BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast
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Listen to gardening inspiration from some of the UK’s most loved and well-respected gardening experts in the award-winning BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine podcast. Enjoy growing advice throughout the year with our Conversations series. Join Monty Don, Frances Tophill, Adam Frost, Arit Anderson, Carol Klein and more for friendly gardening chat and informative discussion with the magazine team, perfect for everyone who enjoys gardening. Hear Alan Titchmarsh solve your gardening problems in Ask Alan, find advice for what to do in the garden in our What To Do Now series, and travel the globe with the BBC Gardeners’ World magazine team in Travel Tales: Gardens of the World.With new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday and bonus episodes every Saturday, subscribe now, wherever you get your podcasts, and never miss an episode. Find out more at GardenersWorld.com/podcast
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Oct 16, 2024 • 58min
Dangerous Plants - The Cost of Cotton: Slavery’s Legacy and its Environmental Fallout
How has cotton, a soft staple fibre, been dangerous for centuries - and continues to be so? Threatening human life, natural resources and biodiversity, the cotton plant has wreaked havoc over the years in the slave trade, farming and industry. Joining Frances are Dr Cassandra Gooptar, Lecturer in Legacies of Slavery at the University of Hull, and Environmental Sustainability expert Inemesit Ukpanah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 14, 2024 • 48min
Dangerous Plants - The Dark Side of Plant Hunting
In this lively chat, horticulturalist Tom Hart Dyke shares his thrilling adventures as a modern-day plant hunter. He delves into the dangers of exploring hostile environments while searching for rare flora and recounts his harrowing ten-month captivity by guerrillas in pursuit of orchids. Tom reflects on the ethical dilemmas faced by plant hunters and the impact of their discoveries on gardens today. His passion for unique species shines through, revealing the delicate balance between exploration and conservation in the world of botany.
Oct 11, 2024 • 8min
Travel Tales - Alhambra Palace and Garden, Spain
The Alhambra is a magnificent fortress-palace complex perched on a hilltop, celebrated for itsawe-inspiring architecture and exquisite gardens. If you’re a garden enthusiast or someone who appreciates natural beauty, the Alhambra is a must-see. Originally a fortress before becoming a royal palace, the gardens are prime examples of Islamic design, characterized by intricate water features, lush greenery, and serene courtyards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 9, 2024 • 43min
Dangerous Plants - Plants that Kill and Cure
Dr. Sarah Edwards, Plant Records Officer at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and an ethnobotanist, dives into the fascinating world of dangerous plants. She reveals how species like cannabis and yew wield both healing powers and risks. The discussion explores the vital role of traditional knowledge in modern medicine, highlighting the Madagascar periwinkle's contributions to diabetes and cancer treatments. Additionally, she addresses ethical concerns over the exploitation of indigenous plant knowledge and the need for sustainable interactions with nature.
Oct 7, 2024 • 45min
Dangerous Plants - Plants that Solve Crimes
How can plants be used to identify and interpret evidence to help solve crimes and what techniques can be used to do so? Discover how important forensic botany is in criminal cases and if there are plants that can ‘hold’ more evidence than others with Forensic Botanist Mark Spencer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 4, 2024 • 8min
Travel Tales - Suizenji Jojuen Garden, Japan
A visit to Suizenji Jojuen Garden is all about the way the garden captures the heart and soul of Japan. It's a place where history, culture and nature come together. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who loves beautiful places, it has something to offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 30, 2024 • 49sec
Dangerous Plants Trailer
In this captivating discussion, Frances Tophill, a renowned British horticulturist and television presenter, unveils the intriguing world of dangerous plants. She explores their dual nature—both enchanting and perilous—delving into their roles in murder mysteries, witchcraft, and even crime-solving. Listeners will be drawn into tales of poisonous potions and the secrets held within hedgerows. Join Frances on this journey into the wild side of botany, where beauty and danger intertwine!
Sep 27, 2024 • 35sec
Travel Tales Trailer
Visit some of the most beautiful gardens around the world with the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast. In our new series, Travel Tales: Gardens of the World, we’ll transport you to tropical paradises, spectacular botanic gardens, scenic nature parks, traditional landscape gardens, historical walled estates and hidden city gems. Join travel presenter and journalist Carmen Roberts to travel around the globe and delve into the delights of spectacular and inspirational green spaces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2024 • 45min
Creating gardens with Joe Swift
From his start as a gardening presenter, to Chelsea and beyond, Joe Swift shares his gardening journey and many funny stories along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 23, 2024 • 49min
My gardening career with Frances Tophill
Hear how Frances' journey into gardening began and how important she feels time spent in green spaces is from a young age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
