Comments on: Podcast 101 – Eucalyptus – Australia’s Forest Tree

By: Rob McCormack

Rob McCormack — Tue, 17 May 2022 13:44:13 +0000

In reply to Dep Ni.

Hi Dep,
Many thanks for your comment. I haven’t heard of that perspective about eucalyptus before, but it is certainly possible for some people. However, I think for the average Australian the situation is a little less complicated, without the spiritual aspect. However, that is only my view. That’s also interesting to hear about gold and eucalypts. It certainly could point to different ways of searching for gold.
Regarding the use of the prepostition ‘of’ – this is used with words such as memories or recollections. We have memories of things. We have recollections of things.
I hope that helps.
I hope you are well. Have a great day.
Rob.

By: Dep Ni

Dep Ni — Sun, 15 May 2022 07:38:59 +0000

Hi Rob,
I found a Chinese who described eucalyptus in a different perspective. The eucalyptus culture originated from the primitive aborigines living in the Australian continent and was inherited and developed after the western colonists entered the Australian continent. After more than 200 years of development and integration, eucalyptus trees on a spiritual level have become the spiritual pursuit and symbol of Australian people, showing the spirit of growth and evolution under difficult conditions, courage, hard work and tenacious development. It makes sense I think. Do you think so too?
It is also reported that Australian scientists have used X-rays to find trace amounts of gold in the leaves of eucalyptus trees growing in gold-mining areas, which is believed to be the first time gold has been found naturally occurring in living organisms. I think this discovery will help people explore for gold ore in a more environmentally friendly and cheaper way.
By the way, in the sentence, “One of my most vivid memories is of the final climb through the snow gums and …”, why is the preposition “of” used here?
Thank you very much for your wonderful sharing.
Best regards,
Dep

By: Rob McCormack

Rob McCormack — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 10:05:44 +0000

In reply to Rebecca Gardner.

Hi Rebecca. Thanks for your comment. Eucalypt trees will certainly give some shade.
Cheers,
Rob

By: Rebecca Gardner

Rebecca Gardner — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 18:26:43 +0000

I’m glad you mentioned that most eucalyptus trees stay green throughout the whole year. My sister is looking for a plant supplier since she wants more shade in the yard of her new classic-style home. I’ll share this info to help her decide if eucalyptus trees would be a good option for her property!

By: Rob McCormack

Rob McCormack — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 11:37:12 +0000

In reply to Laurence.

Hi Laurence,
Many thanks for your comment and your kind words about my podcast. I must admit that I have not considered targeting a more advanced audience, but that is an interesting thought.
Thanks for your feedback.
All the best from Melbourne.
Rob

By: Laurence

Laurence — Tue, 04 Feb 2020 21:05:48 +0000

Hello Rob
I usually work on podcasts from the BBC or The Guardian with my students.
But looking for other sources on the net I found yours and I found them really interesting.
I was just wondering : have you ever considered doing the same thing but for more advanced learners?
Wishing you a good day from the other side of the planet !!! (FR)

By: Rob McCormack

Rob McCormack — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 21:50:38 +0000

In reply to Sergey Afonin.

Hi Sergey,
Many thanks for your comment. The climate in Abkhazia must be similar to that of Australia in many ways, since both our countries have eucalyptus trees. Thanks for reminding us that other countries besides Australia have eucalyptus trees.
Have a great day.
Rob

By: Sergey Afonin

Sergey Afonin — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 05:39:35 +0000

Republic of Abkhazia is another great place which is full of eucalyptus trees. If I remember well, Abkhazia has the second count of eucalyptus in the world after Australia. It is fantastic because Republic of Abkhazia is a very small country. For example it is about 40 thousands people live in Sukhumi, the capital of Abkhazia. It is my lovely place which has fantastic nature and climate.

By: Rob McCormack

Rob McCormack — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 06:24:40 +0000

In reply to Sergey.

Hi Sergey,
Many thanks for your very kind comments. I’m glad you like the smell of the eucalyptus oil.
Thanks again for your feedback.
Have a great day.
Rob

By: Sergey

Sergey — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 00:09:02 +0000

Hello Rob! I am living in Far East of Russia and here is not eucalyptus trees. But I bought in a drug store a small bottle of eucalyptus oil. The oil is smells so good! We use it in aroma lamp. I like the smell. Every your podcast is informative and interesting!
Thank you very much!