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If a tree fallsMini Episode 4: IdentityIn this episode Harriet explores identity, another of the themes that has come up along the way whilst interviewing people who are working with nature, for this podcast. In today’s episode Harriet reflects on the idea of our identity and personality, and offers some insights into things she has been learning lately.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman.Theme music by CircleMusic by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay.Sign up for Harriet's newsletter at https://www.ha...
2024-11-1211 minIf a tree fallsMini Episode 3: Drive vs. CallingsIn this Mini Episode of the If a tree falls podcast, Harriet gives an update on her journey over recent months, provides a little hint at some exciting future projects, and delves into her changing perspectives on drive versus calling, and how she's begun applying a fresh mentality to her life.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman.Theme music by CircleMusic by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay.Sign up for Harriet's newsletter at https://www.harrietmansell.com/
2024-10-3016 minIf a tree fallsEp. 24: John Wright - Renowned Forager and Author - Part 2This week, Harriet and John continue their conversation, exploring all manner of topics from the joy of nature walks, to thoughts on commercial foraging, the fascinating symbiosis of forest species, and some behind-the-scenes chat about River Cottage.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on PixabayFor more about John, check out his website https://www.ediblebush.com/ and take a look at his prolific back catalogue of bo...
2024-08-2034 minIf a tree fallsEp. 23: John Wright - Renowned Forager and Author - Part 1This week, Harriet is joined by John Wright (renowned author and forager) for a deep dive into the disappearing world of grasslands, how he started working for River Cottage, the importance of humour in his writing, and the motivational power of annoyance.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on PixabayFor more about John, check out his website https://www.ediblebush.com/ and take a look at hi...
2024-08-1334 minIf a tree fallsEp. 22: James Whetlor - Chef and Author - Part 2This week, Harriet and James continue their walk along Monmouth Beach, discussing a variety of topics including Rock Samphire, the changing flavour profile of vegetables, Breathwork, therapy, and how to create a positive environment within the culinary industry.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about James, follow him on Instagram @jameswhetlor, and check out his books: Goat, The DIY BBQ Cookbook, and Coo...
2024-07-3049 minIf a tree fallsEp. 21: James Whetlor - Chef and Author - Part 1This week, Harriet is joined by James Whetlor (chef and award-winning author) for a walk along Monmouth Beach. Join Harriet and James as they delve into James' journey from a local takeaway to the heart of London's Gastropub movement. They also discuss the appeal of cheffing as a working culture, the history of the British food revolution, and James' influence on introducing Goat into British restaurant menus.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Ch...
2024-07-2348 minIf a tree fallsEp. 20: Sam Lomas - Chef and Food Writer - Part 2This week, join Harriet and Sam as they continue their conversation while exploring the Trinity Nature Reserve, delving into all manner of topics such as journaling, mistakes, restlessness, gratitude, philosophy, and more.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Sam, follow him on Instagram @samjlomas and check out his Field Notes newsletter at www.sam-lomas.mailchimpsites.comSign up for...
2024-07-1638 minIf a tree fallsEp. 19: Sam Lomas - Chef and Food Writer - Part 1This week, Harriet is joined by Sam Lomas (award-winning food writer and chef) for a walk through the Trinity Hill Nature Reserve. Join Harriet and Sam as they delve into the tactility of the creative process behind cooking, the ambition that drives Sam's hard work, and Sam's journey to open his new restaurant Briar.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Sam, fol...
2024-07-0944 minIf a tree fallsMini Episode 2: The Meaning of LifeIn this Mini Episode of the If a tree falls podcast, Harriet explores a wide variety of perspectives on the meaning of life, and shares her own reflections on how she interprets her personal philosophy when considering meaning within her day-to-day experience. Harriet also gives an update on her newly launched tasting menu, and the use of Sweet Vernal Grass in her dishes.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman.Theme music by CircleMusic by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and...
2024-06-2816 minIf a tree fallsEp. 18: Rachel de Thample - Author and Fermentation Expert - Episode 2This week, Harriet and Rachel continue their chat, diving into the intricacies of Rachel's outlook on life, what drives her passion for fostering a healthy relationship with natural foods, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people whose ideals match your own. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Rachel, follow her on Instagram @dethample and check out her fermentation courses through Riv...
2024-06-2556 minIf a tree fallsMini Episode 1: Ideas of Purpose and Reflections on EgoIn this first Mini Episode of the If a tree falls podcast, Harriet reflects on her journey of self-growth and how she illuminates limiting beliefs she encounters in her day-to-day life. She also shares some wisdom on Meadowsweet, her favourite foraged plant of the season, and her ambitions for the future.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman.Theme music by CircleMusic by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and AGsoundtrax and Audiospacemusic on Envato.Sign up for Harriet's...
2024-06-2115 minIf a tree fallsMini Episode 1In this first Mini Episode of the If a tree falls podcast, Harriet reflects on her journey of self-growth and how she illuminates limiting beliefs she encounters in her day-to-day life. She also shares some wisdom on Meadowsweet, her favourite foraged plant of the season, and her ambitions for the future.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and AGsoundtrax and Audiospacemusic on Envato.Sign up fo...
2024-06-2115 minIf a tree fallsEp. 17: Rachel de Thample - Author and Fermentation Expert - Episode 1This week, Harriet is joined by Rachel de Thample (award-winning author and fermentation expert) for a stroll along Charmouth Beach. Join Harriet and Rachel as they chat about all manner of things, from Rachel's formative experiences with natural produce, the importance of healthy microbiomes, and the power of nature to flourish in any environment, the two also discuss Rachel's storied career and the perseverance that's brought her to where she is today.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. ...
2024-06-181h 00If a tree fallsReflections on Season 2This week Harriet reflects on her conversations from Season 2 and the lessons she's learned throughout her chats with Mark, Pam, Sophie and Polly. Harriet also discusses her journey, what led her to starting the podcast, and her plans for the future. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and AGsoundtrax and Audiospacemusic on Envato.For more about Mark, follow him on Instagram @markehix and check out...
2024-06-1112 minIf a tree fallsEp. 16: Polly Hilton - Cider Maker - Part 2This week, Harriet continues her chat with Polly Hilton, covering a multitude of things from wellness and grief, to identity, dentist bills, and the mystery of sheep twins.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Polly, follow her on Instagram @findcider and check out the Find & Foster website at: https://www.findandfosterfineciders.com/Sign up for Harriet's newsletter at htt...
2024-06-0442 minIf a tree fallsEp. 15: Polly Hilton - Cider Maker - Part 1This week, Harriet travels to Huxham to join Polly Hilton on a walk through the Orchards she cares for with her company Find & Foster. Join Harriet and Polly as they discuss a cornucopia of things to be found in the hedgerow, how to make a difference in agriculture, Polly's stroke and recovery, and how that's affected the way she views the world.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay...
2024-05-2839 minIf a tree fallsEp. 14: Sophie Gregory - Dairy Farmer - Part 2This week, Harriet continues her chat with Sophie Gregory as they discuss meditation, keeping in touch with oneself, how the class system is represented in the availability of produce, and the future of dairy farming.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman.Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Sophie, follow her on Instagram @farmer_in_training.Sign up for Harriet's newsletter at https://www.harrietmansell.com/...
2024-05-2122 minIf a tree fallsEp. 13: Sophie Gregory - Dairy Farmer - Part 1This week, Harriet travels to Home Farm to join Sophie Gregory on a walk around her dairy farm. Join Harriet and Sophie as they discuss regenerative farming, Sophie's love of cows, and how to educate the next generation about sustainable practices.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman.Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Sophie, follow her on Instagram @farmer_in_training.Sign up for Harriet's ne...
2024-05-2029 minIf a tree fallsEp. 12: Pam 'The Jam' Corbin - Preserves Expert - Part 2This week, Harriet continues her conversation with preserves expert, author, and River Cottage contributor Pam 'The Jam' Corbin. Their topics flow from words of wisdom and bottled sunshine, through to accidental treason and how Pam feels about her jam-based moniker.The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Pam, follow her on Instagram @the_pam_the_jam and check out her book Pam the...
2024-05-0735 minIf a tree fallsEp. 11: Pam 'The Jam' Corbin - Preserves Expert - Part 1This week, Harriet travels to Stonebarrow and Whitty Down to catch up with preserves expert, author, and River Cottage contributor Pam 'The Jam' Corbin. Join them as they discuss everything from 70-year-old tulips to celebrating fruit, and how Pam got started in her illustrious career. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Pam, follow her on Instagram @the_pam_the_jam and...
2024-04-3042 minIf a tree fallsEp. 10: Mark Hix MBE - Chef and Restaurateur - Part 2This week in part 2 of their conversation, Harriet catches up with Mark Hix MBE in his home kitchen as he cooks for his Telegraph column, accompanied by photographer Matt Austin. Join them as they chat about professional burnout, losing your name, Michelin expectations, and the biggest lessons Mark has learned from a lifetime in the kitchen. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more...
2024-04-2341 minIf a tree fallsEp. 9: Mark Hix MBE - Chef and Restaurateur - Part 1This week, Harriet travels to Charmouth to chat with British culinary icon Mark Hix MBE. Join them as they walk the Charmouth coastal path discussing how to inspire a community with wild foraging, Mark's plans for the future, and the challenges of finding a chance to relax amidst the chaos. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle. Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more about Mark, follow him on Inst...
2024-04-1640 minIf a tree fallsReflections on Season 1This week Harriet reflects on her conversations from Season 1 and the lessons she's learned throughout her walks with Felix, Robin, Nick and René. Harriet also delves into her own background and what drives her to continue seeking meaningful conversations throughout her podcasting journey. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and AGsoundtrax and Audiospacemusic on Envato.Felix's book The Magick of Matter: Crystals, Chaos and the...
2024-04-0910 minIf a tree fallsEp. 8: René Redzepi - Owner Chef of Noma - Part 2This week in Part 2, Harriet and Noma co-founder and chef René Redzepi continue their walk around Copenhagen. They touch on the difficulty of creative work, Noma as an inspiration for the hit TV show The Bear, fermentation, vegan gravy, and the never-ending quest for innovation. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The assistant producer and editor was Teän Stewart-Murray. The assistant editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay For more on Ren...
2024-04-0220 minIf a tree fallsEp. 7: René Redzepi - Owner Chef of Noma - Part 1This week, Harriet travels to Copenhagen to meet up with legendary Noma chef René Redzepi. Join them as they walk around the grounds surrounding Noma and talk about what it takes to start a restaurant and brand, the food industry and its uncertainties, the innovation of using wild foods and the importance of balance in the industry. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The assistant producer and editor was Teän Stewart-Murray. The assistant editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle Music by Aleks...
2024-03-2636 minIf a tree fallsEp. 6: Nicholas Phillips - Mushroom Forager - Part 2This week in Part 2, Harriet and mushroom expert Nick Phillips continue their walk looking for mushrooms. They continue their discussion on the mycelium network, and explore the responsibilities foragers have especially when foraging commercially. Nick also tackles the question “If a tree falls in the forest with no one around to hear it, does it make a sound?”. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The assistant producer and chief editor was Teän Stewart-Murray. The assistant editor was Alex Troman.Theme music by Circle Music by Alek...
2024-03-1943 minIf a tree fallsEp. 5: Nicholas Phillips - Mushroom Forager - Part 1The wonderful world of mushrooms! Join Harriet on a very rainy walk through the Harford woods with Nick Phillips from Grown Up Mushrooms. Nick supplies the very best mushrooms to restaurants and those lucky enough to live in Dorset and Devon. He leads walks, talks and classes to educate people about one of the most misunderstood wild foods. In Part 1 of their conversation, they talk about the mycelium network, the connectivity of the woods, the dreaded death cap mushroom and the importance of remembering “don’t munch on a hunch”.The episode was hosted and produced by Har...
2024-03-1237 minIf a tree fallsEp. 4: Robin Harford - Ethnobotanist - Part 2Join Harriet and ethnobotanical food researcher Robin Harford in Part 2 as they continue their walk through the Exeter countryside. They explore the importance of brain nourishment, finding passions and purposes in life, the somatic knowledge of foraging, dopamine release and ancestral hand me downs, this week on If a Tree Falls. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The assistant producer and chief editor was Teän Stewart-Murray. The assistant editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixa...
2024-03-0553 minIf a tree fallsEp. 3: Robin Harford - Ethnobotanist - Part 1This week, Harriet is joined by fellow plant forager and ethnobotanical food researcher Robin Harford. Since establishing his renowned wild foraging food school in 2008, Robin has published several best-selling foraging books and released his successful wild food podcast, Eatweeds. Their walk takes them through the Exeter countryside as they discuss the importance of learning from Indigenous knowledge, monocultures, hybridisation, sustainability and fully wild diets. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The assistant producer and chief editor was Teän Stewart-Murray. The assistant editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by...
2024-02-2743 minIf a tree fallsEp. 2: Felix Flicker - Theoretical Physicist - Part 2In this episode, Harriet and theoretical physicist Felix Flicker continue their discussion in Felix's home. They explore the subjectivity of the sense to individuals, Felix’s brilliant book on how science explains things previously thought of as ‘magic’ and Japanese tea ceremonies, all culminating in an attempt to answer the podcast’s namesake question, “If a tree falls in the forest when no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?” The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The assistant producer and chief editor was Teän Stewart-Murray. The assistant editor was Ale...
2024-02-201h 15If a tree fallsEp. 1: Felix Flicker - Theoretical Physicist - Part 1In this first episode, Harriet goes on the hunt for wild garlic (allium ursinum) in the Devon countryside with theoretical physicist, author, science communicator and old pal, Felix Flicker. They discuss the importance of correctly identifying plants, martial arts, English wine, pine tree sorbet and the connectivity of physics in the wider world. The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The assistant producer and chief editor was Teän Stewart-Murray. The assistant editor was Alex Troman. Theme music by Circle Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Musi...
2024-02-111h 05
The Menu - Food NeighbourhoodsFood Neighbourhoods 318: Recipe edition, Harriet MansellA recipe from the UK’s Jurassic Coast.
2023-01-1705 min
Grilled by The Staff CanteenS4 Ep12 - Sally Abé and Harriet MansellWelcome back to Grilled by The Staff Canteen, this is series 4 and our second co-host is Sally Abé.Sally is the Consultant chef at the Conrad London St. James hotel where she opened The Pem in 2021, and she's a former Great British Menu contestant.Sally has picked six guests from the hospitality industry to chat to and put under the Grilled spotlight, and next up is Harriet Mansell, chef owner of restaurantRobin Wylde.In this episode Sally and Harriet debate jam before cream on scones, working on yachts and how you go about naming your restaurant.Thanks for listening to G...
2022-06-271h 04
mymuybueno Women in BusinessNavigating the PandemicGuest Harriet Mansell, Chef and Owner of Robin Wylde and Lilac Restaurant & Wine Bar Harriet Mansell grew up in Devon and studied History and Politics at Cardiff University. She had ambitions to open a restaurant since the young age of 13, but took a different route of getting there. In her early twenties she worked in a variety of roles before deciding to commence formal training at Tante Marie Culinary Academy. After a few stages at restaurants such as Noma in Copenhagen, and Dinner by Heston, she then entered the s...
2022-05-0549 min
The Burnt Chef JournalHarriet Mansell - The Soul Chef (Mental Health Awareness Week Special)
Harriet took an unconventional route into the industry. After studying Politics and History at university, she thereafter retrained to be a chef.
She took her first 'proper' kitchen job with fellow south west chef Mark Hix in London before going to culinary school and went on to intern at the prestigious Noma (2*) in Denmark, followed by a couple of Michelin kitchens in London and then into the super yacht industry where she worked as a private chef for high profile clients. Harriet has opened a pop-up restaurant, Robin Wylde, in Lyme Regis where her cuisine is based a...
2021-05-121h 19
You're BookedJill Mansell - You're BookedIt's the turn of one of our absolute heroes to get the Book Inspector treatment this week - the majestic Jill Mansell! Jill is the author of OVER 20 Sunday Times bestsellers, has sold millions of books and won numerous awards during her glittering career. Her latest is the wonderful And Now You're Back. We talked to her about rereading (and not rereading), Jilly Cooper, the genius of Marian Keyes and the dangers of reading online evaluations of your work. For more about Daisy's new podcast Daisy is Insatiable head HERE.BOOKSDaisy Buchanan - Insatiable
2021-03-0154 minThe Menu - Food NeighbourhoodsFood Neighbourhoods 223: Recipe edition, Harriet MansellA recipe by the head chef of newly opened restaurant Robin Wylde in Lyme Regis, in the southwest of England.
2021-02-2309 min
Biting Talk28: Ranald Macdonald, Robin Gill, Harriet Mansell and Farhad HeydariOn this episode of Biting Talk, William Sitwell chats with Dublin-born chef Robin Gill, catches up with Harriet Mansell of Lyme Regis establishment Robin Wylde, Farhad Heydari has a cocktail to beat the winter chill and Scottish restaurateur Ranald Macdonald delivers the greatest ever rendition of Robert Burn’s Ode to a Haggis.
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Edited by Nathan Copelin
Music by David Cantello
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2021-01-2239 minBiting Talk20: Harriet Mansell, Aktar Islam, Adam Handling and Farhad HeydariOn this week’s episode of Britain’s liveliest food and drink podcast William Sitwell speaks to up-and-coming talent Harriet Mansell. Her debut restaurant in Lyme Regis, Robin Wylde, opened to the public just seven days before lockdown forced its closure. William also meets chef of Birmingham Indian restaurant Aktar Islam; the Michelin-starred chef has a love of British ingredients and a menu unlike any other curry house in the country. We also catch up with celebrated Scottish chef Adam Handling who reveals his secrets to coping in a crisis. And Biting Talk mixologist Farhad Heydari reveals a cocktail to help...
2020-11-0642 min
Sauce MaterialEpisode 9 - Harriet MansellHarriet Mansell made her debut on the Great British Menu in 2020 and now she's preparing to open her first restaurant in Devon. On this week's episode we talk helping out in lockdown and life travelling the world as a chef on a super yacht. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-2442 min