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Adventures in gardening, urban farming, rewilding, permaculture and more.
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Send a text @modernruralcivilian is the Instagram identity of Mark Bonnalie, a rural homesteader and off-grid lifestyle creator known for documenting his transition from conventional work to self-sufficient country life. He shares honest and detailed content about building and managing a homestead, practical DIY projects, and the realities, both rewarding and difficult of pursuing autonomy in a remote setting. Mark’s story includes life changes like leaving his earlier professional path...
Send a text Scroll through the progress bar for different chapter markers. Don't forget to rate this episode and subscribe. It's a free and easy way to help herb grow. Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text PART ONE Live from Stirk park - Kalamunda. Scroll through chapter markers for different conversations. Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text SAMS FIRST FATHERS DAY - LIVE FROM WOODSTOCK (KALAMUNDA GARDEN FESTIVAL - STIRK PARK) This one is dedicated to Pete - My dad, who gave up his time to get wet and muddy, helping me set up my recording gear at the Kalamunda garden festival. Guests in this one: Angus stewart, Phil Dudman, Millie Ross and Peter Beckford (Sam's dad) Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text Another trek to Kalamunda, another awesome day spent talking to garden luminaries, such as Craig Castree (check him out) Hope you guys enjoy the garden bants! Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text DAY 3 FROM THE PERTH GARDEN SHOW Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text Had a ball on day 2 of the Perth garden show! Stoked to introduce you all to a crowd favourite - the legendary Dean Arthurell AKA The carnaby's crusader. Enjoy. Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text I spent the day soaking up the sights, sounds, and soil-stained goodness of the 2025 Perth Garden Show at McCallum Park, great vibes! Right by the Swan River, the place was packed with plant lovers, growers, weekend diggers, and sustainability legends from across WA. There were lush display gardens to explore, passionate stallholders sharing tips, and loads of hands-on wisdom flying around—from native planting and permaculture to composting, worm farms, and water-wise tricks. ...
Send a text Another Kalamunda garden festival in the can baby! Perfect weather. This was the busiest festival we've been a part of and Stirk park was heaving with punters! Enjoy hearing from legends of Australian gardening and horticulture including Stephen Ryan, Derryn Thorpe, Neville Passmore. Grab your tickets for the next here: https://kalamundagardenfestival.com.au/ Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/...
Send a text On todays pod we have repeat-guest; Brendon Carrick. Brendon is a certified aquascaping contractor known as the “Ecosystem Gardener.” He specializes in creating naturalized water features, including ponds, streams, and wetlands, aiming to enhance outdoor spaces by integrating aquatic ecosystems. His work has been featured on ABC’s “Gardening Australia,” highlighting his unique approach to aquatic landscaping. Brendon shares his projects and insights on Instagram un...
Send a text Enjoy A+ gardening content with plant-mad legends from the Kalamunda garden festival. Guests (not in order) - Hannah Moloney - ABC Presenter - Dan Rubick - Botanist - Brenna Quinlan - Australian educator and Illustrator - Matty B - Eco-warrior and green Entrepeneur - Michael - Owner of small business - Wick and Grow - David - Co-owner of "Made for the earth" Plant nursery - Sean - Etheliana wildflowers - Jo Bussell - Urban Revolution concept store Support the sh...
Send a text Quite a special one today. Perth city farm is a cultural hub and urban jewel in East Perth. On this special day, the 30th birthday of city farm, I sat down with its founder - Rosanne Scott to discuss the urban farms' interesting history. For anyone interested in growing food, permaculture, living sustainably, we highly recommend checking out CF's socials or heading down for a coffee to see it in person. Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourent...
Send a text Had a chat with horticulturalist Sally Dighton of Geraldton. Stoked to introduce you guys to another wild and awesome person with a passion for WA Flora. Finad Sally here: https://www.salthegardeninggal.com.au/ Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text Certified Aquascaping contractor; Dan O'Callaghan of NatureBuild Australia joined me for the second time to riff about what he's been up to with his awesome landscaping company. Natural, chlorine-free pools, pondless streams and gorgeous waterfalls are his specialty. Do yourself a favour and follow him on Instagram if you haven't already.. Here: NatureBuild-Daniel O’Callaghan (@naturebuild_insta) • Instagram photos and videos Check NatureBuild website here: https://...
Send a text Hey garden squad. Enjoy the podcast coverage of the recent Kalamunda garden festival, recorded on the very first day of spring. If you're reading this, please consider supporting the podcast by commenting and sharing the podcast on social media! Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text Stoked to have been able to chat with Streaky Bay legend - Heath Joske. Heath grew up in a surf-mad family on the northern NSW coast, Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text Today's podcast features Julian Brown, AKA NatureJab on Instagram. Julian is a welder and social media phenomenon from Douglasville in Georgia, USA. Julian has spent the last 3 years devising, constructing and perfecting backyard devices made from steel called "plastic to fuel reactors" These devices pyrolyze plastic waste using microwaves into crude oil, natural gas and a carbon product, similar to biochar. Find Julian here: https://www.instagram.com/naturejab_?utm_source...
Send a text PODCAST COVERAGE FROM THE KALAMUNDA GARDEN FESTIVAL - JUNE 2ND. Support the show Enjoying the show? Follow us on Instagram @herbyourenthusismpod Support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sambeckforO
Send a text Had a chat with Fremantle local - Angela nikulinsky. Since purchasing her property 3 years ago, Angela has transformed her mostly paved front and backyards from hardscaped eyesores to vibrant and diverse greenspaces, which are bursting with colorful, endemic plant species. Don't forget to check her out on Instagram - her handle is Anything.but.lawn. Leave feedback ya'll! Verigrow Amino-acid based liquid fertiliser products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If...
Send a text Had a great chat with Botanist and science educator; Dr. Laura Skates. Laura has been passionate about the West-Australian Bush for decades, working for a number of years with Kings Park Science, the Friends of Kings Park, and Perth NRM. She has completed a PhD on the ecology of carnivorous plants. Links to Laura: Citizen science project: https://www.perthnrm.com/project/gardening-for-wildlife/ ReWild Perth: https://rewildperth.com.au/ Hope you enjoy meeting her as much as Sam...
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