Episodes
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Korey sits down with Joe Drinkhorn, from Camelot Tree & Shrub Corporation, to discuss his journey in tree work, his passion for competitive tree climbing, his outlook on the tree care industry and more!
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Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Meg Hanna, Director of Urban and Community Forestry for Canada for the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). Meg and the guys discuss her career journey, the work of SFI, and how Meg, her team, and their collaborators are working to lead the charge of turning sustainability strategies into action. For more on SFI you can visit their website www.forests.org
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
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LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with returning guest, Korey Conry, an OSHA 10/30 Authorized Trainer, TCIA Qualified Trainer, Certified Flagger Instructor (ATSSA) and Regional Safety Supervisor at Utility Tree Service. The guys and Korey have a discussion about being fathers, how to balance work and family, communication styles, and more.
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
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Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Dan Ellersdorfer, the AI arborist, to discuss how AI can help support your tree business. Dan and the guys discuss how AI can fit into your work life and your personal life. Dan also shares how to properly use AI and how you can maximize its potential. For more on the work of Dan and his company, you can visit his company’s website at vbva.ai
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
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YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Chris Sallows, the world record holder for the 15m Ascent Event with a time of 8.803 seconds! The guys and Chris discuss his world record, his love for climbing trees, how he got into the tree care industry and more! For more on Chris, his climbing, and his work you can check out his company page on Facebook at Ascension Tree Solutions (https://www.facebook.com/AscensionTreeSolutions).
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
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YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Carla Bailey, a Human Resources strategist and Founder of Solutions by CB. Carla and the guys discuss some of the misconceived notions people have about HR. Carla explains what the goals of HR should be and how a good HR department can save your company money in the long run. For more on Carla and Solutions by CB, you can visit Solutions by CB.
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Philip van Wassenar, Founder and Senior Advisor of Urban Forest Innovations Inc. Philip discusses his love for climbing, how he became a Consulting Arborist and more! Philip and the guys also talk about the importance of sticking to your professional ethics and opinions and being willing to walk from a potential job. For more on Urban Forest Innovations you can visit their website https://www.urbanforestinnovations.com/
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Gabe Fielding of Fielding Tree Care LLC, to discuss the importance culture plays in a work place. The guys and Gabe share some of their favorite aspects of positive work cultures they worked in, as well as experiences in poor work cultures. Gabe shares some of the ways in which he has worked to build a positive and fun environment for his team and why you should strive to do the same with your business. For more on Gabe and Fielding Tree Care you can visit their website https://fieldingtreecare.com/
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down to answer your questions! The guys dig into our listener mailbag for this episode as they discuss the topics submitted by you and fellow listeners. This episode’s mailbag focuses on questions related to invasive insects that harming North American Trees, such as EAB and ALB.
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Jason Boyd, Owner & Architectural Technologist of Class 5 Design and Co-Owner of Arborist Growth Partners. Jason and the guys have a discussion on how timber frame homes. Jason shares some insight to the progress of building and designing a timber frame home and speaks on his appreciation of them. Jason also discusses his career journey and how technology has opened more doors for himself and the industry of architectural industry. For more on Class 5 Design and Arborist Growth Partners you can visit their websites https://class5.myportfolio.com/ and www.arboristgrowthpartners.com
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Henrik Sjöman, Senior researcher at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences & Scientific Curator at Gothenburg Botanical Garden. Henrik and the guys talk about the need for more communication and collaboration between arborists and landscapers in order to properly care for trees and plants. The guys and Henrik also discuss the importance of being selective in what you plant,and planting with a purpose.
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Michael Palmer, the Executive Director and Founder of Tree Line Associates. Michael shares an inside perspective of how to manage an association and everything that goes into running one. The guys and Michael also discuss how people can get involved with different associations and boards and how associations can motivate people to get involved with them. To connect with Michael you can reach out to him via email [email protected]. For more on Treeline Associates you can visit their website treelineassociates.com
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey sits down with Jason Jones, co-owner of Aspen Tree Service, to discuss his 30+ year career in the industry. In this episode Korey and Jason continue along the discussion of tree business exit strategies. Jason shares his own experience, as an owner, of those exit strategies. He discusses the sale of his first company and his most recent merger and partnership of Aspen Tree Service company with SavATree. Jason shares what he’s learned from the two experiences and shines some light on the decision making process for an exit strategy. Namely how to properly value your business and other key factors to consider. For more on Aspen Tree Service you can visit their website https://myaspentree.com/ To contact Jason, you can reach out via email at [email protected]
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
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LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Greg Carbone, VP of commercial Accounts for Bartlett Tree Experts, to discuss the importance of having a succession plan in place for tree care business. The guys and Greg discuss what different exit plans and strategies are available for business owners and people in the tree care industry. Greg also shares the different ways in which Bartlett is helping to provide succession plans to those in the tree care industry. For more information on Bartlett’s work you can contact Greg at [email protected].
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
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YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down to discuss the most interesting and strangest things they have found in trees. The guys also take some time to briefly reflect on the year as they prepare for what’s ahead in 2026.
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
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LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey sits down with the author, James Card, to discuss his book Chainsaw Love. Korey and James discuss the history of chainsaws, the advancements that have been made in the technology over time, and proper safety practices. James also gives his thoughts on how chainsaws will be used and improved in the future. Chainsaw Love is available from retail and online booksellers everywhere or at https://shop.wisconsinhistory.org/chainsaw-love. The book is also available as an e-book from all major e-book outlets.
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
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Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with the legendary Don Blair to discuss his extensive career in the tree care industry. Don shares stories not only from his career, but also his father’s, Millard Blair, who had a 70+ year career as an arborist. The guys and Don discuss the changes he’s seen made in the tree industry, particularly the advancements made in equipment. Don also shares why he believes educating younger students on the opportunities in the tree care industry is crucial going forward for industry growth.
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
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Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Henry Kuppen, a Tree Ambassador and Consultant in the Netherlands, for a conversation on how to responsibly and smartly plant trees. Henry and the guys emphasize the need to value quality over quantity when it comes to planting trees. Henry and the guys also talk about the importance of having plans in place on how to take care of the trees after they have been planted. For more on Henry you check out his website https://www.henrykuppen.nl/en !
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Bill Cook, Editor, Michigan Forests and a retired MSU Extension forester/biologist, to discuss his 40+ years in the forestry industry. Bill shares how his experience as both a forester and wildlife biologist impacted his view of forestry management and have allowed him to view the “bigger picture.” See below for links to Bill’s work.
BeLEAF It or Not! videos for classrooms: https://www.youtube.com/c/beleafitornot
Michigan Forests Forever Teachers Guide: https://mff.forest.mtu.edu/Default.htm
Upper Peninsula Tree Identification: https://uptreeid.forest.mtu.edu/
Michigan Forest Pathways http://miforestpathways.net
Michigan Wood Energy http://www.canr.msu.edu/wood_energy
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
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LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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Korey and Joe sit down with Mark Mann, the Founder of Tree Mann Solutions, LLC. Mark and the guys discuss their shared passion for preserving trees. Mark shares his journey through the tree industry, starting in landscape, working for Davey Tree, and eventually starting Tree Mann Solutions and further shares the consulting work they are doing to help preserve trees. For more on Tree Man Solutions you can visit their website; https://treemannsolutions.com/
If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!
Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod
Instagram: @discovering_forestry
Facebook: Discovering Forestry
YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905
LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast
Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”
Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy
Produced by: Nico Manganiello
Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello
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