In This Podcast: We chat with Melissa Booth, a microbiologist and creator of the course 'The Hidden Powers of Microbes.' Melissa speaks about her journey from Oklahoma's semi-arid deserts to her passion for research. Initially interested in becoming a physician, her path changed after engaging in research on HIV/AIDS. She eventually pursued a master's in microbiology, leading her to study marine microbes and their responses to environmental cues. Melissa discusses the vital role microbes play in ecosystems, particularly in soil health, and how human actions impact these microbial systems. She also highlights the symbiotic relationships between microbes and plants, their influence on plant health, and the benefits of composting for soil. Melissa shares insights on her course through The Great Courses, which covers the significance of microbes in various aspects of life. Finally, she emphasizes the importance of curiosity, resilience in the face of scientific failure, and reconnecting with nature.Our Guest:  Melissa is a microbiologist, science communicator and creator of the course, the Hidden Powers of Microbes. She helps audiences uncover the surprising roles microbes play in everything from food and health to sustainability and climate resilience, bridging science and society with clarity, curiosity, and inspiration.Melissa's Book - <a href="https://amzn.to/48Kr8Nq" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">I Contain Multitudes</a>, by Ed YongContact Melissa and get her course -  <a href="https://www.thesciencecommunicator.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TheScienceCommunicator.com </a>Visit <a href="https://UrbanFarm.org/microbes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UrbanFarm.org/Microbes</a> for the show notes and links on this episode! <blockquote class="ql-align-center">Need a little bit of advice or just a feedback on your design for your yard or garden?</blockquote><blockquote class="ql-align-center">The Urban Farm Team is offering consults over the phone or zoom. Get the benefits of a personalized garden and yard space analysis without the cost of trip charges.&nbsp;</blockquote><blockquote class="ql-align-center">You can chat with Greg, Janis or Ray to get permaculture based feedback.</blockquote><blockquote class="ql-align-center">Click&nbsp;<a href="https://theurbanfarm.as.me/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>&nbsp;to learn more!</blockquote>Become an Urban Farm Patron and listen to more than 900 episodes of the Urban Farm Podcast without ads. Click <a href="https://www.urbanfarm.org/patron" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a> to learn more.*Disclosure: Some of the links in our podcast show notes and blog posts are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, we will earn a nominal commission at&nbsp;no cost to you. We offer links to items recommended by our podcast guests and guest writers as a service to our audience and these items are not selected because of the commission we receive from your purchases. We know the decision is yours, and whether you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

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