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Episode 45: The American Oaks

 This episode covers the Oak species native to the United States. This incredibly diverse group of trees comes with an incredible history–from bourbon barrels to warships to murder mysteries, find out what makes the Oak so inherently American. Music is by Academy Garden. Cover Art is by @boomerangbrit on Instagram. Follow me on Facebook and Twitter @MyFavoriteTrees or on Instagram @treepodcast. 

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