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Through the Seasons with Megan GilgerSlowing DownFriends you can find me at megangilger.substack.com while I take a break for a bit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-2616 minThrough the Seasons with Megan Gilger5 Ways To Tend to Yourself In JanuaryYou can check out the newsletter this week over at my Substack at megangilger.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-1233 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerDreamlike ThoughtsYou can read more in the newsletter this week at megangilger.substack.comIf you want to do some gardening courses you can find them all at learn.freshexchange.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-0522 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWelcoming Winter + Rising to the LightYou can check out the newsletter by heading to megangilger.substack.com. All of the newsletters are there for you :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-2125 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerAn Ode to the AlliumsYou can read everything I mentioned today in our Friday newsletter and more by heading to megangilger.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-0818 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerGliding into DecemberThis podcast correlates with my weekly Friday newsletter, where my reflection is also located for your reading! You can see all the newsletters and sign up for them to come to your inbox by heading to megangilger.substack.comEnjoy, and I hope to see you more in your inbox this winter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-0125 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerOn HibernationYou can get more in the newsletter today on my Substack, which is free. megangilger.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-1717 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerHow to HealThis week on my newsletter you can read more about being intune with the seasons in self and nature. Just head to megangilger.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-1021 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerCelebrating the EndingsSubscribe to the free newsletter by heading to megangilger.substack.comYou will get a free newsletter every Friday in your inbox. Dive in for more anytime about the seasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-2728 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWe can have AutumnsThis episode is part of my Free Friday newsletter on my Subtack, Through the Seasons with Megan Gilger. Head there to get even more out of this episode and vice versa! Subscribe for free or jump in as a paid subscriber using this code. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-2019 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerSix Months Ago - Where were we...If you love today's podcast, I have a substack now, and it's named after the podcast now too. Head to megangilger.substack.com to sign up for my weekly free newsletter or jump in for more as a paid member. There is actually a discount for a membership in today's newsletter. Hint hint. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-1331 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerOn the Late BloomersEvery week on Through the Seasons with Megan Gilger, I share reflections and thoughts on what it is to pay attention to nature and self side by side. You can learn more on my substack and join anytime. The Friday newsletter is ALWAYS free. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-0618 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerThe rising of the harvest moonThis week on Through the Seasons with Megan Gilger, we are discussing the supermoon and how the harvest moon begins the shift of the seasons. This moon will be helpful in watching and observing things around you and yourself. Megan offers some tips and reads a reflection on the intention of the harvest moon. Read more and subscribe by heading to megangilger.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-2920 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerThis is a Big Change ---> Here's the StoryI am so excited to share this story and shift that is headed to all of your inboxes. This has been a dream sitting on the shelf, waiting to find the place and space. Well, now is that time. Throughout the season of Fall, I will be shedding the past work of Fresh Exchange and shifting it to be titled around Megan Gilger instead. My days of teaching gardening will only look different now. I, instead, will be helping you navigate the connection between self and nature by paying attention to the shifts...
2023-09-2239 min
Chronically CandidThe Benefits of Starting a Garden, Leaning on Community, and Gardening with Kids with Megan Gilger of The Fresh ExchangeIn this episode of the Makers, Dreamers, Doers podcast, Morgan talks with Megan Gilger of Fresh Exchange about the many benefits of gardening, like community building, learning about nature, learning about yourself, as well as, of course, growing and eating the freshest, healthiest food available. We also chat about why we started gardening in the first place and what it means to us, how we can live in reciprocity with the land, chicken-keeping, and the challenges and benefits of gardening with kids. Books mentioned in this episode:Upstream by Mary OliverA...
2023-04-251h 03
Through the Seasons with Megan GilgerGarden Planning - How To Create A Plan To Bring Your Design To LifeYour garden is designed, but where do you even begin!?! Such a big question, in this podcast episode Megan Gilger of Fresh Exchange shares how to build a great planting plan that will easily help you bring your design to fruition this spring and summer. Join our online community anytime at:community.freshexchange.comAccess the Beginner Gardener Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/beginner-garden-course/Take the FREE Herb Garden Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/herb-garden-course/Attend one of the...
2023-03-0110 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerGarden Planning - How To Design for Crop RotationsDo you ever feel overwhelmed when starting a garden project? With so many options, it can be hard to create the perfect design. Don’t worry - we have the perfect solution! Megan Gilger has the best question to ask to lead your garden planning. Join our online community anytime at:community.freshexchange.comAccess the Beginner Gardener Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/beginner-garden-course/Take the FREE Herb Garden Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/herb-garden-course/Attend one of the FRE...
2023-02-2313 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerGarden Planning: How to Understand LightUnderstanding light in your garden in the middle of winter is hard. In this episode I explain how to truly understand the sun's position to better your garden position and help your planning for summer. Join our online community anytime at:community.freshexchange.comAccess the Beginner Gardener Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/beginner-garden-course/Take the FREE Herb Garden Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/herb-garden-course/Attend one of the FREE workshops:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/free-monthly-webinars...
2023-02-1617 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Putting Pen to PaperDo you ever feel overwhelmed when starting a garden project? With so many options, it can be hard to create the perfect design. Don’t worry - we have the perfect solution! Megan Gilger has the best question to ask to lead your garden planning. Join our online community anytime at:community.freshexchange.comAccess the Beginner Gardener Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/beginner-garden-course/Take the FREE Herb Garden Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/herb-garden-course/Attend one of the FRE...
2023-02-1009 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerGarden Planning - This Is The Most Important Question To Begin Your DesignDo you ever feel overwhelmed when starting a garden project? With so many options, it can be hard to create the perfect design. Don’t worry - we have the perfect solution! Megan Gilger has the best question to ask to lead your garden planning. Join our online community anytime at:community.freshexchange.comAccess the Beginner Gardener Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/beginner-garden-course/Take the FREE Herb Garden Course:https://community.freshexchange.com/c/herb-garden-course/Attend one of the FRE...
2023-02-0817 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWelcoming 2023 - Celebrating the Beginner in All Of UsAre you a beginner gardener looking for a way to learn the basics and connect with a supportive online community? Our beginner gardener course has launched! You get a detailed overview of the basics of growing plants organically, and you'll have access to free workshops and events to help you perfect your skills. Plus, get a free herb garden course when you check it out now!In this episode, I explain how to check out our community and connect and grow with us. There are free ways to check things out, from workshops...
2023-01-2517 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerSetting Ourselves Up to Grow in 2023If you want to join in on the February Garden Planning Intensive and access the Beginner Gardener Online Course to get you refreshed and ready for a new gardening season ahead, I would suggest becoming a member now to lock in the price before it is updated in 2023. Head to freshexchange.com/join today to secure your pricing for 2023 and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-1419 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The PruningJoin now as a member to receive the meditations in your inbox with coordinating journal prompts. freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-0916 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerReflecting On Life and The YearYou can join the email newsletter in prep for what I will start sharing in 2023 freshexchange.com/subscribeOr if you are feeling ready you can join the online community now before the pricing goes up in 2023freshexchange.com/joinSee you over there, friends! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-0726 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Endings As BeginningsJoin now as a member to receive the meditations in your inbox with coordinating journal prompts. freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-1113 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Dancing with The EndYou can get these meditations in your inbox with coordinating journal prompts each week as a member of our online community. Join now at freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-0413 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: The Story in The LeavesYou can continue to get more out of these meditations by becoming a Community member anytime. For as little as $13 a month you can join and receive the meditations right to your inbox while gaining knowledge on gardening and seasonal living alongside a community of growth mindset people. You also receive coordinating journal prompts for every meditation that only community members get.Join now! freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-2819 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: Never Pass This Way AgainYou can continue to get more out of these meditations by becoming a Community member anytime. For as little as $13 a month you can join and receive the meditations right to your inbox while gaining knowledge on gardening and seasonal living alongside a community of growth mindset people. You also receive coordinating journal prompts for every meditation that only community members get.Join now! freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-2113 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: Suspended In TimeYou can continue to get more out of these meditations by becoming a Community member anytime. For as little as $13 a month you can join and receive the meditations right to your inbox while gaining knowledge on gardening and seasonal living alongside a community of growth mindset people. You also receive coordinating journal prompts for every meditation that only community members get.Join now! freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-1413 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: The FrostYou can continue to get more out of these meditations by becoming a Community member anytime. For as little as $13 a month you can join and receive the meditations right to your inbox while gaining knowledge on gardening and seasonal living alongside a community of growth mindset people. You also receive coordinating journal prompts for every meditation that only community members get.Join now! freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-3012 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The ShiftYou can continue to get more out of these meditations by becoming a Community member anytime. For as little as $13 a month you can join and receive the meditations right to your inbox while gaining knowledge on gardening and seasonal living alongside a community of growth mindset people. You also receive coordinating journal prompts for every meditation that only community members get.Join now! freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-2309 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Fading Into New LifeYou can continue to get more out of these meditations by becoming a Community member anytime. For as little as $13 a month you can join and receive the meditations right to your inbox, while gaining knowledge on gardening and seasonal living alongside a community of growth mindset people. You also receive coordinating journal prompts for every meditation that only community members get.Join now! freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-1613 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerThe Top Lessons From My Summer GardenIf you enjoyed this episode and want to hear other community members' lessons they have harvested from their gardens, you can join our community at any time for just $13 a month by heading to freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-1420 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: The Harvest MoonYou can continue to get more out of these meditations by becoming a Community member anytime. For as little as $13 a month you can join and receive the meditations right to your inbox, while gaining knowledge on gardening and seasonal living alongside a community of growth mindset people. You also receive coordinating journal prompts for every meditation that only community members get. Join now! freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-0914 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The WeedsYou can always dive deeper into the weekly meditations by joining as a member of the online community. This will deliver the written meditation to your inbox each week with coordinating journal prompts as well as access to connect with other gardeners that are curiously learning together while connecting more deeply with themselves.freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-0213 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: The Gift of the TomatillosYou can always dive deeper into the weekly meditations by joining as a member of the online community. This will deliver the written meditation to your inbox each week with coordinating journal prompts as well as access to connect with other gardeners that are curiously learning together while connecting more deeply with themselves.freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-1919 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: Wafting MemoriesYou can always dive deeper into the weekly meditations by joining as a member of the online community. This will deliver the written meditation to your inbox each week with coordinating journal prompts as well as access to connect with other gardeners that are curiously learning together while connecting more deeply with themselves. freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-1211 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: Lake StreetYou can get more from these meditations by becoming a community member. Members receive the meditations in their inbox every Friday, along with journal prompts and community interaction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-0515 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: Perfect TimingYou can get the meditations and journal prompts straight to your inbox every Friday by joining the online community any time for as low as $13 a month. Join here: www.freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-2911 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The Answers Amongst The ChamomileWant more from the meditations? You can get them and coordinating journal prompts by joining our online community at any time that is right for you. www.freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-2214 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Alongside HerYou can receive the written meditations and supporting journal prompts right to your inbox by becoming a member in our online community at any time. freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-1515 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerEverything You EVER Wanted to Know About Garlic!Everything from harvesting to growing and even how to save it! I also share what I just planted where my garlic was and how I ensured the soil was ready for another round of planting this summer. Learn more in our online community by heading to freshexchange.com/joinWant to learn how to braid garlic? Here is my post about itYou can also listen to my podcast episode about intuition right here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-1329 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - I Am The GardenYou can dive deeper into the meditations and receive them each week in your inbox by becoming a community member. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-0909 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWhen To Begin Fall Planting In The Garden?Sign up ANYTIME for the online community to connect with an amazing group of like-minded gardeners looking to grow and connect around the concept of growing our gardens and ourselves each season.www.freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-0612 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: Like the BeanWant to get more out of your Friday Meditations? Would you like them delivered to your inbox? Join the community now to get them every Friday along with coordinating journal prompts and community discussion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-0116 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: I Am Here Right NowSign up ANYTIME for the online community to connect with an amazing group of like-minded gardeners looking to grow and connect around the concept of growing our gardens and ourselves each season.www.freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-2417 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWhat I Am Planting Right Now In The GardenSo many things can be planted still in the garden. Don't think you are one and done out there. You can always seed more! If you want the link to the Calendula Oil Recipe Reel you can see it here. Sign up ANYTIME for the online community to connect with an amazing group of like-minded gardeners looking to grow and connect around the concept of growing our gardens and self each season. www.freshexchange.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-2222 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerHow I Learned to Trust My Intuition in GardeningLooking to get a little more support through growing your intuition? Join our online community anytime you are ready to jump in to get access to past and upcoming videos that will build your knowledge and confidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-1523 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday meditation - The UnexpectedDo you love the meditations? Don't forget you get journal prompts that coordinate with the meditations if you are a member of the online community. www.freshexchange.com/join to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-1015 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerMy Sure Way of Avoiding Squash Vine Borers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-0810 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLet's Make Fertilizing More StraightforwardWant to dive deeper? You can join the online community for less than $13 a month. Find the plan that is right for you to join our supportive community to help you grow in your garden this spring and summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-0128 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLocal Eating - Let's Talk Numbers and CostIf you loved this convo and want to dive deeper, head to freshexchange.com/join to get access to the online community where we dive deep on all these topics every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-2537 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The StewardIf you would like to enjoy more from these meditations, you can join our online community where there are journal prompts and more. https://freshexchange.com/join/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-2012 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLocal Eating: Planning Meals and Rethinking Routines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-1828 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation: RebirthWant more from the meditations? Head to our Community page to learn about joining our membership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-1313 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLocal Eating: Why We Need to Rethink Self-Sufficiency and Look to Community SufficiencyWant more about this idea? You can join more of the conversation now by joining our online community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-1123 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The Moon and Her MovementYou can get more from these meditations by joining our online community to access journal prompts that coordinate and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-0609 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLocal Eating Series: The Easiest Way to Eat Local and In SeasonLocal eating is a powerful way to impact your body, the culture around us, our planet, and our community locally and around the world. To me, it is one of the most powerful ways we can change the course of the planet. This whole series will be about this. I hope you enjoy this this month. Past Podcast episodes to listen to:Seasonal Eating: What, Why, How Local Eating: Interview with Andrea BemisTips for Eating Close to Home During the HolidaysBooks to...
2022-05-0430 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Holding OnYou can get more from these meditations by becoming a member of our online community where you get access to to journal prompts and more! https://freshexchange.com/join/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-04-2911 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerTop Tips for Gardening with KidsGardening with kids can be quite fun, but it is key to make sure you aren't trying to get too much out of the experience and relax through it all. Leave space for things to be imperfect! Books I suggest for kids to learn about gardening:In The GardenThe Curious GardenUp In the Garden Down in the DirtGreen GreenHow Does My Garden GrowGardens Are For GrowingMy First Book of Growing FoodThe other...
2022-04-2726 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLet's Rethink Materials for Raised BedsWhat materials are you planning for raised beds? Are you deterred to grow a garden because of costs? I am helping you rethink this today. We are talking even more about this in the community so if you want to dig in further, join us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-04-2517 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The Hardest PartIf you want more out of the meditations, you can join our online community any time now. Head to freshexchange.com/join to learn about memberships and how these meditations take on a whole deeper level there in our community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-04-2211 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerA Case Against Seed StartingI never want you guys to have something that stands in your way of gardening. One of these I realize for people is believing they have to seed start. Toss it out the window! You can do it differently. In this episode, I tell you why people should seed start, but then share how you can skip it altogether or completely rethink it. Join the community to learn more about the tips and tricks members are sharing every week. Check out this month's sponsor: Pulsar Cider from Starcut Cider's Hosted...
2022-04-2021 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The ProcessEverything has its timing. Make sure you pay close attention to your own. Join the community to get further journal prompts and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-04-1510 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerHow to Grow Great Tomatoes This Year - My Best TipsYes, you can grow great tomatoes. It takes time, and some information, but it doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode, I describe the best tips I have learned over the years. Learn more about Companion Planting for Tomato Plants:https://freshexchange.com/best-tomato-companion-plants/Learn more about Pruning Tomato Plants:https://freshexchange.com/prune-tomato-plants/Join our community now so you don't miss our Tomato Event:https://freshexchange.com/join/A huge thank you to our podcast sponsor this month Starcut...
2022-04-1327 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - BeginningYou can learn more about our meditations in our online community by heading to our join page. You can now join the community whenever you would like! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-04-0811 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerThe Mighty Grow BagThe grow bag may just be one of the most underrated options for growing in the garden. Seriously. Today I am going to share with you the reasons why you should use them, how to fill them, and what I suggest you grow in them. You can find the grow bags I suggest by going here to check them out. If you want to learn more about sponsor this month you can learn more at starcutciders.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-04-0617 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Conversation with the WoodsYou can now become a community member and get even more from our meditations - Head here to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-04-0108 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerHow to Schedule Your Plantings This Year in the GardenYes, it is true! Don't get fooled or fall prey to comparing your garden to what other people are doing. Trust me here. This is what you need to know to schedule your garden properly this year. Want to Join the Community? We would love to have you. Check out the new options for joining this year. Want to dig deeper to understand planning and designing your garden this year? You can check out the Simple Garden Planning E-Course.Or just snag the Ultimate Gardening Planning Tool Kit to get...
2022-03-3028 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWhat I have Learned 1 Year into our Online CommunityIt has been 1 whole year since we launched the community and I am beyond amazed at how this project has brought joy and excitement into our lives. But we have some changes as all great projects go. We are updating things and if you are ready to enjoy the new offerings, you can head to our Join page today and join our community!JOIN THE COMMUNITY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-03-2320 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The Tenderness of BeginningSpring is nearly here, but don't rush this process. Be slow. Take time. Allow space for tenderness. Join our community to get even more from your Friday Meditationshttps://freshexchange.com/join/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-03-1810 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerHow to Determine What to Grow in Your GardenHere is the very simple system I use for determining what to grow in my garden. This is high level but if you want to learn more about how I think through all of this, you can check out more through the links below and get more resources. Simple Garden Planning E-CourseThis course goes in-depth on how to plan and design your best garden and can be used for years to come with all the resources and teachings directly from me. Ultimate Garden Planning Tool Kit This is...
2022-03-1618 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The DanceHappy Friday...enjoy this short podcast all about the pushing and pulling of the seasons. Winter and Spring now begin their dance and we get a chance to observe it so we can learn. Don't forget our community open soon! Check it out at: https://freshexchange.com/join/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-03-1106 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerCompanion Planting - Let's Problem Solve Have you had issues with squash vine borers, mice, Japanese beetles, powdery mildew? I got you covered with all sorts of ways to naturally deter these issues and create environments that are not conducive to these being destructive things in your garden this year. The secret? Companion planting! Let's learn more. Past Companion Planting Podcasts:How to Use Companion Planting in Your GardenWhat is Companion PlantingThe History of Companion PlantingWhy You Should Use Companion Planting in Your GardenJoin the community this...
2022-03-0936 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - Receding SnowThis Mid-winter has been intense. But out of every storm, there can be new life. May we always be looking for ways to heal the losses and gain new directions and perspectives that bring us strength and empathy for the cross-section of pain and beauty in our lives. Our online community is opening up this month! Sign up to be the first to learn morehttps://freshexchange.com/join/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-03-0415 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerCompanion Planting: How to Use It?Companion Planting is a super powerful tool in the garden for those looking to grow things without lots of weeds, no pesticides, and more. Today I share how you can use it in your garden. Check out the E-CourseCheck out the Tool Kit with the Expanded Companion Planting Chart and Multiple Garden DesignsJoin the newsletter to learn more about Companion PlantingCheck out this blog post for showing Companion Plants for Tomatoes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-03-0215 min
Root Awakening™: A Health PodcastSustainable Gardening With Megan Gilger: Which Gardening Practices To Us And Which To Avoid, Companion Planting, Regenerating Soil Health, CSA Community Sustained Agriculture, Composing | #050》Are you a gardener?
》Do you want to be a gardener?
》Are you interested in sourcing food locally and seasonally?
》Are you curious about how nature's cycles tie into soil health, the seasons, our bodies, and spirituality?
Megan Gilger joins me on the 50th Episode of Root Awakening: A Health Podcast. Megan is a teacher, business owner, and 3rd Generation Gardener who has a mission to help everyone feel empowered to grow their own garden. She also is the creator of @freshexchange on Instagram. In this Episode, Megan and I talk about: w...
2022-02-251h 19Through the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The Full MoonA little different meditation for your Friday. Enjoy this honest conversation about where I have been mentally the last few weeks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-02-1819 min
Minnesota Gardening PodcastThankfulness with Megan Gilger from Fresh ExchangeMegan Gilger is the founder of Fresh Exchange and joins us today discussing thankfulness and reflection in our gardening.
2021-11-2332 min
Frugal LivingGardening with Megan GilgerJim talks with Megan Gilger about the frugal world of gardening.
Looking for more frugal ways to save the planet? Find out everything about rain barrels, learn about vermicomposting, or try these frugal backyard projects (one of which may also improve your local food web).
2021-11-0921 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWhat to Plant in September in the GardenSimple and sweet...It is not too late to plant in the garden right now. Not at all. Now is the time to get in some of the best of fall with seeds and/or starts. Listen in as Megan shares what is going in the garden and other great info you won't want to miss to even help you prep and plan for next year!Referenced in the Episode:What to Plant in SeptemberWhat to Plant in AugustWhat to Plant in JulyQuick tips on...
2021-09-1523 min
The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging PodcastNiching Down & Leaning Into Your Passion So You Can Make a Profit with Megan Gilger from Fresh Exchange#501 Do you ever wonder what your life or career would be like if you'd made a different decision at a fork in the road? I definitely don't use my architecture degree anymore. But at the same time, I think about the skills I've learned and the things that happened early in my career that helped get me to where I'm at today. If I'd taken a different path, I wouldn't be where I am today. And I'm grateful for the experiences. In fact, some of my favorite stories and conversations are about starting down a path that pivots into...
2021-08-1840 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerFriday Meditation - The Garden's ConversationNew series of reading and sharing our weekly meditations our community enjoys on an even deeper level. We will be sharing these meditations now every Friday for your weekend. If you want to dive deeper with our community you are welcome to check in on one of our upcoming events here. You can join our email newsletter as well to know when the next opening for the community is this Fall. If you are already a member of the community you can read this and receive the journal prompts on...
2021-07-0211 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLiving in Abundance - Our Summer Community LaunchThis week our summer community is open and ready for you to join. If you have been thinking about it, today in the episode I offer up the vision for what we will be doing in our community, why this community means so much to me, and some highlights of the upcoming season as well as the ways it is deeply impacted me. You can learn more and join here on our website: https://freshexchange.com/join/If you just want to check out our event offerings for summer here are the events...
2021-06-2332 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerGrow an Herb Garden - SERIOUSLY - Here is Why!An herb garden is one of the simplest and most rewarding gardens to grow and you can actually grow one and feel super confident about it! It is simpler and easier than you would think. No matter your skill level or the space you have an herb garden is an option for you! I am a huge fan of herbs and have been for so long. Below I detail everything you need to know about growing it successfully, herbs to grow in your garden, and most importantly why an herb garden is the best garden to grow!
2021-05-1933 min
RUBY13: The Art of Seasonal Living with Megan GilgerIn honor of #EarthDay, we're bringing you a very special episode that is sure to leave you more in tune with nature and with yourself. Founder of The Fresh Exchange, Megan Gilger, shares her abundant wisdom on all things Seasonal Living - the act of living in tune with the cycles of nature. Her story and the impactful information she shares has us inspired to make small, significant changes that help us live in the natural ways we were all designed to. Get ready to feel at ease and grounded in your soul. This episode will have you fall in...
2021-04-2251 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerBreaking the Cycle of Incarceration with We The People Opportunity FarmToday we sit down with Melvin Parson of We The People Opportunity Farm located in Washtenaw County, Michigan just outside of Detroit. Together Melvin and Megan discuss the story that put into motion a Non-Profit focused on helping give new opportunities and break the cycle of incarceration through farming and healing land connection. Melvin personally has experienced the cycle of incarceration and with the help of others was able to set a new path for himself. Today we hear his story and discuss the challenges within black communities facing these issues as well as how heavy the land and...
2021-04-2146 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerDiving Deep on Plastic Waste and Sustainability with Elana JadallahThis week we are sitting down with Elana Jadallah of Elanaloo. Elana shifted her business years back when she had a profound first hand experience on the ocean coast of Hawai'i. Since then that moment pivoted not just her personal life but her business as well. We talk about simple ways that changes in what we buy, how we spend our money, the money we don't spend, and so much more not only can make a difference but how we are seeing the changes come. This conversation is all about empowerment that our changes even if small can be...
2021-04-1450 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWhy You Need to Plant a Garden with Your Kids This YearIn today's podcast episode, I have gathered up a list of all the reasons that as modern parents why we need the garden more than ever and so do our children. We sit and discuss how to set our expectations of creating a garden with our kids and how I have discovered what may be the root of why a garden may be the most powerful tool we can have in parenting and raising children. As our first in our Earth Month episodes, this episode sets the tone of how to leave a legacy of impact...
2021-04-0740 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWhere Do We Begin Our Garden?Beginning a garden is exciting! We want to think about all the ways it will look and feel in August. We all feel SO ready to get out and enjoy nature, BUT before we begin let's make sure we begin on the right foot. Today in this episode I will be sharing my top things to think about when choosing where to place your garden AND whether to go in-ground or raised beds or even containers. It's a lot to think about, but I help with some quick ideas as well as discussing how I personally have navigated and...
2021-03-3133 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerGarden Tour: Kalin Sheick of Sweetwater FloralI am so excited today to welcome Kalin Sheick of Sweetwater Floral in Petoskey, Michigan to the podcast today. You know I am all about the veggies around here, but I also don't think any veggie patch is complete without flowers! I have learned so much from Kalin over the last few years and she is always inspiring me with her designs and approach to life. So I was so happy to sit down and talk since we haven't seen each other to discuss life in quite a while! Really since this dinner a few springs back. Crazy!!! So...
2021-03-2449 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerWhy I am Building a Community and What to ExpectThis episode is slightly different than our others because something really exciting is happening this Saturday. The doors to our Fresh Exchange Community are opening for one week just before we kick into the Spring season and I brought on my partner in life and business, Mike Gilger to tell you everything about it with me. We have been working away on building out this space together and it has been a very exciting and challenging project but one we are so very pumped to get this out into the world for you all. In this...
2021-03-1733 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerLocal Eating: An Interview With Andrea BemisWhen the pandemic began in March 2020, the very backbone of the food industry was laid bare to the world and many of us discovered how to source food locally. But as we begin to see the bright light of the end of the pandemic, can we continue these ideas into our routines? How do we make Local Eating a normal thing? How do we learn to eat this way? Most of all how do we even begin this process on a larger scale sustainably?Today, Megan Gilger sits down with Andrea Bemis who is a farmer...
2021-03-101h 08Through the Seasons with Megan GilgerGarden Tour Interview: Kelsey Johnston of My Simply SimpleIn this Garden Tour Interview we have Kelsey Johnston who manages the lifestyle blog, My Simply Simple, where she shares about motherhood, the pursuit of a simple and eco life, and various tips on living minimally and intentionally. Kelsey is a wealth of information about building a life of sustainability through minimalism and intention. She and her husband and young daughter, live on 8.5 acres in Rural Indiana and we discuss what are some of the very real things about choosing a more rural life and as a little hint it is one of the reasons she started her garden...
2021-02-2445 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerSeasonal Eating - What, Why, and HowOn today's episode we discuss the topic of Seasonal Eating. The first of many episodes where we will talk about the ways we can connect deeper to nature through our diet. Though this is a BIG topic we are beginning by just discussing what Seasonal Eating, why we should know about it, and how even as parents we can take steps towards this becoming more and more apart of our day-to-day life. We also chat about how to begin the process of Seasonal Eating. It may surprise you but it isn't about shifting your whole diet...
2021-02-1744 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerGarden Tour Interview: Megan StubbsIn the first edition of our Garden Tour Interviews we have Megan Stubbs who is a professional sexologist and certified body image expert. Megan writes for many well known publications such as Cosmopolitan and Teen Vogue along with many others, but when not working Megan has an incredible garden in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan where she grows incredible things including lemon trees, hibiscus plants, and more. So today we chat about how to get inspired to grow while also discussing sexual stigmas and identities of self that the garden gives us notes on how to reframe. ...
2021-02-1032 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerThriving in Winter and Hard TimesI was born and raised amongst the winter and experiencing them challenged me so much that when I became older I ran from Winter. The challenges were too uncomfortable. I didn't want to embrace it. Today on the podcast we are jumping deeper into how winter is our opportunity to learn how to thrive in hard times. I share what I have learned from running from winters and coming back to them because I craved them. The ways they have taught our family resilience and brought grounding to our years. I promise today...
2021-02-0332 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerMy 2020 Garden Recap and Looking Toward 2021The long awaited 2020 garden recap is here! In today's episode on Fresh Exchange we will be recapping the last year in our garden in the midst of a pandemic. We fell for the bigger garden and build a chicken coop trends of 2020 and I am here to share everything I learned through the process. We begin the episode discussing seed shortages and I suggest checking out this blog post if you would like more info on it and what to expect but as a quick note. If you are beginner don't feel rushed to buy seeds...
2021-01-2735 minThrough the Seasons with Megan GilgerIntentionally Approaching an Unpredictable YearWe begin today's first podcast by asking you to breathe! Just to take a few breathes. The beginning of this year hasn't been easy. My gosh has it not. But did we really believe that when 2021 arrived at our door everything that hung within 2020 would simply disappear? No. We knew better. That said, before we dive into the conversation about approaching intentions this year. I want to to identify where we are right now in our world. Not just in terms of the weather out the window, though if you need that you can have that...
2021-01-2024 min
The Aligned Business® Podcast with Kelsey KerslakeEpisode 38: Running a passion-based business with Megan Gilger of the Fresh ExchangeThis week we are chatting with Megan Gilger of the Fresh Exchange. We are talking to her about how she has been transitioning her business over the past couple years, how that has been going, and how to live a life that you love. Her and her husband have lived out their twenties building their business and traveling the world. Over the past couple years they have slowed down, had a baby, and are now in a place in their lives where they are truly building the life that they can see themselves living for the next decade. They are...
2017-05-0844 min