Best Jennifer Jewell Podcasts (2024)

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All Hallows Eve/Samhain & our wildest dreams, with Jen Williams of Wild Dreams Farm & Seed 1:02:40

1h ago1:02:40

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Sometimes our dreams didn’t start out as our dreams. Sometimes, our current dreams were once just seeds germinating in the crucible of time and experience leading up to what is now. For seed farmer Jen Williams, being a seed farmer situated within a small island community was not always the dream.The dream to effect meaningful change in the world a…

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All Hallows Eve/Samhain & our wildest dreams, with Jen Williams of Wild Dreams Farm & Seed 1:02:40

5m ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Sometimes our dreams didn’t start out as our dreams. Sometimes, our current dreams were once just seeds germinating in the crucible of time and experience leading up to what is now. For seed farmer Jen Williams, being a seed farmer situated within a small island community was not always the dream.The dream to effect meaningful change in the world a…

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The Poetic Garden Legacy of the Harlem Renaissance's Effie Lee Newsome 1:03:52

6d ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, and W. EB Dubois are some of the many recognizable names of an intellectual cultural and artistic period in American history known as the Harlem Renaissance. This week, CP Guest Host Abra Lee is in conversation with Reverend Jerri Mitchell-Lee. They enjoy a deep dive into the history of Effie Lee Newsome, anothe…

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The Poetic Garden Legacy of the Harlem Renaissance's Effie Lee Newsome 1:03:52

6d ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, and W. EB Dubois are some of the many recognizable names of an intellectual cultural and artistic period in American history known as the Harlem Renaissance. This week, CP Guest Host Abra Lee is in conversation with Reverend Jerri Mitchell-Lee. They enjoy a deep dive into the history of Effie Lee Newsome, anothe…

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All the wild rhythms: Wild Plant Culture with Jared Rosenbaum 1:13:50

13d ago1:13:50

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The wilds of New Jersey might sound like a humorous oxymoron to many – many who don’t live in New Jersey. Humor is one of our guests' great traits this week, along with his deep love of the plants and places making up New Jersey and its wilds—whether scrappy and unlikely roadside verges or extant majestic old-growth forests. Jared Rosenbaum and his…

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All the wild rhythms: Wild Plant Culture with Jared Rosenbaum 1:13:50

13d ago1:13:50

1:13:50

The wilds of New Jersey might sound like a humorous oxymoron to many – many who don’t live in New Jersey. Humor is one of our guests' great traits this week, along with his deep love of the plants and places making up New Jersey and its wilds—whether scrappy and unlikely roadside verges or extant majestic old-growth forests. Jared Rosenbaum and his…

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LIVE with Golden State Linen (formerly known as Chico Flax) 1:04:36

20d ago1:04:36

1:04:36

This week, we’re so excited to air the first listen to one of our CP LIVE conversations, which were recorded live in front of an audience on the home ground of the Cultivators of Place with whom we are speaking.I am so thrilled to kick the airing of this series off on my own home ground in Northern California - back in conversation with Sandy Fishe…

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LIVE with Golden State Linen (formerly known as Chico Flax) 1:04:36

20d ago1:04:36

1:04:36

This week, we’re so excited to air the first listen to one of our CP LIVE conversations, which were recorded live in front of an audience on the home ground of the Cultivators of Place with whom we are speaking.I am so thrilled to kick the airing of this series off on my own home ground in Northern California - back in conversation with Sandy Fishe…

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KISS MY ASTER's ASTER GARDENS, with Amanda Thomsen 53:41

27d ago53:41

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Amanda Thomsen is a horticulturist, garden designer, keynote speaker, freelance writer, backyard consultant, and author living in suburban Chicago. Amanda wants to help the world live more sustainably (but without a load of effort and twice the fun!).Amanda has been a professional horticulturist, landscape designer, and project manager for the past…

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KISS MY ASTER's ASTER GARDENS, with Amanda Thomsen 53:41

27d ago53:41

53:41

Amanda Thomsen is a horticulturist, garden designer, keynote speaker, freelance writer, backyard consultant, and author living in suburban Chicago. Amanda wants to help the world live more sustainably (but without a load of effort and twice the fun!).Amanda has been a professional horticulturist, landscape designer, and project manager for the past…

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The Field Guides Among Us: Dr. Alan Weakley, Director UNC Chapel Hill Herbarium 1:02:55

1M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Dr. Alan Weakley is a career-long botanist and conservation biologist firmly rooted in the southeast region of the U.S. For a little over 23 years, Dr. Weakley has served as the director of the UNC Chapel Hill Herbarium, which since 2000 has been part of the North Carolina Botanical Garden. Throughout his career, from his PhD work to his professori…

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The Field Guides Among Us: Dr. Alan Weakley, Director UNC Chapel Hill Herbarium 1:02:55

1M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Dr. Alan Weakley is a career-long botanist and conservation biologist firmly rooted in the southeast region of the U.S. For a little over 23 years, Dr. Weakley has served as the director of the UNC Chapel Hill Herbarium, which since 2000 has been part of the North Carolina Botanical Garden. Throughout his career, from his PhD work to his professori…

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Eileen Goudge - ALL THEY NEED TO KNOW 29:11

1M ago29:11

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In New York Times best-selling Author Eileen Goudge’s latest novel, All THEY NEED TO KNOW, Kyra, an abused wife of a rich, powerful man goes on the run, ending up across the country in a small California town where she hopes to hide out. Instead, she is embraced by the locals, who offer friendship, support, and acceptance—no questions asked. Inevit…

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Pre Autumnal Equinox Celebration with Erin Benzakein of Floret & Floret Originals 1:05:39

1M ago1:05:39

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Erin Benzakein of Floret Flower Farm needs little introduction to most garden-minded listeners. She has been so instrumental is cultivating a flower-farmer and flower-farming economy in our country. Her innovative and dedicated seed research and breeding work of the past almost decade, however, is whole new lens through which to appreciate her work…

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Pre Autumnal Equinox Celebration with Erin Benzakein of Floret & Floret Originals 1:05:39

1M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Erin Benzakein of Floret Flower Farm needs little introduction to most garden-minded listeners. She has been so instrumental is cultivating a flower-farmer and flower-farming economy in our country. Her innovative and dedicated seed research and breeding work of the past almost decade, however, is whole new lens through which to appreciate her work…

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Jane Dorian, Historian 50:30

1M ago50:30

50:30

Today in studio with Alison is with Jane DorianBy UBNGO

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Something in The Woods Loves You, with Jarod K. Anderson 55:58

2M ago55:58

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One day in his mid-adulthood, at a particularly low point after many years of battling debilitating depression, Jarod K. Anderson witnessed the presence of a Great Blue Heron fishing in a creek in the woods near his home. In the opening pages of his new book, Something in the Woods Loves You, he describes the transformative moment of meeting this “…

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Something in The Woods Loves You, with Jarod K. Anderson 55:58

2M ago55:58

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One day in his mid-adulthood, at a particularly low point after many years of battling debilitating depression, Jarod K. Anderson witnessed the presence of a Great Blue Heron fishing in a creek in the woods near his home. In the opening pages of his new book, Something in the Woods Loves You, he describes the transformative moment of meeting this “…

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Gardens in Spaces of Incarceration, with Cultural Geographer Dr. Elizabeth Lara 1:23:04

2M ago1:23:04

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This week, in honor of Labor Day just passed, we venture into the world of garden preservation, history through the lens of spaces of incarceration, and how these can help all of us consider, with clearer eyes, the great diversity of ways in which the word Garden is used.We’re in conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Lara, a cultural geographer and Garde…

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Gardens in Spaces of Incarceration, with Cultural Geographer Dr. Elizabeth Lara 1:23:04

2M ago1:23:04

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This week, in honor of Labor Day just passed, we venture into the world of garden preservation, history through the lens of spaces of incarceration, and how these can help all of us consider, with clearer eyes, the great diversity of ways in which the word Garden is used.We’re in conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Lara, a cultural geographer and Garde…

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Jennifer S. Brown - THE WHISPER SISTER 27:44

2M ago27:44

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In THE WHISPER SISTER, Jennifer S. Brown delivers an atmospheric coming-of-age story set in Prohibition-era New York, tracing one immigrant family’s fortunes and a young girl’s journey from the schoolyard to the speakeasy. The streets of New York in 1920 are most certainly not paved with gold, as Minnie Soffer learns when she arrives at Ellis Islan…

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BEST OF conversation with Gwendolyn Wallace author "Joy Takes Root" 56:35

2M ago56:35

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At this back-to-school, change-of-seasons moment, I thought we would all enjoy a good bedtime-story vibe. Enjoy this Best of CP conversation with Gwendolyn Wallace. Gwendolyn Wallace is a gardener, a student, a teacher, a historian, and the author of two new works of illustrated children’s literature. Joy Takes Root, and The Light She Feels Inside …

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BEST OF conversation with Gwendolyn Wallace author "Joy Takes Root" 56:35

2M ago56:35

56:35

At this back-to-school, change-of-seasons moment, I thought we would all enjoy a good bedtime-story vibe. Enjoy this Best of CP conversation with Gwendolyn Wallace. Gwendolyn Wallace is a gardener, a student, a teacher, a historian, and the author of two new works of illustrated children’s literature. Joy Takes Root, and The Light She Feels Inside …

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Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Dan Luzadder 51:20

2M ago51:20

51:20

Today Alison interviews Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Dan LuzadderBy UBNGO

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Thoughtful alchemy & sustainable floristry, Shane Connolly 54:44

2M ago54:44

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This week, A BEST OF conversation. In this long, hot, fiery summer here in Northern CA and wet and windy summer in other parts of the country – I really needed some flowers – and thought our conversation with the UK’s Shane Connolly might be just the thing. ENJOY!As we tend toward summer’s end, with end of summer and fall events and celebrations pe…

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Thoughtful alchemy & sustainable floristry, Shane Connolly 54:44

2M ago54:44

54:44

This week, A BEST OF conversation. In this long, hot, fiery summer here in Northern CA and wet and windy summer in other parts of the country – I really needed some flowers – and thought our conversation with the UK’s Shane Connolly might be just the thing. ENJOY!As we tend toward summer’s end, with end of summer and fall events and celebrations pe…

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Legendary comedian and impressionist Rich Little 53:12

2M ago53:12

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Today Alison interviews Legendary comedian and impressionist Rich LittleBy UBNGO

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Back to school (with plants) - Sean Doherty, VP of Education, Missouri Botanical Garden 59:22

3M ago59:22

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It’s back to school time – you can tell by the ads on television and radio (yes, I was watching the Olympics!) and by the displays at the stores with notebooks, pencils, backpacks, and lunch boxes being on prominent display. As you and I know, one of the best classrooms available to us all is the outdoors – from the wildlands of fields, woods, and …

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Back to school (with plants) - Sean Doherty, VP of Education, Missouri Botanical Garden 59:22

3M ago59:22

59:22

It’s back to school time – you can tell by the ads on television and radio (yes, I was watching the Olympics!) and by the displays at the stores with notebooks, pencils, backpacks, and lunch boxes being on prominent display. As you and I know, one of the best classrooms available to us all is the outdoors – from the wildlands of fields, woods, and …

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Welcome to the Shrub Club: Shrouded in Light Kevin Philip Williams & Michael Guidi 1:24:54

3M ago1:24:54

1:24:54

Late July, August, and September (the dog days of summer with the constellation Sirius high in the night sky) are perhaps the stretch of the year in most climates of the Northern Hemisphere that really show you what your garden and plants are made of (for better or worse) after months of them producing and growing under long hours of sun, high heat…

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Welcome to the Shrub Club: Shrouded in Light Kevin Philip Williams & Michael Guidi 1:24:54

3M ago1:24:54

1:24:54

Late July, August, and September (the dog days of summer with the constellation Sirius high in the night sky) are perhaps the stretch of the year in most climates of the Northern Hemisphere that really show you what your garden and plants are made of (for better or worse) after months of them producing and growing under long hours of sun, high heat…

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award winning author, performer and motivational speaker, Geri Jewell 52:21

3M ago52:21

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Today Alison interviews An award winning author, performer and motivational speaker, Geri JewellBy UBNGO

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Finding Your People: Navigating Adult Friendships and Networking as a Remote Mom 23:06

3M ago23:06

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Balancing work-from-home life with being a mom isn't always easy, but Britni has a hack - taking breaks. She’s a firm believer in stepping away from the computer, whether that's for a quick walk, a gym session, or even a chit-chat with a friend. She’s all about that brain-reset to regain focus and productivity. Sure, she gets caught in a cycle of j…

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The Botanical Journey & Lexicon of a Caring Plantsperson, with Tim Johnson, Native Plant Trust 1:09:13

3M ago1:09:13

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Tim Johnson is engaged in the native plant and garden worlds on both personal and professional levels. Having worked with Seed Savers Exchange earlier in his career, Tim last joined us on Cultivating Place a few years back as Executive Director for The Botanic Garden of Smith College.Tim is a spouse, a father, a life long learner and gardener, and …

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The Botanical Journey & Lexicon of a Caring Plantsperson, with Tim Johnson, Native Plant Trust 1:09:13

3M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Tim Johnson is engaged in the native plant and garden worlds on both personal and professional levels. Having worked with Seed Savers Exchange earlier in his career, Tim last joined us on Cultivating Place a few years back as Executive Director for The Botanic Garden of Smith College.Tim is a spouse, a father, a life long learner and gardener, and …

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Daniel Pyne - WATER MEMORY 30:38

3M ago30:38

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In prolific screenwriter Daniel Pyne’s latest thriller, WATER MEMORY—Black Ops specialist Aubrey Sentro may be one concussion away from death. But when pirates seize the cargo ship she’s on, she must decide whether to risk her life to save her fellow passengers. As she plays their deadly game of cat and mouse, she pushes herself to survive by focus…

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Hank Phillippi Ryan - HER PERFECT LIFE 23:53

3M ago23:53

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Hank Phillippi Ryan’s latest thriller, HER PERFECT LIFE, Lily Atwood, is an award-winning on-air television reporter with a seemingly perfect life. A job she loves that earns her incredible celebrity status, a seven-year-old loving daughter, Rowen, who goes to a posh private school; and the perfect beautiful home in a safe neighborhood. But not eve…

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Thriving as a Remote Mom: Building Local and Virtual Connections 33:01

3M ago33:01

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In this solo episode of The Remote Mom Collective, Britni delves into "Building Connections: Finding Community as a Remote Mom." Join Britni as she offers practical advice on stepping out of your comfort zone to connect with others, whether through book clubs, fitness classes, or local meet-ups. This episode is packed with actionable tips for build…

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A Devotion to the Mysterium of Place as an Antidote to Existential Homesickness, with Janisse Ray 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

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Working under the online name Trackless Wild, Janisse Ray is an American writer, naturalist, and environmental activist.Just about everything she does speaks to me of the largest meaning and importance of what it means to be a capital G gardener in our world.A moving storyteller, speaker, and teacher, her book titles include Ecology of A Cracker Ch…

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A Devotion to the Mysterium of Place as an Antidote to Existential Homesickness, with Janisse Ray 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Working under the online name Trackless Wild, Janisse Ray is an American writer, naturalist, and environmental activist.Just about everything she does speaks to me of the largest meaning and importance of what it means to be a capital G gardener in our world.A moving storyteller, speaker, and teacher, her book titles include Ecology of A Cracker Ch…

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Photographer Insider with Steve Piacente 27:50

3M ago27:50

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This episode of Big Blend Radio features photographer Steve Piacente, a reporter turned speechwriter, university professor, author, and life coach. You'll rarely find him without a camera is always at his side. Hear about his photography, what and who inspires him, his world travels, and more, plus, check out his editorial Q&A with us here: https:/…

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Overcoming Burnout: Remote Work, Motherhood, and Self-Care with Britni Burks 32:28

3M ago32:28

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Host Britni the Remote Mom and guest Britni Burks dive into a candid conversation about the challenges of remote work and motherhood. They discuss burnout, negative self-talk, and the importance of seeking help. The episode ends with an inspiring message from the host and an offer of support from the guest for moms transitioning back to the workfor…

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The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year" with Margaret Renkl BEST OF 1:03:10

4M ago1:03:10

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This week we revisit a favorite conversation from the archive, “The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year," with author and backyard tender and observer, Margaret Renkl. Reminding us that even on days when we feel overheated and overwhelmed, there is always some comfort, intelligence, and agency to be found among the flora and fauna of this generous pl…

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The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year" with Margaret Renkl BEST OF 1:03:10

4M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

This week we revisit a favorite conversation from the archive, “The Comfort of Crows, A Backyard Year," with author and backyard tender and observer, Margaret Renkl. Reminding us that even on days when we feel overheated and overwhelmed, there is always some comfort, intelligence, and agency to be found among the flora and fauna of this generous pl…

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Feuza Reis - Buying Property in Sicily 29:34

4M ago29:34

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This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel blogger Feuza Reis who shares the ins-and-outs of purchasing property in Sicily, especially through unique 1 Euro Homes project in San Piero Patti. A small village that's home to around 2,500 residents, San Piero Patti is located approximately 2 hour…

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Unveiling the Mystical: Navigating Spirituality and Remote Work with Libby Duffy 29:52

4M ago29:52

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In this thought-provoking episode of The Remote Mom Collective Podcast, Host Britni is joined by Libby Duffy, a mom in business and spiritual guide, to explore the world of "woo woo." Together, they uncover the stigmatization of non-traditional beliefs and practices and emphasize the importance of community and support for moms navigating remote wo…

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Trees are Bridges to the Sky, with ecologist poet Frederick Livingston 1:07:33

4M ago1:07:33

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“Are Humans Parasites sowing our own hunger, or fruit, gifts from Earth to our future? Is the edge of our lives, civilization, and species a cliff to catastrophe or a bridge to transformation?” These are the words, questions, and motivations of poet and gardener, Frederick Livingston author of Trees are Bridges to the Sky a collection of essays and…

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Trees are Bridges to the Sky, with ecologist poet Frederick Livingston 1:07:33

4M ago1:07:33

1:07:33

“Are Humans Parasites sowing our own hunger, or fruit, gifts from Earth to our future? Is the edge of our lives, civilization, and species a cliff to catastrophe or a bridge to transformation?” These are the words, questions, and motivations of poet and gardener, Frederick Livingston author of Trees are Bridges to the Sky a collection of essays and…

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Struggle of the Juggle: Learning to Hold Tight to the Glass Balls and Let the Plastic Ones Fall 26:45

4M ago26:45

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In this insightful episode of The RemoteMom Collective, I sit down with Laura Early to discuss "Struggle of the Juggle: Learning to Hold Tight to the Glass Balls and Let the Plastic Ones Fall." Laura is the Chief Experience Officer and Founder of WISE Advise + Assist Team, a virtual assisting agency powered by military and veteran spouses. With her…

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Good Citizenship = Good Stewardship: Native Seed/SEARCH, with Alexandra Zamecnik 1:01:16

4M ago1:01:16

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It’s the seedy time of summer. This week of the fourth of July we’re working from the premise that foundational to good citizenship is great stewardship of place (plants and people) and we are looking to the desert Southwest in conversation with Alexandra Zamecnik, Executive Director of Native Seed/SEARCH. For more than four decades, Native Seeds/S…

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