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The Distracted Gardener is a gardening adjacent podcast. Sometimes it's a deep dive into growing a specific crop, while others it might be about the social and moral lessons to be learned from fungus. It's amateur science meets personal story time, and it's always with the goal of inspiring others to interact with and protect the world around them.
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I want to do more to help, whether that’s as a job or as a volunteer. However, how can I get the knowledge and skills necessary without going back to university? Give me your suggestions! Check out Mossy Earth if you want to support an awesome rewilding group. Socials:BlueskyInstagram
The times they are a changin’. Join me as I talk about the huge change coming to the Hopeful Garden while sowing some seeds. Show notes:Mossy EarthMossy Earth Referral Code: CHA1F3NXILMossy Earth YouTubeSocials:BlueskyInstagram
You're not alone. Most people want more done to address climate issues. The key? Talk about it!"Most of the world’s population wants stronger climate action," The Guardian"‘Spiral of silence’: climate action is very popular, so why don’t people realise it?" The GuardianSocials:BlueSkyInstagramMossy Earth
I’m more convinced than ever that so-called “nature gardening,” is the way to go. Even so, it often leaves me feeling like I’m gardening wrong. If you’re involved in nature gardening, can you relate? Check out Mossy EarthMossy Earth referral code: CHA1F3NXILSocials: BlueskyInstagram
We all want abundance in our gardens...at least until we get too much. Start thinking of how you can preserve now and help yourself avoid the overwhelm you might feel later.Mossy EarthMossy Earth Referral Code:CHA1F3NXILCultured GuruBlueSkyInstagram
Automatic watering systems, complex thermometers, soil analyzers -- there is a ton of cutting edge technology out there with the goal of making your life as a gardener easier. While some of it is great and may help you reach your gardening goals, the old ways are often best when it comes to the "technology" you use in your space.What sort of technology -- old or new -- can you not live without in your garden?Show notes:Mossy EarthMossy Earth Profile for 1-time donationsReferral code: CHA1F3NXILSocials:BlueskyInstagram
People often say that, "nature will heal after we're gone," meaning that after humanity forces itself into extinction, nature will just bounce back. In today's episode, we talk about why humanity is an integral part of protecting and healing nature.Mossy EarthMossy Earth Referral LinkiNaturalistBBC Article on Trophic RelationshipsSocials:BlueSkyInstagram
The wild world needs help. To that end, I’ve made an effort to increase the number of native plants in my garden over the last 6 months. Let’s talk about how going from 0% natives to 40% seems to have changed the Hopeful Garden. Socials:BlueskyInstagramFind out more about The Insect Crisis here
Issues of food security and climate resilience are only going to get more urgent as time goes on. One big thing you can do to help? Save your own seeds. Let's talk about it. Socials:InstagramBlueSkyShow notes:“The scientists making cocoa in a laboratory…” The Independent“...Japan veggie prices…” The Mainichi“How is the climate crisis affecting our food supplies?” UK Health Alliance on Climate Change
This week, I respond to a listener who reached out about the garden club I ran at my school last summer. I talk about the good, the bad, and the things I want to do better this year. I hope it provides something helpful for teachers and parents out there!Socials:BlueskyInstagram
We’re getting some nice days here in Fukui, which means garden prep. Now that I can actually get into the garden, I’m able to think about what I want to do with it this year. What have you got planned? Socials: BlueskyInstagram
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This week, we talk about climate anxiety and how to deal with it.Socials:InstagramTwitterYouTubeShow notes:How is concern about climate change taking a toll on young people?Climate anxiety in children and young people...It’s Time to Talk about Climate Anxiety6 tips for coping with climate anxietyIf climate change keeps you up at night, here's how to copeMajority of US Adults Believe Climate Change...
In the inaugural live episode of the Distracted Gardener, we talk about how you can communicate with those closest to you about climate issues.Socials:Instagram Twitter YouTubeShow notes:WWF's Living Planet Report 2024How to talk about climate actionNASA Data Shows July 22 Was Earth’s Hottest Day on RecordLet's Talk Climate
This week we talk about the impacts of keeping a traditional turf grass lawn and about some greener, more wildlife friendly alternatives.Socials:InstagramTwitterYouTubeShow notes:Eight grass alternatives for your lawnMore Sustainable (and Beautiful) Alternatives to a Grass LawnWhy are we so obsessed with lawns?Looking for LawnsLawn Maintenance and Climate ChangeSparrows in Japan may be listed as endangered species at this rate of decline
We really go hard on the "distracted" part of the show's title today and talk about how devices may be more than innocuous distractions in the wilderness, in your garden, and in your life. Whataya think?Socials:InstagramTwitterYouTube
Have you ever weedwacked a dandelion? Sprayed it until it dripped with herbicide? Today, we talk about why you don't need to do that. By the end of the episode, I'm sure you'll feel that you don't want to do that!Socials:InstagramTwitterYouTubeShow notes:Mossy Earth YouTubeMossy Earth Homepage7 Health Benefits of DandelionAre Dandelions That Bad for Your Lawn?New Perspectives on the Effect of DandelionThe effect of dandelion or a cover crop...How a dandelion can hold back a flood
This week we talk about my favorite places to find useful gardening info, ranging from YouTube to the written word. Be sure to let me know what podcasts, YouTube channels, etc. you like to take in. Socials---InstagramTwitterYouTubeLinks to shared YouTube channels, podcasts, and books----GrowVegUrban Farm PodcastNative Plants, Healthy PlanetBringing Nature HomeThe Vegetable Gardening BookWild Grass Flowers Pictorial Book, 山野草図鑑The Layered Edible Garden
This week's episode is just a touch late. I wanted to wait until the morning to record this tour around the Hopeful Garden, my teeny-tiny little chunk of urban oasis in central Fukui. Today, we'll talk about the changes I made to the garden over the weekend, what I'm looking forward to adding into the garden, and much more. I hope you'll enjoy!Socials----InstagramTwitter
This week, I answer some listener questions that have been accruing since January! Please forgive the lengthy delay, and be sure to let me know if you have other questions via the usual routes.Socials----InstagramTwitter
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