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  • In this episode we welcome back Dave and Nicky Schauder to The Good Dirt to reconnect and update our listeners on what’s been happening with their business project, Permaculture Gardens. We talked to them almost four years ago now, in June of 2020, early in lockdown when the buzz about growing your own food was really getting ramped up. Nicky and Dave started Permaculture Gardens to make permaculture and growing food accessible to everyone - especially families! They specialize in education for backyard vegetable gardens, small-space permaculture and indoor gardening solutions. For several years, they grew hundreds of pounds of their own food for themselves and their six children on a small suburban townhouse lot. In this conversation we'll hear about their new location and the innovative new gardening app, Sage, designed to simplify and streamline sustainable gardening practices. Tune in to Dave and Nicky for inspiration on growing your own food, even with limited time and space.

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    Topics Discussed
    · A Peak Behind the Scenes: Google Drive Problems
    · Slow Living Challenge Takeaways
    · The Permaculture Principle of 'The Problem is the Solution'
    · Evolution of Permaculture Gardens.
    · The backstory of the Schauders' journey into permaculture f
    · Children's health challenges and their commitment to organic food.
    · The Launch & Impact of Afterschool Permaculture Programs
    · Starting a Personal garden
    · Their Approach to permaculture education.
    · Transition to a larger space for both their family and permaculture projects
    · The development and features of the new app SAGE
    · Community Engagement, Education, and their Observation of Climate Changes on Gardening Choices.
    · Balancing Raising Kids and Permaculture
    · The Kickstarter for their SAGE
    · Fences as a Living Basket
    · Harvesting Your Own Food
    · Native vs. Nonnative Plants
    · Favorite Things to Grow Including: Bananas, PawPaws, Blackberries, Perennials, and more
    · “Lazy Gardening”
    · The Gradual Evolution of Your Garden

    Episode Resources:
    · How to Grow More Vegetables book
    · SAGE: https://www.permaculturegardens.org/sage
    · GIY: https://www.permaculturegardens.org/giy
    · Listen to Nicky and Dave’s First Episode “Grow Your Own Food in 15 Minutes”

    Connect with Nicky & Dave Schauder:
    · Website: **https://permaculturegardens.org/**
    · Instagram @permaculture_garden: https://www.instagram.com/permaculture_garden/
    · YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PermacultureGardens
    · Links: https://linktr.ee/permaculturegardens

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  • Spiritual Ecologist and Eco-Theologian Mary DeJong presents her perspective on how we can each reconnect with the sacred Earth through rewilding our inner selves. DeJong works with Waymarkers, guiding others through retreats and pilgrimages, with an emphasis on placing Earth first in each decision we make. In this conversation we explore Celtic tradition and the primacy of creation, how the language we use shifts the various hierarchical ladders in our society, and the way that different spiritualities have more in common than we think. We discuss themes of change, belonging, the importance of reimagining our understanding of divinity in relation to the earth, and the power of stories and language in shaping human experience and perception of the natural world.

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    Topics Discussed
    · Exploring Eco Spirituality
    · Impact of Rapid Development on Personal Beliefs
    · Exploring Indigenous Cultures and Traditions
    · The Importance of Reconnecting with Earth
    · Sacred Soil & Putting the Earth First
    · Rewilding Our Inner Selves
    · The Impact of Language on Our Perception of Nature
    · Land Restoration and Living in Harmony with the Seasons
    · The Origin of Our Disconnection from Nature
    · The Power of Local Action
    · Restoration and Reclamation of Urban Landscapes
    · The Transformation of a Landscape
    · Exploring Celtic Spiritual Traditions
    · The Celtic Imagination and Connection to the Divine
    · The Natural World and Spiritual Practice
    · Reading Wisdom in the Wild
    · The Impact of Language on Our Perception of Nature
    · Reimagining the Divine and the Role of Imagination
    · Seeing the Earth as God's Body
    · Our Heroic Journey, Mythology, and Pilgrimage

    Episode Resources:
    · Read “The Dance of the Dissident Daughter: A Woman's Journey from Christian Tradition to the Sacred Feminine” by Sue Monk Kidd
    · Read “ The Secret Life of Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “183. Manifesting the Life You Want with Stephanie O'Dea of the Slow Living Podcast”
    · Read “The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image” by Leonard Shlain
    · Read “Hagitude: Reimagining the Second Half of Life” by Sharon Blackie
    · Listen to The Lady Preacher Podcast “Rewilding Our Souls with Mary DeJong”

    Connect with Mary DeJong:
    · Website: https://www.waymarkers.net/aboutmary
    · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waymarkers/
    · WayMarkers Book: https://www.waymarkers.net/waymarkers-book
    · WayMarkers, Wild Winter - Your Seasonal Journey: https://waymarkers.teachable.com/p/wild-winter-your-seasonal-journey
    25% Discount on Wild Spring Online Course with coupon code: WILDLADYFARMER *coupon code does not apply to the monthly pricing plan. Learn more here: ***https://www.waymarkers.net/wild-spring

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    Welcome March and welcome spring! Even with the unpredictable and sometimes extreme weather, we can see life returning to the landscape. In this episode, we will hear the story of Demeter and Persephone, the ancient Greek myth that explains why we have four seasons. We'll also explore the cultural significance of St. Patrick's Day and consider the deeper impact of its origins. Planting begins this month for many, so we'll discuss the moon calendar for getting the growing season off to a good start. We'll learn how the tradition of Hot Cross Buns blends both pre-Christian and Easter traditions, and how the return of the spring peepers brings joy and hope in a time of eco-anxiety.

    Takeaways

    March is a month of anticipation for spring, with its unpredictable weather and the return of life.

    Cultural narratives and traditions can shape our relationship with the earth and impact our collective responsibility.

    Climate change is affecting gardening practices, with earlier seasons and the need for adaptation.

    The unity of pre-Christian traditions and Easter can be celebrated through the tradition of Hot Cross Buns.

    The return of the spring peepers brings hope in a time of environmental challenges.


    Resources Mentioned
    2023 Updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/

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  • We all have bodies that we carry with us throughout our entire lives, but how do we take care of ourselves as we get older? Educator, Business Mentor, Coach, and soon-to-be Physical Therapist Sharon Bailey is here to discuss how she approaches her body and her life as she ages, and her advice will apply in your 20s to your 90s. Here on International Women's Day, we are diving into Nature’s Rhythm of the female and menstruating body, and how we are each effected when we go into perimenopause and menopause. Sharon dives into her journey towards becoming a Physical Therapist, strength training, and coaching healers. She touches upon the challenges that healers often face in running their businesses, including frequent burnout and compassion fatigue. This is all about exploring the intersection of lifestyle habits, physical health, shifting hormones, and business sustainability — leaving you filled with joy and hope by the end.
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    Topics Discussed
    · International Women’s Day
    · Getting Divorced
    · Changing Business Names
    · Moving to Grand Junction
    · The Transformation of Physical Fitness
    · Pursuing a Doctorate in Physical Therapy
    · Movement as Medicine
    · Strength Training’s Effect on Perimenopause/Menopause
    · Regenerative Business & Regenerative Business Practices
    · Coaching Healers
    · Centering Mental Health as a Business
    · Compassion Fatigue and Burnout in the Healthcare Industry
    · Hormonal Cycles and the Rhythm of Work
    · Allopathic Medicine
    · Remembering that We are the Earth
    · The Magic in the Mundane

    Episode Resources:
    · Lady Farmer’s Guide to Slow Living by Mary E. Kingsley
    · Join Us on SubStack for Our Slow Living Challenge
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “Living in Rhythm: Women’s Well Being with Sharon Bailey”
    · Adam Grant
    · Natasha Oceane
    · Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD, author of The New Menopause

    Connect with Sharon Bailey:
    · Website: https://sharonbailey.co/
    · Instagram @sharonsharesjoy: https://www.instagram.com/sharonsharesjoy/


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  • We last saw Stephanie in Episode 110, “Designing the Life of Your Dream in a Consumer Culture with Stephanie O’Dea of The Slow Living Podcast” and it was an absolute hit with our listeners. Now a few years out of the pandemic, and dozens of episodes of the Slow Living with Stephanie O'Dea Podcast out, Stephanie comes back onto The Good Dirt to dive into how her definition of slow living has changed. She discusses the nostalgia her clients have felt for the slower pace of life during Covid-19 lockdowns and the difficulty of maintaining that slowness when life returns to normal. She also shares her take on the idea of manifestation contrasted against the desire for immediate gratification, and practical tips for achieving long-term goals. If you have been searching for a way to find personal contentment in your life, Stephanie’s advice will give you a starting place to view your aspirations in a completely new light.

    Topics Discussed
    · Welcoming March - AKA Emma’s Birthday Month. the spring equinox and Easter
    · Manifesting What One Wants in Life
    · SMART Goals
    · SLOW - Simply Look Only Within
    · Care Tasks vs. Chores
    · The Great Resignation & Finding Fulfillment Outside of Work
    · Maintaining a Lifestyle Balance
    · Preparing for the Future
    · Looking at the Length of a Lifetime
    · Taking Action & Making Consistent Moves Towards Goals
    · Mindset & Outcomes
    · Societal Expectations on Success & Hustling
    · Consumerism
    · Focusing on Liking How Your Life Feels
    · Decluttering, both Mentally and Physically
    · Intentional Goal Setting
    · How Life & Individual Goals have Evolved Since the Pandemic

    Episode Resources:
    · Join Us on SubStack for Our Slow Living Challenge
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “Designing the Life of Your Dream in a Consumer Culture with Stephanie O’Dea of The Slow Living Podcast”
    · Listen to the Slow Living Podcast “Manifestation vs. Magical Thinking”
    · Watch The Secret
    · Read How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing by KC Davis

    Connect with Stephanie O’Dea:
    · Website, stephanieodea.com
    · Podcast - Slow Living with Stephanie O'Dea
    · Slow Living with Stephanie O'Dea - Apple Podcasts
    · Stephanie's Books
    · On Instagram @stephanieodea
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  • Stanley Cups. We’ve all heard of it at this point. It’s impossible not to. When cars explode and ice remains and Target shelves are empty, it’s crowds seeking the latest edition of this product that was hyped on social media. But what does all of that hype get us? More and more products in production, leading to more waste. mary and Emma sit down to discuss the Stanley Quencher cup phenomenon and how it relates to slow living. They touch on how the cup is a status symbol more than it being associated with sustainability, how buying one also buys into 'perceived luxury', and the effect of a product going viral.

    Topics Discussed
    · Consumer Issues with Slow Living
    · The Stanley Cup
    · Status Symbol Materialism
    · Perceived Luxury
    · When Plastic Water Bottles Became Big
    · The Impact of Consumerism and Culture on the Stanley Quencher Cup Trend
    · Social Media & Overconsumption
    · The Culture of Scarcity
    · The History of Hydration
    · Role of Women in Driving Economy and Culture
    · Budgeting and Alternative Products
    · Making Conscious Choices When Consuming

    Episode Resources:
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “181. Mary & Emma Chat: What is Slow Living?”
    · Story of Stuff

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  • Where does our food come from, and what will happen when we have no farmers coming in to take over the legacy of the farmers of today? In this conversation with business executive, homesteader, and consultant Judith Horvath, Judith speaks extensively on the benefits of regenerative agriculture, her experience in agri-entrepreneurism, and her vision for the development of agrihoods — communities centered around functional farms that provide food for the community. Judith encourages a close connection to the food we consume, supporting local farming communities, and adopting sustainable and regenerative farming practices. Judith also highlights the significance of high-quality soil and efficient farming methods for successful results in small scale farming. She discusses her role as a mentor to aspiring farmers and helps develop plans for regenerative agricultural ventures and her vision for creating a resilient food supply chain through the small local farms.

    Topics Discussed
    · Slow Living Challenge & Daffodils
    · A Farmer’s Living Wage
    · The Agrihood Movement
    · Composting Waste
    · Growing Your Own Food and Knowing the Food Supply Chain
    · Convincing Local Grocery Stores to Provide Cast-off Produce
    · Challenges Faced in Obtaining Cast-off Produce from Grocery Stores
    · Benefits of Supporting Local Farms and Communities
    · The Need for Farmers to Engage in Ongoing Public Awareness Programs
    · Importance of Sustainable Farming Practices, Such as Interplanting and Companion Planting
    · The Value of Open-Pollinated and Heirloom Varieties of Vegetables
    · Encouraging the Acceptance of "Ugly" Produce
    · The Significance of No-Till and Low-Till Farming Practices
    · The Role of Composting and Waste Reduction in Sustainable Farming
    · Encouraging Youth and Individuals with Special Needs to Consider Farming as a Career
    · The Potential of Agrihoods and Eco-Communities in Promoting Sustainable Food Systems
    · The Need for Continued Documentation and Sharing of Experiences in Agrihood Projects

    Episode Resources:
    · Join the Slow Living Challenge on Substack
    · Common Ground Film
    · Kiss the Ground
    · The FOOP

    Connect with Judith Farrell Horvath:
    · Website: https://www.fairhillfarm.com
    · Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judithhorvath/
    · Podcast: https://fairhillfarm.podbean.com
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  • In this episode of The Good Dirt Podcast, Mary and Emma sit down for a deep dive as a duo into the concept of slow living and what their relationship is to it in 2024. We hear them discuss their philosophy and also the challenges they’ve faced in adopting a slow living mindset, and share how they’ve come to view it as a quest in life. They also answer some listener questions from Instagram, sharing their thoughts on slow living with full schedules, clutter, city living, cooking, and balancing lives as pet owners or parents. Strategies, tips and tricks are explored to overcome these barriers, highlighting the importance of mindfulness and appreciative living. You’ll leave this episode with a sense of how you can apply slow living to your everyday, but if you want an even more guided approach, become a part of the upcoming Slow Living Challenge taking place in March, where you will receive daily prompts and inspirations to help you live in the moment.

    Topics Discussed
    · Understanding Slow Living
    · Personal Experiences with Slow Living
    · The Impact of Life Phases on Slow Living
    · The Importance of Individual Experiences in Slow Living
    · The Role of Clutter in Slow Living
    · Defining Slow Living
    · The Evolution & Challenges of Slow Living
    · The Role of Nature in Slow Living
    · The Impact of Productivity on Slow Living
    · The Role of Mindfulness in Slow Living
    · The Importance of Balance in Slow Living
    · Clutter & Waste
    · The Role of Nature in Slow Living
    · The Impact of Anxiety on Slow Living
    · The Role of Food in Slow Living
    · The Impact of Takeout on Waste and Stress Levels
    · The Role of Conscious Consumption in Slow Living
    · Living Slowly in a Fast-Paced City
    · The Amazon Dilemma: Convenience vs. Sustainability
    · Pets, Slow Living and Sustainability
    · Introducing the 2024 Slow Living Challenge
    · The Joy of Libraries and Slow Living with Kids
    · Embracing Slow Living in Everyday Life

    Episode Resources:
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “Designing the Life of Your Dreams in a Consumer Culture with Stephanie O'Dea of The Slow Living Podcast”
    · The Libby App
    · Always Feeling Rushed? The Good Dirt Episode on Time with Mary & Emma


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  • Today's guest is Pamela Tanner Boll who is an artist, filmmaker, writer and activist. She is the Founder and CEO of Mystic Artists Film Productions, joining us to talk about her current project, a film called To Which We Belong which highlights farmers and ranchers leaving behind conventional agriculture and adopting regenerative practices that are improving the health of our soil and sea and saving our planet. Pamela shares with Emma and Mary the misconceptions regarding the climate impact of cattle and the untapped potential of ruminants in climate remediation, the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of every organism on earth, how we as individuals can reduce waste, and ways to foster community in order to better the planet.
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    Topics Discussed
    · Valentine’s Day and Waste
    · Interconnectedness of Life
    · Connection to the Earth
    · Documentary Filmmaking
    · Cattle and Their Effect on Climate Change
    · Microbes, Fungi, and Bugs
    · The Effect of Our Actions on the Planet
    · Policy Changes
    · Power of Individuals
    · Sharing Stories of Sustainability
    · Creativity & The Power of Change
    · Individualistic Mindset
    · The Role of Love in Creating a Better World
    · Fixing Earth, not aiming for Mars
    · Embracing “Dirty” Aspects of Life
    · Supporting Non-profit Organizations
    · Gardens
    · The Business of Big Agro
    · Reversing Soil Erosion
    · Where Our Food Comes From
    · Seeing the Good
    · Being Mindful Consumers

    Episode Resources:
    · Join the Lady Farmer Slow Living Challenge!
    · Slow Living Through the Seasons January
    · Watch Allan Savory’s TED Talk “How to green the world's deserts and reverse climate change”
    · The Savory Institute

    Connect with Pamela Boll:
    · Website: https://www.mysticartists.com/about
    · Instagram @pamelatannerb: https://www.instagram.com/pamelatannerb/
    · Born into Brothels: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0388789/?ref_=nm_flmg_t_14_prd
    · IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2035066/
    · To Which We Belong: https://www.towhichwebelong.com/pamela_tanner_boll
    · Who Does She Think She Is: https://www.whodoesshethinksheis.net/pamela_tanner_boll

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  • Organic Farmer and herbalist Jane Hawley Stevens discovered the magic of natural remedies in her personal life before establishing Four Elements Organic Herbals and developing a complete herbal wellness line. Jane and her husband have a 130 acre farm where they have been certified organic since 1990, and take great care to cultivate their plants sustainably. In her new book “The Celestial Garden” Jane shares the wisdom of planting by the moon and by the zodiac, relying on the earth's natural rhythms for guidance not only in the garden but in so many aspects of life. She explains how the movement of the moon through the constellations of the zodiac provides a detailed calendar of optimal times for planting seeds, roots, and transplants, as well as for pruning, weeding, propagation, harvesting, and even starting new projects or taking a rest. In this conversation, we talk about the different methods and traditions of astrological gardening, the importance of listening to your inner guidance, grounding ourselves in the wisdom of elders and living in harmony with the moon and the Earth.

    Topics Discussed
    · Introduction and Weather Talk
    · Celebrating the Festival of Imbolc and St. Bridget
    · St. Bridget's Influence on Lady Farmer
    · Jane's Journey into Organic Farming and Herbalism
    · Horticulture & The Old Farmer’s Almanac
    · Traditional Medicines
    · The Story of Finding the Farm
    · Exploring Celestial Gardening
    · Planting by the Signs
    · The Rhythms of Gardening and Life
    · Comparing Different Systems of Celestial Gardening
    · Adapting to Changing Seasons and Climate
    · Winter Activities, Wreath Making, and Holiday Preparations
    · Embracing the Non-Gardening Months
    · Outdoor Winter Fun
    · The Impact of Marketing on Common Sense
    · The Importance of Trusting Inner Guidance
    · The Shifting Baseline Phenomenon
    · The Magic of Plants Choosing You
    · The Good Dirt and the Importance of Soil
    · Promoting Home Remedies and Reducing Plastic Usage

    Episode Resources:
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “The History and Folklore of Brigid: Saint, Legend and Lady Farmer with Kathy Spaar”
    · Listen to Slow Living Through the Seasons
    · Read “The Celestial Garden: Growing Herbs, Vegetables, and Flowers in Sync with the Moon and Zodiac” by Jane Hawley Stevens
    · Old Farmer’s Almanac

    Connect with Jane Hawley Stevens:
    · Website: https://fourelementsherbals.com
    · Instagram @fourelementsherbals: https://www.instagram.com/fourelementsherbals/
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  • Welcome to the cross-quarter between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, a time to celebrate the promise of spring through many cultural traditions. February 1st is the Feast of St Brigid and the Celtic Festival of Imbolc, which overlap with our Groundhog Day and Candlemas, each acknowledging the return of light and life that is beginning for all living things in this hemisphere. As for Gardening by the Signs this month, it's a perfect time for microgreens! Tune in to hear about this easy way to get a jump on growing your own food this season, plus an irresistible Valentine treat from the seasonal kitchen!

    Episode Resources
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    Chocolate Ganache Brownie Cake
    https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/news/6-low-waste-nutrient-dense-valentines-gift-ideas

    A Guide to Microgreens
    https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/news/a-guide-to-microgreens

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  • Hustle culture and pressures to accomplish, achieve and produce can result in personal and widespread burnout. Mary and Emma sit down for a deep dive discussion around the idea of "radical rest" and what that might look like in practice. They touch on their personal experiences with rest, acknowledging the exhaustion and burnout many people experience, especially in the wake of a challenging winter season. Together they explore ways to incorporate more resting into daily life through examples of long walks, nourishing food, and intentional, rejuvenating activities. They acknowledge it's not solely about physical rest, but mental and spiritual rest as well. If you've been struggling with rest, this episode will leave you with practical tips to try to incorporate in your daily lives.

    Topics Discussed
    · The Importance of Rest
    · Reflecting on Personal Experiences
    · Understanding Radical Rest
    · The Intersection of Rest and Social Issues
    · The Impact of Culture on Rest
    · The Pressure of Productivity
    · The Importance of Slowing Down
    · Rest and Nature's Rhythms
    · Exploring the Nap Ministry and Rest as Resistance
    · The Intersection of Rest and Racial Equality
    · Characteristics of White Supremacy Culture
    · Understanding the 5 Different Types of Resters
    · Practicing Radical Rest
    · Burnout
    · The Effect of the Pandemic
    · Working from Home
    · Feeling Lazy or Unworthy of Rest
    · How Rest Helps Grief

    Episode Resources:
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “Slow Living Through the Seasons: December”
    · Read Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey
    · The Nap Ministry
    · Read Rest Easy: Discover Calm and Abundance Through the Radical Power of Rest by Ximena Vengoechea
    · Read Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May

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    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.

  • In this episode, Mary and Emma feature a conversation with Carley Lake and Tanya Dastyar, co-founders of Lucky Sweater, a tech platform designed for a slow fashion community. They share how Lucky Sweater works, allowing users to swap, gift, and trade clothing items, fostering a sustainable and connected community. Carley started out as one of the first 500 employees at Uber before becoming a digital strategist while Tanya was leading product for Microsoft News and Microsoft Managed Desktop before going into freelance Product Design. The conversation outlines the origins and growth of Lucky Sweater and what they are trying to do to combat consumer culture. Carley and Tanya also open up on how they balance work and their personal lives, why they want to shift consumer mentalities towards sustainability, and the impact of technology on our modern lifestyles.

    Download Lucky Sweater App here!

    Topics Discussed
    · Hot Chocolate Recipe
    · Being Without Heat
    · Slow Fashion
    · Environmentally Aware Brands
    · Staying Away from Fashion Trends
    · Sewers, Crocheters, Knitters, and Crafts
    · Fabrics
    · Building a Community-Based App
    · The Swap Drop
    · Shipping & Handling
    · The Sell-Resell Market
    · Gifting
    · Poshmark & the Secondhand Market
    · Fast Fashion Trends
    · Technology & Social Media
    · How Lucky Sweater Makes a Profit
    · Amsterdam
    · Life’s String of Beads
    · The Memories Held in Clothing
    · Struggles of Running a Startup
    · Exploring the Features and Benefits of Lucky Sweater

    Episode Resources:
    · Hot Chocolate Recipe
    · Rudy Jude Clothing
    · Mirrors in the Earth: Reflections on Self-Healing from the Living World by Asia Suler
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “Healing Ourselves, Healing the Earth with Asia Suler, Author of ‘Mirrors in the Earth’”
    · Light Phone
    · “The Artist's Way” by Julia Cameron

    Connect with Carley & Tanya:
    · Website: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=lucky+sweater&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8
    · Instagram @lucky.sweater: https://www.instagram.com/lucky.sweater/
    · Download the App: Download Lucky Sweater App here!
    · TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lucky.sweater?lang=en
    · Gift a Sustainer Membership: https://www.luckysweater.com/gift-sustainer
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    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.

  • Janna Hockenjos is a long-time listener of the podcast who was so inspired by what The Good Dirt stands for that she created Earth Friends Everywhere, an early education curriculum designed to enrich children’s connection and awareness of nature. Janna has been passionate about the environment every since she was a child, yet her career has taken her in many directions. She has a Masters Degree in Journalism from NYU, is a two-time published author, has owned a yoga studio, and is currently a freelance book editor. Now, as the mother of two children, she has circled back to her fervent passion for the planet and people with Earth Friends. In this conversation, Janna walks us through the conception of her nonprofit, what it’s been like to educate children, and why it is so important to have someone fall in love with the planet early on in life. Janna also shares how she has been impacted by The Good Dirt podcast, and highlights some of her favorite episodes.

    Topics Discussed
    · 4 Years of the Podcast
    · Early Childhood Education
    · Where We Live & How We Live
    · Changing Careers
    · Traumatic Brain Injuries & Yoga
    · Foreign Language Study
    · Labeling Environmental Education
    · Going Back to Basics
    · The Language of Environmental Activism
    · Compost, Recycling, Landfill, Reuse
    · Self-Agency in Kids
    · Origin Story of Earth Friends
    · Raising Kids in a Sustainable Lifestyle
    · Accessibility of Programs to All Kids
    · Teaching How Special the Earth Is
    · Yamas and Niyamas
    · Human Impact
    · Falling in Love with the Planet
    · Finding Each Child’s Passion in Nature
    · Going from Convenience to Connection
    · Accessibility
    · Fast Fashion
    · How The Good Dirt Has Had An Impact
    · The Equity Factor

    Episode Resources:
    · Join Us in The ALMANAC
    · Read All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis by Katharine K. Wilkinson and Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
    · Read Mirrors in the Earth: Reflections on Self-Healing from the Living World by Asia Suler
    · Read Miseducation: How Climate Change Is Taught in America by Katie Worth
    · For Days Take Back Bag
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “138. The Urgent Need for Restorative Gardening with Mary Reynolds”
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “151. "Lawns into Meadows" with Author Owen Wormser on Regenerative Agriculture”

    Connect with Janna Hockenjos:
    · Website: https://www.jannahockenjos.com/
    · Books: https://www.jannahockenjos.com/books
    · Instagram @jannacabana: https://www.instagram.com/jannacabana/
    · Earth Friends Everywhere Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthfriendseverywhere/
    · Earth Friends Everywhere Website: https://www.earthfriends.us/
    · The Imperfect Green Guide Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimperfectgreenguide/?hl=en
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    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.

  • Wool is one of the oldest known materials used for textiles. As a renewable resource with a potential for mitigating climate change, we love to highlight wool in our exploration of sustainable living here on this show. Our guest today is Jane Cooper whose passion for knitting led her to search for a rare-breed sheep and their distinctive wool. In her book, “The Lost Flock: Rare Wool, Wild Isles and One Woman's Journey to Save Scotland's Original Sheep”, Jane tells the story of the remarkable and rare little horned sheep, known as the Orkney Boreray, and how she moved to one of Scotland’s wildest islands to save them. Finding she was the sole custodian of this lost flock she began investigating their mysterious and ancient history, tracking down the origins of the Boreray breed and its significance to Scotland's natural heritage.From Viking times to Highland crofts and nefarious research experiments in Edinburgh, this is a so-far untold real-life detective story. Join us as we follow Jane’s journey in securing a future for her beloved sheep, and along the way, how she reveals their deep connection to the Scottish landscape.

    Topics Discussed
    · The Many Uses of Wool
    · Scotland’s Islands & Mainland
    · Boreray Sheep
    · The Orkney Boreray Community
    · Mutton
    · Growing Up with a Love of Nature
    · Northern European Short-Tailed Sheep
    · Life as a Sheep Breeder
    · Scottish Sheep Culture: Clothing, Bedding, Milk, Cheese, Sustenance, and Farms
    · Rooing Fleece
    · The History of Vikings and Sheep (and their Woven Wool Sails)
    · The Process of Wool Weaving
    · Wool & Felt
    · Bast Fibers
    · Why Modern Farmers Need to Shear Sheep
    · Endangered Sheep Breeds
    · Wool Sack for the 20212 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London
    · Living on a Scottish Island
    · Being a Custodian of the Gene
    · Sustainable Fibers
    · Living with the Rhythm of the Seasons
    · The Highland Clearances of Dunface Sheep

    Episode Resources:
    · Join Us in The ALMANAC
    · Shop Our Wool
    · Listen to The Good Dirt "Your Mattress, Your Health: Regenerative Bedding with Holy Lamb Organics' Jason Schaefer”
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “A Passion for Wool: What’s Behind a Sustainable Supply Chain with Lani Estill” 
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “Regenerative Practices in Textile Production with Jeanne Carver of Shaniko Wool Co.”
    · Listen to The Good Dirt “No Fluff: The Inside Info On Wool Insulation with Andrew Legge of Havelock Wool”
    · Read Jane Cooper’s “The Lost Flock: Rare Wool, Wild Isles and One Woman's Journey to Save Scotland's Original Sheep”
    · Read Charles Darwin’s “The Formation of Vegetable Mould Through the Action of Worms”
    · Read Gabe Brown’s “Dirt to Soil: One Family's Journey Into Regenerative Agriculture”

    Connect with Jane Cooper:
    · Wool Sack Website: http://www.woolsack.org/
    · Orkney Boreray Website: https://orkneyboreray.com/
    · Instagram @orkneyboreray: https://www.instagram.com/orkneyboreray/
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    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.

  • Drywall. Concrete. Limestone. All materials we see in our day-to-day in the buildings we come across and the homes we live in. But did you know that at the core of it all is the element of calcium? Just like the calcium within our bones, the calcium that is extracted from the earth to build homes and skyscrapers is a finite resource that is slowly hurting the soil we all stand in. In this episode, Mary and Emma speak to Korynn Newville, an artist, designer, author, and environmental activist with a Master's in Architecture from the Art Institute of Chicago and a Bachelor of Design from the University of Minnesota. Her thought-provoking book, "Indiscernibile Elements: Calcium", explores the intersection of science, art, design, and nature, urging humans to be more conscious of the natural systems in the built environment. She shares her perspective here — including how architecture can honor the earth, why concrete is a bigger problem than we realize, and how our grief around the Earth's suffering can be directed towards its healing. Korynn will leave you with a new appreciation of the interconnections of all life, by taking us into the world of calcium.
    Topics Discussed
    • Welcoming 2024 & Celebrating 4 Years of the Podcast
    • Reintroducing Ourselves
    • What Calcium Can Do
    • Green Burials
    • How Architecture Can Honor the Earth
    • Osteoporosis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
    • Artwork & Architectural Design Work
    • Environmental Activism & Working in the Corporate World
    • Balancing the Housing Issue and Sustainability
    • Building Non-Toxic Homes
    • Korynn's Dream House
    • Bio Retention Areas
    • Intentional City Planner
    • Why Concrete is a Huge Problem
    • Extracting Limestone
    • How Drywall is Made
    • The Kilning Process
    • The Deal with Burying Bones
    • Speaking from Calcium's POV
    • Discerning Your Wants & Needs
    • Grieving Our Earth

    Episode Resources:
    • Join Us in The ALMANAC 
    • Listen to The Good Dirt "Where Nature is Enough: Rethinking Death Practices with Heidi Hannapel of Bluestem Conservation Cemetery"
    • Listen to The Good Dirt "Creating Sustainability in the Death Care Industry with Tom Harries of Earth Funeral"
    • True Cost Documentary
    • Indiscernibile Elements: Calcium by Korynn Newville
    • The Lady Farmer Guide to Slow Living by Mary Kingsley

    Connect with Korynn Newville:
    • Website: https://www.newvillekorynn.com/
    • IG @kornville https://www.instagram.com/kornville/

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    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.
    🌿 The Good Dirt Producers: Wendy Gray

  • Have you heard of "Old Christmas?" In this episode, Mary reflects on her Appalachian roots by explaining the origins and traditions of "Old Christmas," a vestige of the the Old World that came to the mountains with the Scots and Irish settlers in centuries past. Also, what does the Planting By the Signs offer us when it's too cold for gardening? Tune in to find out what the moon calendar offers us in January. And in the seasonal kitchen, don't miss the guide to 7 days of delicious, savory "real food" winter meals, with shopping lists and meal food prep included!
    7 Days of Savory and Delicious Real Food Winter Meals

    Planting By The Signs January Blog

    Episode Resources:
    • Raising With the Moon: The Complete Guide to Gardening—and Living—by the Signs of the Moon by Taylor Reese and Jack Pyle
    Phil Case from the Facebook Group Planting By the Signs

    • Some of the linked articles will only be available to current members of The ALMANAC. If you are not currently a member and are interested in subscribing, check out this page for more information.
    Support this podcast and get your own downloadable planting by the moon calendar by becoming a member of The Good Dirt Supporters!

    🌻 About Lady Farmer:
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    • Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.

    🌿 The Good Dirt Producers:
    • Wendy Gray

  • Happy Holidays!

    2023 has been a rollercoaster of a year, and we here at The Good Dirt thank you for everything over the past few months. For our Day 1 fans to our New Listeners, we welcome you. To celebrate, Mary and Emma reflect on the top three episodes of the past year and share what their big takeaways were from each one. From Mary Reynolds, a reformed landscape designer advocating for restorative gardening, and Owen Wormser, who shares his expertise on transforming lawns into meadows, to the Maria Rodale's wisdom in Love, Nature, Magic. They also delve into the enlightening conversation with Floris Van Hees and Ivar Smits, Dutch sailing partners on a mission to document positive environmental actions around the world. Join Mary and Emma as they reflect back on the year and look forward to a new beginning.

    Support The Good Dirt Pledge Drive Here!

    Topics Discussed
    · New Years Weekend
    · Looking Back on 2023
    · Mary & Emma's Top Three Episodes of 2023
    · "The Urgent Need for Restorative Gardening with Mary Reynolds"
    · Acts of Restorative Kindness to the Earth
    · How to Change the Paradigm
    · "'Lawns into Meadows' with Author Owen Wormser on Regenerative Agriculture"
    · "Sailors for Sustainability Searching for Solutions: A Journey Around the World"
    · "Seeking the Wisdom of the Earth with Maria Rodale, author of Love, Nature, Magic: Shamanic Journeys into the Heart of My Garden"
    · Looking Ahead to 2024
    · Returning to the Beginning

    Episode Resources:
    • Join Us in The ALMANAC 
    • "We Are the Ark: Returning Our Gardens to Their True Nature Through Acts of Restorative Kindness" by Mary Reynolds
    • "Lawns Into Meadows, 2nd Edition: Growing a Regenerative Landscape" by Owen Wormser
    • "Love, Nature, Magic: Shamanic Journeys Into the Heart of My Garden by Maria Rodale
    • Sailors for Sustainability
    • Kiss the Ground Documentary
    • The Rodale Institute

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    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.

  • Did you catch Emma's song from last Friday's episode? Wanting more music? We've got more for you today! While Mary & Emma are on a break from interviews for the holidays, we wanted to share something fun from the Lady Farmer Archives. Tune in for Missing Sister Band, recorded in Seneca, MD November, 2020.

    Covers:
    White Flag - Joseph
    Helplessly Hoping - Crosby, Stills, and Nash
    Strangers - The Kinks
    Baby Where You Are - Ted Lucas
    Dogs Laying Around Playing - My Bubba
    Long Time Traveller - Sacred Harp 

    vocals: 
    Anna Glenn
    Charlotte Henderson
    Shannon Beston (guitar) 
    Caitlin Robinson
    Emma Kingsley

    guitar: 
    Cameron Palmer

    audio/visuals: 
    David Smith
    Emma Kingsley
    Mary Kingsley

    editing: 
    Emma Kingsley

  • Today we have something a little different from Mary & Emma...you can think of it as a holiday surprise from us to you!
    We start out with a story from Mary and wrap up with a song from Emma - performed, recorded, mixed, and edited all by Emma herself.

    Happy Holidays to all!

    Story- A Christmas Miracle by Mary E Kingsley
    Song - Cover of "Sister Winter" by Sufjan Stevens
    Guitar - Cam Palmer
    Vocals - Emma Kingsley

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    Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production.

    🌿 The Good Dirt Producers:
    • Wendy Gray