Roots and All - Gardening Podcast Episode 340: The Nature of Resilience
Author Nic Wilson speaks about her memoir, Land Beneath the Waves. We delve into how her relationship with the natural world has provided insight and resilience in the face of chronic illness, and how our surroundings can shape and reflect our inner landscapes.
Links
Official Website
nicwilson.co.uk – The central hub for Nic’s writing, including her memoir Land Beneath the Waves, Guardian Country Diary contributions, newsletter subscription (“Only Connect!”), book tour dates, and the Peat‑Free Nurseries list.
A central portal with quick links to her website, book launch, newsletter, and social profiles.
@dogwooddaysgardener – Nic’s nature-and-garden-focused Instagram, where she shares updates on her memoir, writing, and everyday natural world reflections.
Bluesky (Alternative Social Platform)
nicwilson.bsky.social – Her profile on Bluesky, with nature musings and updates.
Newsletter
Only Connect! – Nic’s periodic newsletter focusing on nature writing, wild-life interviews, book news, and Peat‑Free gardening resources. Available via her website and Linktree. 🔗 Subscribe here: https://nicwilson.co.uk/
Other episodes if you liked this one:
🍃 Episode 336: Creating an Ark with Mary Reynolds Summary: Sarah Wilson speaks with Mary Reynolds, the visionary behind the We Are The Ark movement. They explore how rewilding—even in small spaces like gardens or balconies—can foster biodiversity and emotional reconnection with the natural world. Mary's journey from Chelsea Flower Show gold medalist to ecological activist is both inspiring and practical. 🔗 Listen here
🚶♀️ Episode 327: Following in the Footsteps with Kerri Andrews Summary: In this insightful episode, Sarah chats with author and academic Kerri Andrews about Pathfinding: On Walking, Motherhood and Freedom. They discuss walking as a form of healing, reflection, and resistance—how movement through landscape can mirror and nurture our emotional journeys. It's a natural companion to Nic Wilson’s themes of inner and outer terrains. 🔗 Listen here
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