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The Trouble Feature Podcast

Aaron Weekes & Siobhan Walsh

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What happens when you get a film school dropout and a film major together in a room with a mic? Some good film trouble. Tune into each episode of The Trouble Feature Podcast where Aaron and Siobhan talk about what makes films great including breakdowns of screenplays, live table reads, and critical and pop culture analysis.
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The Sod Pod

Grassland Agro

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Hello Hello! Welcome to The Sod Pod. A hugely informative farming podcast brought to you by Grassland Agro where we like to chat all things farming across the Island of Ireland and beyond. From agronomy to technology, agricultural policy, machinery and more, we are also partial to a healthy GAA debate along the way. Streaming every fortnight, pop on and give us a listen!
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On this Episode John Ed and Sean caught up and discussed the on going fodder shortage and some useful calculators to help you work our you potential shortage. They also had a quick chat about The Teagasc Johnstown Castle Open Day and some of the items on display and discussed. And on a final note; best wishes to Clare and Cork in The All-Ireland Hu…
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On this episode John, Ed and Sean had a heavy conversation on data and fertiliser allowances. A tough mind field of data but they have done a great job of simplifying it as best they can to give you a clearer picture. And then for what's in the news they cover the Teagasc Grass 10 farm walks. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-po…
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On this episode James sat down with John and Ed to discuss, growth rates, fertiliser strategy, the clover struggles this year due to the unusual weather conditions and what the next phase of the Grassland Agro Soil Sustainability Programme entails. They also covered the recent announcement from the EU in relation to the Nature Restoration Proposal …
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On this episode the team from Grassland Agro were welcomed down to Teagasc Research Centre in Johnstown Castle County Wexford. John and Ed grabbed the gear and collared a fist of the Teagasc experts there on the day to talk about farming. They first nabbed David Wall and Edmond Casey, followed by Mark Plunkett and Mossy McCarthy. Then for this epis…
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On this episode John grabbed the gear and headed off to meet Deirdre O'Shea from AON. Deirdre works in their Food Agri and beverage division. Link to What's in the News Article; https://www3.farmersjournal.ie/agribusiness/news/food-price-inflation-changed-consumer-buying-behaviour-818230 The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/…
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On this episode James and Steady Eddie are joined by Marcus O'Halloran from Agri Aware. Marcus from Tipperary talks about his own farm enterprise and the role that Agri Aware take in educating the Irish Public about farming to give those out side the community a greater understanding of the role farming takes in society. The Sod Pod; https://ie.tim…
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On this episode John and Ed caught up with two people from Teagasc, Caitlin Looney and Joseph Dunphy. The had a detailed discussion on the impacts of clover and how to utilise it. They also discussed the two weeks of Teagasc Clover walks held up and down the country which was the followed by Clover week. #CloverWeek #BeleafinClover The Sod Pod; htt…
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On this episode John and Ed caught up with Siobhan Walsh, Tillage Editor with The Irish Farmers Journal. The discuss the issues currently facing and tillage and some situations that might help alleviate these pressures a bit. Link to The Tillage Podcast with Siobhan Walsh; https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UYV2Cj3Daqo8gzE14LTga?si=1abb3fdfa771426b …
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Wishing all our listeners a very happy St. Patricks Day. This episode is a little different. Firstly John caught up with the Team in Bee Media, Kevin and Abby. They talked about social media and content creation. Then James covered whats in the news. The article came from Agriland this week; https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/over-360000-passport…
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On this episode Ed and John recorded a tillage special with Shay Phelan. Shay is a Tillage and Potato Crop Specialist with Teagasc based in Oakpark Research Centre Co. Carlow. Whats in the News! https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/tillage-how-to-make-best-use-of-glyphosate/ The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/…
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On this episode James caught up with John, Ed and Eoin and they had a chat about the growing season ahead. This chat was heavily focused on The Spring Rotation Planner. Also, here is the link to the What's in the News section; https://www.farmersjournal.ie/dairy/grass-and-feeding/meet-the-sustainable-grassland-farmer-of-the-year-finalists-800015 Th…
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Hello, Hello! We are back for season three of The Sod Pod! James was joined by John and Lauren and they discussed the new range of protected fertilisers by Grassland Agro. Also please find the link to the article dicussed in the new section added to season three; What's In The News! https://www.farmersjournal.ie/news/news/dairy-farmers-in-derogatio…
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Hello, hello and welcome to the season finale of The Sod Pod! A huge thank you to each and everyone of you, our listeners. James caught up with Edward, Lauren and Eoin and they reviewed the season of The Sod Pod. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/…
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On this episode James Freeman, The Sharp Shooter, is joined by Lauren Stanley, Edward Healy and Sean "Wouldn't Hit A Barn Door" McMahon. The guys have a great conversation about preparing for the 2024 Nutrient Management Season. James won the Clay Pigeon Shooting and continues to win at whatever is thrown at him🤠 The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.c…
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On this episode James is joined by John, Claire, Eoin and Ed. The talk about the mineral need of animals and different ways of providing them. They also cover the risk of mineral deficiencies and hold to identify some of the causes. The Grassland Agro mineral block range is covered and the new names to help avoid confusion. The Sod Pod; https://ie.…
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Siobhan and Aaron tackle the movie of the summer by celebrating a movie of the past. In this episode, the hosts invite a special guest to talk about two feminist surrealist films: Barbie (2023) and Daisies (1966). Perhaps there's even a triple feature with Bottoms (2023). Tune in to hear how we connect the threads of movies we love. Listen and subs…
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Siobhan and Aaron have survived the current climate change apocalypse to record an episode on Willy Wonka (1971) and Snowpiercer (2013). In this episode, Siobhan presents a movie conspiracy theory that blows Aaron's mind into the atmosphere, like the great glass elevator. Tune in to hear how we connect the threads of movies we love. Listen and subs…
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On this episode James is joined by Edward Healy from the Product and Technical Team and Sean McMahon one of the original Sod Podders returns. These guys have a great chat about many topics from winter housing, department regulations, Body Condition Scoring, what's happening in Grassland Agro now and even a hockey reference. Link to Donal Kavanagh t…
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On this episode John loaded up the car with Edward Healy, Product and Technical Manager and Will Keane, Regional Manager East Region and headed over to Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow to the farm of Kyle and Emma Hanbidge. The Hanbidge family are 3rd generation farmers with a winter milk set-up. They have a huge focus on grass, clover and maize. The Sod Pod;…
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On this episode Lauren, Claire and Eoin where joined by Mark Waters from ICBF (Irish Cattle Breeding Federation). They have a conversation about the National Genotyping Programme. The National Genotyping Programme is a collaborative initiative designed to enable Ireland to take the first step in achieving a fully genotyped national herd. The progra…
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On this bonus episode of The Sod Pod James roamed around the Grassland Agro trade stand in the Innovation arena and caught up with many Grassland Agro employees to discuss Ploughing 2023 and how it is going so far. Many people interviewed from Liam Woulfe and Donagh Barrow, to Lauren Stanley, Claire Aspel, Nikki McGrath, John O'Loughlin and David C…
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On this episode James and Lauren are joined by Lorraine Rossiter our Human Resources Manager in Grassland Agro and two of our Technical Sales Advisors Evelyn Fenlon and John Delee. The group have a great discussion about working in Grassland Agro, the continued expansion and the opportunities within. If you would like to find out more; Email: caree…
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On this episode James Freeman, Eoin Quinn and Lauren Stanley welcome Matt Thompson to The Sod Pod. Matt is an agronomist for Grassland Agro covering the East Wicklow Region. But Matt has a very interesting story about how "the guy from the housing estate" in Bray fell in love with farming from a very young age and has never looked back. Matt has, t…
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Siobhan and Aaron take a break from the standard double-feature format to discuss Letterboxd Top 4s. If you are new to the film social app, no fear. The hosts explain why the Top 4s emerged and how their popularity blossomed. Siobhan and Aaron share and workshop their Top 4s. Listen and subscribe to The Trouble Feature Podcast. Submit feedback to t…
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On this episode James Freeman is joined with the usual suspects Lauren Stanley, Claire Aspel and John O'Loughlin. But the newest member of the team Eoin Quinn from County Tyrone comes on to make his Sod Pod debut also. They discuss a handful of topics including the national fertiliser database and veterinary bill. These are coming thick and fast on…
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Enjoy our first director breakdown on The Trouble Feature podcast, where Aaron and Siobhan discuss Wes Anderson's classics The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) and The Darjeeling Limited (2007). Siobhan and Aaron chat about what it is to be an auteur in film school corner, along with other auteurs who've impacted them. Siobhan gives her review of Wes Anders…
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On this episode James Freeman sits down with Lauren Stanley, Claire Aspel and John O'Loughlin to have a great discussion with Cork dairy farmer, Mike Bermingham. Mike gives us a great insight into his own farm, grass measuring, Grass10, Clover, fertiliser and the all important ginger nut biscuit. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-so…
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On this episode James is joined with Lauren, Claire and John as they discuss the soil sample reports that the department of agriculture have been sending out to farmers to allow them to have a better understanding of its details. A very detailed report and we have attempted to summarise it in slightly more understandable language. No mean feat! The…
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On this episode Claire Aspel and John O'Loughlin catch up with three of our seven Work placement Students as the give us an insight into what they are seeing in farming and their experiences so far with Grassland Agro. We have Eoghan Devereux from The Model County, Wexford. Tadhg Griffin from The Kingdom of Kerry and Dara Heffernan from The Premier…
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On this episode James was tied up as he attended a milk quality event organised by Tirlán so Lauren, Claire and John carried the show. They have a lovely conversation about many topics facing farmers at the moment from soil health to sheep. From Clare losing the Munster final to muted microphones The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-so…
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On this episode John and David had the pleasure of being joined by David Wall and Cathal Somers from Teagasc. As we stare down the barrel of drought conditions they give some really practial urgent advice on what steps are best to take to help manage these pressure points. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/…
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On this episode Lauren and Claire headed off to Tipperary to meet You Tube and Instagram Influencer / Entertainer MC Milking It. Mark loves Showing how milk is produced on our grass based, dairy family farm in Ireland 🌱🐄 Promoting Social, Economic & Environmental Sustainable Agriculture 🚜 YouTube; youtube.com/c/MCMilkingIt Insta; https://www.instag…
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On this latest episode, James is joined by Lauren, Claire and Davy to chat where we’re at as regards farming at this time of year. They discuss growth rates and weather conditions with some tips to gain an edge in maximising grass returns. Lauren and Claire also give a summary on the latest edition of their monthly news bulletin; Out The Gap. May i…
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On this episode, James is joined by Lauren, John, Claire and Social Media Farming Influencer Andrew Macky! Andrew is a Dairy Farmer in New Zealand and milks his cows Once A Day. He posts videos of daily farm life milking 320 jersey cows in beautiful sunny New Zealand. The cows are on a all grass system with a bit of supplement to allow for hot dry …
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On this episode, James is joined by Lauren, John, Claire and Davy and they discuss a recent outing in Teagasc Grange where they all got an insight in Calf To Beef and Red Clover. In the morning they had the privilege along with all The Grassland Agro Team to be welcomed onto the farm of Morty O'Sullivan where John Maher gave a grass measuring maste…
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On this episode, Lauren, John and Davy headed on down to Teagasc Soil, Environment and Land use Research Centre in Johnstown Castle, County Wexford. A brilliant event took place, The Farming for Soil Health event. James got the easy job of indoor edits and recording from the comfort of Paddy Ryan's pub in Listerlin, while the lads battled the crowd…
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On this latest episode, James, is joined by John, Davy, Lauren and Claire. They have a great chat about Spring Grazing and cover many of the triggers to watch out for to maximise growth rates . Lauren and Claire have also launched issue two of their monthly one pager Out The Gap. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/…
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On this latest episode, James, John and Davy made a visit to Kildalton Agricultural College where they were joined by Vice Principal, James Ryan and had a chat about the college, farming, a splash of GAA and plenty more ! James, a Tipp native is currently in his fifth year as vice principal at Kildalton. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcas…
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On this episode, James packs John and David into the car and they head up the road to County Laois where they land onto the farm of John Brennan, Senior Business Manager for the East Region with Tirlán. After a quick cup of Barry's Tea and some purple snacks they settle down for the serious business and chat with John about a range of topics includ…
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Its Season Two and we are back! This season will see a larger focus on overall Nitrogen Use Efficiency. On this episode, James catches up with John, David, Lauren and Claire, the full crew and all experts in their own rights. They take a look at the year ahead, what we need to plan for and talk fertiliser regulations, slurry and soil health amongst…
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On this episode we review Season One of The Sod Pod. Nikki McGrath joins James Freeman to talk about the season and pull out some of their favourite clips. There is also a blooper reel near the end. A huge thank you to all who helped make season one possible. The panel, the guests, the backroom team and most importantly, you, the listener. Everyone…
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On this episode of the Sod Pod, Davy and John headed down to Moorepark to have a chat with Teagasc Grass10 Manager John Maher. John, a proud Kilkenny man living in County Cork, gives a huge overview on the Teagasc Grass10 programme. The focus of the programme is promoting profitable and sustainable milk and meat production from grass on Irish farms…
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On this episode of the Sod Pod, James and John have a chat with the newest additions to the team, the lovely Lauren and Claire. Both ladies hail from a farming background so have plenty of insight and experience between them! They talk all things farming, grass management, sulphur and what solutions we need for a sustainable future. The Sod Pod; ht…
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On this episode we are delighted to welcome back past pupil Sean McMahon! Sean recently popped the question to his beloved Bronagh and this in turn sparked a very important conversation - where will we go for the stag? This led us on to farming systems and grassland management in New Zealand, regional and farming pressures in the Netherlands and mo…
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On this episode we are joined by Niall Laffan and he gives a great insight into the family farm. From Sunflower, multispecies swards and pumpkins. Kingstown Farm is a family run farm. In 2021 they planted a 3.5 acre field of sunflowers in aid of the Irish Cancer Society and the National Orthopaedic Hospital Dublin. It turned out to be a huge succes…
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