Can an educated public really create a kinder, gentler, consumer society? Do informed buyers make decisions more sensitive to their world? Can you have your cake and eat it too? Some activists think that voracioius consumers need not be subdued, but only that their desires be tweaked, redirected…

Do those who control the wealth in a society also dictate its desires? In this segment we’re able to listen in on the discourse of Spanish intellectuals critical of the modern consumer culture, which they see as something of a Svengali-like oppressor and manipulator of the masses.

Can a consumer-driven market be replaced by an informed system of mutual cooperation by a like-minded populace? Is the market always at odds with the well being of the planet? Is it true that otro mundo es possible? Let’s find out what some experts think…

Angel Palacios, a “river ranger” who works for the Ministry of the Environment in Spain, educates us about the Talave Reservoir in the municipality of Liétor.

Angel Palacios, a “river ranger” who works for the Ministry of the Environment in Spain, continues to tell us about Talave Reservoir as well as his history with water maintenance.

Manuel Lucas, Technical Director of the Estepona Orchidarium, introduces us to this beautiful botanical garden for, among other things, the cultivation and exhibition of orchids.

In the world of orchids, there are between twenty-five and thirty thousand species distributed throughout the planet, and at the Estepona Orchidarium, you will find many of them. Let's see what Manuel Lucas has to say about their vast diversity.

Fermín attends a plant fair at the Estepona Orchidarium, where he asks some botanical experts to talk to us about some interesting and exotic plants.

Now we'll hear from a representative of "Begonias y más" [Begonias and More], a company that specializes in Begonias and other exotic plants, who will tell us, among other things, about a Begonia named after a famous Star Wars character, as well as a cactus with the nickname "mother-in-law's cushion"!

Let's learn some interesting facts about a very special flower called the plumeria. Fermin tells us about its origins, characteristics, and special place in the cultures of many nations.

In this video, Fermin explains the most common mistakes people make when caring for their plumerias and teaches us how to best take care of this beautiful plant.

The Lady of the Night is a unique plant that blooms in the darkness. Fermín tells us about some of its secrets and what you should keep in mind if you would like to grow it in your garden.

In Andalusia, jasmine is a very popular plant that is often associated with this land. Fermín tells us more about this aromatic flower that has captivated humanity for centuries.

Let's discover with Fermín some interesting facts about the spectacular bougainvillea plant, which is widely used in gardens and on patios due to its vibrant color and beauty. We will also find out what you need to know if you want to cultivate this fascinating plant in your own garden.

Today, Fermín will talk to us about the cypress, a mystical tree that symbolizes eternal life in many cultures. However, as this species is facing such threats as deforestation and climate change, we will also hear some tips about how we can do our part to conserve it.