Are Mushrooms Aliens? And Does Fungus Know How to Code?

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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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.