Best August Pots Podcasts (2024)

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Help Ukraine and Never Give Up - October 9th 2024 2:07

1h ago2:07

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October 9th 2024 Yuriy shares his thoughts on the future, the new projects he's embarking on, and the true stories of resilience and hope from Ukraine. Plus, find out how you can support his work and read his latest Substack post: https://yuriymatsarsky.substack.com/p/ruins-of-palestine You can email Yuriy, ask him questions or simply send him a me…

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Dreaming of Dahlias with Jenny Williams (LIVE at Shrewsbury Flower Show) 22:24

1d ago22:24

22:24

She's back, for a second sitting on the Sip & Sow podcast. Jenny joined me for a full episode earlier this year, where I visited the famous Laundry Garden in all of it's glory... but I was still left wanting to know more, especially when I knew Jenny was keeping a secret up her sleeves! All is revealed in this episode as she unveils her brand new c…

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The Russians Want To Fight NATO - October 1st 2024 3:41

8d ago3:41

3:41

October 1st 2024 Yuriy underscores the critical role the Ukrainian army plays in defending not just Ukraine but the broader Western world against Russian aggression. He highlights Russia's inhumane military practices and warns of their intentions to use subjugated Ukrainians to wage war against NATO, emphasizing the importance of supporting Ukraine…

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The power within with Charlotte Spillane (LIVE at Shrewsbury Flower Show) 28:03

8d ago28:03

28:03

When I was choosing who this weeks podcast guest would be, looking at all of the recordings from Shrewsbury Flower Show, Charlotte's was calling out to me. This episode feels like something we could all do with this week when it's wet and miserable, and one thing i know for sure is that Charlotte will cheer you up and make you think differently. As…

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You Are The Resistance. Still - September 23rd 2024 5:36

17d ago5:36

5:36

September 23rd 2024 Yuriy he recounts his recent travels across war-torn Ukraine, including a visit to his hometown of Kharkiv. In this episode, Yuriy delves into health issues exacerbated by constant stress, the agony of seeing his city under attack, misguided foreign perspectives on the war, and heartbreaking stories of Russian oppression. He end…

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Taking socials by storm with the Botanical Reprobates (LIVE at Shrewsbury Flower Show) 15:17

28d ago15:17

15:17

The Botanical Reprobates, otherwise known as Alice & Annie, seem to have appeared out of nowhere. Before we knew it they were appearing on all of our screens with their quizzes and games. They've taken horticultural social media by storm, why? By simply being themselves, and we love it! Alice and Annie have an infectious way of just recording thems…

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Adam Frost - BBC Gardeners' World Autumn Fair 2024 Show Preview 12:45

30d ago12:45

12:45

See Adam Frost at BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair on Friday 20th AugustBy Immediate Live

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Pippa Probert - BBC Gardeners' World Autumn Fair 2024 Preview 11:19

29d ago11:19

11:19

Designer of the Showcase Garden 'summer's Last Hoorah'By Immediate Live

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Potty for pots with Tom's Yard (LIVE at Shrewsbury Flower Show) 22:37

1M ago22:37

22:37

Thomas Pearson started his business at 23, totally new to Horticulture and with one sole passion for pots. In that time quite a lot has changed! He definitely never thought he'd see his pots on television, nor in some of the most famous gardens in the country. He's been in the Young Horticulturalist of the Year Awards, featured in famous horticultu…

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Putin Will Need a Lot Of Cannon Fodder - August 28th 2024 3:18

1M ago3:18

3:18

August 28th 2024 Yuriy notes that last weekend marked two and a half years since the start of the war in Ukraine and he reflects on the profound losses and relentless struggle for survival. He calls on listeners to support Ukraine, emphasizing the dire consequences if the world neglects their plight. You can email Yuriy, ask him questions or simply…

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Fighting fires with Jonny Hincks (LIVE at Shrewsbury Flower Show) 14:39

1M ago14:39

14:39

He seemed to appear out of nowhere just a few years ago, but now Jonny has become a household name with his comedy reels and his prestigious lawn. @gardenwithjonny makes gardening accessible, relevant and funny (with many people passive aggressively tagging in their husbands and wives into some of his reels). It's no surprise then that his accounts…

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Sherman's March To Kursk - August 22nd 2024 2:52

2M ago2:52

2:52

August 22nd 2024 Yuriy vividly recounts Ukraine's bold offensive into Russia, drawing parallels with General Sherman's historic march. As he shares his personal reflections and hopes for a decisive victory, Yuriy provides a raw and insightful perspective on the ongoing conflict. You can email Yuriy, ask him questions or simply send him a message of…

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Creating a community with Jenny Williams at The Laundry Garden 38:52

2M ago38:52

38:52

This is one garden that needs no introduction... and that's because it's become an internet phenomenon in it's own right. The Laundry Garden might have started with humble aspirations to create a beautiful walled garden, but it's since become a whole community. In this episode of the Sip & Sow Podcast, Jenny explains the moment she decided to share…

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The Spy Who Used Me - August 5th 2024 5:01

2M ago5:01

5:01

August 5th 2024 Yuriy unravels the shocking truth behind a supposed ally—a Spanish journalist who turned out to be a Russian spy. Yuriy describes a real-life encounter with a Russian intelligence agent and the haunting aftermath of betrayal on the front lines of Ukraine. You can email Yuriy, ask him questions or simply send him a message of support…

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Kim O'Brien - BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair 2024 Preview 8:30

2M ago8:30

8:30

A background in Medical Sciences and Mathematics may seem an unlikely starting point for a garden designer, but Kim‘s extensive knowledge of these subjects has proven invaluable when drawing inspiration for her design work. Kim creatively translates sequences, patterns, and natural geometry to the drawing board, enabling her to build schemes that s…

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Tamsin Westhorpe - Plant Expert & Experienced horticultural journalist - Autumn 2024 Preview 6:51

3M ago6:51

6:51

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Kevin Smith - Editor, Gardeners World Magazine - Autumn Preview 2024 5:05

2M ago5:05

5:05

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Adam Kirtland - Tales From The Potting Bench Autumn 2024 Preview 15:18

3M ago15:18

15:18

The host of the chart topping podcast, Tales From The Potting Bench – Adam is a gardener, writer and public speaker not to mention an expert when it comes to all things DIY in the garden. When it comes to gardening, Adam tries to make and mend as much as he can, recycling thrown away items into unique garden projects and eye catching designs. Over …

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Marcus Bean - BBC Gardeners' Autumn Fair 2024 Show Preview 5:13

2M ago5:13

5:13

Marcus Bean is a chef, author, and presenter, who learned to cook by taking charge of the kitchen in his Shropshire pub. He got straight in the kitchen and taught himself to cook and then went on to win Iron chef UK on channel 4. Since then, Marcus has become a regular chef on ITV’s “This Morning”, wrote a cookery book all about Chicken, releases i…

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Saul Walker - BBC Gardeners' Autumn Fair 2024 Show Preview 7:11

2M ago7:11

7:11

Saul Walker fell in love with horticulture through his Grandparents passion for visiting historic houses and gardens, and after a brief spell as an Archaeologist, he went to train and work as a Gardener for the National Trust at Antony House in Cornwall. After many years there he was accepted to study on the prestigious 3-year Kew Diploma of Botani…

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Sara Ward - BBC Gardeners' Autumn Fair 2024 Show Preview 15:13

2M ago15:13

15:13

Sara Ward has transformed her Victorian terraced house in London into an urban smallholding, ‘Hen Corner’, complete with chickens, honeybees, fruit trees and overflowing veg patches. Last year they harvested £4,000 worth of food from their back garden. Her recent book ‘Living the Good Life in the City’ shares some of the ways she and her family hav…

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Louise Ellis - Head Gardener at Audley End House and Gardens - Autumn 2024 Preview 18:32

2M ago18:32

18:32

Following a career change from social care in her mid 30’s, Louise studied horticulture at Brooksby Melton College in Leicestershire and gain practical paid experience at the same time by working for a local garden centre, a specialist plant nursery and a large scale bedding grower. Having successfully gained a place as a Historic and Botanic Garde…

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Emma Crawforth - Horticultural Editor of BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine - Autumn 2024 Preview 17:19

2M ago17:19

17:19

Emma Crawforth is the Horticultural Editor of BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine and responsible for shaping gardening content that’s horticulturally correct. Kew trained, she’s worked for the brand for over 10 years creating inspirational, problem-solving and thought-provoking features. At home she grows fruit, veg and flowers while tending her ornamen…

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David Hurrion - BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair 2024 Preview 5:52

3M ago5:52

5:52

David Hurrion has spent more than 20 years writing for and editing the nation’s crop of garden magazines, and is now Associate Editor for BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine. David has also appeared both as a regular contributor and an horticultural commentator on a wide range of national and local radio programmes, as well as on television. David’s know…

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Berry good: Inside the fruit farm with Moore Berries UK 40:58

3M ago40:58

40:58

Their family started out growing strawberry plants in Norfolk over 30 years ago, but for Toby and Imagen this is a brand new journey, as they're just one year into their own soft fruit farm. Previously only available to commercial growers, they wanted to let home growers buy from them directly too, cutting out the middleman (often many) of nurserie…

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The Russians Are Bombing New York - July 26th 2024 3:42

3M ago3:42

3:42

July 26th 2024 Yuriy delves into the story of the small Ukrainian town of New York, which is facing relentless destruction by Russian forces. He highlights the stark contrasts and tragic connections between this town and its namesake in America, highlighting the symbolic and brutal nature of the ongoing conflict. You can email Yuriy, ask him questi…

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Against all odds with Roz Chandler 33:56

3M ago33:56

33:56

This weeks podcast is a little bit special, many of you know that I met todays guest just one year ago, a relationship which initially started as a client, but soon blossomed into a deep friendship. Roz Chandler is a British Flower Farmer and owner of Field Gate Flowers, proudly supplying sustainable, seasonal blooms. This last year has been her mo…

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BONUS EPISODE: Sowing Inspiration with Leanne Wood 7:22

3M ago7:22

7:22

Okay, hands up, we had a little technical error when we were recording this weeks podcast, and for some reason our microphones didn't work when we recorded this section with Leanne. It sounded odd in the main episode, but we couldn't not let you hear it as a standalone bonus, because it's just such an inspirational conversation with one incredible …

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The Fist After Pol Pot - July 16th 2024 3:53

3M ago3:53

3:53

July 16th 2024 Yuriy explores the chilling synchrony between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's acceptance of an honor from Putin and a missile strike on a Ukrainian hospital, showing how tyrants like Putin are normalizing evil today. He also examines how cultural icons and global politicians still engage with Putin, reflecting a troubling ambig…

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Sowing inspiration: LIVE from BBC Gardeners World Live 36:41

3M ago36:41

36:41

This weeks episode was recorded LIVE at BBC Gardeners World Live at the NEC Birmingham, where I catch up with award winning garden designers Ben Shutler & Kim O'Brien, from the middle of their show gardens. Ben's garden is the first to feature chickens, in a unique run around the perimeter of the garden, whilst Kim's garden brings people together t…

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EXCLUSIVE: Inside QVC with Michael Perry 49:13

3M ago49:13

49:13

In a Sip & Sow exclusive, this week the one and only Michael Perry chats to me about his incredible journey in horticulture, including how he ended up on one of TV's biggest channels. "This is actually quite as big deal because they don't let people in very often... and I've never talked on a podcast about the QVC side of my career." says Michael a…

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The Children: Russia's Terrible Enemies - July 8th 2024 3:45

3M ago3:45

3:45

July 8th 2024 Yuriy shares his dislike for cinemas but draws powerful parallels between the movie 'Dunkirk' and Ukraine's current war against Russian aggression. He describes the devastating impact of the conflict on civilians, particularly children, and calls for global support to stop the atrocities committed by Russian forces. You can email Yuri…

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Life in colour with Manoj Malde 52:29

3M ago52:29

52:29

The Sip & Sow Podcast is back for a brand new season! But one things for sure, the great conversations with inspiring horticultural guests are back, and I wanted to start with one that means a great deal to me and this podcast. Manoj Malde. Why? Because Manoj was actually the inspiration for me starting this podcast in the first place, after a conv…

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My Film Has Premiered And There's One More In The Making - June 24th 2024 2:27

4M ago2:27

2:27

June 24th 2024 Yuriy shares the emotional journey of his film's premiere and gives a sneak peek into his next project dedicated to the realities of war. Discover the stories behind the scenes and the people who inspired them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAHe_g7Z3vg https://yuriymatsarsky.substack.com/p/cannibals-but-partners-why-the-west?r=dzvo…

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The Grim Norm Of Wartime - June 18th 2024 2:48

4M ago2:48

2:48

June 18th 2024 Yuriy reflects on the grim reality of war, where death becomes an all-too-familiar presence. He discusses the heavy emotional toll of losing friends and colleagues, both through warfare and other tragic circumstances, highlighting the insufficiency of psychological defenses built for war when faced with non-combat deaths. https://yur…

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Ade Sellars - The Good Life Gardener 11:44

4M ago11:44

11:44

Ade Sellars - The Good Life GardenerBy Immediate Live

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Adam Kirtland -Tales From The Potting Bench 10:01

4M ago10:01

10:01

Adam Kirtland -Tales From The Potting BenchBy Immediate Live

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Glyn Purnell - Chef's Table Show Garden 7:46

4M ago7:46

7:46

Find Glynn Purnell at BBC Gardeners’ World Live on all four days (13-16 June) at the Chef’s Table Show Garden. Often called the ‘Yummy Brummie’, Glynn Purnell started cooking professionally at the age of 14. After securing a work experience placement in a hotel kitchen, he spent the next two years catching the No 966 bus to the Metropole Hotel at t…

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Joe Bagley - House Plant Doctor 8:47

4M ago8:47

8:47

Joe Bagley - House Plant DoctorBy Immediate Live

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Michael Perry - Mr Plant Geek 8:48

4M ago8:48

8:48

Michael Perry - Mr Plant GeekBy Immediate Live

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Jason Williams - The Cloud Gardener 12:35

4M ago12:35

12:35

Jason Williams - The Cloud GardenerBy Immediate Live

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Yulia Lisle - 3D Oil Paintings of plants 8:34

4M ago8:34

8:34

www.yulialisle.comBy Immediate Live

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Nicki Chapman - Hosting the Theatre at this year’s BBC Gardeners’ World Live 11:50

4M ago11:50

11:50

Nicki Chapman is back hosting the Theatre at this year’s BBC Gardeners’ World Live. Taking place from Thursday 13th – Sunday 16th June 2024 at the NEC Birmingham, Nicki will be leading a range of ‘in-conversation’ talks with some of the UK’s top gardening experts.By Immediate Live

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Elaine Nichols - Cottage Garden Society 6:15

4M ago6:15

6:15

Elaine Nichols - Cottage Garden SocietyBy Immediate Live

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Conor Campion - BBQ Expert 6:01

4M ago6:01

6:01

Conor Campion - BBQ ExpertBy Immediate Live

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Neil Gow - Peter Seabrook New Plant Award 8:47

4M ago8:47

8:47

Neil Gow - Peter Seabrook New Plant AwardBy Immediate Live

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Bob Sweet - BBC Gardeners' World Live Horticultural Director 20:01

4M ago20:01

20:01

Bob Sweet - BBC Gardeners' World Live Horticultural DirectorBy Immediate Live

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Tamsin Westhorpe - Plant Expert & experienced horticultural journalist 8:03

4M ago8:03

8:03

Tamsin Westhorpe is an experienced horticultural journalist and author, RHS Chelsea Flower Show Judge, podcaster and lecturer. After editing a national magazine for many years Tamsin is now curator and gardener at Stockton Bury Gardens in Herefordshire. Having started her horticultural career at the age of 17, spending time as a parks gardener and …