Plants Taught Me How to Talk to People | Matthew Gaston | Tiny Talks Austin

Recorded on June 11th, 2024 at Austin School of Film in Austin, TX.
Matthew Gaston vividly shares his journey from a plant-loving third grader to the education director at Zilker Botanical Garden in Austin. He recounts how a childhood fascination with plants, spurred by a small cactus gift, evolved into a career teaching children about the natural world. Despite initial shyness and a preference for solitude, his passion for plants led him to embrace educational roles, influencing young minds with the same excitement that once captivated him. His story highlights the joy of connecting others to nature through hands-on learning and personal engagement.
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Good job! 👏👏👏

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Could you pls print that cactus into your shirt and sell? ❤this is so amazing, funny, sincere, and motivational. I love plants and Matthew!

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