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On March 30, 1952 four men were executed in Athens, Greece. They were accused of being communists and committing acts of espionage and treason. Three years later, the daughters of one of these men were put on a plane and sent to America. They were adopted by a wealthy Greek American couple in Massachusetts. Their adoption was the first of a long line of adoptions between Greece and the US that has been kept a secret for years. It is a story that takes us back to the Cold War years and to a r ...
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The WE Pivot Podcast educates women entrepreneurs on the different digital marketing strategies, tools, and the newest trends and insights that have helped others succeed. Al and Tona have crafted each episode to help you learn the strategies, tools, and techniques you need to compete online while cheering you along the way!
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Melon Sugar Podcasts covers a range of topics in daily life including Arts, Society & Culture and Music. Hosts: Kerd and Delali Connect with #melonsugarpodcast follow us on social media Twitter: @melonsugar_pod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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G’Day MMA is a weekly podcast hosted by MMA Fighter and commentator Alan Jouban and ex pro skateboarder and long time radio personality turned podcaster Jason Ellis. Each week, Alan and Jason will take a inside look into the latest mixed martial arts news, fights, and interviews from the world’s fastest growing sport.
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Listen here to learn about seasonal hints and tips for your allotment or garden from us at Ashbourne Road and District Allotments Derby. We can be a tad outrageous, rude and even a bit naughty, but growing your own flowers, fruit and vegetables from seed should be fun and definitely memorable! We will teach you all you want (and need to know) coming directly from off the plot including chitting and as well as chatting to other unsuspecting folk from around site and beyond. The Plotcast is an ...
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Alex MacPhail Podcast is a show where we interview world-class guests from around the globe. In-depth, long-form, unfiltered conversations share the highs and lows, and what it takes to be world-class. We speak with astronauts, entrepreneurs, world champions, Olympic athletes, race pilots, authors and many more. Please subscribe, rate and leave a review. This helps us to get recognised and improve the show. With your help, we can continue to improve the show. Remember to reach to social medi ...
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This time Elaine and Julia talk to Thelma Robinson from the Derbyshire Beekeepers Association. Thelma educates listeners on the challenges bees faced this year, the importance of planting for pollinators, and the fascinating behaviour of honeybees. Julia’s curiosity leads to a whimsical discussion on whether bees have knees, adding a touch of humou…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered why some brands seem to always stay top of mind while others fade into the background? This week on the WePivot podcast, we uncover the magic ingredient: consistency. Join Tona as she shares personal anecdotes and real-world experiences to highlight the crucial role consistency plays in digital marketing. Tona …
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia tackle the topic of weed management on allotments, offering practical advice and sharing personal anecdotes about the use of weed burners. They discuss the pros and cons of using weed burners versus traditional methods and the importance of safety when handling such equipment. Elaine and Julia also delve into the e…
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Elaine and Julia are back for another episode of the Potty Plotters Plotcast, enjoying the lovely weather outside. The main topic of discussion is the multifaceted use of sheds on allotments. Elaine shares her experience of having three sheds—one for pots, one for tools, and a sitting shed for relaxation and occasional tea and cream scones. Julia t…
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In this lively episode, Elaine and Julia celebrate National Allotments Week, discussing the importance of showcasing allotment activities and welcoming the local community to learn more about the joys of allotment gardening. They reflect on the changing demographics of allotment users, noting the increase in flowers. The duo shares amusing anecdote…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia find themselves recording from Gareth’s house due to logistical reasons, giving them a chance to nosey around his plants and greenhouse. They discuss the challenges of staying on task at the allotment, especially when faced with the overwhelming need to deadhead, harvest, and water. Gareth showcases his modest toma…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia discuss the importance of pruning fruit trees and share their personal experiences with espalier pear trees, apple trees, and the intriguing plumcot. Learn the best practices for summer pruning to encourage growth and fruit production for the next year. They also delve into the benefits of collecting rainwater for …
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia find themselves serenaded by the sounds of an 80s and 90s music festival nearby, but they stick to the task at hand—discussing all things allotment. They clarify some points from last week's episode, including what Elaine has been harvesting from her plot. They dive into the mysteries of potatoes, especially those …
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia discuss the challenges of this year's unpredictable weather and its impact on their gardening efforts. From waterlogged plots to late planting seasons, they share their experiences and offer advice on how to adapt. Kev's potatoes are a no-show, and the ladies ponder the mysterious disappearance of bees, leading to …
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia dive into the excitement of their recent adventures and garden updates. Discover how Julia caught a man fondling her melons in the polytunnel and what his wife had to say about it. Elaine and Julia also share their experiences with netting fruit bushes to protect them from birds and discuss the challenges of growin…
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This time around, we look at Julia's melons and see how they are doing. What is strultch and how do you use it? And the return of Tina Green of GreenBlooms to talk summer flowers and how the weather has hit crops. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia talk about the damage the weather has done to the plants. Everything you wanted to know about growing celeriac but were afraid to ask, and how does Elaine keep slugs from the lettuces? If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow…
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This time Elaine and Julia talk about succession planting. They also talk about flowers on the plots and how to let your squashes know who's boss! If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naught…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia talk weeding and hoeing. There's an update on the mealbarrows. And they talk to BBC Weatherman Rob Rose about why the weather's been so bad and when it might improve. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia check in with everything beginning with P, including peas, parsnips, perennials, potatoes and there might even be a party political broadcast from someone who wants to be Minister for Allotments! If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplot…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia plant up a greenhouse. Learn the best ways to get results from your tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers. Find out why having marigold in your greenhouse is good and where each plant should go. Also, keep hold of your drinks bottles - they will come in useful! If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a suppor…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia go potty about the flowers they are growing this year in the week of RHS Chelsea. Also, part two of our interview with Lee Norbury. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter G…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a spark of inspiration can ignite a booming business? Brenna Millville, the force behind Elly and Grace, shares her journey from a conference lightbulb moment to shipping over half a million faith-based apparel pieces worldwide. With her husband's support and a timely bonus from her previous job, Brenna’s l…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever feel like everyone else is sprinting ahead while you're stuck in place? Join me, Tona Haywood, on the WE Pivot Podcast, where we tackle the comparison trap and find your unique path to success. This episode is packed with real, actionable advice for women entrepreneurs. From supporting your peers with prayer to refreshi…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia catch up with Lee Norbury to find out what he's been up to since last years' RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Also - fancy a crisp lettuce - we explain how to grow one. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Fa…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia start off this years' squashes and courgettes. There's also sunflowers, and find out why Elaine keeps a spoon in her handbag! If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a support us to keep going - head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in t…
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In this episode we celebrate World Naked Gardening Day - by making a staw-bra-ery. We also give you updates on everything we've planted and we meet someone collecting bras for a good cause. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter …
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In this episode we officially open our new HQ and record the first episode to come from there. Also, updates on beans, peas and tomatoes. What is interplanting? And taking cuttings from the antirrhinums. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instag…
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This time (rain permitting) Elaine and Julia sow this years' chard. They also start off the cucumbers and loofahs. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your a…
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In this episode we go mad on tomatoes. Elaine and Julia explain the different types of plants. How to get the best results and we explore if planting in containers really works. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia start sowing the broad beans. We have some breaking news abut slugs, and Julia talks beds...for the asparagus. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia catch up with Callum Stokes. We first met Callum last season in episode 26 when he had a starter plot. He's graduated to a full plot now so hear about some of what he's been up to and why he's stuck at it. Also, how smashing a fat ball can keep the kids busy over the Easter holidays, and testing the soil temperature…
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Send us a text Join us as we chat with Laura Vanderslice from Sam's Club about the magic of connecting with customers through real stories and genuine emotions. Laura shares how mixing practical solutions with heartfelt messages makes Sam's Club's campaigns truly stand out. She believes in finding the deep reasons why people love a brand, showing u…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia discuss the advantages of seed tapes. Elaine cuts open a squash to see if she can gather seeds from it, and do slugs have ears? Listen in to find out. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get i…
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In this episode we check in on the teams efforts with the Teeny Greeny's from last time. Elaine and Julia explain the different ways of watering. AND we talk to the King of Allotments Rob Smith ahead of the launch of his new book, "Grow To Eat" If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Fol…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how sharing your own story could amplify the impact of your content? That's the golden thread we tug at in our latest podcast episode, where we delve into the recently introduced 'Experience' factor in Google's E-E-A-T guidelines. My journey with Call to Edify serves as a case study, revealing how intertwining …
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In this episode Elaine and Julia sow this years' leeks. They give advice on following instructions on seed packets, and plan Producer Gareth's garden. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to https://ko-fi.com/thepottyplotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotte…
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Ever wondered what the Peat ban is and how to work with Peat free compost? We try to get to the bottom of it with Dave Kerry from GroWell. It's the time of year to start thinking about setting your onions and shallots. Also an update on the sweet peas, snapdraggons and chillies. If you enjoy the Plotcast and would like to leave us a tip head to htt…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia talk sweet peas and the best ways to start them off. They chit potatoes, and meet Simon Bacon the Plantzzman who tells them about trees. Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotment or gardening.…
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Send us a text Embark on a transformative journey with video content creation coach and online course expert XayLi Barclay, as we unravel the secrets to pivoting from corporate life to thriving entrepreneurship. Witness first-hand XayLi's candid revelations about overcoming her initial fears and harnessing the dynamic power of video to forge genuin…
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Elaine and Julia are back on the plots and in this episode they plant Snapdragons (or Antirrhinum to give them their Latin name) and chillies (or Chillies in Latin!). They also talk pests (no not Kev Plot 2!) Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotment…
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Send us a text Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of an entrepreneurial journey that suddenly goes quiet? That's exactly what I, Tona Haywood, explore in a solo edition of the We Pivot Podcast. As I walk you through the strategic decisions reshaping our business, the silence since last February unfolds into a story of growth, new challeng…
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In this episode Elaine & Julia look back over some of the funny bits of this season. Including The Red Robin tomato saga and how Elaine grew the wrong cucumbers! Happy New Year from the Potty Plotters! Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotment or gar…
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In this special episode Elaine & Julia look back over some of the guests to appear on the Plotcast in season 1. Including Rob Smith, Jonathan Moseley and Steve Backshaw. Merry Christmas from the Potty Plotters! Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotme…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia answer your questions, admire the dried flowers from the plots in Elaine's house, and discuss a new study at Harper Adams University in Shropshire which is looking at slug control. Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your all…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia make an edible Christmas wreath plus find out what we'll be harvesting to eat at Christmas lunch! Full video on our YouTube channel youtube.com/@PottyPlotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotment or gardening.…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia are let loose with a knife, a bulb and hot wax! They're waxing amaryllis for Christmas. Watch the full video on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@PottyPlotters Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotment or gardening.…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia talk all things herbs with Andy Perry. He runs Urban Herbs UK based in Birmingham, and presents the Growing Up podcast with his wife Kate. Find Andy on social media @urbanherbsuk or @andygrowsherbs on Instagram Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A p…
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In this episode Julia's greenhouse is smoking...as she describes how a smoke bomb clears it ready for next year. We dig up the parsnips after the recent floods. And, what should we do with the asparagus at this time of year? Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help wit…
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In this episode, Elaine and Julia survey the flood damage to the plots. We learn how to build a bug hotel, and the best way to use a composter and get great results! Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotment or gardening.…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia are joined by Tina Green from Green Blooms to design a spooky flower display using a pumpkin. Also on the agenda - Over wintering peas and beans; Wood on the plots and a reflection on the recent flooding. We've reached 12,000 downloads - thank you to everyone who's listened! Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Ins…
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In this episode Elaine and Julia discuss soil improvers (including muck!) and find out what to buy Elaine for Christmas...sorry what bargains there are around for your loved one this year. Follow us @pottyplotters on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Get in touch: naughtycorner@pottyplotters.uk A podcast for help with your allotment or gardening.…
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