124. Thunderstorms, Hidden Nature, and the Cryptonaturalist w/ Jarod K. Anderson

Send us Fan Mail We talk with writer and poet Jarod K. Anderson, aka the Cryptonaturalist, about mental health, ADHD, and rediscovering wonder through woods, poems, and honest work. From “brain weather” to dandelion myths, we explore how stories shape healing and how nature keeps us present. • origin of a lifelong nature connection and early poetry in a “land lab” • leaving academia, starting therapy, and naming depression as “brain weather” • enthusiasm over expertise as a path back to the woods • the Cryptonaturalist: blending natural history, humor, and gentle horror • balancing sincerity online with a creative career • separating dandelion facts from internet folklore • ADHD frameworks: “more than nothing” and consistency over intensity • sitting still versus covering ground as different forms of success in nature • poem “Woodland You” and the idea that self-worth is innate • book recommendations and where to find Jarod’s work Pre-order the new novel, Strange Animals, anywhere you buy books. We’re fans of ordering from your favorite local bookstore. Find more at jarodkanderson.com and follow the Cryptonaturalist on social media If you want to connect with the show, go to planthropologypodcast.com or follow along on social media, either Planthropology Pod or The Plant Prof. Send me an email at planthropologypod@gmail.com Support the show As always, thanks so much for listening!

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124. Thunderstorms, Hidden Nature, and the Cryptonaturalist w/ Jarod K. Anderson is an episode from Planthropology by Vikram Baliga.

This episode is 49:34 long.

This episode was published on Oct 17, 2025.

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