Welcome to the Beginner's Garden Podcast! This is the podcast with easy-to-understand resources, tips, and information to help beginning gardeners get the most out of their gardening adventure -- big or small. When I began gardening in 2013, I scoured books and Internet resources to find all the information I could. Although good information was abundant, I had trouble understanding all the gardening lingo and sifting through the information to figure out what would work for me. In this podc ...
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Have you ever listened to a song that stopped you in your tracks and made you say out loud, ’This is the greatest song I’ve ever heard in my entire life!’? Composer and lapsed-musicologist Scott Interrante and producer Katherine Mohr talk to musicians, writers, actors, comedians, and other cool creative people about the music they love, why they love it, and the song that makes them scream, ’This Is The Greatest Song I’ve Ever Heard In My Entire Life!’ @Gr8SongPod on Twitter and Instagram. @ ...
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Remember those totally awesome movies from your childhood you used to love? Still think they’re all that? Join Cody & Shayla as they re-watch their favorites, asking “Why Was This Ever Cool?”
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Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica. | Balance Hormones Naturally in Perimenopause, Menopause for Women Over 40
Monica Topete | Holistic Health Coach | Perimenopause Educator | Hormone Imbalance Survivor
The Go-to Podcast for Midlife Women Who Want To Balance Hormones Naturally Ugh. I feel so bloated. I’m retaining more water than the Hoover Dam. What? Not another pimple? It’s like puberty all over again! Sleep? What’s that like? (I forget.:<) Umm, I just turned 40….. Aren’t I too young for this?!? — Hello Friend. (Can I call you “friend”? ‘Cuz we’re already friends in my head:) Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica. I’m Monica Lane Topete, Certified Holistic Health Coach and Ho ...
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32 | Six Tricks to Curb Cravings, Avoid Overeating, And Maintain Hormone Balance In Perimenopause [SUMMER SERIES]
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Hey friend! Do you suffer from "food guilt"? If you’ve just come back from a summer vacation where you ate, drank, and maybe indulged a little too much…and are now feeling bad about it…you’re not alone. In fact, according to a recent survey of 2,000 men and women in the US, about 1 in 3 people eat food that makes them feel guilty and 39% of women s…
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381 - Fall Gardening from North to South (Part 1)
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This week is Part 1 of a great series I think you're really going to enjoy! I am interviewing Peter from The Garden Family & Rebecca from Happy Heart Gardens for a look at their fall gardens. Peter lives in Ohio and grew up in California. Rebecca has a garden in Alabama and Pennslyvania. This will hopefully give you an overall look from different p…
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31 | Hormone Hot Topics: Perimenopausal Depression; Fear of Driving in Mid Life; Is Menopause Stalling Your Career?; The Connection Between Low Estrogen & Dementia
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Hey friend! Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to bring you this week’s episode of “Hormone Hot Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m bringing you the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause stories making the news. In today’s episode, I’ll s…
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30 | 8 Healthy Drinking Hacks To Reduce The Effects of Alcohol On Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms (Pt. 2) [SUMMER SERIES]
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Hey friend! Did you know today is officially the halfway point of summer? Yep! 47 days down and 47 days to go of sun, fun, and celebrating. (And by “celebrating,” I mean drinking.) If you’re a woman in perimenopause or menopause and you feel like drinking this summer is hitting you a little differently, you may be right. Research shows that hormona…
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380 - Preserving the Small Harvest: Freezing in Small Quantities with Crystal Schmidt, author of Freeze Fresh
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In this week's episode, we're chatting with Crystal Schmidt about the best ways to freeze your harvest. Whether it's because you don't have enough to can or simply would rather not, her tips are great for all types of food! Show Notes: Thank you to our sponsors: Organic REV Organic REV Organic REV is an organic growth stimulant that can increase ni…
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Roger Feeley-Lussier Remembers His Mom With A "Heart Of Gold"
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Musician, graphic designer, and writer Roger Feeley-Lussier joins us to talk about his days in popular indie rock bands, sharing music with his daughters, and the greatest song he's ever heard in his entire life, "Heart Of Gold" by Neil Young. Plus, Scott and Katherine catch up on the Olympics Opening Ceremony and some listener recommendations. Fol…
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29 | Is Summer Drinking Sabotaging Your Hormones? 8 Signs Alcohol Is Impacting Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms (Part 1) [SUMMER SERIES]
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Hey friend! Have you been “celebrating” a lot this summer? (And by “celebrating” I mean drinking.) “Celebrating” is synonymous with summer. From commemorating summer holidays like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Father’s Day, and Labor Day weekend–to celebrating kids graduating from high school and college–to weddings, vacations and so much more.…
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Have you ever thought about growing potatoes in the fall for a second harvest? While it can be tricky, it is possible to do. This week I give you tips on how to successfully grow potatoes in the fall. Fall Garden Workshop: https://journeywithjill.net/fallworkshop Potato Growing Episodes: Part 1, Part 2 Potato Variety Selecting Episode If you'd like…
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28 | Hormone Hot Topics: Sleep Divorce; Mid Life Eating Disorders; Comic Relief for Menopause; Shocking Findings in Women's Health Study
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Hey friend! Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to bring to you the second episode of a brand NEW summer series of the podcast called, “Hormone Hot Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m going to bring you the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-meno…
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27 | SAD In Summer? 3 Ways To Stop Perimenopausal Mood Swings, Anxiety, or Depression From Ruining Your Vacation [SUMMER SERIES]
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Hey friend! Have you ever heard of “summertime sadness?” No, not the Lana Del Rey song…although that is a catchy tune! I’m talking about seasonal depression, irritability, and even anxiety that can occur during the summer…. especially in women with a hormonal imbalance. Yes! This is a thing! And it affects more of us ladies in perimenopause through…
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378 - Early Fall Garden Planning Checklist
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If you're garden is looking dry and tired, don't give up! Instead turn your energy into a fall garden. They can be so rewarding with the right planning. Today I'm giving 7 tips you need to think about before starting your fall garden. Fall Garden Workshop: https://journeywithjill.net/fallgardenworkshop Show Notes: Thank you to our sponsors: Organic…
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Bonus: God Only Knows Music Analysis (Pop Unmuted 2016 Episode Re-release)
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For this special Bonus episode, we're re-releasing an episode of Scott's old podcast Pop Unmuted. Tying in with our most recent episode where Comedian and Musician Allie Goertz chose "God Only Knows" as the greatest song she's ever heard in her entire life, this 2016 episode of Pop Unmuted finds Scott and his cohost Kurt Trowbridge breaking down th…
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Allie Goertz Agrees With Paul McCartney About "God Only Knows"
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Writer/Comedian/Musician Allie Goertz joins us to talk about her new album of Nine Inch Nails covers, Peeled Back, balancing listening to music and podcasts, and the greatest song she's ever heard in her entire life, "God Only Knows" by The Beach Boys! Plus, Scott and Katherine discuss Katy Perry's "Woman's World" and the viral "Apple" dance. Follo…
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26 | Sleepless in Summer: Why You Can't Sleep & 4 (Natural) Sleep Hacks for Better ZZZ’s in Menopause [SUMMER SERIES]
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How’s your summer going? Are you getting ready to go on vacation? Or maybe you’re on vacation right now??? Today’s episode was actually inspired by a mini vacay I took to Palm Springs in the spring. It was hot! Not record-breaking 126-degree weather hot like it was over the Fourth of July weekend… But hot enough that I had trouble sleeping. If you’…
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377 - Safe and Delicious Pressure Canning with Master Food Preserver Jennifer Gomes
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Jennifer's Book, 'The Pressure Canner Cookbook': https://amzn.to/3L4tNEU Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-…
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25 | Hormone Hot Topics: Saunas and Insulin Resistance; Fart Walks; Is Delaying Menopause The Key to Longevity?; Perimenopause Camp
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Hey friend! Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to kick off a brand new series of the podcast today called, “Hot Hormone Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m going to bring you the juicy scoop on perimenopause and menopause stories making the news. In today’s episod…
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24 | Can't Poop? 5 Tips To Relieve Constipation (And Balance Hormones) While Traveling [SUMMER SERIES]
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Hey friend! How was your 4th of July? Did you enjoy your four days off? Whether you took a road trip out of state to visit family or friends, jumped into your RV to go camping at the beach, or flew to the nearest all-inclusive resort for some respite, travel causes a shift in your hormones. Today, I’m continuing my “Hot Flash Summer” podcast series…
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376 - 5 Shortcuts NOT to take when preserving your harvest
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Preserving Workshop: https://journeywithjill.net/preservingworkshop Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extra…
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FRIDAY BONUS - Interview with the ladies of Wifestyle Hustle Podcast
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Wifestyle Hustle Podcast: https://wifestylehustle.com/ Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) My Products: 2024 Complete Garden Plannerhttps://journeywithjill.net/shop/ Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://amzn.to/3TZeJux…
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Jocelyn Of Walt Disco Wants All Versions Of "Send In The Clowns"
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Singer and front-person of Scottish band Walt Disco, Jocelyn joins us to talk about their new album The Warping, touring with Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark, and the greatest song they've ever heard in their entire life, "Send In The Clowns" by Stephen Sondheim Plus, Scott and Katherine chat about Cats: The Jellicle Ball and the "Girl, So Confus…
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23 | Help! I'm Melting!: Six Tips to Beat the Summer Heat and Cool Menopausal Hot Flashes [SUMMER SERIES}
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Hey friend, Can you believe summer is officially here?!? To me, summer means long walks on the beach with my furry rescues, Sadie and Elle Woods. Outdoor barbecues, concerts, and lazy days by the pool. And, of course, summer vacation!!! But if you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or even post-menopause, the changing weather can also cause a shift in…
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Texas Plant disease handbook: https://plantdiseasehandbook.tamu.edu/food-crops/vegetable-crops/watermelon/ Preserving Workshop: https://journeywithjill.net/preservingworkshop What Can Go Wrong Series: Green Beans: https://journeywithjill.libsyn.com/256-green-beans-what-can-go-wrong Tomatoes: https://journeywithjill.libsyn.com/193-tomatoes-what-can-…
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22 | Weight Gain, Belly Fat, and What To Expect In Menopause: BONUS EPISODE
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Hey friend, Today, I’m super excited to share this bonus episode about weight gain, belly fat, and what to expect in menopause. It’s from a recent discussion I had with Robin Rhine McDonald, host of the Vision Driven Health podcast, for a 6-week series on healthy hormones. This juicy episode is jam-packed with answers to the questions I get asked m…
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21 | Metabolism, Blood Sugar And The Sneaky Saboteur of Weight Loss After 40
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Hey friend, For the last 6 weeks, I’ve been discussing the 7 most common hormonal imbalances that cause weight gain in perimenopause and beyond. Today, I want to share one last sneaky saboteur of weight loss–especially in women over 40–that has a little to do with hormones and a lot to do with metabolic function. Age-Related Insulin Resistance ofte…
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374 - Why Weeds are Taking Over (and what to do about it)
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Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardite, lignite, or other coals. Rather, it is a 100% …
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Stan Talouis Feels The Impact Of "The Message"
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Stand Up Comedian Stan Talouis joins to talk about growing up in the New York hip hop scene, why rap beefs are fun, and the greatest song he's ever heard in his entire life, "The Message" by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five. Plus, Scott and Katherine talk about Gov Ball, accidentally filming a viral video of the new Chappell Roan song, Charli…
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20 | Menopause, Sleeping Problems, and Post Menopausal Weight Gain: Is Low Estrogen to Blame?
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Hey friend, Today, I’m concluding my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to hormonal weight gain. Are you OVER trying to do “all the things” to lose weight while the scale keeps going up and up...and up? Do you REFUSE to shop for bigger clothe…
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373 - What to Plant After Cool Weather Crops Harvest
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Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardite, lignite, or other coals. Rather, it is a 100% …
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19 | “Not Tonight. I’m Too Tired, Stressed, Hormonal…”: 3 More Ways To Boost Low Libido Naturally (Part 2)
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Hey friend, Happy National Sex Day!!! Did you celebrate it? In case the date completely slipped your mind (blame it on perimenopause brain fog)...Or, like me, you never knew the day existed (and to be honest, do we really need the extra pressure of a NATIONAL sex day???....) National Sex Day was observed on June 9th to commemorate the importance of…
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18 | Belly Fat, Insulin Resistance, and Hormonal Weight Gain: Do You Have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
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Hey friend, Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance. If you’ve never heard of PCOS or thought it was only something that affects women in their 20s or 30s, think again! It is this and other myths …
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372 - How to Identify What's Eating Your Plants
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Pest Control Workshop: https://journeywithjill.net/pestcontrol Good & Bad Bud Free Download: https://journeywithjill.net/goodandbadbugs Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Zone Protects Zone Protects picaridin-based insect repell…
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LØLØ's Personality Was Shaped By "Sk8er Boi"
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Canadian Singer-Songwriter LØLØ joins us to talk about her upcoming debut album, Falling For Robots And Wishing I Was One, the advice Billie Joe Armstrong gave her about getting stuff thrown at you on stage, and the greatest song she's ever heard in her entire life, "Sk8er Boi" by Avril Lavigne Plus, Scott and Katherine share movies and musicians t…
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17 | The Hidden Cause of Hormonal Weight Gain in Women Over 40: Adrenal Fatigue
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Hey friend, Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance. In today’s episode, I take a deep dive into High Cortisol and Adrenal Fatigue. While many functional medicine practitioners consider adrenal fa…
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371 - Dealing with Pests in an Organic Garden (a reality check)
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Organic REV Mini Course Pest Control Workshop: https://journeywithjill.net/pestworkshop Good & Bad Bug Download: https://journeywithjill.net/goodandbadbugs Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to unders…
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16 | Can We Just Cuddle?: 3 Ways to Naturally Boost Low Libido in Women Over 40 (And Men!) Part 1
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"I’ve had a long day. I'm just too tired." "I'm too stressed out right now. I have so much on my mind." "I need a shower.” I’m feeling bloated.” “Can we just cuddle instead?” Sound familiar? If your low libido or lack of desire to have sex has started to become a more frequent thing….If your lack of intimacy or connectedness with your husband or pa…
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15 | Hypothyroidism And Hormonal Weight Gain: 3 Healthy Hacks To Help Shed Those Extra Pounds
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Hey friend, Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance. In today’s episode, I’m taking a deep dive into Hypothyroidism. While some studies suggest up to 40% of the population suffers from at least so…
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370 - Flowers in the Vegetable Garden with Lisa Mason Ziegler
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Follow along with Lisa on Instagram: @gardenersworkshopfarm To check out her book, click here. To purchase flower seeds from Lisa, you can find more information here. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Heirloom Roses Located in …
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