I’m Dr. Adam Forbes a forest and restoration ecologist. Join me as I capture knowledge and insights from remarkable people and profile important issues for ecology and nature conservation. Follow this podcast to hear unique content on our natural world, straight from the mouths of the experts.
Nature Conversations: Dr. Adam Forbes Interviews the Experts
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I’m Dr. Adam Forbes a forest and restoration ecologist. Join me as I capture knowledge and insights from remarkable people and profile important issues for ecology and nature conservation. Follow this podcast to hear unique content on our natural world, straight from the mouths of the experts.
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Recent Episodes
May 14, 2026
Living on a Fungal Planet: A Conversation with Professor Ian Dickie
In this episode I’m joined by Professor Ian Dickie and we discuss mycorrhizal fungi, the underground partnerships between fungi and plants that shape nutrient cycling, forest regeneration, invasive species dynamics, and restoration success. We explore how these hidden fungal networks influence ecosystems, what restoration practitioners should be paying more attention to, and why understanding soil biology may be critical to the future of ecological restoration About the podcast: Hi! I’m Dr Adam Forbes. I am an Ecologist who specialises in the restoration of forest ecosystems. The Nature Conversations Podcast isn’t about me, however, the purpose of the podcast is to capture knowledge and insights from remarkable people and profile important issues for ecology and nature conversation. Supporting the podcast and connecting with me: If you like the content of the podcast, you can support its creation in the following ways: 1 – following, liking, rating and sharing the podcast or episodes with others, 2 – via my Patreon account (you can even support for free) https://patreon.com/DrAdamForbes If you’d like to contact me, you can do so via email: adam@forbesecology.co.nz or via my website https://www.forbesecology.co.nz You can also find me on socials: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dradamforbes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamforbesnz LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/dr-adam-forbes-58873a55 Youtube - https://youtube.com/@dradamforbes?si=FzxXRUqdPd9zxPlE
March 5, 2026
Understanding Erosion Dynamics – A Conversation with Dr Mike Marden
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Mike Marden. Mike brings more than 40 years of experience studying landscapes through the lens of geology and geomorphology, with a particular focus on erosion processes, vegetation dynamics, and land management. We explore Mike’s research journey and unpack the key drivers of erosion — what causes it, how it accelerates, and why some landscapes are more vulnerable than others. A major focus of our conversation is the critical role vegetation plays in stabilising landforms and mitigating erosion at both site and catchment scales. Drawing on decades of field research and practical observation, Mike shares candid insights about common mistakes in erosion control strategies and why we continue to repeat them. He offers practical advice for landowners, discusses the importance of long-term thinking, and highlights the powerful connection between vegetation management, pest control, and sustainable landscape outcomes. This episode is rich with science, real-world experience, and straightforward guidance for anyone interested in better land stewardship and erosion resilience. About the podcast: Hi! I’m Dr Adam Forbes. I am an Ecologist who specialises in the restoration of forest ecosystems. The Nature Conversations Podcast isn’t about me, however, the purpose of the podcast is to capture knowledge and insights from remarkable people and profile important issues for ecology and nature conversation. Supporting the podcast and connecting with me: If you like the content of the podcast, you can support its creation in the following ways: 1 – following, liking, rating and sharing the podcast or episodes with others, 2 – via my Patreon account (you can even support for free) https://patreon.com/DrAdamForbes If you’d like to contact me, you can do so via email: adam@forbesecology.co.nz or via my website https://www.forbesecology.co.nz You can also find me on socials: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dradamforbes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamforbesnz LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/dr-adam-forbes-58873a55 Youtube - https://youtube.com/@dradamforbes?si=FzxXRUqdPd9zxPlE
September 10, 2025
Saving NZ’s Rarest Plants: A Conversation with Marie Taylor
In this episode of Nature Conversations, I speak with Marie Taylor — a communicator, conservationist, and one of the most passionate advocates for native plants you’ll ever meet. Marie runs her own native plant nursery, Plant Hawke’s Bay, where she not only supplies plants for large-scale restoration projects but also takes personal responsibility for propagating some of the rarest and most threatened species in existence. With a background as a QEII National Trust regional representative and her current role as a QEII Board member, Marie brings a unique perspective that blends hands-on nursery work, community engagement, and conservation leadership. Our conversation explores Marie’s journey, the critical importance of eco-sourcing, the challenges and triumphs of restoration projects, and what it takes to protect biodiversity in a rapidly changing world. Summary Marie has channelled her passion for nature into a career working across rural landscapes with a principled, hands-on approach — working tirelessly to conserve some of the rarest plants on earth. She takes a long-term view of restoration, carefully collecting and propagating our precious native flora, and ensuring that these species have a future. But Marie is also deeply concerned about the alarming population trends of key species. She reminds us that their decline is a warning sign — a measure of the health and integrity of the ecosystems they inhabit. She highlights feral deer and other browsing animals as some of the biggest threats facing our native flora, and asks the uncomfortable but necessary question: Are we prepared to lose another species in the wild — and what is our strategy to prevent it? Marie’s insights are a powerful reminder that when the ecological ‘canary in the mine’ begins to disappear, it is a call to act — not tomorrow, but today. Marie, thank you for your work and your wisdom. Your passion for the land and its unique species is contagious, and it has never been more critical than it is right now. Relevant links: QEII National Trust Te Mata Park Plant Hawke's Bay Hawke's Bay Regional Council Biodiversity Biodiversity Hawke's Bay About the podcast: Hi! I’m Dr Adam Forbes. I am an Ecologist who specialises in the restoration of forest ecosystems. The Nature Conversations Podcast isn’t about me, however, the purpose of the podcast is to capture knowledge and insights from remarkable people and profile important issues for ecology and nature conversation. Supporting the podcast and connecting with me: If you like the content of the podcast, you can support its creation in the following ways: 1 – following, liking, rating and sharing the podcast or episodes with others, 2 – via my Patreon account (you can even support for free) https://patreon.com/DrAdamForbes If you’d like to contact me, you can do so via email: adam@forbesecology.co.nz or via my website https://www.forbesecology.co.nz You can also find me on socials: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dradamforbes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamforbesnz LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/dr-adam-forbes-58873a55 Youtube - https://youtube.com/@dradamforbes?si=FzxXRUqdPd9zxPlE Keyword Marie Taylor interview, Plant Hawke’s Bay nursery, New Zealand native plants, native plant propagation, threatened species New Zealand, biodiversity conservation NZ, QEII National Trust, feral deer impacts NZ, rural landscape restoration, eco-sourcing native plants, ecosystem health indicators, saving endangered plants, nature conversations podcast, forest and wetland restoration, rare plant conservation NZ
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