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The Jordan JourneyLeadership Insights and ISTE Live 2024: A Podcast Year in ReviewThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Cody Curtis and Lisa Robinson, two upper level district administrators in Jordan School District, at this year's ISTE conference in Denver, CO. Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:Can you share a bit about your journey in educational leadership? What inspired you to...2024-07-1036 minThe Jordan JourneyUsing Tech to Communicate Creatively with Jenna Cherry, Virtual SpEd EducatorThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Jenna Cherry, a self-contained SpEd educator at one of the virtual schools in Jordan School District.Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:What are some of the most effective strategies and digital tools you've employed to support creative communication in yo...2024-06-1234 minThe Jordan JourneyBuilding Bridges: Uniting Classrooms Around the World with Global CollaboratorsThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Kaye Rizzuto, the consultant for the Dual Language Program, Social Studies, and World Languages in Jordan School District.Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:How does the DLI program open students to the wider world around them? How does it im...2024-05-1436 minThe Jordan JourneyCracking the Code - Computational Thinking with Dr. Amanda BollingerOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:What is computational thinking and why might a teacher want to use it in the classroom with their students?What support do we have in Jordan School District to help a student get from elementary school learning coding basics all the way through high school?What examples of best practices in STEM are you seeing happening in Jordan School District? Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertiseme...2024-02-0930 minThe Jordan JourneyThe Hottest Edtech Topics of 2023 with the DTL TeamOver the course of the episode, we discussed this article "Edtech’s Hottest Topics for 2023" from ISTE. Here is the hottest topics in edtech for the year:Augmented, virtual and mixed realityArtificial intelligenceTechnology coaching and professional learningCreativity and innovative learningComputer science and computational thinkingProject-based learningGames for learningEquity and inclusion For each topic, we asked our team to discuss the following questions:Have you seen examples of this trend in JSD? What would you like to see more of?What impact do you see this trend having in the classrooms?How can educators incorporate this trend into thei...2023-12-1950 minThe Jordan JourneyThe Art & Science of Constructing Knowledge with Graham Bany and Braxton ThornleyOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:What are some of the best digital tools you've found for making meaningful learning experiences?How do you step aside to allow the students to create their own knowledge?What are some challenges you've encountered when it comes to having students produce creative artifacts?What advice do you have for teachers who are new to this concept?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement: We are so excit...2023-11-1545 minThe Jordan JourneyCreating Digital Citizens: A Conversation with JSD Board President Tracy MillerOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:Why is it important to teach students the rights and responsibilities of living in a digital world?How do you see the Portrait of a Graduate work connected to this month’s theme of digital citizen?What strategies do you use to stay current with the constantly changing digital world, ensuring the school board guidance remains relevant and accurate?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement...2023-10-1639 minThe Jordan JourneyConnecting Empowered Learners with JSD Teacher of the Year Andrea CallOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:What does it mean to be a teacher of “empowered learners”?How do you make learning matter?How does CTE round out a student’s education? Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement: Are you tech-y? Are you a lifelong learner? Sign up for the next cohort of the edtech endorsement. Find out more info here: https://digitallearning.jordandistrict.org/ed-tech-endorsement/Thanks for Ross Rogers for the...2023-09-1338 minThe Jordan JourneyGetting Curious with Dr. Anthony GodfreyOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:Icebreaker - What is your go-to karaoke song?Creative Communicator - How have you creatively communicated district priorities?Digital Citizen - How can JSD students contribute to being good digital citizens in the future? What role do you see them playing in the online world?Empowered Learner - When you think about what it means to be a JSD student, how does your motto “Be curious, be intentional, be unified” empower learners?We have a new segment: Rapid Fire Responses where we will put the Superintendent to the...2023-08-1942 minThe Jordan JourneyThe Path to Personalized Learning with Scott Gunther at Kings Peak Virtual High SchoolOver the course of the episode, we touch on the following questions:What is your 30 “elevator pitch” for how you envision using technology in your classroom? What do you want students to be able to do with technology?How do you prepare students to communicate in a 21 century world? What opportunities do you have to collaborate with other teachers in an online school? How can you best maximize the potential of technology for learning together?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan...2023-07-3142 minThe Jordan JourneyEmpowering Students with STEM at Columbia ElementaryOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:Icebreaker: Where have you called home?What role should STEM play in school?How do you best prepare students for an unknown future?How do you bring STEM into the community?What are some simple ways that teachers can start incorporating STEM more into their classrooms?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement: Jordan District STEM Lending Library with Traci Rindlisbach.Thanks to Ross Rogers...2023-06-1338 min
UCET Podcast with Kiera BeddesISTE with UCET: Looking Ahead with TechnologyWelcome back to the UCET podcast, where we talk about all things Utah, education, and technology. In this episode, we get the chance to chat with Jared Covili and Matt Winters from the UCET board to bookend the season.Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:What does a big national conference like ISTE afford classroom teachers? What are some tips for teachers to get the most out of a big conference like ISTE?How does working with ISTE help local conferences like UCET? What were some standout moments for you f...2023-05-3152 minThe Jordan JourneyEric Price - Moving the Needle for StudentsIn this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Eric Price, principal of Fort Herriman Middle School. Our conversation focused on how he is a Digital Citizen Advocate for his students. Eric shared how technology is shaping the education of students across the district and the role that adults play to help kids navigate these digital days.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions: What do you see are the responsibilities and opportunities inherent living in a digital world?How do you define good digital citizenship? Wh...2023-04-0539 minThe Jordan JourneyBrooke Anderson - Becoming a Knowledge Driven EducatorThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Brooke Anderson.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:Knowledge-Driven v.s. Data-Driven - What does it mean to be knowledge-driven?How has data impacted your views on education?What role should qualitative data play in the classroom? Quantitative data?How can ed...2023-03-0344 minThe Jordan JourneyPortrait of a Jordan District Graduate with Carolyn GoughThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Carolyn Gough, Director of Teaching and LearningOver the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:Icebreaker Question: Who is an inspiring leader to you? Why?Tell us the spark notes version of your educational career. How did you end up where yo...2023-01-2632 minThe Jordan JourneyHoliday Tech Treats from DTLThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with the digital teaching and learning team (Bonnie, Deanna, Larissa, Ross, and Colby) to have them share some of their favorite technology treats to help teachers in their classrooms.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:What is your favorite tech tool to le...2022-12-1742 minThe Jordan JourneyCoaching is Collaborating with Chris Richards-Khong and Dr. Amy KinderIn this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Dr. Amy Kinder and Chris Richards-Khong from the Teaching and Learning Department.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:How does the coaching relationship contribute to an environment where an educator would be willing to explore new instructional strategies? Can an old dog learn new tricks? How can we help established educators engage with the instructional coaching process and try new things?What is the JSD coaching model and how can educators use it to improve student learning? Why is...2022-11-2340 minThe Jordan JourneyConnecting Learners & STEM with Traci RindlisbachThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Traci Rindlisbach. Traci is from Southern Utah. She went to Southern Utah University for undergrad and graduate work. She has a Masters in Education and has completed an Ed. Tech, STEM, ESL, and Early Childhood endorsements and soon-to-be Administrative License. Traci was a classroom teacher for 14 years. She is pa...2022-10-1933 minThe Jordan JourneyHow to Be a Change Agent with Ami Anderson and Kasey ChambersThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Kasey Chambers and Ami Anderson, two instructional coaches from Rocky Peak Elementary. Ami has been teaching for 27 years in Jordan School District and Kasey wants to be Ami when she grows up. She has been teaching in Jordan School District for 10 years. Both Kasey and Ami were une...2022-09-2834 min
Homegrown HorticultureSaving Water During a Drought and Problems With A Kwanzan CherryTaun Beddes 0:01 Hello everyone and welcome back to the Homegrown Horticulture podcast.On today's episode we talk about what's wrong with Kwanzan Cherry. Then also we have two interviews from Savannah Peterson, a horticulturist with the Central Utah Water Conservancy District. She talks about irrigation and programs to get money back for re-landscaping your yard.I was recently called to look at flowering Kwanzan Cherry at a neighbor's house. The tree was 78 years old and in the past has looked relatively healthy. And when it bloomed in the spring was quite pretty. But...2022-06-0913 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsBest Practices During DroughtUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes and USU Extension turf specialist Kelly Kopp discuss drought and lawn issues and solutions. 2021-07-1511 minHomegrown HorticultureElm Seed Bugs and A Follow Up on Watering During Drought00:09 Elm Seed Bug08:43 Dr. Kelly Kopp on Lawn WateringElm Seed Bughttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/caps/files/elm-seed-bug-2017.pdf2021-07-1420 minHomegrown HorticultureWalnut and Pine Tree ProblemsThousand Canker Disease of Walnut: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1729&context=extension_curallhttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/ornamental-pest-guide/arthopods/scales/pine-needle-scale2021-07-1412 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsWater Stress, Pests, Plant Disease or All Three?Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses how to tell what's wrong with your lawn and plants if you see browning. 2021-07-0911 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsAlternative Lawns: Clover and YarrowUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses using clover and yarrow as lawn alternatives. 2021-07-0907 minHomegrown HorticultureClover and Yarrow Lawns Along With Lawn Wateringhttps://slowtheflow.org/?gclid=CjwKCAjw_o-HBhAsEiwANqYhp05h0lXIari-4Ujsx7zxegLTv6v8_1XiGejvEaXXm8BMy5uCkDobcxoCr3QQAvD_BwESee transcripts.usual.usu.edu2021-07-0619 minUSU Extension Gardening podcastsDiseases and Treatments for Sycamore TreesUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses common diseases and treatments for Sycamore and London Plane Trees with Savannah Peterson 2021-06-2516 minHomegrown HorticultureSycamore and London Plane Tree Problems Oh Myhttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/ornamental-pest-guide/arthopods/plant-lace-seed-bugs/sycamore-plant-bughttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/ornamental-pest-guide/diseases/anthracnosehttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/ornamental-pest-guide/arthopods/scales/sycamore-scale2021-06-2317 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsDrought Stress on Walnut and Pine TreesUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses drought stress and diseases of walnut and pine trees. 2021-06-1012 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsAll About EarwigsTaun Beddes, Utah State University Extension horticulturist and prolific podcaster explains the history of earwigs and gives tips for trapping and controlling them. 2021-06-0810 minHomegrown HorticultureWalnut and Pine Tree ProblemsThousand Cankers Disease https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1729&context=extension_curall
Pine Needle Scale
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Sea Pinks, Thrift, Armeria
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USU Extension Gardening podcastsReasonable Lawn ExpectationsUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses reasonable expectations for your lawn this summer and how to combat Creeping Spurge, Dandelions and Crabgrass. 2021-05-2013 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsEasy-to-Grow Plants in the Intermountain WestUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes give his suggestions for easy-to-grow plants in the Intermountain West. Hummingbird Mint, Catmint, and Stella D'Oro Daylily, Bosnian Pine2021-05-1910 minHomegrown HorticultureCreeping Spurge, Dandelions and CrabgrassWed, 5/19 · 10:19 AMTaun Beddes0:00I wanted to put out a quick apology for missing an episode last week. I've been extremely busy. And part of last week I was under the weather. So thank you again for your patience and thank you for listening. TBTaun Beddes0:11Hello and welcome back to the homegrown horticulture podcast. On this week's episode: lawn weed control. TBTaun Beddes0:19The homegrown h...2021-05-1915 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsSpring Planting QuestionsUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes answers common spring planting questions such as "when to plant warm season vegetables and how to plant grass seed. 2021-05-1912 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsTreatments for Iron ChlorosisUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses cause and treatments for iron chlorosis. 2021-05-1910 minHomegrown HorticultureRoses For Mothers Day and How to Care For Them0:03 IntroHello and welcome back to the homegrown horticulture podcast. Today we're going to be talking all things roses. The homegrown horticulture podcast is specifically for the Intermountain West, an area often forgotten about by national gardening companies. If you just found us or have been listening for a long time, welcome, and thank you again. 0:27 Roses IntroIn a former career, I worked at a garden center for nearly 15 years before being hired by Utah State University. While working at the nursery, one thing I always loved was when...2021-05-0510 minHomegrown HorticultureGrowing a New Lawn, Fixing A Lawn and Japanese Maple0:03 Hello everyone and welcome back to the homegrownhorticulture podcast. Today I'm going to be answering questions I've receivedthrough social media and over the phone about yards and gardens.0:16 The homegrown horticulture podcast is specifically for theIntermountain West, an area with a very unique climate and very unique soilsthat's oftentimes forgotten about by national horticulture companies. Becauseof this, there's a need for local information, and the homegrown horticulturepodcast is a source for you to gain that in...2021-04-2816 minHomegrown HorticultureFive Easy to Grow Landscape Plants For Modern Yards00:04 Introduction Hello and welcome back to the Homegrown Horticulture podcast. On today's show we talk about five great plants very adapted to the Intermountain West. The Homegrown Horticulture podcast is for those living in the Intermountain West. These areas have rapidly-growing populations, but they're often times forgotten about by national gardening companies because of our unique climate and traditionally low populations. 00:37 Survey & Prize-EntryBefore getting started, I want to mention that I'm including a brief Google Docs survey in the show notes. I would greatly appreciate it if you would follow the hyperlink...2021-04-2111 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsHow to Successfully Grow RaspberriesUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses how to successfully grow raspberries 2021-04-1620 minHomegrown HorticultureIron Chlorosis: A common condition in the Westhttps://forestry.usu.edu/trees-cities-towns/tree-care/preventing-iron-chlorosis2021-04-1411 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsCommon Questions about Fruit TreesUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes answers common questions about fruit trees in the Intermountain West. 2021-04-1306 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsSpring Turf CareUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes answers common questions about turf care in the Intermountain West. 2021-04-1315 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsEasy to Grow Shade Tolerant PerennialsUtah State University horticulturist Taun Beddes gives his suggestions for easy to grow shade tolerant perennials.2021-04-1307 minHomegrown HorticultureSome Really Common Fruit Tree Questions AnsweredUSU Home Orchard Pest Management Guidehttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/uppdl/files/factsheet/home-orchard-pest-mgmt-guide.pdf2021-04-0607 minHomegrown HorticultureEarly Spring Lawn Care for a Happy, Healthy Lawn00:00 Intro00:53 Why do some lawns green up before others 02:20 Should I apply lawn pre-emergent06:00 How to control existing lawn weeds09:25 Should I aerate my lawn11:48 Reseeding my lawn13:59 When and how often to fertilizeLawn Fertilizers:https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/research/lawn-fertilizers-for-cool-season-turfPreparing soil for new grass seed: https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/research/preparing-soil-for-turfgrass-establishment-northern-utahUSU Extension Lawn Care Calendar: https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/research/northern-utah-turfgrass-management-calendarHello and welcome back to the Homegrown Horticulture...2021-03-3116 minHomegrown HorticultureEasy to Grow Shade Tolerant PerennialsLink to Surveyhttps://forms.gle/J75bZQoWJA9TH53F9 HyperlinksBrunnera: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/brunnera-macrophylla-jack-frost/Corydalis: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/yellow-corydalis-corydalis-lutea/Anemone: https://hgic.clemson.edu/fall-flowering-japanese-anemone/Leopard’s Bane: https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/doronicum/Hashtags #utahgardener #garden #gardening #perennials #shadedareas #plants #shadelovingperennials #shade #corydalis #brunnera #leopardsbane #CoralBells #hosta #perennialgeraniums #Larkspur #monkshood #springanemones #Columbine #forgetmenots #homegrownhorticulture #horticulture #gardeningpodcast #flowers #flowerbed #spring #springplanting #blooming #easytogrow #shadetolerant #easyperennialsTranscriptAnd welcome back to th...2021-03-2308 minHomegrown HorticultureYou Can Successfully Grow RaspberriesGrowing Raspberries in The Home Garden00:04 Intro00:24 Today we'll be talking about raspberries00:44 What should be my first consideration for growing raspberries?01:10 How much sunlight do raspberries need?01:34 Weed control04:01 Soil Testing05:45 Preparing soil for planting07:31 Planting and establishing your raspberries08:38 Where you get your raspberry plants09:53 What variety should I grow?11:55 How to prune summer-bearing raspberries13:04 Ever-bearing raspberries13:55 Pruning ever-bearing or "fall-bearing" raspberries14:18 "Double-cropping" ever-bearing raspberries14:41 Using a...2021-03-1820 minHomegrown HorticultureSpring Fever Have You Put The Cart Before the Horse?00:10 Intro00:45 Dewberries01:26 Strawberry patch is underperforming03:46 What to plant and what to do in the yard in late winterVeggie planting dates for the Wasatch Fronthttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1719&context=extension_curallShow Transcript:Hello everyone my name is Taun Beddes, and this is the Homegrown Horticulture podcast. Today I thought we would take some questions from folks about horticulture and gardening from social media. This podcast is intended for those that live in the Intermountain West an...2021-03-1007 minHomegrown HorticultureSelecting and Planting Blackberry Bushes For Your Home Garden00:09 Intro00:31 Today we are going to be talking about blackberries!08:09 OutroMusic composed by Savannah Petersen and used by permission. https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2859&context=extension_curallhttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2657&context=extension_curall2021-03-0308 minHomegrown HorticulturePlanting and Growing Plums!00:03 Intro00:39 A history of plums, varieties and differences, diseases, and more!05:48 OutroMusic composed by Savannah Petersen and used by permission. Coryneum Blight (Shothole)https://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-coryneum-blightGreater Peachtree Borerhttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-gptbSan Jose Scalehttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-sjsAphidshttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-aphidsPlums in the Home Gardenhttps...2021-02-2406 minHomegrown HorticultureYou Can Grow Apricot Trees in Your Own Home Orchard!00:05 Intro00:31 What you need to know about growing apricots in the intermountain west06:58 OutroMusic composed by Savannah Petersen and used by permission. https://extension.usu.edu/dev/yardandgarden/research/apricots-in-the-home-gardenhttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-coryneum-blighthttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-gptb2021-02-1707 minHomegrown HorticultureHow to Successfully Grow Peach TreesGrowing peaches in the home orchardhttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/1637/Coryneum Blighthttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-coryneum-blightGreater Peach Tree Borerhttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-gptbPruning Peacheshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Xzl-OaUKbE2021-02-1013 minHomegrown HorticultureGrowing Cherries Trees In the Home Orchardhttps://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/fruits/treefruit https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1661&context=extension_curall https://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-coryneum-blight 2021-02-0209 minHomegrown HorticultureApple Production and Variety Recommendations for the Utah Home GardenAppleshttps://extension.usu.edu/dev/yardandgarden/research/apple-production-and-variety-recommendations-for-the-utah-home-gardenPearshttps://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/fruits/pearsCodling Mothhttps://pestadvisories.usu.edu/2018/05/07/cm/Woolly Apple Aphidhttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_ag/fruit-woolly-apple-aphidSan Jose Scalehttps://climate.usu.edu/includes/pestFactSheets/San-Jose-Scale.pdfFire Blighthttps://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/notes_orn/list-treeshrubs/fire-blightMusic composed by Savannah Petersen and used by permission.2021-01-2013 minHomegrown HorticultureShould You Plant Fruit Trees in Your Yard?00:04 Intro00:34 So you want to grow fruit trees06:46 OutroMusic composed by Savannah Petersen and used by permission. 2021-01-1307 minHomegrown HorticultureGood and Bad of Gardening CatalogsAlex Grover talks about the benefits and cautions of using gardening catalogs as compared to buying local.2021-01-0506 minHomegrown HorticultureLast Minute Garden Gifts For Procrastinators00:10 Garden Gifts2020-12-2305 minHomegrown HorticultureA Potted Christmas Tree To Plant In Your Yard?Intro 00:02Potted Christmas Trees 00:32Outro 05:46USU's Factsheet on Christmas Tree care included potted trees.https://forestry.usu.edu/forest-products/christmas-tree-selection2020-12-1506 minHomegrown HorticultureChristmas Tree Care and Holiday Cactus00:10 Intro00:30 Christmas tree Care03:16 Holiday (Christmas Cactus)Holiday Cactus Carehttps://extension.umn.edu/houseplants/holiday-cactiSelecting and Caring For Christmas Treeshttps://forestry.usu.edu/forest-products/christmas-tree-selection2020-12-0907 minHomegrown HorticultureSpiders Squatting Inside Your Home?00:01 Intro00:27 Managing Spiders Indoors07:08 OutroMusic Credit: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition.2020-12-0207 minHomegrown HorticulturePoinsettias A Brief History And Keeping Them Healthy00:10 Poinsettias and Keeping Them HealthyA Fact Sheet on Poinsettia Carehttps://extension.usu.edu/news_sections/gardening/poinsettia-care#:~:text=Protect%20the%20plants%20from%20freezing,to%20temperatures%20below%2050%20F.2020-11-2507 minUCET Podcast with Kiera BeddesAvoiding Teacher Burnout with Kiera Beddes, Cory Henwood, Sally James, and Taunya JamesJoin our host, Matthew Winters, for a conversation about avoiding teacher burnout with Kiera Beddes, Cory Henwood, Sally James, and Taunya James. If you would like to be on a future episode of UCET Podcast, please email matthew.winters@ucet.orgJoin us at UCET.orgOn Twitter @UCETOn Facebook On InstagramOn Youtube
2020-11-1936 minHomegrown HorticulturePreventing An Annoying Lawn Disease With Simple Steps00:10 Preventing Snow Moldhttps://extension.usu.edu/archive/beware-of-the-abominable-snow-moldIntro and Outro music: Savannah PetersenFollow us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/Homegrown-Horticulture-1070424977371212020-11-1806 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. BeddesMr. Naiker as an admin intern was the interviewer this time around! See if you can catch my creative editing right at the beginning!2020-11-1217 minHomegrown HorticultureFall Pruning or A pruning Intervention00:10 Why not to fall prune and some exceptions2020-11-1105 minHomegrown HorticultureBox Elder Bugs are Invading My Home And Putting The Garden To Bed00:10 Intro00:59 Diane Alston Talks Box Elder Bugs06:20 Putting The Garden To Bed For Winter10:31 OutroWinterizing The Gardenhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2T_i4vNKicUSU Extension Factsheet on Box Elder Bugshttp://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1863&context=extension_curallMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.2020-11-0413 minHomegrown HorticultureFall Leaves, Pumpkin Seeds and Two Years of Growing Sweet Potatoes and Peanuts00:09 Intro00:38 Fall Leaves04:10 What to do with pumpkin seeds09:26 Two years of growing sweet potatoes and peanutsUniversity of Illinois Extension Recipe for Roasting Pumpkin Seeds1 quart water2 Tablespoons salt2 cups pumpkin seeds1 Tablespoon vegetable oil or melted, unsalted butterPreheat oven to 250°F.Pick through seeds and remove any cut seeds. Remove as much of the stringy fibers as possible.Bring the water and salt to a boil. Add the seeds and boil for 10 minutes. Drain, spread on kitchen towel or paper towel and pat dry.Place the s...2020-10-2823 minHomegrown HorticultureWhen Is It Worth Saving Damaged Trees? & Some Things To Do In The Yard00:35 What to do with damaged trees.10:40 Some things to do in the yard before it gets cold18:35 OutroMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcastFollow us on Facebook @ extension.usu.edu/utah2020-10-2121 minHomegrown HorticultureRipening Tomatoes Indoors, Cleaning Up Fall Leaves and What To Do With Damaged Trees00:10 Intro00:50 Ripening Tomatoes Off Of The Vine05:54 What To Do With Leaves In The Fall08:25 What To Do With Damaged TreesMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-10-1421 minHomegrown HorticultureBlack Widows Hate The Cold Toohttps://utahpests.usu.edu/schoolipm/structural-pest-id-guide/black-widowFollow us on Facebook at Extension.usu.edu/utahIntor and Outro music Composed by Savannah Peterson2020-10-1306 minHomegrown HorticultureTaking Care of Pines, Spruce and Broadleaf Evergreen Shrubs For The WinterWatering conifers in the fall greatly benefits them. This makes them more resistant to winter drought stress, excessive needle death and from insect pests.2020-10-0706 minHomegrown HorticultureGreat Trees for Fall Color and Planting These Trees CorrectlyIn this episode JayDee Gunnel discusses great trees for fall color that are adapted to the Utah climate. Mike Caron also talks about planting trees to maximize survival and health.Music Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-3024 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Wrapping and Painting TreesIntro and Outro Music Credit: Savannah Petersen.2020-09-2504 minHomegrown HorticultureBrown lawns, Aspens and Fall is a Great Time to Plant Trees00:10 Intro00:51 JayDee Gunnell Discuses potential causes of a brown lawn and aspens 07:51 Michael Caron talks about why fall is a great time to plant treesMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-2322 minHomegrown HorticultureLawn Fertilization, Fall Pruning and Harvesting PotatoesLawn fertilization explainedhttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2626&context=extension_curallGrowing and harvetsing potatoeshttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1246&context=extension_curall#:~:text=Tubers%20should%20be%20planted%20in,soils%20are%20at%20least%2050%C2%BAF.Powdery Mildewhttps://utahpests.usu.edu/ipm/notes_orn/list-flowers/powdery-mildewMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by...2020-09-1613 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Blue Moon Wisteriahttp://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=265854Music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-1403 minHomegrown HorticultureAre My Winter Squash Ripe and Tips On Canning Food SafelyUSU Extension Information About Canning Safelyhttps://extension.usu.edu/saltlake/home-family-food/food-safety-preservationUSU Extension How To Tell If My Veggies Are Ripe and How To Store Themhttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1721&context=extension_curallMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-0908 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Is my garden going to freeze?https://www.almanac.com/content/protecting-garden-frost-temperature-lows-vegetables#:~:text=When%20to%20Protect%20Your%20Plants,be%20widely%20destructive%20to%20vegetation.2020-09-0805 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Pacific Sunset MaplePacific Sunset MAplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/articles/pacsun/Norwegian Sunset Maplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/introductions/norwegiansunset/index.htmlCrimson Sunset MAplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/introductions/crimsonsunset/index.html2020-09-0502 minHomegrown HorticultureEasy, Long Blooming Perennials, Are My Pears Ripe? and A Delicious Pear Desert00:00 Intro00:44 Five Great Perennials for Sunny Areas09:24 How To Tell If Pears Are Ripe12:24 Pear PieUSU Youtube Video on How To Tell If Pears Are Ripehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Deq906nGX4Pear Hand PiePear hand piesDough:2 ½ c flour1 tbsp sugar1 tsp salt1 tsp cinnamon1 cup unsalted butter6-8 tbsp cold waterFilling4 cups cubed pears½ c su...2020-09-0218 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Sensation BoxelderSensation Box Elder is a great tree for situations where others trees might fail due to adverse soil conditions. It is not my favorite, but a better option than alternatives.https://www.jfschmidt.com/articles/sensation_boxelder/#:~:text=Frank%20Schmidt%20%26%20Son%20Co.,%2D%20Sensation%20Box%20Elder&text=Sensation%20Box%20Elder%20(Acer%20negundo,the%20nursery%20industry%20this%20year.2020-08-3102 minHomegrown HorticultureGoat Head (Puncture Vine), Is My Melon Ripe, Hawthorns and Tomato Bisque Soup00:38 Puncture Vine 07:01 How To Tell If Watermelon is Ripe12:27 Hawthorns, Underused Trees 15:55 Tomato Bisque SoupMore info on puncture vine: https://extension.usu.edu/archive/how-to-take-the-bite-out-of-puncturvineTomato Bisque6 medium to large tomatoes (about 28 oz.)1 large yellow onion4 cloves garlic (minced)3 stalks celery2 tbsp butter1 tsp Italian seasoning½ tsp dried thyme½ tsp black pepper¼ - ½ tsp salt1 ½ tsp brown sugar½ c parmesan cheese1 c heavy cream2...2020-08-2620 minHomegrown HorticultureShade Perennials, Two Great Small Yard Trees and Cantaloupe-Peach CobblerEpisode 1200:37 Rugged Charm and Hot Wings Maples: Great trees for smaller yards04:41 Easy to care for and beautiful perennials for shade10:54 Cantaloupe Peach CobblerRugged Charm Maplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/introductions/ruggedcharm/index.htmlHot Wings Maplehttps://plantselect.org/plantstories/hot-wings-tatarian-maple-a-tree-for-all-seasons/Cantaloupe Peach Cobbler1 ripe cantaloupe, seeded, peeled, cubed (about 3-4 cups)2 ripe peaches or nectarines, seeded, peeled, and cubed½ c sugar¼ tsp ground ginger½ tsp nutmeg1 tsp cinnamo...2020-08-1917 minHomegrown HorticultureCreeping Spurge: A Homegrown Horticulture Quick TipProstrate Spurge fact sheet: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2815&context=extension_curallAny mention or discussion of products in the episode are not an endorsement from USU Extension of the particular product.Podcast outro music by Savannah Petersen. Used by permission.2020-08-1405 minHomegrown HorticultureNecrotic Ring Spot, Hydrangeas for Utah and Mexican Corn BreadUSU Extension Necrotic Ring Spot Fact Sheet00:07 Intro00:30 Hydrangeas for Northern Utah07:28 Necrotic Ring Spot14:14 Mexican CornbreadMexican Cornbread Recipe1/4 cup unsalted butter3 tablespoons honey1 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon kosher salt2 eggs 1 cup low-fat buttermilk 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar-jack cheese1 can Mexican Style Corn (drained) (3/4 cups fresh sweet corn kernels + ¼ C red or green sweet peppers, pinch of salt, pinch of sugar)1 can d...2020-08-1219 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick TipA short episode detailing how to determine if peaches are ripe.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-6pJfPJNO42020-08-0701 minHomegrown HorticultureIs Fertilizer the Answer and All Things Summer ApplesEpisode 800:00 Intro00:36 Is fertilizer a miracle cure for all for unhealthy fertilizer a miracle cure for all for unhealthy plants09:17 All about summer apples13:28 Spice apple coffee cakeSpiced Apple Cake RecipeCake Ingredients:½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened½ cup brown sugar¼ cup white sugar1 egg¼ cup vegetable oil1 ½ teaspoons vanilla¼ teaspoon almond extract1 ½ cups all-purpose flour½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamon One p...2020-08-0516 minHomegrown HorticultureBrown Leaves, Naughty Lawn Weeds and Yummy Chicken Enchilada Casserole00:03 Introduction00:40 JayDee Gunnell: what makes trees and shrubs scorch in the summer13:17 Yummy zucchini chicken enchaladas16:57 Getting rid of lawn weeds during the summerChicken Enchilada Casserole with Zucchini2 medium zucchini1 large can chunked chicken (drained and shredded with a fork)1 cup Monterey Jack cheese1 cup chopped white onion1 teaspoon paprika1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon cumin½ teaspoon chili powder1 can diced green chilis2 Tablespoons green enchilada sauce or sal...2020-07-2922 minHomegrown HorticultureEarwigs Taking Over The Planet: Homegrown Horticulture Hot TopicsIn this special edition of the Homegrown Horticulture Podcast we discuss earwigs that have become especially problematic over the last few weeks. The fact sheet and video of Dr. Diane Alston were used in the creation of this episode.https://utahpests.usu.edu/uppdl/files-ou/factsheet/European%20Earwig.pdfhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlgpfCT0wYoMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode2020-07-2311 minHomegrown HorticultureBeautiful perennial, water-wise landscape plants, brown lawns and Apricot Chicken0:00 Introduction1:15 Casey Finlinson lead horticulturist for the Central Utah Water Conservancy District discusses great landscape plants for the yard that will save water. 9:57 Taun discusses four perennials: two great flowering species for summer and two for fall. 20:13 Lawns can struggle during July and August. Why are they turning brown?25:42 USU Extension Intern Annie Smith cooks Apricot Chicken, a delicious yet easy recipe. Music Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Pet...2020-07-2230 minHomegrown HorticultureAlternative fruit for delicious eating, Healthier but delicious brownies and bindweed.0:00 Introduction0:46 Mike Caron discusses some less common fruit options for home food production27:18 USU Intern Annie Smith shares a recipe for Beet based Brownies32:05 I talk what to do about field bindweed during the summer.Beet Brownie Recipe1 cup red beet, peeled and chopped (roughly the size of one medium beet)1 can white beans (cannellini beans) rinsed and drained½ cup maple syrup or honey1 teaspoon vanilla extract¼ cup coconut oil, melted1 egg½ cup all-purpose flour (add one tab...2020-07-1537 minHomegrown HorticultureGreat front yard trees, growing peanuts, and cherry peshwari naan0:00 Introduction 1:47 JayDee Gunnell talks his five favorite small trees and the USU Tree Browser App. 17:05 Dean Miner discusses growing peanuts in Northern Utah. 28:36 I answer the question “Can you plant landscape plants in the middle of the summer?” 35:06 USU Intern Annie Smith shares a recipe for Peshwari Naan that uses locally grown dried tart cherries. Peshwari Naan Recipe 2 ½ Cups all-purpose or bread flour 7g sachet easy-bake or fast action dried yeast 1tsp salt 2/3 Cup (150ml) plain Greek yogurt Approx. 2/3 Cup hand-hot water Melted butter...2020-07-0840 minHomegrown HorticultureFavorite Trees, Puff Pastry and Why is my tree yellow?0:00 Introduction1:07 Justin Wyker discusses five of his favorite trees.10:32 Intern Annie Smith discusses using locally ripe tart cherries in a “Fresh Sweet Cherry Cream Cheese Pastry”15:02 Cathy Merrill, a former USU Extension Family and Consumer Science faculty member, discusses grill safety, handling meat safely and introduces a great, but simple teriyaki marinade.27:28 And finally, I discuss iron chlorosis. A common cause of yellowing leaves in maples and other trees.Fresh Sweet Cherry Cream Cheese Pastry8 Oz softened cream cheese1/3 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons flou...2020-07-0235 minHomegrown HorticultureHeirloom Tomatoes, Blossom End Rot and Roasted RadishesIntro 0:00Heirloom tomato discussion 0:43Blossom end rot: 13:09Roasted radishes: 27:08Sheriden Hansen is an extension assistant professor of horticulture based in northern Davis County, UT. She is expert in many things and one is growing heirloom tomatoes. Additionally, she is great at troubleshooting plant problems. We further local causes and solutions for the dreaded blossom end rot. Finally, Annie Smith, USU Extension Horticulture Intern tells about the delicious roasted radish recipe she made.Ingredients1 lb. Radishes1 1/2 Tbs. Butter1.2 tsp. Salt1/2 tsp. Pepper2020-06-1727 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsHerbicide: Dos and Don'tsUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses controversies surrounding home-brew herbicides versus commercially available products such as Roundup. 2020-05-0611 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsSprinkler System CheckupUSU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses home irrigation systems; how to monitor them and new apps that can help regulated them. 2020-04-2908 minUSU Extension Gardening podcastsLate Fall Garden CareUSU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes gives some tips on pre-winter garden care. 2019-10-2804 minUSU Extension Gardening podcastsFall Lawn CareUSU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes talks about fall season lawn care 2019-10-0803 min
UEN HomeroomKiera Beddes - Growing Your PLNKiera Beddes, Language Arts teacher extraordinaire from Jordan School District, joins us in the Homeroom this week to talk about networking. Specifically, we explore how building your Professional Learning Network (PLN) can help you grow as a teacher. We talk about maintaining an online presence, reaching out and learning from others, and how a PLN can help with transitions in your teacher life.
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