Beyond decay: the surprisingly multipurpose world of fungi
In short: We often think of fungi as either helpful or harmful, but the reality is far more complex. This video explores the grey area between these two extremes.
Host Stefan Chin examines the diverse roles fungi play in our ecosystem. Rather than a simple binary of friend or foe, the episode investigates the varied ways these organisms function, moving beyond the common idea that fungi are merely decomposers or pathogens.
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