She Explores

Simone Martin-Newberry is a plant person. And the attention she pays to flora has led to her discovery that contrary to what most media would have you believe, nature is everywhere - especially if you're open to finding it. Simone is naturally curious. She speaks with a deep reverence for the natural world, whether she finds it within the bounds of her longtime city of Chicago or when using her vacation from her full time work as a graphic designer to take trips around the US. Simone has a beautiful blog called “Darker Than Green” where she documents her appreciation for flora with photographs, green city guides, and contemplative writing. Women featured in this episode: Simone Martin Newberry Featured in the midroll: Sasha Cox, founder of Trail Mavens Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. In this episode, you'll hear: The benefits of having plants in your home How Chicago values green spaces What 'outdoor time' means to Simone living in a city that places importance on public space Why you d