Ready for an exciting deep dive into Wakanda's botany and soil?! In this special episode, we're thrilled to be joined by two fellow Wakanda enthusiasts and friends of the show, Niyya @theBloomJourney and Derek our resident ETHNO-botanist. Host, Colah B. Tawkin opens with an exciting announcement about her TedX debut in Jacksonville, FL. In this Afro-Futuristic episode, we're exploring the rich plant-centric world of Marvel's Black Panther. While Wakanda is famous for its tech and culture, we’re most excited about the real-world parallels and universal lessons embedded in Wakanda's botanical themes.  Recorded during the movie's small-screen debut, we're talking about the heart-shaped herb, the enchantment of Vibranium-infused soil, and their connections to land ownership and Wakanda's hidden power. Bonus: Colah points out Shuri's most slept skill: botany! You’ll want to share this with all your favorite Wakandans before it ends! Follow and support Niyya: @thebloomjourney on Instagram The Bloom Journey on Facebook Follow and support our resident botanical Blackspert  Derek: @thechocolatebotanist in Instagram  Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCxsce8LaWKVw2g0-xDqdPNg Credits Host: Colah B TawkinWriter: Colah B Tawkin Producer: Colah B TawkinSound Engineer: Carl Kevin Robinson Jr. Theme song: Ill Sounds LLC Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram/Threads @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok  ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden  🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★