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In this end of year wrap up, Averill & Bernadette enjoy a well overdue chitty chat together. Reflecting on their achievements in 2023, exciting plans for 2024 and share what is happening in their gardens this summer. Lastly, Averill & Bernadette wish all our listeners a Merry Christmas and a joyful and prosperous New Year!
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In this episode, Averill & Bernadette speak with horticulturist with many hats Chloe Thomson. Chloe is a video presenter and producer, teacher at her online course Sprout School and general gardening enthusiast. Chloe chats to us about her fond memories growing up in Wamboin NSW, her home garden complete with recycled window greenhouse and outdoor bathtub, the challenges she has overcome while gardening on a sloping block and what she is planning for her summer garden.
Links for further information:
Sprout School by Bean There Dug That - DIY Gardening Advice and Tips
Chloe Thomson Horticulturist & Garden Coach (@beantheredugthat) • Instagram
Bean There Dug That - YouTube
Jane Edmanson - Wikipedia
The Garden Gurus TV - YouTube
Britain and Ireland Garden Tour with Chloe Thomson | Travelrite InternationalSupport the show
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In this episode Averill & Bernadette chat to a local gardening guru; Rachael from Home Soil. Rachael and her husband Damian grow tasty and interesting vegetables on their picturesque property outside of Canberra. They promote regenerative gardening systems, building soil, diversity, seed saving and the diversion of waste. Averill & Bernadette were fortunate enough to get to visit Rachael and Damian's property and see firsthand the amazing and inspiring work they are doing on their small-scale farm.
Links for further information:
Home Soil - Rachael & Damian (@home.soil) • Instagram
Charles Dowding: Home
Dr. Elaine’s™ Soil Food Web School - Regenerating Soil - Regenerative Agriculture Courses
The Next Green Revolution - National Geographic
Call of the Reed Warbler, Revised Edition by Charles Massy
The Third Plate, Field Notes on the Future of Food by Dan BarberSupport the show
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In this episode, Averill and Bernadette chat with Paul West. Paul West is a chef, passionate gardener, sustainability advocate and popular media personality. Paul reminisces with Averill and Bernadette about some River Cottage Australia memories, they share recipes and gardening dreams, and talk about his latest project; Grow It Local. We also take listeners through Paul's book; Homegrown - a year of cooking and eating.
Links for further information:
Home - Grow it Local
Homegrown, A year of growing, cooking and eating by Paul West
River Cottage Australia - Wikipedia
WWOOF Australia | WWOOF – World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms
Home - National Arboretum
Home - Live Better, Longer - Blue Zones
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In this episode, Averill & Bernadette chat with our dear friend Sarah, from Dirt and Daisy. Sarah is an organic gardener and suburban homesteader living on Whadjuk Nyoongar land near the Perth hills in Western Australia. Her business Dirt and Daisy gives ideas and inspiration for anyone wanting to grow your dream garden whilst living harmoniously with nature. Sarah talks to us about her two young children, chickens, bees, her small orchard and extensive veggie patch on a modest suburban block, she and her husband are always trying new ways to incorporate nature into their lives.
Links for further information:
Dirt and Daisy Facebook
Grape Hyacinth Simple Syrup Recipe - Modern Homestead Mama
Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent Sheets Australia | Lucent Globe
Homesteading - Wikipedia
Kalamunda Garden FestivalSupport the show
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In this episode Averill & Bernadette chat to permaculture royalty; Fiona Buining. Fiona is passionate about growing plants, especially food plants, and is inspired to create pathways for future food growers in urban areas. Working with teenagers as a teacher she has seen first-hand the physical and mental health benefits of learning to grow food. Fiona chats to us about her story, as a pioneer in the Australian permaculture movement, and shares some fantastic tips on how and when to start your tomatoes.
Links for further information:
Ainslie Urban Farm - Fresh Microgreens In Ainslie
Permaculture - Wikipedia
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In this episode Averill & Bernadette chat with Ambre Whatley of Eden Seeds. Ambre speaks to us about her passion for plants and seeds, her knowledge of medicinal herbs and shares some of her 'go to' herbal remedies.
Links for further information:
Eden Seeds & Select Organic - Buy heirloom vegetable, herb, flower and tree seeds online.
Seed Savers | Eden Seeds A list of seeds that are looking for reliable growers!
How One of the World’s Oldest Science Experiments Comes Up From the Dirt - The New York Times (nytimes.com) The Beal see viability experiment.
YEP tea: A Traditional Ways to Ward off Colds and Flu’s. – Empowered HealthSupport the show
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In this episode, Averill & Bernadette interview Tracey from Antiquus Botanicus, a local bespoke vintage garden store owner. Tracey speaks about her gardening journey, her passion for gardening and shares some tips to help you protect your winter crops.
Links for further information:
Antiquus Botanicus (1) Facebook
Dirty Janes Canberra - Dirty Janes
Home - National Arboretum (act.gov.au)
What is a Food Forest? – Project Food ForestSupport the show
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In this episode Averill & Bernadette talk all things house plants with local legend Dan Cusack from Housemates. Dan is the proprietor of Canberra based plant store Housemates, where they believe that every indoor plant is a member of your home. Dan offers some great advice on indoor plants and this light hearted chat will inspire you to add some new housemates to your place!
Links for further information:
Housemates - Your online shop for all things indoor plants.
Revive Landscapes, Canberra
NASA Plant Research Offers a Breath of Fresh Air
Neem Oil Leaf Shine - The Plant Runner
Floriade
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Immerse Your Senses
Wintering, The power of rest and retreat in difficult times by Katherine MaySupport the show
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In this episode, Averill and Bernadette interview Adam Shipp of Yurbay, a proud Wiradjuri man. Adam chats with us about the signs and cycles that First Nations people follow to indicate the changing of seasons. Adam also shares his passion for native edible plants and enjoys reminiscing about his childhood gardening memories.
Links for further information:
About - Yurbay - Bush food and medicine workshops, talks and walks.
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (aiatsis.gov.au)
Tasting Australia with Adam Shipp | National Museum of Australia (nma.gov.au)
Home - Landcare Australia Landcare Australia
Greening Australia - Greening AustraliaSupport the show
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In this episode Averill and Bernadette dye our hair pink and join Hannah Moloney on a crusade for radical hope! Hannah speaks with us about her childhood, her gardening and permaculture journey, her book The Good Life and how she lives with optimism and courage in the face of the huge uncertainty that is the climate emergency.
For more information on topics mentioned in this episode, see links we have included below.
Hannah's website: https://goodlifepermaculture.com.au/
Hop Hopkins: https://www.sierraclub.org/other/authors/hop-hopkins.
Rebecca Solnit: https://www.radicalsupport.org/solnit
Johnathan Lear: https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/philosopherszone/radical-hope/3157974
Community Gardens Australia: https://communitygarden.org.au/
Australian Energy Facts: https://www.ga.gov.au/education/classroom-resources/minerals-energy/australian-energy-facts
Permaculture: https://permacultureaustralia.org.auSupport the show
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In this episode, Averill and Bernadette chat with accomplished author Stephanie Rose. After becoming suddenly and severely disabled, Stephanie learned to heal her body through gardening. Stephanie is passionate about organic, regenerative gardening and natural living. This is a truly inspiring episode where we discuss how Stephanie has always made the most of what she can do, including lots of approachable and fun projects to try in your home garden. Stephanie's step by step approach makes understanding permaculture principals easy, offering logical guides for beginner and advanced gardeners alike.
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In this episode Averill and Bernadette chat with Dominic Hooghuis, Co-Founder of The Plant Runner, Australia's number one indoor plant care brand. Dominic is a creative, entrepreneur and a proud Dad. Plant nerds and horticulturalists Dominic and Duncan co-founded The Plant Runner, doing the studies on indoor plants so we don't have to. Dominic shares some lovely insights into his childhood, the positives of having indoor plants and some tips on how to help them thrive.
For more information on The Plant Runner:
- The Plant Runner - Online Store for the latest Indoor Plant Trends
For more information on NASA's Growing Plants in Space study:
- Growing Plants in Space | NASA
For more information on the effects of indoor plants on productivity:
- Plants in the Workplace: The Effects of Plant Density on Productivity, Attitudes, and Perceptions - Larissa Larsen, Jeffrey Adams, Brian Deal, Byoung Suk Kweon, Elizabeth Tyler, 1998 (sagepub.com)
- How Plants Can Increase Productivity in the Workplace - LABS
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- Clinical Services - Integrated Listening AustraliaSupport the show
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In this episode, Averill & Bernadette interview a local Horticultural legend, Chery Gregory. Cheryl has a passion for all things gardening and speaks to us about herbal medicines, perennials and prepping.
WARNING: Herbal medicines may produce negative effects, ranging from mild to severe. Always consult a suitable qualified health care professional before use. For more information please visit:
Herbal medicines can have dangerous side effects, research reveals | Health | The Guardian
Naturopaths & Herbalists Association of Australia (NHAA)
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In this episode Averill and Bernadette interview local author Emma Grey, discussing her new book and her growing affinity for gardening. Emma's latest book, The Last Love Note, follows Kate Whittaker in the aftermath of crushing grief as she learns to live and love again.
For more information on Emma Grey visit: Home | Emma Grey Author
For grief support visit: Support Groups (grief.org.au)
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In this episode Averill and Bernadette chat with local entrepreneurs; Josie and Annabel, founders of Food2Soil. Food2Soil make fertilizer from food waste to improve soil and plant health and help combat climate change. Josie and Annabel believe healthy soil is part of the solution for a better future for our children and generations to come. Join us as we chat about their journey to honour the earth.
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In this episode Averill & Bernadette interview the accomplished Scott Brennan. Scott is an Australian Olympic gold medallist, a medical doctor and a keen practitioner of regenerative agriculture. Scott's informative and down-to-earth approach to working with nature is refreshing and inspiring.
In this podcast Scott references the following books:
The One Straw Revolution by Masanobu Fukuoka
Dirt to Soil by Gabe BrownSupport the show
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A mini chitty chat from Averill & Bernadette. This bite size episode includes a live tour walking through Bernadette's summer garden.
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In this episode Averill and Bernadette catch up to discuss ways in which they practice self sufficiency at home. From home made stocks and jams, to soups and stewed fruits, we discuss the projects we like to do hoping to inspire you to try some too. Peppered with a health dose of laughs, we hope you enjoy this summer episode.
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Join Averill and Bernadette for our first episode of 2023 as we interview Mark Valencia from Self Sufficient Me. Mark is passionate about self-sufficiency and he enjoys communicating this passion through his Blog and You Tube channel. They say never meet your heroes, but we are glad we did because Mark is just as delightful as we imagined and we had a blast talking to him. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we did recording it.
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