The Landscaping Show

<b>The Landscaping Show with John Roberts blends entertainment and vital industry insight, in a bi-weekly podcast.</b><br /><b><br />Hosted by trade veteran John Roberts, Fix Radio’s latest podcast tackles important issues from the cost of materials, to skills, tools and pricing jobs. </b><br /><b><br />It also provides a platform for the most talented landscapers in the UK to discuss their work, challenges and top tips.<br /></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>If you want to make the most of your time, while rain stops work, subscribe and download the podcast.<br /></b>

Getting Moving After Injury/Surgery

John Roberts has just had a hip replacement and is on the road to recovery. It's a massive challenge for you and your business if you need to take time off due to injury or surgery. So John has invited some experts to join him and explain how you can can get moving again quickly after a physical setback. Guests include: Andy Jarvis & Wayne Lakin

11-11
39:36

John Roberts is Joined by Ollie & Mick from Corkers

John Roberts invites father and son, Mick and Ollie from Corkers (Corker UK/TV) to join him and discuss the unique business they’ve created with their 15 show gardens, full of inspiration and innovative products for Landscapers in the UK

10-28
31:56

Daf From Dafscape On His Career & Rise On Social Media

Daf from Dafscape joins John Roberts to discuss his experiences in the trade and success on social media

10-14
24:12

Great Advice From Top Landscapers

John Roberts invites some friends of the show, who are some of the best Landscapers in the UK to join him and give some advice. Guests include: John Ward (JW Construction) Dan Kewley (Lawn & Order) & Richard McNeill from Ark Gardening

09-30
36:17

John Roberts & Tom Windle Discuss The Trade As A Whole

On the final episode in a triology of in-studio appearances made by Tom Windle from Gardenscape, John & Tom talk about the trade as a whole and the Landscapers journey within it. They discuss aspects of the trade they don't like, customers, mental health, tool theft, family, habits, social media and share their experiences with this range of challenges

09-16
26:17

Tom Windle Interviews John Roberts

John Roberts has the tables turned on him and is interviewed about his life, career and experiences in the trade by Tom Windle from Gardenscape

09-02
38:16

Tom Windle from Gardenscape Talks About His Experiences in Landscaping

Tom Windle from Gardenscape joins John Roberts to talk about his experiences and the challenges that come with being a Landscaper, on and off the tools

08-19
30:57

From Landscaping To Pools & Blocks

Ben Bonsor from Orbro Pools joins John Roberts to tell the family story behind the company and how they went from Landscaping to creating amazing swimming pool spaces and were part of the development of a new block you can use to create all sorts of walls and curved walls

08-05
33:56

The Sustainable Landscaper Talks Business & Working Practices

The Sustainable Landscaper Angus MacLeod joins John Roberts to talk about his working practices in more detail and how he manages his business. John and Angus also talk about how there's a second coming with regards to nature in gardens across the UK and also chat about creative ideas

07-22
39:57

What It's Like To Run A Huge Landscaping Business In Central London?

John Roberts is joined by Tony Woods from Garden Club London who talks about his experiences running his very successful company in Central London. Tony talks about all of the challenges this work brings, His workforce which sees him employ around 30 people and the type of work he takes on in the capital and around the world

07-08
28:11

The Approach To Sustainable Practices, Projects & Materials

John Roberts takes a look at sustainable practices, award winning projects & new and innovative sustainable materials. Guests: Angus McLeod (The Sustainable Landscaper) Mike Lote from MJL Garden Design & Marcus Von Thiele from Ecobrix

06-24
35:18

A Look At Machines, Automation & Equipment

John Roberts takes a look at bringing automation into your business. As your business grows and the jobs get more ambitious, the kind of machines and equipment you're using get more ambitious as well. Tom Windle, an accomplished Landscaper from Gardenscape, talks about the range of machines he's used, including one that was like driving a tank. Dan Lodge from Watling JCB (www.watling-jcb.co.uk) talks about some of the equipment and machines from JCB, events and training you need to know about and much more

06-10
44:45

The Impact Of Rogue Traders On Landscaping

John Roberts has a look at the issue of rogue traders blighting Landscaping and looks at both sides of the coin. John invites a customer that had massive issues with some work completed by another Landscaper, to join him and discuss the impact of the sub standard work on Jackie and the trade as a result. John also invites a tradesperson who is an absolute stickler for good work done ethically to talk about the issue of cowboys within trade and construction

05-27
26:07

What Have The Last Few Months To Work Through In Scotland & NI?

John Roberts has invited a Landcaper from Scotland, Ruaraidh Neish & Richard McNeil from Northern Ireland to discuss what winter and spring have been like in their parts of the country and how they plan for the summer ahead

05-13
25:58

The Approach To Working Through Spring/Summer In England

John Roberts is joined again by Dan Kewley from Hampshire and Kevin Fitzpatrick, who is based in Devon, so that they can discuss their approach to working through spring and summer and also give an update on what winter was like for them

04-29
24:06

Jamie & Harry Return To Discuss The Trade As A Whole!

John Roberts is joined again by Jamie Johnstone and Harry Barnes from Cotswold Garden Renovations Ltd to talk about their own individual experiences joining the trade and also discuss the trade as a whole

04-15
37:25

Jamie & Harry Talk Landscaping On TV, Day To Day Work, Tools & More!

Jamie Johnstone and Harry Barnes from Cotswold Garden Renovations Ltd join John Roberts to talk about the TV work they've done, how they run their business, tools, materials and more

04-01
43:31

How To Manage Your Money

John Roberts talks to his accountant, a financial advisor and fellow landscaper and show regular John Ward (JW Construction Ltd.) to get advice and insight on how to handle and manage your money properly

03-18
43:24

Craig Ratty Humphreys On His Career In The Trade

Craig Ratty Humphreys joins John Roberts to talk about everything from his work with his son, his approach to getting projects over the line, his methods, his social media, where the name came from and more!

03-04
25:06

Alex & Will Pettitt Return To Discuss Their Work & The Trade

Landscaping, award winning twins, Alex and Will return to explain their approach to construction work and talk tools, training and the trade as a whole

02-19
30:31

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