If mushrooms are not plants or animals, what are they? Today we're exploring the fascinating world of fungi! We're looking at:
- What are mushrooms? (Are they… aliens?)
- What other living things are like mushrooms?
- How does fungus help humans, plants, and our planet?
- How does fungus use code like a computer?
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Video of wild orchids
Video of fly agaric mushroom
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Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:
“But the Spirit produces the fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control...” Galatians 5:22-23
“I (Jesus) am the vine, and you are the branches. If any remain in me and I remain in them, they produce much fruit. But without me they can do nothing.” John 15:5
“How many are your works, LORD! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.” Psalm 104:24
Terms Introduced:
Fungi: Category of living things including mushrooms, lichen, yeast, and mold.
Mycelium: Underground network of fungi that produces mushrooms.
Decomposing: Breaking down organic (natural) material. Decaying.
Biocomputing: The scientific study of how living things compute or use information like computers.
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Disclaimer: Fungi can be dangerous! This guide & podcast episode are educational only and not to be used as a guide for determining whether a mushroom is safe. Never touch mushrooms without expert advice.
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