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Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingGrowing Fruit Trees & Building Community Orchards with SusanIn this inspiring episode, Alysse sits down with Susan to explore the world of fruit trees and community gardening. Drawing from over 15 years of hands-on experience, Susan shares her journey of cultivating a thriving community orchard, offering practical advice on planting tips, pruning techniques, pest management, and promoting soil health.Learn how cross-pollination affects fruit production, why grafting can expand your harvest, and how urban gardening spaces can support healthy ecosystems. Whether you're just getting started with a bare root tree or managing an established orchard, this episode delivers essential knowledge for both beginners and seasoned gardeners.
2025-07-2757 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEveryday Permaculture with Nanna Anna: Practical, Purposeful LivingIn this warming and grounding episode, Alysse sits down with Nanna Anna —educator, gardener, and long-time permaculture practitioner — to explore what Everyday Permaculture looks like.“Nanna” Anna shares her lived experience withhonesty, humour, and hope. Together, they unpack:🏡 Living intergenerationally and the emotional journey of moving🧶 Reviving traditional crafts and skills in a modern context🌱Finding purpose through growing and sharing food⚡ Doing more with less: energy audits and small sustainable wins🍞 The power of gifting economies and community resource sharing💚 Eco-guilt, grace, and unlearning perfectionism🌆 Making...
2025-07-0358 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingHomesteading in Hard Times: Growing Food, Forests & Self-Sufficiency with AlexWant to test your water?Get $50! off your first comprehensive water test at mywaterscore.com.au with code "PRACTICAL" visit the site here: http://bit.ly/44osI54Tuck yourself into a shady spot or stroll through the garden — today we’re heading to the Northern Rivers to hear how one homesteader is turning challenge into abundance. 🌳🫖In this episode of The Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse connects with Alex, a passionate homesteader and agroforestry advocate, about her journey transforming a drought- and bushfire-affected block into a thriving, diverse ecosystem.From the earl...
2025-06-2642 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingPublishing with Purpose: Robyn Rosenfeldt on Life, Land & Pip MagazineWant to test your water? Get $50! off your first comprehensive water test at mywaterscore.com.au with code "PRACTICAL" Acknowledgement- We live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.Grab a cuppa and settle in — we’re diving into the roots of one of permaculture’...
2025-06-1941 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingStarting at the Beginning with Hampus. What Does a Permaculture Newbie’s Journey Look Like?Check out Botanical Bazaar festival here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflThe Gold Coast's Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd. In this episode of The Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse chats with the ever-thoughtful Hampus — a Swedish sportsman-turned-permaculture enthusiast who swapped snow for sun and now digs deep (literally!) into the soils of the Hunter Valley, Australia.Together, they explore what it’s like to begin the permaculture journey from scratch: think backyard experiments, kid-powered composting, and big dreams of off-grid living. Hampus shares his path from athlete...
2025-05-2238 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingDitch the plasterboard — we’re diving into hempcrete building 🏡🌿 The Simple patch I Ashleigh and Jarrod Wingham NSWCheck out Botanical Bazaar festival here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflThe Gold Coast's Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd. We live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.Show notes:In this episode of The Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse sits down with t...
2025-05-1548 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingFree range living at its best with Pascale and TroyCheck out Botanical Bazaar festival here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflThe Gold Coast's Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd. Grab your farm boots we are heading west! In this episode of The Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse sits down with Pascale and Troy — a dynamic duo who swapped sailing the WORLD for life as full-time land stewards in South West WA. From navigating waves to wranglinggoats, their journey into homesteading is packed with wisdom, grit, and a whole lot of heart.Together, they dive into the realities of regenerative living: managi...
2025-05-0854 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingTending to Motherhood Garden- Matrescence, Mindfulness & Making Space with Jodi WilsonCheck out Botanical Bazaar festival here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflThe Gold Coast's Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd. Mummas, time to tend to your inner garden — we’re heading into Zone 00. 🌸In this episode of The Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse sits down with the wise and wonderful Jodi Wilson— mother, author, and all-around matrescence maven — to explore the often-overlooked terrain of Zone 00: our selves. Together, they unpack the wild, tender journey of modern motherhood — from identity shifts and mental health to the sacred messiness of it all. Jodi shares how matrescence (think adolescence, but with nappies and...
2025-05-0158 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingMelliodora Musings: Food, Family & the Future with Su DennettCheck out Botanical Bazaar festival here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflThe Gold Coast's Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd. Pack your gumboots and curiosity — we're heading to Melliodora! In this episode of The Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse sits down with the incredible Su Dennett: community builder, local food champion, and one half of the dream team behind Melliodora, Australia’s iconic permaculture homestead.Together, they chat about what it really means to live simply in a not-so-simple world. From buying land and...
2025-04-171h 20
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingSnackin' Off the Beaten Path A Forager's Tale with ChanterelleCheck out Botanical Bazaar festival here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflThe Gold Coast's Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd. Grab your baskets and sense of adventure — we’re heading into the wild! 🌿🍄In this episode of The Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse chats with the delightful Chanterelle — professional forager, educator, and all-around wild food wizard. Together, they dive deep (sometimes literally!) into the art of foraging: from munchable mushrooms to backyard "weeds" that are anything but weeds.Expect stories about how Chanterelle got into foraging, the cultural roots of wild food traditi...
2025-04-101h 10
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingThe Joy of Growing Food and plants with Sustainable HollyCheck out Botanical Bazaar here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflGold coast Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd. In this weeks chat, Alysse sits down with Holly, the passionate permaculture gardener behind Sustainable Holly, to dive into her sustainable gardening journey. 🌱 From her childhood in New Zealand to her gardening adventures in the hot, dry climate of Perth, Holly shares how she’s adapted and thrived in the garden.In this episode, you’ll hear all about:🌼 Different garden challenges including climates and sizes – How Holly tackled the climate shift and the challenges of gardening in...
2025-04-0448 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingBig BEE energy - Meet Clancy "the bee guy"In this episode of Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse sits down with Clancy Lester, a passionate native bee ecologist, to dive into the fascinating world of native bees! 🐝✨Clancy shares how these tiny pollinators are essential to our ecosystems and how YOU can support them right in your own backyard! From creating bee-friendly habitats to understanding the impact of pesticides, Clancy provides simple, actionable tips for anyone wanting to make a difference. 🌸💚We also explore the power of Indigenous knowledge in conservation efforts and how connecting with nature can improve mental heal...
2025-03-2737 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingBONUS EP Where is Jo??A few people have asked "Where is Jo?" here is a little update of where Jo has been and how she will be involved in the Podcast going forward... We love you Jo!
2025-03-2520 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingHouse Build Part II - Mini EpisodeWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generationsIn this episode, I chat about my journey of building a "sustainable" house, focusing on how we have looked at the build from a permaculture perspective.
2025-03-2019 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingHouse Build Part I - Mini EpisodeWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generationsIn this episode, I chat about my journey of building a "sustainable" house, focusing on site selection, design choices, and permaculture principles. I share my insights on orientation strategies, thermal mass, ventilation, and water management. I also talk about how we have tried to...
2025-03-1316 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingChicken and garden GOALS with Alyce AlexandraWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.In this episode, Alysse chats with Alyce Alexandra about her journey from a cooking lover to a full-on permaculture enthusiast, diving into the world of food production, animal care, and sustainable living. Alyce shares how her passion for coo...
2025-03-0555 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingPreserving food, gardening and homesteading with Amy Sloan @mynonnalifeWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generationsThis week, Alysse chats with Amy about her journey from hobby farm to urban life and now her next adventure in the beautiful Perth Hills. Amy shares the highs and lows living rurally, she shares her house build and we chat about her gar...
2025-02-271h 01
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingGardening, Mental Health & Thriving in the Heat with Michael ☀️We live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations. This week, Alysse chats with Michael about all things gardening—especially the challenges of keeping plants (and yourself) thriving in the summer heat! They swap stories on irrigation, composting, and why dirt under your nails might just be the best therapy.Michael shares his j...
2025-02-2056 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingGrowing, Adapting & Thriving with Liz ZorabWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.In this episode, I chat with the lovely Liz Zorab about her journey through gardening, permaculture, and finding balance in self-sufficiency. From tackling poor soil to dealing with pesky garden invaders, Liz shares how she’s turned challenges into learning experiences—one plant at a ti...
2025-02-1354 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingUrban gardens and food growing with Phil DudmanWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.
In this weeks chat, Phil Dudman shares his journey into gardening and permaculture, discussing the importance of community, the practicality of urban gardening, and the design elements that contribute to a successful garden.
He emphasises the learning process thro...
2025-02-071h 03
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingCultivating community with Jade MilesWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.
In this episode, I sit down with Jade Miles from Black Barn Farm and Future Steading to dive deep into the art of building and sustaining community. We explore the evolving nature of relationships, the role of trust and patience in fostering strong con...
2025-02-0144 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingHeatwaves, murder and naked gardening with Sabrina HahnWe live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.
In this episode of the Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse sits down with horticulturist and gardening expert Sabrina Hahn to chat about all things gardening! They dive into the impact of climate change on gardening practices, why biodiversity is crucial for healthy ecosystems, and some must-know tips for keeping you...
2025-01-2450 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living2024 wrap up! Lessons learnt and looking forward into 20252024 wrap up- Lessons learnt and looking forward into 2025.
In this episode, we take a step back to reflect on our first year of podcasting. We talk about the highs, the lessons we’ve learned, and where we’re hoping to go next with the podcast.
We dive into our permaculture journey—sharing the challenges, the wins, and how we’ve had to revisit and revise our goals along the way. We also get real about what it’s been like to balance personal commitments with community involvement and how that’s shaped our experiences this year.
Gardening has taught us so much...
2024-12-1937 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingUrban Permaculture in a fast paced world with Koren HelbigIn this episode of the Practical Permaculture Podcast, Alysse and Koren explore the multifaceted world of urban permaculture, discussing its challenges, opportunities, and the importance of community connections.
The conversation also highlights the significance of rest and work-life balance, as well as the need to redefine wealth and happiness in a modern context.
Koren and Alysse explore the intersection of budgeting, bartering, work-life balance, and permaculture principles.
Koren shares her journey towards a sustainable lifestyle, emphasising the importance of clear communication, intentional rest, and the practical application...
2024-12-1256 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingHow to intentionally design your Zone 00 with Marcus PearceMarcus Pearce is magnificently obsessed with helping people create their exceptional life.
A former smoking, binge-drinking journalist, radio and television producer, chats to Alysse about zone 00. How can we intentionally design our life? His motto is let’s make the rest of your life the best of your life.
To get the link for Marcus Book, DM us on instagram or Facebook.
Find Marcus at:
https://marcuspearce.com.au/about/
https://www.instagram.com/marcusdpearce?igsh=MXZwbnEya2wxY2...
2024-12-0653 min
Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 73- Osprey Orielle Lake I Climate Justice I World in crisis I WECANIn this episode, Jo engages in a deep conversation with Osprey Orielle Lake, founder of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network.
They explore themes of climate justice, the importance of indigenous rights, and the role of women's leadership in environmental activism.
Osprey shares insights from her book, 'The Story in Our Bones,' discussing how worldviews can reshape our approach to climate issues. The conversation emphasizes the need for community engagement, emotional resilience, and practical steps individuals can take to contribute to climate justice.
ENTER OUR CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY: https...
2024-11-281h 01Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 72- Farm my school I Ben and James I Community I School Market Garden IIn this episode, Alysse speaks with James and Ben from Farm My School, a project aimed at transforming disused school land into thriving market gardens. They discuss their journey, the challenges of local food systems, and the importance of community engagement and education in promoting food security and sustainability.
The conversation highlights the principles of permaculture and the impact of school gardens on students and the broader community. They also share their future plans for expansion and advice for those looking to make a difference in their communities.
ENTER OUR CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY: https://mailchi.mp/b4b02e5491b4...
2024-11-211h 03Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 71 - Cristie Yager I Councillor I Politics I People Care I CommunityIn this episode of the Practical Permaculture podcast, Alysse interviews Cristie Yager , a newly elected local council member. Cristie shares her journey from a homesteading lifestyle to engaging in local politics, emphasising the importance of community, knowledge sharing, and grassroots campaigning.
The conversation explores the challenges of modern governance, the need for transparency, and the significance of food security and local agriculture. Cristie encourages others to get involved in politics and community engagement, highlighting that anyone can make a difference.
To connect with Cristie find her on Facebook: https...
2024-11-141h 12Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 70- Mardi Lee I ReNewy Living I Values-Aligned Sustainability I Mindful consumptionIn this episode of the Practical Permaculture Podcast, we chat with Mardi.
Mardi shares her journey into sustainability through her business, ReNewy Living. We explore the importance of community empowerment, creative workshops and the principles of permaculture in daily life. The conversation also touches on sustaining habits, understanding personal values and addressing skepticism around sustainability practices.
We also dive into the beauty of gifting secondhand and pre-loved items, the stigma surrounding them, and how to navigate these perceptions. A must listen to with the upcoming Christmas season.
Lastly, our conversation also highlights the significance of fostering community connections, respecting...
2024-11-071h 06Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 69- Manda Scott I Any human Power I Activism I Politics I Ethics I Change MakersIn this episode of the Practical Permaculture Podcast, we interview author Manda Scott, who shares her journey from being a veterinary surgeon to a novelist and her insights on the themes of her latest book.
Manda discusses the concept of 'Thrutopia', a vision for a better future in her book Any Human Power.
We also chat about the importance of shamanic practices in conscious evolution. She contrasts initiation cultures with trauma cultures, emphasising the need for healing and community building. Manda also provides practical advice for listeners on how to engage politically and create meaningful change in their lives...
2024-10-311h 22Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 68- Project Management I Homesteading I Permaculture I Hierarchy of resources INext year Brett launches his NEW PDC which includes a NEW homesteading module and integrates more project management. This course will be next level.
When it comes to project management, Brett is your man. So we wanted to get him on to chat about the significance of project management in Permaculture and Homesteading. We also talk about hierarchy of resources and why this is important.
Brett explains practical strategies for setting up a homestead, managing resources, and preserving food. He chats about the importance of project management in homesteading...
2024-10-241h 12Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 67- Season 4 I Should we quit gardening for the summer I too hot I summer gardeningIn this episode, we discuss the upcoming season of the podcast we will be sharing many exciting guests and topics related to gardening and permaculture. We also share personal updates about our current gardens, chat about the importance of soil health and we rethinking summer gardening practices.
Do we quit gardening for the summer? A lot comes into it; your context , balancing gardening with lifestyle, water availability and gardening techniques for summer gardening.
Keywords
gardening, permaculture, summer gardening, soil health, community, irrigation, lifestyle, sustainable living, homesteading, plant care
Takeaways
- Soil health is crucial for successful gardening.
- Summer...
2024-10-1745 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEpisode 66- Creatively respond to Change I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode
In this final mini-episode of season 3, we explore Permaculture Principle #12 – Creatively Use and Respond to Change.
Change is inevitable, but instead of resisting it, we can get creative and turn it into an opportunity. Whether it’s pests in the garden or unexpected shade, responding flexibly allows us to design solutions that thrive in new conditions.
This mindset works beyond the garden too, helping us adapt to life’s curveballs. As we wrap up the season, take this as a reminder: next time something changes, ask, “How can I use this creatively?” Stay tuned for...
2024-09-2310 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp 65# Cas Tognarini I Mental Health Nurse I Permaculture Nurse I 1.3 Acre farmThis week Alysse chats to Cas (aka The Permaculture nurse on socials). Cas discusses her experiences with permaculture and mental health. She also shares how she and her partner moved to a larger property during COVID and embraced permaculture principles.
Cas has a background in mental health nursing and her
passion is integrating permaculture into mental health care. She is currently pursuing a PhD in permaculture and mental health. We discuss the importance of
incorporating permaculture ethics into healthcare systems and the potential for social prescribing to promote mental health and wellbeing. Cas shares her v...
2024-09-191h 05Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 64- Small and Slow Solutions I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini EpisodeIn this episode, we explore **Permaculture Principle #9 – Use Small and Slow Solutions**. In a world that craves instant results, this principle reminds us to slow down and start small. Instead of diving into large projects, we can test ideas on a manageable scale—whether it’s experimenting with plant guilds, composting, or water conservation. Small steps allow us to observe, adjust, and improve without getting overwhelmed. Progress is all about steady growth, not rushing. Tune in for practical tips and examples on how small and slow solutions can lead to lasting success in your permaculture journey.
2024-09-1613 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp #63- Beth aka Dirt mum I Kitchen garden educator I Permaculture enthusiast I Permaculture EducatorIn this conversation, Alysse, Jo, and Beth discuss Beth's work as a kitchen garden educator and her journey into permaculture. Beth shares her background growing up on a farm and her passion for connecting with the land.
She talks about how permaculture is more than just gardening, it's about community and connection. Beth also discusses her work in schools, teaching children about sustainability, mental health, and the joy of growing their own food. She emphasizes the importance of hands-on learning and the impact it has on children's understanding of where their food comes from. Beth discusses the...
2024-09-121h 04Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 62- Use and Value Diversity I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini EpisodeThis season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 10 - Use and Value Diversity
2024-09-1005 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 60- Integrate Rather than Segregate I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode
The principle "Integrate rather than segregate" highlights the value of fostering synergies between different elements within a system to boost efficiency and resilience. When we isolate components, they often become weaker and struggle to thrive. This concept applies to people as well. We flourish when we connect with like-minded individuals who share our values.
Check out Episode 4 season 1 to find out about the Miyawaki method of planting.
2024-09-0310 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 61- Enoughness I Permaculture abundance I social pressure I values based decisionsEnoughness. What is enough for you? When you think about permaculture abundance how do you know the difference between glut and enough. We have all had too many zucchinis we can cook, preserve or even GIVE away.
Where do permaculture ethics and principles come into this?
What about socially, what is enough, when do you need to recharge your battery or say no?
Where to wants vs needs come into enoughness. Where do the concepts of Sufficiency mindset, Personal fulfilment, Mindful consumption, Content living, Satisfaction and privilege...
2024-09-0138 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 59 - Andew Yeo I Yeo Farm I Lamb I Permaculture Farm I 100 acresAndrew was in hook line and sinker after doing a @limestone_permaculture intro course. Permaculture wasn’t something on his radar at all until his wife Em gave him a nudge. After doing the course he never looked back. Andrew and Em have developed a small lamb operation and productive property at @yeofarm_bulahdelah. Andrew utilises permaculture design within his property to make well thought out and educated decisions, as well as assist with his farming practices. His background is large scale lamb farming out west. However, their current farm location as well as farm practices are vastly...
2024-08-301h 02Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 58 - Use edges & value the marginal I Mini Series I Unpacking Permaculture principlesThis season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 11 - Use edges & value the marginal
2024-08-2605 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 57- Spring Seasonality I Observation I planning I site sectorHello lovely listeners! We have a big chat about the change of seasons. What we are thinking about, what we are planning, what we are planting and looking forward into the spring/summer season.
We would LOVE to hear what you are up to, reach out on socials, comment on YouTube, or join our community page on Facebook.
2024-08-2248 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 56- Use and Value renewable resources and services I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini EpisodeThis season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 5 - Use and Value renewable resources and services
2024-08-1908 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 55- Gina Lopez I Chaffin Creek Farm I Food security I Community I WorkshopsThis week we chat to Gina from Chaffin Creek farm. Together with her partner, they run a small scale regenerative farm in the lower Northern Rivers. They follow biodynamic practices and also use syntropic practices.
They have been amping up their workshops and offerings to the community. They are building community and educating everyone who wants to know more.
We chat about her off farm income, being your authentic self, food security and sovereignty plus so much more.
To learn more about Chaffin creek far...
2024-08-1658 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 54- Produce no waste I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode IThis season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 6 - Produce no waste
2024-08-1206 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 53 Podcasts & YouTube we are loving on I Listening Recommendations I Homesteading
You Tube
Liz zorab - Blyther Farm
Based in Wales. Liz shares their triumphs, our failures and some insight into the daily life of a small homestead. They share how they explore ways to make their lives greener, more enriched and more fulfilling. Focus is on sustainable living.
https://www.youtube.com/@LizZorab
Free Range LIving - Troy and Pascale and their little bub on 9-acre homestead in the South West of Australia. Lots of practical videos and how to’s. Ths one was recommended to me some time back...
2024-08-0808 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 52 Design from Patterns to Details I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode
We're diving into Permaculture Principle 7: "Design from Patterns to Details." This principle guides us to start by understanding the broader patterns in nature and society before zeroing in on the specific details of our designs. By recognising these larger patterns, we can create more efficient and sustainable systems. Tune in to learn how to apply this principle to your permaculture projects!
Big-Picture Thinking: Start by observing and understanding larger patterns.
Patterns in Nature: Use natural patterns like sunlight and water flow in your designs.
2024-08-0510 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 51- Lessons from our first year in Permaculture I 1 year post PDC I Mistakes I LearningsHoly Heck, how did we get here? One year post PDC with Limestone Permaculture, feels like forever ago but also yesterday.
Question is... what did we learn from our three months with Brett at Limestone?
What learnings became more concrete over the past year? Did we ditch anything from the course? Did we need to "let go" of some concepts? Did we find a hill to die on or adapt and change? What lessons are we still learning? Are there concepts we are still grappling?
Listen in and share what...
2024-07-3146 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 50 Apply Self Regulation and Accept Feedback I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode
The fourth principle of permaculture, "Apply Self-Regulation and Accept Feedback," emphasises the importance of creating systems that are self-sustaining and adaptable. This principle extends beyond managing gardens and ecosystems to include personal habits and our how we design our lifestyles.
Key Points:
Self-Regulation: Design systems that maintain balance and productivity with minimal external input.
Feedback: Observe and adapt practices based on environmental changes and personal needs.
By applying these principles, we can create more resilient and sustainable systems that benefit both ourselves and the environment.
2024-07-2910 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 49- Episode 49- Honey Bee Farmstead I Mel Hughes I Homesteading I Animals I CommunityIn this episode we're thrilled to chat to Mel from Honey Bee Farmstead. Mel, along with her husband and kids, have created an enriching and sustainable lifestyle on their 120-acre property in the Western Australian Wheatbelt.
Drawing from their farming backgrounds, they are incorporating permaculture principles to care for their family, community, land and animals with the aim to be mostly off-grid self-sufficient.
Mel's passion for Jersey cows has inspired her to start a unique breeding program, bringing old-school Jersey genetics to homesteaders seeking the perfect milk cow.
Join us as Mel shares her...
2024-07-251h 01Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 48- Obtain a Yield I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini EpisodeThis season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 3- Obtain a Yield
2024-07-2207 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 47- Village Reconnected I Ash & Nige I Homeschooling I Permaculture inspired I Project based learningThis week we chat to Ash and Nige from the Village Reconnected. Village Reconnected is a Permaculture inspired online curriculum and community for primary aged outdoor learners and their families. Where project based learning and likeminded community meets an innate curiosity for the natural world.
It was such an inspiring chat, we talk about their journey to where they are and also chat about the school system and homeschool system. We delve into why community is so important and the benefit of learning from those who came before us.
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2024-07-181h 06Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 46- Catch & Store Engery I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode
Hi it's Jo, In this episode, I discusses the principle of Catch and Store Energy.
By capturing energy when it’s abundant—like sunlight, water, and wind—and storing it for later use, we reduce dependence on non-renewable sources and ensure a steady supply of resources. Practical examples include solar panels, rainwater harvesting, composting, greenhouses, biogas digesters, thermal mass, and DIY solar ovens. These methods build resilience into our systems, making them less vulnerable to challenges like droughts and energy shortages.
I share simple steps to get started and encourages us all to think creatively about energy source...
2024-07-1510 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 45 Eleanor (Elle) Jenkins I Australian Medicinal Herbs I Locally grown I Health focus
This week we chat to Elle from Australian Medicinal Herbs (AMH). Elle has an amazing story, starting her carer as a busy cop in Sydney, experiencing PTSD and then following little clues to find gardening and permaculture.
She launched Australian Medicinal Herbs after finding most herbal medicinal teas where produced overseas, which is crazy since she lives in prime growing region of Australia. Her business is a paddock to packet, local business, founded on permaculture ethics. She saw first hand the power of herbs by using them and also giving them to...
2024-07-111h 00Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 44- Observe & Interact I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini EpisodeThis season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 1 - Observe and Interact.
2024-07-0812 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 43- Winter gardens I General catch up I Winter jobs IWe are back after our two week break and launching into season 3! We have some super interesting guests this season. Looking forward to sharing all their stories with you all.
We start off the season in this episode chatting about "Winter". What does winter look like where we live, what our winter plans are, winter projects at our places and what you can think about during this season of the year.
As always we would love if you could subscribe to our Podcast to get us in more ears...
2024-07-0448 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingBONUS EP- Seed Collection interviews AlysseWhile we are on our two week break we thought we would share a BONUS Ep from fellow podcasters 'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd. They chat to Alysse about her new farm set up and her journey to finding a plot of land.
Have you ever dreamed of transforming a simple plot of land into a thriving, self-sufficient homestead? Our latest conversation with Alysse from One Fine Farm is an intimate look into the realities of permaculture living, where she shares her family's journey in northern New South...
2024-06-2745 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 42 Corinne Mossati I Cocktail Gardens I Shrubs & Botanical SodasWhat an epic job title… Drinks writer, author, cocktail gardener, founder editor or gormantic gardener! Does anyone else want Corinne’s job?
Join us for our Season finale! We get celebratory and talk to Corinne about cocktails, shrubs & sodas!
Listen to Corinne's story, a self confessed “black thumb” that killed everything in her urban courtyard (including mint!) who saved a chilli plant and became inspired to start her gardening journey.
If you ever wondered how you can turn your zucchini into a delicious drink or how to elevate your cocktails then tune in people! This episode is for you!!
To find...
2024-06-201h 08Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 41 Homesteading Mini Series I Long term food storage I Planning to be self sufficientAs part of a homestead, lots of people want to be as self sufficient as possible with their food. But how do we do this? Great planning needs to be taken with how to not only preserve food but also to store it long term.
For food preserving listen to episode 11 (link below)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBc_ZzCovYU&t=920s
We hope you get some ideas for your kitchen, and if you have any more ideas please add them in the comments below.
2024-06-1708 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 40 - World Localisation Day with Anthea Power
In this fun and enlightening episode, join Alysse and Jo as they chat with Anthea Power from Maplewood Permaculture about the inspiring World Localisation Day! Celebrated for the first time on June 21st, 2023, this day shines a light on the importance of building robust local systems that can withstand global disruptions like those highlighted by recent pandemics. Anthea shares her passion for rekindling community connections and fortifying local economies, crucial steps towards enhancing both ecological and social well-being.
Anthea shares what localisation can look like: think shorter distances for your food to travel from farm...
2024-06-131h 02Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp #39 Homesteading Mini I Sourdough I Starter I leavenedSourdough's global journey has seen it become a beloved addition to diets and café menus worldwide, renowned for its delicious flavour and health benefits.
We explore what makes sourdough unique—its natural leavening process using a fermented mixture of flour and water known as a 'starter'.
This natural fermentation process, free from commercial yeast and additives, is what sets sourdough apart as a healthier alternative to supermarket bread.
We also break down the basic ingredients required for making sourdough: high-protein bread flour, water, salt, and of course, the all-important sourdough sta...
2024-06-1010 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp # 38- Ernie Harbott I Soil and Compost I Self confessed Enviro Nerd ICome nerd out with us as we chat compost and soil with Ernie Harbott, self confessed environmental nerd. She has a PhD in biogeochemistry, is a teacher, life long learner and absolute compost freak.
A self taught soil ecologist & master composter, she is studying at soil food web school under Dr. Elaine Ingham to refine her microscopy skills for soil/compost. Passionate regen educator and advocate she firmly believes everyone can make a difference through soil regeneration.
Join our chat as we talk about "Soil Sisters Singleton", starting community...
2024-06-0657 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp#37 Homesteading Mini I Planning for maximum food production and high yieldsAs part of a homestead, lots of people want to be as self sufficient as possible with their food. But how do we do this? This episode explores how to plan for MAX food production and high yields.
For food preserving listen to episode 11 (link below)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBc_ZzCovYU&t=920s
We hope you get some ideas for your patch, and if you have any more ideas please add them in the comments below.
2024-06-0310 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 36- Planning for your why (Vision statement) and considering permaculture "zones"This week we chat about our personal vision statements and our WHY's. This is so important because we (and who we live with) are the core of our homestead or property - This is our Zone 00 and Zone 0. We chat further about what "zones" are and why they are so important. What is your vision and do you come back to it when planning? Have you considered your zones within your land and beyond?
2024-05-3046 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp#35 Homesteading Mini Series I Do you need land to homestead? I Self Sufficiency I Home Made
Love the idea of homesteading but think you need land? This mini episode Jo shares what homesteading might look like for different situations and locations.
Links mentioned in the episode:
Australians Homesteaders COMMUNITY https://www.facebook.com/groups/3396689447236043.
This is created and managed by Amanda Perris from Rockpile Off-Grid Homestead https://www.facebook.com/rockpilehomestead.
Its a no nonsense and very supporting group. One of the best in the world of socials.
Find us hanging out in the Practical Permaculture Community Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/349282787464711
or on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/practical_permaculture/
2024-05-2709 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 34 Site Sector Analysis with Will from Maplewood Permaculture I Why do it? What to include? What does it tell us?As always we give you an update on our gardens, up Alysse's way the rain has finally stoped and she is back in the garden. Meanwhile at Jo’s, the animals are the topic of conversation.
This week we have our first RETURN guest, the very knowledgeable Will from Maplewood Permaculture.
We chat about Site sector analysis. When to do it in the planning process, why it is necessary, what insight it gives us and more importantly what t include on a site sector Analysis.
Maple...
2024-05-231h 15Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 33- Homesteading Mini series Part 1: HerbalismHave you ever wondered about herbalism?
Have a listen to our little mini episode on herbalism, what it is all about, how to get started, types of herbal medicine (teas, tinctures, slaves, balms and beyond!).
Plus look at Australian Medicinal Herbs website for a FREE download.
https://australianmedicinalherbs.com.au/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw9IayBhBJEiwAVuc3fsOsnYsDWqdd3-s6H_QXiOcld2F7r9rVt5sVevpLn2OWJOCMs7H5gxoCbYEQAvD_BwE
Join us on Practical Permaculture Community or Australian Homesteader Community on FB
2024-05-2008 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 32 Amanda Perris I Rockpile Off-grid Homestead I Australian Homesteader Community I WA farmThis week we chat to Amanda from Rockpile Off-grid Homestead YouTube Chanel and also Australian Homesteader Community Facebook page. Listen to her story starting as a tradie then transitioning to working from home and being on the land.
She is a wealth of knowledge on all things homesteading and we have enjoyed watching her property develop and grow through her channel.
Links mentioned:
Australian Homesteaders Community FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/australianhomesteaders
Rockpile Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@ROCKPILEOffgridHomestead
2024-05-151h 15Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 31 - Going Plastic FREE this JulyJoin us this week to start thinking about plastic free July. Alysse gives 10 of her tips and simple swaps for you to consider implementing this July (and into the future!)
We would love to hear any of your swaps or tips for plastic free July too. Shoot us a comment or join our Facebook page the Practical Permaculture community to chat more.
Online Bulk food:
https://wildandwastefree.net/collections
2024-05-1310 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 30 Lachie Tree Frog Permaculture I Social Permaculture I Urban Garden IThis week we chat to Lachie from Tree frog Permaculture. He was such joy and happy dude. We talked about what he does, how he came to be in his line of work, his passion for his garden is infectious! We talk city gardens and his dreams for urban shared garden space in Newcastle (NSW).
A fun, light hearted chat join us as we have a yarn with Lachie.
2024-05-0958 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 29 Cheap, Easy & Simple Water SolutionsWater harvesting is soooo simple anyone can do it and it's not just for those with land. Join Jo this week as she shares a few very simple ways of harvesting water for the garden or for other uses.
2024-05-0717 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 28- Hannah Moloney I Good Life I Activism I CommunityJoin us for a chat on Practical Permaculture Podcast with the amazing Hannah Molony (ABC presenter, Author and epic gardener), where we break down permaculture beyond just gardening and dive into its holistic lifestyle vibes.
From redefining activism as caring, to exploring indigenous wisdom and community bonds. We chat about her cool new projects the Flower Power Project.
Hannah also spills the beans on teaching permaculture, empowering individuals, and embracing authenticity.
We love her final advice about "putting the edge effect in the middle" and being your...
2024-05-0240 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 27 HOT Compost: Greens vs BrownsComposting got you confused? Funky mix going on? Not sure what is nitrogen or what is carbon?
Listen to this mini episode on HOT composting for more info. We also talk about resources you can access to improve your compost.
2024-04-2908 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 26 Huw Richards I Permaculture I food forest I Welsh GardenWhat an episode...! This week we chat with Huw Richards. And it was a jam packed episode. We talk about self sufficiency (his garden project and related book), working with nature, balancing harvests, preserving, creating soil/compost, embracing minimal disturbance gardening and of course permaculture's roll in Huw's garden. We hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as we enjoyed recording it. We would love if you enjoyed this episode to share it with a friend. You never know what they may get out of it. Thanks for listening.
2024-04-251h 05Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp #25 Is permaculture expensive?Is permaculture expensive? This is something of a misnomer. Many people think that it’s a tool or a method of growing food that has banana circles, mandala gardens and other trendy things.
Permaculture is a design framework (initially for agriculture, but is now for much more) that aims to build resilient living systems in step with the nature that supports the production of nutritious food, renewable resources and resilient communities while also aiming to make a positive impact, leaving behind better than what we started with.
Permaculture can be as expensive or inexpensive as you...
2024-04-2210 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 24 Chickens 101 - Ultimate homesteading animalYou know those books "Internet for dummies" well this episode is like that, but for chickens!
Alysse knows very little about chickens but wants to have them on her property. So Jo gives here the beginner basics to get her started on her chicken rearing journey.
Join us as Alysse learns about chicken needs, behaviours, illness and more.
2024-04-1853 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp #23 Mini Episode Indigenous Calendars
We are exploring indigenous calendars of our local areas and how this can help us to connect with the land we live on fostering a better understanding of the local environment and how we can work with it on a deeper level.
Links to resources
https://research.csiro.au/dsp/indigenous-seasonal-calendars-enabling-indigenous-knowledge-through-a-dynamic-and-engaging-tool/
https://nesplandscapes.edu.au/2018/04/05/seasonal-calendar-featured-at-international-plenary/
2024-04-1511 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp# 22 - Meg McGowan aka PermacoachWhat an episode with Meg! over 2 hours of chattering.
We talk:
How permaculture was related to Megs prior job in the policy force?
Sustainability and self sufficiency- is it realistic
How Meg re-designed police policy to help stop corruption.
What is permacoach?
What’s Megs approach to aging in respect to her garden?
Social permaculture
Produce share
Culture and community concepts - living with mindset of abundance and generosity
Growing your own vs farmer markets environmental impact of sharing
So much info and so many gems. Meg is such an interesting person and we hop...
2024-04-111h 56Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp #21 Making Plants from PlantsThis is the 3rd in our mini episode.
We run through a number of ways to create more plants from the plant you (or others) have. Great way to save money and get things growing fast.
2024-04-0910 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp #20 Lee from Urban Veggie PatchThis week we chat with Lee from Urban Veggie Patch. We have enviously eyed off her blooms online for years and now we get to chat to get and get all the tips and tricks. Lee tells us her top three flowers, talks about the best flowers to grow in winter, how she started Urban Veggie Patch (and UVPM) plus how gardening with a permaculture lens helped her garden.
Join us to chat more after the show on our Facebook group "Practical Permaculture Community".
To check out more from L...
2024-04-0458 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingEp #19 Garden Beds
This mini episode we explore ways to start a new garden bed.
These are low cost, simple solutions that will get you growing in no time.
2024-04-0210 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#18 Paul West - Getting our 'Grow it Local' onJoin us as we chat to Paul West. You may know Paul west from River Cottage Australia, his cook books or maybe his newest venture "Grow It local".
We had a ball chatting with Paul, reminiscing on his time in Newy (Newcastle) and also small country Australian towns. We chat about how he first came to learn about permaculture, his PDC, how Grow it local came to be, what TED talks had to do with it all and so much more.
Grow it local encourages people to grow and share food locally. Grow it local's member have now recorded 1 286 244...
2024-03-2956 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#17 Mini Episode Seed SavingThis season we are bring you mini episodes each week. These are designed to be under 10 mins of fast practical information you can use in your Permaculture Journey. They are not comprehensive so do your own research.
Week number #1 is Seed Saving. A few ideas for keeping your seeds in tip top condition.
2024-03-2610 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#16 Our Autumn Gardens
AND we are back from our two-week break. Season two starts off with us chatting about our Autumn Gardens (and winter garden prep!). We talk about how we are prepping our spaces by creating compost, replenishing soil, seed saving (*cough* buying), building raised bed, gardening to the indigenous calendars as well as how we documenting and reflect on our gardens.
Resources mentioned:
• Australian Native Bee co. https://www.australiannativebeeco.com
• The Seed Collection – What to sow https://www.theseedcollection.com.au/sownow
• Diggers club https://www.diggers.com.au
• Diggers journal https://www.diggers.com.au/products/diggers-3-year-garden-journal
• UVP Garden P...
2024-03-221h 02Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#15 Season FinaleIn the words of bugs bunny... That's all folks! What a whirl wind into the world of podcasting.
A BIG thanks to all our guests who selflessly gave up their time to come and speak with us.
We have learnt so much from you. And we are so grateful. You have all supported us and encouraged us. It means the world.
And a HUGE thanks to our listeners. It's weird chatting and sending it out to the world. But when we get lovely comments, messages and interactions with our listeners- it gives us the warm an...
2024-02-2926 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#14 Green Thumb Guru - Chris ArnoldChris Arnold aka The Green Thumb Guru speaks with Alysse about how he went from starting a small garden and self educating himself about Permaculture to filling up his 300sqm block, taking over the verge, engaging with his community and how it was time to spread his wings and grow. He and his family are now a year into being on 16 acres in the Manning Valley on the lands of the Biripi people. Chris is open about his experience and shares the good and the challenges along the way including the issues he faced scaling up.
Grab t...
2024-02-2248 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#13 Fair ShareWhat is fair share?
Fair share is about "setting limits on our consumption, as well as creating and re-distributing a surplus". But the definition of faire share has changed over time. And what does this look like in a PRACTICAL sense?
We chat about how we do fair share day to day as well as what it can look like in a more boarder sense and touch on global/political fair share.
We hope you enjoy!
2024-02-161h 21Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#12 Tierra “Earth” Projects with Kyle TaylorKyle makes some time for a chat with us about Urban Permaculture and Landscaping. Kyle has a business called Tierra Projects based in Northern Sydney NSW Australia. He has big plans for growing his new business to include building construction and more eco landscaping practices. Have a listen and let us know what you think!
Tierra projects https://tierraprojects.com.au https://www.instagram.com/tierra.projects
https://permaculturesydneyinstitute.org
Addi project - https://addiroad.org.au
Reverse garbage- https://www.instagram.com/reversegarbage/?hl=en OR https://reversegarbage.org.au
2024-02-0842 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#11 How to manage your summer glutYep it't that time of the year. Zucchini's are seemly growing a centimetre per minute. You have successfully grown an abundance of vegetables.
Now what? There are so many you can't possibly eat them all, or even give them away fast enough. This our friends is the Summer veggie Glut. It happens to even the best garden planner.
But the question is what to do with it all? Here is our take on how to minimise the glut (waste) and eat/preserve your produce in various ways to make the most of the glut. Enjoy!
2024-02-0145 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#10 Native Stingless Bees with Steve MaginnityEver wondered about Native bees? Well this week we dive into Native Bees with Steve an expert in the field.
He tells us about Native Stingless Bees, what they need, how to care for them, why he loves them and so much more.
We were surprised to know they seemed so much easier than European honey bees to keep and we are both going to be buying hives in the near future.
Spoiler alert!! Jo did the course she bought for her husband. (Not what I planned but life changed and I couldn't...
2024-01-2548 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#9 Ethics - People CareThis week we chat about People Care. Looking after self, kin and community. If people’s needs are met in compassionate and simple ways, the environment surrounding them will prosper.
We talk about "what is zone 00", how to care for yourself, how to look after your family unit and how looking after the wider community fits into Permaculture Ethics.
2024-01-1833 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#8 The Pickled Patch - Grow your own MushroomsWe had such a wonderful conversation talking mushrooms with Kellie from the Pickled Patch.
We learnt that mushrooms are far easier to grow than we thought.
We had a lot of laughs and learnt tons during our interview. We hope you do too.
Enjoy.
https://www.thepickledpatch.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thepickledpatch/
https://m.facebook.com/p/The-Pickled-Patch-100066386297204/
2024-01-111h 10Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#7 Ethic - Earth CareThis week we take a look at what Earth care is about. The Earth is a living, breathing entity. Without ongoing care and nurturing there will be consequences too big to ignore. How can we care for the earth, soil and ecosystems to live this ethic daily?
Links for:
Zucchini recipe: https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/chocolate-zucchini-cake/
Coconut margarita recipe: https://www.foodiecrush.com/the-best-coconut-margarita-recipe/
Earth care website: https://permacultureprinciples.com/ethics/earth-care/
FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/349282787464711/
Permaculture Principles: https://permacultureprinciples.com
Essence of permaculture booklet: https://au.permacultureprinciples.com/product/essence-of-permaculture/#:~:text=Description,co%2Doriginator%2C%20David%20...
2024-01-0432 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#6 Limestone PermacultureWe are SUPER excited to bring you this chat as Brett is the whole reason we are here right now. Through his course we met, connected and decided to start this podcast.
Brett's course brought out our passions and kindled our passion for Permaculture. He opened our eye's up to what Permaculture is (not just gardening!). In this episode we talk about Brett's journey into Permaculture and a Permaculture centred business.
We also talk about Jo and Brett's love for Turkeys, pitfalls of being a 'purist', our favourite books, resources we love, plus so much...
2023-12-281h 12Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#5 Maplewood Permaculture with Anthea & WillThis is honestly the hardest show to name and have show notes for because we covered so damn much in this chat.
In this is a whopper of an episode we touch on transitioning from traditional work to relying on your business, people claiming “that’s not permaculture”, PDC and teacher training, Permaculture at the Pub, social permaculture, looking outside permaculture for inspiration, motherhood and permaculture, education and courses plus so much more.
Maplewood Permaculture details
Maplewood Permaculture: https://www.maplewoodpermaculture.com
https://www.instagram.com/maplewoodpermaculturefarm/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZhzSQ1atR4cbp5hyMYf39Q
Permaculture at the pu...
2023-12-221h 43Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#4 Urban Hum & Tiny ForestsImagine your whole business being shut down overnight. That's what happened to Kelly and Anna from Urban Hum. Listen to how they shifted their focus, what Permaculture has given them. They are now looking into workshops and education alongside their Urban Tiny Forest. Have a listen and don't forget to subscribe.
Resources Mentioned: Urban hum: https://www.urbanhum.com
Tiny Forest: https://earthwatch.org.au/programs/tiny-forests A
kira Miyawaki method: https://urban-forests.com/miyawaki-method/
Newspaper article: https://newcastleweekly.com.au/cardiff-heights-urban-hum-tiny-forest-gets-growing/
Education/workshops: https://www.facebook...
2023-12-1457 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#3 A Very Permie ChristmasThis week we delve into what a Permaculture Christmas may look like. Alysse and Jo share their top tips on how to be more eco and intentional about the things we buy, consume and plan for the silly season.
Resources Mentioned: Oxfam Goat gift: https://www.oxfam.org.au/oxfam-shop
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/349282787464711
2023-12-071h 06Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#2 Our Permie LensThis week is just you and us having a chat. We are talking about what permaculture is for us and how our our understanding of it all is changing and developing as we apply the ethics and principles to our lives, homes and gardens.
Warning and disclaimer: If you are a permie purest this episode will make you cringe. We are not here to educate.... what we want is to inspire you to follow your path into permaculture, what ever that looks like. We are just here to create space for super cool conversations to start.
2023-12-0451 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional LivingGiveaway!!!!!! Draw Christmas Eve 2023To celebrate the launch of the pod we decided that we wanted to share some love by giving away some amazing packs.
To enter the draw just do one or all of the following:
Like our FB page@practicalpermaculture = 1 entry
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Joining
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Prizes :
#1. 2xTix for Farm Tour of Limestone Permaculture in Stroud Road NSW in February. https://www.limestonepermaculture.com/
#2. 1x Rosemary Morrow's book Earth Restorer's Guide to...
2023-12-0304 minPractical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living#1 HELLO! Welcome to Practical Permaculture
This is our very first episode!! EEEK. We couldn't be more excited to be here. In this episode we want to share with you who we are, how we met and why we are here.
We hope you enjoy listening to 2 friends gab on about permaculture. Follow us on Insta @practicalpermaculture Find Alysse @onefinevan
See Jo @sohfarmlet
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