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Growing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for December - there is loads to do!Send us a textThis week, Andy talks about jobs that you can and definitely SHOULD complete in the December garden. The build up to Christmas is a really special, magical time but it all provides an opportunity for chill out and recharge in the garden. Grab yourself a mince pie, a Christmas jumper and a trowel and embrace December gardening.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the qu...
2025-12-0135 minGrowing Up PodcastHow to grow Garlic and make Poinsettias last beyond ChristmasSend us a textJoin us as Andy discusses how you can plant garlic successfully to ensure the best harvest possible next year and Kate details her mission to ensure that Christmas Poinsettias last beyond the festive period!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase...
2025-11-2438 min
The Professional NoticerImprobable Mentors and Happy Tangents with Michael PerryOn this week's episode of The Professional Noticer, Andy welcomes back Michael Perry—New York Times bestselling author and humorist whose wit, warmth, and everyday wisdom make him a listener favorite. Tune in to hear Michael share the story behind his newest book, Improbable Mentors & Happy Tangents—a witty, heartfelt collection born from a fishing trip gone sideways and a conversation that lasted four unforgettable hours. Listen as Andy and Michael trade stories about creativity, resilience, and the surprising ways ordinary people become our greatest teachers, reminding us that wisdom often hides in the most unexpected places.
2025-11-101h 01Growing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for November - this is a surprisingly busy month in the garden!Send us a textJoin us as we discuss the jobs you should be doing in your November garden. Grab yourself a drink and join Andy and Kate for November gardening chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to reach out t...
2025-11-0237 minGrowing Up PodcastThe Harvest Festival: we review our year so far.Send us a textIn this episode, we look back to the episodes we recorded back in January 2025, in which Andy and Kate both boldly made New Year's growing resolutions and sat down together with a cup of tea to plan the season ahead.Nine months later, in this week's episode, we listen back to our plans and ask how many of our resolutions came true this year so far.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a...
2025-09-2948 minGrowing Up PodcastStarting a business in horticulture: the harsh realities behind the best job in the world.Send us a textIn this episode we chat and share our honest tips and advice for anyone who is thinking of starting a business in horticulture. We don't sugarcoat this and talk really honestly about the realities of this idea.Andy often receives messages asking for advice about starting a business within the horticulture sector, so many messages that it is impossible to respond to all of them. In this episode, we try to answer the questions that we think its important to ask.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by th...
2025-09-2251 minGrowing Up PodcastEmbracing an autumnal gardening mindset.....Send us a textThis week, Andy attempts to convince you to join him in adopting an autumnal gardening mindset, of embracing the deceleration of growth and actually embarking on some gardening adventures this autumn.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate...
2025-09-1539 minGrowing Up PodcastAndy's Story 2.0Send us a textWhen we began our podcast in Autumn 2023, we were both in a very different place, both professionally and personally. We wanted to re-introduce ourselves at the beginning of our third season. You are going to be listening to our voices a lot over the next year as we bring you monthly gardening advice and some amazing guests and we wanted to take this opportunity to re-introduce ourselves to you.Here is Andy's story 2.0. He talks about the journey to running a horticultural business and the changes that he wou...
2025-08-1144 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for AugustSend us a textJoin us as we discuss the gardening jobs you can be busy doing in the month of August, as you juggle childcare, warm weather, mildew and Andy's singing halfway through this episode.Enjoy.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice...
2025-08-0440 minGrowing Up PodcastGrowing Up Podcast Season THREE Starts Here.Send us a textJoin us as we mark the beginning of the third season of the Growing Up Podcast. We look back at the incredible support that we've received for this slightly irreverent gardening chat and look forward to what we have lined up for you in season three.Oh, Andy also asks Kate what she would buy from the Garden Centre with one million pounds to spend. Serious gardening journalism at it's finest.Thank you so much for listening guys.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sp...
2025-07-2837 minGrowing Up PodcastThe Second Herb SeasonSend us a textAndy has been so excited to record this episode. For a number of years we have become aware of the phenomenon of the 'second herb season' a time from mid to late summer when herbs once again become front and centre - filling gaps in our growing spaces and offering hardy alternative planting options as we begin to plan towards colder weather.What is the second herb season? And why does it matter?Enjoy this episode, guys.The Growing Up Podcast...
2025-07-1440 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for JulySend us a textJuly is a firework display in the garden, it's beautiful chaos in which the energy of growth is so beautiful, obvious and frenetic. But amidst the joyful chaos of July there are so many jobs that you can do to really enhance your growth during the month of July and beyond.Join Andy and Kate for a fun, chilled-out chat about the July garden, slugs the size of cats, the joy of dead-heading and a little Jane Austen.Enjoy.The Growing Up Podcast is p...
2025-07-0746 minGrowing Up PodcastHeatwave gardening.....Send us a textIn this episode, you find Andy and Kate dealing with the realities of growing in a heatwave. We took shelter in the podcast studio to share some heatwave gardening tips, to share the reality of working outside during high temperatures.But perhaps more importantly, we look forward to the second half of 2025.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that F...
2025-06-3033 min
The Pop ReportTyler Perry Sued for $260M, Katy Perry & Orlando Bloom Breakup Rumors, & Inside World Pride in DC!Tyler Perry faces new allegations from an actor of the set of The Oval! Plus, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom fuel break-up rumors after their 6 year engagement, Traitors US announce cast members for Season 4, and Hugh Jackman confirms romans with Sutton Foster. Plus, Andy takes us inside World Pride in DC and behind the scenes of the Squid Games press junket. Hosted and Produced by Zack Peter and Andy Lalwani
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2025-06-1857 minGrowing Up PodcastWe answer YOUR questions.Send us a textWhy can't we just grow English Mint? Why shouldn't you plant mint plants together and why doesn't Andy talk about his front garden food growing project any more? We answer all of YOUR questions. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase pl...
2025-06-0945 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for JuneSend us a textIn a surprisingly 'horticultural' episode Andy and Kate talk through the most important gardening jobs for June, in the flower garden, kitchen garden and in the greenhouse.Enjoy this episode and enjoy June guys.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest...
2025-06-0244 minGrowing Up PodcastHorticulture is hard and the weirdness of spring.Send us a textThis week Andy and Kate chat about the hard realities but inspirational pay off of working in production horticulture and the inherent strangeness of the acceleration of growth in spring.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to...
2025-05-1943 minGrowing Up PodcastGo Sow May: Just keep sowing, just keep sowing.Send us a textWe chat about just how important it is to keep sowing seeds during the month of May, what we are most excited about sowing in our own growing spaces and how Andy sometimes gives the impression he doesn't want to make money from selling herb plants.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your...
2025-05-1234 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for MaySend us a textWe have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of May, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work!Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of May.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits...
2025-05-0640 min
Inform PerformanceSports Performance Leadership: Perry Stewart - From the Pitch to the Plan: Perry Stewart on Leading Beyond the SidelinesEpisode 186: In this episode of the Sports Performance Leadership Podcast, hosted by Pete McKnight, we speak with Perry Stewart, Head of Academy Performance at Arsenal Football Club, and a highly respected leader in elite sport. With over a decade of experience across high-performance environments, Perry brings a unique blend of practical coaching expertise, strategic leadership, and a deep focus on developing high-trust, high-performing teams.
Perry holds an MSc in Strength & Conditioning, is pursuing a PhD at Loughborough University focusing on performance support teams, and is accredited by both the UKSCA and BASES. He was also named UKSCA...
2025-05-0555 minGrowing Up PodcastViking GardeningSend us a textIn this episode, we travel back in time to talk about the gardening and growing adventures of the Vikings. The Viking era was a fascinating one and Andy really wanted to talk about what the Vikings grew, how growing informed and changed their society but most importantly - asking what did the Vikings eat to make them so crazy when they went into battle. Grab a cup of mead and jump on board the long boat. We are sailing towards the Viking Era.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sp...
2025-04-2239 min
Divine Fingerprints PodcastPerry Floyd: Chaplain's ConsiderationsPerry Floyd originally planned to attend the US Air Force Academy, but God had other plans. He has been a pastor and a chaplain for a high school in Albuquerque now for many years, working with students and people of all ages. In those years, Perry has become a mentor to hundreds, if not thousands, of students and attendees of his church. That includes me! His new book, Consider This, condenses a lifetime of Christian wisdom into devotional-sized portions with a dose of humor and lots of perspective. Connect...
2025-04-1425 minGrowing Up PodcastChilli Growing 101Send us a textIn this episode, we deep dive into the world of chilli growing. This is one of Andy's passions and he was so excited to record this episode and ALSO to talk Kate into participating in a chilli growing competition. May the best grower win.We talk about the benefits of growing chillies, the best time to sow seeds, our top tips for germination and successful growth and much more.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of g...
2025-01-2743 minGrowing Up PodcastPlanning the 2025 Growing SeasonSend us a textProudly armed with their New Year Growing Resolutions, Andy and Kate sit down and plan out their 2025 growing season. If our 2024 planning season episode is anything to go by, we wouldn't bet good money on solid plans emerging from this episode. So grab a drink and join us as we dream, laugh and plan for the 2025 gardening season.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products th...
2025-01-2051 minGrowing Up PodcastAfter the storm.....Send us a textAndy and Kate sit down with hot chocolates and chat about the storm that's just affected the UK, the importance of community, growing luxury value crops and why it's so important to get outside when you can do so.....The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest...
2024-12-0939 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening for December - practical jobs that you can do during the month of December in a changing climate.Send us a textIn this episode Andy talks to Dan, Head Gardener of Winterbourne House and Gardens about the idea of gardening FOR the month of December, practical jobs to complete during December and how this seems increasingly tricky in a changing climate.There is so much that you can do to bring seasonality into your December garden and it was so much fun to chat to Dan about the options we all have.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the...
2024-12-021h 00Growing Up PodcastCaring for the herbs in your winter herb garden.Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about our specialist subject - growing herbs! Andy and Kater discuss how you can get the most out of your herb garden during the coldest months of the year. Do herbs need protection from the cold? Do they need any special care? Listen to this episode and find out.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Chec...
2024-11-2543 minGrowing Up PodcastBulb Growing 101Send us a textKate is embarking on her first season of growing bulbs and shares everything she has learned about bulb growing so far with Andy and any other first-time bulb planters out there! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would like honest advice before making your purchase please don't hesitate to...
2024-11-1139 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for November - this is a surprisingly busy month in the garden!Send us a textThis week Andy and Kate chat about gardening jobs that you will have so much fun completing during the month of November. November is a deceptive month in which you can sow a surprising range of crops but also take steps to boost your productivity for the months ahead. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Ch...
2024-11-0438 minGrowing Up PodcastIs 'profit' a dirty word in horticulture?Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate discuss why there seems to be such a tension within horticulture and the gardening industry as a whole about making profit from growing. So many of us grow as a hobby that delights, excites and recarges, but we absolutely need profit making businesses within horticulture if our industry has a future.Equally in the current economic climate in which the cost of living is so high, we should absolutely be talking about the cost benefits of growing your own.Grab a drink, sit ba...
2024-10-2848 min
The Optimal Alpha Podcast: Fitness, Fat Loss and MENtorship for the Modern ManPerry’s Strength Journey: Bench Pressing 3 Plates at 61 - Ep 118✨ Ready to transform your health and fitness? Click here to see how we can help:https://andynayloronlinecoaching.com/executivecoachingcallPrepare to be inspired! Meet Perry Churchill, a 61-year-old Senior Safety Engineer from California with a big goal: to build a physique like his father—a bodybuilder in the 60s—whom he met just five years ago. After trying multiple programs without success, Perry joined Naylor Body Design. With the guidance of his coach, he skyrocketed his bench press from 225 to 290 pounds in just 6 weeks!Think your best lifting days are behind you? Perry’s story will cha...
2024-10-2323 minGrowing Up PodcastWhy herbs? Where did you meet? Q&A - Andy answers YOUR questions.Send us a textA few weeks back we asked you to send in your questions for Andy - and in this episode, he answers as many questions as Kate can ask within 45 minutes. He didn't know which questions were coming!Really hope that you enjoy this chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your o...
2024-09-2349 minGrowing Up PodcastThe end of the season. Mental health and working in horticulture.Send us a textIt's the end of our busy season as Andy and Kate sit down in the studio this week. But we wanted to reframe the chat slightly and talk really honestly about the mental health cost of working in horticulture.We really hope that you enjoy this chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below...
2024-09-1645 minGrowing Up PodcastThe importance of soil health with Becky Searle @sow_much_moreSend us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate chat with Becky Searle @sow_much_more about the importance of soil health and the role that it plays in boosting productivity. Join us for a journey into soil health, no-dig gardening and the joy of rescue tortoises. Hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it. Leave us a review if you get chance, it would mean a lot to us.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the ben...
2024-08-2749 minGrowing Up PodcastCan you really sow seeds in August?Send us a textIn this episode Andy and Kate deep dive into varieties that you can sow and plant during the month of August. Taking advantage of the beautiful growing conditions, the warm soil temperatures and daylight to grow gorgeous flavours while also preparing for the colder months ahead.If you would like to hear a more general chat about gardening jobs for August, please listen to the previous episode. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits o...
2024-08-1935 min
The Professional NoticerCalluses, Careers, and Creative Sparks with Michael PerryJoin Andy on this week's episode of The Professional Noticer as he welcomes New York Times bestselling author Michael Perry back to the studio! Tune in to hear Andy and Michael discuss Michael's early love for reading and how a particular college course ignited his passion for writing, despite his initial (and continued) focus on a nursing career. Listen as they explore the impact of literary influences and the importance of perseverance through (sometimes comical) rejections. And finally, hear Michael share details about Forty Acres Deep, his most recent book, and the incredible inspiration behind its creation.
2024-08-0541 minGrowing Up PodcastMoving into a new garden - where to start?Send us a textIn this episode Andy, Kate and Sarah of @thenorthernhome_ chat about the challenges of moving into a new growing space. Sarah posted recently on Instagram about the challenges of starting again in a new space, being relatively new to gardening so we thought it would be fun to do a recorded "consultation" which turned into a fun chat about starting afresh in an established garden.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely b...
2024-08-0551 minGrowing Up PodcastBehind the scenes at Gardeners World LIVE. Horticulture is changing and we LOVE it.Send us a textThis week we take you behind the scenes to talk about our experiences behind the scenes working at BBC Gardeners World and Good Food Show last week. We discuss some of the amazing people who made the event so special and talk to Steph who created a simply magical show garden.We saw such positive things last week that we simply had to tell you about them in this episode.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits o...
2024-06-2442 minGrowing Up PodcastGrowing Tomatoes - top tips from Tomato RevolutionSend us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Lance, Tomato Growing expert who runs Tomato Revolution. Get ready for a very geeky, in-depth deep dive into growing your own Tomatoes.If you like growing your own, gardening and chilled-out podcast chat, the Growing Up Podcast is the place for you! The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Ch...
2024-06-1843 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for JuneSend us a textWe have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of June, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work! It gave us a great chance to shelter from the rain and warm up too!Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of June.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored b...
2024-06-1041 minGrowing Up PodcastThe reality of flower farming, floristry and the love of flowers.Send us a textIn this episode, we chat with Carole of Tuckshop Flowers - a small-scale florist and flower grower - who 10 years ago actually grew and designed the flowers for our wedding.This is a really interesting chat with someone who has genuinely built a long-lasting and flourishing business within the floristry sector with an infectious love of flowers.Enjoy the chat, everyone.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a...
2024-06-0448 minGrowing Up PodcastPolytunnel Growing 101Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about everything related to polytunnel growing. Andy is a self-confessed 'polytunnel geek' and was so excited to record this episode.We talk about choosing a type of polytunnel, where to put it and share our top polytunnel growing tips!Do you have any questions? Please feel free to message us on Instagram!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality o...
2024-05-2849 minGrowing Up PodcastEmergency Episode: Andy is going to be on TV!!Send us a textSo....we've been keeping a secret - a pretty big secret! On Saturday 25th May we will be appearing on James Martin's Saturday Morning on ITV, telling the story of our business as James Martin uses our herbs to cook some delicious dishes.We are super excited to finally be able to share this news! So who is going to be tuning in?The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel an...
2024-05-2407 minGrowing Up PodcastTeaching school kids to grow food within inner city Birmingham.Send us a textIn this quite emotional episode, Andy and Kate talk about their adventures teaching school kids how to grow food within inner city Birmingham. We explain why this is incredibly important and share the ups and downs of a first, very exciting year.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own t...
2024-05-2046 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for MaySend us a textWe have a big list of gardening jobs that need to be done during the month of May, but Andy and Kate decided to sit down, have a cup of tea and discuss them on this weeks' podcast episode before doing any of the hard work!Join us for this fun, light-hearted chat as we chat about the jobs to be done during the month of May.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in...
2024-05-1345 minGrowing Up PodcastSowing seeds in May? Come to the garden centre with us...Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate escape the recording studio and record undercover at a local garden centre. You can sow loads of exciting seeds in May and even if you are just starting out your gardening adventures this spring - you can absolutely join the growing party!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the li...
2024-05-0747 minGrowing Up PodcastPlanning Mum and Dad's GardenSend us a textAre you feeling a bit 'behind' in this very strange spring season that we are having here in the UK? You aren't alone, but it's important to remember that we are all in the same boat, which is just as well given the amount of rain we've had.In this week's episode, Andy's Mum and Dad join us in the studio as we plan a new garden for them, and reflect on the joys of clay soil, wild flowers and thyme lawns.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored b...
2024-04-2943 minGrowing Up PodcastWellbeing, mindfulness and the importance of taking time in your garden for yourself.Send us a textIn this week's episode, we chat with Kendall Marie Platt about the importance of taking time for yourself and prioritising self-care through gardening. We chat with Kendall about why this is so important and the work that she is doing to raise awareness about this increasingly important subject.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to ord...
2024-04-2249 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening through April showers - is anyone else feeling soggy?Send us a textWe've had a few April showers so far this month and we are feeling a little bit soggy! In this episode we talk about the realities of gardening during the month of April and share some tips about getting the most from your April garden.It's important to share a positive message that as gardeners, we all love to moan about the weather, but it really does keep our lives interesting doesn't it?This episode of the Growing Up Podcast is sponsored by the fabulous outdoor clothing brand R...
2024-04-1541 min
Michael Perry's Voice MailEpisode #207: Andy and AlabamaWelcome to Michael Perry’s Voice Mail, episode 207. This one’s available to free and paid subscribers alike. Click the player above to listen.In today’s episode I share the story of heading down to Alabama to tell stories and sign books in roadhouses and meet a friend I’d never met before. It all began thanks to a tornado and a guy who used to live under a bridge. And although we didn’t read Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea, we coulda, and probably even finished it during the three hours we found oursel...
2024-04-1410 min
The Professional NoticerMentors, Musings, and Word Choices with Michael PerryJoin Andy on this week's episode of The Professional Noticer as he welcomes New York Times bestselling author Michael Perry to the studio. Tune in to hear Andy and Michael discuss all things writing! Hear Michael's reflections on his writing journey, offering valuable insights into his creative process. Listen to them explore topics like editing mishaps that have shaped their growth, the pivotal role of mentors, the delicate balance between following advice and trusting one's instincts – and MUCH, MUCH more! Connect with Michael Online: Website: https://sneezingcow.com Michael Perry's Voice Mail: https://michaelperry.su...
2024-04-091h 12Growing Up PodcastBringing wildlife into your growing space.Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss how you can bring wildlife into your growing space, boost your local environment and eco system and also boost productivity.We discuss the perils of working with frogs and every gardeners favourite topic: slugs.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out the link below to order your own tunnel. If you would...
2024-04-0839 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for April - SUCH an exciting month in the growing space.Send us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Ed from Roots Allotments to chat through essential gardening jobs for the month of April. Some of you will just be getting started in the garden whereas others will have windowsills absolutely filled with seedlings. Either way, we have you covered in this week's episode!The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that First Tunnels supply. Check out th...
2024-04-0144 minGrowing Up PodcastLeaving corporate world to grow plants, one year on does Kate have any regrets?Send us a textAlmost exactly a year ago, Kate formally came to work full-time at Urban Herbs, growing, selling and promoting herb plants as a full-time job. She left behind a full-time job in event management and so this shift represented a dramatic change.One year later Kate answers the questions that you have sent in to ask her about her dramatic career change. This turned into a really honest chat about the rollercoaster year that we have had and we hope that it represents a hopeful message to many of you ou...
2024-03-2550 minGrowing Up PodcastMedieval gardening - we travel back in time.Send us a textIn this episode, we travel back in time, to a world that didn't have easy access to medicine or reliable food supplies. We discuss a world in which gardens were vitally important and provide a really interesting insight into the medieval world. Andy was once a history student and this episode of the Growing Up Podcast might just be his favourite yet.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in...
2024-03-1841 minGrowing Up PodcastGet ready for the acceleration of growthSend us a textGardening here in the UK the pace of growth changes radically throughout the year. It's something that we are gardeners totally accept but we rarely hear it talked about. So in this episode, we chat about the 'acceleration of growth' and how you can prepare for it.The season is really getting started now and we hope you enjoy this chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in t...
2024-03-1140 minGrowing Up PodcastHerbs to plant in early Spring.Send us a textIn this episode, we deep dive into the many beautiful varieties of herbs that are perfect for planting now in the early spring period. We share growing tips for how you can get the most from your herb garden during the spring period. But most importantly we chat and share our genuine joy of growing these amazing varieties.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products th...
2024-03-0447 minGrowing Up PodcastRoots Allotments: A new way of doing allotmentsSend us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Ed from Roots Allotments as we share our love of allotment growing, the magic of community growing spirit, and the truly exciting work that is happening at Roots Allotments.The energy that Ed brings to this episode is truly infectious as we share the simple joy of growing and the manifold benefits that this act brings.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely...
2024-02-2659 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening and Lockdown - a Spring like no other.Send us a textIn this episode of the Growing Up Podcast, we tell the story of the Spring of 2020, a season that turned into a spring like no other. For so many of us our gardens became refuges during the long months of lockdowns as more experienced gardeners shared their knowledge on social media and others rediscovered the simple joy of growing things.In this episode, we read some of your stories from the lockdown spring and reflect just how important gardening was to so many of us during this time.The G...
2024-02-1947 minGrowing Up PodcastLet's go to the Farmers Market!Send us a textIn this episode we talk about our love of Farmers Markets, what they are, why they matter, and how important they have been to our story. Join us for this nostalgic journey into a world of artisan bread, cheese, plants, and food ethics. Is there a farmers market near you? Let us know what you think of them.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely be...
2024-02-1245 minGrowing Up PodcastGardening Jobs for February - what a strange gardening month.Send us a textIn this episode we talk all things February, it's such a strange month in the garden and so we chat to Shannon, a friend of the show and Diary of a Lady Gardener on Instagram about essential gardening jobs for February.This can often be the coldest month of the year, but also a month that brings blue skies, sunshine and SO much hope.Really hope that you enjoy the chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers i...
2024-02-0558 minGrowing Up PodcastFebruary: Friend or Foe. We talk about gardening jobs for February.Here in the UK February can be a strange month. It can be the coldest month of the winter while also producing beautiful blue skies and hints of the spring to follow.In this episode, we talk to Shannon (Diary of a Lady Gardener) about her favourite jobs for the Spring garden.Really hope that you enjoy.👉 WE HAVE A HUGE FAVOUR TO ASK 👈 Did you enjoy our podcast? We don't have a sponsor at the moment but love recording these pods and sharing the joy of growing...
2024-02-0533 minGrowing Up PodcastGrowing food and the importance of slow living.Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate chat about the reaction to Andy's video showing the results of his front garden growing project and explore the importance of slow living in an increasingly 24/7 culture.We talk about generational change and rapidly changing perspectives on food growing.We really hope that you enjoy joining us for this raw and largely unedited chat.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe...
2024-01-2941 minGrowing Up PodcastEver thought of starting a business in horticulture? We dig a little deeper....Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about the idea of starting a horticultural business. So many people have reached out to us over the years and said how much they have thought of career-changing - starting a career in the horticultural sector. This week we dig a little deeper, talking honestly about our story over the last decade but also sharing our excitement about the future. There are so many opportunities in horticulture. And it's the best job in the world.Let us know what you think!The Gr...
2024-01-2248 minGrowing Up PodcastPlanning your 2024 Garden - what we will sow and grow in 2024Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Kate chat about varieties that we are excited about planting in 2024. Get ready for a really informal, chat between the two of us as we chat about our 'couple gardening goals' for the growing season.We started recording without a plan and simply opened Kate's 'to sow' seed box.We really hope that you enjoy this slightly different and very unplanned episode.Spring is coming - who else is excited?The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing F...
2024-01-1550 minGrowing Up PodcastCan you grow food to save money? We talk to James Wong.Send us a textIn this episode, we chat with a friend of the show James Wong about whether or not it's possible to genuinely grow food to save money. It's proven to be a surprisingly controversial subject, to talk honestly about the idea of growing food to save money and so we were fascinated to hear what James Wong had to say on this subject.Really hope that you enjoy this chat as much as we did.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We a...
2024-01-0855 minGrowing Up PodcastJanuary Gardening Jobs: We dig deep into gardening jobs for January.Send us a textIn this episode, we dig deep into gardening jobs for January. Andy is joined by Dan, Head Gardener of Winterbourne House and Gardens as we chat on a rainy day about practical jobs that you can do NOW in January to get your garden off to the best possible start to the year.Each month in 2024 we aim to release a podcast offering practical advice, tips that you can implement at that point in the year. All too often gardening advice tells you what you should have done 6 weeks earlier - an...
2024-01-0350 minGrowing Up PodcastKate is BACK for the Growing Up Podcast Christmas Episode - a year in review, and growing resolutions for 2024Send us a textKate is BACK for this Pre-Christmas episode of the Growing Up Podcast.We talk about our gardening highlights of 2023, amazing highs and a few light hearted lows. It was so lovely to sit together and consider the growing season that is ending shortly.We find that December is a month for gardeners to sit, reflect and plan ahead and this is exactly what we do in this episode. We talk about our growing hopes and dreams for 2024 and invite you to join us in sharing your growing resolutions for th...
2023-12-1855 minGrowing Up PodcastHouseplants, wellbeing and dreams coming true. We chat to Root 13 House Plants.Send us a textIn this week's episode, we talk to Katy and David who run the fabulous Root 13 house plant shop here in Birmingham. Like ourselves they took a less-than-traditional route into horticulture, embracing a love of growing houseplants during the pandemic and now sharing the joy of growing these amazing plants with their customer and on social media.You will hear the emotion and passion as we chat with them about these amazing plants and their story.Are you a houseplant-growing geek already? If not - after this podcast, yo...
2023-12-111h 00Growing Up PodcastGrowing Food to Save Money? We talk about this taboo subject.Send us a textGrowing food to save money? Is it possible? Can you truly be self-sufficient, growing food in a front garden? This week we take a deep breath and dive deeply into the subject of growing food to save money. We didn't think that this would be particularly controversial but it turns out that our messaging around this subject on social media has caused a very, very strong reaction.We talk a little bit about why this might be the case and how much we have loved grow...
2023-12-0440 min
Not Another Mummy PodcastAndy Day: Being a dad of girls, breaking the parenting cycle and life as a CBeebies legendMy guest on this episode is CBeebies legend Andy Day. Presenter of an array of programmes like Andy's Global Adventures and star of Andy And The Band with his rock band Andy and the Odd Socks, Andy is also a dad of two - with one more on the way.Andy also works as an ambassador for Anti-Bullying Week and Odd Socks Day which is all about spreading the anti-bullying message and encouraging children to celebrate their uniqueness and individuality.We talk about his experiences as a dad of girls, how he's proud to...
2023-12-0128 minGrowing Up PodcastTales of a Head Gardener - Meet Daniel Cartwright of Winterbourne House and GardensSend us a textWe all sometimes feel that we are the head gardener of our corner of planet earth but today we talk to Daniel Cartwright, who is genuinely the Head Gardener at Winterbourne House and Gardens in Birmingham. We chat honestly about the challenges and opportunities in designing, curating and maintaining a heritage site. We talk honestly about the importance of bringing a new generation into the horticultural industry and describe the amazing space that is Winterbourne House and Gardens. You will love listening to the passion and energy of "One Tak...
2023-11-271h 03Growing Up PodcastGardening seasons, wellbeing and the perils of hosting a podcast with your mum.Send us a textSomething a little bit different, this week Kate was unable to join us on the Growing Up Podcast so I was joined by Thersa (Mum!). What we actually recorded was 45 minutes of giggles, and chat about the nature of seasons and why gardening for well-being is really serious and vitally important.This week we talk very honestly about the link between the gardening seasons and the ebb and flow of life. How it's so important to embrace a little "autumnal mentality" sometimes both in the garden and in daily life.Be...
2023-11-2042 minGrowing Up PodcastThe One with all the Herbs......Send us a textWhy has it taken us so long to record an episode about the beautiful herb plants that have defined the last decade of our lives? Grab yourselves a drink, sit back, and join us as we chat about our favourite herb plants.Herbs are beautiful plants that you can plant in your allotment, garden or grow indoors, but the truth is that these plants have the power to really transform your food and your mood, and are the perfect 'gateway plants'. They make you fall in love with growing things, they ex...
2023-11-1342 minGrowing Up PodcastJames Wong on ethnobotany and why plants REALLY matter.Send us a textWe are joined on the Growing Up Podcast by James Wong, Ethnobotanist, presenter, and author of the amazing series 'Grow Your Own Drugs'. He is also a current panelist on the BBC Radio 4 programme, Gardeners' Question Time. We chat to James about his story but fundamentally why plants matter, the provable benefits that they bring, and whether growing potatoes if stranded on the surface of the planet Mars is a good idea.We know that you are going to enjoy this chat!The Growing Up Podcast is p...
2023-11-0653 minGrowing Up PodcastDig for Victory: We travel back in time.....Send us a textIn this week's podcast, we travel back in time to 1940s Britain and explore the Dig for Victory Campaign. We talk about the realities of growing food during wartime and explore the impact that this had both economically, practically but also emotionally.This week we introduce special guests Potaoe Pete and Doctor Carrot. Listen to the podcast to become acquainted with these wartime characters.The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a po...
2023-10-3045 minGrowing Up PodcastBring on the Tomato Revolution. Tomatoes and Star Wars.Send us a textIn this week's episode, we talk to Lance from Tomato Revolution. You will love hearing Lance's incredible passion for growing tomatoes, it's truly incredible. Join us as we go down a very geeky horticultural rabbit hole and learn about unusual heirloom varieties of tomato, the process of developing new varieties of tomato, and the link between tomatoes and Star Wars. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the qua...
2023-10-2347 minGrowing Up PodcastAutumn: Is the gardening season over?Send us a textThis week Andy and Kate talk in depth about the autumn gardening season. We discuss why the autumn garden is so special but also vitally important as we look ahead to the seasons that follow.We talk about seeds to sow, gardening jobs to complete, the dangers of autumnal DIY and why having snacks are vital as you record an autumn gardening podcast.Did you enjoy our podcast? We don't have a sponsor at the moment but love recording these pods and sharing the joy of growing wi...
2023-10-1639 minGrowing Up PodcastAndy's StorySend us a textAndy started the company that became Urban Herbs back in 2009 purely as an experiment - a short term project to pay off his tuition fees. Little did he know that he was going down a horticultural rabbit hole that would shape the next decade of his life.He feel in love with the unusual foodie sensory and culinary herb plants that he promotes and sells today and published the Herb Gardening Handbook in 2023. Now he is on a mission to share the joy of growing with everyone and is t...
2023-10-0942 minGrowing Up PodcastKate's StorySend us a textIn this week's episode, we introduce one of our hosts. This is Kate's story.Kate doesn't come from a traditional horticultural background. She brings with her a decade of major events experience having worked at various community arts projects and as an event manager at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.Kate's married to Andy and they run Urban Herbs together. In 2023 Kate became a full-time employee at Urban Herbs. Her route into horticulture is certainly not a traditional one and in this episode, we explore Kate's journey toward falling love with...
2023-10-0151 minGrowing Up PodcastIntroducing: Growing Up PodcastSend us a textThe start of the journey as we grow together. Meet your hosts of the Growing Up Podcast.For those who love to grow, who are happiest in the garden, allotment or greenhouse. Hosted by Andy and Kate, a green-fingered couple who love growing, and are on a mission to share the joy of all things plant-related. The Growing Up Podcast is proudly sponsored by the amazing First Tunnels. We are big believers in the benefits of growing in a polytunnel and genuinely believe in the quality of the products that...
2023-09-2823 min
Spoken LabelPerry Gasteiger (Spoken Label, February 2023)Latest Spoken Label (Poetry / Writer / Artist Podcast) features the amazing Perry Gasteiger.
Perry Gasteiger (they/them) is a non-binary Canadian poet who focuses on the mundanity of existence through a lens of empathetic consideration. They enjoy exploring phenomenological ideas of lived experience and how they mold our understanding of ourselves and our world. By pushing the boundaries of their own experiences, Perry tries to find universalities in unique situations for people to connect through. Bringing attention to the extraordinary nature of life and pain, they juxtapose the beautiful and the deformed, the congruent and the discordant, and...
2023-02-1538 min
Find Your JoyOwn Your Awkward with Andy Vargo (Part 3)In part 3 of our interview with Andy, the conversation turns to one of recognizing your own self-worth. We all have gone through so much change and adversity over the past year that it has been easy to lose our authentic selves and believe that we are not worth what we put out. Being humble is one thing but it is easy to believe if we continue to self-deprecate. Sand up for your own value. Own your Awkwardness and your Awesomeness. About the Guest:Andy Vargo is no stranger to change!If you ever fee...
2023-01-2448 min
Find Your JoyOwn Your Awkward with Andy Vargo (Part 2)Andy and Ali talk about change and moving forward and ways to stay positive in a world full of challenges. Discover the importance of owning your awkwardness and not hiding your uniqueness, taking the emotion out of change, and getting excited about what other people value. About the Guest:Andy Vargo is no stranger to change! If you ever feel awkward about yourself, then you can understand how Andy Vargo lived the first forty years of his life. Coming out of the closet at forty doesn’t define him, pursuing his pass...
2023-01-1352 min
Find Your JoyOwn Your Awkward with Andy Vargo (Part 1)In this episode Andy Vargo and Ali talk about being inspired amidst a world of distractions. Listen as they talk about prioritizing projects, while respecting your own creative process, the importance of sharing your story, and writing down your thoughts when inspiration strikes. About the Guest:Andy Vargo is no stranger to change!If you ever feel awkward about yourself, then you can understand how Andy Vargo lived the first forty years of his life. Coming out of the closet at forty doesn’t define him, pursuing his passion to help others does. Ha...
2023-01-1340 min
The Cut Flower PodcastUrban Herbs with Andy PerryText Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions.In this weeks podcast Roz is joined in the studio by Andy Perry from Urban Herbs. For those of you who haven't met Urban Herbs before, essentially, they are a stockist of unusual culinary herbs. Last year, they stocked around 90 different kinds of culinary herb plants, and sold them as plants. But they are also selling them as specifically a food product. So for example, Vietnamese, coriander, lime, mint, strawberry, mint, blackcurrant, sage, unusual living flavours. Roz and Andy are discussing: My r...
2022-12-0953 min
The Professional NoticerTake Three with Michael PerryThis week, Andy hosts Michael Perry – New York Times bestselling author, humorist, singer/songwriter, fireman, farmer – and one of Andy's favorite authors. Tune in to hear Michael talk about his newest book Hunker: Essays on Human Connection and the reality of the writing life. (hint: it's not as glamorous as it sounds!) Hear Andy and Michael discuss the writing craft and his process for writing novels. You'll also discover what Michael is working on now… and hear him read his hilarious story about chasing chickens! Connect with Michael Online: Website: https://sneezingcow.com Michael Perry's V...
2022-10-0456 min
Rough Sketch PodcastAndy Perry & Lyndon White - Ep#62I was honoured to be asked by Andy & Lyndon to come back on the show I had to say yes. Since we have met them both before the chat is a little different but we try to focus on the changes that life can bring to both throw curveballs at your creativity or aid it. We also create miniature worlds created in science flasks!Please go and check out the Kickstarter for part two of the Reanimator Incorporated books, it's way past its initial goal so everything now opens more stretch goals.Reanimator Inc Part 2 linksKickstarterAndy...
2022-07-291h 56
Rough Sketch PodcastAndy Perry & Lyndon White - Ep#62I was honoured to be asked by Andy & Lyndon to come back on the show I had to say yes. Since we have met them both before the chat is a little different but we try to focus on the changes that life can bring to both throw curveballs at your creativity or aid it. We also create miniature worlds created in science flasks!
Please go and check out the Kickstarter for part two of the Reanimator Incorporated books, it's way past its initial goal so everything now opens more stretch goals.
Reanimator Inc Part 2 links
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2022-07-291h 56
The Amanda Perry PodcastGrowing on Social Media with Andy Lambert of ContentCalWelcome back to the Amanda Perry Podcast! Every Monday I’ll be sharing insights from founders and leaders in the world of DTC, business and everything in-between. Andy Lambert is one of the founders of ContentCal and author of SOCIAL 3.0. Join us as we chat about ContentCal's journey, mastering content marketing for small businesses, the reality of Instagram's reach and the power of collaboratation. Founder to Founder group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1165986567563254/ Newsletter Sign-up: https://www.growplusagency.com/founder-to-founder-email-sign-up/ Grow+ https://www.growplusagency.com/ Andy Lambert: https...
2022-05-3053 min
The Professional Noticer"Hunkering" with Michael PerryThis week, Andy hosts Michael Perry – New York Times bestselling author, humorist, singer/songwriter, intermittent pig farmer – and one of Andy's favorite authors. Tune in to hear Michael talk about his upcoming release, Hunker: Essays on Human Connection, and several other books he's working on. Listen as Andy and Michael discuss all things writing – what works, what doesn't, what bruises the ego, what it's like to work with editors, and how they deal with criticism! Connect with Michael Online: Website: https://sneezingcow.com Michael Perry's Voicem Mail: https://michaelperry.substack.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook...
2022-04-2656 min
Rough Sketch PodcastAndy Perry - Ep#31As promised we set up and had a great chat with Andy Perry the writer of the Reanimator Incorporated Graphic Novel. Having already spoken to the artist Lyndon White.We dive into his writing process a fair bit and how he wanted the whole process to be collaborative with Lyndon. He does mention just how valuable the editing process was and how it reformed the story. We talk a little about a writing retreat that he went on with Arvon and as a writer just how much that improved his ways to give and receive feedback.
2020-11-201h 34
Rough Sketch PodcastAndy Perry - Ep#31As promised we set up and had a great chat with Andy Perry the writer of the Reanimator Incorporated Graphic Novel. Having already spoken to the artist Lyndon White.
We dive into his writing process a fair bit and how he wanted the whole process to be collaborative with Lyndon. He does mention just how valuable the editing process was and how it reformed the story. We talk a little about a writing retreat that he went on with Arvon and as a writer just how much that improved his ways to give and receive feedback.
2020-11-201h 34
The Entrepreneur Spotlight Show with Andy JacobJ D Perry, Founder & CEO, Moss Point Financial, A DotCom Magazine Exclusive InterviewJ D Perry, Founder & CEO, Moss Point Financial, A DotCom Magazine Exclusive Interview. J. Douglas Perry, MBA, MA J.D. Perry founded, and is the President and CEO of ViaCap Partners, the parent company of Moss Point Financial. In addition to running the day to day business of the company, J.D is actively involved in creating client portfolios. He leads the initial inventory review and selection of policies, and makes the final buy and settlement decisions for Moss Point portfolios. Prior to founding Moss Point, Mr. Perry was the President and CEO of JP Global Capital Management, which man...
2020-07-3136 min