About
Botanist known for his irreverent and engaging YouTube channel, Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't, where he combines his self-taught knowledge of plant ecology with candid commentary and a distinctive Chicago accent. He is also an illustrator and conservation advocate, sharing his explorations of ecosystems and native plants with a wide audience.
Before Fame
He used to ride freight trains across the U.S., which sparked his curiosity for geology, plant life, and the diverse ecosystems he would later explore and document on his YouTube channel.
Trivia
As a teenager, he was expelled from military school and became involved in the punk scene.
Family Life
His mother was an elementary school teacher, and his father left the family when he was just one year old.
Associated With
He has collaborated with stars Sarah Beck and Adrienne St. Clair on the Garden Futurist podcast, where they discuss various aspects of plant ecology and conservation.
