter Protection

Cushioned Thermal Walking Socks

Ian Barton on Folding Laptop Table

Still Using

Immobilise Property Register

OXO Good Grips Microfibre Duster - Replacement Head

Daniel Bemis on Media Towers

Paul Williams on Rocketbook - How it Works Video

Cheap as Chips

Beikell 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub

Self-Adhesive Tea Towel Holder

I Want One of Those

Audio Technica Transparent Turntable

Better Before

Mechanical Keyboards

When there were Staff in Banks!

Room 101

Selfies

Amazon Drivers

Gold Star

Pexels

Today, this is what's important:

The 90s, Linda Tripp, discipling your children, animal attack videos, animal dicks, hot air ballooning, The Rehearsal, and more. 

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