Best Needs Garlic Podcasts (2025)

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Tips for pie makers 4:22

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Imagine yourself sitting down to dessert at the end of a holiday feast. What are you looking for in a pie? This is the question a panel of judges in Provincetown asks themselves each year at an event at the Provincetown Commons called Pie Fest.By Elspeth Hay

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Was Christmas better in the past? 6:51

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It's Christmas time in the UK. And like with celebrations around the world, people have lots of traditions that they do every year, and memories about Christmas from their childhood. But were the Christmases of the past as magical as we remember? Neil and Beth discuss a strange emotion we can feel at Christmas called nostalgia. Find a full transcri…

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You're A Trainwreck. (edition 2025) 21:17

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Katja wrote this essay years and years ago, and it’s still a favorite. Today she needed to hear it again – yeah, you can do that with your own writing, it’s allowed, don’t worry – and she decided to share it with you. It’s about how so many of us think we’re the only trainwreck in any given room, and how we all have That Person in our lives (or jus…

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Not your grandmother's fruitcake... ice cream 4:38

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This week, Elspeth gets the holiday scoop from a local ice cream maker.By Elspeth Hay

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Finding and eating wild food 6:36

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Where do you get your fruit and vegetables – a supermarket, a greengrocer... or the wild? For our distant ancestors, foraging for wild food was vital for survival, while these days we tend to rely on farmed food, bought in shops. Pippa and Beth discuss foraging and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive qui…

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Ep 109 | 3 Seeds That Change Everything 20:20

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If you’ve ever wanted a garden but felt overwhelmed by where to start, this episode is for you. In today’s episode of Growing Gardeners, I’m breaking down the three seeds that make the biggest difference for beginner and busy gardeners — the ones that build confidence, momentum, and long-term success without overwhelm. You don’t need to start every…

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The Jar That Tastes Like Home 2:14

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Episode One of The Flavor Diary begins with something small but deeply meaningful — a jar of pickles. In Pakistani households, pickles are never just a side item. They are memory, comfort, and tradition packed into oil, spice, and time. Alongside pickles, chutneys have always shared that same space on the table, quietly completing meals with their …

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How are horses helping to heal humans? 6:41

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Horses and humans have had a close relationship for thousands of years, but did you know that horses, along with other animals, are being used to help with physical and mental illness? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/lea…

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Ep 108 | What Does It Mean To Plant With The Moon 31:01

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In this episode we are digging into seed sowing with the moon!! This is a must listen!! Even if you have been sowing seeds directly into your garden for years, this episode may just teach you a thing or two. Learning how to plan your seed sowing around the moon phases to get better germination rates, bigger veggies, and better harvests is what this…

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Herbalists’ Views on the Top-Selling Herbs (Part 10): Valerian, Pumpkin, Goji, Red Yeast Rice 40:51

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Don’t forget, our December sale is on! Details below. It’s time we resumed our exploration of the top-selling herbs as supplements in the US! We're three-quarters of the way through the main list. (Remember we’re working with the 2023 data for the purposes of this series, but I gave some updates about the 2024 Herbal Market Report data in the last …

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A winter quest for the perfect biscuit 4:40

23d ago4:40

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Lesley Marchessault of Provincetown has gotten serious about her biscuit recipes.By Elspeth Hay

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What’s your favourite flavour of crisp? 6:36

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You might know them as potato chips, but here in the UK we call them crisps... and we love them! With many different shapes, sizes and flavours, there's a lot to choose from, but why do we like them so much? And what are some of the other crispy snacks enjoyed around the world? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a fu…

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December Delights! 🌲🌲🌲 29:12

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It’s December, and here are some delightful things we’d like to share with you! December 2025 Sale Code: CALENDULA The code for this year’s sale is CALENDULA – use it during checkout to get 20% off everything we offer – all the courses, all the programs, anything on a payment plan, anything at all! Browse All Courses The discount code even works fo…

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Cranberry chiffon pie 4:24

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This week on the Local Food Report: cranberry pies in Provincetown.By Elspeth Hay

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How are influencers affecting politics? 6:41

28d ago6:41

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We've seen influencers on social media posting about all sorts of things – from lifestyle and fashion, to sports, travel, gaming and music. But did you know that some social media influencers are trying to get involved in politics? Beth and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz …

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Do you have good dining etiquette? 6:34

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Do you know the 'proper' way to behave during meals? And what would be the worst thing someone could do while eating? This episode is all about etiquette, what makes good table manners and what is considered rude! Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode a…

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Gut-Heal Tea: Variations on a Theme 1:08:59

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A quote attributed to Hippocrates says “all disease begins in the gut.” No surprise, then, that gut-heal tea is a major part of our practice! We work with this formula – or better said, this schema for creating individualized formulae – very, very often. It’s not only a ‘digestive’ blend, it’s also a nervine formula: it operates at the nexus betwee…

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Getting local food to those in need 4:34

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A program that provides local food to people whose SNAP benefits run dryBy Elspeth Hay

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How important is play? 6:40

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We all remember playgrounds when we were children – slides, swings, climbing frames. But have you heard of the new playgrounds which are designed to include things that others might consider junk... like old tyres and wooden pallets! Pippa and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive qui…

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Ep. 107 | Plant Garlic Now! You'll Be So Glad You Did 21:30

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In this episode, I’m sharing why garlic is the ultimate fall crop for gardeners who feel like they’ve missed their moment — and how you can plant it right now, even if your garden feels like a mess now that the freeze has passed. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why right now is actually the perfect time to grow garlic How to grow it in container…

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Do you like garlic? 6:41

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It makes our food tasty and our breath smelly, but what are some of the other uses of garlic...? Apart from warding off vampires, of course! Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english…

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Ep 106 | The One Bed Rule 17:51

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In this episode, get all the details on my one bed rule!! This is a game changer. It just might be the permission you didn't even know you needed to get growing!! If you want to take the pressure off and feel like you are growing a garden you love, this episode is for you!! You don't need a 12 bed garden to be a gardener. You need one space, and a …

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Ep 105 | The Easiest Garden You Will Ever Grow 22:28

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In this episode, learn the exact steps to plant and grow the easiest garden ever! A garden doesn't have to be complicated, it doesn't have to be huge, and it doesn't have to consume your life to be the a garden that you love! What You'll Learn In This Episode: How to plant the easiest garden you'll ever grow What should be focused on when planting …

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Is breakfast the most important meal of the day? 6:38

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How do you like your eggs in the morning? Or do you prefer toast, cereal, yogurt or something else? Maybe you usually don't bother with breakfast! Well, some experts believe that a large breakfast could be the key to maintaining healthy eating habits. Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet…

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Elderberry Syrup Isn't Everything 24:43

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Elderberry syrup isn’t everything an herbalist has to offer to someone suffering from a cold, the flu, COVID, RSV, or any of the other respiratory ailments to which we humans are susceptible. Despite being the first to come to many minds when asked if they’re prepared for winter illnesses, we encourage you to broaden your view both of what elder do…

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104 | The High Cost Of Not Planting 20:24

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In this episode I am sharing what I see that so many gardeners miss!! And if you miss this, you lose so much!! It's timing!! And believe me when I tell you there is more to it than "plant on Easter" and "harvest on Halloween." When you don't get timing right in your garden you are costing yourself alot!! You have to get out of planning mode and int…

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Did a civilisation exist on Earth before humans? 6:43

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Do you believe that life exists on other planets? Well, here's an even more mysterious idea: Have you ever considered that there might have been another civilisation with advanced technology on planet Earth... before humans? Beth and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this…

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Our Model for Clinical Herbalism Mentorship 38:58

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We’ve been running a clinical herbalism mentorship program of one kind or another for more than fifteen years. We have some thoughts! Today’s episode is all about our model for a clinical herbalist mentorship, what we think it needs to include, and how it’s structured to benefit our students and clients most fully. For context, we do have prerequis…

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Are we too fixated on protein? 6:47

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We know that protein is important for our health. It plays a crucial role in many of the body's functions, including growth, repair, the immune system and, of course, building muscles! But has our love for protein come at the expense of other important food groups, like fibre? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a …

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Ep 103 | Digging Deep With Root Veggies 23:15

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In this episode we are learning how to grow root vegetables. This instruction may not be what you are expecting though. Think less of step by step directions and more about a few simple principles that you need to remember to get the most out of your season. Root vegetables are so fun when you know how to grow them. Don't miss out on them this seas…

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A powerful but often overlooked wild berry 4:29

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I’m walking the back roads of Truro with my friend Nicole Cormier, who works as a dietician and is studying herbalism. We’re looking for something called Aronia which grows dark purple almost black berries.By Elspeth Hay

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What makes a good citizen? 6:42

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Is a good citizen someone who votes and follows the law? Or is there more to it? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-251009 Real conversations in easy English: https…

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Herbal Care Kits for Fall, for All! 38:22

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If you haven’t made herbal cold/flu/COVID care kits for your household yet, now is the time! Herbal care kits are one of our very favorite things. Here’s the premise: when you’re sick, it’s hard to think, no matter how good an herbalist you are. So get the stuff you’re going to need ready ahead of time! It’s like taking care of your future self. Pl…

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Ep 102 | Why A Garden Might Be Just What You Need This Season 37:01

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In this episode, we dig in to one of my most requested talks. The health benefits of a garden. You will be blown away to see how much a garden really gives....not even counting the vegetables. It is amazing. This one is a good one, so let's dig in. In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why being outside is so important What your body has to say about a gar…

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Making kombucha from scratch 4:33

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Amy Costa of Truro got into fermentation kind of accidentally. She had just stopped working as a bartender but wanted to keep creating drinks and her friend was brewing kombucha from a kit.By Elspeth Hay

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Have you ever seen a whale? 6:40

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How have humans treated whales throughout history? Their sheer size, their ability to swim to great depths and their whale song have captured our imaginations throughout history. But have humans always had a positive relationship with whales? Phil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Find a full transcript, worksheet and inte…

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Ep 101 | Are You Growing A Garden or Are You A Gardener? 20:52

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This episode is from the heart!!! I want you to ask yourself the question, "Am I growing a garden, or am I a gardener?" before you ever plant a single thing!! This season is kicking off in confidence, and oh this is so good!!! Once you decide to take on the identity of a gardener, everything changes!! Resources From This Episode: ➡ Get my FREE plan…

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Grieving Provincetown's Beech trees—and the foods they've long provided 4:47

3M ago4:47

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This week on the Local Food Report, grieving the beech trees of Provincetown’s beech forest—and the nuts they’ve long provided.By Elspeth Hay

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One farmer's love affair with garlic 3:41

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Carrie Richter of Peach Tree Circle Farm in Falmouth is a self-proclaimed garlic fanatic."It makes every dish better. There's nothing about garlic that I don't like."By Elspeth Hay

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Hal Minis on why we should all be tending apple trees 4:17

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In this week's Local Food Report, Hal Minis shares why we should be tending to apple trees.By Elspeth Hay