Best Gale Design Podcasts (2025)

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Get Better Yields for Less Effort Through Permaculture, with Huw Richards 38:18

12m ago38:18

38:18

What is permaculture, and why is everyone suddenly talking about it? To find out, we spoke with veg-growing YouTuber and author Huw Richards. He shows how it's all about following a handful of simple principles – principles that anyone can apply, even on a balcony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Sowalong - Lettuce with Claire Vennis 9:59

2d ago9:59

9:59

Easy to grow and with so many varieties to choose from in many colours, shapes and textures, lettuce is a fabulous vegetable to grow from seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Rethinking the Electric Guitar with Two of Its Leading Historians: Jan Herbst & Steve Waksman 2:27:12

3d ago2:27:12

2:27:12

Few people have shaped the way we understand the electric guitar like Jan Herbst and Steve Waksman. Both have spent their careers asking deeper questions about sound, design, meaning, and the role of technology in music. Steve is the author of Instruments of Desire, the first major academic study of the electric guitar. Jan is a leading voice in th…

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Show-Stopping Plant Combinations, with Carol Klein 50:49

5d ago50:49

50:49

Do you know the secret to creating show-stopping planting combinations? Combining plants in ways that means they look good and grow well together. Plantswoman Carol Klein has spent decades growing and exhibiting plants at over 200 RHS shows, winning a slew of gold medals. Her encyclopaedic plant knowledge combined with her artistic flair makes her …

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Dan Erlewine (StewMac): A Life in Guitar Repair, Innovation, and Legacy 1:40:49

5d ago1:40:49

1:40:49

[re-upload with improved audio quality] Legendary guitar repairman, luthier, and educator Dan Erlewine (StewMac) joins us for a conversation on innovation, legacy, and the craft behind the music. In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, we reflect on Dan’s early inspirations, his journey into guitar building and repair, and the unforeseen inn…

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Behind the scenes of Jo Thompson's medal-winning Chelsea Flower Show garden 39:30

7d ago39:30

39:30

This year's flower show season is well and truly upon us, and one of the highlights is, of course, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Multi-award winning garden designer and plants woman, Jo Thompson, describes her Chelsea show garden and the story behind it celebrating the transformative effect of second chances through horticulture. Hear Jo's experi…

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Sowalong - Courgettes with Catherine Mansley 8:36

10d ago8:36

8:36

Courgettes are a great crop to grow with kids, as they're pretty reliable, and come in wonderful shapes and colours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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How Michael Tobias Designed the Bass You Didn’t Know You’ve Heard 1:40:45

10d ago1:40:45

1:40:45

Michael Tobias didn’t set out to change the sound of modern music, but that’s exactly what he did. In this episode, he joins Jamie Gale to reflect on five decades of instrument building, from the early days of repairing guitars in Washington, D.C., to founding Tobias Guitars, surviving corporate life at Gibson, and ultimately creating MTD: a brand …

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Season 7 Ep 5 — From Racing Pro Motocross to Running the Boston Marathon with Coach Alex Martin 43:42

12d ago43:42

43:42

In this episode, Dirk Friel talks with Alex Martin, a former professional motocross and supercross racer who spent over 15 years competing at the highest level, earning podiums and top-five finishes. After retiring from racing as a pro, Alex leaned into his passion for training and performance, co-founding Troll Training. His coaching company blend…

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In my garden with Jasper Conran 37:29

12d ago37:29

37:29

Famous for designing clothes and home furnishings, discover how Jasper Conran brings his famous design style to his Dorset garden. He also shares his inspiration for creative planting, engaging in the surrounding landscape for a wider garden picture, and his passion for nature and connecting to the countryside. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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Grow a kitchen garden from scratch in a tiny space, with Martha Swales 52:08

14d ago52:08

52:08

Want to start growing but not sure where to start? Martha Swales shares her inspiring tips on what to grow and how to get started, no matter how small your space. Martha also discusses accidentally amassing a following on social media and her passion for turning harvests into delicious recipes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices…

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Sowalong - Eschscholzia with Kevin Smith 7:31

17d ago7:31

7:31

It's easy to grow these hardy annuals and, if you let them grow and self seed, it's almost impossible not to have them as part of your plot forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Make your garden more sustainable, with Poppy Okotcha 48:11

19d ago48:11

48:11

Do you like the idea of becoming more self-sufficient, living more in harmony with nature and in a way that is more environmentally sustainable? Poppy Okotcha gave up a glamorous modelling career, and moved to Devon where she’s creating a wild garden, following regenerative gardening principles. Poppy shares what regenerative gardening and permacul…

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Super-charge the colour in your garden, with Ann-Marie Powell 37:56

21d ago37:56

37:56

Adding colour can transform a garden or outdoor space – and it can be a way of expressing personality and creativity, but how do we make sure our colour choices work well in the garden for year-round interest and enjoyment? And that our potentially flamboyant designs don’t end up a chaotic mess. Ann-Marie Powell, award-winning garden designer, disc…

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Sowalong - Zinnia with Matt Biggs 9:25

24d ago9:25

9:25

Zinnias are found in the wild in Mexico and southwestern USA. So you instantly know that they love warmth and sunshine. So bring on the long hot summers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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From Hollywood to Handwork: Concept Artist Tim Warnock on Creative Identity 1:52:02

24d ago1:52:02

1:52:02

What does a concept artist who’s worked on Harry Potter, Transformers, and The Expanse have to say about boutique guitars? Plenty, as it turns out. In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale talks with Tim Warnock — a former matte painter at Industrial Light & Magic and co-founder of Northfront Studio — about what it means to build c…

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Can Gardening Save the World? With Dr Harry Watkins 34:49

26d ago34:49

34:49

With the joint challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss looming, how can we gardeners make a difference? To find out, we spoke to Dr Harry Watkins, Director of St Andrews Botanic Garden (a participating garden for this year's GW 2-for-1 Gardens scheme) where he's heading up a novel approach to gardening in the face of these two big challe…

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In My Garden with Sarah Beeny 44:29

28d ago44:29

44:29

Enjoying her Somerset estate with her family, Sarah Beeny discusses managing the farmland as well as the garden space. As custodians of the land for now and future generations, Sarah is inspired to encourage wildlife, plant trees and hedgerows and improve soil health. She also delights in time spent in her greenhouse and discloses plans she has for…

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Sowalong - Sunflower with Claire Vennis 8:54

1M ago8:54

8:54

When sunflowers start to bloom, there's nothing like it. Their heads light up any garden and are a haven for wildlife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Gangs, Guitars, and the Grit to Keep Going — Bob Robinson 1:49:58

1M ago1:49:58

1:49:58

What does it take to stay creative in the face of chaos? In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale sits down with Bob Robinson — a luthier, furniture maker, and all-around builder — to hear how his journey took him from working in gang territory on Chicago’s West Side to redefining what it means to make a classical guitar. They expl…

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Buy the best plants and bag a bargain, with Matthew Wilson 49:12

1M ago49:12

49:12

Do you know the secrets to getting a good deal at the garden centre? When you’re presented with rows of plants for sale, can you pick out the healthy plants that are bursting with life, and avoid the plants that are not going to last. Designer and Gardeners' Question Time-regular Matthew Wilson previously ran London’s oldest nursery, and he going t…

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Season 7 Ep 4 — Designing Optimal Training Load with Purple Patch's Matt Dixon 58:53

1M ago58:53

58:53

Matt Dixon shares his clear and simple approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of purpose, consistency, and developing foundational habits over chasing the latest trends or technologies. Whether you're an ambitious amateur or a seasoned pro, this episode has valuable takeaways to optimize your training and life balance. Matt is the founder…

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Garden design ideas, with Pollyanna Wilkinson 46:40

1M ago46:40

46:40

Do you know the secrets to getting a good deal at the garden centre? When you’re presented with rows of plants for sale, can you pick out the healthy plants that are bursting with life, and avoid the plants that are not going to last. Designer and Gardeners' Question Time-regular Matthew Wilson previously ran London’s oldest nursery, and he going t…

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E29 - Taxation and Representation: The South Carolina Debate 23:26

1M ago23:26

23:26

In this episode, you'll learn why calling your representatives matters, uncover the effects of the GOP tax bill on taxpayers, dig into the controversy of ‘robbing Peter to pay off Hollywood,’ and explore the debate over eliminating earmarks. Stay informed on issues shaping our state’s future! Tax Increase Chart - https://currentsituationpodcast.com…

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Sowalong - Squash with Oliver Parsons 7:59

1M ago7:59

7:59

From a single squash seed comes an enormous plant, bearing outrageously beautiful, sometimes rather exotic, and really quite tasty fruits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Frank Deimel on Sound, Identity, and Building Guitars That Rebel 1:42:20

1M ago1:42:20

1:42:20

In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale speaks with German luthier Frank Deimel, a builder whose instruments blend fine craftsmanship with punk energy, political commentary, and sonic experimentation. Frank shares the unexpected path that took him from classical guitar dropout to one of the most original voices in modern guitar ma…

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Grow More Veg in a Small Space, with Adam Frost 46:00

1M ago46:00

46:00

Do you want to grow your own veg but have limited space? Perhaps you've got room for a window box or a few containers and don't know where to start. Maybe you're dreaming of fresh, homegrown fruit but don't quite know how to fit it into your plot. Gardeners' World presenter Adam Frost reveals how you can grow your own harvests, no matter how small…

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Isaac Jang on Legacy, Faith, and the Craft of Making Happy Guitars 1:48:37

1M ago1:48:37

1:48:37

[re-upload with highly improved audio] In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Jamie Gale sits down with luthier Isaac Jang — one of the most admired voices in the modern guitar world — to explore what it means to build instruments that don’t just sound beautiful, but feel meaningful. From a decade-long apprenticeship with Kathy Wingert to l…

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Avoid Gardening Injuries, with Sue Kent 43:35

1M ago43:35

43:35

Many of us are itching to get out in the garden when spring finally arrives and the weather allows. It feels fantastic to be out in the garden once again, but with much to do and prepare for the coming gardening season, how can we make sure our gardening enthusiasm doesn't get the better of us and we end up with aches and pains or even incur an in…

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Sowalong - Onions with Matt Biggs 12:16

1M ago12:16

12:16

Onion soup, onion gravy, in our cheese and onion sandwiches, onion bread. You just can't get away from onions. They're a staple in a whole range of dishes and a must grow crop for the garden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Your Best Spring Garden, with Frances Tophill 41:38

2M ago41:38

41:38

April showers, longer lighter days, sunshine and birdsong are all signs that spring is here. There’s an energy that’s awoken and we’re all raring to get out in the garden once again. Plantsperson, author and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter, Frances Tophill, shares what we should be doing in the garden in Spring and how to get started for the year. L…

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Monty Don Reveals his Garden Plans for the Year 41:05

2M ago41:05

41:05

Spring has well and truly sprung and our gardens are bursting into life. It's a time of excitement and anticipation for the growing year ahead. Monty Don reveals his gardening plans for the year at Longmeadow, what he loves about spring, and shares details about his upcoming Chelsea Flower Show garden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas…

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Spring Trailer 1:01

2M ago1:01

1:01

Start your gardening year with growing inspiration in the Spring Conversations podcast from BBC Gardeners' World Magazine. Discover garden design ideas, the best plants to buy, how to bring colour to the garden, veg growing advice, gardening in urban spaces and ways to engage in the natural world, and more. Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday for al…

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Sowalong - Sweet Peas with Kevin Smith 11:00

2M ago11:00

11:00

Surprise someone with a fragrant bunch of sweetpeas or grow them for yourself. The flowers are just magic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Rewiring the Brain: Living, Creating, and Surviving with Intention | J. Galen Buckwalter 1:58:56

2M ago1:58:56

1:58:56

J. Galen Buckwalter is a research psychologist with over 30 years of experience exploring the intersection of psychology, technology, and human behavior. He started his career as a research professor at the University of Southern California and later developed a behavioural outcomes research program at Kaiser Permanente. But many will know him best…

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Ask Alan - House Plants 36:53

2M ago36:53

36:53

In this episode of Ask Alan, Alan Titchmarsh gives watering and feeding advice for house plants, discusses the ideal situation including light levels and how to combat bugs, provides help for non-flowering orchids, and more. Don’t forget to listen for the Wild Card question to see if it's your's! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic…

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Season 7 Ep 3 — Inside WorldTour Cycling Camps: The Training, Testing and Nutrition 37:00

2M ago37:00

37:00

We're diving deep into the world of professional cycling camps as we hear first-hand from some of the leading coaches and nutritionists in pro cycling. Reporting from the picturesque coastal climbs of the Costa Blanca in Spain, our host, Dirk Friel, brings you insights from performance coaches like Lieselot Decroix and Mattia Michelusi, who reveal …

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Ask Alan - Hydrangeas 27:51

2M ago27:51

27:51

How to reduce in size, when to prune, which variety to choose, how can you stop it drying out and can you change it's colour are a few of the Ask Alan questions Alan Titchmarsh answers in this episode on hydrangeas. Don’t forget to listen for the Wild Card question to see if it's your's! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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Sowalong - Brussels Sprouts with Sarah Edwards 9:28

2M ago9:28

9:28

Brussels sprouts are one of the more divisive vegetables but they're associated with a reduced risk of developing a wide range of cancers, so sprouts are believed to be very good for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Deconstructing the Guitar: A Whole New Approach | Michihiro Matsuda 1:51:25

2M ago1:51:25

1:51:25

Over the last two decades, Michihiro Matsuda has crafted some of the most innovative and inspiring guitars in the world. His work seamlessly blends tradition and creativity, reflecting his deep Japanese heritage and culture. The principles of contemplation and reflection—so central to Japanese philosophy—are evident in every instrument he builds. B…

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E28 - Navigating South Carolina's Budget Crisis 22:55

2M ago22:55

22:55

In this episode of Current Situation, host Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss the recent budget proposals and the Freedom Caucus's efforts to cut over a billion dollars from the state's budget. They dig into the implications of government spending, the importance of tax cuts, and the performance of legisla…

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Ask Alan - Pests and Diseases 31:27

2M ago31:27

31:27

In this episode of Ask Alan, Alan Titchmarsh offers organic help for tackling various plant ailments and pests in the garden and the greenhouse, in addition to how we can exist alongside wildlife. Don’t forget to listen for the Wild Card question to see if it's your's! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Ask Alan - Choosing the Right Plants for your Soil 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

Alan Titchmarsh discusses why we need to find the right plants for our garden in this Ask Alan episode. With questions answered on how to grow fragrant flowering shrubs in clay soil, establishing plants on thin sandy soil, tackling gardens with different soil types, and ways to improve your soil. Don’t forget to listen for the Wild Card question to…

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Sowalong - Carrot with Kevin Smith 9:37

2M ago9:37

9:37

A staple in the veg plot and, with many varieties available, carrots could be in your plot this year too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Building Guitars with Innovation and Purpose | Simon Padalka 1:56:52

2M ago1:56:52

1:56:52

Today on Life With Strings Attached, we have a truly inspiring guest—luthier Simon Padalka, the mastermind behind Padalka Guitars. Simon’s journey into guitar-making began in 2011 in his hometown of Krasnodar, Russia. Though he earned a master’s degree in architecture in 2012, his passion for craftsmanship and design led him to trade blueprints for…

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Ask Alan - Roses 36:44

2M ago36:44

36:44

Roses are a stalwart of the garden, but can come with their challenges. In this episode of Ask Alan, Alan Titchmarsh covers how to care for roses from black spot to mildew and rust, how to feed and keep roses healthy, when and how to plant and prune roses, along with recommendations for his favourite varieties. Don’t forget to listen for the Wild …

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Ask Alan - Lawn Care 29:36

2M ago29:36

29:36

With advice for tackling weeds on the lawn, creating a wildlife lawn, how to feed a lawn and when to cut a lawn and, of course, adding stripes to the lawn, Alan Titchmarsh loves a lawn and there's plenty of advice on caring for your lawn in this episode of Ask Alan. Don’t forget to listen for the Wild Card question to see if it's yours! Learn more …

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Why Handmade Guitars Matter | Eric Weigeshoff 1:59:36

2M ago1:59:36

1:59:36

Today on Life With Strings Attached, we’re joined by Eric Weigeshoff, the visionary luthier behind Skytop Guitars. With a background in design and film, Eric approaches guitar-making as both an art form and an immersive experience. His passion for rock climbing and the natural world informs his craft, leading him to create guitars that are not only…

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E27 - Empowering Parents: The Fight for School Choice and Education Reform 30:52

2M ago30:52

30:52

In this episode of the Current Situation podcast, host Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss the implications of the school choice bill with Reverend Lathan Carey. They explore the power dynamics in education, the importance of parental control, and the need for wisdom in educational practices. The conversati…

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Sowalong - Potatoes with Adam Frost 8:24

2M ago8:24

8:24

One of the easiest things to grow in the garden says Adam Frost and you'll be digging up potato 'jewels' later in the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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