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5. A Fungus Amongst Us

Episode 5 of 5

Mycologists explain how our survival is dependent on fungi - which can be our friend or foe. With Elizabeth Johnson. From 2008.

For all their fascinating lifestyles, fungi can be our friend or foe. Mycologists reveal the impact that fungi have had on the planet and how our survival is dependent on theirs.

Series featuring scientists and amateur naturalists who study fungi, one of the largest and most fascinating groups of organisms on the planet.

Taking part:

Elizabeth Johnson
Lyn Body
Brian Spooner
Mike Roberts

Producer Sheena Duncan

A BBC Natural History Unit production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in January 2008.

15 minutes

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Fri 25 Oct 202409:30
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  • Fri 18 Jan 200815:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Sat 27 Sep 200805:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Fri 25 Oct 202409:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra